This week I'd like to introduce a new column in which I share tips for writing in the Young Adult genre based on what does and doesn't work for teen readers, as informed by my education and experience as a bookseller. The goal is for this to be a monthly column, but depending on the… Continue reading Introducing: Writing Advice from the YA Aisle
Tag: Young Adult
“Is That Age Appropriate?” : Tweens and YA
One of the biggest fights you'll witness in a bookstore is between the tween who feels ready to dive into more "grown-up" books and the adult who is terrified that they will read something too mature for them. As a children's bookseller, I'm often the referee in that fight. It isn't easy. I sympathize with… Continue reading “Is That Age Appropriate?” : Tweens and YA
On the Unlikables
(Disclaimer: I am a white, queer cis woman. The books I am discussing in this post are mostly about white, queer cis girls and women. There is a lot that can be said about books by and about queer women who are trans, PoC, disabled, and more, but since I am not, I do not… Continue reading On the Unlikables
Top 18 of ’18
Long time, no see! We're on the home stretch of 2018, which means it's the perfect time to reflect on books we loved this year (and say a prayer for all the booksellers trying to send them home with readers this holiday season.) There were a lot to choose from, but I have narrowed it… Continue reading Top 18 of ’18
