young adult
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The tag young adult is very popular among bloggers who review books for young adults and by people discussing young adult literature, such as parents, teachers, librarians, book award committees, and booksellers. Books for young adults are also commonly referred to as YA literature. The tag is also often used by the authors, illustrators, editors and publishers who create literature for young adults. There are many web sites, professional organizations, and courses dedicated to young adult literature.
It is generally thought that books referred to as Young Adult are for young readers age thirteen and above. Books for readers under thirteen are referred to as children's books. Young adult literature is most often categorized by genre, such as biography, fantasy & science fiction, non-fiction, and poetry.
Regardless of how they are categorized, many books termed young adult literature are read and enjoyed by adults, such as the Twilight series by Stephenie Meyer.
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Thanksgiving at the Inn by Tim Whitney
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Copyright: 2009 Publisher: Bancroft Press Genre: YA Pages: 223 Challenges: None New-to-me Author: yes Authors Website Looks like I was able to sneak this one in just in time for the Holidays! Happy Thanksgiving fellow readers! Simple Description: Since Im not in the best of moods, Im going to copy and paste ...12 hours ago -
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Young Adult (& Kids) Books Central Blog —
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New girl Cassie wants to finally be noticed. At her old school she was the one no one noticed. But at her new Seattle school she plans to change that. Then she meets Alex, who introduces her to a life of sex, drugs, and cruelty. Beautiful tells the story of Cassies rapid descent into a world that is totally ...14 hours ago -
Branded by Robert Swindells
Darryl's Library —
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Put yourself in the shoes of young teenage boy, Dale Ward. You’ve got a mum, a dad, a younger sister called Kayleigh and an older brother called Gavin. Life is fairly typical for you, until one day the police arrest your older brother for raping and murdering a girl in an alley – a girl who was one of many. Gavin ...18 hours ago -
Lost Days has officially launched!
R.W. Ridley —
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We have lift off... of my new book, Lost Days! The official launch is underway. The “BUY” button has been activated and you are free to buy the book from Amazon ! Here’s the extended description of the book: While snooping in their Granddaddy Hank’s garage one afternoon, Hayley Wilkes’ little ...1 day ago -
REVIEW: (Re)cycler by Lauren McLaughlin
The Good, The Bad and The Unread —
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Liviania’s review of (Re)cycler by Lauren McLaughlin Young adult released by Random House 26 Aug 09 I read Cycler because I enjoy novels that tackle gender issues, but I found it disappointing . But when Sybs asked me to review (Re)cycler , my basic reaction was, “Why not?” I’m glad I did that, ...1 day ago -
After by Amy Efaw
Semicolon —
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I read this one because my eighteen year old brought it home from the library and read it, then recommended it to Brown Bear Daughter, who is almost fifteen. Then I found out it was about a girl who abandons the unexpected baby to whom she gives birth in the beginning of the novel. Then I saw that it was recently ...1 day ago -
Nice guy finishes first
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Way back in the mists of time, when I pulled an oar in a galley that was part of the Forbes Newspapers flotilla, I interviewed a Metuchen resident named Robert Kaplow who had written a young adult novel. One of the nicest, smartest guys you could ever hope to meet, and midway through the talk he let it drop that he ...1 day ago -
WHO IS SUPERWOMAN? by Sterling Gates and Jamal Igle
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Sterling Gates took over the writing reins of the months Supergirl strip and has proceeded to deliver a new spin on the Girl of Steel that I love. In the issues he’s written, Kara has become a real person, a teen that reminds me of the daughter I raised, as well as her friends. Not only that, but with Geoff Johns ...1 day ago -
Get To Know P*N’s Staff: Anne Kenny
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Next up we bring you one of our newest staff members. Anne has recently joined the ranks of P*N as a writer and has brought her whole entourage to the forums with her. Welcome to the family Anne! My name is Anne Kenny (Kanonei), I am 26 years old and I live in the Greater Milwaukee area with my husband, Chad ...2 days ago -
Review: The King of Attolia, Megan Whalen Turner
Medieval Bookworm —
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This is the third book in a series. If you haven’t read The Thief and The Queen of Attolia , don’t read this review yet! Eugenides, the Queen’s Thief of Eddis, is now the King of Attolia. Through the eyes of a young guard, Costis, Eugenides is an incapable ruler deserving only his disrespect. When ...2 days ago -
Book Review: Ice by Sarah Beth Durst
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Title: Ice Author: Sarah Beth Durst Genre: Fantasy, Retelling, Young Adult Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry (US) / Simon & Schuster Children’s (UK) Publication Date: October 2009 Hardcover: 320 pages (US) Stand alone or series: Stand alone novel How did I get this book: Review Copy ...2 days ago -
Wings: Aprilynne Pike: Young Adult Fantasy Review
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Book: Wings Author: Aprilynne Pike Pages: 304 Age Range: 13 and up I had heard good things about Aprilynne Pikes Wings , first book in a projected four-title series (and already optioned by Disney for a movie starring Miley Cyrus). Wings is the story of a teenage girl named Laurel who is starting school ...2 days ago -
Another Faust
Young Adult (& Kids) Books Central Blog —
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At a New Years party, five mysterious teens along with their gorgeous nanny make an entrance. They plan on taking on the elite Mahattan school Marlowe. Another Faust follows these characters as they use their gifts to rise to the top and cause misfortune along the way. Read more of my review at YA Books Central.2 days ago -
Lockdown: Escape from Furnace: Alexander Gordon Smith: Young Adult Review
Jen Robinson's Book Page —
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Book: Lockdown: Escape from Furnace Author: Alexander Gordon Smith ( blog ) Pages: 288 Age Range: 13 and up Alexander Gordon Smiths Lockdown: Escape from Furnace is set in a dystopian near future in which society has lost patience with teen criminals, meting out life in prison without parole for major ...2 days ago -
Bad Review Monday (Reprint)
R.W. Ridley —
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One bad review dont spoil the whole bunch, now! (Originally posted on June 5, 2008) I just popped on over to Amazon and noticed I got a new review for The Pure. I was excited to see that it is a one star review. I haven’t gotten one yet, and I wondered how I would react. I’m actually very ...2 days ago -
ALAN Day 1 Recap
Karin's Book Nook —
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Today was a fast and furious day of author speeches, panels, and signings. Here are the authors that appeared today (in order of appearance): Gregory Maguire David Klass Adrian Fogelin Sarah Dessen Deb Caletti Todd Strasser Chris Crutcher E. Lockhart Chris Carlton Brown Matt de la Pena Pam Bachorz Paula Jolin ...2 days ago -
Masquerade by Melissa De La Cruz
Bitten by Books —
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Masquerade picks up right where Blue Bloods left us. Schuyler Van Alen’s grandmother, Cordelia is gone as a result of an attack by a Silver Blood, vampires that feed on other vampires. Her final words to Schuyler instruct her to find her Grandfather as only he can help her stop the Silver Bloods. So, ...2 days ago -
Nonfiction for Older (Kid) Readers
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The Middle Grade/Young Adult Nonfiction category of the Cybils awards is so hot that its smokin. 2009 has been a very good year for childrens nonfiction. Two of the five finalists for the National Book Award in Young Peoples Literature were nonfiction titles: Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice and Charles ...2 days ago -
TRAILER TIME: PERCY JACKSON AND THE LIGHTNING THIEF
Hollywood Outbreak —
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A new trailer for THE LIGHTNING THEIF from the PERCY JACKSON AND THE OLYMPIANS series has just hit the web. Fan of the books or not, this looks like it’s going to be a biggie for star LOGAN LERMAN.2 days ago -
Interview, Chat and Contest with Author Melissa de la Cruz
Bitten by Books —
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A big welcome to our readers today! Be sure to read to the end of the interview to find out how to WIN the fabulous prizes being offered up. PLEASE NOTE: This is not a fixed time event, the post just goes live at 12:00 pm Central. You can stop by any time during the day or evening and leave your questions and ...2 days ago
