Willpower by Marty Chan
January 16, 2024
In this middle-grade novel, real world issues such as poverty and bullying are explored in a kid-friendly manner. … More Willpower by Marty Chan
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Flight Plan by Eric Walters
January 11, 2024
Introduced as your typical self-absorbed tweenaged boy, Jamie grows into a mature pragmatist, undaunted by suffering. His character development is natural, easy to follow, and one of Flight Plan’s shining features. … More Flight Plan by Eric Walters
YAing News: Week of January 8
January 9, 2024
YAing News is back for the week of January 8! … More YAing News: Week of January 8
Spell Bound by F. T. Lukens
January 4, 2024
The world of Spell Bound is incredibly immersive, creating distinct environments that drew me in. Lukens’ also captures the often awkward, new, and exciting adolescent experience of budding relationships and crushes through Sun and Rook’s endearing ‘grumpy and sunshine’ dynamic. … More Spell Bound by F. T. Lukens
5 Questions for Clara Kumagai
January 2, 2024
Interview with Clara Kumagai. … More 5 Questions for Clara Kumagai
A Green Velvet Secret by Vicki Grant
December 28, 2023
To tell a story that is inherently drenched in heartache, not to mention to such a young audience, requires much tact. Vicki Grant has not taken this responsibility lightly; with her expert hand, she has infused a sorrowful story with just the right amount of comfort, hope, and sparkle. … More A Green Velvet Secret by Vicki Grant
Bonesmith by Nicki Pau Preto
December 21, 2023
From start to finish, Bonesmith’s storyline is thrilling, captivating, mysterious, and emotional. There are several twists and turns that made reading an exciting experience, its ending leaving me satisfied but wanting more. I was constantly on the edge of my seat! … More Bonesmith by Nicki Pau Preto
The Young Adulting 2023 Year in Review
December 19, 2023
2023 is coming to a close—here’s Young Adulting’s highlights! … More The Young Adulting 2023 Year in Review
Aftershock by Gabrielle Prendergast
December 14, 2023
Review by Lisa Matthewson Orca Book Publishers, August, 2023 96 pages, paperback, $10.95 CAD, 9781459837218 Young Adult, Ages 12+ (Hi-Lo) Action/Adventure, Survival I wonder what time it is. My phone battery died hours ago, and I don’t have a watch. The rain clouds make it seem gloomy. Is it nearly night? I’m pretty tired. My … More Aftershock by Gabrielle Prendergast
Hooray for DNA by Pauline Thompson, illus. Greg Pizzoli
December 7, 2023
Topics like science can be confusing for some young kids, and this lack of understanding might sometimes cause disinterest, so it is refreshing to see a book make STEM fun and accessible. Specifically, the topic of DNA is such an essential aspect of understanding our world, and communicating its importance in an exciting way is a fantastic method to get kids interested. … More Hooray for DNA by Pauline Thompson, illus. Greg Pizzoli
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