You know that feeling when you completely devour a book and then, when finished, have to sit there for a moment in awe? That is what every single book on this list will do to you. From struggles with mental illness, to coping with tragedy, to standing up for oneself, each of these books is […]
If there’s anything YA has taught me over the years, it’s that teenagers are the ones who have the guts to speak out against oppressors and fight back. They see the injustices in their worlds and know something must be done to change things. In these books for the Resistance, evil governments have all of […]
It’s hard to be a book lover and not spend a lot of time obsessing over book covers. When I see a beautiful cover, I need to hold it, ogle at it, and leave it face out on my shelf so everyone else can lovingly admire it, too. Lately, illustrated covers have been a huge […]
I know what you’re thinking. “What does she mean AREN’T? As in ARE-NOT? What a psycho…” But you’re wrong. Love triangles, while they are often incredibly frustrating and keep the protagonist from being with who we, as the reader, deem to be the right person for them, are not always the worst. And let’s be […]
We need diverse books! Representation matters because people on the outside feel seen, and it allows those on the top to understand their privilege and how to be an ally. Below are our favorite young adult books written by Latinx authors about Latinx characters. Latinx Authors You Need to Read ASAP 1. Janelle Milanes – […]
Life is tough. Whether it’s internal turmoil or external struggle, these books showcase the loud and proud kind of brave. Maybe we’re not all there yet, though—and that’s okay. Each title shares an aspect of bravery: a Brave Point. Maybe we can just take one or two for now. Books to Read When You Need […]
Eight seasons of obsessing, discussing, arguing, theorizing, gasping, shipping, crying, cheering, and screaming at our TVs have come down to this: The final six episodes of Game of Thrones. It’s anyone’s guess who will actually sit on the Iron Throne when the final credits roll. But no matter who you’d bend the knee for, we […]
Sometimes when real life gets tough, it’s fun to escape into a different world through a book. It’s nice to concentrate on other people’s problems once in a while. Here are some worlds to escape to that will leave you feeling like our real world isn’t quite so bad after all. 9 Dystopias & “Utopias” You […]
Whether you love reading a book over and over or will only read it once, everyone loves the classics. This list is made up of some amazing retellings to rediscover your favorite tales, with just enough fresh and new ideas. Filled with just enough true-to-form detail that you’ll be wanting to read the classics again […]
For those of us with siblings, we all know that the relationships are anything but simple. Sometimes they’re great and sometimes they’re fraught with tension, but if you’re lucky, they’re the best friends you get to also be related to. Here are 8 of my favorite books with sibling relationships that might not be perfect, […]
