Ah, Katniss... She's a bit crabby (but she has the right to be... goodness who wouldn't when you were lined up once a year with all your friends with the great honor to potentially be chosen to die. It's way worse than team choosing in P.E.). She's a law breaker. But if she wasn't, where would the Hunger Games be? She has trust issues. Not much in her life has given her much of a reason to trust, though (again.. that whole lining up each year to die sort of thing). She's good at taking … [Read more...]
Swoonworthy Quotes from Peeta Mellark
Ok... Ok.. I'm on team Peeta. I always have been. Gale never did it for me (so lol... I don't care about his quotes, poor guy). "You love me. Real or not real?" Mockingjay, by Suzanne Collins "Remember, we’re madly in love, so it’s all right to kiss me anytime you feel like it." Hunger Games, By Suzanne Collins "My nightmares are usually about losing you,” he says. “I'm okay once I realize you're here.” Catching Fire, by Suzanne Collins "I remember everything about you. You're the one who … [Read more...]
Free Inspirational Book Quote Printable
Hey you. I made you a little printable. Why? Because you are awesome and should be reminded of it. “Not being heard is no reason for silence.” ― Victor Hugo, Les Misérables One quote that has really stuck with me is the one from the Divergent series. "Be Brave" It's a simple reminder, as is the other one above, that you need to get yourself out there. Be known. Don't let the words and actions of others drag you down. You are awesome. Now go make sure everyone knows it. Grab your … [Read more...]
15 Quotes From YA Lit So Good You’ll Want to Read the Books Again
Sometimes you are just readin'.. minding your own business, and there it is... A line that is so good you want to melt. That's what these quotes are. Teen books are often put down as not being real literature. But you know what? Books can change your life. it doesn't matter if it s a classic or a young adult story released this month. It did for me. I didn't really read for 20 years... then I picked up Hunger Games and it did something to me. It changed my life. It made me want to … [Read more...]
10 Best Young Adult Subscription Book Boxes
The Winner of the Young Adult Subscription Book Box giveaway is... C. Lee If you didn't win head over and enter our current giveaway. ***** Do you love getting things in the mail? I especially love surprises. These Young Adult Subscription Book Boxes are the best of everything... mail... surprises and books! Fantasy and Sci-Fi Books $27.99 plus shipping New release Sci-Fi/Fantasy book 3-4 items related to that book/theme UpperCase Box $23 plus Shipping This is a pretty cool … [Read more...]
Can a Book Work Without a Satisfying Ending?
This guest post is written by Freelance Writer, Kristan Cannon. She is the author of the Kingdom of Walden Trilogy and you can find her at www.kristancannon.com. So much has already been written on this subject that a quick Google Search will bring up numerous other blogs and articles that you almost have to wonder “Why another one Kristan? Did we really need another article on how to recognize a good ending?” Well, yes. The reason why it keeps coming up is literally because writers … [Read more...]
12 YA Books with Twist Endings You Never Saw Coming
Are you a fan of twist endings? If done right they can be pretty awesome. I think it's pretty cool to get more out of a book than you expect. The below books all have some sort of twist. So if you love that kind of book.. check them out. Allegiant (Divergent, #3)- I won't spoil it if you haven't read Allegiant, but this was a twist I did not enjoy. But you have to hand it to V Roth, she did something different. One choice will define you. What if your whole world was a … [Read more...]
Are You a YA Protagonist? Take a Quiz
What does it take to be a YA Protagonist in your favorite book? Take the quiz below and find out if you could handle it! … [Read more...]
YA Books Every Doctor Who Fan Should Read
Are you a lover of Doctor Who? Just the TV show or have you read the books? I have watched some of them on Netflix and it seems like a really fun series. If you love the space and time travel you just might enjoy some of these book recommendation below. Let us know if you have any to add to the list! These Broken Stars by Amie Kaufman and Meagan Spooner The 5th Wave by Rick Yancey From Teen Librarian Tool Box Join the List and Get 50 FREE YA books and YA coloring … [Read more...]
50 Awesome YA Book Bloggers & Instagramers to Follow Right Now
I came across a GREAT list of Awesome Book Bloggers and Instagramers the other day and I simply HAD to share with you. Sites like this are so great because not only can you find out about all the upcoming book releases and check out the reviews but you can also connect with other people who love YA books as much as you do. Some of these Book Bloggers and Instagramers (and Booktubers) are hilarious and you will not lack for entertainment from them. Here are the top 10: Little Book … [Read more...]