Today, we’re discussing a hilarious rom-com about a woman who finds herself stranded on an island in Fiji (with her high school crush), a gripping post-WW2 historical fiction, and a political biography featuring iconic struggles for social change! ATTACHED AT THE HIP by Christine Riccio | 9781250760098 | 5/21/24 EVERYTIME WE SAY GOODBYE by Natalie […]
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Day’s YA: ATTACHED AT THE HIP
ATTACHED AT THE HIP by Christine Riccio97812507600985/21/2024Wednesday BooksAges 13-18 E-galley available on Edelweiss and NetGalley Orie’s life is a bit of a mess. She just graduated from college with no plan whatsoever, she’s stuck in a long-term relationship with a great guy she’s not in love with, and her sister / business partner doesn’t feel […]
YA Spotlight (6/1/21)
This YA Spotlight features a powerful queer reimagining of Thelma & Louise, a Parent Trap X Freaky Friday sister story, and the fifth-anniversary edition of a deeply honest LGBTQ+ romance. TROUBLE GIRLS by Julia Lynn Rubin “A Thelma and Louise retelling with contemporary resonance…A fiery thriller wrought with dramatic tension and social commentary.” —Kirkus Reviews […]
Day’s YA: BETTER TOGETHER
Meet Siri: New Jersey-born ballerina who loves cooking and hard rock. Meet Jamie: L.A.-raised aspiring comedian with bright red hair who can talk to anyone. […]
Happy Half Hour (4/12/21)
In this Happy Half Hour we discuss a transporting thriller that takes a British novelist to Venice, a witty and historical story about a suspected witch, a heartwarming novel about humans and their dogs, and a sister story about second chances and finding yourself. PALACE OF THE DROWNED by Christine Mangan | 9781250788429 | 6/1/21 […]
YA Spotlight (4/5/21)
This YA spotlight features the startling conclusion to a beloved trilogy, and the trade paperback edition of a story about second chances and discovering yourself. BLESSED MONSTERS by Emily A. Duncan The much-awaited conclusion to Emily A. Duncan’s New York Times bestselling trilogy about a girl, a monster, a prince, and a queen who broke […]
CLA YA Book Buzz Recap (2/24/21)
In case you missed today’s CLA YA Book Buzz, or just want a refresher, check out all the amazing YA titles we presented! HURRICANE SUMMER by Asha Bromfield | 9781250622235 | 5/4/21 | Ages 13-18COOL FOR THE SUMMER by Dahlia Adler | 9781250765826 | 5/11/21 | Ages 14-18TOKYO EVER AFTER by Emiko Jean | 9781250766601 […]
ALA Midwinter Pre-Game Recap (1/21/21)
Thank you for coming to ALA Midwinter Pre-Game with MacLib & Tor/Forge. We had so much fun presenting our forthcoming YA and Adult titles and hearing from our amazing panelists. In case you need a refresher or weren’t able to tune in, check out the book buzz title list below. You can also watch a […]
Spring 2021 YA Book Buzz
Check out some of the exciting YA books coming your way in Spring 2021! TALES FROM THE HINTERLAND by Melissa Albert | 9781250302724 | 1/12/21 | ages 12 to 18 THE PROJECT by Courtney Summers | 9781250105738 | 2/2/21 | ages 13 to 18 EVERYTHING THAT BURNS by Gita Trelease | 9781250295552 | 2/2/21 | […]
Day’s YA: YOU HAVE A MATCH
Happy Friday, y’all! From the beloved author of TWEET CUTE comes the perfect read for fans of The Parent Trap. YOU HAVE A MATCH by Emma Lord9781250237309Available January 5, 2021 from Wednesday BooksAges 12 – 18E-Galley available on Edelweiss and NetGalley Sisters Abby and Savannah are polar opposites. Abby knows almost nothing about social media; […]