We’re thrilled that Somaiya Daud’s YA sci-fi/fantasy debut, MIRAGE, has received two starred reviews! “Readers are thrown right into this incredibly built world with fully developed cultures and characters. Daud expertly uses a sci-fi setting to explore issues within our own society, particularly the effects of colonization on both individuals and cultures as a whole. […]
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Day’s YA – MIRAGE
Hello, YA librarians! Whew! We’re back from ALA Annual and, with that, our 2018 conference season comes to a close! The past few months have been such a fun and wild ride, and we certainly ended on a high note. Speaking of ALA, some of you may have picked up this magical YA debut. If […]

Teen Talk (6/14/2018 Edition)
Happy Thursday, YA librarians! Check out our latest & greatest teen titles out this month, then join us on Twitter today at 2:30pm EST for Early Word YA Galley Chat (hashtag: #ewgcya) and tell us what you’ve been reading & loving! KISSING GAMES by Tara Eglington 9781250075260 Ages 12 to 18 After a perfect first […]

Teen Talk Tuesday (5/16/2018 Edition)
Happy Wednesday, YA librarians, and welcome to this special *Wednesday edition* of Teen Talk Tuesday! Check out our latest & greatest teen titles out this month, then join us today at 2:30pm EST for Early Word YA Galley Chat (hashtag: #ewgcya) and tell us what you’ve been reading and loving. LEGENDARY by Stephanie Garber 9781250095312 […]

Teen Talk Tuesday (4/24/2018 Edition)
Happy Tuesday, YA Librarians, and welcome to this month’s edition of Teen Talk Tuesday! Check out our latest & greatest teen titles out this month, then join us today at *2:30pm EST* for Early Word YA Galley Chat (hashtag: #ewgcya) and tell us what you’ve been reading and loving. SKY IN THE DEEP by Adrienne […]

Day’s YA – I’M NOT MISSING
Happy Friday, YA librarians! Welcome to this special *Friday edition* of Day’s YA! I’ve been going on and on and on about this book to anyone who will listen (roommates, coworkers, librarians at PLA, unsuspecting strangers, etc.), so I’m very excited to share it will all of you! I’M NOT MISSING by Carrie Fountain 9781250132512 […]

Day’s YA – CHOOSE WONDER OVER WORRY
Hello again YA librarians! Welcome to the 10th edition of Day’s YA! I don’t know about you, but I’ve been craving uplifting and inspiring books lately to get me through these last weeks of winter. Now, don’t get me wrong, I love winter I really do but even I look forward to spring come mid-March. And […]

Day’s YA – SKY IN THE DEEP
Hello to all my YA folks! Welcome back to Day’s YA, where I share my candid responses to YA titles from Wednesday Books and Flatiron Books YA. Today’s post features one of my all-time favorite upcoming titles. It’s got Viking warriors, brutal battles, a bit of heart, and a fierce female lead. Are you excited? […]

2017 Goodreads Choice Awards
Goodreads launched their annual Choice Awards yesterday and Macmillan has a whopping 47 nominees in the running! Click here to vote for your favorites and we’ll keep you updated as the tournament progresses. Voting Schedule Opening Round: Oct. 31 – Nov. 5 Semifinal Round: Nov. 7 – 12 Final Round: Nov. 14 – 27 Winners […]