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Young Adults Love Books That Are Written Just For Them
Wednesday, November 14th, 2012
by Michall Jeffers on Reading Around
I’ve always thought that YA books are really just for teenagers. But a friend of mine recently informed me that her ten-year-old son loves them,
School’s Out For The Summer
Friday, July 6th, 2012
by Michall Jeffers on Reading Around
The fact that school isn’t in session doesn’t mean young readers shouldn’t keep improving their skills. I’m recommending some super books to keep children’s minds
There Ain’t No Cure For Summertime Blues, But YA Books Can Help
Sunday, June 17th, 2012
by Michall Jeffers on Reading Around
Why is it that the same teenagers who complain about getting up for school every weekday are suddenly moping around the house now that summer
Yay! For YA Books
Thursday, March 8th, 2012
by Michall Jeffers on Reading Around
Some of the best and most successful writers of our time are writing Young Adult books. If you have any doubts, just think “Harry Potter”
Why Must I Be A Teenager In Love?
Monday, February 13th, 2012
by Michall Jeffers on Reading Around
Oh, the sweet torment of first love! For teenagers, everything is so much more intense than it is for those of us who have mellowed
YA Books For All Ages
Sunday, August 14th, 2011
by Michall Jeffers on Reading Around
Young Adult books, commonly called “YA,” used to be limited to Nancy Drew, The Hardy Boys, and a few other well loved but watered down
Children’s Books Grownups Can Enjoy, Too
Thursday, December 23rd, 2010
by Michall Jeffers on Reading Around
As the time left until Christmas dwindles down, we turn once again to some of the outstanding children’s books available this season. Why not buy
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