The Reckoners is a sci-fy/fantasy series written by YA author Brandon Sanderson. Born in Nebraska, he did not start into reading until his teacher recommended the book Dragonsbane by Barbara Hambly. The Reckoners is a futuristic adventure that follows a group known as “the reckoners” who form a resistence movement against the ruling force called…
Everybody can enjoy a good scare now and then, but maybe you’re wanting a reprieve from the constant frights Halloween inspires. After all, October is also a time for a cozy atmosphere. Check out these books that capture Fall feelings other than fear. The Cottage on Pumpkin and Vine Welcome to Moonbright, Maine…Where the scents…
What’s Halloween without some classic horror creatures? If we dress up as them we might as well read stories starring them! For this installment of Halloween Reads, we recommend some titles in our collection staring supernatural creatures; from vampires to werewolves, and finally witches! Vampires Certain Dark Things “From the New York Times, bestselling author of Mexican Gothic comes…
If you are like us, waiting for season 4 feels like FOREVER! Well, we have you back! If you just can’t get enough of all things STRANGE, turn your world inside out and dive deep into these stories that might make ease your pain (at least for a little while!)
Latinx representation is starting to trend in YA literature! Hispanic/Latinx writers gaining more opportunities to write using flavors of their culture and life expereinces. Here are 12 YA titles that center around a Hispanic/Latinx main character. These books range from inspirational, to fantasy and romance. These authors mix in the richness of Hispanic/Latinx culture. into…
This blog highlights Hispanic/Latinx writers. What is the difference between ‘Hispanic’ and ‘Latinx” anyway? It can be confusing! Latinx is a term that describes someone who comes from or whose family comes from Central American or South America. Not all countries in Central and South America speak Spanish – some speak French, Portuguese – even…
