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Erica goes over some new spooky YA graphic novels to get into the mood of the season. Get ready for cute, goth vampire moms, queer werewolves, and Romeo & Juliet, but make it witches and vampires.
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Books Discussed
Ghost Roast by Shawnée Gibbs, Shawnelle Gibbs, illustrated by Emily Cannon
Noss and Zakuro Vol. 1 by Rariatto
Flying Witch by Chihiro Ishizuka, translated by Melissa Tanaka
Hozuki's Coolheadedness by Natsumi Eguchi
Full Shift by Jennifer Dugan and Kit Seaton
Coven by Jennifer Dugan and Kit Seaton
Morgana and Oz Volume One by Miyuli
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Erica speaks with Caitlyn Colman-McGaw, Associate Director for Young Adult Programs and Services at the New York Public Library, about the launch of their Freedom to Read Campaign, which includes their Teen Banned Book Club and a contest.
Then, Kelly joins Lamar Giles to discuss his new book Ruin Road, writing cross genre, and the growth of Black horror YA.
It's all very exciting, really.
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Important Links
Teen Banned Book Club at NYPL
NYPL Teen Art Contest-Enter Here
The NYPL Teen Instagram
Winning Teen Vogue essay by Tara Lago, winner of the New York Public Library’s Freedom to Read Writing Contest
100 Years of James Baldwin
Lamar Giles on Instagram, Website
Books Discussed
Wandering Stars by Tommy Orange
Go Tell It on the Mountain by James Baldwin
Flamer by Michael Curato
Run by John Lewis and Andrew Aydin
Go With the Flow by Lily Williams and Karen Schneemann
The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen
Home Is Not a Country by Safia Elhillo
The Miseducation of Cameron Post by Emily M. Danforth
Ruin Road by Lamar Giles
Blood Brothers by Stephen Barnes
Not So Pure and Simple by Lamar Giles
You’re Not Supposed to Die Tonight by Kalynn Bayron
Dread Nation by Justina Ireland
The Weight of Blood by Tiffany D. Jackson
The White Guy Dies First by Terry J. Benton-Walker
She Is a Haunting by Trang Thanh Tran
Beholder by Ryan La Sala
Come Out, Come Out by Natalie D. Parker
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Kelly serves up a delicious array of YA foodie romances to satisfy your appetite.
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Books Discussed
Guava and Grudges by Alexis Castellanos
A Banh Mi for Two by Trinity Nguyen
With Or Without You by Eric Smith
You Can Go Your Own Way by Eric Smith
Fake Dates and Mooncakes by Sher Lee
Batter Royale by Leisl Adams
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Kelly and Erica discuss book censorship and get into some YA books out in September that you should TBR.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify.To get even more YA news and recommendations, sign up for our What’s Up in YA newsletter!Join Book Riot's editorial staff and expert guest writers at The Deep Dive, your destination for deep thoughts on all things reading, behind-the-scenes insights, informed takes, and so much more. Whether we're analyzing book deal trends, whittling down the best books of the century, or letting you in on the best book club book of the summer, you'll find something to nerd out over and enrich your reading life. With decades of experience in books and publishing between us, we have a wealth of knowledge, thoughts, and curated goodness we can't wait to share with you. Go ahead and take the plunge.Visit bookriot.com/deepdive to subscribe for free, or become an All Access member starting at $6 per month or $60 per year and get unlimited access to members-only content in 20+ newsletters, community features, and the warm fuzzies knowing you are supporting independent media.This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.NewsGreenville County Libraries (SC) ban all “trans” YA books from the teen section; will move to the adult sectionKaty Independent School District (TX) bans all books about “gender fluidity” in the district (& will require all book fairs to follow this policy, too)Books DiscussedSuch Lovely Skin by Tatiana Schlote-Bonne Pick the Lock by AS KingThe Collectors by AS KingIda in Love and Trouble by Veronica ChambersThe Davenports by Krystal MarquisSaving Savannah by Tonya BoldenTo The Bone by Alena BruzasHeir by Sabaa TahirThey Thought They Buried by NoNieqa RamosThe Disturbed Girl’s Dictionary by NoNieqa RamosCompound Fracture by Andrew Joseph WhiteRuin Road by Lamar GilesThe Getaway by Lamar GilesBlackward by Lawrence LindellSpirit Sleuths by Gail JarrowLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Erica gets into some new YA dark academia books, just in time for back-to-school season.
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Join Book Riot's editorial staff and expert guest writers at The Deep Dive, your destination for deep thoughts on all things reading, behind-the-scenes insights, informed takes, and so much more. Whether we're analyzing book deal trends, whittling down the best books of the century, or letting you in on the best book club book of the summer, you'll find something to nerd out over and enrich your reading life. With decades of experience in books and publishing between us, we have a wealth of knowledge, thoughts, and curated goodness we can't wait to share with you. Go ahead and take the plunge.
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Books Discussed
Tigest Girma on how to pronounce the names of characters in her new book
Immortal Dark by Tigest Girma
Where Sleeping Girls Lie by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé
Zodiac Rising by Katie Zhao
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Erica talks about recent YA books to read during Summerween, while Kelly interviews debut YA author Chatham Greenfield about their book Time and Time Again, time loop stories, and disability in YA.
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Books Discussed
Gravity Falls clip
The Blonde Dies First by Joelle Wellington
Here Lies a Vengeful Bitch by Codie Crowley
Undead Girl Gang by Lily Anderson
Dead Girls Walking by Sami Ellis
The Dark We Know by Wen-yi Lee
Monstrous by Jessica Lewis
Bad Witch Burning by Jessica Lewis
She is a Haunting by Trang Thanh Tran
Gravity Falls (show)
X-Files (shows)
So Weird (shows)
The Evil Dead (movie)
So Witches We Became by Jill Baguchinsky
This Ravenous Fate by Hayley Dennings
Come Out, Come Out by Natalie C. Parker
Time and Time Again by Chatham Greenfield
The No Girlfriend Rule by Christen Randall
This Is Why They Hate Us by Aaron H. Aceves
See You Yesterday by Rachel Lynn Solomon
How To Excavate a Heart by Jake Maia Arlow
Groundhog Day (movie)
Russian Doll (show)
Palm Springs (movie)
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This week, Kelly highlights several YA authors who are debuting their adult novels this year.
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Books Discussed
Running With Lions by Julian Winters
As You Walk On By by Julian Winters
I Think They Love You by Julian Winters
Reggie and Delilah’s Year of Falling by Elise Bryant
One True Loves by Elise Bryant
It’s Elementary by Elise Bryant
The Education of Margot Sanchez by Lilliam Rivera
Never Look Back by Lilliam Rivera
Tiny Threads by Lilliam Rivera
All These Monsters by Amy Tintera
Ruined by Amy Tintera
Reboot by Amy Tintera
Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera
Growing Up: YA Authors With Debut Adult Novels in 2024
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Kelly and Erica discuss August's new must-read YA releases.
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News
Francine Pascal dies at 92
A first look at the Uglies Netflix adaptation
The Uglies adaptation is actually happening
Books Discussed
Hovergirls by Geneva Bowers
Ash’s Cabin by Jen Wang
The Girl with No Reflection by Keshe Chow
A Banh Mi for Two by Trinity Nguyen
This Ravenous Fate by Hayley Dennings
The Medici Heist by Caitlin Schneiderhan
The Maid and the Crocodile by Jordan Ifueko
Come Out, Come Out by Natalie C. Parker
Ruin Road by Lamar Giles
Imaginary Borders by Xiuhtezcatl Martinez, illustrated by Ashley Lukashevsky
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Erica mixes and matches her summer playlist with YA books that keep the same energy.
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Songs Mentioned
Mamushi by Meg Thee Stallion feat. Yuki Chiba
Good Luck, Babe by Chappell Roan
Espresso by Sabrina Carpenter
Nasty by Tinashe
Books Discussed
A Song Below Water and A Chorus Rises by Bethany C. Morrow
A Thousand Steps Into Night by Traci Chee
The Lesbiana's Guide to Catholic School by Sonora Reyes
Café Con Lychee by Emery Lee
A Girl's Guide to Love & Magic by Debbie Rigaud
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Erica talks about recent library finds and Kelly interviews author and editor Rob Costello about short story collections, horror, and queer reads.
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Make this your most bookish summer yet with personalized reading recommendations from Tailored Book Recommendations! Our bibliologists (aka professional book nerds) are standing by to help you find your next favorite read. Get your recommendations via email, or opt to receive hardcovers or paperbacks delivered right to your door. And with quarterly or annual plans available, TBR has something for every budget. Get started today from just $18!
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Books Discussed
My Lady Jane (on Prime)
Cat + Gamer by Wataru Nadatani
A Certain October by Angela Johnson
A Sign of Affection, Vol. 2 by Suu Morishita
Space Trash Vol. 1 by Jenn Woodall
We Mostly Come Out of Night edited by Rob Costello
Rural Voices: 15 Authors Challenge Assumptions About Small-Town America edited by Nora Shalaway Carpenter
Looking for Love in All The Haunted Places by Claire Kann
The Monstrumologist by Rick Yancey
Midwinterblood by Marcus Sedgwick
The Marbury Lens and Passenger by Andrew Smith
All These Bodies by Kendare Blake
Wrath Becomes Her by Aden Polydoros
The River Has Teeth by Erica Waters
Monstrous Affections edited by Kelly Link and Gavin J. Grant
Slasher Girls & Monster Boys edited by April Genevieve Tucholke
Night of the Living Queers edited by Shelly Page and Alex Brown
Our Shadows Have Claws edited by Yamile Saied Méndez and Amparo Ortiz
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Kelly highlights some of the most exciting YA nonfiction hitting shelves this fall, including several works of graphic nonfiction.
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Make this your most bookish summer yet with personalized reading recommendations from Tailored Book Recommendations! Our bibliologists (aka professional book nerds) are standing by to help you find your next favorite read. Get your recommendations via email, or opt to receive hardcovers or paperbacks delivered right to your door. And with quarterly or annual plans available, TBR has something for every budget. Get started today from just $18!
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Books Discussed
Represent: The Unfinished Fight for the Vote by Michael Eric Dyson, Marc Favreau (September 10)
Shift Happens by J. Albert Mann
Unequal: A Story of America by Michael Eric Dyson and Marc Favreau
Spirit Sleuths: How Magicians and Detectives Exposed the Ghost Hoaxes by Gail Jarrow (September 10)
Flamboyants: The Queer Harlem Renaissance I Wish I’d Known by George M. Johnson and illustrated by Charly Palmer (September 24)
Don’t Look Back: A Memoir of War, Survival, and My Journey from Sudan to America by Achut Deng, Keely Hutton (October 8)
A Long Way Gone by Ishmael Beah
Side Quest: A Visual History of Role Playing Games by Samuel Sattin and Steenz (October 8)
Halfway There: A Graphic Memoir of Self-Discovery by Christine Mari (October 15)
Ay, Mija by Christine Suggs
I Was There American Dream by Malaka Gahrib
Visitations by Corey Egbert (November 19)
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Erica and Kelly highlight some of the best new YA releases hitting shelves in July.
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Make this your most bookish summer yet with personalized reading recommendations from Tailored Book Recommendations! Our bibliologists (aka professional book nerds) are standing by to help you find your next favorite read. Get your recommendations via email, or opt to receive hardcovers or paperbacks delivered right to your door. And with quarterly or annual plans available, TBR has something for every budget. Get started today from just $18!
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News
The New York Times Best Books of the 21st Century
Books Discussed
Feed by MT Anderson
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo
The Fault in Our Stars by John Green
Twilight by Stephenie Meyer
Unbecoming by Seema Yasmin
We Don’t Have Time For This by Brianna Craft
Portrait of a Shadow by Meriam Metoui
The White Guy Dies First edited by Terry J. Benton-Walker
The Black Girl Survives In This One edited by Desiree S. Evans and Saraciea J. Fennell
We Mostly Come Out at Night edited by Rob Costello
Night of the Living Queers: 13 Tales of Terror Delight edited by Shelly Page
The Blonde Dies First by Joelle Wellington
Not About a Boy by Myah Hollis
So Witches We Became by Jill Baguchinsky
Mammoth by Jill Baguchinsky
The Grandest Game by Jennifer Lynn Barnes
Time and Time Again by Chatham Greenfield
Reese Witherspoon's LitUp Program
A Sign of Affection, Vol. 1 by Suu Morishita, translated by Christine Dashiell
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Erica offers up some YA books led by disabled characters to celebrate Disability Pride Month. There's a queer Greek retelling, autistic changelings, and a little polyamory, as a treat.
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Make this your most bookish summer yet with personalized reading recommendations from Tailored Book Recommendations! Our bibliologists (aka professional book nerds) are standing by to help you find your next favorite read. Get your recommendations via email, or opt to receive hardcovers or paperbacks delivered right to your door. And with quarterly or annual plans available, TBR has something for every budget. Get started today from just $18!
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Books and Links Discussed
Disability Pride Month
Iron Widow's character bios
Disability Visibility for Young Readers by Alice Wong
Icarus by K. Ancrum
Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao
Unseelie by Ivelisse Housman
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This week, Erica talks about YA from earlier in 2024 you may have missed and Kelly talks with author Hope Jahren about remixing classic literature for YA readers, writing for multiple audiences, and more.
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Make this your most bookish summer yet with personalized reading recommendations from Tailored Book Recommendations! Our bibliologists (aka professional book nerds) are standing by to help you find your next favorite read. Get your recommendations via email, or opt to receive hardcovers or paperbacks delivered right to your door. And with quarterly or annual plans available, TBR has something for every budget. Get started today from just $18!
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Books Discussed
Ghost Roast by Shawnee Gibbs, Shawnelle Gibbs, illustrated by Emily Cannon
Wander in the Dark by Jumata Emill
Blue Period by Tsubasa Yamaguchi, translated by Ajani Oloye
One Killer Problem by Justine Pucella Winans
Hirayasumi by Keigo Shinzō, translated by Jan Mitsuko Cash
Adventures of Mary Jane by Hope Jahren
Lab Girl and The Story of More by Hope Jahren
James by Percival Everett
Hope Jahren's website (psst, educators: she does free Zoom visits!)
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Kelly talks about the history and legacy of Robert Cormier's The Chocolate War for its 50th anniversary, including its long-running favor among book banners.
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Books Discussed
The Chocolate War by Robert Cormier
Cormier Archives on Censorship
Cormier Archives letter to Liz
New York Times on Cormier and The Chocolate War's Censorship Legacy
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Kelly and Erica talk about an exciting book release + adaptation combo and get into YA books released this month that you should have on your TBR.
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Learn something new, sharpen your skills, and expand your horizons with our Better Living Through Books newsletter. Better Living Through Books is your resource for reading material that helps you live the life you want. From self-help to cookbooks to parenting to personal finance, relationships, and more, Better Living Through Books has got you covered. If it’s part of life, it can be part of your reading life. That's what Better Living Through Books is all about. Visit bookriot.com/betterliving to subscribe for free, or become an All Access member starting at $6 per month or $60 per year and get unlimited access to members-only content in 20+ newsletters, community features, and the warm fuzzies knowing you are supporting independent media.
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News
New Hunger Games book + Movie!
Books Discussed
Kelly's Picks:
Adventures of Mary Jane by Hope Jahren
Adventures of Huck Finn by Mark Twain
James by Percival Everett
The Color of a Lie by Kim Johnson
Sundown Towns by James Loewen
There Is A Door in the Darkness by Kristin Cashore
Where Wolves Don’t Die by Anton Treur
Shift Happens: The History of Labor in the United States by J. Albert Mann
Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You: A Remix of the National Book Award-Winning Stamped from the Beginning by Ibrim X. Kendi and Jason Reynolds
Erica's picks:
Girls Like Her by Melanie Sumrow
The Weight of Blood by Tiffany D. Jackson
Sleep Like Death and Cinderella Is Dead by Kalynn Bayron
We Shall Be Monsters by Tara Sim
Dancers of the Dawn by Afzal Zulekha
Huda F Cares? by Huda Fahmy
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If you're a librarian looking to boost your manga stock, these are some bangers to have on your shelves for summer reading.
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Books Discussed
One Piece by Eiichiro Oda
Jujutsu Kaisen by Gege Akutami
My Hero Academia by Kohei Horikoshi
Sailor Moon by Naoko Takeuchi
Kaguya-sama: Love Is War by Aka Akasaka
Cardcaptor Sakura by CLAMP
Attack on Titan by Hajime Isayama
Demon Slayer by Koyoharu Gotouge
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This week, guest host Sharifah offers up some excellent backlist science fiction and fantasy recommendations, and Kelly chats with author Paula Yoo about YA nonfiction and more.
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Make this your most bookish summer yet with personalized reading recommendations from Tailored Book Recommendations! Our bibliologists (aka professional book nerds) are standing by to help you find your next favorite read. Get your recommendations via email, or opt to receive hardcovers or paperbacks delivered right to your door. And with quarterly or annual plans available, TBR has something for every budget. Get started today from just $18! Head to mytbr.co to subscribe.
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Books Discussed
The Lost Dreamer by Lizz Huerta
Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao
Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi
A Wizard’s Guide to Defensive Baking by T. Kingfisher
Rising From The Ashes by Paula Yoo
From a Whisper to a Rallying Cry: The Killing of Vincent Chin and the Trial That Galvanized the Asian American Movement by Paula Yoo
Shackled: A Tale of Wronged Kids, Rogue Judges, and a Town that Looked Away by Candy J. Cooper
Revolution in Our Time by Kekla Magoon
Made in Asian America: A History for Young People by Erika Lee and Christina Soontornvat
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Kelly highlights several of the YA adaptation news stories from 2024 so far, including queer romance, a lush historical story, a reboot, and more.
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News
The Maze Runner Reboot
Sky’s End Film
In Nightfall Adaptation
The Davenports Adaptation at Amazon Prime
The Gossip Mill from The New Yorker
Elliot Page options The Darkness Outside Us
I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter to Amazon with America Ferrera
The Sky Blues adaptation
A live-action Teen Titans is in the works
Is there an animated Twilight in the works?
Little White Lies by Jennifer L. Barnes optioned for adaptation
Alex Van Helsing adaptation news
Hook’s Daughter adaptation news
The Ranger’s Apprentice adaptation news
Heartbreakers–a series by Life With The Walter Boys author Ali Novak–optioned for adaptation, too.
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News and Things
The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 delayed until 2025; adds additional episode
Dead Boy Detectives Show
Books Discussed
Kelly's picks:
Thirsty and We Deserve Monuments by Jas Hammonds
Just Happy to Be Here by Naomi Kanakia
The Ultimate Updated Guide to YA Short Stories
We Mostly Come Out at Night, edited by Rob Costillo
This Book Won’t Burn by Samira Ahmed
Dispatches from Parts Unknown by Bryan Bliss
Sunhead by Alex Assan
Bloom by Kevin Panetta
Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe
Erica's picks:
The Dangerous Ones by Lauren Blackwood
Dread Nation by Justina Ireland
It Waits in the Forest by Sarah Dass
The Worst Ronin by Maggie Tokuda-Hall, illustrated by Faith Schaffer
Perfect Little Monsters by Cindy R.X. He
The Unboxing of a Black Girl by Angela Shanté
Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me by Mariko Tamaki, Rosemary Valero-O'Connell
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