Marena Galluccio
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Marena Galluccio is a freelance copywriter and journalist and lover of all things YA. She reviews fantasy, historical fiction, and historical fantasy YA books on her blog, #MediaGalReads. When she is not writing creatively, Marena can be found planning her next trip to a Disney park, watching the latest movie in theaters, or visiting a history museum. She is currently based in Georgia.

‘Miss Meteor’ interview: Authors Anna-Marie McLemore and Tehlor Kay Mejia on friendships, pageants, and magical realism

Stories of fierce friendships and determination to create change – with a hint of magic – are powerful. Miss Meteor is a standalone that will make any reader root for Chicky and Lita and their goals to impact the Miss…

‘A Golden Fury’ interview: Author Samantha Cohoe on alchemy, gender equality, and 1792 France

With Halloween soon upon us, readers are grabbing bewitching stories that feel perfect for the season. A Golden Fury should be one of them. Set right as France begins their revolution, this standalone follows Thea as she travels from Normandy…

‘Where Dreams Descend’ Interview: Author Janella Angeles on World-Building & Confident Female Characters

In a time where we just want to escape, there is no book more atmospheric – or hotly anticipated – than Where Dreams Descend by Janella Angeles. This debut book features a tight competition between magicians, daring and confident female…

10 New YA Nonfiction Books Worth Adding To Your TBR Pile

Want to take a break from your beloved fantasy, contemporary fiction, and sci-fi books? Look towards nonfiction books. There are many Young Adult nonfiction books releasing in 2020 that can enlighten you on American democracy, how to write a book,…

‘Lobizona’ Interview: Author Romina Garber on Immigration Representation in YA, Feminism, and Argentinian Folklore

In 2020, books – especially those in the fantasy genre – have helped us process and understand the world we live in today. Lobizona by Romina Garber is no exception. With a combination of brilliant world-building influenced by Argentinian folklore…

‘Chosen Ones’ Interview: Author Veronica Roth on Classic Tropes, Creating New Worlds, and Characters with Post Saving-the-World Emotions

The “chosen one” trope is inherently familiar to anyone who picks up a books, goes to the movies, or binge-watches the newest TV show. It revolves around the idea of destiny and wondering if the main character truly has a…

10 YA Thrillers That Are Perfect Weekend Reads

Have you ever just wanted a great and quick read you can pick up for the weekend? We know exactly what you mean. These young adult thrillers will keep you glued to the page. You won’t want to put these…