It is often said that history is written by the victors, and while that may be classically true, that doesn’t mean we as individuals can’t…
No Te Vayas Interview With Carlos Vives
Arguably the greatest singer to have come from Colombia, megastar Carlos Vives sat down with the Young Folks to talk about his brand new single “…
The Cast of ‘Gentefied’ on Bringing Authentic Latinx Characters & Experiences to Netflix
With more focus being placed on the Latinx generation, Netflix looks to deliver to us a show in Gentefied that depicts the Latinx community in a more …
Six Authors Weigh in on Fanfiction, Tropes and the Books That Were Inspired by Them
I have something to admit: I’ve read more fanfiction than actual fiction. I’ve read thousands of words of epic multi-chaptered stories and…
Beautifully Brutal and Timely: An Interview with ‘Foul Is Fair’ Author Hannah Capin
Hannah Capin’s Foul Is Fair is a novel of the moment. Set in the aftermath of a sexual assault, this dark and gritty novel features unforgettabl…
Exclusive Interview with ‘Bug Boys’ author, Laura Knetzger
When I first heard that Random House, one of the big five publishers, was launching a children’s graphic novel imprint, I was overjoyed. I LOVE …
Interview: Jewell Parker Rhodes & Brady Colbert Discuss Their New Middle-Grade Books
In 2020, now more than ever, stories that encompass a diverse array of experiences deserve to be celebrated and not just during months designated for …