Sweet escapism continues to be the name of the game for YA lovers, myself included. Many of the great books featured on this list are fantasy, taking us to gorgeous new worlds. A world influenced by Spirited Away, and another…
‘I Kissed Shara Wheeler’ review: Casey McQuiston’s debut YA is the romance you need this summer
Casey McQuiston’s debut young adult novel I Kissed Shara Wheeler is a book you are going to want on your romance TBR list for this summer! After Chloe Green’s moms moved her from California to Alabama for high school, she…
May 2022 New Book Releases: Exciting Debuts and Middle-Grade delights
Thrilling debuts, fantastical middle-grades, and emotional reads dominate the list of May 2022 new book releases. Finish off your Spring reading strong and pre-order from your local bookstore or place these great titles on hold at your library! The Marvellers…
The 10 Best Books of 2021
As 2021 draws to a close, the books team looks back on a truly amazing year for young adult books. We came together, voted, and ranked our ten best books of 2021. We love fantasy here at the Young Folks,…
Best Books of 2021 so far
After the crazy year that was 2020, the world is finally beginning to heal. This healing is reflected in many of the newest releases, where hope is a key theme. We’ve learned this past year that human life is fragile,…
‘One Last Stop’ review: Casey McQuiston’s romantic and inclusive sophomore novel
A warning: this book will make you crave pancakes. This book will also make you crave other things: from strawberry milkshake pop-tarts to specialty diner specials to owning plants with adorable names and listening to the radio late at night…
Book Review: Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
I’ve started and restarted this review a few times. Since Red, White & Royal Blue is now a New York Times bestseller and has been reviewed everywhere, I’m finding that my words are coming up short each time I try…