A Timely Novel for Young Adults: When Darkness Tries to Hide

Written by Isabelle Semas Isabelle Semas is in her junior year of high school, and has been homeschooled most of her life.  She looks forward to graduating next year and hopes to pursue a career in Early Childhood Education.  In her spare time, she sings in a christian band named NHB with her friends, isContinue reading "A Timely Novel for Young Adults: When Darkness Tries to Hide"

Refreshing Y.A. Book Prepares Teens to Make Difficult Decisions

Written by Emily Han, Easton, Massachusetts Emily Han is a junior at Oliver Ames High School in Easton, Massachusetts. She is the captain of her varsity field hockey team and a leader on her club team, Lead The Way. She is a member of National Honor Society and a founder of the PAWS Club and an active memberContinue reading "Refreshing Y.A. Book Prepares Teens to Make Difficult Decisions"

This Y.A. Book is Full of Useful Messages for Teens

Written by Isabelle Semas Isabelle Semas is in her junior year of high school, and has been homeschooled most of her life.  She looks forward to graduating next year and hopes to pursue a career in Early Childhood Education.  In her spare time, she sings in a christian band named NHB with her friends, isContinue reading "This Y.A. Book is Full of Useful Messages for Teens"

Brad Campbell on The Gripped Book Series Characters

Written by Bradford Campbell, Duxbury, MA Bradford Campbell is currently a senior at Thayer Academy. He is captain of their Varsity Soccer and Track and Field teams. In school, Bradford is a 2020 Student Government Representative and Peer Advisor for freshman students. He also enjoys volunteering for Special Olympics and Habitat for Humanity. Bradford participatesContinue reading "Brad Campbell on The Gripped Book Series Characters"

An Interview with Marshfield’s Sophia Coggeshall on the “Gripped” Series

Sophia is a senior at Marshfield High School in Marshfield, Massachusetts. She is a competitive Irish Step dancer who has competed several times at the Regional, National, and World Championships, and she also plays on the Varsity Field Hockey team for her high school. With a great passion for math and science in the classroom,Continue reading "An Interview with Marshfield’s Sophia Coggeshall on the “Gripped” Series"

New Y.A. Novel Opens Up Conversations Between Teens and Parents

Written by Bradford Campbell, Duxbury, MA Bradford Campbell is currently a senior at Thayer Academy. He is captain of their Varsity Soccer and Track and Field teams. In school, Bradford is a 2020 Student Government Representative and Peer Advisor for freshman students. He also enjoys volunteering for Special Olympics and Habitat for Humanity. Bradford participatesContinue reading "New Y.A. Novel Opens Up Conversations Between Teens and Parents"

Honest Book Prepares Kids for Social Issues Faced in High School

Written by Isabelle Semas Isabelle Semas is in her junior year of high school, and has been homeschooled most of her life.  She looks forward to graduating next year and hopes to pursue a career in Early Childhood Education.  In her spare time, she sings in a christian band named NHB with her friends, isContinue reading "Honest Book Prepares Kids for Social Issues Faced in High School"

“Gripped 1: The Truth We Never Told” Recommended by Thayer Academy Senior

Written by Bradford Campbell, Duxbury, MA Bradford Campbell is currently a senior at Thayer Academy. He is captain of their Varsity Soccer and Track and Field teams. In school, Bradford is a 2020 Student Government Representative and Peer Advisor for freshman students. He also enjoys volunteering for Special Olympics and Habitat for Humanity. Bradford participatesContinue reading "“Gripped 1: The Truth We Never Told” Recommended by Thayer Academy Senior"

“Gripped 3: The Fallout” Can Open Parents’ Eyes to Important Teenage Issues

Written by Sophia Coggeshall, Marshfield, Massachusetts Sophia is a senior at Marshfield High School in Marshfield, Massachusetts. She is a competitive Irish Step dancer who has competed several times at the Regional, National, and World Championships, and she also plays on the Varsity Field Hockey team for her high school. With a great passion forContinue reading "“Gripped 3: The Fallout” Can Open Parents’ Eyes to Important Teenage Issues"

Young Adult Novel “The Right Person” Recommended for Homeschooled Students

Written by Isabelle Semas Isabelle Semas is in her junior year of high school, and has been homeschooled most of her life.  She looks forward to graduating next year and hopes to pursue a career in Early Childhood Education.  In her spare time, she sings in a christian band named NHB with her friends, isContinue reading "Young Adult Novel “The Right Person” Recommended for Homeschooled Students"

Y.A. Novel Recommended for Teens Who Have Faced Tragedy

Written by Mackenzie Wells, Athens, Georgia Mackenzie is a senior at the University of Georgia majoring in English and public relations. She is a leader at the Wesley Foundation at UGA, the community outreach coordinator for UGA’s Undergraduate English Association, and a member of the Public Relations Student Society of America. Mackenzie has always hadContinue reading "Y.A. Novel Recommended for Teens Who Have Faced Tragedy"

“Gripped Part 3” is a Portal into the Mind of a Teenager

Written by Olivia Syat, Sharon, Massachusetts Olivia Syat is a senior at Sharon High School. She has a passion for learning, volunteering, and special education. She is a leader in her community through programs such as friendship circle, E.D.A.F, teen speak out, and pathways. She hopes to go into a field pertaining to special educationContinue reading "“Gripped Part 3” is a Portal into the Mind of a Teenager"

“Gripped 3” is Another Must-Read for Middle School & High School Students

Written by Sophia Coggeshall, Marshfield, MA Sophia is a senior at Marshfield High School in Marshfield, Massachusetts. She is a competitive Irish Step dancer who has competed several times at the Regional, National, and World Championships, and she also plays on the Varsity Field Hockey team for her high school. With a great passion forContinue reading "“Gripped 3” is Another Must-Read for Middle School & High School Students"

Teen Novel “Blindsided” Shares Important Truths About Addiction & Recovery

Written by Katherine Nally, Scituate, Massachusetts Kate is a senior at Scituate High School. She is actively involved in a variety of extracurriculars, with a clear passion for serving others. She has ventured twice to West Virginia with the Appalachia Service Project and looks forward to doing more service trips in college. She is alsoContinue reading "Teen Novel “Blindsided” Shares Important Truths About Addiction & Recovery"

New Y.A. Novel is too Relevant to be Ignored

The topics in Gripped Part 2: Blindsided by Stacy Padula are too relevant in teenage culture to be ignored. Blindsided is an amazing book that should be read by all high school and middle school students. The topics portrayed are relevant and important for all teenagers to hear, as it is wise to be informed about the consequences of...

Mackenzie Wells of UGA Reviews Stacy Padula’s Montgomery Lake High Book Series

Series Review by Mackenzie Wells, University of Georgia Mackenzie Wells is a senior at the University of Georgia, majoring in English and public relations. She is a leader at the Wesley Foundation at UGA, the community outreach coordinator for UGA’s Undergraduate English Association, and a member of the Public Relations Student Society of America. MackenzieContinue reading "Mackenzie Wells of UGA Reviews Stacy Padula’s Montgomery Lake High Book Series"

New Y.A. Novel Addresses Prevalent Issues in Teenage Culture

Article by Katherine Nally of Scituate, Massachusetts. Recently, parents have been sheltering their kids more and more, especially regarding the books that they read in middle school. Three of my favorite books that I read in middle school have been banned because they were considered to have sensitive topics that kids cannot understand. The reality is that this is what is happening in teenagers' lives, and it needs to be addressed.

An Impactful Book Full of Important Truths for Teen & Pre-teen Girls

Written by Mackenzie Wells, University of Georgia “The Battle for Innocence” by Stacy A. Padula takes an extremely impactful look at the unfortunate truth about what can happen at seemingly innocent parties. Two female characters, Chantal and Michelle, end up in situations in which they unintentionally fall under the influence of substances. In both cases,Continue reading "An Impactful Book Full of Important Truths for Teen & Pre-teen Girls"

The New Novel Teens Will Want to Read

Written by Gianna Arcabascio Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told by Stacy Padula is a book of life lessons and real life situations, which allows readers to connect with the characters' relationships and emotions. Taylor, the main character, has dealt with a painkiller addiction since his torn ACL. He has struggled to getContinue reading "The New Novel Teens Will Want to Read"