Ramsey is a senior at Duxbury High School where she is a member of the varsity girls ski team and a captain of the varsity girls crew team. She also participates in various clubs and competitive dance year-round. Her favorite subjects in school are math and English and she plans on majoring in business inContinueContinue reading “Ramsey’s Book Nook”
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Stacy Padula to be Interviewed on Magic 106.7’s “Exceptional Women”
On Sunday June 9th at 7:30 a.m., author and entrepreneur Stacy Padula be interviewed on Magic 106.7 (Boston’s 106.7fm) during the award-winning EXCEPTIONAL WOMEN show. Stacy will be discussing her multifaceted career, upcoming Gripped television show, and more with co-hosts Sue Tabb and Kendra Petrone.
Nicole Kroon Recommends “Taylor’s Story” to Young Adults
Article by Nicole Kroon—North Andover, Massachusetts https://read.amazon.com/kp/card?preview=inline&linkCode=kpd&ref_=k4w_oembed_9dDMUMv4gozEV0&asin=B098FC3LWN&tag=kpembed-20 As a junior in high school, I would recommend the novel Taylor’s Story (Gripped Part 5) by Stacy Padula to young adults who are constantly being exposed to drugs and alcohol, and are at a higher risk of being tempted to try them. This book is an excellentContinueContinue reading “Nicole Kroon Recommends “Taylor’s Story” to Young Adults”
Nicole Kroon on the Gripped Book Series’ Characters
An Interview with Nicole Kroon—North Andover, Massachusetts After reading Gripped Parts 1-5 by Stacy Padula, junior in high school, Nicole Kroon, was asked to share her honest opinion about the characters in the series. https://read.amazon.com/kp/card?preview=inline&linkCode=kpd&ref_=k4w_oembed_9dDMUMv4gozEV0&asin=B098FC3LWN&tag=kpembed-20 What did you like best about this book and who is your favorite character in the series at this point?ContinueContinue reading “Nicole Kroon on the Gripped Book Series’ Characters”
Nicole Kroon Reviews “Gripped Part 5: Taylor’s Story” by Stacy Padula
By Nicole Kroon—North Andover, Massachusetts https://read.amazon.com/kp/card?preview=inline&linkCode=kpd&ref_=k4w_oembed_9dDMUMv4gozEV0&asin=B098FC3LWN&tag=kpembed-20 Gripped Part 5: Taylor’s Story by Stacy Padula is the most suspenseful, action-packed, and intriguing novel yet in the Gripped series! It focuses on Taylor trying to get out of the Bilotti crime ring, but of course, it’s not as simple as it seems. Friends are pulled into theContinueContinue reading “Nicole Kroon Reviews “Gripped Part 5: Taylor’s Story” by Stacy Padula”
An Interview with Liam Vian on “Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told”
Meet Liam Vian Liam is a senior at Duxbury High School in Duxbury, MA where he has lived since 2017. Before this, he attended Forest Hill Elementary School in San Jose, CA and Birch Copse primary school in Reading, England. Liam has lived half of his life in England and the other half in the UnitedContinueContinue reading “An Interview with Liam Vian on “Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told””
Liam Vian Reviews “Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told” by Stacy Padula
By Liam Vian—Duxbury, Massachusetts https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07P95VKDD?notRedirectToSDP=1u0026amp;ref_=dbs_mng_calw_0u0026amp;storeType=ebooks As a senior in high school, I recommend Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told by Stacy Padula to anyone in high school or even older, as I believe it is insightful into how drugs can affect young adults and what they can do to their lives. This storyContinueContinue reading “Liam Vian Reviews “Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told” by Stacy Padula”
Stacy Padula Honored in New York City as “Top Global Impact Author of the Year”
It is our pleasure to share that Stacy Padula was named Top Global Impact Author of the Year! On December 2nd, Stacy received her award at a gala hosted by IAOTP at The Plaza in New York City. Also honored that evening were Bobby Valentine (Top Legendary Baseball Manager), Mark Rivera (Top Musician & EntertainerContinueContinue reading “Stacy Padula Honored in New York City as “Top Global Impact Author of the Year””
Special November Discount!
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, we are providing a special discount to our followers for the month of November! Using the link below, our best-selling book Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told is available at 40% off: Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told Padula, Stacy A, Buy Now
Stacy Padula to Guest Speak at FCC Hanson on September 17th
On Sunday September 17, 2023, author Stacy Padula will be guest speaking at the First Congregational Church in Hanson, MA located at 639 High Street. The event will run from 5:30-6:30 and is open to all.
The Gripped Characters: Q&A with Olivia Halle on “Gripped 4: Smoke & Mirrors”
| Written by Olivia Halle, Hingham, Massachusetts | Meet Olivia Halle Olivia is a senior at Hingham High School, where she is the president of National Honor Society. She is a member of the Varsity Tennis Team and also enjoys sailing, reading, and hiking. Olivia is involved in Hingham’s Mentor Program, Green Team, and MedicalContinueContinue reading “The Gripped Characters: Q&A with Olivia Halle on “Gripped 4: Smoke & Mirrors””
“Gripped” Paints an Accurate Picture of Teenage Substance Abuse (Whether Parents Want to Believe It or Not) by Laurie O’Sullivan
| Written by Laurie O’Sullivan, Dover, Massachusetts | Laurie O’Sullivan is a 17 year old senior at Dover Sherborn High School where she likes to be involved with sports and extracurriculars. She is part of the National Honor Society and tutors high schoolers who want extra help in biology. She runs on the track team,ContinueContinue reading ““Gripped” Paints an Accurate Picture of Teenage Substance Abuse (Whether Parents Want to Believe It or Not) by Laurie O’Sullivan”
The Ever-changing Plot & Dynamic Characters Make Stacy Padula’s “Gripped 3: The Fallout” a 5-star Read – by Laurie O’Sullivan
| Written by Laurie O’Sullivan, Dover, Massachusetts | Laurie O’Sullivan is a 17 year old senior at Dover Sherborn High School where she likes to be involved with sports and extracurriculars. She is part of the National Honor Society and tutors high schoolers who want extra help in biology. She runs on the track team,ContinueContinue reading “The Ever-changing Plot & Dynamic Characters Make Stacy Padula’s “Gripped 3: The Fallout” a 5-star Read – by Laurie O’Sullivan”
A Review of “Gripped 4: Smoke & Mirrors” by Hingham High School’s Olivia Halle
| Written by Olivia Halle, Hingham, Massachusetts | Meet Olivia Halle Olivia is a senior at Hingham High School, where she is the president of National Honor Society. She is a member of the Varsity Tennis Team and also enjoys sailing, reading, and hiking. Olivia is involved in Hingham’s Mentor Program, Green Team, and MedicalContinueContinue reading “A Review of “Gripped 4: Smoke & Mirrors” by Hingham High School’s Olivia Halle”
Laurie O’Sullivan on the “Gripped 2” Characters
| Written by Laurie O’Sullivan—Dover, Massachusetts | Meet Laurie O’Sullivan Laurie is a 17 year old senior at Dover Sherborn High School where she likes to be involved with sports and extracurriculars. She is part of the National Honor Society and tutors high schoolers who want extra help in biology. She runs on the trackContinueContinue reading “Laurie O’Sullivan on the “Gripped 2” Characters”
Why Stacy Padula’s “Gripped 2: Blindsided” is a Must-Read for Teens – by Laurie O’Sullivan
| Written by Laurie O’Sullivan, Dover, Massachusetts | Meet Laurie O’Sullivan Laurie is a 17 year old senior at Dover Sherborn High School where she likes to be involved with sports and extracurriculars. She is part of the National Honor Society and tutors high schoolers who want extra help in biology. She runs on theContinueContinue reading “Why Stacy Padula’s “Gripped 2: Blindsided” is a Must-Read for Teens – by Laurie O’Sullivan”
Fast-paced, Educational, & Engrossing: Stacy Padula’s “Gripped 4” is a Must-Read for Today’s Teens – by Olivia Halle
| Written by Olivia Halle, Hingham, Massachusetts | Meet Olivia Halle Olivia is a senior at Hingham High School, where she is the president of National Honor Society. She is a member of the Varsity Tennis Team and also enjoys sailing, reading, and hiking. Olivia is involved in Hingham’s Mentor Program, Green Team, and MedicalContinueContinue reading “Fast-paced, Educational, & Engrossing: Stacy Padula’s “Gripped 4” is a Must-Read for Today’s Teens – by Olivia Halle”
“Gripped 2: Blindsided” Shines an Honest Light on Modern Teen Culture
| Written by Laurie O’Sullivan—Dover, Massachusetts | Meet Laurie O’Sullivan Laurie is a 17 year old senior at Dover Sherborn High School where she likes to be involved with sports and extracurriculars. She is part of the National Honor Society and tutors high schoolers who want extra help in biology. She runs on the trackContinueContinue reading ““Gripped 2: Blindsided” Shines an Honest Light on Modern Teen Culture”
The Gripped Characters: Q&A with Olivia Halle on ‘The Fallout’
After reading Gripped Part 3: The Fallout by Stacy Padula, Olivia was interviewed about her honest thoughts on the characters and storyline.
Accurate Representation Matters: why the Gripped book series belongs in schools
“Gripped Part 3 warns readers that drugs do not solve problems nor do they provide substantive comfort, which encourages readers to face their challenges rather than temporarily numb the discomfort by abusing substances.” – Olivia Halle
