I recommend this book too pre-teens and teenagers who will begin to go through these troubling years soon. Seeing Courtney and Chris’ point of view on entering high school is a good way to prepare yourself. Sticking to your morals is a huge lesson throughout the novel, as well as trying to change your bad habits when entering a new environment.
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Wake Up America
Young adult author Stacy Padula says, “Schools need to wake up and realize that in a world where 13 year olds are overdosing on heroin, a book that educates kids on the perils of opiate addiction would be a GOOD THING to make them read, preferably at age 11 or 12.” How many opioid relatedContinue reading “Wake Up America”
New Video: “The Aftermath” by Stacy Padula (Trailer)
A seemingly normal day in the quiet town of Montgomery is interrupted by a violent storm, leaving Andy Rosetti in grave danger. There is someone else at fault for Andy’s accident, and Jason Davids knows the truth. Jason, the most popular boy in their grade, possesses a tight-knit group of friends, a gorgeous girlfriend, and a not-so-hidden thirst for drug-induced pleasure. When Andy rolls past him on a stretcher, guilt swarms Jason’s mind, and he begins looking at his life in a different light. Will Andy’s accident be the wake up call Jason so desperately needs or will it push him further into his destructive habits?
A Teen’s Take on the MLH Characters
Written by Elizabeth Harvey of Needham, MA (Class of 2017) Chris: Chris is a compassionate young man, but has always been an unintentional troublemaker since the 7th grade. Chris’s parents both work a lot and frequently travel, leaving Chris in the care of his older cousins who love to party. Because of his parents absenceContinue reading “A Teen’s Take on the MLH Characters”
A Teen’s Review of The Forces Within by Stacy Padula
Written by Elizabeth Harvey, Dana Hall Class of 2017 The Forces Within is a story that explores the power of spirituality and the battle that many teenagers go through when faced with tough decisions. The story focuses on life after Andy Rossetti wakes up from his coma and what his recovery process looks like, includingContinue reading “A Teen’s Review of The Forces Within by Stacy Padula”
New Video: “The Right Person” by Stacy Padula (Montgomery Lake High #1)
Friday night–a night that marks the beginning of the weekend and the long awaited break from the monotonous daily grind of high school–is otherwise known as a night to party. Chris Dunkin and his friends have been involved in the party scene since middle school, and at the start of their high school careers, they have no intention of stopping. At first, this particular night appears to be no different. However, Chris is struggling to maintain his “bad-boy” reputation once he begins to realize how damaging his lifestyle is to not only himself, but also the people around him. Courtney, the Mayor’s daughter, has always avoided the party scene, but her desire to rebel is growing, as she becomes infatuated with Chris and his friend’s reckless lifestyle. On this seemingly normal Friday night, an important choice must be made: one that could change the course of someone’s life forever.
A Teen’s Q&A about Montgomery Lake High #1 “The Right Person”
The fact that this is a universal story is the most appealing thing about the book. It also focuses on teenage relationships which are very appealing to middle school and high school aged students. Teenagers often look to movies, tv, and books and apply the lessons or stories they see to their own lives. This book focuses on a love story and various relationships which makes it a very entertaining, yet still educational read, including elements of both drama and comedy which grasp the attention of the target audience. The character development is also very appealing and creates a story that is able to resonate to teenagers.
A Teenager’s Review of “The Aftermath”
I recommend The Aftermath to all teenagers, especially those who are currently or have in the past dealt with difficult times or struggled with drugs or alcohol. It is not necessary to read the other books in the MLH series to understand the story. It is very inspiring to read about a teenager that everyone can relate to who deals with societal and personal issues on their path to find God.
The Right Person: an Amazon Best Seller in Multiple Categories
The Right Person is the debut novel in The Montgomery Lake High Book Series, which follows a large cast of personalities as they navigate through the social waters of high school. Characters include Chantal and Cathy Kagelli, identical twins whose similarities stop at face value (think good vs. evil, naive vs. manipulative); Chris Dunkin, a talented football player whose success is threatened by alcohol and drug abuse; Courtney Angeletti, the mayor’s straightedge daughter who cannot deny her attraction to Chris’ life of the party reputation; and Bryan Sartelli, Courtney’s loyal longterm boyfriend who happens to be best friends with Chris. Whether reading this novel as a teen or an adult, readers will be entertained, intrigued, and inspired by its dynamic array of characters.
504 Plans & IEPs – What’s the Difference?
In-school services for students with disabilities have come a long way in the past few decades. Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of 2004, public school districts are required by law to provide a student with the resources he or she needs to learn. However, schools often have trouble affording that assistance andContinue reading “504 Plans & IEPs – What’s the Difference?”
April Special!
The Kindle version of “The Aftermath” is on sale this week for only $3.99! Click here to purchase at a discount or start reading a sample for free. Fun Fact: Switchfoot lyrics were a huge inspiration to the plot of this story. Synopsis: For the past two years, Jason Davids has lived a charmed life.Continue reading “April Special!”
Review of When Darkness Tries to Hide by Stacy A. Padula
Kids have a lot of questions… that is no secret! But someone has a haunting secret (and plethora of questions) bound within the pages of When Darkness Tries to Hide by Stacy Padula.
A Review of “The Forces Within” by Stacy Padula
A Prisoner’s Review: The Aftermath
An inmate in Atlanta received The Aftermath from the chaplain of his prison. He was kind enough to write a review of the novel:
A Prisoner’s Review: When Darkness Tries to Hide
An inmate in an Atlanta prison read Montgomery Lake High #2: When Darkness Tries to Hide. Although this book falls in the young adult genre, the man had this to say:
A Prisoner’s Review: The Right Person
More of the Montgomery Lake High books were read in an Atlanta prison. Here is the review of The Right Person:
Fight Against Teen Drug Abuse
After working closely with teenagers for many years, I saw an urgent need for realistic young adult books. With teenage suicide, drug abuse, and bullying on the rise, I knew something had to be done to help teens realize their worth. Teenagers have far too much value—each and every one of them—to throw themselves into the downward spiral of substance abuse. Through the eyes of a variety of characters, my books share valuable life-lessons that point teenagers towards success and fulfillment. It is my hope that these books will help teenagers overcome the harsh battle between gaining social acceptance and being true to their own convictions.
The Aftermath: Chapters 2 – 4 (Reading of the Week)
Chapters 2, 3, and 4 of “The Aftermath” (2013)
Rearranging the American School Year
When questioned as to why American students rank low in comparison to other countries, it is often believed that a lack of education is at fault. The countries whose students rank above America’s spend more time on education with longer school days or years. The American school year should be longer, with shorter days, andContinue reading “Rearranging the American School Year”
Weighing a College Applicant: What SHOULD Matter Most
In reference to the college admission process, I believe that emphasis should be placed upon high school academics and how well rounded the applicant is. The high school academics that relate to the applicant’s intended field of study should be weighed the heaviest. One could be utterly talented in the area of his or her career goal,Continue reading “Weighing a College Applicant: What SHOULD Matter Most”
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