FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—Author Stacy Padula has revamped her Montgomery Lake High young adult book series and released updated 2018 editions of all five of her novels. She believes it is important that each high school generation can relate to her books and that they address the most prevalent teenage issues of today. Padula is currently writing another teen book series, The Shadow’s Grip, which she hopes will hit the shelves of Barnes & Noble in 2019.
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A Male’s Review of Stacy Padula’s Novel: The Battle for Innocence
In The Battle for Innocence by Stacy A. Padula, a Young Adult/Realistic Fiction novel, the main character, Jon Anderson, is thrown into just what the quote above says: a whirlwind. The story is set in western Massachusetts, and is a back-story to the Montgomery Lake High book series.
A Teen’s Take on The Aftermath by Stacy Padula
Review Written by Kelly Mitchell – Newton Country Day Class of 2018 It has been three weeks since a terrible storm left Andy in a coma, and for Jason Davids, nothing has been the same. Jason, the most popular freshman boy at Montgomery Lake High School, recognizes that he needs to make a change inContinueContinue reading “A Teen’s Take on The Aftermath by Stacy Padula”
A High School Senior Reviews “The Battle for Innocence” by Stacy Padula
Charlotte’s Thoughts: In “The Battle for Innocence,” the reader gains valuable insight into the background of the Montgomery Lake High characters. This book is important for the audience to understand how many of the relationships in the present day came to be, like Chantal and Jon’s friendship. It is surprising to see how much theirContinueContinue reading “A High School Senior Reviews “The Battle for Innocence” by Stacy Padula”
Doug Llewelyn to Interview Author Stacy Padula on Friday 1/26/18 at 4:00PM
Best-selling young adult author Stacy A. Padula will be interviewed about her book series and college counseling company today at 4:00PM by Doug Llewelyn (host of the People’s Court and creator of Judge Judy). The interview will air on live radio: CUTV News, New York.
A Sneak Peak at Stacy Padula’s Upcoming Interview with Doug Llewelyn
Stacy Padula will be interviewed on live radio by Doug Llewelyn – the host of The People’s Court and creator of Judge Judy. He is interested in hearing about her journey as an author and a business owner. In preparation for the interview, she has reflected on various experiences. Here is a sneak peak at some topics that will be covered:
Featured Book of the Month: The Forces Within
Montgomery Lake High #5: The Forces Within After being trapped inside his own body, unable to communicate with anyone but his own thoughts, Andy Rosetti finally wakes up from the coma that controlled his life for one month. But upon awakening, Andy finds himself and his friends in an unfamiliar setting: a mansion riddled with secretsContinueContinue reading “Featured Book of the Month: The Forces Within”
Spreading Some Holiday Cheer!
We hope we find you in good humor today! Our characters would like to spread some holiday cheer… Merry Christmas! Love, Chantal, Jon, Chris, Marielle, Courtney, Bryan, Jason, Jessie, Marc, & Cathy
Q&A with Kelly Mitchell: When Darkness Tries to Hide (MLH #2)
After reading and reviewing Montgomery Lake High #2: When Darkness Tries to Hide, Kelly was asked to share her honest opinions about the story and characters in the below Q&A:
It Begs the Question – Can Faith & Reason Co-exist?
Can faith and reason co-exist? Every day, teenagers are faced with difficult situations that challenge their faith and moral compass. The Aftermath follows a group of students from Montgomery Lake High School, specifically Jason Davids and Jessie Robins. At age fifteen, Jason appears to have it all together: high grades, popular friends, a beautiful girlfriend, and any drug that promises enjoyment at his disposal. Despite this, there is a persistent emptiness inside his heart. After attempting to fill the void with achievements, relationships, and illicit substances, Jason finds himself intrigued by Jessie, a quiet and rather plain girl, who is the daughter of a local pastor. How is it possible that she stands for everything Jason opposes yet possesses the one thing he has been searching for all along?
Q&A with Stacy Padula on Writing Part 2
In preparation for an upcoming interview with Doug Llewelyn – Why do you feel your books are necessary for young adults to read? My books share the raw truth about opioid addiction, as well as other substances, in a realistic and relatable way. Drugs pose an empty promise for fulfillment, which often leads to self-destruction and hurts many others in the process. I want to help kids avoid the heartache that goes along with substance abuse and find positive/beneficial outlets for their energy. There is an immense amount of social pressure on teens today. Between social media and technology, they are constantly connected and can easily lose touch with themselves. They face enormous pressure to fit in with their peers and often lose themselves in the process…
Q&A with Stacy Padula on Writing Part 1
Can faith and reason co-exist? Every day, teenagers are faced with difficult situations that challenge their faith and moral compass. The Aftermath follows a group of students from Montgomery Lake High School, specifically Jason Davids and Jessie Robins. At age fifteen, Jason appears to have it all together: high grades, popular friends, a beautiful girlfriend, and every drug that promises enjoyment at his disposal. Despite this, there is a persistent emptiness inside his heart. After attempting to fill the void with achievements, relationships, and illicit substances, Jason finds himself drawn to Jessie, a quiet and rather plain girl whom he has never before noticed. He cannot understand the sudden attraction he feels nor the force that is drawing him toward her. How is it possible that she stands for everything he opposes yet possesses the one thing he has been searching for this entire time?
Q&A on Book #1: The Right Person
Q&A with Kelly Mitchell |
Kelly is a very insightful teenager, who has a knack for perceiving underlying meanings and concepts within works of literature. As an author, I am truly blessed to have her on staff as an intern. Kelly is applying to many prestigious colleges this year, and while I will be sad to lose her, I could not be more proud of her. Below is a short series of questions I asked her to complete about Book #1 “The Right Person.”
A Teen’s Critique of MLH #1 by Stacy Padula
I think many high schoolers, especially those feeling consumed by the constant social pressure, will be able to relate to the ups and downs the characters in The Right Person face. Their struggles with the sudden prevalence of drugs and alcohol in Montgomery Lake is very real to new high schoolers suddenly faced with these difficult choices. I would recommend this book to all teenagers, but especially those struggling with drug or alcohol abuse or those who feel they might be at risk of future abuse.
The Forces Within: an Amazon Best Seller
On September 5, 2017, The Forces Within by Stacy Padula rose to the #3 best selling spot on Amazon Kindle for teen books that address substance abuse. This paranormal thriller is the 5th book in the Montgomery Lake High book series. https://youtu.be/DrBsvyQdcxc?t=8s Synopsis After being trapped inside his own body, unable to communicate with anyone butContinueContinue reading “The Forces Within: an Amazon Best Seller”
The Reviews Are In!
See what readers are saying about the Montgomery Lake High book series on Amazon! 1. TO’Halloran reviewed When Darkness Tries to Hide (Montgomery Lake High Book 2) 1 of 1 people found the following helpful A must read! March 5, 2017 Well written with well developed characters – this book is just as good asContinueContinue reading “The Reviews Are In!”
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 absenceContinueContinue reading “A Teen’s Take on the MLH Characters”
The Spiritual Battle in “The Aftermath”
Written by Elizabeth Harvey of Needham, MA Jason has been at war with himself for a long time. He has such a strong void in his life and he knows that something is missing and he hates that feeling. Jason relies on drugs and alcohol to cope with the missing piece in his life: God.ContinueContinue reading “The Spiritual Battle in “The Aftermath””
Spiritual Warfare in The Forces Within
Montgomery Lake High #5: The Forces Within After being trapped inside his own body, unable to communicate with anyone but his own thoughts, Andy Rosetti finally wakes up from the coma that controlled his life for one month. But upon awakening, Andy finds himself and his friends in an unfamiliar setting: a mansion riddled with secretContinueContinue reading “Spiritual Warfare in The Forces Within”
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, includingContinueContinue reading “A Teen’s Review of The Forces Within by Stacy Padula”
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