Norah is a senior at Marshfield High School. She is a member of her school’s National Honor Society and many other extracurricular activities such as Varsity basketball, DECA, Model UN, Gold Ribbon Club, and Operation Smile Club. One of her favorite high school experiences was attending the international DECA competition her freshman year in Atlanta,ContinueContinue reading “Norah’s Book Nook”
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Ramsey’s Book Nook
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”
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”
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””
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.
“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”
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”
“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”
Stacy Padula Named Top Global Impact Author of the Year for 2023
New York, New York, United States – 01-19-2023 – Stacy Padula, author, educator, counselor, and entrepreneur was recently selected by the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) as the Top Global Impact Author of the Year for 2023. While inclusion with the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) is an honor, choosing the Top GlobalContinueContinue reading “Stacy Padula Named Top Global Impact Author of the Year for 2023”
The Gripped Characters: Q&A with Laurie O’Sullivan
“The entirety of Gripped Part 1 is one large cliffhanger. I not only want to know the immediate outcomes of crumbling relationships and kids getting in trouble, but how their lives will pan out as they move forward into college.” – Laurie O’Sullivan
Gripped: a 5-star Read for Teens
“I recommend this book to anyone who wants a perfect blend of intensity and drama, and is open to reading about the harsh reality of our world today through the perspective of those going through it.” – Laurie O’Sullivan
First Book in Gripped Series Hits Home with Teen Readers
“My favorite part of the story was the dialogue. I think in a book like this where it has a lot to do with relationships and young adults, seeing their interactions shows their personality way more than any amount of description can.” – Laurie O’Sullivan
Multiple Timelines in Gripped #1 by Stacy Padula Make It a 5-star Read
Written by Timmy Weiss, Weston, MA Gripped Part 1: The Truth We Never Told by Stacy Padula is a thrilling book that engrosses the reader in the story and teaches extremely valuable life lessons. By exploring different timelines of its characters, it not only gives the reader a closer connection to each character but alsoContinueContinue reading “Multiple Timelines in Gripped #1 by Stacy Padula Make It a 5-star Read”
There’s Much to Learn from Chris Dunkin’s Character Arc in “Gripped” by Stacy Padula
Written by Maya Daly, Duxbury, Massachusetts Gripped Part 3: The Fallout by Stacy Padula gives important insight into the minds of many teens during their high school years. While, oftentimes, the characters are not making the best decisions, it shows that usually these decisions are made worse due to outside factors going on in theContinueContinue reading “There’s Much to Learn from Chris Dunkin’s Character Arc in “Gripped” by Stacy Padula”
Fordham University Graduate Reviews ‘When Darkness Tries to Hide’ by Stacy Padula
“This book throws the readers completely into the MLH world on a deeper level than ever before and makes for a quick read as you will not be able to put it down!” – Reilly Fournier
