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”
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Model & Actress Stacey Queripel in the Montgomery Lake High Book Series
When my first book was published in 2010, I desired to bring my friends into the project by using their pictures to represent my characters. For four years, I did just that. However, when newer editions of my books were released, my publisher opted to feature models whom their designers could use for covers and book trailers, etc. Today, one familiar face remains: Stacey Queripel.
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”
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”
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 Senior in High School Reviews “The Right Person” by Stacy A. Padula
This book depicts the struggles many kids encounter during their high school years through the eyes of compelling characters. I recommend this book to both students currently in high school and middle schoolers preparing for these tricky years. It is a reminder of God’s presence in our lives and the importance of seeking strength through him in times of uncertainty.
A Teenage Synopsis of When Darkness Tries to Hide
The second book in the Montgomery Lake High Series, When Darkness Tries to Hide, continues the journey of the students at MLH as they venture further into the depths of high school. After following the stories of Chris and Courtney in The Right Person, the focus shifts to Chris’s wayward, childhood best-friend of almost a decade: Jason Davids.
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”
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”
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.
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.
Stacy Padula to be Featured at Barnes & Noble’s 2016 Teen Book Festival
Author Stacy A. Padula will be featured at Barnes & Noble’s 2016 B-Fest Teen Book Festival in Leominster, Massachusetts on June 11th. She will be signing books from 12-1:30pm and speaking with teens about her young adult book series. About the Author Stacy Padula, a native of Pembroke, Massachusetts, has accrued years of experience working with adolescents.ContinueContinue reading “Stacy Padula to be Featured at Barnes & Noble’s 2016 Teen Book Festival”
Unabridged Edition of Stacy Padula’s 1st Novel Released Today on Kindle
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 4, 2016 Today marks the release of the 2nd edition of Stacy Padula’s young adult novel Montgomery Lake High #1: The Right Person. This version is slightly longer than the original and features scenes that delve more deeply into the characters’ psyches. Padula is very excited about the updates she madeContinueContinue reading “Unabridged Edition of Stacy Padula’s 1st Novel Released Today on Kindle”
2nd Edition of “The Right Person” Released Today on Kindle
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 4, 2016 Today marks the release of the 2nd edition of Stacy Padula’s young adult novel Montgomery Lake High #1: The Right Person. This version is slightly longer than the original and features scenes that delve more deeply into the characters’ psyches. Padula is very excited about the updates she made to the novel; she saidContinueContinue reading “2nd Edition of “The Right Person” Released Today on Kindle”
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.
Book Signing at the Full Sail in Plymouth, MA
On Saturday 5/2, Stacy Padula signed books at the Full Sail in Plymouth, Massachusetts. Below are some pictures from the event. https://stacyapadula.com/
New Teen Fiction Books Hit the Shelves of Barnes & Noble
Stacy Padula’s novels The Aftermath and The Forces Within hit the shelves of Barnes & Noble this month. They are available at various locations, and a limited number of autographed copies are available in Hingham, Massachusetts. A formal book signing will be scheduled shortly. Time and location TBD.What is the Montgomery Lake High book series?About Stacy Padula
Updated Edition Released This Week
Montgomery Lake High #1: The Right Person Daily, teenagers enter into the war between being true to themselves and fitting in with their peers. One such troubled teen is Chris Dunkin, who has been a substance abuser since age twelve. Now fifteen, he is drinking alcohol more often and using heavy drugs to keep himselfContinueContinue reading “Updated Edition Released This Week”
3rd Edition of “The Right Person” to be Released this Month
Montgomery Lake High #1: The Right Person will be released this February with an updated front and back cover. The front cover will feature characters Chris Dunkin, Courtney Angeletti, Bryan Sartelli, Chantal Kagelli, and Cathy Kagelli. The back cover will feature Stacy Padula’s updated biography, as well as the QR code to direct readers toContinueContinue reading “3rd Edition of “The Right Person” to be Released this Month”
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.
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