Somaiya Daud's debut novel, MIRAGE, is a beautifully written fantasy about royal and colonial politics where a girl is forced to be a body double for a despised princess. In a world dominated by the brutal Vathek empire, Amani is a dreamer. But when adventure comes for Amani, it is not what she expects: she is kidnapped and taken to the royal palace, where she discovers that she is nearly identical to the cruel half-Vathek Princess. The princess is so hated by her conquered people that she requires a body double. As Amani is forced into her new role, she can’t help but enjoy the palace’s beauty and her time with the princess’ fiancé. But Amani must play the princess to perfection...because one wrong move could lead to her death. Teen board member Rachel D. got a chance to talk to Somaiya about writing and identity in her debut novel. Keep reading to see their conversation!
Scott Cunningham, whose book of poems, YA TE VEO: Poems (University of Arkansas Press), was part of the 2018 Miller Williams Poetry Prize series, has established himself not only as a champion of literature, but as an advocate for the advancement and promotion of Miami’s diverse culture throughout South Florida. His poetry festival, O, Miami, has captured the attention of local and non-local organizations looking to support his initiative. Teen Board member Rachel D. wanted to learn more about the man behind O, Miami --- Miami’s most prolific poetry festival --- and learn what it takes to go from poetry aficionado to major influencer. Read her interview with Scott below.
While mingling with your favorite authors and seeing all the latest books is awesome enough, imagine doing all of that and more in sunny MiamI! This year, Teen Board Member Rachel D. was on location in balmy Florida for the Miami Book Fair and she was kind enough to report back for us. The highlight of her experience was getting to interview New York Times-bestselling author Kwame Alexander; Rachel also reviewed his most recent book, SOLO, for us when it released. Read part three of their powerful interview below!
While mingling with your favorite authors and seeing all the latest books is awesome enough, imagine doing all of that and more in sunny MiamI! This year, Teen Board Member Rachel D. was on location in balmy Florida for the Miami Book Fair and she was kind enough to report back for us. The highlight of her experience was getting to interview New York Times-bestselling author Kwame Alexander; Rachel also reviewed his most recent book, SOLO, for us when it released. Read part two of their powerful interview below!
While mingling with your favorite authors and seeing all the latest books is awesome enough, imagine doing all of that and more in sunny MiamI! This year, Teen Board Member Rachel D. was on location in balmy Florida for the Miami Book Fair and she was kind enough to report back for us. The highlight of her experience was getting to interview New York Times-bestselling author Kwame Alexander; Rachel also reviewed his most recent book, SOLO, for us when it released. Read part one of their powerful interview below!
South Florida local Julie Shepard is the author of the newly debuted young adult novel ROSIE GIRL. ROSIE GIRL was one of my favorite books of the year, so I was beyond excited to have the privilege of attending her book launch on July 15th to celebrate the release of her first novel. Read on to learn all about Julie, ROSIE GIRL and the fantastic event.
Here at Teenreads, we love a good book festival. While mingling with your favorite authors and seeing all the latest books is awesome enough, imagine doing all of that and more in sunny MiamI! Teen Board Member Rachel D. was recently on location in balmy Florida for the Miami Book Fair and she was kind enough to report back for us. Read all about her experience below!
October 31st is just around the corner! How does it compare to the scary stories you grew up reading, or being told around campfires? Teen Board member Rachel D. breaks it down, below.
John Green is one of the premiere names in the contemporary YA scene; his book THE FAULT IN OUR STARS rose to the bestseller list almost instantaneously, he's chased by hordes of screaming fans and he has film deals for nearly all of his books.
His first novel, LOOKING FOR ALASKA, focuses on Miles “Pudge” Halter, a boy attending boarding school for the first time who has just added something new to his list of obsessions (he can’t get enough of famous last words): Alaska Young, the girl down the hall.
Although reviewers called it “brilliant,” “compelling” and “beautifully told,” the book has landed on the American Library Association’s list of Top Ten Frequently Challenged Books in both 2012 and 2013.
Below, YA author Adi Alsaid (LET’S GET LOST, NEVER ALWAYS SOMETIMES) and Teen Board members Brynn S. and Rachel D. talk about their personal feelings towards the book, and what they would say if they came face to face with a book-banner.
We love it when we hear different perspectives on why people love the same book, and below is a perfect example! Two of our Teen Board members, Maggie L. and Rachel D., wrote about THERE IS A BIRD ON YOUR HEAD by Mo Willems, part of the Elephant & Piggie series. Maggie loves the humor, and Rachel remembers how the book helped her escape from a world she didn't yet comprehend when she first moved to the United States. Read their two posts, below!
Tell us about the books you’ve finished reading with your comments and a rating of 1 to 5 stars. During the contest period from October 17th to October 31st at noon ET, three lucky readers each will be randomly chosen to win a copy of THE TIN MEN by Nelson DeMille and Alex DeMille and THE WIDOW by John Grisham.
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Coming Soon
Curious about what books will be released in the months ahead so you can pre-order or reserve them? Then click on the months below.
October's Books on Screen roundup includes the films The Woman in Cabin 10 on Netflix and Regretting You in theaters; the series premieres of HBO's "IT: Welcome to Derry" and Apple TV+'s "Down Cemetery Road"; the season premieres of "Tracker" and "Watson" on CBS; the season finales of USA Network's "The Rainmaker," STARZ's "Outlander: Blood of My Blood," AMC's "The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon" and Apple TV+'s "Slow Horses"; the continuation of "The Morning Show" on Apple TV+; and the DVD/Blu-ray releases of She Rides Shotgun, I Know What You Did Last Summer and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.
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We love it when we hear different perspectives on why people love the same book, and below is a perfect example! Two of our Teen Board members, Maggie L. and Rachel D., wrote about 
