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From great new books to favorite classic reads, from news to the latest in on-screen adaptations, the Hey YA podcast is here to elevate the exciting world of young adult lit.

Jingle-Jangle Flavored Things: The Holiday Recs Episode

Which YA books do you think would make great gifts? Vanessa and Erica offer up their recommendations on this week's episode of Hey YA.

Hey YA Extra Credit: The NYPL’s 50 Best YA Books

Erica speaks to the NYPL's Susen Shi about their list of this year's 50 best YA books.

The Kind of Petty I Subscribe To

This week on Hey YA, Vanessa and Erica talk lotería, 24/7 Christmas, predatory and dark magic, and the best new YA out in November to add to your TBR.

Hey YA Extra Credit: New Native American YA Books

Which YA books by Native American authors are you picking up in the new month?

“I’m Optimistic Because It Saved My Life”

We spoke to a 16-year-old Poet Laureate Finalist about poetry and Veronica Chambers about Black historical YA. It's a good time!

Hey YA Extra Credit: Let’s Get Scared

Kelly talks about Summer Scares and highlights several awesome YA horror books honored as part of the program. Get ready to get the chills.

The Snuggle Potential: The Best YA Books Out in October

Which October new YA releases are you most looking forward to?

Hey YA Extra Credit: New and Spooky YA Graphic Novels to Read This Month

Which YA graphic novels do you plan on reading this spooky season?

NYPL Launches Teen Banned Book Club and Lamar Giles Talks About New Book RUIN ROAD

It's Banned Book Week! Join the NYPL's new book club and read Lamar Giles's new book.

Hey YA Extra Credit: Foodie Romances

Kelly serves up a delicious array of YA foodie romances to satisfy your appetite on this week's episode of Hey YA.