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.
Tirzah Price is reintroduced to the show as she and Erica discuss some YA news, 2021 releases that were overlooked, as well as a few must-not-miss end of the year releases.
Erica talks a little about what she finds appealing about space operas and gets into a few YA titles.
Kelly and Erica dive into short stories, new and forthcoming YA nonfiction, and Kelly offers her final sign-off.
Erica discusses YA novels from all over the world— a few of which have won awards— that have been translated into English.
Kelly and Erica get a little spicy as they discuss some wonderful YA retellings as well as books that take place in areas outside of Europe and the United States.
Kelly and guest Amma Marfo talk about The Baby-Sitters Club, Season Two.
Kelly and Erica dive into recent YA books that explore mental health and highlight some really pretty graphic novels.
Kelly offers a history of the YA career novel.
Jenn from Book Riot's Get Booked podcast joins Erica to discuss the current state of dystopian YA compared to the Hunger Games era.
Erica shares a few romances-- whimsical as well as serious-- that feature diverse characters.