Hey YA

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.

Nodding Our Heads Vigorously

On this week's episode of Hey YA, dive into recent YA books for Summerween and hear debut author Chatham Greenfield chat time loop stories, disability in YA, and more.

Hey YA Extra Credit: YA Authors Debuting Adult Fiction

There's something exciting seeing YA authors expand their repertoire and debut their works of adult fiction. Here are four to check out now.

Movies Are Too Dark and Books Are Too Long

Which of these new YA releases are you trying to get into first?

Hey YA Extra Credit: Books That Match My Summer Playlist

Which YA books would you match to your summer playlist?

“Monsters Are The Ultimate Other”

On this week's episode of Hey YA, Erica talks about recent library finds and Kelly interviews author and editor Rob Costello about short story collections, horror, and queer reads.

Hey YA Extra Credit: Exciting Fall 2024 YA Nonfiction Releases

On this week's episode of Hey YA, Kelly highlights some of the most exciting YA nonfiction hitting shelves this fall, including several works of graphic nonfiction.

Sus Watering Adventures

Your YA TBR will be toppling with this month's great new releases.

Hey YA Extra Credit: Celebrate Disability Pride Month With Righteous Fury and Changelings

There's a queer Greek retelling, autistic changelings, and a little polyamory, as a treat. Which YA books are you reading for Disability Pride Month?

“Nobody Reads Like a YA Reader”

This week, Erica talks about YA from earlier in 2024 you may have missed and Kelly talks with author Hope Jahren about remixing classic literature for YA readers, writing for multiple audiences, and more.

Hey YA Extra Credit: 50 Years of THE CHOCOLATE WAR

THE CHOCOLATE WAR turns 50 this year. Learn about the canonical YA book's legacy and its long-standing appeal to book banners.

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