January 14, 2011 at 9:49 pm
Every Little Thing in the World has made it onto ALA’s 2011 list of Best Fiction for Young Adults!
Voya
December 9, 2010 at 4:14 pm
In this unsentimental look at teen pregnancy, the author manages to keep the tone upbeat and nonjudgmental. It skillfully explores the dynamics of family, friendship and growing up. Well-developed, believable characters emerge. Sydney’s relationships with her fellow campers shape her in ways she could never have imagined. Even Mick, the scary camper who claims to have killed a man, has wisdom to share. As friendships dissolve and reform, Sydney emerges clear headed, responsible…Her growth and maturity are deftly depicted. Well written and eminently current, this deep, provocative novel will find a wide teen audience. It would be a worthy addition to any public or high school library collection.
If you are a gay, lesbian, bi, or transgendered teen
October 11, 2010 at 12:25 pm
….please know that you are perfect and wonderful exactly as you are! NOBODY has the right to bully you, or make you feel less valuable. Amazing people are ready to tell you that you are not alone, and that it does get better. If you are having a crisis, please contact The Trevor Project. You can call them at 866-488-7386, or go to their website (see link at right).
If you are a straight teen, please remember that there is NOTHING WRONG with being different, but there is EVERYTHING wrong with singling out someone for being different. Support your GLBT classmates!
Wonderful times are ahead! Hang in there, and know that you are loved.