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.
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.
Kelly and Erica highlight excellent books for Latinx Heritage Month and dig into must-read YA memoirs.
Erica shares a couple books that made her want to read more as an adult, as well as some she's really looking forward to.
Kelly and Erica talk about new releases they're loving so far and about those they're excited to be released.
Kelly talks about three recent YA books that explore contemporary history from 1960-today.
Kelly and Erika talk about excellent diverse science fiction and fantasy, then offer up some delicious new foodie fiction.
Kelly shares the history and context of the first true YA book, Maureen Daly's Seventeenth Summer.