Recently, I sat down with a cup of hot chocolate and a new young adult release in hand for what I hoped to be a relaxing afternoon of reading. I had enjoyed Jesse Andrews’ debut novel, Me and Earl andRead more…
Not all “mean girls”: Female friendships in contemporary young adult fiction
‘I feel sorry for you, and I’m going to be your friend.’ ‘I don’t want to be your friend,’ Cath said, as sternly as she could. ‘I like that we’re not friends.’ ‘Me, too,’ Reagan said. ‘I’m sorry you ruinedRead more…