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With four YA thrillers to her name, Kit Frick is no stranger to stories filled with murder, secrets and mystery and her fifth and newest title, The Reunion, is no different. To celebrate the release of The Reunion, we chatted with Kit all…
Jesse Q. Sutanto on her gripping new psychological thriller, I’m Not Done With You Yet
Jesse Q. Sutanto's new adult psychological thriller, I'm Not Done With You Yet, is officially here and we're obsessed. Fast paced and deliciously twisted, I'm Not Done With You Yet is the perfect read for anyone looking to lose themselves…
Kia Abdullah discusses her poignant new thriller, Those People Next Door
When things escalate after encountering her new neighbour ripping out the anti-racist banner her son put in their front garden, Salma senses their recent move to a suburban town might not be the refuge she'd hoped for in Those People Next…
Joelle Wellington on her deadly YA debut, Their Vicious Games
Merciless, satirical and terrifyingly addictive, Joelle Wellington's debut YA thriller, Their Vicious Games, is an all-consuming read that's just as horrifying in its fiction as it is in its 'real world' parallels. We couldn't get enough of…
Kelly Barnhill on her new feminist fantasy novel, When Women Were Dragons
Set in a 1950s America where thousands of women have seemingly spontaneously transformed into dragons, Kelly Barnhill's debut adult novel, When Women Were Dragons, is a unique and captivating exploration of what happens when women and girls…
Joya Goffney on music, writing challenges and her new YA novel, My Week with Him
Filled with moments that will both break and melt your heart in equal measures, Joya Goffney's newest release, My Week With Him is a beautiful exploration of love in its many complex forms. Having perfected the art of writing YA…
Emily Barr on her scorching new YA thriller, This Summer’s Secrets
If you're in the market for a gripping new thriller read (and aren't we all?) look no further than Emily Barr's new YA thriller, This Summer's Secrets. With murder, lies, love, loss and plenty of dangerous secrets, This Summer's Secrets is…
Gabi Burton on her sensational debut novel, Sing Me to Sleep
Compelling, immersive and impossibly gripping, Gabi Burton's debut novel, Sing Me to Sleep, is undoubtedly one of the most exciting new YA fantasies to have come out of 2023 thus far. With seamless world building, jaw dropping twists, a…
Kalynn Bayron talks her new YA slasher novel, You’re Not Supposed to Die Tonight
From fairytale retellings to killer plants, New York Times bestselling author, Kaylnn Bayron, has proved time and time again that her creativity and talent for writing knows no bounds and her nail biting new YA slasher horror, You're Not…
Ibi Zoboi on exploring her own experiences in her poignant new YA novel, Nigeria Jones
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Introspective, empowering and thought-provoking, Nigeria Jones, the newest YA release from National Book Award Finalist, Ibi Zoboi, is the coming-of-age story of Nigeria Jones, a young Black teen…
B.K. Boris discusses her breakout Lovelight rom-com series
If you're looking for a rom-com read that's the epitome of a cosy, feel-good read, look no further than B.K. Borison's Lovelight series. Set in the idyllic town of Inglewild, the Lovelight series gives you everything you could possibly want…
Ivelisse Housman on autism representation and her enchanting debut novel, Unseelie
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Starring an autistic heroine and featuring a powerful sisterly bond, a magical treasure hunt and a cast of character you can't help but adore, Unseelie, the enchanting YA debut from Ivelisse Housman,…
Jonny Garza Villa on their beautiful new YA novel, Ander & Santi Were Here
Tender and poignant, Jonny Garza Villa's newest YA novel, Ander & Santi Were Here is an unapologetically queer, Latinx love story that explores immigration and the fear that comes with alongside having an undocumented loved one, with…
Erik J. Brown on his delicious new YA rom-com, Lose You to Find Me
Funny, adorable and incredibly readable, Lose You to Find Me, the new YA novel from Erik J. Brown, is a rom-com with a twist that oozes classic 'coming-of-age movie' vibes. Starring a cast of characters you'll fall head over heels in love…
Alisha Rai on her debut YA rom-com, While You Were Dreaming
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Exploring the challenges of coming of age whilst fearing for the livelihood of undocumented loved ones, While You Were Dreaming, the debut YA novel from renowned romance author, Alisha Rai, is equal…