Today, Alyssa Colman unpacks the inspiration behind Where Only Storms Grow—a sweeping Dust Bowl tale of grit, family, and finding strength in unexpected places.
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This imaginative novel will appeal to young readers, ages 7-12, with an affinity for clever animals and world cultures.
Crenshaw, by Katherine Applegate, tells a story of how family and friends can have such a great impact on your life.
Some of the most powerful YA books being written today are what I call “resilience literature:” stories about tough issues that teens deal with every day.