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Crowd Pleasers: 11 Performing Arts Titles Perfect for Creative Teens
In this roundup of showstopping YA titles, dance, music, theater, television, and the visual arts are the media through which teens explore identity, cultural heritage, racism, sexuality, familial obligation, and evolving friendships.
Yolk
Readers of color, particularly those with immigrant and first-generation heritages, will strongly relate to themes centering intergenerational dependence and trauma, as well as the complicated experience of navigating multiple cultures. A must-have for teen and new adult collections.
Transforming the Canon | Pondering Printz
In this month's Pondering Printz column, Lalitha Nataraj considers titles that center underrepresented voices and the inherent value of all books, whether or not they take home the award.
Forward Me Back to You
This timely, realistic story filled with lots of heart yet devoid of a pat ending is sure to capture readers’ interests and spark contemplative conversations around global issues and activism. A must-have for teen and new adult collections.
Forward Me Back to You
This timely, realistic story filled with lots of heart yet devoid of a pat ending is sure to capture readers' interests and spark contemplative conversations around global issues and activism. A must-have for teen and new adult collections.-Lalitha Nataraj, Escondido Public Library, CA
You Bring the Distant Near
This stunning book about immigration and cultural assimilation is a must-purchase for teen and new adult collections.
One Good Thing About America
Highly recommended for libraries seeking timely stories about the immigrant experience.
Poison's Kiss
The novel is moderately entertaining, but those seeking tighter pacing and more authentic storytelling based on Indian mythology should try Roshani Chokshi'sThe Star-Touched Queen.
Boy in Tights
A suitable addition to collections needing more light mysteries that will resonate with a wide range of readers.
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