Wondering why I don't post many new reviews? Yes, they are few and far between these days. The truth is, due to the dark and disturbing nature of many YA novels, I cannot review them at the pace I once did because of their collective effect on my spiritual health. This doesn't mean that there aren't great YA books worth reading, though, so I hope you will explore my website to find a few treasures for your teens.
If you would like a specific book reviewed, please contact me through my "Cheri's Corner" page. If you would like to help me in this venture, which earns me no rewards other than the satisfaction of exposing this industry for what it really is and helping teens find truly good YA books, please visit the "How You Can Help" page.
If you would like a specific book reviewed, please contact me through my "Cheri's Corner" page. If you would like to help me in this venture, which earns me no rewards other than the satisfaction of exposing this industry for what it really is and helping teens find truly good YA books, please visit the "How You Can Help" page.
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What's In It?: The Concerned Parent's Guide to Young Adult Literature is a unique resource of more than 250 reviews (and counting!) for anyone concerned about the entertainment being marketed to our teens today. If you find it helpful or if you have suggestions for ways to improve the guide, please take a moment to send me your comments.
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Why two review formats?As of June 2015, my review format has changed to an essay style. Though the new format will lack the precise detail of the old one, it helps streamline the review process significantly.
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