Something incredible happens when a story is told in verse. Poetry carries its emotional heart to the front and center, telling a tale with fewer words than most authors can manage. When combined with narratives about a woman’s experience, this emotional heart becomes a one-two punch of raw emotion and exquisite storytelling. These YA verse […]
One of my favorite new writers is Amanda Lovelace, whose stunning debut book of poetry—yes, poetry!—the princess saves herself in this one, is a must read for any self-respecting teen (or adult!) who believes heartily in girl power, because it’s all about slaying dragons and demons, both external and internal. If you haven’t read it […]
