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Something I felt very strongly about when reading this chapter was the balance of work and literature. Cart mentions how no one is reading for fun anymore and how we regard reading as a “task“ that no one is doing as deeply as we should, often blaming the Internet. I blame modern work culture for this, bringing the economy directly into our literary lives. Everything is so focused around WORK now, and a shift away would help bring reading back.

In chapter one I really liked how Cart highlights the parallels in early YAL book with its society. He mentions the hegemonic traits that get reinforced through fictional books and even in seventeen magazines which were targeted for young girls. I found this intriguing because these early forms of YAL were influential. Youth (whether they realized it or not) were learning how to operate in their society through the usage of YAL.

I've never given much thought to what YA literature was in the past, but Cart's chapter on the supposed 'invention' of YAL is as insightful as it is (slightly) unnerving. The basis of YAL seems to be manipulation: teenagers were gifted media that excited them while also exploiting their interests. From Cart's explanation, it seems that the first YAL books were created not in the interest of writing or art, but in the interest of profit.

I found it interesting how Cart describes each “phase“ of life in young men and women, and how each group aims to find reflection in what they read. Many approaches were taken to escalate these groups' reading experiences, from educational reforms and psychological theories to publishing strategies and cultural shifts. Young adulthood was shaped by more than just research (also society, history, etc.), which was really interesting.

“'For years I have been yearning for a magazine entirely dedicated to me' (Palladino 1996, 91–92)“ (Cart 9).

Cart presents an enlightening history of YA lit, but something that stood out to me was the focus on audience, especially when defining a new genre with changing styles and ideas about life. It's important to know what THEY want or need to read so they can feel seen and understood, and this knowledge can help shape our classrooms too.

“Sometimes you make choices in life and sometimes choices make you.”
― Gayle Forman, If I Stay

What did you think of the book this month?

Who is your favorite YA character?
 
 #NovelWatchingCrew #NWC

“You just work through it. You just hang in there.”
― Gayle Forman, If I Stay

What is the best advice you have ever received or given?

Favorite YA Movie or TV Show?

 #NovelWatchingCrew #NWC

“People believe what they want to believe.”
― Gayle Forman, If I Stay

Is there anything you believe that others do not?

Favorite YA Meme.

#NovelWatchingCrew #NWC

“You can have your wishes, your plans, but at the end of the day, it's out of your control.”
― Gayle Forman, If I Stay

Which book did you choose to read this month?

Any major plans in your future?

#NovelWatchingCrew #NWC

*ANNOUNCEMENT IN COMMENTS!!!*

Here‘s my TBR for #YApril - it‘s cool that everyone has different books. My TBR is going to be growing when I add your books to it! I also want to try to read Thirteen Doorways, Wolves Behind Them All by Laura Ruby, the #YABuddyRead on 4/24, so @megnews tag me please. Anyone else have a #YApril TBR?

April starts tomorrow and I plan to read several YA books this month, so if you want to join in and share your TBR, reviews, blurbs and quotes, use the hashtag #YApril. Also, @megnews is hosting the #YABuddyRead so check that out, too. Looking forward to seeing what you are reading!

Latest library haul. I‘m puzzled by my library‘s practice of labeling anything from middle grade to young adult reading as “teen.” There‘s such a vast difference in reading appropriate for a 12 year old vs. an 18 year old. Plus, people of all ages enjoy YA books; not so much middle grade novels. Oh well. Trying to start this year off with more reading as I failed miserably at meeting my Goodreads goal last year. #librarybooks #januaryreads

“And I think everyone is special in their own way.”
― Stephen Chbosky, The Perks of Being a Wallflower

What did you think of the book you read?

What makes you special or unique?

Any New Year‘s Plans?

Do you have any New Year‘s Resolutions?

#NovelWatchingCrew #NWC

“I decided being good at something didn't mean you had to do it. Just 'cause something's easy doesn't make it right.”
― Julie Murphy, Dumplin'

Who is your favorite YA leading man?

What is something you are really good at?

Any Holiday Plans?

Favorite Holiday song. (YouTube Video)

#NovelWatchingCrew #NWC

*If you want to be tagged, please let me know!!*

“I have finished "To Kill a Mockingbird". It is now my favorite book of all time, but then again, I always think that until I read another book.”
― Stephen Chbosky, The Perks of Being a Wallflower

Who is your favorite YA character?

If you were in a YA Novel, would you be the lead or the sidekick? Why?

Favorite YA Meme.

#NovelWatchingCrew #NWC

“All the best things in my life have started with a Dolly Parton song.”
― Julie Murphy, Dumplin'

Which book did you pick to read this month?

What is your favorite YA novel?

What is your favorite Dolly Parton song?

What was your favorite book NWC read this year?

#NovelWatchingCrew #NWC

I decided to take part in Blogmas for the first time ever. Today‘s post features my favorite YA reads of 2020 to gift for the holidays. This post, along with days 1-4, is up on my blog.

https://readingstewardess.wordpress.com/2020/12/05/blogmas-day-5-favorite-ya-rea...

YA all the way!

#WGWouldYouRather #wintergames #elfies
@Addison_Reads @StayCurious @Clwojick @Bookwormjillk

We're in hour 33, I've logged 14 hrs. Hitting 24 hours is doable, but will require caffeine! ☕☕
This is also my entry for the hr 30 challenge. This is the MG/YA section of my shelves and it's only about 1/2 the MG/YA books I own... as you can see, I read a lot of books that are "too young" for me ?

Making notable progress on my physical TBR stacks! Happy happy happy 😃

#MountTBR

The young adult section or Teen Scene at my local library is so amazing! Look at this super sweet idea they had for Valentine‘s Day. ❤️ #librarygirl

Young adult!
@TheReadingMermaid #150kgiveaway

@Eyelit shared this and I thought it was hilarious.

Mine is Honor Roll, My Butt & Other Intangible Things. 🤣

What's yours?

"Chemistry, Fate, and Other Bad Ideas." What's your YA title? #ya #bookmeme

Goodreads has a blog post: 11 ways you know you're a YA reader.
I especially like the three above.

See: Goodreads.com/blog/show/1362-11-ways-you-know-you-re-a-ya-reader

Some of the MG/YA novels I read recently-loved them all

Alright Littens YA Wednesday is on hiatus right now until I get back into the swing of school... aka get my life together lol
Don‘t worry- we will be back with a splash soon!! 💜📚
#YAWednesday

Happy YA Wednesday- late, yet again 😬
I don‘t know about you but these first couple weeks of school have me losing my mind! Lol

Today‘s post is inspired by all of my boy students arguing over who was going to get their hands on the ONE graphic novel in my classroom library first! Load me up on suggestions to beef up my collection!

Create a new post with a pic/tag of a YA graphic novel. Be sure to tag me @TheFunkyBookworm and use #YAWednesday

Hello YA Wednesday! 🎉
I‘m way late due to being a teacher in the middle of back to school bliss- but I made it!

In honor of the new school year I want to know either:
A- Your fav book you read in middle/high school
B- Your child‘s fav book they have read in mid/high
C- Your fav book to read with your students

Create a new post with a tag/pic of your chosen book and be sure to tag me @TheFunkyBookworm and use #YAWednesday

Let‘s kick off another edition of YA Wednesday!! 🎉

For better or worse I‘ll be embarking on several adventures today so why not tie that into today‘s topic?!

Create a new post with a pic/tag of a YA book that fits the theme of “adventure”- so many great options for this one!
Be sure to tag me @TheFunkyBookworm and use #YAWednesday 😊

Wishing you all fab adventures today, Littens! 💜

Happy YA Wednesday Littens! 🎉🎉🎉

Today‘s topic was inspired by my excitement to see Dave Matthews Band in concert tonight! Always my favorite summer event 🎵 🎶

Create a new post featuring a YA book that has music as a theme/focus of the story. Remember to tag me @TheFunkyBookworm and use #YAWednesday 💜🎉🎶

YA Wednesday Round Up!
Thanks to all who participated 😊

Happy YA Wednesday!!!! 🎉 🎉 🎉

This week‘s genre is COMEDY!!!!
It‘s time for a mid week pick me up so share those books that have made you giggle, laugh out loud or snort obnoxiously (in a good way)! 😂😂😂

Create a new post with a tag/pic of a YA book that fits today‘s genre. Be sure to tag me @TheFunkyBookworm and use #YAWednesday

Let‘s share some laughs today 😃

Another great week of #YAWednesday in the books!! Thank you to all who participated!
I‘m trying to think of the best way to share all these recommendations with my kiddos this school year. Maybe I‘ll create a binder with sections for each genre/category and include a list of recommendations for each that they can reference? Also thinking about doing an interest survey that would allow me to make specific recommendations based on their answers 🤔

It‘s hereeeeeee- YA WEDNESDAY in the house!🎉
I just love a good ghost story, so this week‘s topic/genre is..........Paranormal YA Books! 👻

Create a new post and tag/picture a YA book that fits this week‘s genre. Be sure to tag me @TheFunkyBookworm and use #YAWednesday

Let‘s continue to spread that Litsy YA Love! 💜

GUYYYSSSSSS!!!! Just got this email from Barnes and Nobel- 20% off select YA new releases, YA series buy 2 get 3rd free AND YA paperbacks 3 for $20!!! RUN RUN RUNNNNNN to your nearest B&N! Unless you live in Tampa, walk so that I can get there first! 😂
#YAwednesday

WOOHOOO!!! Congrats to @Bkwrm7 for winning the #YAWednesday Giveaway!!! Please email your address to KatMurphy728@gmail.com so I can get your copy of Puddin‘ in the mail!

A big thank you to all who participated- thanks to you guys my TBR list just keeps on growing!

Hey Littens! 👋🏽
Just a reminder that this giveaway closes tomorrow at 12pm (est) when I draw and announce a winner!

Want to participate? Create a new post telling me what YA book on your tbr that you‘re dying to read and why! The winner will receive a copy of that book 😀

Be sure to tag me @TheFunkyBookworm and use #YAWednesday Good Luck 🍀

So, fellow YA readers...

Epic Reads shares the first five chapters via email of new YA releases. Weekly! Here is the link if you are interested

http://www.epicreads.com/first5

Also! Each email includes a link to the previous chapters so no need to save emails if you can‘t get to it that day. Friday will have the link to all chapters.

You‘re welcome! 😊

The book on my #tbr that I am itching to read is Anon Check out Anon. by Diamond McKinney.
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17662663
I am itching to read this because I watch the Sims 3 seasons of this book and I adore it! Thank you @TheFunkyBookworm for this #YAWednesday 😊

🎉💥YA Wednesday One Month Anniversary!💥🎉

What is the one YA Book on your TBR list that you are dying to get your hands on?!
Create a new post with a pic/tag of that book and tell us why you‘re itching to read it!

Each participant will be entered into a drawing to win a copy of the book they posted!! The winner will be drawn/ announced at 12pm (est) on Thurs 7/5!

Be sure to tag me @TheFunkyBookworm and use #YAWednesday! Good Luck 🍀

Giveaway, giveaway, yay! @TheFunkyBookworm #YAWednesday

Ooh, something exciting is going to happen on 4th of July!
Check out @TheFunkyBookworm ‘s profile for more info!

#YAWednesday #giveaway

@TheFunkyBookworm will be hosting a #giveaway tomorrow, July 4th, in celebration for the one month anniversary of #YAWednesday! Head to her profile for more info and to enter!

Excited and keeping my fingers crossed 🤞🏻🤞🏻

@TheFunkyBookworm is doing a #YAWednesday giveaway tomorrow! Check out her page on 7/4 to see what it‘s all about 😁

@TheFunkyBookworm is doing a giveaway tomorrow (July 4th) to celebrate 1 month of #YAWednesday Please check out her posts to see the details! 📚🎉📖🎊

Oh yeah! Another giveaway! Check out @TheFunkyBookworm for more details! #YAWednesday

@TheFunkyBookworm is the hostess of #YAWednesday and she is sponsoring a giveaway to celebrate its one month anniversary. See her page for details.