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There are a lot of great Young Adult fiction resources on the Internet; this list includes just a few of the best websites and blogs out there. These resources will assist anyone – from teachers to writers to teen readers themselves – looking to broaden their understanding of this phenomenally successful genre and any number of the compelling books it encompasses.
Young Adult Fiction Websites
The following websites are highly recommended for their scope and the quality of their articles. YA fiction writers conducting research into the genre will benefit from visiting these sites on a regular basis, as will teachers and students.
The School Library Journal's website – A great resource that includes reviews, blog links, and articles on a wide variety of topics related to YA and children's fiction.
YA Reads – Another great resource for those interested in the teen fiction genre. Includes a forum, author interviews, book reviews, and a YA fiction news section.
The University of Manitoba's Canadian Literature Archive (Young Adult Fiction) – A long list of Canadian YA authors, with links to their websites.
Fiction Press's Young Adult Fiction section – Fictionpress.com is a website where anyone can upload their short stories for others to read and discuss. Their YA section has thousands of entries, and is an intriguing indicator of the themes that are currenly engaging teenage (and possibly adult) fans of the genre.
Teen Ink – The online version of the print magazine. This website features original fiction and non-fiction, as well as book revews and opinion pieces, all written by teens.
Young Adult Fiction Blogs
The following YA fiction blogs offer a wealth of information and insightful commentary. Some target teen fiction writers or teachers, while others are of general interest.
Teen Writers Bloc – The blog of the New School's MFA program in children's writing. Includes author interviews, reviews, discussions, and more.
Teen Fiction Cafe – A blog about YA fiction and related topics written by a number of popular teen authors, including Alyson Noel and Kay Cassidy.
Goddess Librarian – While this is primarily a book review blog by a certified teen fiction expert, it also includes recommended reading lists and author information, among other things.
Reading Rants! Out of the Ordinary Teen Booklists! – The title says it all. A highly recommended resource for information on YA fiction.
Looking for more informative blogs on YA fiction? Keep in mind that many contemporary YA authors have their own blogs or livejournals which often offer information on not only their books, but also the writing process, recommended reads, and more.
The websites listed above are recommended for writers, students, and teachers of YA literature, and for anyone with a general interest in the subject. You can recommend additional blogs or websites by posting them in the comments section below, along with a short description.
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