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My reasons for blogging about YA Lit are not just to be a walking encyclopedia of YAL knowledge. They are rather, more selfish. I simply love, love, love YAL. And I hate, hate, hate to hear anyone say that the writing is sub par to literature written for adults. I admire the talent, guts and ideals of so many YAL authors. Perhaps one of the things that impresses me most about YAL is the broad range of sub genres, topics, characters, environments, and plots. Every time I crack the brand, spanking new spine of a YAL book I get excited about the possibilities that are in store for me.
I willingly agree that there are many books out there that make you want to roll your eyes and use the pages for a donkey piñata. However, you must agree with me that these undesirables can be found in any genre—adult, young adult and children. The good, bad, and ugly can be found anywhere, anytime. What is most important about young adult literature is that it appeals to a broad range of readers no matter the age, sex or education level.
Also it is not my intent to deliver a “review” of the YA novels I read. The blog will serve as more of a way for me to digest, dissect, and muse about the questions, complaints, compliments, and ponderings that I have about the current reading selection. My tirades (good or bad) could contain spoilers, but I will do my best to not reveal too many important parts of the plot.
