All about YA literature for teens with higher expectations. Find fiction and nonfiction book recommendations as well as discussions on popular culture.
“I love poetry and I love art but together they’re like ice cream in root beer: two amazing elements that create an explosion of senses when combined . . . I loved how a beautiful sketch took on a whole new meaning when you looked closer and saw that the… Read More »Word Art in “The Day Hanna Hosanna Helped Cootie Judy”
A while back, I promised to let you know whenever I discover a dazzling work of YA fiction. Lo and behold, I found one. This Christian teen fiction spotlight features a review of Something I Am Not, by Cher Gatto—a highly recommended read. Published in 2019, this isn’t a brand-new… Read More »Christian Teen Fiction Spotlight: A Review of SOMETHING I AM NOT
Does your local library or bookstore have a section dedicated to Christian fiction for teens or (at the very least) a viable number of Christian YA fiction titles mixed in with the mainstream selections? No? Neither does mine. In truth, it is very hard to find Christian books for teens.… Read More »Why is it So Hard to Find Christian Books For Teens?
Unless you just stumbled onto my website (welcome!), you probably already know that while I spend a good amount of time on my nonfiction blog, my true passion lies in writing fictional Christian books for teens. Fiction powered by faith. The most skeptical of you might wonder why we need… Read More »5 Reasons Why We Need Christian Books For Teens
Several years ago, I got the grand idea to write a novel, which morphed into the even grander idea of becoming an author. I knew I wanted to write for teens. There’s nothing like the thrill of seeing young people come into themselves and embrace who they were meant to… Read More »The Truth About Why I Write Christian YA Fiction
When you pick up a novel of any given genre, you have certain expectations of what you’ll find, right? If it’s fantasy, the characters must exhibit some type of mystical powers. For paranormal fiction, vampires, ghosts or werewolves are likely to be present. Sci-fi involves a lot of futuristic technology.… Read More »Christian Romance: The Lie Behind the First Kiss in Fiction
Have you ever picked up a book with a plot so propelling you couldn’t put it down, even at lights out? Fiction that evokes powerful emotions and made you put your life on hold because you just had to see how it ended? When was the last time a novel… Read More »Fear & Tears: Fiction That Evokes Powerful Emotions
Ever met a person who seemed too perfect? What did you think of her? She probably isn’t your best friend because nobody wants to hang out with someone who has absolutely no flaws. (Unless we’re talking about Jesus.) Nobody wants to read about characters with perfect virtue either. As an… Read More »Christian YA Fiction Spotlight: Author Jenny B. Jones