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Young Adult Book Blog by Once Upon a Book Club

A weathered wooden sign with the word “ADVENTURE” in bold blue letters points right along a desert highway under a bright blue sky.
Why YA Fantasy Is Perfect for End-of-Summer Adventures
by Teri Coan
The word “SUMMER” is written in the sand as turquoise waves lap at the shore beneath a bright blue sky and fluffy clouds.
10 Beach Reads to Enjoy Before Summer Ends
by Sydney Stevic
Open book on a striped beach towel beside a straw hat, sunglasses, starfish, and pink flip-flops on a sandy beach.
Why Young Adult Books Are Perfect for Summer Adventures
by Teri Coan
A young woman wearing a straw hat and pink off-shoulder top sits on a rocky beach, reading a book while facing the calm blue sea.
How to Document Your Summer Reading Journey for Young Adults
by Sydney Stevic
A young woman with long blonde hair smiles while reading a blue hardcover book outdoors, wearing a pink sweater.
10 Ways to Foster a Love for Reading in Young Adults
by Teri Coan
A small spiral notebook in the sand displays the handwritten message “SPRING BREAK!! is here!” with a blurred beach in the background.
Top 10 Young Adult Books to Read During Spring Break
by Sydney Stevic
A young woman poses confidently with a smile, flexing her bicep in a classic "We Can Do It" style pose, symbolizing strength.
Top 10 Young Adult Books Featuring Strong Female Leads
by Sydney Stevic
A group of teenage girls engaged in a book discussion, holding open books with sticky notes, in a cozy indoor setting.
How to Encourage Young Adults to Read More in 2025
by Teri Coan
A stack of old, weathered books with green covers on a rustic wooden table in a cozy, antique-filled room
Young Adult ·
DIY Keepsake Book Box: How to Make One for Young Adults
by Teri Coan
How to Start Your Own Book Blog/Vlog: Tips for Young Adults
Young Adult ·
How to Start Your Own Book Blog/Vlog: Tips for Young Adults
by Sydney Stevic
Rebels with a Cause: Young Adult Books Featuring Unlikely Heroes
Young Adult ·
Rebels with a Cause: Young Adult Books Featuring Unlikely Heroes
by Sydney Stevic
An open book with glowing, magical light and stars emanating from its pages against a dark background.
Young Adult ·
Stars and Sorcery: Navigating Love in Fantasy Worlds
by Teri Coan
How to Connect with Teen Readers With YA Novels
Young Adult ·
How to Connect with Teen Readers With YA Novels
by Sydney Suliot
Reaching YA Readers Where They Are: Online
Young Adult ·
Reaching YA Readers Where They Are: Online
by Teri Coan
Are YA books just junk food for adults or do they have just as much merit?
Young Adult ·
Are YA books just junk food for adults or do they have just as much merit?
by Sydney Suliot
BookTok, Teen Readers, and the Rise of TikTok Literacies
Young Adult ·
BookTok, Teen Readers, and the Rise of TikTok Literacies
by Teri Coan
Author Spotlight: Sabaa Tahir
Young Adult ·
Author Spotlight: Sabaa Tahir
by Sydney Suliot
Confident young woman flexing her arm muscles, wearing yellow headphones and a mustard top, against a vibrant yellow wall
Young Adult ·
Empowering Teen Voices: Books That Inspire and Uplift Teens
by Teri Coan
YA Fantasy Worlds: Magic, Adventure, and Imagination
Young Adult ·
YA Fantasy Worlds: Magic, Adventure, and Imagination
by Teri Coan
Confident woman flexing muscles, wearing a cap and making a funny face.
Young Adult ·
Strong Female Protagonists in Young Adult Literature
by Sydney Suliot
Woman holding a mirror reflecting her face in a grassy field.
Young Adult ·
Self-Discovery Through Literature: Books That Challenge and Inspire
by Sydney Suliot