Features and reviews of books that have special interest for young adults. The 12-18 age group is challenging and difficult to please. Inhabiting the “YA” world is exciting in itself- it is a world where media consumption is not restricted to books alone. We are looking at young people who are more aware and attuned to the dynamics of the changing world than ever before. This section presents book reviews as well as general interest stories related to YA literature.

No Nonsense Nandhini by Aparna Karthikeyan

No Nonsense Nandhini is an inspiring story of resilience. Nandhini, a remarkable young widow with two children takes up the mantle of growing and caring for her fragrant sampangi flower and vegetable farm despite the many adversities that come her way.

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Kamala Harris: Welcoming a brave new world?

These books on Kamala Harris are written especially for young readers. Take the inspirational journey through her backstory and the nuances of what it took for the daughter of immigrants, to make it to this seat of power.

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White Bird by R.J. Palacio, a beautifully hopeful story!

“Those were dark times, yes….but what stayed with me the most is not the darkness but the light. That is what I have held on to all these years and that is the story I want to share with you now”.

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