Jessica and I talk about our fascination Young Adult Fiction, from Margaret Mahy’s superior book “The Changeover”, Richard Kadrey’s incredible foray into YA with “Dead Set”, all the way down to series like “Twilight” and “The Mortal Instruments.” Listen and discover how VC Andrews shaped our burgeoning sexuality, and how neither of us would likely be here if it weren’t for Meatloaf.
Episode 27 – Young Adult Fiction!
Jessica and I talk about our fascination Young Adult Fiction, from Margaret Mahy’s superior book “The Changeover”, Richard Kadrey’s incredible foray into YA with “Dead Set”, all the way down to series like “Twilight” and “The Mortal Instruments.” Listen and discover how VC Andrews shaped our burgeoning sexuality, and how neither of us would likely be here if it weren’t for Meatloaf.
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Beth
Beau grew up in South Carolina but now calls Portland home. She can get by pretty much anywhere as long as she has her books, iPhone and Netflix.
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