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.

The Lies We Tell by Himanjali Sankar

A poignant and beautifully crafted novel for young adults, The Lies We Tell by Himanjali Sankar combines romance, suspense, a love triangle, intrigue and angst.   

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How I Got My Belly Button by Anju Kish fills the lacuna in age-appropriate books on sex education for children

Today, more than ever before there is a need for the right kind of sex education for children. With all kinds of information available at the click of a mouse, parents need to ensure that kids have access to correct, age-appropriate facts.

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Queen of Ice by Devika Rangachari

Queen of Ice is the moving story of Didda, a lame princess, who against numerous odds, goes on to become the powerful queen of prosperous Kashmira during the early medieval time of Indian history.

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When Morning Comes by Arushi Raina: Duckbill brings a potent saga of youth caught in turmoil, as a part of the “Not Our War” series

Literature makes us more human as we learn about each other and the common threads that bind all of humanity. “When Morning Comes” by Arushi Raina adds to this powerful repertoire with a story that shows amongst other things, the resilience of youth.

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