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Book Notes & Giveaway: Catholic teen fiction can turn the tide of young adults leaving the faith
Theresa Linden’s fiction centers on teens and spirituality. Enter to win a copy of her upcoming release, “Standing Strong.”
Browsing: books for teens
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Book Notes: "Cinder Allia," a different kind of fairy tale
Move over, Katniss Everdeen: there’s a new leading lady in town. Barb Szyszkiewicz reviews Karen Ullo’s new novel, “Cinder Allia.”
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Why I Felt Called to Write a Catholic Dystopia Series
Catholic writer Theresa Linden explains how she looked to the past and the future as she wrote the dystopian “Chasing Liberty” series for teen and adult readers.
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If Catholic Adventure Has a Name, It Must Be McCracken
The title character in Mark Adderley’s series for teens has been described as “Indiana Jones with a Rosary.” Engineer, adventurer, big-game hunter, defeater of nefarious villains . . . and of course husband and father.
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Catholic Teen Books: Help for Catholic Homeschoolers
Christine Johnson recommends Catholic Teen Books, a new website that helps teens, parents and teachers select quality contemporary reading material.
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"I Thirst": An Author's Literary Journey
Author Gina Marinello-Sweeney shares some experiences from her writing journey that led to her YA novel, “I Thirst.”
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Saving Faith: New Book in the Faith & Kung Fu Series for Teens by T.M. Gaouette
Author T.M. Gaouette shares a peek into the second book in her Faith & Kung Fu series for Catholic teens, “Saving Faith.”
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Book Notes: Leslea Wahl Shares Inspiration Behind Novels for Teens
Leslea Wahl never planned on writing books. Find out how she became an author of Catholic novels for teens.
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Book Notes: Excerpt from "Agnes' Gift"
One challenge in working with youth and young adults is seeking new ways to invite young people to enter more deeply into a life of faith or perhaps to take a fresh look at Christianity. That is why Kristelle Agnelli wrote “Agnes’ Gift,” a novel for young-adult readers.
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Book Notes: The Perfect Blindside
Barb Szyszkiewicz, OFS reviews Leslea Wahl’s novel for teens, “The Perfect Blindside,” featuring an unlikely couple who team up to solve a mystery and find something more.
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Book Notes and Author Interview with Theresa Linden
Theresa Linden’s novel “Life-Changing Love” releases today from Silver Fire Publishing! Barb Szyszkiewicz, OFS interviewed the author on the subject of courtship as a dating alternative, a central theme in the novel.
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Book Notes: Roland West, Loner by Theresa Linden
Barb Szyszkiewicz, OFS reviews a novel that’s a perfect gift for the teen boys in your life: Roland West, Loner. This novel packs plenty of mystery and suspense, along with a healthy dose of the Communion of Saints.
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New Teen Adventure Novel Emphasizes Confidence and Hope in Life’s Journey
The characters in the book Be: The Journey of Rol rely on virtues, such as persistence and courage, instead of magic, to help them overcome obstacles along the way. Learn more about Ric Colegrove’s new novel for preteens and teens.