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What Makes a Book YA?
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The classification of a book as young adult (YA) is a nuanced topic with no straight answer. Books are often put in the YA category due to the age of the protagonist, but other factors like the tone and themes of the story also contribute to its classification.
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The Kid Lit Book Club is an inclusive environment with no guilt in expecting commitment or book reading, as they welcome participants with a diverse set of timelines and opinions, centered on talking about the book they've selected and the opportunity to discover what books are popular among others.
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The Kid Lit Book Club is an inclusive environment with no guilt in expecting commitment or book reading, as they welcome participants with a diverse set of timelines and opinions, centered on talking about the book they've selected and the opportunity to discover what books are popular among others.
ChapterWhat Makes a Book YA?
Episode#290: Gretchen Rubin — Experiments in Happiness and Creativity
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The question of what makes a book YA (young adult) is a common topic that nobody seems to have a good answer for.
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The question of what makes a book YA (young adult) is a common topic that nobody seems to have a good answer for. Sometimes it's just a feel, but often books are placed in the YA category simply because the protagonist is a teenager, even if the book itself is not written specifically for that audience.