Tag Archives: YA Novels

4:55a.m.

Posted on December 14, 2025 by PB Rippey

Oh hi! About to join my last BSU seminar before Winter Break, during which I’ll be completing a portfolio assignment and a critical essay. So: Shhhhhh (directed at the mini-zoo kneading my lap, nudging my ankles, or counter surfing in … Continue reading →

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MAE RESPICIO’S: ISABEL IN BLOOM

Posted on April 17, 2024 by PB Rippey

Mae’s new book was recently released. I’m halfway through and highly recommend it. Beautiful, sincere writing offering direct connection/insight into the novel’s young heroine as she navigates a brand new life in San Francisco, CA. Mae was my workshop leader … Continue reading →

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SCBWI Los Angeles Writers Day 2018

Posted on February 21, 2018 by PB Rippey

  I’m going. Are you? Gary D. Schmidt is giving the keynote. That’s right, author of one of my favorite YA books: ‘The Wednesday Wars’. You’ve probably already read it, but here’s the SCBWI GDS Interview from 2/16/18. I especially … Continue reading →

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When Agents Call (Others)

Posted on July 19, 2012 by PB Rippey

If you’re agent hunting, you’re going to want to click on over to Beth Hull’s website for installments 1 and 2 of how she procured her literary agent. I find such stories fascinating. And Beth’s pieces are accompanied by drawings that always make … Continue reading →

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Under The Never Sky

Posted on January 3, 2012 by PB Rippey

Finally, my Amazon pre-ordered copy of Veronica Rossi’s debut novel arrived. This afternoon I heard a thump on the front porch, opened the door and found the package (it was sealed at the time, of course). The UPS man placed … Continue reading →

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