Read Clean YA with CJ

Read Clean YA with CJ

Read Clean YA with CJ is the podcast for teen and young adult readers who want to explore exciting worlds, deep themes, and epic stories -- without the objectionable content. Hosted by award-winning young adult author CJ Milacci

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April 30, 2025 29 mins
Welcome to another episode of Read Clean YA with CJ, where we explore clean, engaging books for teens and young adults. Today, we're diving into a conversation with Katherine Briggs about her latest fantasy novel and the power of speculative fiction. Find the full show notes at readcleanya.com.
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Welcome to another episode of Read Clean YA with CJ, where we explore clean, engaging books for teens and young adults. Today, we're diving into a conversation with L.E. Richmond about her latest dystopian novel.
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Join Read Clean YA with C.J. for this exciting conversation about wrapping up a series and connecting with readers through Kickstarter. Host C.J. Milacci and guest E.A. Hendryx share their experiences as they both prepare to launch their series’ final installments.
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Welcome to another episode of Read Clean YA with CJ, where we explore clean, engaging books for teens and young adults. Today, we're diving into a fascinating conversation with Chuck Black, former F-16 fighter pilot and author of over 22 novels.
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Welcome to another episode of Read Clean YA with C.J. Milacci, where we explore exciting worlds and epic stories suitable for teens and young adults. Today, we're diving into a fascinating conversation with Tricia Goyer, USA Today bestselling author of more than 85 books.
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Welcome to another episode of Read Clean YA with C.J. Milacci, where we dive into clean, thought-provoking books for teens and young adults. In this episode, I had the privilege of chatting with debut author Angie Dickinson about her upcoming YA fantasy novel, Truth Cursed. More than just a thrilling tale of spies and secrets, Truth Cursed explores the transformative power of truth, the weight of responsibility, and the journey to...
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Welcome to another episode of Read Clean YA with C.J., featuring middle-grade author C.P. Landry, creator of the Cajun Kids Adventure series. Find the full episode show notes at ReadCleanYA.com
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Welcome to another episode of Read Clean YA with C.J. Milacci, featuring middle-grade author Millie Florence discussing her upcoming fantasy novel, Beyond Mulberry Glen. A captivating tale filled with heartwarming characters and an undertone of hope for readers of all ages. Find the full episode show notes on ReadCleanYA.com
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Welcome to another episode of Read Clean YA with C.J., featuring debut author Abigail O'Bryan discussing her dark YA reimagining of Beauty and the Beast, Iron Rose. No Kiss Can Break This Curse. There is no future for Lydia Brightwood.The Crimson Lord, a tyrant bent on destroying Lydia's country, made sure of that. Her only hope of a different life is to find the one person who could unite her country: a royal heir. There's just o...
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Welcome to a special episode recap of Read Clean YA with C.J., where host C.J. Milacci faced off against her niece Lily in an epic trivia challenge about the Talionis series, moderated by Ani. If you're a fan of fast-paced, clean adventures with deep themes, or just love a good trivia showdown, this episode is one for the books. During the Q&A portion at the end, CJ shares insights into her writing process as well. You can find ...
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Welcome to another episode of Read Clean YA with CJ! Today, we’re exploring the heartwarming world of middle-grade author Becca Wierwille and her Road Trip Rescue series. A heartwarming adventure for kids ages 8-12 with a missing dog, a determined girl, a pink-haired aunt, and themes of faith and friendship. Find the full episode show notes at ReadCleanYA.com Links to Things Discussed in this Episode Road Trip Rescue: https://be...
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Welcome to another episode of Read Clean YA with C.J.! Today, we’re exploring the fantastical world of The Tunockian Chronicles with author Rayleigh Setser, who writes as RJ Setser with her husband Joshua. Three kingdoms. Two Wars. And one queen who is desperate to save them all. Find the full episode show notes on ReadCleanYA.com Links to Things Discussed in this Episode A Queen is Knighted: https://rjsetser.com/product/autograp...
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Welcome to another exciting episode of Read Clean YA with C.J.! Today, we're exploring the fantastical world of The Orb and the Airship with author Jenelle Schmidt, whose love for storytelling began with her father's nightly reading sessions.

A rogue airship captain.
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Welcome to the Read Clean YA with C.J. podcast! In this episode, we dive into an enlightening interview with S.D. Smith, author of the million-plus selling Green Ember series and co-author of Jack Zulu and The Waylander’s Key. 

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Links to Things Discussed in this Episode


The Nightmare Virus (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3zwJDoZ 

Nadine’s Instagram: @Nadinebrandes

Nadine Brandes’s Website: https://nadinebrandes.com


CJ’s Upcoming Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cjmilacci/enemy-of-talionis-a-young-adult-sci-fi-dystopian-novel 

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Episode Show Notes Can be Found Here: https://cjmilacci.com/read-clean-ya-with-cj-podcast/ 


Links to Things Discussed in this Episode


Protector (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4ez7F2N 

Purchase Protector from White Crown Publishing  

Purchase a Signed Copy of Protector 

Megan Schaulis’s Website: https://meganschaulis.com  

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Episode Show Notes Can be Found Here: https://cjmilacci.com/read-clean-ya-with-cj-podcast/ 


Links to Things Discussed in this Episode


Wolf Soldier (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3RIQKkL 

Bear Knight (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3RkDClj

Lion Warrior (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4cbrCuD 

The Lightraiders Website: https://lightraiders.com 

James R. Hannibal’s Website: https://jamesrhannibal.c...

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Episode Show Notes:

Introduction

In this episode of the Read Clean YA podcast, host CJ Milacci interviews young adult author Lyndsey Lewellen about her debut dystopian novel, The Chaos Grid. Set in a futuristic Texas wasteland filled with monsters and storms, the story follows a girl who joins a crew of truckers to avoid becoming the savior of the dome city that murdered her pa...

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Episode Show Notes Can be Found Here: https://cjmilacci.com/read-clean-ya-with-cj-podcast/ 

Links to Things Discussed in this Episode

Blood of the Stars (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3Jj74E4 

Karyne Norton’s Website: https://www.karynenorton.com

Finding Fantasy Reads Podcast: https://www.findingfantasyreads.com

Exploring Themes of Choice and Consequences in Karyne Norton's Epic Fantasy Debut "Blood of the Stars"

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Episode Show Notes Can be Found Here: https://cjmilacci.com/read-clean-ya-with-cj-podcast/ 


Links to Things Discussed in this Episode


Blood of the Stars (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3Jj74E4 

Karyne Norton’s Website: https://www.karynenorton.com

Finding Fantasy Reads Podcast: https://www.findingfantasyreads.com




Exploring Themes of Choice and Consequences in Karyne Norton's Epic Fantasy De...

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