We Are YA

We Are YA

You've heard from young adult authors on social, now hear what they really have to say! Join Penguin Teen staffers for conversations with the diverse authors who make up the modern YA community on We Are YA, presented by Penguin Teen.

Episodes

November 4, 2022 • 81 mins
Join guests Jonetta Kaiser and Kieron Moore, along with author Richelle Mead for a full recap of Vampire Academy season 1. From beloved couples to shocking deaths and laugh out loud moments, we chat about what could be next for your favorite characters.
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The heart-pounding finale of Vampire Academy season 1 is here! We're going indepth with Richelle Mead on all the big moments, the most shocking twists, and who makes it to the end alive.
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This week, Daniela Nieves and AndrƩ Dae Kim join us to talk all about their character's star crossed love, fighting with *literal* fire, and just how extreme those costumes were!
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This week on the Vampire Academy Recap podcast, show creators Julie Plec and Marguerite MacIntyre chat with Richelle Mead for the first time. We break down the shocking moments of The Trials, including controversial alliances, romantic stumbles, and we ask your fan questions!
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This week on the recap of Peacock’s Vampire Academy, some relationships thrive...while other struggle to survive! Rose, Lissa, Dimitri, and Adrian go looking for answers, while Victor and Sonya face political challenges.
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This week on Peacock's Vampire Academy, the Royal tour proves to be as dangerous as expected, and Rose and Dimitri get MUCH CLOSER! Join us on the podcast recap with our very special guests Sisi Stringer, Kieron Moore, and Richelle Mead.
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Near Guard, Far Guard took us on a journey, with swoony romantic moments followed by tragic betrayals with devastating consequences. Join Richelle Mead and Penguin Teen as we dry our tears and talk about the latest episode of Peacock's Vampire Academy book
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The first four episodes of Peacock’s Vampire Academy series have officially released, and we have SO much to talk about! Join Penguin Teen and author Richelle Mead as we dive into the characters, the locations, the twists and turns - we’re going to cover it all.
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This week, we're looking back at the final three books in the Vampire Academy series,Ā Blood Promise,Ā Spirit BoundĀ andĀ Last SacrificeĀ and digging into all the revelations, stunning betrayals, and big series moments (SPOILERS!). We’ll also dive into just how dedicated Vampire Academy fans are and hear from some of you about YOUR experiences in the Vampire Academy family.
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Join Vampire Academy author Richelle Mead and Team Penguin Teen for Episode 1 of a new limited season! We're going back to the start with a reread of Vampire Academy, Frostbite and Shadow Kiss and deep dive into favorite moments, characters and epic scenes. And we’re asking Richelle Mead ALL the must-know questions that readers are dying (undying?) to know!
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January 27, 2021 • 40 mins
Step into the Graceling Realm! Join YA icon Kristin Cashore for an in depth conversation about her writing and her new book: Winterkeep!
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November 24, 2020 • 36 mins
*SPOILERS!* Sabaa Tahir's iconic An Ember in the Ashes series is coming to an end and she's sharing her favorite scenes, character deep dives, and most heartbreaking moments with We Are YA. *SERIOUSLY, SO MANY SPOILERS!*
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November 23, 2020 • 58 mins
Join Penguin Teen staffer Felicity for a conversation with YA legend Sabaa Tahir as her An Ember in the Ashes series comes to an epic finale in A Sky Beyond the Storm!
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October 30, 2020 • 19 mins
Happy Halloween from Penguin Teen! šŸš Join authorsĀ Kate Alice Marshall,Ā Lora Beth Johnson,Ā Emily Wibberley & Austin Siegemund-Broka forĀ a terrifying original short story and keep listening after the story to hear their inspiration for The Cabin.
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October 29, 2020 • 21 mins
Happy Halloween from Penguin Teen! ☠ Join authors Natalie Mae, Katie Alender & Krystal Sutherland for a terrifying original short story and keep listening after the story to hear their inspiration for The Jar.
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October 28, 2020 • 15 mins
Happy Halloween from Penguin Teen! šŸŒ²šŸ’€šŸŒ² Join authors Ally Condie, Isabel Sterling & Sasha Laurens for a terrifying original short story and keep listening after the story to hear their inspiration for The Woods.
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October 27, 2020 • 17 mins
Happy Halloween from Penguin Teen! šŸ Join authors Melissa de laĀ Cruz, Kat Ellis & Nina LaCour for a terrifying original short story and keep listening after the story to hear their inspiration for The Snake.
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October 26, 2020 • 24 mins
Happy Halloween from Penguin Teen! šŸŽƒ Join authors David Arnold, Patrice Caldwell & Astrid Scholte for terrifying original short story and keep listening after the story to hear their inspiration.
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October 9, 2020 • 26 mins
Join Penguin Teen staffer James for a conversation with YA booktoker, Jaysen, from ezeekat!
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October 8, 2020 • 21 mins
Join Penguin Teen staffer Felicity for a conversation with YA legend Ally Condie on the 10th anniversary of her iconic MATCHED series.
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