Underground Bookshelf

"The Nightmare" by Arushi Kashyap is a spooky tale of a dream gone wrong. It is told in eight parts, with each part whisking the reader into a new dreamscape. This is Chapter One.

The series centering poverty and homelessness continues with books for young adult readers! There have been some cruel statements made in the American media and actions taken by the U.S. government that target unhoused individuals in recent months. In response to those words and actions, we're sharing resources for folks in need of food, shelter, or other supplies, ways young adult readers can support people experiencing poverty, homelessness, and food insecurity, and books you can read that discuss these topics either in fictional or nonfictional contexts.

"The Ticket Master," by Yvonne Aore, blends speculative horror with emotional realism, set in a metaphysical train station where passengers must confront guilt, grief, and the choice between life and death. It explores themes of redemption, spiritual liminality, and the weight of memory.

 We're back and continuing our series on books that put experiences with homelessness, hunger, and poverty front and center. Reading is an important way for young people to learn about other people's experiences and to process their own, so if you're looking for books on this subject matter, scroll down to view the list. You can also check out the resources directly below for support for yourself or others or to find ways for you and your family to take action locally.

"The Requiem of Roses" by Sanchita Sahu tells the story of a village erased from every map, in which four children break the oldest rule to never follow the music. They find a song written in blood, a pact with the dead, and a haunting that never lets go. "The Requiem of Roses" is one of three winners for the October writing contest.

Cultures across the world are filled with myths, legends, and tales told over the ages. Sometimes, they're stories meant to teach a lesson or deliver valuable information to the next generation. Other times, they carry religious significance or historical elements. For this challenge, you can retell a myth or legend, tell a story inspired by one, or reference a myth or legend in the writing of your work.

Thank you so much to everyone who submitted their work to the October Writing Contest. The theme was HORROR, THRILLER, SUPERNATURAL, PARANORMAL, or SPOOKY.

 We're back and continuing our series on books that put experiences with homelessness, hunger, and poverty front and center. Reading is an important way for young people to learn about other people's experiences and to process their own, so if you're looking for books on this subject matter, scroll down to view the list. You can also check out the resources directly below for support for yourself or others or to find ways for you and your family to take action locally.

 We're back and continuing our series on books that put experiences with homelessness, hunger, and poverty front and center. Reading is an important way for young people to learn about other people's experiences and to process their own, so if you're looking for books on this subject matter, scroll down to view the list. You can also check out the resources directly below for support for yourself or others or to find ways for you and your family to take action locally.

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