Category Archives: young adult

Monday Book Review: The King’s Prey by Susan Peek

Posted on July 31, 2017 by AJ Cattapan

We don’t talk enough about mental illness. We stigmatize it and then want to sweep any discussion of it under the rug. So it’s little surprise that I didn’t even know there was a patron saint of the mentally ill … Continue reading →

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Monday Book Review: St. Magnus, the Last Viking by Susan Peek

Posted on May 29, 2017 by AJ Cattapan

Susan Peek is known for writing historical novels based on the lives of lesser-known saints–and boy, does she bring these characters to life! This is my first novel by Susan Peek, and I look forward to reading more. Title: St. … Continue reading →

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My latest giveaways!

Posted on March 8, 2017 by AJ Cattapan

I have several giveaways going on right now, and I wanted to make sure everyone knew about them. First, I’m super excited to announce my very first Instafreebie giveaway. For the next few weeks, I’m giving away preview copies with … Continue reading →

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Monday Book Review: Winter by Marissa Meyer

Posted on March 6, 2017 by AJ Cattapan

I started this book during winter break and didn’t finish for nearly two months. To be fair, I’m working full-time and going to school, and the book is over 800 pages long! Title: Winter Author: Marissa Meyer Genre: science-fiction Age … Continue reading →

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Monday Book Review: Erin’s Ring by Laura H. Pearl

Posted on February 6, 2017 by AJ Cattapan

Another YA book I was able to read over winter break (and have finally gotten around to writing the review!) Title: Erin’s Ring Author: Laura H. Pearl Genre: Historical fiction Age group: YA Summary (from back cover): “When thirteen-year-old Molly … Continue reading →

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Books That Feature Catholic Schools

Posted on January 31, 2017 by AJ Cattapan

In honor of Catholic Schools Week, I thought I’d put together a list of novels that feature students in Catholic schools. Sadly, I was having trouble coming up with much of a list on my own, so I took to … Continue reading →

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Monday Book Review: Six Dates to Disaster by Cynthia Toney

Posted on January 2, 2017 by AJ Cattapan

One of the best parts about winter break is having time to read something other than books for my doctorate program! I’m trying to get through several books this week, so hopefully, I’ll have several more Monday book reviews for … Continue reading →

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Christmas Shopping Time!

Posted on December 8, 2016 by AJ Cattapan

Still doing some Christmas shopping? Yeah, me too! In fact, I have lots left to do! If you’re looking for a gift idea, why not give someone an autographed book? If you live in the Chicago area, you can come … Continue reading →

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New Book Trailer to Mark Five-Year Anniversary!

Posted on November 30, 2016 by AJ Cattapan

Five years ago tonight, I finished the rough draft of Angelhood. I considered it a “practice novel,” something that would never be published (let alone win three awards). It was simply writing practice as a NaNo project for 2011. To … Continue reading →

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Come to our Christmas Book Party!

Posted on November 13, 2016 by AJ Cattapan

On Wednesday night, nine young adult authors from the Catholic Writers Guild will be teaming up to give one whopper of an early Christmas party on Facebook! (We know, we know, it’s too early for Christmas, but we thought we’d … Continue reading →

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