Book List: YA Books set in Hollywood

Last week, I talked about Hollywood books for Adults, so this week I'm talking about YA books. 

I love YA books set in Hollywood. It's one of my favorite buzz words.

Book List:

Secrets of My Hollywood Life by Jen Calonita

This is What Happy Looks Like by Jennifer E Smith

Behind the Scenes by Dahlia Adler

Love Scene, Take Two by Alex Evansley

Something Real by Heather Demetrios

Not in the Script by Amy Finnegan

Books Not Pictured:

Fame, Fate, and the First Kiss by Kasie West

Lost in Hollywood by Cindy Callaghan (Middle Grade)

Everything Leads to You by Nina LaCour

Famous in Love by Rebecca Serle

Teen Idol by Meg Cabot

The Daughters by Joanna Philbin

Now a Major Motion Picture by Cory McCarthy 

Spoiled by Heather Cocks and Jessica Morgan

Off the Record by Camryn Garrett 

Geekerella by Ashely Poston

Book Lists: Hollywood

I recently finished While We Were Dating and I loved it. I'm a sucker for Hollywood books. So I thought I would make a booklist.

Pictured:

While We Were Dating by Jasmine Guillory

Something to Talk About by Meryl Wilsner 

Waiting for Tom Hanks by Kerry Winfrey

Would Like to Meet by Rachel Winters

Twice in a Blue Moon by Christina Lauren

Spoiler Alert by Olivia Dade

Not Pictured:

Recipe for Persuasion by Sonali Dev

Upcoming:

Love Scene by Bridget Morrisey

I Kissed a Girl by Jennet Alexander

Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun

If the Shoe Fits by Julie Murphy

Hollywood Ending by Tash Skilton

Review: Something to Talk About

When Hollywood writer Jo takes her assistant to an awards show, the pair's photograph sparks dating rumors.

At first Emma things the rumors are annoying but that they won't last.  Paparazzi find her house, she's getting calls from reporters, and her family isn't quite sure what to believe. But the rumors persist and everything starts to change.

Emma's never thought about her boss before in that way, but once the rumors start, it's hard not to look at Jo differently. The two of them are becoming closer - something in between co-workers and friends.

With Emma's time working for Jo coming to a close, would it be a good time to start a romance?

My Thoughts: I've been longing to read this since I first heard about it. I was under the impression that this was a fake dating story - it's not. But it is a Slow Burn Hollywood Romance. And it was really really good. I love Hollywood stories - this one was a little bit different in the fact that neither of the main characters was an actress. I loved reading about the other side to Hollywood. I loved the idea that Jo came up with to help women in the field, I really want to read/know more about that project. I didn't want this book to end - and I hope for more stories set in this world so we can see some favorite characters again! This is Meryl Wilsner's debut novel - and I'm eagerly looking forward to her next book.

Cover Thoughts: Charming
Source: My library.
Library Recommendation: A must have for public libraries and their romance collection. 

Review: Fame, Fate, and the First Kiss

Lacey can't believe her dream's come true. She's acting in a Hollywood movie with a superstar. So what if said superstar is acting in this movie to heal his reputation after a scathing review. She's excited to gain experience.

But when things keep happening on set, it's starting to look like someone's out to get her. On top of that, she's having trouble showing chemistry with her co-star. Plus because she's under 18, she has to follow all these rules. And her father is making sure she follows each one of them - including her homework packets.

When she fails to produce her packets in a timely manner, her father hires her a tutor. Donavan couldn't be less interested in her or shot at the big time. He simply wants to get their time together over with. The more time they spend together, the more Lacey begins to rely on him.

My Thoughts: This is my kind of zombie book! I liked the zombies in the movie. I enjoyed reading snippets of the screenplay in between the story. I really loved the relationship between Donavan and Lacey - they had great banter (and chemistry). I liked how Lacey wasn't head over heels for her co-star. I liked the moments between her and her father. I really liked how the movie while fun, was a job for her, and she wasn't about to let anything mess that up. Another fun Kasie West book.

Cover Thoughts: Cute
Source: My Library
Library Recommendation: Another great read from this author - grab it for your library where her books and Hollywood books circulate well.

Picture Book Review: Mitford at the Hollywood Zoo

Mitford works for Cover magazine - but the giraffe is needed in LA pronto to fix a major fashion meltdown. But Mitford arrives, the giraffe runs around helping everyone. But will the fashion world embrace Mitford's ideas? If they do, Mitford will gain a promotion to fashion editor.

My Thoughts: A really fun picture book that's sure to please both kids and adults. It's perfect for this time of year (awards season) to read this one. Adults will find humor in the names and in the Hollywood story. Kids will enjoy the splashy bright art work and will route for Mitford to succeed. Entertaining. Funny. Bright Ideas. What's not to enjoy?

Cover Thoughts: Charming
Source: Sent for Review

Library Recommendation: Recommended for public libraries

Tween Tuesday Review: Lost in Hollywood

Ginger feels like the only normal person in her family. She's happy to have a BFF with her same goals - become a doctor and move to a big city to open a practice together. They're even getting started with this year's  Science Olympics.

But when her great aunt is having trouble, the whole family plus Payton flies to Hollywood to help out. Aunt Betty used to be a Hollywood actress, but now she sits at home waiting for the phone to ring.

Something happened to all her money and her Oscar statue. She asks Ginger to help her recover the missing money, giving her a map (of sorts) to help her out. Betty swears she hid the money from the bank. If Ginger can't find it, the bank will foreclose on her house.

My Thoughts: A really cute book. I love how the author explores cities in her novels. I loved trekking all over Hollywood with Ginger and Payton and Margot. I enjoyed the stunts the trio pulled trying to get a behind the scenes look at some of the places where they thought the money might be hidden. (I guessed the location very early on, but I realize I'm not the target audience for this book). Plus I loved the journey the girls took to get to their realization of the true potential location.  I loved Leo and his crazy burrito taxi. I loved Ginger's brother and how he thought he was an alien. He added some humor to the story. I loved the walkie talkies, I loved ABJ. Another fun novel from Cindy Callaghan. Can't wait to see where we get lost next!

Cover Thoughts: Adorable
Source: My Library

Library Recommendation: Recommended purchase for public and school libraries