1. Dirty Wings by Sarah McCrarry
A modern retelling of the Persephone myth, Cass and Maia return for the second book of All Our Pretty Songs with all the backstory of how their fates became intertwined. This series does things with YA writing so sophisticated, it’s not to be missed!
2. Boyhood
The new movie by Richard Linklater has become something of a social experiment and is receiving rave reviews for the risks it’s taken. Filmed over 12 years, Boyhood is a coming of age story unlike any other.
3. The Kiss of Deception by Mary E. Pearson
While it could be easy to dismiss Kiss of Deception as another Hunger Games inspired trilogy, the first book in the new Remnant Chronicles series has us far more intrigued than that. It follows love and sacrifice through the eyes of a princess who must find her place in a reborn world. It’s sure to get optioned for film – read it first!
4. Illusive
Fans of X-Men and Oceans 11 are sure to love Illusive, a new book by Emily Lloyd- Jones. Illusive follows a band of super criminals in an gripping page turning sci-fi adventure.
5. Girl Meets World
The new show is sure to be a favorite of old fans and new fans alike. Catch it Fridays on The Disney Channel!
6. Made In America
In a film event like no other, Ron Howard filmed Jay-Z in collaboration with megastars like Rita Ora, Kanye, Eddie Vedder, Drake, Passion Pit, Calvin Harris and and more while preparing for a concert never before dreamed of.
7. Bleachers – Strange Desire
The debut album of Jack Antonoff’s solo project, Bleachers, is already garnering rave reviews from fan favorites including his girlfriend, Lena Dunham. We’re not surprised – the single was to die for. Check it out.
8. Starbreak by Phoebe North
The second book in this popular series continues to showcase the breathtaking talent of Phoebe North. A YA space opera is definitely a tough genre to tackle and she does so with ease in Starbreak.
9. Yes – Jason Mraz
Jason Mraz continues to charm in the album sure to win over new fans and please older fans alike. YES! Is already climbing charts and sure to reach new heights with time.
10. PLL
The one after an episode as big as the 100th seems like a tough act to follow but the show continues to inspire us with each subsequent episode.