We are so inspired by one of our debut authors, Fleur Philips! Not only is her new book I Am Lucky Bird getting rave reviews, but she also takes part in volunteering with her community to help teen girls find their creative writing voice. Here are Fleur’s picks for the young adult books that inspire her:

Cures for Heartbreak by Margo Rabb

After the sudden death of her mother to Melanoma, 15-year-old Mia Perlman, along with her older sister and their father, must find a way to continue living through a whirlwind of grief.

Crank by Ellen Hopkins

Written entirely in verse, Crank is the heart-wrenching tale of 17-year-old Kristina Snow’s struggle with her crystal meth (crank) addiction.

Deadline by Chris Crutcher

After being diagnosed with an aggressive from of leukemia, 18-year-old Ben Wolf chooses to forgo treatment and keep his illness a secret from his family and friends in an attempt to have a ‘normal’ senior year.

The Fault in Our Stars by John Green

Hazel Grace Lancaster is 16 years old and a three-year, stage IV cancer survivor. When she meets Augustus Waters–also a cancer survivor–at her weekly support group, the word “terminal” takes on a whole new meaning as the two fall in love.

Dandelion Wine by Ray Bradbury

The story of 12-year-old Douglas Spaulding’s voyage of discovery during the magical, timeless summer of 1928.

Pinterest PS – I Am Lucky Bird takes place in the gorgeous scenery of Montana…check out this beautiful Big Sky-inspired Pinterest board.