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Ever wonder what Beauty and The Beast would be like from the Beast's POV? Yeah us either, but we read Beastly so you don't have to! Join Mara and Morgan as we discuss this Midnight Sun retelling of a classic fairytale. 

Two friends and podcasting - what could be more fun? Maybe some 90's nostalgia, lessons about bad girls and older boys, and renting porta-potties. Join as as we take a trip back and discuss The Baby-Sitters Club by Ann M. Martin. 

Join Mara and Morgan as we discuss Beautiful Creatures by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl. From the teen romance craze of the early 2000s to Judy Greer this episode has everything! So why are these teen lovers cursed? Listen to find out! 

Join Mara and Morgan as we discuss After by Anna Todd. From fanfiction, to novel, to movie, we cover this story every step of the way. And trust us, it's quite the journey. It's our first episode! Thank you to everyone who's here to give us a chance and supporting us in this crazy endeavor. Hope you enjoy! 

Why-A is a podcast where two, teen literature lovers, Mara Boyce and Morgan Messenheimer discuss the ugly side of YA fiction, to better appreciate the good. Join them as they explore worrisome trends, bad themes, so bad it’s good writing, and all the angsty male love interests you could ask for.