On the Edge YA: Activism
With the world’s political state in a somewhat frenzy, it is important that we who work in libraries help individuals understand issues that surround…
Mental Illness
Mental illness is a topic that a lot of people tend to avoid because they don't believe it exists or don’t know how to…
Sam’s Top Three Tough Issue Books of 2015
2015 has been a fantastic year for diverse and difficult topics in the young adult sphere. Part of why On the Edge exists as…
Disability
Libraries are outspoken advocates for information accessibility and accommodations. As a society we want every person to be able to have the same rights and privileges,…
All the Tough Topics: Sensitive Issues in Young Adult Literature
Teens are a challenging group, but they live in a difficult and always changing world where social issues are constantly fluffed under the rug.