Writing Stories That Are Compelling for Both Young Adults and Adults

What are the most compelling stories for young adults? And why do older adults enjoy young adult novels? Some of these books are able to reach markets outside their primary genre, but finding a voice that’s appealing to a large group of people can be tricky. Sam Staley (SR Staley), award-winning author, film critic, and educator, explains how to craft a story so that it’s compelling for both young adults and adults. Staley’s young adult novels in the Pirate of Panther Bay series have won awards...