Tricks by Ellen Hopkins

Send us Fan MailWendy and Amy discuss America's current most banned author, Ellen Hopkins, and her gritty young adult novel, Tricks. We talk about a book so banned, British customs worked to keep it out; the benefits of reading a book with so many difficult topics; Hopkins' brilliant writing style; and a Peachy Prosecco Cocktail. Pop a cork to reads that take you on an emotional roller coaster!Ingredients for Today's Peachy Prosecco Cocktail:1/2 fl. oz vodka, 1/2 fl. oz. peach liqueur, 1/2 fl. oz. amaretto, 1 fl. oz. orange juice, squeeze of fresh lemon juice, enough prosecco to fill the glass, basil leaf, and fresh peach slices. Add all of the ingredients, except the Prosecco and peach slice, to a shaker filled with ice. Shake well and pour into a tumbler. Top the glass with Prosecco and garnish with the peach slices. Links from Show:Prosecco is Always the Answer from Summersdale PublishersTimeline of book banning on the Freedom to Read websiteAmerican Library Association List of Banned and Challenged BooksDiscussion questions for banned booksEllen Hopkins' website