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I immediately began to feel self-conscious and embarrassed as I stood there browsing through the books! I know it's silly to feel that way, but I have to say that it's really kept me from browsing the section. (I'm in my mid 30's, but don't have any kids to use an excuse)
Has anyone else (not in the YA age group) ever felt a bit embarrassed or self-conscious about reading this genre or browsing the section?
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My first stop in the book store is always the Y A section. Then... I go into the children's section sit down and read. Nope not self conscience at all sitting there with my business attire on reading a kid's book! And sometimes the kids aren't even with me... I'm all alone!
It brings out the youth in us, well me at least. I read and search for my kids, as well as for me! I've actually held discussions with some Y A about various books right in the Y A section.
I believe that Harry Potter and Eragon have made it socially acceptable for Adults to be in the kid's (and Y A) section.