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The Young Adult Universe

The Young Adult Universe

Written by: Phoenix P
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Young Adult Fiction.

The YA Universe invites you to escape into worlds where friendships are tested, hearts race, and everyday struggles collide with extraordinary adventures.

Written and hosted by author Phoenix P, each story dives deep into the personal and social challenges young adults face—whether it’s navigating complicated relationships, chasing dreams, or surviving a twist of fate in a fantastical realm.


From slow-burn romances to breathtaking escapism fantasy, our novels unfold chapter by chapter, twice a month on Monday evenings, until the story reaches its final page.

Between novels, you’ll also get surprise drops of short stories—so be sure to turn on notifications and never miss a journey.

Have a YA short story of your own?

Submit it, and if it’s selected, you’ll be credited and hear it come to life on the show.


This is more than just a podcast—it’s a place where young adult fiction fans can dream, relate, and get lost in worlds both real and imagined.


The YA Universe — a presentation of the Underground Artist Network.

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Episodes
  • The Starlights- Chapter 1

    The Starlights- Chapter 1
    Aug 9 2025
    Starting senior year should be exciting—but for Sarah, it’s just another battle.

    After losing her parents and moving from Los Angeles to small-town Texas, she’s endured years of bullying from the Starlights, the school’s most ruthless clique.

    Then she meets Betsy—a tough, guarded new girl with secrets of her own—and a spark of friendship begins to form. But with Memorial High facing demolition and the Starlights determined to make Sarah’s life miserable, can the two girls stand together… or will Sarah’s last year be her worst yet?



    This YA Universe Novel continues every other Monday with a new Chapter until its completion.

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    A PHOENIX P PUBLICATION.
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    43 mins
  • YA Universe Short Story-Camp Evergreen

    YA Universe Short Story-Camp Evergreen
    Aug 9 2025

    Camp Evergreen

    In this original tale , we take you deep into the shadowy forests surrounding Lake Wapato, where swirling mists curl through ancient pines and the scent of moss lingers in the air.

    Campers are here to unplug—but something else is waiting.

    After a few classic drive-in trailers and intermission ads, we bring you this chilling story of two teens, Jamie and Sarah, whose summer takes a terrifying turn when the legend of the Lake Wapato monster becomes more than just a ghost story.

    Secrets surface. Courage is tested. And in the stillness of the woods… something stirs.
    So pull up, grab some popcorn, and let your imagination take the wheel.
    The show’s about to start.

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    PHOENIX P PUBLICATIONS
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    30 mins
  • YA Universe Short Story - TEX

    YA Universe Short Story - TEX
    Aug 9 2025

    Tex-

    We follow Liz, a young woman adjusting to life in a new home with her loyal dog, Tex. At first, the strange sounds in the night seem harmless—just the creaks of settling walls or the echoes of her imagination. But as the noises grow more intense and unsettling,

    Liz begins to wonder if something else is sharing the space with her.

    When a moonlit night reveals something different in Tex’s corner, Liz is forced to confront the terrifying truth she’s been trying to ignore.



    A YA Universe Short Story

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    37 mins
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