Erica, Editor

There are so many books I'd like to read, yet not enough time! I cannot wait for finals to be over and I get to read again :)
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I'm a college student is pursuing 3 degrees in the book related world - think it's safe to say I like books :)

You can also find me over at my YA Book Blog, The Book Cellar!

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  • friends Viviana Ortiz and Erica, Editor are now friends
  • Erica, Editor added Letters to Nowhere to favorites.
    • From the International Bestselling Author of the Tempest series A Mature YA contemporary set in the tough world of Elite Gymnastics. Grief, love and pursuing dreams are at the forefront of this emotionally powerful coming-of-age story. Seventeen year old Karen Campbell has just lost both her parents in a tragic car accident. Grief stricken and alone, her gymnastics coach opens his home to Karen, providing her a place to live while she continues...
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    • I fell in love with Karen and Jordan's story. A beautiful story of hope, growth, and relationships. I love Julie's sci-fi Tempest series, but this one is even better. I love Julie Cross's progression as an author - she gets better with every book and it is just a treat to see what will come next from this fantastic author. Gymnastics books are always a treat to read - I have always been...
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    • It is no secret that I am not a fan of dystopians. Yet, Joelle Charbonneau manages to do something with The Testing I have been waiting to have happen: written a dystopian I loved and adored and am STILL thinking about months later. Joelle Charbonneau has crafted a futuristic world that will just captivate you. I love the contrast between The Testing and Joelle Charbonneau's other books. Her others are wacky mysteries, and with...
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  • A guest voted as helpful a review, An All Time Favorite, written by Erica, Editor.
    • Since Suzanne Young first announced her sale of The Program I have been waiting for this book. The premise sounded amazing and I just loved Suzanne Young's debut, The Naughty List. While The Program ended up taking a different path from the one I had predicted, it was amazing in every way and I already am eagerly anticipating the sequel! I loved that while The Program is a dystopian, it is very much...
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    • First Comes Love
    • First Comes Love by Katie Kacvinsky is an adorable story about falling in love. Two drastically different characters who have such different life experiences fall in love in such an obscure way and I just really enjoyed it. Dylan is such a great character - she is spunky, wise, and not afraid to try new things. She is independent, though in some ways she is so independent it is almost to a fault....
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    • I love Michaela MacColl's books - they are refreshing, well written, and always an intriguing look at history. Additionally, Michaela MacColl picks people in history who aren't commonly featuring in historical fiction, which is always absolutely delightful to read about. And Nobody's Secret is her best yet - a historical murder mystery? How much cooler can you get? I loved Michaela MacColl's portayal of Emily Dickinson. She is almost a Nancy Drew-type figure...
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  • A guest voted as helpful a review, A Bit Lackluster, written by Erica, Editor.
    • Stranded by Jeff Probst was an interesting read. The premise was interesting but how the story carried out was not enough to fully capture my attention and make me fall in love with this survival novel. While Jeff Probst is trying to portray the stakes as high, that is not the way Stranded came across. I was looking for a fast paced, high energy survival story and instead what I got was a very...
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    • The Planet Theives
    • The Planet Thieves is a strong middle grade debut from author Dan Krokos. With it's intriguing premise and unique way it entwines a typical school story with that of saving the world, The Planet Thieves was a treat. I really enjoyed the characters, particularly the female characters. Both Merrin and Susan were both just really well rounded characters and I loved how loyal they were to their cause. The rivalry between Tom and...
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  • A guest voted as helpful a review, A Bit Lackluster, written by Erica, Editor.
    • Stranded by Jeff Probst was an interesting read. The premise was interesting but how the story carried out was not enough to fully capture my attention and make me fall in love with this survival novel. While Jeff Probst is trying to portray the stakes as high, that is not the way Stranded came across. I was looking for a fast paced, high energy survival story and instead what I got was a very...
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    • Revenge of the Girl with the Great Personality
    • Gosh, Elizabeth Eulberg never fails to impress me with her writing. Revenge of the Girl with the Great Personality is not only a well written book, but is also a story that is so important to tell. While not everyone can relate to the world of pageants, the emotions and situations that Lexi finds herself in can be transferred to the every day world. I can't remember that last book that evoked such strong...
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    • The Life of Ty: Penguin Problems
    • The Life of Ty: Penguin Problems is an absolutely delightful read! It was so darn cute. Ty is a character who readers will be sure to relate with, and he has just a wonderful voice. I loved the illustrations - they were the perfect compliment to the story. Ty is dealing with growing up and becoming more independent, all while getting used to sharing his mom with his new baby sister. Plus,...
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    • With Hammer of Witches, Shana Mlawski has spun a gorgeous historical fantasy that will be sure to captivate readers. By the end of the first chapter, I was completely hooked and continued on to read straight through the book. Hammer of Witches takes my two favorite genres - historical fiction and fantasy - and blends them together, which is even more awesome in my book. It was the perfect vehicle for the story...
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  • A guest voted as helpful a review, A Bit Lackluster, written by Erica, Editor.
    • Stranded by Jeff Probst was an interesting read. The premise was interesting but how the story carried out was not enough to fully capture my attention and make me fall in love with this survival novel. While Jeff Probst is trying to portray the stakes as high, that is not the way Stranded came across. I was looking for a fast paced, high energy survival story and instead what I got was a very...
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  • There are so many books I'd like to read, yet not enough time! I cannot wait for finals to be over and I get to read again :)
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  • Sasha Shamblen voted as helpful a review, An Enchanting New Start to a Trilogy, written by Erica, Editor.
    • A Corner of White (The Colors of Madeleine #1)
    • Jaclyn Moriarty has written a book of beautiful prose that blends the contemporary and fantasy genres. A Corner of White was such a dynamic book...
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  • Erika voted as helpful a review, Another Amazing Read From Jessica Warman, written by Erica, Editor.
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    • I have been looking forward to another book by Jessica Warman since I finished the last pages of Where the Truth Lies. I heard about...
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  • So what's the best book everyone has read lately?
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    Books to Read with Dad this Father's Day

    I can't thank my dad enough for sparking my book lover tendencies by reading to me before bed each night. He's the reason I'm the book nerd I am today, and couldn't be more encouraging of dads (and moms, too) who want to read with their children. With Father's Day just around the corner, here's a list of books for dads to read with their kids that celebrate a fatherly bond. Picture Books ...

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    Last year we did a joint cover reveal for Ellen Oh's PROPHECY and Megan Shepherd's THE MADMAN'S DAUGHTER. So when the covers of their sequels came in, we thought we'd do another joint reveal. I can't wait for you guys to see them!   First, here's a message from Megan: Hello YABC! Last year, Ellen and I were blown away by the response to our joint cover reveal. So many people chec ...

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    Ten Reasons You Should Go To BEA   1. Because I said so. I'm kidding! But seriously, you should listen to me because I'm smart, I know stuff and I am the one holding all the cupcakes. ;)    2. The Book People you get to meet FOR REALS! After two years of sharing books, reviews and witty emails, I FINALLY met MG Buehrlen (on the left), Sen ...

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      Time for another fabulous cover reveal! This time we have the pleasure of revealing A.E. Rought's TAINTED, the sequel to BROKEN.    It's gor-ja-mous. Simply lovely. Ready to see it? First, here's a message from A.E. Rought:   Hi YABC! My name is A.E. Rought, and I’m bouncy-puppy thrilled to be here today revealing the cover for TAINTED, my fast-pac ...

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    DOON by Carey Corp and Lorie Langdon Release Date: 8/20/2013 ISBN: 139780310742326   Veronica doesn't think she's going crazy. But why can't anyone else see the mysterious blond boy who keeps popping up wherever she goes? When her best friend, Mackenna, invites her to spend the summer in Scotland, Veronica jumps at the opportunity to leave her complicated life behind ...

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    The Taker by Alma Katsu Release Date: Mass Market Paperback - February 2013   True love can last an eternity . . . but immortality comes at a price. . . .   On the midnight shift at a hospital in rural Maine, Dr. Luke Findley is expecting another quiet evening of frostbite and the occasional domestic dispute. But the minute Lanore McIlvrae—Lanny—walks into his ...

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    The Barftastic Life of Louie Burger by Jenny Meyerhoff Release date: June 4, 2013 ISBN: 978-0374305185     Fifth grader Louie Burger figures that with a goofy name like his, he must be destined to be a king of comedy like his idol Lou Lafferman. But he’s only ever performed his stand-up act in his closet, where he and his dad created the most ex ...

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    Guys, guys, guys. This trailer is soooo cool. I'm so excited to reveal it to you this afternoon! It's for IN THE AFTER by Demitria Lunetta. Check it out! And then enter to win an ARC below. They hear the most silent of footsteps. They are faster than anything you've ever seen. And They won't stop chasing you...until you are dead. Amy is watching TV when it happens ...

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    Remember the amazing covers of Trisha Leigh's THE LAST YEAR series? We sure do. Who could forget how lovely they are and how perfectly they all fit together? Today, I get to reveal the cover of Trisha's NEW book from her second series: THE HISTORIANS. It's another slam dunk, I can tell you that much. Ready to see it??? First, here's a message from Trisha:   I’m thrilled to be r ...

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