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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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About me: I'm a college student is pursuing 3 degrees in the book related world - think it's safe to say I like books :)

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Erica, Editor reviewed 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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Erica, Editor reviewed Hammer of Witches.
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- 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.
- 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.
- 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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Amy voted as helpful a review, A Debut That Will Take the World By Storm, written by Erica, Editor.
- Touching the Surface by Kimberly Sabatini was one of the most touching, beautiful books I have ever had the chance to read. It was marvelous...
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MG Buehrlen, Senior Editor voted as helpful a review, One Amazing Debut - Absolutely Enchanting, written by Erica, Editor.
- Shannon Messenger is going to take the world by storm with her debut in Keeper of the Lost Cities. Everything about this book was just...
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I absolutely LOVED Keeper of the Lost Cities by Shannon Messenger. Haven't loved a book that much in awhile - anyone else read any books like that lately? :)

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The Rules (Project Paper Doll #1)

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The Eternity Cure (Blood of Eden #2)

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One Shot Away

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Heist Society

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A Corner of White (The Colors of Madeleine #1)

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Crank (Crank #1)

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The Sinister Sweetness of Splendid Academy

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Doll Bones

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The Templeton Twins Have an Idea (Templeton Twins #1)

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My Epic Fairy Tale Fail (My Very Unfairy Tale Life #2)

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My Very Unfairy Tale Life (My Very Unfairy Tale Life #1)

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Andrew Jenks: My Adventures As a Young Filmmaker

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YA Book Blogger. YABC Editor. Photographer. Pursuer of Degrees in English Education, Library Media, & Professional Writing & Book Publishing. Tangled Addict.
@yabookscentral Nope, ha.

Monday, 20 May 2013 20:44
I also discovered tonight that Parker doesn't like rain, unlike my Cavalier than just was a tank through rain lol.

Monday, 20 May 2013 20:39
I really need to get all the things done but I am just. so. tired.

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