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Beth Edwards, Blog Manager

Monday, 04 January 2021

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Author Of The Week: Author Chat with Alexandra Bracken (Lore), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)

Welcome to our weekly special feature post, Author Of The Week !! Each week we will be interviewing a different YA author and highlighting their upcoming release! We will also be hosting a giveaway of the book we are highlighting!! Introducing Alexandra Bracken , YABC's Author of the Week!...

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Zachary Snyder

Book sounds great, love the cover!

Monday, 04 January 2021 11:30

Zach Terry

I've been waiting a long time for this book to drop! Bracken + mythology Very interesting story concept and beautiful cover.... Read More

Monday, 04 January 2021 17:22

Katelyn Burns

I'm so excited to read this one! The cover is beautiful and instantly makes me think of Greek mythology. I love that only one eye... Read More

Tuesday, 05 January 2021 00:32

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Beth Edwards, Blog Manager

Tuesday, 14 August 2018

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Featured Review: The Darkest Legacy (Alexandra Duncan)

About The Book: Five years after the destruction of the so-called rehabilitation camps that imprisoned her and countless other Psi kids, seventeen-year-old Suzume "Zu" Kimura has assumed the role of spokesperson for the interim government, fighting for the rights of Psi kids against a growing tide of misinformation and prejudice. But...

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Kayla King, Staff Reviewer

Saturday, 14 July 2018

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The Darkest Legacy: Fourth Surprise Psi Reveal: Electrokinesis, Plus Giveaway!

While the release of The Darkest Minds movie is still a few months away, that doesn't mean you have to wait to discover a world filled with adventure, loyalty, love, and powerful "Psi!" Thanks to Disney Hyperion, we're celebrating the series all the way through the release of the...

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Davianna Nieto

The cover is breathtaking and the synopsis sounds interesting!

Monday, 16 July 2018 01:02

Olivia F

I am so excited for this book and love the cover!

Monday, 16 July 2018 09:58

Janell Goode

love the cover and the synopsis

Saturday, 21 July 2018 11:12

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Kayla King, Staff Reviewer

Wednesday, 11 July 2018

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The Darkest Minds Movie - Special Screening Event

The Darkest Minds movie is getting closer and we're excited to announce that you can j oin #TheDarkestMinds Special Screening with the cast on July 26 at @ArcLightCinemas Hollywood. RSVP at fox.co/TDMScreening . And stay tuned this week for the next Surprise Psi package and giveaway!

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Kayla King, Staff Reviewer

Wednesday, 27 June 2018

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The Darkest Minds: Third Surprise Psi Reveal, Plus Giveaway!

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John

The cover looks very movie tie-in edition! I suspect there is some good telekinesis in this!

Wednesday, 27 June 2018 21:31

Davianna Nieto

I love the cover and the synopsis is intriguing. I need to check out the series.

Thursday, 28 June 2018 23:57

Olivia F

I love the movie tie-in cover, and this is such an awesome series!

Friday, 29 June 2018 07:55

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Kayla King, Staff Reviewer

Wednesday, 20 June 2018

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The Darkest Legacy: Second Surprise Psi Reveal: Intelligence

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Kristie Lowry, Promotions Manager

Thursday, 07 September 2017

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Giveaway: THE DREADFUL TALE OF PROSPER REDDING (US Only)

Prizes for this giveaway provided by Disney-Hyperion! The Dreadful Tale of Prosper Redding (US Only) by: Alexandra Bracken Release Date: September 5, 2017 Publisher: Disney-Hyperion About the Book: “I would say it’s a pleasure to meet thee, Prosperity Oceanus Redding, but truly, I only anticipate the delights of destroying thy happiness….”...

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John

The cover looks foxy! I hate reawakened fiends!

Thursday, 07 September 2017 17:05

Rachel Brown

The cover is incredibly gorgeous. The plot hooked me hard. I mean... He's a fox!! ?

Saturday, 09 September 2017 14:33

Lily M.

I'm loving the blue on this cover ?

Monday, 11 September 2017 07:25

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Beth Edwards, Blog Manager

Saturday, 11 March 2017

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Featured Review: Wayfarer (Alexandra Bracken)

About This Book: I've been orphaned by my time. The timeline has changed. My future is gone. Etta Spencer didn't know she was a traveler until the day she emerged both miles and years from her home. Now, robbed of the powerful object that was her only hope of saving her...

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Ellie, Assistant Promotions Manager

Saturday, 05 December 2015

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Featured Trailer: Passenger by Alexandra Bracken

I hope everyone is having a great weekend so far! Today we're super excited to celebrate the trailer for PASSENGER by Alexandra Bracken, releasing January 5, 2016 from Disney-Hyperion. Ready to watch? Scroll, YABCers! Scroll! ... ... ... ... ...

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Vi, Promotions Manager

Tuesday, 30 September 2014

Giveaways

Giveaway: In the Afterlight by Alexandra Bracken (US Only)

IN THE AFTERLIGHT by Alexandra Bracken In stores October 28th About the Book Ruby can't look back. Fractured by an unbearable loss, she and the kids who survived the government's attack on Los Angeles travel north to regroup. Only Ruby can keep their highly dangerous prisoner in check....

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Courtney Haas

No, I haven't read them just yet!

Friday, 03 October 2014 11:39

Anairis Interiano

Yes, and it is one of my favorite YA series... Absolutely love them!!

Friday, 03 October 2014 16:24

Agustina Gonzalez

Yes, it's one my favorite series

Friday, 03 October 2014 17:22

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FEATURED GIVEAWAYS

Giveaway: Happily Ever Afters (Elise Bryant) ~ (US Only)

Happily Ever Afters (US Only) by: Elise Bryant Release Date: January 5th, 2021 Publisher: Harpercollins Children's Books/Balzer + Bray About the Book: Jane the Virgin meets To All...

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Author Chat with Amanda Hocking (The Ever After), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)

Today we're excited to chat with Amanda Hocking author of The Ever After. Read on for more about Amanda and her book, plus a giveaway! Meet Amanda Hocking ! AMANDA HOCKING ...

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Author Of The Week: Author Chat with Alexandra Bracken (Lore), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)

Welcome to our weekly special feature post, Author Of The Week !! Each week we will be interviewing a different YA author and highlighting their upcoming release! We will also be hosting a givea...

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Exclusive Trailer Reveal: Those Who Prey (Jennifer Moffett), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)

Today we're excited to share the book trailer for Those Who Prey (Jennifer Moffett) ! Read on for more about Jennifer, and her book, plus the trailer & giveaway! Meet Jennifer Moffet...

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Author Of The Week: Author Chat with Karen McManus (The Cousins), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)

Welcome to our weekly special feature post, Author Of The Week !! Each week we will be interviewing a different YA author and highlighting their upcoming release! We will also be hosting a givea...

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Indie Superstars with the Author of Born Royal + Giveaway (International)

Welcome to YA Books Central's "Indie Superstars" column. This event will spotlight the best and brightest of the indie community. You don’t want to miss out on these talented ...

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