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Author Chat with Ashley Elston (The Lying Woods), Plus Giveaway!

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Today we're excited to chat with Ashley Elston, author of  The Lying Woods ! Read on for more about Ashley and her book and a giveaway!             Meet  Ashley Elston! ASHLEY ELSTON i s the author of several novels including: The Rules for Disappearing —an International...
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Tiffany Engler
I love this cover! I love the contrast between the green and white. Sounds like a great read!
Friday, 16 November 2018 07:01
Debra Branigan
Love the cover and the story sounds quite mysterious and a fun read. This one is definitely on my TBR. Good luck with your novel.... Read More
Sunday, 18 November 2018 19:55
Kara S
The cover is understated but cool, which works well because the critical acclaim and compelling storyline do enough to draw reader... Read More
Monday, 19 November 2018 18:12
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Beth Edwards, Blog Manager

Featured Review: The Lying Woods (Ashley Elston)

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About This Book:   Owen Foster has never wanted for anything. Then his mother shows up at his elite New Orleans boarding school  cradling a bombshell: his privileged life has been funded by stolen money. After using the family business, the single largest employer in his small Louisiana town, to embezzle...
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Kristie Lowry, Promotions Manager

Giveaway: THE LYING WOODS (US Only)

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The Lying Woods (US Only) by: Ashley Elston Release Date: November 13, 2018 Publisher: Hyperion About the Book: Owen Foster has never wanted for anything. Then his mother shows up at his elite New Orleans boarding school cradling a bombshell: his privileged life has been funded by stolen money. After using...
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Kara S
The synopsis is delightfully intriguing -- I see this as a must-read. The cover is attractive, yet understated. I appreciate the... Read More
Friday, 09 November 2018 03:43
Debra Branigan
The cover provides the atmosphere for the storyline which sounds quite interesting. Definitely on my TBR. Good luck with the novel... Read More
Saturday, 10 November 2018 21:47
Shannon Mizikoski
I have heard so many AMAZING things about this already! I like that the cover is simple, but it still seems to convey the atmosphe... Read More
Monday, 03 December 2018 21:59
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Samantha Randolph, Promotions Manager

It's Live!! Cover Reveal: This Is Our Story by Ashley Elston + Giveaway (International)

It's Live!! Cover Reveal: This Is Our Story by Ashley Elston + Giveaway (International)
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Hi, YABCers! Today we're super excited to celebrate the cover reveal for THIS IS OUR STORY by Ashley Elston , releasing November 15, 2016 from Disney Hyperion. Before we get to the cover, here's a note from Ashley:   Hi YABC! And welcome to the exclusive cover reveal for THIS IS...
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I love Ashley's previous books and this sounds just as awesome!! And that cover is gorgeous. Thanks for the opportunity!!... Read More
Tuesday, 12 January 2016 12:36
Amy Hart
I like the story and cover!
Tuesday, 12 January 2016 12:39
Angie Cason
That cover is fantastic! Can't wait for another great read from Ashley!
Tuesday, 12 January 2016 12:56
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Cover Reveal: The Rules for Breaking by Ashley Elston + Giveaway

Cover Reveal: The Rules for Breaking by Ashley Elston + Giveaway
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  Happy Cover Reveal Day, YABCers! Today we're celebrating the cover of THE RULES FOR BREAKING by Ashely Elston, available May 20 2014 from Disney Hyperion. Before we get to the goods, here's a message from Ashley:   Hi YABC! Welcome to the cover reveal for THE RULES FOR BREAKING!  ...
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Vivien
I absolutey love the cover!! It's so awesome that it matches
Tuesday, 05 November 2013 12:05
Jessica (Step Into Fiction)
I LOVE the cover! I really enjoyed the first book and I cannot wait for this book! The cover is awesome and fits along nicely with... Read More
Tuesday, 05 November 2013 12:35
Danni
I love the cover!
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