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Beth Edwards, Blog Manager

Thursday, 15 November 2018

News & Updates Giveaways

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

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

Monday, 12 November 2018

News & Updates Latest Staff Reviews

Featured Review: The Lying Woods (Ashley Elston)

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

Thursday, 08 November 2018

Giveaways Featured Giveaways

Giveaway: THE LYING WOODS (US Only)

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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Recent Comments

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

Tuesday, 12 January 2016

Cover Reveals

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

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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Stacee

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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Tuesday, 05 November 2013

Cover Reveals

Cover Reveal: The Rules for Breaking by Ashley Elston + Giveaway

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!

Tuesday, 05 November 2013 13:52

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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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