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Author Chat with Terry Lynn Johnson (Dog Driven), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)

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  Today we're excited to chat with Terry Lynn Johnson author of Dog Driven Read on for more about Terry and her book, plus an giveaway.         Meet Terry Lynn Johnson! Terry Lynn Johnson, author of Ice Dogs, Sled Dog School, and the Survivor Diaries series, lives in...
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Brittany Colpitts
This reminds me of a movie I watched as a kid, but I can't remember the title for the life of me. Anyone know what I'm talking abo... Read More
Wednesday, 04 December 2019 08:30
Alex Colpitts
Looks good! Adding to my TBR
Wednesday, 04 December 2019 12:56
Debra Branigan
As a big fan of Gary Paulsen and Jack London, I look forward to reading this. It sounds quite adventurous.
Thursday, 05 December 2019 17:39
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Author Chat with Shannon Price (A Thousand Fires), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)

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  Today we're excited to chat with Shannon Price author of A Thousand Fires Read on for more about Shannon and her book, plus an giveaway.         Meet Shannon Price! SHANNON PRICE is a proud Filipina-American and Bay Area native. She once led an a cappella group for...
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Dianna G.
I've seen this book cover all over Instagram lately! Very distinctive. I"m curious about the book synopsis. Are the Bears a gang... Read More
Thursday, 21 November 2019 16:12
Debra Branigan
The cover is bold and I absolutely love the storyline it sounds fantastic. I am interested in the gangs and "wars"? Thanks for sha... Read More
Sunday, 24 November 2019 19:42
Brittany Colpitts
I've been seeing this everywhere on social media! Looks fantastic!
Monday, 02 December 2019 20:41
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Author Chat with Geoffrey Saign (Guardian - The Choice), Excerpt, Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)

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  Today we're excited to chat with Geoffrey Saign author of Guardian - The Choice Recently, Guardian, The Choice won the 2019 Outstanding YA Fiction IAN BOTY (Book of The Year) Award in the YA fiction category. And this week only, book one is on sale for .99 and book two is...
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Brittany Colpitts
Adorable cover image. I've loved animals since I was a kid, super excited to see an animal expert as a leading lady!
Monday, 02 December 2019 20:39
Alex Colpitts
Love the design of her staff. Interesting concept.
Wednesday, 04 December 2019 12:35
Danielle Hammelef
The cover is amazing! The premise is intriguing.
Sunday, 08 December 2019 12:26
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Author Chat with Tracey Laviolette (Bloodborne Awakened), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)

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  Today we're excited to chat with Tracey Laviolette author of Bloodborne Awakened  Read on for more about Tracey and her book, plus an giveaway!          Meet Tracey Laviolette! Tracey Laviolette enjoys the quiet country life in Wisconsin with her husband. As a home chef, she and her...
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Debra Branigan
I adore the cover; it's gorgeous. The storyline is quite unique and does sound interesting. Best wishes to the author on the new r... Read More
Sunday, 17 November 2019 18:23
Brittany Colpitts
I absolutely love all the serpent and dragon covers this year! So beautiful. Sounds like a great story.
Monday, 02 December 2019 20:38
Alex Colpitts
Cool cover. Cant wait to read.
Wednesday, 04 December 2019 12:33
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Author Chat with E.E. Knight (Novice Dragoneer), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)

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  Today we're excited to chat with E.E. Knight author of Novice Dragoneer  Read on for more about E.E. and his book, plus an giveaway!          Meet E.E. Knight! E. Knightwas born in Wisconsin, grew up in Minnesota, and now calls Chicago home, where he abides in domestic...
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Kacie
The cover is gorgeous! The synopsis sounds right up my alley! A girl with a lot to prove...and dragons!!! ... Read More
Wednesday, 13 November 2019 21:15
Laurie Harris
This book sounds right up my alley! Cannot wait to read it- anything with dragons is my choice
Thursday, 14 November 2019 16:10
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Friday, 15 November 2019 21:40
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Author Chat with Denis Markell (The Ghost In Apartment 2R), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)

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  Today we're excited to chat with Denis Markell author of The Ghost In Apartment 2R  Read on for more about Denis and his book, plus an giveaway!          Meet Denis Markell! Denis Markell has written all sorts of things, from sitcoms to off-Broadway musicals, but nothing has...
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Debra Branigan
The cover will attract your younger readers and they will find the storyline adventurous. Thanks for sharing.
Sunday, 17 November 2019 18:06
Zachary Snyder
Book looks great, hope I win it!
Monday, 18 November 2019 15:09
Jeana Kwiecinski
Love the theme of this one! Can't wait to share and read!
Wednesday, 20 November 2019 09:48
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Author Of The Week: Author Chat with Julie Eshbaugh (Crown Of Oblivion), Plus Giveaway!

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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 Julie Eshbaugh , YABC's Author of the...
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Kitty Marie McAfee
The cover and description sound great! Sounds like an exciting read.
Monday, 18 November 2019 23:31
Fazila
I loved the synopsis and description!! The cover is stunning. I am getting Hunger games vibes with the whole competition plot. I a... Read More
Saturday, 23 November 2019 08:34
Danielle Hammelef
The cover is gorgeous and the synopsis promises secrets, suspense, and lots of action, all of which I love in my books.
Sunday, 24 November 2019 14:17
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Author Chat with Tom O' Donnell (Homerooms & Hall Passes), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)

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  Today we're excited to chat with Tom O'Donnell author of Homerooms & Hall Passes  Read on for more about Tom and his book, plus an giveaway!          Meet Tom O'Donnell! Tom O'Donnell is the author of the beloved Hamstersaurus Rex series, as well as Space Rocks and...
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Zachary Snyder
The book sounds good, looking forward to reading it!
Thursday, 07 November 2019 15:18
Danielle Hammelef
The cover is hilarious which matches the promised humor in the synopsis.
Sunday, 24 November 2019 14:12
Brittany Colpitts
Love the cover art, looking forward to reading! ... Read More
Monday, 02 December 2019 20:33
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Author Chat with Natasha Ngan (Girls Of Storm and Shadow), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)

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  Today we're excited to chat with Natasha Ngan author of Girls Of Storm and Shadow.  Read on for more about Natasha and her book, plus an giveaway!          Meet Natasha Ngan! Natasha Ngan is part young-adult author, part yoga-teacher, part habitual nap-taker. She grew up between Malaysia and...
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Debra Branigan
I can't wait to read this one. The cover again is gorgeous and the storyline continues to amaze. Best wishes to the author on the ... Read More
Friday, 08 November 2019 17:56
Candice Gigous
The cover is beautiful. The synopsis makes me want to read more. This series sounds exciting.
Monday, 11 November 2019 09:53
Kristy
The cover is gorgeous. I can't wait to read what happens next.
Wednesday, 13 November 2019 09:36
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Author Chat with Shea Ernshaw (Winterwood), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)

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  Today we're excited to chat with Shea Ernshaw author of Winterwood.  Read on for more about Shea and her book, plus an giveaway!          Meet Shea Ernshaw! Shea Ernshaw is the author of  The Wicked Deep  and  Winterwood . She works as a producer for a film...
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Tiffany Engler
I love this cover! I really enjoyed The Wicked Deep, I feel like I would love this one too!
Thursday, 31 October 2019 16:07
Candice Gigous
The cover is cool. The synopsis is captivating. Sounds like a thrilling read.
Monday, 11 November 2019 09:53
Jeana Kwiecinski
The cover of this one is just as beautiful as The Wicked Deep. I can't wait to get my hands on this one and share with everyone! ... Read More
Friday, 15 November 2019 12:02
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It’s Live!! Cover Reveal: A Light in the Sky by Shina Reynolds + Giveaway (International)
Today we're excited to celebrate the cover reveal for  A Light in the Sky by Shina Reynolds, releasing early 2020 from Wink Road Press! Before we get to the cover, here's a note from the author: ...
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Author Chat with Geoffrey Saign (Guardian - The Choice), Excerpt, Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)
  Today we're excited to chat with Geoffrey Saign author of Guardian - The Choice Recently, Guardian, The Choice won the 2019 Outstanding YA Fiction IAN BOTY (Book of The Year) Award in the ...
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Author Chat with Tracey Laviolette (Bloodborne Awakened), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)
  Today we're excited to chat with Tracey Laviolette author of Bloodborne Awakened  Read on for more about Tracey and her book, plus an giveaway!          Meet Trace...
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Author Chat with E.E. Knight (Novice Dragoneer), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)
  Today we're excited to chat with E.E. Knight author of Novice Dragoneer  Read on for more about E.E. and his book, plus an giveaway!          Meet E.E. Knight! E. ...
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Author Chat with Denis Markell (The Ghost In Apartment 2R), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)
  Today we're excited to chat with Denis Markell author of The Ghost In Apartment 2R  Read on for more about Denis and his book, plus an giveaway!          Meet Deni...
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Author Of The Week: Author Chat with Julie Eshbaugh (Crown Of Oblivion), Plus Giveaway!
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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