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Author Chat with Laurie Faria Stolarz (Jane Anonymous), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)

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  Today we're excited to chat with Laurie Faria Stolarz author of Jane Anonymous. Read on for more about Laurie and her book, plus an giveaway.         Meet Laurie Faria Stolarz!   Laurie Faria Stolarz is the author of several popular young adult novels including the Dark House series,...
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Dianna G.
Wow, this book sounds really intense. I like the cover! Didn't expect the summary.
Friday, 10 January 2020 22:37
Brittany
I've been hearing about this all over social media. Sounds so good!
Tuesday, 14 January 2020 08:03
Alex Colpitts
Interesting cover. Saw some giveaways for this one on Twitter as well.
Sunday, 19 January 2020 08:20
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Author Chat with Abigail Johnson (Every Other Weekend), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)

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  Today we're excited to chat with Abigail Johnson author of Every Other Weekend. Read on for more about Abigail and her book, plus an giveaway.         Meet Abigail Johnson!   Abigail Johnson was born in Pennsylvania. When she was twelve, her family traded in snowstorms for year-round...
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Brittany
Beautiful cover! Can't wait to read this one.
Tuesday, 14 January 2020 08:02
Alex Colpitts
Lot of people talking about this one on Twitter recently!
Sunday, 19 January 2020 08:20
Jen
This sounds like it'll sweep my emotions away and I love the cover. It's gorgeous!
Sunday, 19 January 2020 15:13
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Beth Edwards, Blog Manager

Author Of The Week: Author Chat with Beth Rodgers (Welcome To Chanu-Con!), 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!!         Meet Beth Rodgers, YABC's Author Of The...
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Author Chat with Rayya Deeb (Seneca Element), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)

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  Today we're excited to chat with Rayya Deeb author of Seneca Element. Read on for more about Rayya and her book, plus an giveaway.         Meet Rayya Deeb! Rayya Deeb is a Virginia Tech Hokie, born in London, England and raised in Northern Virginia. She lives in...
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Debra Branigan
I absolutely adore this cover art, but I am actually more interested in the premise of the story. This sounds very exciting and su... Read More
Monday, 16 December 2019 21:38
Brittany
Sounds really good. Added to my Goodreads TBR
Sunday, 22 December 2019 07:03
Alex Colpitts
This cover is sweet!!
Friday, 27 December 2019 21:59
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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
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
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
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
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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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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