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Indie Superstars with Bianca Scardoni + Giveaway (US + International)

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Welcome to YA Books Central's " Indie Superstars" column . This  monthly  event will  spot light  the best and brightest of the indie community. You don’t want to  miss out on these  talented authors This month, staff reviewer and assistant Indie Manager, Michelle Lynn, interviews Bianca Scardoni, author of The Marked...
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FEATURED GIVEAWAYS

Giveaway: Awesome Achievers Prize Pack (US/Canada Only)
Title of Books: Awesome Achievers in Technology and Awesome Achievers in Science Written by: Alan Katz Illustrated by: Chris Judge Release Date: August 6, 2019 Publisher: Running Press Kids   Abo...
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Spotlight on Stormrise (Jillian Boehme), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US/Canada Only)
Today we're excited to spotlight Stormrise by Jillian Boehme.  Read on for more about Jillian and her book, plus an giveaway!            Meet Jillian Boehme ! JILLIA...
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Author Of The Week: Chat with Derek Milman (Swipe Right For Murder), 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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Author Chat with Rebekah Crane (Postcards For A Songbird), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)
  Today we're excited to chat with Rebekah Crane author of Postcards For A Songbird.  Read on for more about Rebekah and her book, plus an giveaway!          Meet Re...
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Author Chat with Jill Criswell (Beasts Of The Frozen Sun), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)
  Today we're excited to chat with Jill Criswell author of Beasts Of The Frozen Sun.  Read on for more about Jill and her book, plus an excerpt and an giveaway!        &n...
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Author Chat with Susan Forest (Bursts Of Fire), Excerpt, Plus Giveaway!
  Today we're excited to chat with Susan Forest author of Bursts Of Fire.  Read on for more about Susan and her book, plus an excerpt and an giveaway!          Meet ...
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