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Spotlight on Tied Up In You (Erin Fletcher) Plus Guest Post & Giveaway!

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Today we're spotlighting   Tied Up In You !  Read on for more about Erin, her book, plus an guest post and giveaway!       ~ Note From Erin ~ Hi everyone! I’m excited to be here on YABC with an excerpt from my latest YA romance, Tied Up In...
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Aireanna Lesch
I like the cover just because I love Converse shoes!! And this sounds like a nice light-hearted book that'll just give me some fee... Read More
Saturday, 15 July 2017 09:41
Emily
I think the cover is cute. And I heard this is a cute series!
Tuesday, 01 August 2017 14:30
ADELIA MASTIKA
I always try new genre and new author but seriously I really love YA romance eps book contains sport (hockey player actually) . ca... Read More
Sunday, 06 August 2017 21:45
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YABC Scavenger Hunt: What I Lost (Alexandra Ballard), Plus Guest Post & Extra Giveaway!

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Today we're excited to share  a guest post for Alexandra Ballard's What I Lost as part of the YABC Scavenger Hunt!  Read on for more about Alexandra and her novel! And don't forget to answer the question from this post on the Scavenger Hunt form for a chance to win the ...
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John
The cover made me see the world in a whole new way. The synopsis was crisp and efficient.
Sunday, 09 July 2017 19:27
Dianna G.
The cover is an interesting play on words with photography. The chocolate speaks to me! I didn't see a synopsis but the guest pos... Read More
Sunday, 09 July 2017 20:47
Tiffany Engler
The cover looks delicious! I think this book sounds wonderful and inspiring in every way.
Monday, 10 July 2017 11:35
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YABC Scavenger Hunt: Witchtown (Cory Putman Oakes), Plus Guest Post & Extra Giveaway!

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Today we're excited to share  an guest post from Cory Putman Oakes as part of the YABC Scavenger Hunt!  Read on for more about Cory and her novel! And don't forget to answer the question from this post on the Scavenger Hunt form for a chance to win the  Grand Prize...
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John
The cover made me see the world in a whole new way. The synopsis was crisp and efficient.
Sunday, 09 July 2017 19:27
Dianna G.
I'm not entering the giveaway because I already have a copy of this book (YAY) but it is amazing! Love the list of books in this... Read More
Sunday, 09 July 2017 20:43
Sean Daly
The cover art is emotive and mysterious... The paranormal reads you listed are fantastic-- Can't wait for Witchtown!
Monday, 10 July 2017 19:49
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YABC Scavenger Hunt: Internet Famous (Danika Stone), Plus Guest Post & Extra Giveaway!

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Today we're excited to share an guest post from  Danika Stone  as part of the YABC Scavenger Hunt!  Read on for more about Danika and her novel!   And don't forget to answer the question from this post on the Scavenger Hunt form for a chance to win the  Grand Prize...
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John
The cover is well designed, the synopsis filled in some important details!
Sunday, 09 July 2017 19:08
Danielle
Fun, quirky, and fandom. This book will be great.
Monday, 10 July 2017 22:25
Aireanna Lesch
This book sounds super cool! I really like the cover, and it definitely caught my eye! ... Read More
Wednesday, 12 July 2017 11:25
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YABC Scavenger Hunt: Love and Other Alien Experiences (Kerry Winfrey), Plus Guest Post & Extra Giveaway!

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Today we're excited to share an playlist for  Kerry Winfrey's Love and Other Alien Experience's  as part of the YABC Scavenger Hunt!  Read on for more about Kerry and her novel! And don't forget to answer the question from this post on the Scavenger Hunt form for a chance to win...
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John
The cover is well designed, the synopsis filled in some important details!
Sunday, 09 July 2017 19:08
Penny Olson
I love the sci-fi cover. The synopsis sounds interesting. A real teenager with a real problem.
Sunday, 16 July 2017 23:24
Danielle Lynn
Adorable cover! This sounds like it'll be a quirky, heartwarming, and romantic read.
Monday, 17 July 2017 16:03
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YABC Scavenger Hunt: Romeo, Juliet and Jim (Iva-Marie Palmer & Larry Schwartz), Plus Guest Post & Extra Giveaway!

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Today we're excited to share  an guest post from Iva-Marie Palmer & Larry Schwartz's Romeo, Juliet and Jim as part of the YABC Scavenger Hunt!  Read on for more about Iva-Marie & Larry and their novel! And don't forget to answer the question from this post on the Scavenger Hunt form...
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Dianna G.
Cute cover! The summary had me at Shakespeare + Gossip Girl -- who would have put those 2 together?
Sunday, 09 July 2017 21:35
Tiffany Engler
Cute cover and super adorable story!!!
Monday, 10 July 2017 11:25
Danielle Lynn
I love the cover and the synopsis really has me ensnared. But I have to say, I'm already shipping Romeo and Juliet. Get lost, Jim.... Read More
Wednesday, 12 July 2017 19:39
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Blog Tour, Guest Post, & Giveaway: Emily and the Spellstone (Michael Rubens)

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Welcome to Day #7 of the  Emily and the Spellstone  Blog Tour! To celebrate the release of  Emily and the Spellstone  by Michael Rubens (6/13/17), blogs across the web are featuring exclusive content from Michaek and 10 chances to win a copy of  Emily and the Spellstone,  as well as a ...
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Pam Flynn
Ooh! A Stone that looks like a phone! This is a seriously fun looking read and the cover catches my eye and makes me want to read ... Read More
Saturday, 08 July 2017 20:53
Danielle Hammelef
I love the cover, especially the colors and excitement. This book sounds fun to read.
Monday, 24 July 2017 19:18
Danielle Lynn
I think the cover is very cute and fitting for a middle grade book. The synopsis is unique and sounds quite entertaining.... Read More
Wednesday, 26 July 2017 12:27
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Spotlight on The Things They've Taken (Katie McElhenney) Plus Guest Post & Giveaway!

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Today we're spotlighting   The Things They've Taken !  Read on for more about Katie, her book, plus an guest post and giveaway!       Meet  Katie McElhenney ! Katie McElhenney was born in Philadelphia into a big family of curious kids and patient adults. A voracious reader and unapologetic...
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Dianna G.
I just love the cover. The bird-shaped figure in the water is very cool. The synopsis has me interested! I added it to my wishl... Read More
Monday, 26 June 2017 21:44
Anne
Love the cover and the story sounds exciting!
Sunday, 02 July 2017 01:43
Aireanna Lesch
The cover is very abstract! And the story sounds very funny.
Tuesday, 04 July 2017 11:35
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YABC Scavenger Hunt: Bad Romance (Heather Demetrios), Plus Guest Post & Giveaway!

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Today we're excited to share  Heather Demetrios's guest post as part of the YABC Scavenger Hunt!  Read on for more about Heather and her novel! And don't forget to answer the question from this post on the Scavenger Hunt form for a chance to win the  Grand Prize !      ...
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John
The cover is gorgeous, but it's so sad that there's a bad romance!
Sunday, 18 June 2017 15:51
Dianna G.
I love the cover - very artistic. The summary has its own suspense, but the author interview - wow. That's what drew me in! Way ... Read More
Sunday, 18 June 2017 17:34
Julie
The cover is so beautiful! The story sounds sad but really good!
Thursday, 22 June 2017 02:22
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YABC Scavenger Hunt: This Darkness Mine (Mindy McGinnis), Plus Guest Post & Extra Giveaway!

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Today we're excited to share  Mindy McGinnis's guest post as part of the YABC Scavenger Hunt!  Read on for more about Mindy and her novel! And don't forget to answer the question from this post on the Scavenger Hunt form for a chance to win the  Grand Prize !      ...
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John
The cover is very slashing, and it sounds thrilling and chilling!
Sunday, 18 June 2017 15:17
Dianna G.
The summary is awesome! Added it to my TBR list right away. I don't think I expected such a powerfully charged story based on th... Read More
Sunday, 18 June 2017 17:52
Patrick Peek
The cover is not my fav, but the book synopsis sounds like something I cannot wait to read.
Wednesday, 21 June 2017 12:16
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It’s Live!! Cover Reveal: Dating Nashville by Ann Maree Craven & Michelle MacQueen + Giveaway (US Only)
Hi, YABCers! Today we're excited to celebrate the cover reveal for  DATING NASHVILLE by Ann Maree Craven & Michelle MacQueen, releasing September 25, 2019 from Twin Rivers Press! Before we ge...
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Author Of The Week: Chat with Mara Rutherford (Crown Of Coral And Pearl), 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 Rayne Lacko (A Song For The Road), Plus Giveaway!
  Today we're excited to chat with Rayne Lacko author of A Song For The Road.  Read on for more about Rayne and her book, plus an giveaway!          Meet Rayne Lacko...
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Author Chat with Kendare Blake (Five Dark Fates), Plus Giveaway!
  Today we're excited to chat with Kendare Blake author of Five Dark Fates.  Read on for more about Kendare and her book, plus an giveaway!          Meet Kendare Bla...
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Spotlight on Only Ashes Remain (Rebecca Schaeffer), Excerpt, Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)
Today we're excited to spotlight Only Ashes Remain by Rebecca Schaeffer.  Read on for more about Rebecca and her book, an excerpt, plus an giveaway!          Meet Rebecca...
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Author Of The Week: Chat with Sara Raasch (These Divided Shores), 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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Artemis Fowl: The Graphic Novel
 
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Into the Crooked Place (Into the Crooked Place, #1)
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To Kill a Kingdom
To Kill a Kingdom
 
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A Warm Friendship
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Winter's Captive
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