The Official YABC Blog

All things news, updates, giveaways, and other goodies on Young Adult (and Kids!) Books Central.

Ismee Williams

Subscribe to this list via RSS
Kayla King, Staff Reviewer

Author Chat with Ismee Williams (Water in May), Plus Giveaway!

Screen-Shot-2017-09-16-at-10.02.26-AM



Today we're excited to chat with Ismee Wiliams , author of  Water in May .  Read on for more about Ismee and her book, plus a giveaway!   Meet Ismee Williams !       Ismée Williams is a former pediatric cardiologist at Columbia University Medical Center in New York City....
Continue reading
0
Tags:
Interview Author Chat Giveaway Ismee Williams Water in May
Tweet
Share on Pinterest
Recent Comments
John
The cover looks a bit water-y. The plot sounds concerning.
Saturday, 16 September 2017 20:05
Dianna G.
I like the cover! The summary is sad....15 years old? I wasn't ready for a baby at 29!
Wednesday, 20 September 2017 20:06
Danielle Hammelef
I like the cover. The synopsis sounds emotional and like a novel that will make me see this issue differently.
Saturday, 14 October 2017 12:34
  3291 Hits
  6 Comments
Kayla King, Staff Reviewer

Spotlight on Water in May (Ismée Williams) Plus Excerpt & Giveaway!

Screen-Shot-2017-08-16-at-10.23.26-AM


Today we're excited to spotlight Water in May by Ismée Williams, plus an excerpt and giveaway!  Meet Ismée Williams!   Ismée Williams is the author of WATER IN MAY (September 12, 2017; Abrams/Amulet Books), a pediatric cardiologist who trained and practiced for 15 years at Columbia University Medical Center in New York...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
Ismee Williams Water in May Giveaway Excerpt Spotlight
Tweet
Share on Pinterest
Recent Comments
John
I prefer covers that give me some idea what a book is about! Carrying a baby--sounds scary in any circumstance!
Wednesday, 16 August 2017 19:27
Aireanna Lesch
I really like the cover! It has a nice feel to it. The synopsis is also very interesting too ... Read More
Sunday, 03 September 2017 00:34
Mindy
I really like the cover. It's simple yet enough to make a reader curious. The synopsis is almost heartbreaking. It's something tha... Read More
Sunday, 10 September 2017 13:34
  1925 Hits
  6 Comments

FEATURED GIVEAWAYS

Indie Superstars with the Authors of Of Thorns and Beauty + Giveaway (US Only)
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 ...
Posted in News & Updates
Read more

Giveaway: The Meet-Cute Project (Rhiannon Richardson) ~ (US Only)
   The Meet-Cute Project (US Only) Author: Rhiannon Richardson Release Date: January 12th, 2021 Publisher: Simon & Schuster BFYR        About The Book To All the Boys...
Posted in News & Updates
Read more

Author Chat with Lani Forbes (The Jade Bones), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US/Can Only)
  Today we're excited to chat with Lani Forbes author of         The Jade Bones. Read on for more about Lani and her book, plus a giveaway!       Meet Lani Forb...
Posted in News & Updates
Read more

Giveaway: Golden Dreg Boy Series (D.K. Dailey) ~ (US Only)
   Golden Dreg Boy Series (US Only) by: D.K. Dailey Release Date: July 2nd, 2020 Publisher: Tillable Ground Dreams       About The Book 2 Prequels: Golden Dreg Boy, Prequel, T...
Posted in News & Updates
Read more

Author Of The Week: Author Chat with Julie Kagawa (The Iron Raven), 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...
Posted in News & Updates
Read more

Author Chat with Lisi Harrison (Girl Stuff), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)
  Today we're excited to chat with Lisi Harrison author of         Girl Stuff. Read on for more about Lisi and her book, plus a giveaway!       Meet Lisi Harris...
Posted in News & Updates
Read more

Latest Book Listings Added

The Problem with Pierre
The Problem with Pierre
 
0.0
 
0.0 (0)
The differences between Bertram and his neighbor Alan were never...
Noisy Tractor (I Can Learn)
Noisy Tractor (I Can Learn)
 
4.3
 
0.0 (0)
Children will love to press the soft, silicone buttons on...
Ravage the Dark (Scavenge the Stars, #2)
Ravage the Dark (Scavenge the Stars, #2)
 
4.3
 
0.0 (0)
Step into an opulent world filled with risk, romance, and...
Phoebe Unfired
Phoebe Unfired
 
0.0
 
0.0 (0)
CONNECTING IS TOUGH WHEN YOU CAN'T EVEN TOUCH ...
Thirty Talks Weird Love
Thirty Talks Weird Love
 
5.0
 
0.0 (0)
A 13-year-old girl growing up in Mexico is visited by...
Admission
Admission
 
5.0
 
0.0 (0)
Lie. Cheat. Bribe. How far would you go to get...
Running
Running
 
5.0
 
0.0 (0)
When fifteen-year-old Cuban American Mariana Ruiz’s father runs for president,...
City of Spells (Into the Crooked Place, #2)
City of Spells (Into the Crooked Place, #2)
 
4.7
 
0.0 (0)
City of Spells, the follow-up to Alexandra Christo's gritty YA...
Christmas Parade
Christmas Parade
 
4.5
 
0.0 (0)
A delightful Christmas board book filled with hilarious characters and...
Best Friend in the Whole World
Best Friend in the Whole World
 
5.0
 
0.0 (0)
Roland lives a quiet life filled with books, music, and...
Bird Show
Bird Show
 
4.3
 
0.0 (0)
Award-winning author-illustrator Susan Stockdale welcomes you to the Bird Show,...
Down Comes the Night
Down Comes the Night
 
4.3
 
0.0 (0)
He saw the darkness in her magic. She saw...
My Book of Feelings (My World)
My Book of Feelings (My World)
 
5.0
 
0.0 (0)
Inspired by the Montessori method of education this unique board...
Sweet & Bitter Magic
Sweet & Bitter Magic
 
4.7
 
0.0 (0)
In this charming debut fantasy perfect for fans of Sorcery...
My High School Rebel Boyfriend
My High School Rebel Boyfriend
 
3.8 (2)
 
0.0 (0)
He’s a rebel with a cause… to make my...
The Castle School (for Troubled Girls)
The Castle School (for Troubled Girls)
 
4.3
 
0.0 (0)
From New York Times bestselling author Alyssa Sheinmel comes...

Latest Member Reviews

Noisy Tractor (I Can Learn)
Noisy Tractor (I Can Learn)
 
4.3
Olivia Farr, Staff ReviewerOlivia Farr, Staff Reviewer
"NOISY TRACTOR is a cute board book with an interactive element that presents some farm-themed basics. Each page features some..."
Ravage the Dark (Scavenge the Stars, #2)
Ravage the Dark (Scavenge the Stars, #2)
 
4.3
Olivia Farr, Staff ReviewerOlivia Farr, Staff Reviewer
"RAVAGE THE DARK is a satisfying conclusion to a YA fantasy duology. In this sequel, we begin with Cayo, Amaya,..."
Thirty Talks Weird Love
Thirty Talks Weird Love
 
5.0
Kim Baccellia, Staff ReviewerKim Baccellia, Staff Reviewer
"One day, Thirty, a strange woman comes up to thirteen-year-old Anamaria and tells her she's from her future. Anamaria lives..."
Admission
Admission
 
5.0
Beth Rodgers, Staff ReviewerBeth Rodgers, Staff Reviewer
"‘Admission’ by Julie Buxbaum is a modern and definitely current read on a topic that has been in the news...."
Running
Running
 
5.0
Beth Rodgers, Staff ReviewerBeth Rodgers, Staff Reviewer
"‘Running’ by Natalia Sylvester is a trend-setting anthem for anyone who has ever wanted to be the change they wish..."
The Fire in the Glass
The Fire in the Glass
 
4.7
Samantha Gregory, Staff ReviewerSamantha Gregory, Staff Reviewer
"Lily can see the future and when she sees her friend killed, she tries to save her. Lily is an..."
City of Spells (Into the Crooked Place, #2)
City of Spells (Into the Crooked Place, #2)
 
4.7
Olivia Farr, Staff ReviewerOlivia Farr, Staff Reviewer
"CITY OF SPELLS is a stunning conclusion to an enthralling YA fantasy duology. The book plunges us into the story..."
Christmas Parade
Christmas Parade
 
4.5
Olivia Farr, Staff ReviewerOlivia Farr, Staff Reviewer
"CHRISTMAS PARADE is another cute and brightly colored board book from Boynton. In this book, children see a Christmas parade,..."
Best Friend in the Whole World
Best Friend in the Whole World
 
5.0
Olivia Farr, Staff ReviewerOlivia Farr, Staff Reviewer
"BEST FRIEND IN THE WHOLE WORLD is a sweet picture book about friends and doing the right thing. Roland lives..."
The Project
The Project
 
4.7
Kim Baccellia, Staff ReviewerKim Baccellia, Staff Reviewer
"What worked: This is one intense psychological tale of a girl trying to reconnect with her sister after she joins..."
The Threads of Magic
The Threads of Magic
 
3.0
Samantha Randolph, Promotions ManagerSamantha Randolph, Promotions Manager
"Pip picks pockets to get food for himself and his sister, El. When he picks something unexpected, a mysterious box..."
Bird Show
Bird Show
 
4.3
Olivia Farr, Staff ReviewerOlivia Farr, Staff Reviewer
"If birds had a fashion show, they would show off their unique plumage! BIRD SHOW is a brightly colored book..."