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It's Live!! Cover Reveal: Love Like Sky (Leslie C Youngblood), Plus Giveaway ~ (US/Canada Only)

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Hi, YABCers! Today we're excited to celebrate the cover reveal for  Love Like Sky  by Leslie C Youngblood, releasing November 2018 from Disney-Hyperion!       Before we get to the cover, here's a note from Leslie: Hello, YABC! I’m so excited to share the cover of my middle grade novel, LOVE...
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Danielle Hammelef
I adore the cover and love the message in the synopsis of a strong family.
Wednesday, 14 February 2018 19:47
Penny Olson
The cover is sweet. The story sounds really powerful.
Monday, 26 February 2018 23:15
Nicole Baker
I love the cover! The subtle Shadow is absolutely mind-blowing! It sounds like a wonderful book
Wednesday, 28 February 2018 23:10
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