The Official YABC Blog

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

Playlist

Subscribe to this list via RSS
Beth Edwards, Blog Manager

Spotlight on Smooth (Matt Burns), Plus Playlist & Giveaway! ~ (US/Can Only)

36572776




  Today we're excited to spotlight Smooth (Matt Burns).  Read on for more about Matt, plus a playlist and giveaway!         Meet  Matt Burns !          Matt Burns grew up in Alpharetta, Georgia and wrote this book in New York. He currently works as an animation...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
Smooth Matt Burns Playlist Candlewick Press giveaway
Tweet
Share on Pinterest
Recent Comments
Jessica Robayo
I'm looking forward to reading this! The cover really catches your eye and the playlist tie-in is great.
Tuesday, 07 July 2020 13:19
Morgan
This cover is hilarious!
Tuesday, 14 July 2020 13:32
Danielle Hammelef
The cover is humorous which matches the synopsis. This book sounds emotional and real.
Friday, 24 July 2020 14:30
  902 Hits
  7 Comments
Kayla King, Staff Reviewer

Spotlight on When the Beat Drops by Anna Hecker, Plus Playlist & Giveaway!

Screen-Shot-2018-05-17-at-10.34.25-AM













Today we're excited to spotlight  When the Beat Drops  by Anna Hecker!  Read on for more about Anna and her book, plus a playlist & giveaway!    Meet Anna Hecker!   Anna Hecker grew up at the dead end of a dirt road in Vermont. She holds an MFA from The...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
giveaway Spotlight Anna Hecker When the Beat Drops Playlist
Tweet
Share on Pinterest
Recent Comments
Melanie Bracco
I just love the cover and the synopsis sounds awesome!
Tuesday, 22 May 2018 18:40
Erin
Oh man oh man this book sounds incredible for the summer! I've been looking for something like this for one of my my summertime ti... Read More
Sunday, 27 May 2018 23:15
Candice Gigous
The cover is cool. The synopsis is very interesting. Sounds like an awesome read.
Monday, 28 May 2018 03:32
  2141 Hits
  6 Comments
Beth Edwards, Blog Manager

YABC Scavenger Hunt: What I Leave Behind (Alison McGhee), Plus Playlist, & Extra Giveaway!

WIL_20180401-041035_1



Today we're excited to share an playlist from Alison McGhee's What I Leave Behind  as part of the YABC Scavenger Hunt!  Read on for more about Alison 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 ...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
giveaway Playlist YABC 2018 Scavenger Hunt Alison McGhee What I Leave Behind
Tweet
Share on Pinterest
Recent Comments
John
Great cover, and it sounds intriguing!
Sunday, 01 April 2018 22:21
Kara S
The cover is cool and easygoing, and the themes this story deals with are as tough as can be. I respect both and am so excited to... Read More
Sunday, 08 April 2018 05:21
Penny Olson
The cover and story are very powerful.
Tuesday, 10 April 2018 00:10
  1449 Hits
  6 Comments
Beth Edwards, Blog Manager

YABC Scavenger Hunt: The Traitor Prince (CJ Redwine), Plus Playlist & Extra Giveaway!

TheTraitorPrince



Today we're excited to share an playlist for CJ Redwine's The Traitor Prince  as part of the YABC Scavenger Hunt!  Read on for more about CJ 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 ...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
YABC 2018 Scavenger Hunt Giveaway Playlist CJ Redwine Scavenger Hunt
Tweet
Share on Pinterest
Recent Comments
Tiffany Engler
I am in love with this cover and I can't wait to read it!
Monday, 19 March 2018 12:02
Edit~A
THIS BOOK IS ON MY TBR LIST LIKE SINCE FOREVER!!! ILOVE THE COVER!! I ACTUALLY LOVE ALL THE COVERS OF THIS SERIES!! CAN'T WAIT TO ... Read More
Friday, 23 March 2018 03:22
Candice Gigous
The cover is very cool. The synopsis is interesting. Fairy tale retellings are always great and I really want to read this one.... Read More
Saturday, 24 March 2018 04:53
  2456 Hits
  13 Comments
Beth Edwards, Blog Manager

YABC Scavenger Hunt: #Murder Trending (Gretchen McNeil), Plus Top Ten List & Extra Giveaway!

MurderTrending



Today we're excited to share an playlist from Gretchen McNeil's #MurderTrending  as part of the YABC Scavenger Hunt!  Read on for more about Gretchen 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 !...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
Giveaway YABC 2018 Scavenger Hunt Gretchen McNeil Playlist Scavenger Hunt
Tweet
Share on Pinterest
Recent Comments
Dianna G.
Wow, this sounds like a powerful story! The cover is simple yet effective, and the hashtag in the title makes it sound very curre... Read More
Monday, 19 March 2018 10:13
Edit~A
Modern life... this is where we are moving... Sounds and looks relevant
Friday, 23 March 2018 03:21
Danielle Hammelef
The cover fits the current times and the synopsis well. The books sounds suspenseful and emotional to read.
Sunday, 25 March 2018 19:32
  3032 Hits
  12 Comments
Beth Edwards, Blog Manager

YABC Scavenger Hunt: Roar (Cora Carmack), Plus Playlist & Extra Giveaway!

Roar



Today we're excited to share an playlist from Cora Carmack's Roar  as part of the YABC Scavenger Hunt!  Read on for more about Cora 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 !...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
Giveaway YABC 2018 Scavenger Hunt TorTeen Playlist Scavenger Hunt
Tweet
Share on Pinterest
Recent Comments
Edit~A
I love a story about arranged marriages (ONLY IN THE FICTIONAL ASPECT)!! I am intrigued with this story. Hopefully they will end u... Read More
Friday, 23 March 2018 03:12
Candice Gigous
The cover is very dramatic. The synopsis makes you want more. Sounds like an exciting read.
Saturday, 24 March 2018 04:47
John
The cover is very original and I liked learning about the book!
Saturday, 24 March 2018 22:45
  1511 Hits
  15 Comments
Beth Edwards, Blog Manager

YABC Scavenger Hunt: Poison's Cage (Breeana Shields), Plus Playlist & Extra Giveaway!

PoisonsCage



Today we're excited to share an playlist from Breeana Shield's Poison's Cage  as part of the YABC Scavenger Hunt!  Read on for more about Breeana 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...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
Giveaway YABC 2018 Scavenger Hunt Playlist Scavenger Hunt Breeana Shields
Tweet
Share on Pinterest
Recent Comments
Dianna G.
This cover is deliciously creepy. Those snakes look like they could slither off the page! I haven't read the first book, but lov... Read More
Monday, 19 March 2018 09:49
Edit~A
I love the cover! Have heard a lot about the series, but haven't read them yet. This synopsis gets me excited about it!
Friday, 23 March 2018 03:07
Candice Gigous
The cover is eye-catching and creepy like the cover for Poison's Kiss. The synopsis is very intriguing. Both books sound like thri... Read More
Saturday, 24 March 2018 04:43
  1462 Hits
  12 Comments
Kayla King, Staff Reviewer

Spotlight on Ever the Brave by Erin Summerill, Plus 5 Songs From Book Playlist, & Giveaway!

Screen-Shot-2017-11-29-at-10.47.57-AM



Today we're excited to spotlight  Ever the Brave  by Erin Summerill, plus a book playlist, and giveaway!    Meet Erin Summerill   With a B.A. in English, Erin Summerill aspired to be a writer, but first she grabbed a Nikon and became a professional wedding photographer. When she isn’t writing, she’s chasing...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
Ever the Brave Erin Summerill Playlist Giveaway Spotlight
Tweet
Share on Pinterest
Recent Comments
Lily M.
Love the red on the cover, can't wait to see what happens ?
Tuesday, 05 December 2017 05:17
Precious J Hernandez
The books are so gorgeous. I’m definitely interested in adding Ever The Brave to my TBR.
Saturday, 09 December 2017 13:04
Emily
Really like this series covers.
Wednesday, 13 December 2017 21:33
  2662 Hits
  10 Comments
Beth Edwards, Blog Manager

Spotlight on Frankie (Shivaun Plozza) & Playlist, Plus Giveaway!

Frankie



Today we're excited to spotlight Shivaun Plozza's book  Frankie.   Read on for more about Shivaun and her book, an playlist and enter the giveaway!       Meet  Shivaun Plozza ! Shivaun Plozza lives in Melbourne, Australia. Frankie is her debut novel.   Website  *  Twitter  *  Instagram    ...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
Playlist Shivaun Plozza Frankie Flatiron Books Giveaway
Tweet
Share on Pinterest
Recent Comments
Hannah
Love how fierce the main character looks on the cover
Monday, 27 November 2017 01:14
Emily
Really like the cover and the synopsis sounds promising.
Tuesday, 28 November 2017 20:40
Kelly G
I really like the cover for this one - it's different and I can't wait to see how the story plays out.
Friday, 01 December 2017 15:37
  2479 Hits
  6 Comments
Beth Edwards, Blog Manager

Blog Tour: Playlist for Dragonfly Song (Wendy Orr) , Plus Giveaway!

DBT



Today we're excited to be part of the blog tour for Wendy Orr's book  Dragonfly Song. Read on for more about Wendy, her book, an playlist, and giveaway!       Meet Wendy Orr ! Wendy Orr was born in Edmonton, Canada, but grew up in various places across Canada, France,...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
Giveaway Blog Tour Playlist Wendy Orr Dragonfly Song
Tweet
Share on Pinterest
Recent Comments
Hannah
Love the colors on the cover
Sunday, 12 November 2017 02:40
Danielle Hammelef
I enjoy the cover. The synopsis sounds fun to read.
Sunday, 19 November 2017 11:51
Penny Olson
The cover is beautiful and powerful. I would love to read this book especially since I have been to Crete.
Monday, 20 November 2017 23:39
  2905 Hits
  4 Comments
    Previous    
1 2 3

FEATURED GIVEAWAYS

Indie Superstars with the Author of No Place Like Homecoming + Giveaway (US + 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 ...
Posted in News & Updates
Read more

Giveaway: Go The Distance (A Twisted Tale: Hercules) (Jen Calonita) ~ (US Only)
Go The Distance (US Only) by: Jen Calonita Release Date: April 6th, 2021 Publisher: Disney Books       About the Book Go the Distance, the 11th book in the New York Times best-selling s...
Posted in News & Updates
Read more

Five Best Books to Get Kids Interested in History and Science! + Win A Copy of Leo, Inventor Extraordinaire (Luke Cunningham) ~ (US Only)
Today we're excited to spotlight Leo, Inventor Extraordinaire  by Luke Cunningham!  Read on for more about Luke and his book, an guest post, plus an giveaway!        Meet...
Posted in News & Updates
Read more

Author Chat with Erin Soderberg Downing (The Great Peach Experiment: When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Peach Pie), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)
  Today we're excited to chat with Erin Soderberg Downing author of When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Peach Pie.  Read on for more about Erin, her book, plus an giveaway!      ...
Posted in News & Updates
Read more

Author Chat with Julie Moffett (White Knights), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)
  Today we're excited to chat with Julie Moffett author of White Knights.  Read on for more about Julie, her book, plus an giveaway!          Meet Julie Moffett ! Ju...
Posted in News & Updates
Read more

Author Chat with Anne-Sophie Jouhanneau (Kisses and Croissants), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)
  Today we're excited to chat with Anne-Sophie Jouhanneau author of Kisses and Croissants.  Read on for more about Anne-Sophie, her book, plus an giveaway!          ...
Posted in News & Updates
Read more

Latest Book Listings Added

Colors of Habitats
Colors of Habitats
 
4.0
 
0.0 (0)
The brand-new sequel to a well-reviewed bestseller that has been...
Noble Thief (Fantasy and Fairytales Book 6)
Noble Thief (Fantasy and Fairytales Book 6)
 
0.0
 
0.0 (0)
A prince of two kingdoms. A woman fighting against the...
10 Truths and a Dare
10 Truths and a Dare
 
3.7
 
0.0 (0)
It's Senior Party Week, that magical in-between time after classes...
All These Bodies
All These Bodies
 
0.0
 
0.0 (0)
Sixteen bloodless bodies. Two teenagers. One impossible explanation. ...
The Beautiful Ones
The Beautiful Ones
 
4.0
 
0.0 (0)
They are the Beautiful Ones, Loisail’s most notable socialites, and...
I Am the Shark
I Am the Shark
 
4.7
 
0.0 (0)
What makes the great white shark (one of) the greatest...
Made in Korea
Made in Korea
 
4.7
 
0.0 (0)
Frankly in Love meets Shark Tank in this feel-good romantic...
Take Me Home Tonight
Take Me Home Tonight
 
3.0
 
0.0 (0)
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off meets Nick and Nora’s Infinite...
The People We Choose
The People We Choose
 
3.3
 
5.0 (1)
When 17-year-old Calliope meets her new neighbor Max, their...
Hurricane Summer
Hurricane Summer
 
4.3
 
0.0 (0)
In this sweeping debut, Asha Bromfield takes readers to...
Slingshot
Slingshot
 
4.7
 
0.0 (0)
An exciting debut contemporary young adult novel perfect for...
The Keeper of Night
The Keeper of Night
 
0.0
 
5.0 (1)
Death is her destiny. Half...
The Girls are Never Gone
The Girls are Never Gone
 
0.0
 
0.0 (0)
The Conjuring meets Sadie when seventeen-year-old podcaster Dare takes an...
White Smoke
White Smoke
 
0.0
 
0.0 (0)
The Haunting of Hill House meets Get Out in this...
All Kinds of Other
All Kinds of Other
 
4.3
 
0.0 (0)
In this tender, nuanced coming-of-age love story, two boys—one...
Antipodes
 
0.0
 
0.0 (0)
Antipodes is a unique work of fiction, set in present-day...

Latest Member Reviews

Colors of Habitats
Colors of Habitats
 
4.0
Olivia Farr, Staff ReviewerOlivia Farr, Staff Reviewer
"COLORS OF HABITATS is a beautifully illustrated oversized book of inspiration for artists. The book walks through different habitats from..."
10 Truths and a Dare
10 Truths and a Dare
 
3.7
Olivia Farr, Staff ReviewerOlivia Farr, Staff Reviewer
"10 TRUTHS AND A DARE is a book about family and owning up to your mistakes. Olivia is about to..."
The Beautiful Ones
The Beautiful Ones
 
4.0
Kim Baccellia, Staff ReviewerKim Baccellia, Staff Reviewer
"It's the start of Grand Season and Nina's chance to join the Beautiful Ones, Loisail's notable socialites, hasn't gone well...."
A Song of Wraiths and Ruin (A Song of Wraiths and Ruin #1)
A Song of Wraiths and Ruin (A Song of Wraiths and Ruin #1)
 
5.0
Caitlin Haines, Indie Assistant Blogger, Staff ReviewerCaitlin Haines, Indie Assistant Blogger, Staff Reviewer
"This was... one of the best books I've read in a long time. It was one of my absolute favorite..."
Yes No Maybe So
Yes No Maybe So
 
5.0
Caitlin Haines, Indie Assistant Blogger, Staff ReviewerCaitlin Haines, Indie Assistant Blogger, Staff Reviewer
"I should start by saying I don't normally read books involving politics because I read to escape real life. That..."
I Am the Shark
I Am the Shark
 
4.7
Olivia Farr, Staff ReviewerOlivia Farr, Staff Reviewer
"I AM THE SHARK is a fun and educational picture book about self-confidence. A great white shark is introducing the..."
The Bachmann Family Secret
The Bachmann Family Secret
 
3.0
Samantha Gregory, Staff ReviewerSamantha Gregory, Staff Reviewer
"This book had some good ideas, especially a young man coming to terms with his sexuality, but it felt somewhat..."
Made in Korea
Made in Korea
 
4.7
Olivia Farr, Staff ReviewerOlivia Farr, Staff Reviewer
"MADE IN KOREA is a sweet romantic-comedy about competition, family, and reaching for your dreams. Valerie runs a very successful..."
The Keeper of Night
The Keeper of Night
 
5.0
MELINA JAMESMELINA JAMES
"HOW I GOT MY HUSBAND BACK WITH THE HELP OF DR.IFADE CONTACT ON WHATS_APP NUMBER +1(551)333-5249. OR HIS EMAIL ..."
Perfectly Parvin
Perfectly Parvin
 
5.0
Olivia Farr, Staff ReviewerOlivia Farr, Staff Reviewer
"PERFECTLY PARVIN is a laugh-out-loud, charming YA contemporary fiction read. Parvin is about to begin her freshman year of high..."
Thirty Talks Weird Love
Thirty Talks Weird Love
 
5.0
kathy melnickkathy melnick
"******PLEASE READ***** URGENT EFFECTIVE LOVE SPELL TO GET YOUR EX BACK FAST AND TO SAVE YOUR..."
Photos Framed: A Fresh Look at the World's Most Memorable Photographs
Photos Framed: A Fresh Look at the World's Most Memorable Photographs
 
5.0
kathy melnickkathy melnick
"******PLEASE READ***** URGENT EFFECTIVE LOVE SPELL TO GET YOUR EX BACK FAST AND TO SAVE YOUR..."
Book Nerd
Book Nerd
 
N/A
kathy melnickkathy melnick
"******PLEASE READ***** URGENT EFFECTIVE LOVE SPELL TO GET YOUR EX BACK FAST AND TO SAVE YOUR..."
The Love Song of Ivy K. Harlowe
The Love Song of Ivy K. Harlowe
 
3.0
Olivia Farr, Staff ReviewerOlivia Farr, Staff Reviewer
"THE LOVE SONG OF IVY K. HARLOWE is a new adult read about love, pining, and friendship. Andie is 19..."
The People We Choose
The People We Choose
 
5.0
kathy melnickkathy melnick
"******PLEASE READ***** URGENT EFFECTIVE LOVE SPELL TO GET YOUR EX BACK FAST AND TO SAVE YOUR..."
The Missing: The True Story of My Family in World War II
The Missing: The True Story of My Family in World War II
 
5.0
Ollis BatorOllis Bator
"My Name Ollis Bator from Tx USA. After 12years of marriage, me and my husband have been into one quarrel..."
Moon & Shadow: A tale of Liamec (Tales of Liamec Book 1)
Moon & Shadow: A tale of Liamec (Tales of Liamec Book 1)
 
4.3
Stephanie Wyatt, Staff ReviewerStephanie Wyatt, Staff Reviewer
"Overall, This book was different from anything I've read in a while. It was more like a folktale which was..."
The People We Choose
The People We Choose
 
3.3
Olivia Farr, Staff ReviewerOlivia Farr, Staff Reviewer
"THE PEOPLE WE CHOOSE is an intriguing YA contemporary about how we define family. Calliope is nearly 18 years old,..."
The Missing: The True Story of My Family in World War II
The Missing: The True Story of My Family in World War II
 
4.0
Beth Rodgers, Staff ReviewerBeth Rodgers, Staff Reviewer
"‘The Missing: The True Story of My Family in WWII’ by Michael Rosen shares the story of a family who..."
The Raven and the Dove
The Raven and the Dove
 
5.0
Stephanie Augustine, Staff ReviewerStephanie Augustine, Staff Reviewer
"I've honestly had my eye on this book for a while, and finally decided to pick it up. As the..."