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Kayla King, Staff Reviewer

Percy Preview

Percy Preview
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  We're gearing up for the end of our Percy Jackson celebration, but that doesn't mean we're letting one of our favorite characters disappear forever. In fact, we're so excited to meet new characters and worlds. As part of that, we're sharing exclusive content from Magnus Chase and the Gods of...
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I honestly don't know any Norse myths but I would definitely love to learn some!
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Honestly the only Asgardian I'm familiar with is Thor. I love his character and the myth of Thor. Also I am obsessed with Marvel a... Read More
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The Valkyries and Odin and the Raven....
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Finding Camp Half Blood and More!

Finding Camp Half Blood and More!
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  Contributed by Kayla King, Blog Manager and Staff Reviewer   I still can't believe it has been ten years since Percy Jackson found his way into the hearts of readers. With the help of Disney-Hyperion, I get to discover the magic of Camp Half Blood all over again and now...
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Giveaway: Percy Jackson Box Set

Giveaway: Percy Jackson Box Set
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  It has been ten years since Percy Jackson found his way into the hearts of readers. To celebrate, YABC is helping to continue to spread the love!   For the next few months, we will continue to celebrate Rick Riordian and the amazing world he's shared with us over the...
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My favourite memory is when Tyson is "claimed". Oh, the feels.
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My favorite moment from Percy Jackson is when Percy is claimed by his father
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FEATURED GIVEAWAYS

Giveaway: Our Friendship Matters (Kimberley B Jones) ~ (US Only)
Our Friendship Matters (US Only) by: Kimberley B Jones Release Date: July 2020 Publisher: Rhetaskew Publishing Company LLC       About the Book: Kimberley B. Jones is a professional ear...
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Author Chat with Robyn Schneider (You Don't Live Here), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)
  Today we're excited to chat with Robyn Schneider author of You Don't Live Here. Read on for more about Robyn and her book, plus an giveaway.       Meet Robyn Schneider !  &n...
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Spotlight on Time Zero (Carolyn Cohagan), Guest Post, Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)
Today we're excited to spotlight Time Zero  by Carolyn Cohagan.  Read on for more about Carolyn and her book, an guest post, plus an giveaway!        Meet Carolyn Cohagan...
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Author Chat with Liara Tamani (All The Things We Never Knew), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)
  Today we're excited to chat with Liara Tamani author of All The Things We Never Knew. Read on for more about Liara and her book, plus an giveaway.       Meet Liara Tamani !  ...
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Spotlight on Kissing Lessons (Sophie Jordan), Excerpt, Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)
Today we're excited to spotlight Kissing Lessons  by Sophie Jordan.  Read on for more about Sophie and her book, an excerpt, plus an giveaway!        Meet Sophie Jordan !...
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Author Chat with Emily McKay (Storybound), Plus Giveaway! ~ (US Only)
  Today we're excited to chat with Emily McKay author of Storybound. Read on for more about Emily and her book, plus an giveaway.       Meet Emily McKay !       ...
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