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Book Trailer Spotlight: The Hero’s Guide to Storming the Castle by Christopher Healy

Posted on May 10, 2013 by | 1 Comment

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Today for our May Book of the Month feature, we want to take a look at the hilarious book trailer for The Hero’s Guide to Storming the Castle by Christopher Healy (whose voice you may or may not recognize in this video):

The Hero’s Guide to Storming the Castle is in stores now!

hero's guide 2 high resPrince Liam. Prince Frederic. Prince Duncan. Prince Gustav. You remember them, don’t you? They’re the Princes Charming who finally got some credit after they stepped out of the shadows of their princesses – Cinderella, Rapunzel, Snow White, and Briar Rose – to defeat an evil witch bent on destroying all their kingdoms.

But alas, such fame and recognition only last so long. And when the princes discover that an object of great power might fall into any number of wrong hands, they are going to have to once again band together to stop it from happening – even if no one will ever know it was they who did it.

Christopher Healy, author of the acclaimed The Hero’s Guide to Saving Your Kingdom, takes us back to the hilariously fractured fairy-tale world he created for another tale of medieval mischief. Magical gemstones, bladejaw eels, a mysterious Gray Phantom, and two maniacal warlords bent on world domination – it’s all in a day’s work for the League of Princes.

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EXCLUSIVE: The Program by Suzanne Young Book Trailer Reveal

Posted on April 11, 2013 by | 3 Comments

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Today we have an exciting EXCLUSIVE debut for you … the book trailer for The Program by Suzanne Young.

Program, TheThe Program takes place in a sort-of alternate reality, where teen suicide has become a global epidemic. To combat this, The Program has been developed as a way to “cure” the infected teens … by erasing their memories.

The Program is a thrilling, romantic story filled with heartbreak, horror, and perseverance … because even in the face of death and loss, there is hope. It is in stores April 30th and you can pre-order it here.

Check out the trailer below & let  us know what you think in the comments!

Official Synopsis:

In Sloane’s world, true feelings are forbidden, teen suicide is an epidemic, and the only solution is The Program.

Sloane knows better than to cry in front of anyone. With suicide now an international epidemic, one outburst could land her in The Program, the only proven course of treatment. Sloane’s parents have already lost one child; Sloane knows they’ll do anything to keep her alive. She also knows that everyone who’s been through The Program returns as a blank slate. Because their depression is gone—but so are their memories.

Under constant surveillance at home and at school, Sloane puts on a brave face and keeps her feelings buried as deep as she can. The only person Sloane can be herself with is James. He’s promised to keep them both safe and out of treatment, and Sloane knows their love is strong enough to withstand anything. But despite the promises they made to each other, it’s getting harder to hide the truth. They are both growing weaker. Depression is setting in. And The Program is coming for them.

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The Madman’s Daughter by Megan Shepherd: Extra Goodies

Posted on February 8, 2013 by | Leave a comment

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Today we want to bring a few extra goodies for you to enjoy while reading our book of the month, The Madman’s Daughter by Megan Shepherd. And we’re starting with a desktop wallpaper that we created just for you! Just click below to view full-size, then right-click to save:

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And check out this stunning book trailer from HarperTeen:

Be sure to also check out the official playlist, and other goodies at the HarperTeen website.

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Exclusive Book Trailer Debut: Falling For You by Lisa Schroeder

Posted on December 27, 2012 by | Leave a comment

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Today, we are SO thrilled to be one of just a few blogs exclusively revealing the book trailer for Falling For You by Lisa Schroeder. Lisa’s new book comes out on Tuesday, January 1st (what a way to ring in the New Year!!!) and you can pre-order it HERE.

And now, on with the show …

falling for youHere’s more about Falling For You:

Rae’s always dreamed of dating a guy like Nathan. He’s nothing like her abusive stepfather—in other words, he’s sweet. But the closer they get, the more Nathan wants of her time, of her love, of her…and the less she wants to give.

As Rae’s affection for Nathan turns to fear, she leans on her friend Leo for support. With Leo, she feels lighter, happier. And possessive Nathan becomes jealous.

Then a tragedy lands Rae in the ICU. Now, hovering between life and death, Rae must find the light amid the darkness…and the strength to fight for life and the love she deserves.

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About Lisa:

lisa schroederLisa Schroeder is the author of four teen verse novels including I HEART YOU, YOU HAUNT ME and its companion, CHASING BROOKLYN, FAR FROM YOU, and the Oregon Book Award finalist, THE DAY BEFORE. Her latest book for teens is a combination of prose and poetry and is titled FALLING FOR YOU. She’s also the author of the middle grade novels IT’S RAINING CUPCAKES and SPRINKLES AND SECRETS. Her books have been translated into several languages and have been selected for state reading lists. She lives in Oregon with her husband, two sons, and the most adorable dog and cat in the entire world.

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Dive into the book trailer for Of Poseidon by Anna Banks

Posted on June 7, 2012 by | Leave a comment

Today, we want to feature the stunning & mysterious book trailer for Of Poseidon by Anna Banks, our June Book of the Month. If you’re not convinced you need to read this book yet, this trailer should do the trick:

Here’s more about Of Poseidon:

Galen is the prince of the Syrena, sent to land to find a girl he’s heard can communicate with fish. Emma is on vacation at the beach. When she runs into Galen—literally, ouch!—both teens sense a connection. But it will take several encounters, including a deadly one with a shark, for Galen to be convinced of Emma’s gifts. Now, if he can only convince Emma that she holds the key to his kingdom . . .

Told from both Emma and Galen’s points of view, here is a fish-out-of-water story that sparkles with intrigue, humor, and waves of romance.

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Novel Novice exclusive: Trailer for Want by Steph Lawton

Posted on June 4, 2012 by | 1 Comment

This week, we are so excited to be featuring Want by Stephanie Lawton … yes, the same Steph who contributes here at Novel Novice. She’s actually one of TWO Novel Novice contributors releasing debut novels this year. (Later this month, check out Chosen Ones by Tiffany Truitt). And if you count my comic book, there’s three of us who were published this year. WOW. Yep, 2012 is a big year for the Novel Novice staff.

But back to Stephanie … Want is available this week, and we’ll be featuring posts about her book each day to celebrate. Today, we are thrilled to bring you an exclusive first look at the book trailer for Want, created by another fellow Novel Novice contributor, Taylor!

Watch the video below, share your thoughts in the comments & then share it with your friends! Post it on blogs, Twitter, Facebook, etc!

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A Touch Morbid by Leah Clifford Trailer Premiere & Giveaway

Posted on February 14, 2012 by | 8 Comments

It’s release day for the official book trailers for A Touch Morbid by Leah Clifford, the second book in A Touch Trilogy — and we are so thrilled to be one of six blogs helping to reveal the two trailers. That’s right — you get TWO trailers.

Three of the participating blogs will be posting the Eden/Az trailer, and three others will be posting the Kristen trailer. Stop by all the blogs to see who got what trailer:

Here’s more about A Touch Morbid:

Eden won the battle-she saved her true love from the darkest evil. But the war has only just begun. With secrets swirling around her, powerful allies unraveling, and life-and death-as she knows it eroding, Eden and those she loves tread dangerous ground. Can she trust anyone? Will her unearthly powers be her salvation or her downfall? A sweeping, dark, and sexy paranormal romance that will haunt readers with an inventive mythology and a cinematic New York City filled with shadows and longing.

You can pre-order personalized signed copies of A Touch Morbid from Leah’s local Indie, The Learned Owl and check out THIS POST from Leah to learn how to pre-order, about her Tea Party launch party and other fun release events she has planned.

And now … the Eden & Az Trailer:

GIVEAWAY TIME!

Trailer premiere giveaway: one trailer viewer will win a signed set of A Touch Morbid & A Touch Mortal!
  • 1 winner will receive a signed hard cover of A Touch Mortal and a signed ARC of A Touch Morbid.
  • Enter up to 6 times by visiting all 6 blogs and viewing both trailers.
  • Use THIS FORM to enter the giveaway.
  • The giveaway ends 2/20 at 11:59 PM central time.
  • All of PageTurnersBlog giveaway rules apply.  This includes that the giveaway is open internationally, but if you live outside of the US and choose to enter, you are responsible for the shipping cost.

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Watch the Clockwork Prince “Dirty Sexy Balcony Scene”!

Posted on December 13, 2011 by | Leave a comment

The DSBS Blog Treasure Hunt has come to its end … and that means all you fans of Clockwork Prince by Cassandra Clare can now watch the unedited “Dirty Sexy Balcony Scene” filmed by VLC Productions.

Here’s where to go to get all the clues:

Just unscramble each letter to figure out the password. Then, go to Mundie Moms for the link & user name to view the full DSBS.

When you’ve watched it, come back here & tell us what you think in the comments!

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Best of 2011: Our Favorite YA Book Trailers of the Year

Posted on December 2, 2011 by | 5 Comments


We here at Novel Novice love a good book trailer, and this year it seems as if the bar has really been raised. We are increasingly impressed with the quality and beauty of these book trailers.

So as we mark the end of 2011, here are our top 5 favorite book trailers of the year:

1. The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer by Michelle Hodkin

Hands-down, the best book trailer I’ve ever seen. This production’s professional behind the scenes crew is obvious in every aspect. Every time I watch this video, I want to re-read  the book:

2. A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness

As gorgeous as the book itself, the trailer for A Monster Calls is beautiful and haunting and perfectly evokes the emotions you’ll feel while reading it:

3. Where Things Come Back by John Corey Whaley

A quiet trailer that perfectly matches the mood of the book. Whaley and some friends put together this video on a shoestring budget, but you’d never know it based on the quality of this trailer. We especially love the blurb quoted at the 1:13 mark:

4. Liesl & Po by Lauren Oliver

The custom song written for this trailer is catchy and haunting, and you’ll be glad there’s a free download available because it will be stuck in your head. But the animation is also charming — and though the video is a bit on the long side for a book trailer, it is lovely to look at:

5. City of Fallen Angels by Cassandra Clare

It’s hard to choose our favorite book trailer from Vania of VLC Productions, but this one wins because not only is it a thrill to watch — but it also generated a huge fan fervor. The weekend Vania shot this trailer, it became a trending topic on Twitter. It also gave us the outtake from the DSAS:

For the comments: What’s your favorite book trailer of 2011? Any others you think should have made our list? Share the links below!

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Explore This Dark Endeavor in author video & book trailer

Posted on October 6, 2011 by | 3 Comments

Want to delve deeper into our October Book of the Month, This Dark Endeavor by Kenneth Oppel? Look no further than the videos below — first, the official book trailer. Then, keep watching for a video with Ken himself, who lends more insight into this creepy and delightful book!

And here’s more with author Kenneth Oppel, including the possibility of a This Dark Endeavor movie:

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