Today, we're kicking off our week-long feature on Zombies vs. Unicorns -- the new short story anthology edited by Holly Black and Justine Larbalestier. The concept originated on Holly's & Justine's blogs back in 2007, when the authors began debating which creature made for better YA fiction: zombies or unicorns? With Zombies vs. Unicorns, some... Continue Reading →
Enjoyed the last two winning pieces in our Cassie Clare steampunk writing contest? Check out this story from winner No. 3, Elizabeth T. (Read the first two winners' entries here and here.) _______ Of all days, it had to happen today. The wind lashed at the empty balloon of the Heron IV - not the... Continue Reading →
 The plague is rampant. As a female, you're considered property to be bought and sold. You are most likely illiterate. No wonder Lenah Beaudonte didn't look back after a vampire approached her in the orchard. The 15th century in which Lenah was born and grew up was one of immense change. Here are the highs points (and lows) of the... Continue Reading →
 The plague is rampant. As a female, you're considered property to be bought and sold. You are most likely illiterate. No wonder Lenah Beaudonte didn't look back after a vampire approached her in the orchard. The 15th century in which Lenah was born and grew up was one of immense change. Here are the highs points (and lows) of the... Continue Reading →
Here's the entry from winner No. 2, Jessyca-Ann P., in our Cassie Clare steampunk writing contest. You can see yesterday's entry here. Enjoy! Touching the Sun  He’s only nineteen-years-old and a complete hermit. That’s Arthur. Many think he’s absolutely mad (which is sorta true) and others don’t even notice him at all. His bright... Continue Reading →
I'm confused. It was reported earlier this week that Mockingjay debuted at No. 1, and yet, on the lists published on Sept. 3, it's nowhere to be found. What gives, New York Times? Granted, The Hunger Games is No. 1 in series books, but what about chapter books? CHAPTER BOOKS This Week  Weeks on List... Continue Reading →
I'm confused. It was reported earlier this week that Mockingjay debuted at No. 1, and yet, on the lists published on Sept. 3, it's nowhere to be found. What gives, New York Times? Granted, The Hunger Games is No. 1 in series books, but what about chapter books? CHAPTER BOOKS This Week  Weeks on List... Continue Reading →
Blown away. I was completely blown away at the entries for our Cassie Clare steampunk writing contest! We asked you to step it up a notch and you responded by sending us fantastic, imaginative pieces that literally had me asking for more! Some contests are difficult to judge but this was a pleasure ... I... Continue Reading →
There's an assortment of book-related news that has come our way this week ... here's a round-up of the headlines: * It seems three directors have come forward as front-runners to direct the movie adaptation of The Hunger Games: David Slade, Gary Ross and Sam Mendes. Read more at The Hunger Games Examiner. * Alyson... Continue Reading →
Today for our September Book of the Month feature on Infinite Days by Rebecca Maizel, we're spotlighting both of her book trailers. The first was created by Vania of VLC Productions -- who we love & adore. The second was created by Rebecca's UK publishers. Check out both trailers below, then tell us your thoughts... Continue Reading →
Novel Novice 