Today, we've got part 2 of our 3-part exclusive interview with Lauren DeStefano, the author of our April Book of the Month, Wither. Would you ever consider writing any spin-offs (short stories or books) about any of the other characters in WITHER? Maybe the other wives or Linden? (Because we'd read those -- we'd totally... Continue Reading →
Today, we've got part 2 of our 3-part exclusive interview with Lauren DeStefano, the author of our April Book of the Month, Wither. Would you ever consider writing any spin-offs (short stories or books) about any of the other characters in WITHER? Maybe the other wives or Linden? (Because we'd read those -- we'd totally... Continue Reading →
Here's a look at some of today's new releases in YA: The Gathering (Darkness Rising) by Kelley Armstrong Strange things are happening in Maya's tiny Vancouver Island town. First, her friend Serena, the captain of the swim team, drowns mysteriously in the middle of a calm lake. Then, one year later, mountain lions are spotted... Continue Reading →
The theatrical release of the movie adaptation of Sara Gruen's Water for Elephants is just a couple weeks away. And we're excited to see this movie for a lot of reasons -- not just because of Robert Pattinson's swoon-worthy factor, but because the novel is simply AMAZING, and we can't wait to see how it... Continue Reading →
The theatrical release of the movie adaptation of Sara Gruen's Water for Elephants is just a couple weeks away. And we're excited to see this movie for a lot of reasons -- not just because of Robert Pattinson's swoon-worthy factor, but because the novel is simply AMAZING, and we can't wait to see how it... Continue Reading →
It's that time of year again, when the American Library Association announces the top 10 most challenged library books of the last year. These are the books that parents have tried to get banned from libraries because they disagree with the subject matter in some way. And of course, these challenges are generally shot down... Continue Reading →
Bio: Perkins created a super cool video introduction. Check it out below: Notable Books: Secret Keeper (April 2010) : a novel for teens set in 1970s India that's an IRA Notable Book for a Global Society and made the ALA's Amelia Bloomer list of great titles that empower girls. Monsoon Summer (Currently in stores):Â Fifteen-year... Continue Reading →
Today, we are thrilled to present to you part 1 of our 3-part exclusive interview with Wither author Lauren DeStefano! What's the story behind the story? What was your inspiration/creative spark for WITHER? If I knew, I'd bottle it and take a swig every time I was hurting for writing mojo. All I know for... Continue Reading →
Today, we are thrilled to present to you part 1 of our 3-part exclusive interview with Wither author Lauren DeStefano! What's the story behind the story? What was your inspiration/creative spark for WITHER? If I knew, I'd bottle it and take a swig every time I was hurting for writing mojo. All I know for... Continue Reading →
National Library Week: Create your own story @ your library What is National Library Week? First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country each April. It is a time to celebrate the contributions of our nation's libraries and librarians and... Continue Reading →
Novel Novice 