Right from page 1, paragraph 1, Southern architecture forms the "exquisite" bones of Ivy Springs, Tennessee, (based on Franklin, TN), the setting for Hourglass by Myra McEntire. Our main character, Emerson, lives in a warehouse her architect brother converted into lofts. He also renovated the former phone company and turned it into a restaurant, aptly called the... Continue Reading →
Forbidden by Tabitha Suzuma is not an easy read -- but it is a beautiful book, with a heartbreaking story of forbidden love. Forbidden tells the story of 17-year-old Lochan and 16-year-old Maya. Together, they've raised their three younger siblings due to a neglectful and alcoholic mother. But through all that time filling parental roles,... Continue Reading →
Forbidden by Tabitha Suzuma is not an easy read -- but it is a beautiful book, with a heartbreaking story of forbidden love. Forbidden tells the story of 17-year-old Lochan and 16-year-old Maya. Together, they've raised their three younger siblings due to a neglectful and alcoholic mother. But through all that time filling parental roles,... Continue Reading →
It's heeeeere! The Day Before by Lisa Schroeder is in stores now -- and we've got your exclusive first look at the official book trailer: Now that you've watched it, spread the love! Re-post this trailer on your blogs, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, etc. Share it everywhere -- then go out and pick up your copy... Continue Reading →
It's heeeeere! The Day Before by Lisa Schroeder is in stores now -- and we've got your exclusive first look at the official book trailer: Now that you've watched it, spread the love! Re-post this trailer on your blogs, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, etc. Share it everywhere -- then go out and pick up your copy... Continue Reading →
Today we continue our look at Hourglass author Myra McEntire's favorite Southern spots! 6. Downtown Nashville, Tennessee: I could people watch there for HOURS. Also, lots of live music and spectacular food. 7. Destin, Florida: Once I visited the white sand beaches of the Gulf Coast, I was hooked. (Rachel Hawkins is also a fan... Continue Reading →
Today we continue our look at Hourglass author Myra McEntire's favorite Southern spots! 6. Downtown Nashville, Tennessee: I could people watch there for HOURS. Also, lots of live music and spectacular food. 7. Destin, Florida: Once I visited the white sand beaches of the Gulf Coast, I was hooked. (Rachel Hawkins is also a fan... Continue Reading →
Here's a look at some of today's new YA releases: The Day Before by Lisa Schroeder Amber’s life is spinning out of control. All she wants is to turn up the volume on her iPod until all of the demands of family and friends fade away. So she sneaks off to the beach to spend... Continue Reading →
Today marks 100 days until Wordstock Festival in Portland, Oregon! It's happening October 6-9th this year -- and once again, I'm serving as the children's & YA author coordinator. And honestly, I couldn't be more excited about this year's line-up. We're still waiting to finalize a few more names, but in honor of hitting this... Continue Reading →
Guess what, friends? Tomorrow The Day Before by Lisa Schroeder hits store shelves -- and we're so excited for Lisa's new book, that we've dedicated a whole week to celebrate its release! Tomorrow, we'll bring you an exclusive first look at the official book trailer for The Day Before (hint: it's beautiful). Then, every day... Continue Reading →
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