You guys, it's heeeere! Daughter of the Pirate King by Tricia Levenseller is in stores TODAY! I loved this book SO much and I'm so excited it's out in the world now for all of you to buy, read, and enjoy. One of the reasons I love it so much is ... PIRATES! We need... Continue Reading →
5 Real-Life Lady Pirates
Part of what makes Daughter of the Pirate King by Tricia Levenseller so fantastic is the kick-ass lady pirate at the heart of the story. There aren't a lot of stories about lady pirates - and that's partly because there weren't a lot of lady pirates in real-life. But they did exist, and today, we're... Continue Reading →
Tricia Levenseller: Top 3 Fictional Pirates
Daughter of the Pirate King Takeover Week continues today, with a swashbuckling & swoon-worthy guest post from author Tricia Levenseller featuring her picks for the Top 3 Fictional Pirates. Be sure to keep reading for today's chance to win a copy of Tricia's book! 1. Captain Jack Sparrow First up is, of course, Captain Jack... Continue Reading →
14 YA Books to Read This Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and whether you plan to spend it with a sweetheart or you're flying solo, it's definitely a good time to dive into some fantastic stories about love. So without further ado, here are our picks for 14 YA Books About Love to Read this Valentine's Day: Famous in... Continue Reading →
Top 6 YA Books to Get You Through Winter + Contest
One of my favorite books of the year so-far is The Edge of Everything by Jeff Giles -- which is in stores NOW! -- and today, I'm so delighted to be hosting a stop on the official blog tour. (Including a CONTEST - so be sure to read all the way down for the details!)... Continue Reading →
5 YA Books to Get You in the Holiday Spirit
It's time to deck the halls and make with the jolly; the holiday season is upon us. We've even "decorated" here on the blog -- note our site header's Santa hat and our snowflake background? If you need a little fictional support to help get you in the spirit of the season, then look no... Continue Reading →
Top 6 Bookish Gifts to Give (or Get)
Thanksgiving is just a couple days away -- ooooh, I can't wait! -- and that means Christmas is lurking right around the corner. So of course holiday shopping is top of mind, as we think about all the wonderful gifts we'd like to give -- and receive -- this holiday season. Rather than a traditional... Continue Reading →
Barry Wolverton: Top 10 Things I Learned While Writing The Chronicles of the Black Tulip
The Dragon's Gate Takeover Week continues today, with a really fun guest post from author Barry Wolverton. Check it out below, and then keep reading for more about The Dragon's Gate -- IN STORES TODAY! -- and your chance to win a signed copy! Top 10 Things I Learned While Writing The Chronicles of the... Continue Reading →
Top 6 Reasons The Lovely Reckless is the Perfect Fall Read
It's here, it's here, it's heeeeere!!! The Lovely Reckless by Kami Garcia is now in stores everywhere -- and you should run, not walk (okay, maybe walk, be safe) -- but hustle nonetheless to your nearest bookstore and pick up a copy of this gorgeous book. I love this book so much -- my full... Continue Reading →
Top 10 Reasons You Should Be Reading Sarah Beth Durst // The Queen of Blood Blog Tour + Contest
I am super stoked today to be hosting a stop on the official blog tour for The Queen of Blood by Sarah Beth Durst, the first book in a stunning new fantasy series from one of my all-time favorite authors. Seriously. If Sarah Beth Durst writes it, I will read it. Why, you ask? Well,... Continue Reading →
