It's no secret how much we love books here at Novel Novice - and if you're visiting this site, chances are, you love them too. But let's face it, there are a few things that go on in the publishing world that really annoy us, even when it comes to the books we love. Here... Continue Reading →
It's become one of our favorite traditions every year here at Novel Novice -- and one of yours, too, I think, judging by the wonderful reactions we always receive. It's time for YA books re-told by snowmen! We have 12 original illustrations -- all done by my very talented mom, Laurie -- each one inspired... Continue Reading →
It's become one of our favorite traditions every year here at Novel Novice -- and one of yours, too, I think, judging by the wonderful reactions we always receive. It's time for YA books re-told by snowmen! We have 12 original illustrations -- all done by my very talented mom, Laurie -- each one inspired... Continue Reading →
Several years since the publication of King Dork have passed, but the new sequel King Dork Approximately by Frank Portman picks up right where we left Tom Henderson and his friends. That is to say, hating high school, trying to pick up girls, and concocting an ever-revolving list of band names and logos. (If you... Continue Reading →
Several years since the publication of King Dork have passed, but the new sequel King Dork Approximately by Frank Portman picks up right where we left Tom Henderson and his friends. That is to say, hating high school, trying to pick up girls, and concocting an ever-revolving list of band names and logos. (If you... Continue Reading →
Recently, King Dork Approximately author Frank Portman came through Portland as part of a pre-publication tour. I had the pleasure of sitting down with Frank after his event to chat about the upcoming sequel to King Dork, the "Catcher Cult," writing music, and more. Check out my exclusive interview here, and keep scrolling for more... Continue Reading →
Recently, King Dork Approximately author Frank Portman came through Portland as part of a pre-publication tour. I had the pleasure of sitting down with Frank after his event to chat about the upcoming sequel to King Dork, the "Catcher Cult," writing music, and more. Check out my exclusive interview here, and keep scrolling for more... Continue Reading →
Here's a look at today's new YA releases: Vicious by Sara Shepard In Rosewood, Pennsylvania, reporters are lined up outside the historic courthouse, typing furiously at their iPhones with freshly manicured nails. Because the trial of the century is happening right here in Rosewood: the four pretty little liars have been accused of killing Alison... Continue Reading →
Today, we're excited to be kicking off the blog tour for The Wolf Chronicles by Dorothy Hearst. The first book was published by Simon & Schuster's adult division in 2008, but over the years the series' younger audience has grown considerably! Book 3, Spirit of the Wolves, hits store shelves this month, but we've got a... Continue Reading →
Today, we're excited to be kicking off the blog tour for The Wolf Chronicles by Dorothy Hearst. The first book was published by Simon & Schuster's adult division in 2008, but over the years the series' younger audience has grown considerably! Book 3, Spirit of the Wolves, hits store shelves this month, but we've got a... Continue Reading →
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