As the school year fast approaches (and in some cases, has already begun), most students are preparing for the onslaught of required reading. But if you can squeeze in some books of your own choosing, here are 7 books perfect to get you in the mood for back to school. The Tragedy Paper by Elizabeth... Continue Reading →
Lisa Schroeder: “Why Setting is Important to Me”
Today, The Bridge from Me to You author Lisa Schroeder stops by to share an exclusive guest post about location, location, location! Thanks for taking the time to share with us, Lisa! *Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â *Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â * Why Setting is Important to Me by Lisa Schroeder It took me a while, as a writer, to realize how... Continue Reading →
Heir of Fire by Sarah J. Maas
Heir of Fire by Sarah J. Maas, the third book in the Throne of Glass series, is a slowly unfolding story of transformation and transition, as Celaena and her friends find themselves each individually facing the question: who do they want to be? Lost and broken, Celaena Sardothien’s only thought is to avenge the savage... Continue Reading →
Book Review: Heir of Fire by Sarah J. Maas
Heir of Fire by Sarah J. Maas, the third book in the Throne of Glass series, is a slowly unfolding story of transformation and transition, as Celaena and her friends find themselves each individually facing the question: who do they want to be? Lost and broken, Celaena Sardothien’s only thought is to avenge the savage... Continue Reading →
Sticky Fingers: DIY Duct Tape Projects
My how duct tape craft projects have changed since I was a teenager. When I was in high school, duct tape came in only one color -- silver. And the idea of using it for nontraditional craft projects was still fairly new and had not yet captivated mainstream media. I knew a few friends who... Continue Reading →
Book Review: Sticky Fingers: DIY Duct Tape Projects
My how duct tape craft projects have changed since I was a teenager. When I was in high school, duct tape came in only one color -- silver. And the idea of using it for nontraditional craft projects was still fairly new and had not yet captivated mainstream media. I knew a few friends who... Continue Reading →
The Bridge from Me to You: Verse Novels
Lisa Schroeder is one of the best YA verse novelists around, in my book -- and her latest, The Bridge from Me to You uniquely combines verse with prose in alternating chapters. New to verse novels? Here's a brief definition of them, plus a list of some other YA verse novels you should check out!... Continue Reading →
The Bridge from Me to You: Verse Novels
Lisa Schroeder is one of the best YA verse novelists around, in my book -- and her latest, The Bridge from Me to You uniquely combines verse with prose in alternating chapters. New to verse novels? Here's a brief definition of them, plus a list of some other YA verse novels you should check out!... Continue Reading →
GoneReading.com: The Perfect Place to Shop for Book Lovers
Most reviews here at Novel Novice are for books -- but let's face it. Even the most diehard reader needs to surface from the pages of a book sometime. And when we do return to the real world, we want to cling to our love of books and share it with the world. That's where... Continue Reading →
New YA Releases: August 19, 2014
Here's a look at some of today's new YA releases: False Future by Dan Krokos True Earth has returned during a massive snowstorm in Manhattan-and this time they have an army. Rhys, Noble, Sophia, and Peter know they don't stand a chance against the enemy without Miranda. And once they revive her, she's horrified to... Continue Reading →
