Today, we kick off our July 2014 Book of the Month, featuring Brazen by Katherine Longshore -- a delightful new twist on history from the Tudor-era. I ADORED this book, and I can't wait to share it with you all. Below, learn more about the book, then scroll down to snag the desktop wallpaper calendar!... Continue Reading →
Introducing Brazen by Katherine Longshore
Today, we kick off our July 2014 Book of the Month, featuring Brazen by Katherine Longshore -- a delightful new twist on history from the Tudor-era. I ADORED this book, and I can't wait to share it with you all. Below, learn more about the book, then scroll down to snag the desktop wallpaper calendar!... Continue Reading →
New YA Releases: July 1, 2014
Here's a look at some of today's new YA releases: Wildflower by Alecia Whitaker The best songs come from broken hearts. Sixteen-year-old Bird Barrett has grown up on the road, singing backup in her family's bluegrass band, and playing everywhere from Nashville, Tennesee to Nowhere, Oklahoma. One fateful night, Bird fills in for her dad... Continue Reading →
The Wig in the Window by Kristen Kittscher
I'm so excited about the release of The Wig in the Window by Kristen Kittscher. When I find an adventure that has great action, believable characters (no stereotypes) and page-turning mystery, I'm hooked. Official synopsis: "Best friends and seventh graders Sophie Young and Grace Yang have made a game out of spying on their neighbors.... Continue Reading →
The Wig in the Window Review
I'm so excited about the release of The Wig in the Window by Kristen Kittscher. When I find an adventure that has great action, believable characters (no stereotypes) and page-turning mystery, I'm hooked. Official synopsis: "Best friends and seventh graders Sophie Young and Grace Yang have made a game out of spying on their neighbors.... Continue Reading →
The Best of The Stepsister’s Tale by Tracy Barrett
Today marks the end of our June Book of the Month feature for The Stepsister's Tale by Tracy Barrett. But before we bid adieu to this fabulous re-imagining of the Cinderella story, we're going to take a look back at highlights from this month's features! Another POV Writing Contest You have until midnight (PT) tonight... Continue Reading →
The Best of The Stepsister’s Tale by Tracy Barrett
Today marks the end of our June Book of the Month feature for The Stepsister's Tale by Tracy Barrett. But before we bid adieu to this fabulous re-imagining of the Cinderella story, we're going to take a look back at highlights from this month's features! Another POV Writing Contest You have until midnight (PT) tonight... Continue Reading →
14 Ultimate YA Summer Reads for 2014
Summer is HERE, and that means it's time to grab some shades, a picnic blanket, and your best beach read for some outdoor reading time in the lovely warmth and sunshine. As far as I'm concerned, ANY book can be the perfect summer read, as long as you enjoy reading it. But if you really... Continue Reading →
Tracy Barrett: The Stepsister’s Tale Q&A Part 3
Today, we bring you part 3 of our exclusive Q&A with The Stepsister's Tale author Tracy Barrett. If you missed it, catch part 1 here and part 2 here. FLASH QUESTIONS! Favorite decade? It’s a tossup between the 470s BCE and the 1260s CE. I know, I’m a nerd. *Sara's note: That's probably the best... Continue Reading →
Tracy Barrett: The Stepsister’s Tale Q&A Part 3
Today, we bring you part 3 of our exclusive Q&A with The Stepsister's Tale author Tracy Barrett. If you missed it, catch part 1 here and part 2 here. FLASH QUESTIONS! Favorite decade? It’s a tossup between the 470s BCE and the 1260s CE. I know, I’m a nerd. *Sara's note: That's probably the best... Continue Reading →
