There are a ton of new books out today (as we noted earlier), but there's one in particular that we just have to spotlight. That book is Chosen Ones by Tiffany Truitt, the first in a seductive new dystopian trilogy from Entangled Publishing. First of all, we're huge fans of this book here at Novel... Continue Reading →
Of Poseidon: Triton and Poseidon in Mythology
We continue our exploration of myths and themes relating to our June Book of the Month Of Poseidon by Anna Banks today, with a look at Triton & Poseidon. Readers of the book will discover that Triton and Poseidon represent warring factions of mermaids (or "Syrena") in the novel. But their roots are a bit... Continue Reading →
Of Poseidon: Triton and Poseidon in Mythology
We continue our exploration of myths and themes relating to our June Book of the Month Of Poseidon by Anna Banks today, with a look at Triton & Poseidon. Readers of the book will discover that Triton and Poseidon represent warring factions of mermaids (or "Syrena") in the novel. But their roots are a bit... Continue Reading →
New Young Adult Book Releases: June 12, 2012
Today, there are a TON of new releases ... many of which we are super excited about. However, we are MOST excited about this first one on our list because it is the debut novel of our contributor (and sister site, Novel Novice Twilight founder) Tiffany Truitt! Chosen Ones by Tiffany Truitt What if you... Continue Reading →
Amorah Light: The Adventures of the Light Sisters Q&A + Spotlight
How often have you read a book that foretells the coming of a worldwide event for peace? How many times have you been touched by a message because of its simple truth, rather than its agenda? Although I typically stay away from books I feel carry a “lesson” or specific purpose (other than the pure... Continue Reading →
Amorah Light: The Adventures of the Light Sisters Q&A + Spotlight
How often have you read a book that foretells the coming of a worldwide event for peace? How many times have you been touched by a message because of its simple truth, rather than its agenda? Although I typically stay away from books I feel carry a “lesson” or specific purpose (other than the pure... Continue Reading →
Of Poseidon by Anna Banks: Mermaid Mythology
Of Poseidon by Anna Banks is our June Book of the Month, and since it features mermaids so heavily, we wanted to spend some time this week exploring mermaid mythology, mermaids in pop culture, and other related topics! Today, we're diving deep to explore MERMAIDS. Mermaids have appeared in stories and myths from many cultures... Continue Reading →
Of Poseidon by Anna Banks: Mermaid Mythology
Of Poseidon by Anna Banks is our June Book of the Month, and since it features mermaids so heavily, we wanted to spend some time this week exploring mermaid mythology, mermaids in pop culture, and other related topics! Today, we're diving deep to explore MERMAIDS. Mermaids have appeared in stories and myths from many cultures... Continue Reading →
Writing Prompt: Conflict Triangle
Submission from a previous writing prompt: SweetSarcasm shared this take on "London Bridge" for the "Twist a Nursery Rhyme" prompt. Thanks, SweetSarcasm! This month, we'll focus on conflict. And I don't mean a big ol' fight to the death between characters. This prompt is inspired by an exercise from a class on conflict I took last month. Conflict is... Continue Reading →
Arise by Tara Hudson
The afterlife sure can be a bitch. Just as Amelia from Arise by Tara Hudson, the newly-released sequel to Hereafter. After all, navigating a human-ghost romance is no easy feat on its own – but add to that demonic entities on the prowl, exorcism-happy Seers, and a slough of other complications, and it’s no wonder... Continue Reading →
