What does a TV show from the '90s have to do with a book blog covering contemporary young adult literature? That's probably what you're thinking right now. Along with, Hey, I thought your blog got it's start because of Twilight? Well, yes. If you know our origin story, you know that we got our start... Continue Reading →
Now that we've gotten our site migration & redesign all squared away, it's time to catch up on CONTEST WINNERS! Thanks so much for your patience. Without further ado, here are the winners from our December and January contests: Lost Stars Giveaway The winner of this contest will receive a copy of Star Wars:... Continue Reading →
Today, we're delighted to be hosting an exclusive Q&A with Tiara on the Terrace author Kristen Kittcher. Thanks for stopping by, Kristen! Be sure to keep reading for more about her latest book! What inspired the latest mystery in TIARA ON THE TERRACE? I’m a longtime resident of Pasadena, California -- home of what you... Continue Reading →
A charming story about the trials of middle school relationships and figuring out what really matters, The Pages Between Us by Lindsey Leavitt and Robin Mellom captures all the magic -- and challenges -- of navigating new experiences and new friendships. Told in letters, posters, blog posts, homework assignments, and more, The Pages Between Us... Continue Reading →
This is a book that my teenage self would have very much appreciated. The V-Word edited by Amber Keyser features 17 stories from celebrated young adult authors, chronicling their first sexual experiences. The stories are candid, funny, heartbreaking, honest, and exactly what teens -- especially teen girls -- need. HAVING SEX FOR THE FIRST TIME... Continue Reading →
Here's a look at today's new YA releases: Stars Above by Marissa Meyer The enchantment continues.... The universe of the Lunar Chronicles holds stories—and secrets—that are wondrous, vicious, and romantic. How did Cinder first arrive in New Beijing? How did the brooding soldier Wolf transform from young man to killer? When did Princess Winter and... Continue Reading →
Welcome to the new and (we think) improved Novel Novice! (If it looks the same to you ... well, give it time. We JUST redirected the URL this morning, and it can take a few hours for every corner of the Interwebs to update.) Yes, we've got a bit of a new look going on... Continue Reading →
Today, we begin our migration from WordPress.com to WordPress.org -- so please pardon our dust while we move. You won't really see anything here until we're finished migrating & turn the new site live. If everything goes as planned, you should see the shiny, brand-new Novel Novice on Monday! There will, of course, be a... Continue Reading →
Today's review is part of the official blog tour for Revenge & the Wild. Be sure to keep reading after the review for more about the book and its author, as well as your chance to win a copy! * Â Â Â Â Â Â *Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â * A seductive, wild western fantasy, Revenge & the Wild by... Continue Reading →
Today's review is part of the official blog tour for Revenge & the Wild. Be sure to keep reading after the review for more about the book and its author, as well as your chance to win a copy! * Â Â Â Â Â Â *Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â * A seductive, wild western fantasy, Revenge & the Wild by... Continue Reading →
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