Katie Slivensky

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February 2016

Katie Slivensky is the critically acclaimed author of middle grade sci-fi adventures, The Countdown Conspiracy and The Seismic Seven. She is a professional science educator and enthusiast who has worked in zoos and museums since age 11. Her love of learning has resulted in a lifetime of adventures, including helping separate fighting rhinos, falling down a cliff in search of fossils, flying an astronaut through the solar system (the astronaut was real, the solar system was a simulation), nursing a stranded baby mouse back to health, creating million-volt lightning bolts while standing just an inch away, and handling feisty alligators. She is a firm believer that science and adventure are for everyone, and that kids have a lot to teach adult ...more

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Average rating: 4.3 · 366 ratings · 111 reviews · 2 distinct works • Similar authors

	The Countdown Conspiracy 4.38 avg rating — 274 ratings — published 2017 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Seismic Seven 4.08 avg rating — 92 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Katie Slivensky rated a book it was amazing League of American Traitors by Matthew Landis (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This book was unputdownable! I can't remember the last time I had so much fun reading a book with a plot about American history. I'm blown away. The action was nonstop, the stakes were high, and the characters had some seriously important choices to ...more
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Katie Slivensky rated a book it was amazing Dare Mighty Things (Dare Mighty Things #1) by Heather Kaczynski (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Astronaut training! Peer competition! Cliffhangers! This book was SO much fun to read! I finished it in one sitting, because I got so sucked in. I just absolutely HAD to know what was going on with the mysterious mission the main character was traini ...more
May 24, 2017 04:15AM · 2 likes · like · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of Dare Mighty Things by Heather Kaczynski. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — Dare Mighty Things by Heather Kaczynski <iframe id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Katie Slivensky rated a book it was amazing Mama Loves You So (New Books for Newborns) by Terry Pierce (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
An absolutely sweet and adorable read. Nature fans, this is the book for you and your newborn! The gentle words and beautiful art is soothing and filled with love, just as the title suggests. Highly recommended!
Mar 28, 2017 02:33PM · 1 like · like · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of Mama Loves You So by Terry Pierce. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — Mama Loves You So by Terry Pierce <iframe id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Katie Slivensky rated a book it was amazing Nyxia (The Nyxia Triad, #1) by Scott Reintgen (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This was SUCH an engrossing adventure. Emmett is a fantastic hero, complex and believable, and completely perfect for this story. This is sci-fi at its best, in my opinion. NYXIA has a cast of characters you can't help but love, thrills and action th ...more
Feb 24, 2017 07:46AM · 1 like · like · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of Nyxia by Scott Reintgen. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — Nyxia by Scott Reintgen <iframe id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Katie Slivensky rated a book it was amazing Whobert Whover, Owl Detective by Jason June (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Adorable and hilarious! This is sure to get any kid laughing. The art matches perfectly with the prose, and you can find gags on every page. A very cute whodunit, with an ending fit for anyone with a sense of humor.
Feb 13, 2017 02:28PM · 2 likes · like · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of Whobert Whover, Owl Detective by Jason June. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — Whobert Whover, Owl Detective by Jason June <iframe id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Katie Slivensky rated a book it was amazing Jasmine Toguchi, Mochi Queen by Debbi Michiko Florence (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This is a fantastic story for any young go-getter! Jasmine wants to help her family with a special tradition, but keeps being told she can't. She's not old enough. She's a girl. But Jasmine won't take no for an answer, and goes after her ambition any ...more
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Katie Slivensky and 30 other people liked Marci Curtis's review of It Started With Goodbye: "You guys...SO MANY HEARTS TO THIS STORY. Absolutely loved this fresh, charming debut, brimming with friendship, family, and love. And--hello--SK. SK. AHHHHHHH.... dies swoons falls over dead"
Jan 22, 2017 11:08AM · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of It Started With Goodbye by Christina June. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — It Started With Goodbye by Christina June <iframe id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Katie Slivensky and 38 other people liked Laurie Flynn's review of It Started With Goodbye: "SUCH a fantastic debut. There is so much to love about this book: an authentic, realistic plot, conflicts you'll relate to, and a main character you'll wish you were friends with in real life. Plus, there's lots of humor and heart, and I adore a book" Read more of this review »
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Katie Slivensky and 45 other people liked Lisa Maxwell's review of It Started With Goodbye: "I had a chance to read this one early, and what a terrific debut! Tatum is such a three-dimensional and real character. It's a great contemporary take on the Cinderella tale that explores the complexities of family and friendships, love and change." Read more of this review »
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Katie Slivensky rated a book it was amazing American Street by Ibi Zoboi (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This. Book. Is. AMAZING. Ibi Zoboi truly weaved magic with this novel. Fabiola's story is so heartfelt, so real, so compelling, I don't even know where to start with this review! I loved every page of this book, and can't wait to read it again. This i ...more
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