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July 24, 2013
SCBWI New Authors Panel in Chicago
Tomorrow I'll be on another panel, here in Chicago. Here are the details:
July 25th - (Thursday) - SCBWI New Authors Panel Discussion - It's a Summer Cavalcade of Debut Children's Authors!
When: Thursday, July 25thTime: 6:30-8 p.m.Where: 57th Street Books, 1301 East 57th Street in ChicagoCost: Free Join us at 57th Street Books in Hyde Park for the next SCBWI South Side Chicago Network panel discussion. We're featuring four debut children's authors who will share their journey to publication, how they broke through and won over an editor, whether they used an agent or didn't, the role of revision, what it's like selling and marketing, and much more. The lineup! Demitria Lunetta whose dystopian YA "In the After" (HarperTeen) hits shelves in late June http://demitrialunetta.blogspot.com/ Tom Watson whose middle-grade "Stick Dog" (HarperCollins) came out in January and is already a four-book series http://www.harpercollinschildrens.com/books/Stick-Dog-Wants-Hot/?isbn13=9780062110800&tctid=100 Liesl Shurtliff whose middle-grade novel "Rump" (Knopf) is garnering critics' praise http://lieslshurtliff.com/ Eileen Meyer whose non-fiction picture book "Who's Faster?" (Mountain Press) is just the first of many new titles from this author http://www.eileenmeyerbooks.com/books.html Hope to see you there!
July 25th - (Thursday) - SCBWI New Authors Panel Discussion - It's a Summer Cavalcade of Debut Children's Authors!
When: Thursday, July 25thTime: 6:30-8 p.m.Where: 57th Street Books, 1301 East 57th Street in ChicagoCost: Free Join us at 57th Street Books in Hyde Park for the next SCBWI South Side Chicago Network panel discussion. We're featuring four debut children's authors who will share their journey to publication, how they broke through and won over an editor, whether they used an agent or didn't, the role of revision, what it's like selling and marketing, and much more. The lineup! Demitria Lunetta whose dystopian YA "In the After" (HarperTeen) hits shelves in late June http://demitrialunetta.blogspot.com/ Tom Watson whose middle-grade "Stick Dog" (HarperCollins) came out in January and is already a four-book series http://www.harpercollinschildrens.com/books/Stick-Dog-Wants-Hot/?isbn13=9780062110800&tctid=100 Liesl Shurtliff whose middle-grade novel "Rump" (Knopf) is garnering critics' praise http://lieslshurtliff.com/ Eileen Meyer whose non-fiction picture book "Who's Faster?" (Mountain Press) is just the first of many new titles from this author http://www.eileenmeyerbooks.com/books.html Hope to see you there!
July 22, 2013
ARC Spotlight – STARGLASS by Phoebe North
Terra has never known anything but life aboard the Asherah, a city-within-a-spaceship that left Earth five hundred years ago in search of refuge. At sixteen, working a job that doesn't interest her, and living with a grieving father who only notices her when he's yelling, Terra is sure that there has to be more to life than what she's got.
But when she inadvertently witnesses the captain's guard murdering an innocent man, Terra is suddenly thrust into the dark world beneath her ship's idyllic surface. As she's drawn into a secret rebellion determined to restore power to the people, Terra discovers that her choices may determine life or death for the people she cares most about. With mere months to go before landing on the long-promised planet, Terra has to make the decision of a lifetime--one that will determine the fate of her people.
Recommended for fans of: YA Sci-fi, Dystopian
I loved STARGLASS for so many reasons, so let me try to break them down here. J Firstly I love the feel of the book, that classic Sci-fi spaceship journey feel. I also love the dystopian aspect…you know something’s not quite right on the Starglass, and you can’t help but turn the pages to find out what that something is. You may think it’s just another ACROSS THE UNIVERSE, but it’s actually a fresh spin on the idea. North weaves action, familial issues, and social intrigue together to form an amazing book. I also love how North uses Jewish culture as her basis for the ships society, and her characters deal with tough issues, including coming to terms with their sexuality, as well as uncovering the truth aboard the Starglass. There’s also a bang up twist at the end, which will have you wishing for the sequel. I highly recommend this book for any YA sci-fi fans out there!
STARGLASS releases tomorrow, July 23rd!
July 17, 2013
Book Spotlight – THE NEPTUNE PROJECT by Polly Holyoke
With her weak eyes and useless lungs that often leave her gasping for air, Nere feels more at home swimming with the dolphins her mother studies than she does hanging out with her classmates. Nere has never understood why she is so much more comfortable and confident in the water than on land until the day she learns the shocking truth—she is one of a group of kids who have been genetically altered to survive in the ocean. These products of the "Neptune Project" are supposed to build a better future under the waves, safe from the terrible famines and wars and that rock the surface world.
But there are some big challenges ahead of her: no one ever asked Nere if she wanted to be part of a science experiment; the other Neptune kids aren't exactly the friendliest bunch, and in order to reach the safe haven of the new Neptune colony, Nere and her fellow mutates must swim across hundreds of miles of dangerous ocean, relying on their wits, their loyal dolphins and one another to evade terrifying undersea creatures and a government that will stop at nothing to capture the Neptune kids ... dead or alive.
Fierce battle and daring escapes abound as Nere and her friend race to safety in this action-packed marine adventure.
Recommended for fans of: MG or YA Dystopian/Action Adventure.
This MG dystopian is packed with action, an exciting plot, and loveable characters. I was really drawn to the MC, Nere, and her plight; finding out that she is part of a genetics experiment that created humans who could live in the ocean. Within the first few chapters, Nere’s life is changed forever and the reader empathizes with her fear and resentment. But Nere is also strong and courageous and really drives the story forward. Although this book is MG, I think a lot of older teens would like it too. Definite rec to any pre-teen/teen interested in marine biology or who is looking for a fun spin on the dystopian genre.
THE NEPTUNE PROJECT is available now!
July 15, 2013
IN THE AFTER on the Apocalypse Blog Hop
Check out my interview on the very cool Apocalypse Blog Hop here at Christy's Love of Books. I answer some pretty great questions...including
If you had to be stuck with one celebrity in the post-apocalypse world, who would you want it to be?
Visit Christy's blog to find out what I said and enter to win a signed copy of IN THE AFTER (or if you already have a copy, a t-shirt!)
July 12, 2013
Signing at Barbara's Bookstore in Burr Ridge, IL
Tomorrow I'll be at Barbara's Bookstore in Burr Ridge, IL at 3pm. If you're in the area stop by and pick up a personalized copy of IN THE AFTER! Here's the address and phone number:
Barbara's Bookstore
810 Village Center Dr.
Burr Ridge, IL 60527
630.920.1500
Hope to see you there!
Barbara's Bookstore
810 Village Center Dr.
Burr Ridge, IL 60527
630.920.1500
Hope to see you there!
July 10, 2013
ARC Spotlight - 45 Pounds (More or Less) by K.A. Barson
I originally posted this review in January, but with this amazing book releasing tomorrow I wanted to repost!
Here are the numbers of Ann Galardi’s life:
She is 16.
And a size 17.
Her perfect mother is a size 6.
Her Aunt Jackie is getting married in 10 weeks, and wants Ann to be her bridesmaid.
So Ann makes up her mind: Time to lose 45 pounds (more or less) in 2 1/2 months.
Welcome to the world of informercial diet plans, wedding dance lessons, embarrassing run-ins with the cutest guy Ann’s ever seen—-and some surprises about her NOT-so-perfect mother.
And there’s one more thing. It’s all about feeling comfortable in your own skin-—no matter how you add it up!
Recommended for fans of: YA Contemporary
This book really hit home. It’s not just for teens that have struggled with their weight, but for anyone who has ever had a problem in life they felt they had no control over. Ann’s just happens to be her weight. She thinks that all of her troubles will be solved if she can just lose 45 pounds. Even with the low self esteem, she’s a very likeable MC, easy to relate to. She’s also a bit clueless. I love how Ann’s character develops throughout the book, as she learns more about herself, her friends, and her family. She discovers that she’s not as alone in her struggles as she thought. A very satisfying read!
45 POUNDS (MORE OR LESS) releases tomorrow, July 11th and is one of Amazon's best teen books for July!
Here are the numbers of Ann Galardi’s life:
She is 16.
And a size 17.
Her perfect mother is a size 6.
Her Aunt Jackie is getting married in 10 weeks, and wants Ann to be her bridesmaid.
So Ann makes up her mind: Time to lose 45 pounds (more or less) in 2 1/2 months.
Welcome to the world of informercial diet plans, wedding dance lessons, embarrassing run-ins with the cutest guy Ann’s ever seen—-and some surprises about her NOT-so-perfect mother.
And there’s one more thing. It’s all about feeling comfortable in your own skin-—no matter how you add it up!
Recommended for fans of: YA Contemporary
This book really hit home. It’s not just for teens that have struggled with their weight, but for anyone who has ever had a problem in life they felt they had no control over. Ann’s just happens to be her weight. She thinks that all of her troubles will be solved if she can just lose 45 pounds. Even with the low self esteem, she’s a very likeable MC, easy to relate to. She’s also a bit clueless. I love how Ann’s character develops throughout the book, as she learns more about herself, her friends, and her family. She discovers that she’s not as alone in her struggles as she thought. A very satisfying read!
45 POUNDS (MORE OR LESS) releases tomorrow, July 11th and is one of Amazon's best teen books for July!
July 8, 2013
Edits Are In!
I just hit send on my edits for book 2, IN THE END and I am so happy with how it's turned out. I also got a recent glimpse of the cover, and though I can't share right now, I can tell you that I love it. It goes perfectly with the IN THE AFTER cover.
I'm going to take a few days to recover, but I'll be back Wednesday!
I'm going to take a few days to recover, but I'll be back Wednesday!
July 5, 2013
The Blog Chain - Guilty Pleasure Reading
The Blog Chain question this week is: What are your guilty pleasure books/genres? My guilty pleasure reading is historical fiction...which I admit doesn't sound like it should be a guilty pleasure. It's far from dull, though. I once described historical fiction as a retelling of "really old gossip" and the juicier the better. Especially anything to do with royal intrigue. There's always murder, adultery, international espionage, and of course pampered royalty who have more power than sense. I love love love anything by Philippa Gregory.
And I also love any historical fiction that is also a ghost story...here' a recent one I read that was fantastic:
Keep following this topic on the chain and check out Michelle’s blog on Monday, or look back at Katrina's post from yesterday. What are your guilty pleasure books/genres?
And I also love any historical fiction that is also a ghost story...here' a recent one I read that was fantastic:
Keep following this topic on the chain and check out Michelle’s blog on Monday, or look back at Katrina's post from yesterday. What are your guilty pleasure books/genres?
July 1, 2013
IN THE AFTER Launch Party Pics!
My launch party was sooooo much fun! Here's some pics:
Class Five was there to help out :)
Cupcakes!!!
A lot of wonderful people popped in and out throughout!
Want to see more pics? There are more on FB here:
Class Five was there to help out :)
Cupcakes!!!
A lot of wonderful people popped in and out throughout!
Want to see more pics? There are more on FB here:
June 28, 2013
Busy Busy Busy
Today may seriously be the busiest day of my life! Check out all that's going on, and if you're in Chicago stop by one of these many event and say hi! don't miss my book launch at 7:30 at the Book Cellar (info below). Hope to see you all :)
June 28th (Friday) - Breaking Out: Veronica Roth and Debut Authors from The Class of 2k13 Discuss Their Upcoming Books
When: 11:00am to 12:00pm Location: Hilton Chicago Waldorf Room
Description: Come hear NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author Veronica Roth and debut authors from The Class of 2k13 talk about their exciting new books. This is your chance to meet the potential stars of tomorrow, today. This session will include a brief question and answer period AND a teen fiction trivia contest (librarians vs. authors) for fabulous prizes!
Panelists include: Caela Carter, ME, HIM THEM AND IT (YA Contemporary); Debra Driza MILA 2.0 (YA Sci/fi); Polly Holyoke THE NEPTUNE PROJECT (MG Sci/fi); Justina Ireland VENGEANCE BOUND (YA Urban Fantasy); Demitria Lunetta IN THE AFTER (YA Post-Apocalyptic); Jennifer McGowan MAID OF SECRETS (YA Historical); Nicole McInnes BRIANNA ON THE BRINK (YA Contemporary); Kate Karyus Quinn ANOTHER LITTLE PIECE (YA Literary Horror); Liesl Shurtliff RUMP, THE TRUE STORY OF RUMPELSTILTSKIN (MG Fantasy); Tamera Wissinger GONE FISHING (MG Novel In Verse).
June 28th (Friday) - The Class of 2K13 Group Signing When - 4pm - 7pmWhere - The Book Cellar - 4736-38 N. Lincoln ave., Chicago, Illinois 60625 Join us for our first group signing!
About 2K13: Each year, a group of twenty Young Adult and Middle
Grade debut authors from traditional publishers come
together to spread the word about new books that we hope
... will get kids excited about reading. From timeless fantasy to
up-to-the moment contemporary to futuristic sci-fi, harrowing
thrillers to thrilling romance, Young Adult and Middle Grade
literature has never been more diverse. http://classof2k13.com/
Schedule:
4pm - Middle Grade Authors (Reading and Book Signing)
Liesl Shurtliff - RUMP: THE TRUE STORY OF RUMPELSTILTSKIN - MG Fantasy
Tamera Wissinger - GONE FISHING - MG Contemporary Adventure
Polly Holyoke - THE NEPTUNE PROJECT - MG Sci-fi
Tara Sullivan – GOLDEN BOY – MG Contemporary
5pm - Young Adult Authors (Reading and Book Signing)
Debra Driza - MILA 2.0 - YA Sci-fi
Caela Carter – ME, HIM, THEM, & IT – YA Contemporary
Kate Karyus Quinn - ANOTHER LITTLE PIECE - YA Literary Horror
Jennifer McGowan - MAID OF SECRETS - YA Historical Fiction
Nicole McInnes - BRIANNA ON THE BRINK - YA Contemporary
Demitria Lunetta - IN THE AFTER - YA Post-apocalyptic
6pm - Young Adult Authors - preview for upcoming releases (Reading with Swag Signing)
Lydia Kang - CONTROL - YA Sci-fi
Mindy McGinnis - NOT A DROP TO DRINK - YA Post-apocalyptic
Geoffrey Girard - PROJECT CAIN - YA Sci-fi
K. A. Barson - 45 POUNDS (MORE OR LESS) - YA Contemporary
Cristin Terrill - ALL OUR YESTERDAYS - YA Sci-fi
Hope to see you all there! June 28th (Friday) - IN THE AFTER Launch Party
When - 7:30 pm Where - The Book Cellar - 4736-38 N. Lincoln ave., Chicago, Illinois 60625
Come join me for the IN THE AFTER book launch party! There will be door prizes, snacks (yes, there will be cupcakes), character appearances, photo ops., tons of swag, prize giveaways (including t-shirts) and an awesome grand prize!
June 28th (Friday) - Breaking Out: Veronica Roth and Debut Authors from The Class of 2k13 Discuss Their Upcoming Books
When: 11:00am to 12:00pm Location: Hilton Chicago Waldorf Room
Description: Come hear NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author Veronica Roth and debut authors from The Class of 2k13 talk about their exciting new books. This is your chance to meet the potential stars of tomorrow, today. This session will include a brief question and answer period AND a teen fiction trivia contest (librarians vs. authors) for fabulous prizes! Panelists include: Caela Carter, ME, HIM THEM AND IT (YA Contemporary); Debra Driza MILA 2.0 (YA Sci/fi); Polly Holyoke THE NEPTUNE PROJECT (MG Sci/fi); Justina Ireland VENGEANCE BOUND (YA Urban Fantasy); Demitria Lunetta IN THE AFTER (YA Post-Apocalyptic); Jennifer McGowan MAID OF SECRETS (YA Historical); Nicole McInnes BRIANNA ON THE BRINK (YA Contemporary); Kate Karyus Quinn ANOTHER LITTLE PIECE (YA Literary Horror); Liesl Shurtliff RUMP, THE TRUE STORY OF RUMPELSTILTSKIN (MG Fantasy); Tamera Wissinger GONE FISHING (MG Novel In Verse).
June 28th (Friday) - The Class of 2K13 Group Signing When - 4pm - 7pmWhere - The Book Cellar - 4736-38 N. Lincoln ave., Chicago, Illinois 60625 Join us for our first group signing!
About 2K13: Each year, a group of twenty Young Adult and Middle
Grade debut authors from traditional publishers come
together to spread the word about new books that we hope
... will get kids excited about reading. From timeless fantasy to
up-to-the moment contemporary to futuristic sci-fi, harrowing
thrillers to thrilling romance, Young Adult and Middle Grade
literature has never been more diverse. http://classof2k13.com/
Schedule:
4pm - Middle Grade Authors (Reading and Book Signing)
Liesl Shurtliff - RUMP: THE TRUE STORY OF RUMPELSTILTSKIN - MG Fantasy
Tamera Wissinger - GONE FISHING - MG Contemporary Adventure
Polly Holyoke - THE NEPTUNE PROJECT - MG Sci-fi
Tara Sullivan – GOLDEN BOY – MG Contemporary
5pm - Young Adult Authors (Reading and Book Signing)
Debra Driza - MILA 2.0 - YA Sci-fi
Caela Carter – ME, HIM, THEM, & IT – YA Contemporary
Kate Karyus Quinn - ANOTHER LITTLE PIECE - YA Literary Horror
Jennifer McGowan - MAID OF SECRETS - YA Historical Fiction
Nicole McInnes - BRIANNA ON THE BRINK - YA Contemporary
Demitria Lunetta - IN THE AFTER - YA Post-apocalyptic
6pm - Young Adult Authors - preview for upcoming releases (Reading with Swag Signing)
Lydia Kang - CONTROL - YA Sci-fi
Mindy McGinnis - NOT A DROP TO DRINK - YA Post-apocalyptic
Geoffrey Girard - PROJECT CAIN - YA Sci-fi
K. A. Barson - 45 POUNDS (MORE OR LESS) - YA Contemporary
Cristin Terrill - ALL OUR YESTERDAYS - YA Sci-fi
Hope to see you all there! June 28th (Friday) - IN THE AFTER Launch Party
When - 7:30 pm Where - The Book Cellar - 4736-38 N. Lincoln ave., Chicago, Illinois 60625
Come join me for the IN THE AFTER book launch party! There will be door prizes, snacks (yes, there will be cupcakes), character appearances, photo ops., tons of swag, prize giveaways (including t-shirts) and an awesome grand prize!
