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Jump When Ready!
Jump When Ready now available on Amazon!
I'm very excited to announce that my YA novel, Jump When Ready, is now available for Kindle on Amazon (the print version is soon to follow)! Thanks to all who have read and reviewed so far!
Buy Jump When Ready for $2.99 at Amazon
Add Jump When Ready to your Goodreads "To Read" list
Jump When Ready:
Since he drowned, Henry has remained isolated with the same group of teenagers and he keeps wondering why. After all, what could he possibly have in common with a Mohawk-sporting punker from the 80s, a roller skater from the 70s with a thing for kimonos, and an English “rocker” from the 60s? Add to that, Henry can hear the other groups but he never sees them. Soon, Henry learns that his new friends all possess unique skills for making themselves noticed by the living. Is Henry’s group kept isolated because of their abilities? If so, are they considered gifted or seen only as a potential bad influence?
Before Henry can reach any conclusions, he witnesses his sister being kidnapped. He knows who did it, where she’s being held and what will happen if the kidnappers don’t get what they want. As the police chase false leads, Henry comes to realize that he’s his sister’s only hope. But for Henry to even have a chance, he has to convince a group of teenagers that dead doesn’t mean helpless.
I'm very excited to announce that my YA novel, Jump When Ready, is now available for Kindle on Amazon (the print version is soon to follow)! Thanks to all who have read and reviewed so far!
Buy Jump When Ready for $2.99 at Amazon
Add Jump When Ready to your Goodreads "To Read" list
Jump When Ready:
Since he drowned, Henry has remained isolated with the same group of teenagers and he keeps wondering why. After all, what could he possibly have in common with a Mohawk-sporting punker from the 80s, a roller skater from the 70s with a thing for kimonos, and an English “rocker” from the 60s? Add to that, Henry can hear the other groups but he never sees them. Soon, Henry learns that his new friends all possess unique skills for making themselves noticed by the living. Is Henry’s group kept isolated because of their abilities? If so, are they considered gifted or seen only as a potential bad influence?
Before Henry can reach any conclusions, he witnesses his sister being kidnapped. He knows who did it, where she’s being held and what will happen if the kidnappers don’t get what they want. As the police chase false leads, Henry comes to realize that he’s his sister’s only hope. But for Henry to even have a chance, he has to convince a group of teenagers that dead doesn’t mean helpless.
Jump When Ready Blog Tour, Starting June 24th!
Jump When Ready Blog Tour!
The official Jump When Ready blog tour, organized by Book Nerds Tours, kicks off June 24th! Yes, there are some prizes involved, such as signed copies and a 24" x 18 " poster of the cover, signed by both author (yes, me) and artist (definitely not me). Also some iTunes gift cards in the mix. So, why not, right? There's no down side on this one...
Here's the link for the tour schedule and to enter to win!
Add Jump When Ready to your Goodreads "To Read" list
Jump When Ready on Amazon
Jump When Ready:
Since he drowned, Henry has remained isolated with the same group of teenagers and he keeps wondering why. After all, what could he possibly have in common with a Mohawk-sporting punker from the 80s, a roller skater from the 70s with a thing for kimonos, and an English “rocker” from the 60s? Add to that, Henry can hear the other groups but he never sees them. Soon, Henry learns that his new friends all possess unique skills for making themselves noticed by the living. Is Henry’s group kept isolated because of their abilities? If so, are they considered gifted or seen only as a potential bad influence?
Before Henry can reach any conclusions, he witnesses his sister being kidnapped. He knows who did it, where she’s being held and what will happen if the kidnappers don’t get what they want. As the police chase false leads, Henry comes to realize that he’s his sister’s only hope. But for Henry to even have a chance, he has to convince a group of teenagers that dead doesn’t mean helpless.
The official Jump When Ready blog tour, organized by Book Nerds Tours, kicks off June 24th! Yes, there are some prizes involved, such as signed copies and a 24" x 18 " poster of the cover, signed by both author (yes, me) and artist (definitely not me). Also some iTunes gift cards in the mix. So, why not, right? There's no down side on this one...
Here's the link for the tour schedule and to enter to win!
Add Jump When Ready to your Goodreads "To Read" list
Jump When Ready on Amazon
Jump When Ready:
Since he drowned, Henry has remained isolated with the same group of teenagers and he keeps wondering why. After all, what could he possibly have in common with a Mohawk-sporting punker from the 80s, a roller skater from the 70s with a thing for kimonos, and an English “rocker” from the 60s? Add to that, Henry can hear the other groups but he never sees them. Soon, Henry learns that his new friends all possess unique skills for making themselves noticed by the living. Is Henry’s group kept isolated because of their abilities? If so, are they considered gifted or seen only as a potential bad influence?
Before Henry can reach any conclusions, he witnesses his sister being kidnapped. He knows who did it, where she’s being held and what will happen if the kidnappers don’t get what they want. As the police chase false leads, Henry comes to realize that he’s his sister’s only hope. But for Henry to even have a chance, he has to convince a group of teenagers that dead doesn’t mean helpless.
5 Stars from Portland Book Review!
I was really excited to see this 5 Star Review from the Portland Book Review:
http://portlandbookreview.com/jump-wh...
Jump When Ready in good company... Thank you, Bookanistas! http://www.thebookanistas.com/2013/06...
“The combination of coming-of-age, philosophical and thriller story comes together to make a fascinating and engaging book.”
- Heather at The Real Bookshelves of Room 918
“I loved this book and am looking forward to seeing what the author will come up with next!”
- Kristy at A Little Shelf of Heaven
“It impacted my thoughts in a serious way, and I will most likely spend the next few days going over it, and over it, in my head.”
- Reeka at Bound by Words
“There are few books out there that have characters that make you wish you had friends like them.”
- Jean Vallesteros, Book Nerds
“This was a great story. I personally have never read anything like it.”
- Michelle Parsons, Reading is Better than Real Life
"An engaging, poignant book that stayed with me long after I read the last word."
- Tracy E. Banghart, author of By Blood.
http://portlandbookreview.com/jump-wh...
Jump When Ready in good company... Thank you, Bookanistas! http://www.thebookanistas.com/2013/06...
“The combination of coming-of-age, philosophical and thriller story comes together to make a fascinating and engaging book.”
- Heather at The Real Bookshelves of Room 918
“I loved this book and am looking forward to seeing what the author will come up with next!”
- Kristy at A Little Shelf of Heaven
“It impacted my thoughts in a serious way, and I will most likely spend the next few days going over it, and over it, in my head.”
- Reeka at Bound by Words
“There are few books out there that have characters that make you wish you had friends like them.”
- Jean Vallesteros, Book Nerds
“This was a great story. I personally have never read anything like it.”
- Michelle Parsons, Reading is Better than Real Life
"An engaging, poignant book that stayed with me long after I read the last word."
- Tracy E. Banghart, author of By Blood.
Shelf Unbound Notable Book
Shelf Unbound Notable YA Book for 2013
Shelf Unbound magazine included Jump When Ready as a Notable YA Book for 2013. Thanks to all who have read and reviewed so far!
Jump When Ready on Amazon
Jump When Ready:
Since he drowned, Henry has remained isolated with the same group of teenagers and he keeps wondering why. After all, what could he possibly have in common with a Mohawk-sporting punker from the 80s, a roller skater from the 70s with a thing for kimonos, and an English “rocker” from the 60s? Add to that, Henry can hear the other groups but he never sees them. Soon, Henry learns that his new friends all possess unique skills for making themselves noticed by the living. Is Henry’s group kept isolated because of their abilities? If so, are they considered gifted or seen only as a potential bad influence?
Before Henry can reach any conclusions, he witnesses his sister being kidnapped. He knows who did it, where she’s being held and what will happen if the kidnappers don’t get what they want. As the police chase false leads, Henry comes to realize that he’s his sister’s only hope. But for Henry to even have a chance, he has to convince a group of teenagers that dead doesn’t mean helpless.
Shelf Unbound magazine included Jump When Ready as a Notable YA Book for 2013. Thanks to all who have read and reviewed so far!
Jump When Ready on Amazon
Jump When Ready:
Since he drowned, Henry has remained isolated with the same group of teenagers and he keeps wondering why. After all, what could he possibly have in common with a Mohawk-sporting punker from the 80s, a roller skater from the 70s with a thing for kimonos, and an English “rocker” from the 60s? Add to that, Henry can hear the other groups but he never sees them. Soon, Henry learns that his new friends all possess unique skills for making themselves noticed by the living. Is Henry’s group kept isolated because of their abilities? If so, are they considered gifted or seen only as a potential bad influence?
Before Henry can reach any conclusions, he witnesses his sister being kidnapped. He knows who did it, where she’s being held and what will happen if the kidnappers don’t get what they want. As the police chase false leads, Henry comes to realize that he’s his sister’s only hope. But for Henry to even have a chance, he has to convince a group of teenagers that dead doesn’t mean helpless.
Streetlights Like Fireworks
My new novel, Streetlights Like Fireworks, is now out and what a great way to kick things off. Check out this nice first review from book blogger, Bayan Basri.
“The pacing was great and the plot was definitely engaging, it keeps pulling at you. Every time I put the book down there was this nagging voice in my head wanting to know more.”
Add Streetlights Like Fireworks to your Goodreads "To Read" list
Psychic flashes, haunting visions, missing persons and visits from ghosts. That’s just their first date.
Jack has been getting on his parents’ nerves for some time. Bad enough he’s a rock musician, has crappy grades and hangs out with his “loser” friends. But Jack’s ability to predict the future—well, that just annoys the hell out of them.
Jack’s classmate, Lauren, is said to have unique abilities too. The town still talks about when she kept badgering her mother about the money in their wall. For the longest time, Lauren’s mother didn’t listen. Finally, she did and she hasn’t had to work since.
Jack would really like to connect with Lauren but can’t figure out how. She’s never looked at him twice.
But when he experiences a mystifying event involving visions, voices and spectral visits, Jack figures there’s only one person to help him understand who’s calling out to him and why. Before long, Jack and Lauren are off on a road trip of discovery that could provide answers to a mystery left unsolved for twenty years. More importantly, they might even unravel the greatest mystery of all— how every so often someone will accept you for who you are.
“The pacing was great and the plot was definitely engaging, it keeps pulling at you. Every time I put the book down there was this nagging voice in my head wanting to know more.”
Add Streetlights Like Fireworks to your Goodreads "To Read" list
Psychic flashes, haunting visions, missing persons and visits from ghosts. That’s just their first date.
Jack has been getting on his parents’ nerves for some time. Bad enough he’s a rock musician, has crappy grades and hangs out with his “loser” friends. But Jack’s ability to predict the future—well, that just annoys the hell out of them.
Jack’s classmate, Lauren, is said to have unique abilities too. The town still talks about when she kept badgering her mother about the money in their wall. For the longest time, Lauren’s mother didn’t listen. Finally, she did and she hasn’t had to work since.
Jack would really like to connect with Lauren but can’t figure out how. She’s never looked at him twice.
But when he experiences a mystifying event involving visions, voices and spectral visits, Jack figures there’s only one person to help him understand who’s calling out to him and why. Before long, Jack and Lauren are off on a road trip of discovery that could provide answers to a mystery left unsolved for twenty years. More importantly, they might even unravel the greatest mystery of all— how every so often someone will accept you for who you are.
Streetlights Like Fireworks
My new novel, Streetlights Like Fireworks, is now out and I’m so happy to hear how much readers are enjoying the book! Thank you to those who’ve read and reviewed so far. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your support. Please stay in touch by visiting my blog and joining my mailing list!
Here's what people have been saying about Streetlights Like Fireworks!
“This book was every kind of wonderful… I cannot express to you with my useless WORDS, exactly what Streetlights Like Fireworks will do to you. This book is PURE feeling. It is a bounded SOUL. There is a dangerous NEED for this author to be picked up, and seen, by the big 3 in publishing. I cannot wait for the day that I see David Pandolfe’s books gleaming from every single bookstore shelf possible. His writing ranks with the likes of John Green, or David Levithan, and quite possibly, even exceeds them.” - Bound by Words
“David Pandolfe has done it again; he’s wonderfully crafted a book that can’t be put down and will never leave your heart.”- The Real Bookshelves of Room 918
“I enjoyed being taken on the adventure with the characters and didn't want to get off their wild ride when it ended! This is a wonderful book and such a great read for anybody and everybody!”- For the Love of Books
“The ending was perfect and I found myself crying… It certainly is a must read for everyone, and I loved it so much that it earned 5 stars from me.- Beneath the Jacket Reviews
“Personally, I just loved it. I can read this over and over and over again. I'm crossing my fingers that there would be a sequel for this one. Streetlights Like Fireworks is a journey towards a lot of things. Funny, bittersweet and just absolutely adorable. What are you waiting for? Read this now.-The Bookish Confections
“The pacing was great and the plot was definitely engaging, it keeps pulling at you. Every time I put the book down there was this nagging voice in my head wanting to know more.”-The Booklicker
Add Streetlights Like Fireworks to your Goodreads "To Read" list
Psychic flashes, haunting visions, missing persons and visits from ghosts. That’s just their first date.
Jack has been getting on his parents’ nerves for some time. Bad enough he’s a rock musician, has crappy grades and hangs out with his “loser” friends. But Jack’s ability to predict the future—well, that just annoys the hell out of them.
Jack’s classmate, Lauren, is said to have unique abilities too. The town still talks about when she kept badgering her mother about the money in their wall. For the longest time, Lauren’s mother didn’t listen. Finally, she did and she hasn’t had to work since.
Jack would really like to connect with Lauren but can’t figure out how. She’s never looked at him twice. But when he experiences a mystifying event involving visions, voices and spectral visits, Jack figures there’s only one person to help him understand who’s calling out to him and why. Before long, Jack and Lauren are off on a road trip of discovery that could provide answers to a mystery left unsolved for twenty years. More importantly, they might even unravel the greatest mystery of all— how every so often someone will accept you for who you are.
Here's what people have been saying about Streetlights Like Fireworks!
“This book was every kind of wonderful… I cannot express to you with my useless WORDS, exactly what Streetlights Like Fireworks will do to you. This book is PURE feeling. It is a bounded SOUL. There is a dangerous NEED for this author to be picked up, and seen, by the big 3 in publishing. I cannot wait for the day that I see David Pandolfe’s books gleaming from every single bookstore shelf possible. His writing ranks with the likes of John Green, or David Levithan, and quite possibly, even exceeds them.” - Bound by Words
“David Pandolfe has done it again; he’s wonderfully crafted a book that can’t be put down and will never leave your heart.”- The Real Bookshelves of Room 918
“I enjoyed being taken on the adventure with the characters and didn't want to get off their wild ride when it ended! This is a wonderful book and such a great read for anybody and everybody!”- For the Love of Books
“The ending was perfect and I found myself crying… It certainly is a must read for everyone, and I loved it so much that it earned 5 stars from me.- Beneath the Jacket Reviews
“Personally, I just loved it. I can read this over and over and over again. I'm crossing my fingers that there would be a sequel for this one. Streetlights Like Fireworks is a journey towards a lot of things. Funny, bittersweet and just absolutely adorable. What are you waiting for? Read this now.-The Bookish Confections
“The pacing was great and the plot was definitely engaging, it keeps pulling at you. Every time I put the book down there was this nagging voice in my head wanting to know more.”-The Booklicker
Add Streetlights Like Fireworks to your Goodreads "To Read" list
Psychic flashes, haunting visions, missing persons and visits from ghosts. That’s just their first date.
Jack has been getting on his parents’ nerves for some time. Bad enough he’s a rock musician, has crappy grades and hangs out with his “loser” friends. But Jack’s ability to predict the future—well, that just annoys the hell out of them.
Jack’s classmate, Lauren, is said to have unique abilities too. The town still talks about when she kept badgering her mother about the money in their wall. For the longest time, Lauren’s mother didn’t listen. Finally, she did and she hasn’t had to work since.
Jack would really like to connect with Lauren but can’t figure out how. She’s never looked at him twice. But when he experiences a mystifying event involving visions, voices and spectral visits, Jack figures there’s only one person to help him understand who’s calling out to him and why. Before long, Jack and Lauren are off on a road trip of discovery that could provide answers to a mystery left unsolved for twenty years. More importantly, they might even unravel the greatest mystery of all— how every so often someone will accept you for who you are.
