Review of YA action/adventure Winston the Zombie Killer and Dr. Z by Fatima Malik An emotionally unintelligent 18-year-old Winston wakes up to a zombie virus outbreak. Only adults seem to be affected while kids run around losing their minds . . . or brains? Together, a 15-year-old genius Jason B (who seems to be taking … Continue reading Review+Giveaway: Winston the Zombie Killer and Dr. Z by Fatima Malik
Audio Excerpt: Shadow’s Voice byNatalie Johanson
Shadow's Voice, written by Natalie Johanson and narated by Candace Bennett Rose Trewin is running from her past. She would run from her magic too, if she could, but her ability to move through shadows like a wraith isn’t going anywhere. She hopes for a simple life, forgotten and unknown. When a promise to take … Continue reading Audio Excerpt: Shadow’s Voice byNatalie Johanson
Review+Giveaway: T. Ball and the Rise of the Worldspinners by Stephen James Moore
Review of T. Ball and the Rise of the Worldspinners by Stephen James Moore The Stage Is Set "What's up, dude? Name's Hector," said the offbeat rabbit, his long ears stuffed in a bulging cap. "I am Tobias Oakwood Ball," replied the young hedgehog, puffing out his spines. Newfound friends and future companions, T. Ball … Continue reading Review+Giveaway: T. Ball and the Rise of the Worldspinners by Stephen James Moore
Review+Giveaway: Kyle and Corey and the Game-Store Mystery by Joe Stephens
Review of Kyle and Corey and the Game-Store Mystery by Joe Stephens Kyle & Corey Holley (15 and 12) live in Fairly Springs, a small southern beach town. Kyle is a budding engineer; Corey is impetuous, funny and sports-crazy. Like most brothers, they fight often, but they also solve crimes—like the rash of recent robberies … Continue reading Review+Giveaway: Kyle and Corey and the Game-Store Mystery by Joe Stephens
Interview+Giveaway: Frostborn by Michael Haddad
Interview with Michael Haddad, author of YA fantasy Frostborn The Frostborn—the one destined to end the war, the one blessed by the magic of Aether—was supposedly nothing more than a hopeless fairytale, a myth lost to time. But as the centuries-long war between the kingdoms of Eljud and Surtrol forces Elias Jökull to evacuate his … Continue reading Interview+Giveaway: Frostborn by Michael Haddad
Review+Giveaway: Bake Believe by Cori Cooper
Review of Bake Believe by Cori Cooper Cat Anderson doesn't want much out of life. Give her a circle of friends to giggle with, a few boys to flirt with, a cute outfit, and she is good to go! She especially could care less about food. But food, it turns out, is a very big … Continue reading Review+Giveaway: Bake Believe by Cori Cooper
Review+Giveaway: Dare by Christina Bauer
Review of YA fantasy Dare by Christina Bauer ***BEWARE*** If you don’t like pixies, then don’t read this diary. Also, if you don’t like pixies who become Queen of the Summer Fae and stay their sassy selves, then definitely don’t read this. I’ll never genuflect, suck up, or tone down. And I’m totally kicking it … Continue reading Review+Giveaway: Dare by Christina Bauer
Review+Giveaway: It Happened on Thunder Road by Susan Antony
It Happened on Thunder Road A YA fantasy by Susan Antony When Emmy Russo returns to high school in Moncks Corner, South Carolina after summer break, she discovers some changes. First: Mom has a boyfriend. Second: the cute new student, Charlie Fields, is a Rockabilly greaser with a gang who obeys his every command. Third: … Continue reading Review+Giveaway: It Happened on Thunder Road by Susan Antony
Excerpt+Giveaway: Clockwork Igni by Christina Bauer
Clockwork Igni A YA urban fantasy by Christina Bauer Long live the me! As Queen of Antrum, I rule an underground realm of demon hunters who love finding new caves. Hey, it’s boring down here; I’m glad they all have a hobby. Per usual, I try to act interested about their latest discovery, but all … Continue reading Excerpt+Giveaway: Clockwork Igni by Christina Bauer
Review+Giveaway: The Virus of Beauty by C.B. Lyall
The Virus of Beauty A YA fantasy by C.B. Lyall Ugliness is power, and the Virus of Beauty is spreading causing panic throughout the witch population. Wilf Gilvary is a teenage wizard who is terrified of using magic. When his father dies under mysterious circumstances, Wilf is plunged into the middle of a political struggle … Continue reading Review+Giveaway: The Virus of Beauty by C.B. Lyall