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An Interview with Ryan Jacobson
Today on the blog we have Ryan Jacobson, author of Can You Survive: Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes. A mouthful I know but how much do you miss Choose Your Own Adventure books? I know I do! This book made me happy inside because I got to experience what I love about making my own path through a book all over again. *ahem* Anyway, I’ll give the floor over to Ryan! He answered my questions with only lines from the book. Brave man. 1) How would you describe yourself to your readers? He is shorter and rounder than you, and…
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Interviewing Maddi from Shattered Souls
A special treat today on the blog! Mary Lindsey, author of the gorgeously written Shattered Souls, is here to share one of her characters with us! I devoured this book, and if you haven’t already added it to your wishlist I highly suggest you do. (My review is here and you can win at Goodreads here!) In the meantime though, take a peek at Maddi’s inner workings. Enjoy! Hi Maddi! Thanks for dropping in. Let’s start with something fun. If you made the front page, what would the headline say? Local Protector Chosen “Best Dressed” at Rodeo So, you’ve spent a long…
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This or That? with Jillian Dodd
I’d like to welcome Jillian Dodd to the blog today! She’s the author of That Boy, a book which I’ve been intrigued by since I saw it on Goodreads. Today she’s here to share with us her preferences in a game of This or That? Take a look! Maybe you share some commonalities! 1) Cake or Pie? I’m not big on fruit, so I’ve never liked pies much. The exception to that is Peanut Butter Pie, which I love and make often. I love cake. My mom used to make me Red Velvet cake for my birthday every year. Now…
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Into the Past: A look back with Joseph Monninger
Today I’m pleased to welcome Joseph Monninger, author of the upcoming Finding Somewhere, to the blog! He’s here to take us back a bit, back into his life as a reader. I asked him to share with us what his favorite books were at particular ages. It’s always a thrill to me to see what books inspired authors to originally be readers. I’ll let him take the floor. Favorite at 5: Ferdinand the Bull Favorite at 11: Charlotte’s Web Favorite at 16: Lord of the Rings Favorite at 20: A River Runs Through It. I think Into the Wild would…
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This or That? with Estevan Vega
In the world of authors, it’s all about standing out. Making a spot for yourself. To me, Estevan Vega has totally done that! He has this aura of coolness about him, that’s a bit hard to describe. I’ve reviewed one of his books, and am currently reading two more, and there is one thing that never changes. His awesome writing. It’s always there to pull you in and keep you reading. I think that in this particular game of This or That? Estevan totally shows that side of himself. He’s here to promote his newest sequel, Ashes, which you should definitely…
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Book Review: Spartacus and the Circus of Shadows
Media Type: Print Book Title: Spartacus and the Circus of Shadows Author: Molly E. Johnson Publisher: RainTown Press Pages: Hardcover; 320 Release Date: October 26, 2011 Source: Publisher —————————————- Intended Reading Group: Middle Grade Content Screening: Mild violence, dark humor —————————————- HDB Rating: 4 Keys to My Heart Recommended to: Older MG readers and younger YA readers who love a good adventure! Add it on: Goodreads / Publisher’s Site When Spartacus Ryan “Poop Lip” Zander finds his house destroyed and his wacko, Human Cannonball mother missing, it’s obvious that she’s been kidnapped by Bartholomew’s World-Renowned Circus of the Incredible. But when…
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This or That? Starring Molly E. Johnson!
Please welcome to the blog the fantastic Molly E. Johnson, the author of Spartacus and the Circus of Shadows. (Cue massive applause.) Yes, I do think this book has a fantastic title and yes, I did choose to read it because of that. I admit it. Anyway Molly is stopping by for a quick game of THIS OR THAT in honor of her book tour! Take some time to get to know her better, and then click that link up there and zip over to add the book to your TBR list. It’s worth it! Shoes or Sandals? Sandals. I…
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Book Review: If I Tell
Media Type: Print Book Title: If I Tell Author: Janet Gurtler Publisher: Sourcebooks Fire Pages: Paperback; 256 Release Date: October 1, 2011 Source: NetGalley —————————————— Intended Reading Group: Young Adult Content Screening: Mild language —————————————— HDB Rating: 5 Keys to My Heart Recommended to: Readers who enjoy realistic fiction with a lot of heart. Add it on: Goodreads / Shelfari / Librarything / Amazon / B&N Jasmine Evans knows one thing for sure… people make mistakes. After all, she is one. Jaz is the result of a onenight stand between a black football player and a blonde princess. Having a young…
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Into the Past with K.M. Walton
Please welcome to the blog K.M. Walton, author of Cracked and all around fabulous writer! She’s here today to celebrate Cracked and to share with a glimpse into her reading past, in a post we like to call INTO THE PAST. *cue dramatic music* So strap in, and take a trip back with K.M. as she reminisces on books past. You might just find you have something in common. What an interesting concept, and since books have been an integral part of my entire life…here goes! Age 5: This one’s easy. THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS. My father gathered me and my two…
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Interviewing Jaz from If I Tell
Today Janet Gurtler, author of the very popular I’m Not Her and the recently released (today in fact!) If I Tell, is here today to share a little bit about her character main character Jasmine. Or Jaz as she prefers to be called! Jaz’s life isn’t an easy one. She’s got a secret that she’s trying to hold on to. That’s all you’ll get out of me. I can tell you that I’m nearly done with this book and it is fantastic! Definitely worth your time. JAZ 1) What is one word that you’d use to describe yourself? Only one! Trustworthy…