Category Archives: Julie

Divergent by @VeronicaRoth is Winner for 2011 Book of the Year!

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Julie

Divergent won the best book of 2011 award!!! Congratulations to Ms Roth! GoodReads Voting has concluded for the 2011 Goodreads Choice Awards, the only major book awards chosen by readers, for readers. Thank you to everyone who voted, and a big round of applause for our winners! In a result that reinforces the crossover power of Young Adult titles, Divergent, the debut novel by Veronica Roth, won Favorite Book of 2011. The critically-acclaimed 1Q84 by Haruki Murakami, a 900-page masterpiece of mystical realism won Best Fiction of 2011. Definitely not in the loser category is the winner of Best Nonfiction—The … Continue reading →

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Of Light and Darkness by Shayne Leighton

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Julie
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Title: Of Light and Darkness Author: Shayne Leighton Genre: Drama, Supernatural, YA, Romance Publisher: Decadent Publishing Company Release Date: June 26, 2011 Summary: When one human stands before an army of impossible obstacles, the likelihood of overcoming them in this coming-of-age modern fairytale may result in war between light and darkness. Abandoned as an infant in Prague, naive and strong-willed Charlotte Ruzikova was raised by one of the last Vampires left alive. As a human, she knows no other home than the one nestled deep in the woods of Eastern Europe, where Witches drew spells of enchantment, Phasers threw tea … Continue reading →

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Hunted by Cheryl Rainfield

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Julie
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Title: Hunted Author: Cheryl Rainfield Publisher: WestSide Books Genre: Supernatural, Romance, YA, Drama Release Date: October 27, 2011 Summary: Caitlin, a Paranormal teen, and her mom are on the run from government Para-troopers, who chase down, torture and imprison all known Paranormals. Caitlin and her mom must move frequently to avoid detection, but she enrolls in the local high school as they hide in plain sight in a seedy motel, hoping for some sense of normalcy before taking off again. Caitlins dad, also a Para, was murdered by a mob when he spoke out for para rights. In the commotion, … Continue reading →

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The Secret of the Keepers by Elizabeth Isaacs

Posted on November 13, 2011 by Julie
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Title: The Secret of the Keepers Author: Elizabeth Isaacs Genre: Angst/Fantasy/Romance/Drama Release Date: Out Now Summary: The Kailmeyra Chronicles: Book Two– Life for Nora couldn’t be better; she has married the man of her dreams and loves living in the pristine land of Kailmeyra. That is, until the darkness threatens her perfect world. Now war is upon the land. She and Gavin must strengthen their clan and prepare to fight. But the enemy has an ally—one that not only wields power, but holds knowledge of the ancients’ secrets. Secrets that could destroy creation itself. As the darkness grows, doubt seeps … Continue reading →

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Between The Lines by Tammara Webber

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Julie

Title: Between The Lines Author: Tammara Webber Genre: YA/Romance/Coming of Age Release Date: Out Now! Summary: When Hollywood It Boy, Reid Alexander, arrives on location to shoot his next movie, his goals are the same as always—film another blockbuster hit and enjoy his celebrity status to the fullest while doing so. His costar is a virtual unknown with whom he had blazing hot chemistry during her auditions. The universe is lining up nicely to grant whatever he wants, as usual, until he’s confronted with unexpected obstacles on location like a bitter ex-girlfriend and a rival for the first girl to … Continue reading →

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That Boy by Jillian Dodd

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Julie

That Boy book giveaway! Click here to enter! We are giving away an e-book to 1 lucky person. The winner will be chosen at random on 10/23. Title: That Boy Author: Jillian Dodd Genre: Family/Romance/YA/Coming of Age Release Date: Out Now! Summary: You know, being friends with two cute boys does have its benefits. There’s Danny. Danny is a golden boy in every way. He has dreamy blue eyes and blonde hair that always looks perfect, even when it’s windblown or been stuck under a football helmet. He’s the boy every girl crushes on. The boy I get into trouble … Continue reading →

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The Girl of Fire and Thorns by Rae Carson

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Julie

Title: The Girl of Fire and Thorns Author: Rae Carson Genre: YA/Drama/Science-Fiction/Fantasy/Romance Publication Date: September 20, 2011 Description: Once a century, one person is chosen for greatness. Elisa is the chosen one. But she is also the younger of two princesses. The one who has never done anything remarkable, and can’t see how she ever will. Now, on her sixteenth birthday, she has become the secret wife of a handsome and worldly king—a king whose country is in turmoil. A king who needs her to be the chosen one, not a failure of a princess. And he’s not the only … Continue reading →

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Angel Eyes (Final Book, The Forever Trilogy)

Posted on September 25, 2011 by Julie

Title: Angel Eyes (Final Book, The Forever Trilogy) Author: Brandon Alston, Quinteria Ramey Genre: YA, Romance, Supernatural, Mythology Publication: August 2011 (out now) Summary: If you were granted one last chance to right your biggest wrong, would you be willing to try? Even if failure could cost you the people you love most? Or if success would cost you person that loves you more than anything? Review: I LOVED this trilogy! It was short and sweet and kept me hanging on. Ana was an archangel, was as in past tense. She fell… thus never being allowed into heaven again because … Continue reading →

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Enter to win an autographed copy of The Night Circus!

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Julie

Happy book birthday to Erin Morgenstern for “The Night Circus”! Would you like to enter to win a copy of The Night Circus? Now is your chance! Click here to enter!! Thank you Team Twilight!

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The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern

Posted on August 28, 2011 by Julie

Title: The Night Circus Author: Erin Morgenstern Publisher: Doubleday Genre: Adult Fiction, Romance, Historical, Supernatural Available: September 13, 2011 Summary: The circus arrives without warning. No announcements precede it. It is simply there, when yesterday it was not. Within the black-and-white striped canvas tents is an utterly unique experience full of breathtaking amazements. It is called Le Cirque des Rêves, and it is only open at night. But behind the scenes, a fierce competition is underway—a duel between two young magicians, Celia and Marco, who have been trained since childhood expressly for this purpose by their mercurial instructors. Unbeknownst to … Continue reading →

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Erin Morgenstern signs The Night Circus

Posted on August 28, 2011 by Julie

Erin Morgenstern signs The Night Circus This event will be held on SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2 at 1 p.m. Square Books 160 Courthouse Square Oxford, MS 38655 (662) 236-2262 or 800-648-4001 ERIN MORGENSTERN is a writer and multimedia artist who describes all her work as being “fairy tales in one way or another.” She lives in Massachusetts with her husband. The circus arrives without warning. No announcements precede it. It is simply there, when yesterday it was not. Within the black-and-white striped canvas tents is an utterly unique experience full of breathtaking amazements. It is called Le Cirque des Rêves, and … Continue reading →

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Boy vs Girl by Na’ima B. Robert

Posted on August 14, 2011 by Julie

Title: Boy vs Girl Author: Nai’ima B. Robert Genre: Coming of age/Family/Drama Publication Date: March 2011 (OUT NOW) Description: Farhana swallowed and reached for the hijab. But then she saw with absolute clarity the weird looks from the other girls at school, and the smirks from the guys. Did she dare? And then there was Malik… What should she do about him? Faraz was thinking about Skrooz and the lads. Soon he would finally have the respect of the other kids at school. But at what price? He heard Skrooz’s voice, sharp as a switchblade: “This thing is powerful, blud. … Continue reading →

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Blood Ties by Mari Mancusi

Posted on August 6, 2011 by Julie

Title: Blood Ties Author: Mari Mancusi Genre: YA/Fantasy/Romance/Super-Natural Publication Date: August 2, 2011 Description: Officially back in the arms of her vampire boyfriend Magnus, Sunny finds she still can’t forget the gentle mortal Jayden who once saved her life. When darkness threatens to steal his humanity, Sunny must make a choice: stay true to her love, or defy him in a desperate attempt to save Jayden’s soul. Meanwhile, the Blood Coven is gearing up for a showdown with a splinter group of Slayer Inc. It’s Vampires vs. Slayers in a showdown that could cost Sunny not only her heart…but also … Continue reading →

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Hollowland by Amanda Hocking

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Julie

Title: Hollowland Author: Amanda Hocking Genre: YA/Drama/Science-Fiction Publication Date: Out Now! Description: Hollowland – the first book in the young adult dystopian series The Hollows… “This is the way the world ends – not with a bang or a whimper, but with zombies breaking down the back door.” Nineteen-year-old Remy King is on a mission to get across the wasteland left of America, and nothing will stand in her way – not violent marauders, a spoiled rock star, or an army of flesh-eating zombies. Review: The human race is coming to an end because of zombies. That’s right, zombies! These … Continue reading →

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Ethereal (Celestra Series Book 1) by Addison Moore

Posted on July 23, 2011 by Julie

Title: Ethereal (Celestra Series Book 1) Author: Addison Moore Genre: YA/Romance/Supernatural Publication: Out Now Summary: Sixteen year-old, Skyla Messenger is a dead girl walking. When her newly remarried mother moves the family to Paragon Island, to a house that is rumored to be haunted, Skyla finds refuge in Logan Oliver, a boy who shares her unique ability to read minds. Skyla discovers Logan holds the answers to the questions she’s been looking for, but Logan’s reluctance to give her the knowledge she desires leaves her believing Logan has a few secrets of his own. Skyla’s bloodlines may just be connected … Continue reading →

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Brown Eyes (Book Two, The Forever Trilogy)

Posted on July 9, 2011 by Julie

Title: Brown Eyes (Book Two, The Forever Trilogy) Author: Brandon Alston and Quinteria Ramey Genre: YA, Fantasy, Supernatural, Urban Fantasy Release Date: June 30, 2011 Summery: The vampires are coming. And after some angelic inspiration, the witches are willing to fight. But Ana, now in complete possession of her memories, recieves a vision of her home destroyed, the people she cares about all dead. Fighting the vampires will surely be the end of them all. Unless she can do something to save them. Review: Sometimes I’m thrown when a Novella can pack a powerful punch! This sequel was great! I … Continue reading →

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Starcrossed by Josephine Angelini

Posted on July 6, 2011 by Julie

Title: Starcrossed Author: Josephine Angelini Genre: YA, Fantasy, Supernatural, Urban Fantasy Release Date: May 31, 2011 Summery: How do you defy destiny? Helen Hamilton has spent her entire sixteen years trying to hide how different she is—no easy task on an island as small and sheltered as Nantucket. And it’s getting harder. Nightmares of a desperate desert journey have Helen waking parched, only to find her sheets damaged by dirt and dust. At school she’s haunted by hallucinations of three women weeping tears of blood . . . and when Helen first crosses paths with Lucas Delos, she has no … Continue reading →

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Brisingr (Inheritance Cycle Series #3) – by Christopher Paolini

Posted on July 3, 2011 by Julie

Title: Brisingr (Inheritance Cycle Series #3) Author: Christopher Paolini Genre: Fantasy, YA Published: Out Now! October 2009 Summary: Following the colossal battle against the Empire’s warriors on the Burning Plains, Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have narrowly escaped with their lives. Still, there is more at hand for the Rider and his dragon, as Eragon finds himself bound by a tangle of promises he may not be able to keep. First is Eragon’s oath to his cousin Roran: to help rescue Roran’s beloved from King Galbatorix’s clutches. But Eragon owes his loyalty to others, too. The Varden are in desperate … Continue reading →

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Eldest (Inheritance Cycle Series #2) – by Christopher Paolini

Posted on July 3, 2011 by Julie

Title: Eldest (Inheritance Cycle Series #2) Author: Christopher Paolini Genre: Fantasy, YA Published: Out Now! August 2005 Summary: Darkness Falls Swords Clash Evil Reigns. Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have just saved the rebel state from destruction by the mighty forces of King Galbatroix, cruel ruler of the Empire. Now Eragon must travel to Ellesméra, land of the elves, for further training in magic and swordsmanship, the vital skills of the Dragon Rider. It is a journey of a lifetime, filled with awe-inspiring new places and people, each day a fresh adventure. But chaos and betrayal plague him at every … Continue reading →

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Eragon (Inheritance Cycle Series #1) by Christopher Paolini

Posted on July 3, 2011 by Julie

Title: Eragon (Inheritance Cycle Series #1) Author: Christopher Paolini Genre: Fantasy, YA Published: Out Now! August 2003 Summary: Fifteen-year-old Eragon believes that he is merely a poor farm boy—until his destiny as a Dragon Rider is revealed. Gifted with only an ancient sword, a loyal dragon, and sage advice from an old storyteller, Eragon is soon swept into a dangerous tapestry of magic, glory, and power. Now his choices could save—or destroy—the Empire. A New York Times Bestseller A USA Today Bestseller A Wall Street Journal Bestseller A Book Sense Bestseller Review: Considering this book was published in 2003 many … Continue reading →

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