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Book Review: Vengeance Road by Erin Bowman

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Title: Vengeance Road Author: Erin Bowman Publisher: HMH Books Publication Date: September 1, 2015 Synopsis: When Kate Thompson’s father is killed by the notorious Rose Riders for a mysterious journal that reveals the secret location of a gold mine, the eighteen-year-old disguises herself as a boy and takes to the gritty plains looking for answers and justice. What she finds are devious strangers, dust storms, and a pair of brothers who refuse to quit riding in her shadow. But as Kate gets closer to the secrets about her family, she gets closer to the truth about herself and must decide if there's room for love in a heart so full of hate. In the spirit of True Grit , the cutthroat days of the Wild West come to life for a new generation. Review: VENGEANCE ROAD: A Western filled with a kick-ass heroine, quest for revenge, hidden gold, horses, guns, & cowboys. This book was an absolute joy to read! There's just something about a good western that hits the spot and this bo

Book Spotlight: All I've Never Wanted by Ana Huang (Author Interview)

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Title: All I've Never Wanted Author: Ana Huang Publication Date: June 9, 2015 Synopsis: The Scions were the four richest, most powerful guys at Valesca Academy, and they ruled the school with iron fists. Everyone wanted to date them or be them...everyone, that is, except Maya Lindberg, who just wanted to avoid them until she could graduate. She almost succeeded, until an ill-advised outburst on her part put her right in the Scions' path. Just like that, one became her fake boyfriend, one her unwanted matchmaker, one her guardian angel, and the one she couldn't stand the most? Yeah, he's her new housemate. A Young Adult romantic comedy that explores what happens when a girl gets everything she never asked for, including a puppy, a new wardrobe, and, possibly, even true love. About the Author: Ana Huang, better known as ACRL37 on Wattpad, primarily writes Young Adult and Romance. She started writing her first novel, All I've Never Wanted, when she was sixteen; it

Trailer Reveal: Vengeance Road by Erin Bowman

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Title: Vengeance Road Author: Erin Bowman Publisher: HMH Books Publication Date: September 1, 2015 Synopsis: When Kate Thompson’s father is killed by the notorious Rose Riders for a mysterious journal that reveals the secret location of a gold mine, the eighteen-year-old disguises herself as a boy and takes to the gritty plains looking for answers and justice. What she finds are devious strangers, dust storms, and a pair of brothers who refuse to quit riding in her shadow. But as Kate gets closer to the secrets about her family, she gets closer to the truth about herself and must decide if there's room for love in a heart so full of hate. In the spirit of True Grit , the cutthroat days of the Wild West come to life for a new generation. About the Author: Erin Bowman used to tell stories visually as a web designer. Now a full-time writer, she relies solely on words. She lives in New Hampshire with her husband and when not writing she can often be found hiking, commenting o

Blog Tour: Dancing to an Irish Reel by Claire Fullerton (Author Interview + Giveaway)

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Title: Dancing to an Irish Reel Author: Claire Fullerton Publisher: Vinspire Publishing Publication Date: March 6, 2015 Synopsis: On sabbatical from her job in the LA record business, twenty five year old Hailey Crossan takes a trip to Ireland for the vacation of a lifetime. What she finds is a job offer too good to turn down. But her new life in Ireland comes with one major complication—Liam Hennessey. He’s a famous Irish musician whose entire live has revolved around performing. And Hailey falls in love with him. Because Liam’s not so sure love can fit into his life, he’s afraid to come closer, but neither can he bring himself to go away. And so begins Hailey’s journey to a colorful land that changes her life, unites her with friends more colorful than the Irish landscape, and teaches her more about love than she’s ever known before. About the Author: Claire Fullerton is the author of Paranormal Mystery, “A Portal in Time,” set in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California (Vinspire Publishin

Cover Reveal: Counter Clockwise by Elle Strauss

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Title: Counter Clockwise Author: Elle Strauss Series: Clockwise #5 Synopsis: High school senior Casey Donovan is in trouble. Again. If only she had trusted in Nate’s loyalty when he traveled to Spain with his college basketball team – despite the accompaniment of the cheerleading squad and Fiona the Floozy who’d made it super clear she wanted Nate for herself. Then she wouldn’t have made that impulsive trip to Hollywood and let Aiden do that stupid thing that threatened her relationship with Nate, and triggered a trip into the past. Only something is wildly wrong. She’s not in the 1860s like she should be. It’s 1929. And she didn’t come alone. Previous books in the series:  About the Author: Hey! I'm author LEE STRAUSS. I'm the author of the Minstrel Series (contemporary romance), A Nursery Rhyme Suspense (Sci-fi Mystery Romantic Suspense), the Perception Series (young adult dystopian/science fiction) and young adult historical fiction. I also write fun, lower Young Adult

Cover Reveal: The Power by Jennifer L. Armentrout

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Title: The Power Author: Jennifer L. Armentrout Series: Titan, #2 Publisher: Spencer Hill Press Publication Date: February 23, 2016 Synopsis: Official description to come... "You don't know what I'm capable of." Don't miss the previous book in the series: Title: The Return Author: Jennifer L. Armentrout Series: Titan, #1 Publisher: Spencer Hill Press Publication Date: February 16, 2015 Synopsis: The Fates are cackling their bony asses off... It's been a year since Seth made the deal with the gods that pledged his life to them. And so far, the jobs they've given him have been violent and bloody--which is kind of all right with him. But now Apollo has something else in mind for Seth. He's got to play protector while keeping his hands and fingers off, and for someone who really has a problem with restraint, this new assignment might be the most challenging yet. Josie has no idea what this crazy hot guy's deal might be, but it's a good bet t

Top Favorite Funny Books

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Here are some of my top favorite books that made me laugh out loud. Can You Keep a Secret? was the first Sophie Kinsella book I ever read and I remember I could not stop laughing.  This next funny book is actually the first in a hilarious series! Nice Girls Don't Have Fangs by Molly Harper had me rolling. The main character, Jane Jameson, is one of the most hilarious characters I have ever read and I adore the entire series. I've Got Your Number is probably my favorite Sophie Kinsella book! I was literally laughing out loud from page one and the giggles didn't stop there. You should definitely read this book, because it's also got a super sweet romance to go along with the hilarity. Meg Cabot is super sweet and funny and her books equally so. Queen of Babble is the first in a super funny trilogy that I absolutely adored! Lizzie Nichols is a girl with a big mouth and even bigger heart, she'll also make you laugh out loud in public. -Kristen ♥

Blog Tour: More Happy Than Not by Adam Silvera

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Title: More Happy Than Not Author: Adam Silvera Publisher: Soho Teen Publication Date: June 2, 2015 Synopsis: The Leteo Institute's revolutionary memory-relief procedure seems too good to be true to Aaron Soto -- miracle cure-alls don't tend to pop up in the Bronx projects. But Aaron can't forget how he's grown up poor or how his friends aren't always there for him. Like after his father committed suicide in their one bedroom apartment. Aaron has the support of his patient girlfriend, if not necessarily his distant brother and overworked mother, but it's not enough. Then Thomas shows up. He has a sweet movie-watching setup on his roof, and he doesn't mind Aaron's obsession with a popular fantasy series. There are nicknames, inside jokes. Most importantly, Thomas doesn't mind talking about Aaron's past. But Aaron's newfound happiness isn't welcome on his block. Since he's can't stay away from Thomas or suddenly stop being gay,

Book Blitz: Days Like This by Danielle Ellison (Excerpt + Giveaway)

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Title: Days Like This Author:  Danielle Ellison  Publisher: Bookish Group Press Publication Date: June 2, 2015 Synopsis: Sometimes the only thing standing between fear and hope is yourself. Almost a year ago, nineteen-year-old Cassie Harlen had a lot to deal with. A stack of college acceptance letters waiting for answers, a proposal from the boy next door, and a mother whose most recent bipolar episode left Cassie hurt and confused. Tired of cleaning up the messes caused by her mother's disorder, of resenting her mother for not being there, and scared of being trapped by an inevitable future—which included marrying Graham Tucker—Cassie did the only thing she could think of to keep from ending up like her mother: she left. Graham never knew why Cassie walked away. He woke up one morning and she was gone—along with the life that he’d created around her. After eleven months, Graham has a new plan for his future. One that doesn't involve Cassie Harlen. When Cassie's mom nea