About Louie Lawent: I am the author of the children's picture book "Gerty the Pig" which is in school systems across the U.S. The book is in the National Accelerated Readers program. My co-written song "Strangely Beautiful" was featured in the TV show "Famous In Love" and my co-write "Angels Of The New Millennium" was licensed to the TV show "Full Circle." Ten of my co-writes were on Steve Goodie's kids album "Refrigerator … [Read more...]
FEATURED BOOK: Competing with the Star by Krysten Hager
Genre: Young adult contemporary Hadley Daniels’s life seems perfect… Before the beginning of sophomore year of high school, Hadley and her family move to a beautiful beach town, where she makes amazing new friends and lands the boyfriend of her dreams—Nick Jenkins. He’s the kind of guy every girl swoons over, and it isn’t long until Hadley discovers some are still swooning. Hadley and Nick form a deep bond when he confides in her about his grandfather’s life changing diagnosis of Lewy Body … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Carl McKever
About Carl McKever: Carl McKever was born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida by two lovely parents. Being the middle child, with one younger brother and one older sister, and the firstborn son, he was named after his father. McKever was raised as a Pentecostal under Church of God headquartered in Cleveland, Tennessee. A few months before graduating from high school, Carl discover an unique calling and gift upon his life; the gift of writing. Since 2007, he has written seven books of poetry, … [Read more...]
Summer Unbroken by Amy Spade
Claire knows she’s broken; she feels it jabbing at her, rough and jagged. Everything changes when she meets Jake. Suddenly, Claire doesn’t feel so damaged or lost. Life starts making sense. But when a world catastrophe explodes into both their worlds, Jake, always a soldier first, is called to serve half a world away. Claire has no idea what to expect. Because, really, how could she have known, how could anyone have known, what could happen in one month, or six? What can change in a year? What … [Read more...]
Bargain Book: Summer Unbroken by Amy Spade
This book is bargain price until 12/31/2015 Check book price before you buy, as prices can change due to expiration of the sale or other technical issues. Claire knows she’s broken; she feels it jabbing at her, rough and jagged. Until she meets Jake. Suddenly, Claire doesn’t feel so damaged or lost. Life starts making sense. When a world catastrophe explodes into both of their worlds, Jake, always a soldier first, is called to serve half a world away. Claire has no idea what to expect. … [Read more...]
Bargain Book: Buy Her A Diamond Before It’s Too Late by J.A. Pak
This book is bargain priced from 01/12/2015 until 01/31/2015 Ever since Marta kissed Fen, strange and disturbing things have happened. Lucy, Marta's best friend, thinks it's because she kissed the wrong frog. Marta begins to wonder. And when an urban prophet commands Fen to "buy her a diamond before it's too late", Marta's world is turned completely upside down. Chick lit for smart chicks, a fun novel full of old crushes, new loves, and the glittering promises of diamond … [Read more...]
Bittersweet Dayz by Winona Rasheed @winonarasheed
Living with peer pressure, jealousy and rival conflict are issues that teenagers can relate too. However, when all these things are going on and taking place in high school, it because even more difficult to deal with these issues when you have a problem that causes you to be different from your peers, as is the case with Ella Rose. "Bittersweet Day" shows the struggles and strengths, the triumphs and defeats of someone who is hearing impaired. Targeted Age Group:: young adult What … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Marie F Martin @mariefranmartin
Author Bio: I was born and raised in Northwestern Montana. I had four siblings and a loving home. Dad worked in a saw mill and Mom worked as a librarian. We were country kids. Roamed and played in forests, along creeks and walked to town. It was a good upbringing. I married, have four children, ten grandchildren and five great-grans. My side kick now is my dog, Katy. What inspires you to write? It simply seems to be a need. I'll go for some days and then will just have to get out paper and … [Read more...]
A Pony For the Fair by Inge Moore
Thirteen-year-old Katie and her best friend, Angela, find a beautiful Gypsy pony. Unfortunately, her owners have neglected her and she is terribly lame. Katie is horrified by the pony's predicament. No matter what the cost, she knows she must rescue the pony! A Pony for the Fair is a novel about friendship, hope, family, and, of course, ponies. Suggested ages - 9 and up Targeted Age Group: 9 and up Book Price: $2.99 Author Bio: Inge has been writing since she was in grade school. … [Read more...]
