About April Lynn Newell: I have been writing ever since I can remember. However, it was my fourth grade teacher who gave me the encouragement I needed to believe in myself as a writer. From that point on, I was a writer. Journalism, poetry, fiction. I love it all and have done it all. I am excited to begin my career as a novelist with The Reconciling: Part I of the Overcome Trilogy. I am a proud resident of Texas and live in the burbs with my husband, John, and daughter, Emalyn. I can't get … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – April Lynn Newell
The Rad Misfits by Marlina Williams
A post-apocalyptic adventure with a cast of funny animals and determined teens who must step outside their sheltered existence to save their colony. Storms have destroyed the world. Radiation wreaked havoc with survivors causing everyone except pregnant women and animals to perish. Now a group of mutant teens, horses, and a neurotic dog must go on a journey to save their people. They live life in a protected valley, but will not live long if they cannot find a cure for the sickness that is … [Read more...] about The Rad Misfits by Marlina Williams
The Tarot Cards: Major Arcana by Christina Maharaj
The cards have been released. They're draining the world of its magic. A new master has been chosen. Only she can capture the cards. High schooler Clara Marsters was on Summer break when it happened. She found the card that would change her destiny. Thrust into Gaia, a dying world filled with magic, she meets Alex, the mysterious yet familiar talking tiger, who came to assist her on her journey. In order to save the world and get back home, they must travel through the kingdom … [Read more...] about The Tarot Cards: Major Arcana by Christina Maharaj
Hayden Heyer and the Twin Guardians by D. Perdue Henderson
Hayden Heyer and the Twin Guardians, is the first book in the Hayden Heyer series. A delightful tale about acceptance and love, while teaching about morality and Christianity. Entertaining and captivating! There are many areas that will make you laugh out loud. Haunted by memories of the past, 16 year old Hayden Heyer (pronounced Higher) lives in a world where she feels invisible and insignificant, finding it difficult to fit in. Then she meets the Sparks twins during the first day of school … [Read more...] about Hayden Heyer and the Twin Guardians by D. Perdue Henderson
Shiver Cove, Part 3: Sandi by TJ Shortt
Recent ‘animal attacks’ in Shiver Cove have everyone on edge, but only Sandi and her friends realize the connection to an evil, creature they call ‘The Beast’. Unlike some of her supernatural friends, Sandi is just a regular girl and she hates it. After failed months of trying to become a psychic medium, she decides to go in another direction. Secretly, Sandi begins to learn about magic. When she discovers the concept of vision quests it seems like the perfect way to safely learn more about … [Read more...] about Shiver Cove, Part 3: Sandi by TJ Shortt
Shiver Cove, Part 2: Val by TJ Shortt
Shaken by suspicious deaths in Shiver Cove, Val begins his own investigation. Five teenagers have been brutally mauled to death and the police aren’t looking for a murderer. The incidences have been deemed as ‘animal attacks’ and it seems only Val and his friends are searching for the actual killer. Certain the attacks have been committed by a supernatural being, Val hunts for a creature he calls ‘The Beast’. After discovering a warning to ‘stay away’, Val knows he’s on the right track. Too … [Read more...] about Shiver Cove, Part 2: Val by TJ Shortt
Interview with Author – Cynthia Farr-Weinfeld
About Cynthia Farr-Weinfeld: I was born in the middle of a snowstorm in Portland, Maine. I live and work here still and love living in Maine because of the amazing amount of artists and writers that you can find in any given area. Maybe it is the beautiful landscapes that surround us that inspire us. I like to read and write YA, but I also enjoy writing and reading Middle Grade fiction as well. Some of my favorite authors are Stephen King, Holly Black, Peter Straub, and Brandon Mull. They are … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Cynthia Farr-Weinfeld
Shiver Cove, Part 1: Tamyra by TJ Shortt
Tamyra Costa flees the complications of big city life and becomes the new girl in mysterious Shiver Cove. She’s a painfully shy girl starting her senior year and is terrified of being left an outsider. Luckily, one of the popular boys has taken notice of her. Too bad his interest also draws a bully’s attention. Unfortunately, dealing with bullies isn’t the worst thing Tamyra will have to face in her new home. Tamyra has a secret she’s desperate to protect. Her family genetics are of a long line … [Read more...] about Shiver Cove, Part 1: Tamyra by TJ Shortt
Interview with Author – S. Marie Carlson
About S. Marie Carlson: Hi, I'm S. Marie Carlson. I am the author of the Sovereign Spell Chronicles series and the illustrator of the Talk About Max... series by Toni Olson. I live in Western Wisconsin and have spent my years falling in love with characters from my favorite books and movies. I grew up creating things through art and have now ventured into the wild world of authoring. I love to read, write and make art about werewolves, witches, vampires, and all the things I can come up with in … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – S. Marie Carlson
Interview with Author – Nikki Jackson
About Nikki Jackson: Nikki Jackson considers herself to be an Indie Writer, Journeyman and Traveler. She’s camped out in the Grand Canyon just to see the sunrise over a stupendous backdrop and she yet dreams to travel to Mount Everest, not to climb any part of it but to simply stand at the North Base Camp and take it all in, in person. Nikki’s love of adventure was inspired at an early age at the local library where she spent summers reading about young travelers going cross-country and around … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Nikki Jackson
Interview with Author – Christina Maharaj
About Christina Maharaj: Christina Maharaj is a fantasy writer and artist from Mississauga, Ontario. She first had an interest in tarot cards when she was very young, but it wasn't until she received a deck as a gift, in her early 20's, that she really delved into it. When she isn't writing or drawing, she is playing video games, going for walks and working out on the heavy bag. Christina is currently working on the next book in her series, 'The Tarot Cards.' What inspires you to … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Christina Maharaj
Interview with Author – Denise Jaden
About Denise Jaden: Denise Jaden’s novels have been shortlisted or received awards through the Romance Writers of America, Inspy, and SCBWI. The first draft of her debut novel, Losing Faith (Simon & Schuster), was written in 21 days during NaNoWriMo 2007 and she loves talking with writers and students alike about her Just-Get-To-The-End fast-drafting process. Jaden’s other young adult novels include Never Enough (Simon & Schuster), Foreign Exchange (an Editor’s Pick from Evernight … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Denise Jaden
