YA Book Chat

Today I am sharing with you one of my all-time favorite YA books. StepSister, by Jennifer Donnelly, is a fairytale retelling like none other! Isabelle is Cinderella's ugly stepsister. Her jealousy of Cinderella has made her mean and hollow. But now Isabelle has the chance to change her fate and chose her own destiny. She will prove "it takes more than heartache to break a girl." StepSister is a wonderful story that shows us that ugly is in the eye of the beholder, and that pretty is more than just our physical appearance. This story will capture your heart like none other as you are wooed by Jennifer Donnelly's wonderful wit and words of wisdom. You'll feel like she is not just telling a story, but speaking to your soul. My guest today is Joanne Jarrett of the Fancy Free PodcastCheck out Joanne's blog: cozyclothesblog.comStepSister is available for purchase on AmazonYou can pre-order Jennifer Donnelly's new book, Poisoned on AmazonFollow YA Book Chat on Instagram and Facebook.Have a question about StepSister?

If you are a fan of Pokemon, Digimon, and Monster Rancher, then this is the book for you!Come along with my guest David and me as we dive into the world of monster taming and battling!Young Jackson Hunt wants nothing more than to be a professional Djinn Tamer. However, due to circumstances at home, he is forced to spend his days working in order to help his grandmother make ends meet. But one day Jackson discovers a young, untrained Djinn that his dead mother left behind for him. Jackson works hard to bond and train his Djinn in hopes that he can become a professional tamer and earn money to save his and his grandmother's home.But nothing is as easy as it seems...Thanks to Undaunted Publishing for asking me to review this book and sponsoring a giveaway!Thanks to Derek Alan Siddoway for the autographed books!Check out David's Podcast: Adapted For Your ViewingHere's where to purchase Djinn Tamer: Starter Check out the author: Derek Alan SiddowayCheck out Djinn Tamer on Instagram: @DjinnTamerHave a question abou

We've reached the final book in Kendare Blakes' Three Dark Crowns series! Join my guest Rachel Carpenter and I as we hash out the final battle. Jules's legion curse has been unbound, leaving her out of her mind and unfit to rule as legion queen. Arsinoe desperately searches for a cure and feels it's her responsibility to save Jules and stop Katherine. Mirabella arrives to fight alongside Katherine, but is it a real truce? Can Katherine and the dead queens really trust Mirabella? Pietyr is lost in a coma, thanks to the undead queens and none of Katherine's healers can bring him back. Katherine now has no one to rely on and help her as the legion army closes in. The final battle for Fennbirn is about to take place. Who will prevail?Check out these Three Dark Crowns novellas by Kendare Blake:The Young QueensThe Oracle QueenQueens of FennbirnCheck out Rachel's blog - Military City Moms BlogCheck out the Military Moms Blog Book Club HEREFollow YA Book Chat on Instagram and Facebook.Have a question about the Three

NOTE: Today I begin a slightly different format for my podcast. I feel it will lead to shorter, more enjoyable episodes for you, my wonderful listeners. Instead of doing a full-on plot dive into all the details, my guests and I will more casually discuss what we liked/didn't like, our favorite moments/quotes, the characters, and the plotline in general. So this does mean that the entire episode WILL CONTAIN SPOILERS. You've been warned. I hope you enjoy! Thanks for listening!Join my guest Rachel Carpenter and I as we dive into book three of the Three Dark Crowns trilogy. Queen Katharine has waited her entire life to wear the crown. But now that she finally has it, the murmurs of dissent grow louder by the day. There’s also the alarming issue of whether her sisters are actually dead—or if they’re waiting in the wings to usurp the throne.Mirabella and Arsinoe are alive, but in hiding on the mainland and dealing with a nightmare of their own: being visited repeatedly by a specter they think might be the fab

Join Christine and me for the second book in the Three Dark Crowns series by Kendare Blake. One Dark Throne is the continuing story of Arsinoe, Katherine, and Mirabella. The Ascension Year has begun, and with it, the battle for the crown. Who will prevail? Katherine is now stronger than ever before, guided by a force within. Arsinoe, now aware of her real powers, must figure out a way to use them to her advantage without anyone finding out. And Mirabella faces new attacks, putting those around her in danger. Follow along as the story continues...Check out Christine's blog The Salty Mamas!Follow YA Book Chat on Instagram and Facebook.Have a question about the Three Dark Crowns trilogy? Any books you want me to read/review? Send me an email at YABookChat@Gmail.com

Today I have the privilege of interviewing NY Times #1 Best Selling Author Melissa de la Cruz!Join Melissa de la Cruz and me as we chat about her brand new YA Graphic Novel, Gotham High, from DC Comics. Melissa de la Cruz is the author of many critically acclaimed and award-winning novels for readers of all ages, including Alex and Eliza, The Descendants, The Witches of East End, Blue Bloods, and The Queens Assassin. Her more than 30 books have also topped the USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and Los Angeles Times bestseller lists and have been published in over 20 countries.About DC's YA Graphic NovelsDC's young adult graphic novels introduce DC's most iconic characters to a new generation of fans with stories told by some of the most successful authors from the YA publishing space. The YA titles are standalone stories, not part of DC's ongoing continuity, and completely accessible to new readers who have no previous knowledge of DC characters. Check out Gotham High! - Before they became Batman, Catwoman, and

Join me for this special BONUS episode as I dive into a brand new YA Graphic Novel by DC Comics! From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Alex and Eliza and The Witches of East End comes a reimagining of Gotham for a new generation of readers. Before they became Batman, Catwoman and the Joker, Bruce, Selina, and Jack were high schoolers who would do whatever it took—even destroy the ones they love—to satisfy their own motives.With enchanting art by Thomas Pitilli, this new graphic novel is just as intoxicating as it is chilling, in which dearest friends turn into greatest enemies—all within the hallways of Gotham High!Gotham High is an exciting thrill ride written by NY Times #1 Best Selling Author Melissa de la Cruz and illustrated by Thomas Pitilli (illustrator of Riverdale by Archie Comics).About DC's YA Graphic Novels:DC's young adult graphic novels introduce DC's most iconic characters to a new generation of fans with stories told by some of the most successful authors from the young adult publis

Today we dive into the Three Dark Crowns series by NY Times Best Selling Author, Kendare Blake. Each generation three triplet queens are born on the island of Fennbirn; each an equal heir to the throne. But when they turn 16, the battle for the crown begins. Who will be victorious? Will it be the elemental queen, Mirabella, who can control the wind and fire? Maybe it will be the naturalist queen, Arsinoe, who rules over plants and animals. Or perhaps, it will be the poisoner queen Katherine, the most dangerous of them all. Join my friend Christine and I as we dive in deep to discuss the world of Fennbirn and all it holds for its young queens. Check out Christine's blog The Salty Mamas!Follow YA Book Chat on Instagram and Facebook.Have a question about the Three Dark Crowns trilogy? Any books you want me to read/review? Send me an email at YABookChat@Gmail.com

Courage is the first book in the exciting Amity Chronicles series by Sarah Toribio. "Amity is a race of enlightened people connected to the elements of nature. They live in total tranquility, being the last of humankind. Or are they? Chaos reigns on Lumina's sheltered world driving her to smuggle herself through enemy territory with her sworn foe in order to rescue her beloved family and the tribe. Lumina must risk it all and find out what courage really means."Join me as I interview the author about her thrilling story!Follow author Sarah Toribio on Instagram Purchase The Amity Chronicles, Courage on AmazonFollow YA Book Chat on Instagram and Facebook.Have a question about the Amity Chronicles? Any books you want me to read/review? Send me an email at YABookChat@Gmail.com

Join Victoria and me as we discuss the final book in Neal Shusterman's Arc of A Scythe trilogy. In The Toll, we find out what happens with all of our favorite characters, and those we don't like so much; Rowan/Citra, Faraday/Munira, Goddard/Rand, and Grayson. We are also introduced to some new characters.Unlike the first two books, Victoria and I had many elements of The Toll we did not like. So, come along to hear what we liked and what we didn't, and how this story ends. Check out Victoria Koops online!Website:  Victoriakoops.comSocial Media:  @victoriakoopswrites                      Facebook                     InstagramFollow YA Book Chat on Instagram and Facebook.Have a question about the Arc of a Sythe trilogy? Any books you want me to read/review? Send me an email at YABookChat@Gmail.com

Join Victoria and me as we dive in for a fun discussion on book two in the Arc of a Scythe trilogy, Thunderhead. In this book, we join Citra and Rowan as they continue on their separate paths. Citra is now Scythe Anastasia, a Junior Scythe who's youth and new ideas are shaking up the Scythedom. Rowan is on the run as Scythe Lucifer and taking matters into his own hands by gleaning unethical Scythes. A threat is made against the lives of Scythe Anastasia and Scythe Currie and a young boy named Greyson Tolliver steps in to help thwart the threat. Where will Rowan and Citra's paths take them? Who is Greyson Tolliver and why is he so important? And what huge surprises lay in waiting for both Rowan and Citra?Join us to find out!Check out Victoria Koops online!Website:  Victoriakoops.comSocial Media:  @victoriakoopswrites                      Facebook                     InstagramFollow YA Book Ch

What would the world be like if there was no hunger? No disease. No war or natural disasters? What if humanity had conquered all of those things and even conquered death? If no one could die, the population would need to be controlled some way...this is the job of a Scythe. They are tasked with controlling the population.Two young teenagers, Citra and Rowan, have been chosen to be Scythe apprentices. Something neither of them wants to do. Yet, they must master the "art" of taking a life and deal with the consequences of any failures. Join emerging YA author Victoria Koops and me as we discuss the first book in the inventive Arc of a Scythe trilogy by Neal Shusterman. It's a story like none other...Check out Victoria Koops online!Website:  Victoriakoops.comSocial Media:  @victoriakoopswrites                      Facebook                     InstagramFollow YA Book Chat on Instagram and Facebo

Today I have the privilege of interviewing Middle-Grade author Diana Corbitt!Diana is the author of the Ghosters series, multiple short stories, and is currently writing a novel geared towards adults. Take a listen as Diana and I discuss her Ghosters series and so much more!Check out Diana here:Ghosters book series - For sale on AmazonShort Story - Wax and Wane; A Gathering of Witch TalesWebsite - DianaCorbitt.com Instagram - @ghosterswriterFacebook - Author Diana Corbitt                 - Diana Corbitt Children's Author

In this episode, I'll be giving you a quick sneak peek at four brand new books being released in 2020! I'll also review a new book that was released in late 2019. In addition to that, I'll give you a heads up on an awesome website where you can earn FREE BOOKS! Below are the links to all the books I mention in this episode. As well as the link to the website where you can earn your free books. 1. Chosen Ones by Veronica Roth - Amazon Pre-Order2. The Notorious Virtues by Alwyn Hamilton - Amazon Pre-Order3. Call Down The Hawk by Maggie Stiefvater - Available now 4. The Queen's Assassin by Melissa De La Cruz - Now Available!5. The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins - Amazon Pre-Order**At the time I recorded this episode, there was not a sneak peek of this book available. HOWEVER, there is now! Here it is! Take a look!6. Bookish First - Website where you can preview books and earn points towards FREE books. Follow YA Book Chat on Instagram and Facebook.Feel free to send me an email at YABookChat@Gm

We've made it! The final episode of the Red Queen series!What will the outcome of the final battle between Norta and the Lakelands hold? Will all survive or will some be lost to the cause? What will become of Cal and Mare and Maven?Come along with Valerie, Nikki, and me as we join together to discuss the epic conclusion of Victoria Aveyard's best selling series. You'll enjoy some great insights as well as belly laughs in this episode! Here is the link to the 5th book I discuss in this episode:Broken Throne -  A collection of Red Queen short storiesFollow YA Book Chat on Instagram and Facebook.Have a question about the Red Queen series? Any books you want me to read/review? Send me an email at YABookChat@Gmail.com

Come along with me and Valerie as we discuss the heart of the book War Storm; the fourth and final book in Victoria Aveyard's Red Queen series.We are now in the middle of this fight for power...war has begun...who's cunning plans will be fruitful? Will it be that of Iris and Cenra, Mare and Evangeline, or of Maven? Will close calls and near-death bring Cal and Mare together or push them apart? Listen and find out more as our story continues.Here is the Novella by Victoria Aveyard I mention in this podcast:Cruel Crown - This book contains two short stories:                       1. Queen Song: This story is about Cal's mother, Queen Coriane                       2. Steel Scars: This story is about FarleyFollow YA Book Chat on Instagram and Facebook.Have a question about the Red Queen series? Any books you want me to read/review? Send me an email at YABookChat@Gmail.com

Come along with me and my friend Nikki as we discuss the first twelve chapters in the fourth and final book in Victoria Aveyard's Red Queen series.After having her heart broken by Cal, Mare must now pick up the pieces and work with her allies to defeat Maven once and for all. War is coming...who will prevail?Follow YA Book Chat on Instagram and Facebook.Have a question about the Red Queen series? Any books you want me to read/review? Send me an email at YABookChat@Gmail.com

Come along with me and my friend Valerie as we discuss the third book in Victoria Aveyard's Red Queen series. Mare is now Maven's prisoner and is trapped by Silent Stone. Cal, Farley, and the Scarlet Guard work to free Mare and devise a plan to attack Corvium, but will they succeed? Follow YA Book Chat on Instagram and Facebook.Have a question about the Red Queen series? Any books you want me to read/review? Send me an email at YABookChat@Gmail.com

Join me and my friend Nikki as we discuss the second book in the Red Queen Series by Victoria Aveyard. In Glass Sword we follow Mare and Cal, along with the Scarlet Guard as they continue their quest to start a rebellion against Maven and Elara and the Silvers of Norta. Mare, Cal, Farley, and Kilorn, travel throughout the kingdom gathering allies and forming an army to fight against Maven and his cruel mother. ++Please excuse the echo you will hear in this episode. We had a technical issue. This is the ONLY episode in which this occurs. The problem has since been corrected.++Follow YA Book Chat on Instagram and Facebook.Have a question about the Red Queen series? Any books you want me to read/review? Send me an email at YABookChat@Gmail.com

In this episode, we will begin our journey into the land of Norta as we explore the first book in the Red Queen series by Victoria Aveyard. Join Valerie and me as we discuss how a young Red slave unknowingly befriends a prince, makes her way into the Silver palace, discovers a power she never knew she had and starts a revolution. It's an exciting story you don't want to miss!Follow YA Book Chat on Instagram and Facebook.Have a question about the Red Queen series? Any books you want me to read/review? Send me an email at YABookChat@Gmail.com