Supernatural Reviews

HarperTeen Swag Giveaway - VIA CoB

2011-05-04T21:19:00.000-07:00

Confessions of a Bookaholic is having a blogoversary giveaway, go to her blog and enter to win these awesome giveaways!

Blogoversary Giveaway - HarperTeen Giveaway

Prize:
•1 winner will receive a paperback copy of Hourglass by Claudia Gray and an ARC of The Gathering by Kelley Armstrong.
•Swag includes 2 Dark Days of the Supernatural tour bookmarks.

Rules:
•You must be at least 13 to enter.
•Name and email must be provided and counts as 1 entry.
•Extra entries are possible and links must be provided.
•Contest is US Only and ends May 31st.
•Once contacted, the winner will have 48 hours to respond.
•The form must be filled out to enter.

Go enter here

Silence Book Cover Revealed

2011-05-02T13:41:00.000-07:00

Silence by Becca Fitzpatrick
Hardcover
Pages: 400
Publication Date: October 14th 2011
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing

The noise between Patch and Nora is gone. They've overcome the secrets riddled in Patch's dark past...bridged two irreconcilable worlds...faced heart-wrenching tests of betrayal, loyalty and trust...and all for a love that will transcend the boundary between heaven and earth. Armed with nothing but their absolute faith in one another, Patch and Nora enter a desperate fight to stop a villain who holds the power to shatter everything they've worked for—and their love—forever.

Wicked Awsome Books: TMI Books

2011-04-10T13:09:00.000-07:00

The people over at Wicked Awsome Books are giving away all four books in the Mortal Instruments signed by Cassandra Clare herself!
head over the their blog and enter to win! You have until the 19th!

Original Sin Giveaway!

2011-04-04T18:58:00.000-07:00

Lisa Desrochers is having a giveaway on blog and giving away a singed ARC of Original Sin along with a copy of Demonglass by Rachel Hawkins.
All you gotta do is go over to her blog and leave a comment with this:

Old blog follower: +3 points
New blog follower: +2 points
"Like" the Personal Demons Books Facebook page +2
Follow me on Twitter (@LisaDez) +2 points
Link to my contest post on your blog or twitter: +1 point
Dedicated post with link to my contest on your website/blog: +3 points
Add me to your blogroll: +2 points
Original Sin widget in your blog sidebar +2

Good luck!

Litter by Maggie Stiefvater

2011-04-01T09:55:00.000-07:00

The fourth book in the Wolves of Mercy Falls series.
I don't know if this is an April Fool's joke, but I thought I'd share in case it wasn't.

What?! Grace and Sam are having cubs? O_o

Edit: It's an April Fool's joke. Forever wraps up everything in the series.

The Immortal and Riley Bloom Series Optioned for Movies

2011-03-28T10:45:00.000-07:00

Alyson Noel announced today that all Immortals AND Riley Bloom books have been optioned for movies!

Summit Entertainment has optioned the dramatic rights for all 10 books in both The Immortals & The Riley Bloom series.

Read the whole story here: here.

Personal Demons, Original Sin, & Swag Giveaway

2011-03-22T13:42:00.000-07:00

Author Lisa Desrochers is giving away lots of neat stuff over at blog with these amazing things you can win:

♦A signed copy of Personal Demons
♦A signed Original Sin galley
♦Signed Original Sin bookmarks
♦Team Luc and Team Gabe temporary tattoos
♦A tote bag signed by both Rachel Hawkins and Sarwat Chadda

You can now win 2 times a month! So head over to hear blog to enter!

Personal Demons by Lisa Desrochers

2011-03-21T20:11:00.000-07:00

Personal Demons by Lisa Desrochers
Publisher: Tor Teen
Pages: 368
My Rating:

Frannie Cavanaugh is a good Catholic girl with a bit of a wicked streak. She has spent years keeping everyone at a distance—-even her closest friends—-and it seems as if her senior year is going to be more of the same . . . until Luc Cain enrolls in her class. No one knows where he came from, but Frannie can’t seem to stay away from him.

What she doesn’t know is that Luc is on a mission. He’s been sent from Hell itself to claim Frannie’s soul. It should be easy—-all he has to do is get her to sin, and Luc is as tempting as they come. Frannie doesn’t stand a chance. But he has to work fast, because if the infernals are after her, the celestials can’t be far behind. And sure enough, it’s not long before the angel Gabriel shows up, willing to do anything to keep Luc from getting what he came for. It isn’t long before they find themselves fighting for more than just Frannie’s soul.

But if Luc fails, there will be Hell to pay . . . for all of them.

I had really high hopes for this book. And let me say, I wasn't disappointed!
I really enjoyed Lucifer Cain's character! I was impressed by the way the author wrote him, in such a way that not a lot of other ficitional characters do. I enjoyed the way the author would alternate point of views with Luc and Frannie. What happened to Gabe?

I really liked that Lisa was very descriptive about the places, characters, and emotions throughout the novel. Now evertime I think about cinnamon I will think about Luc Cain and his fiery red eyes and wicked smile.

The novel is heart-paced, sexy, and breathtaking, this novel is a plus to the Heaven vs Hell mythology and addition to our personal demonology instincts.

In My Bookshelve (4)

2011-03-20T21:11:00.001-07:00

In My Bookshelf is a weekly post where I'll post all the books I've gotten and are in my TBR list.

I recently won a SIGNED copy of The Lost Saint by Bree Despain!
Also I renewed my library card and now I can check out books again! :D

Book Blogger Hop 3/18-3/21

2011-03-18T14:47:00.000-07:00

The Book Blogger Hop is a weekly event hosted by Jennifer at Crazy for Books and runs from Friday to Sunday.
Each week a different question will be added to the hop in order for conversations to occur, and for followers to get to know you and your blog better.

"Do you read only one book at a time, or do you have several going at once?"

I only read one book at time, if I were to read two books I would get the stories mixed together and maybe even combine the two books into one. And if I was to pick up the book where I left off I would need to re-read the previous pages to refresh my memory. I prefer reading one book at a time.
Lately, I've fallen behind due to school. Textbooks should probably be included.
Oh, school.

How many books do you read at a time?

Breathless Reads Giveaway

2011-03-14T15:15:00.000-07:00

Go over to Beth Revis blog to see the details on how to enter :)

CoFA Trailer #1

2011-03-09T14:17:00.000-08:00

VLC Productions was shooting the pictures for the City of Fallen Angels trailer and the trailer will be released in parts. Here is part 1!

Can I just say I was speechless throughout the whole video!

Wither Giveaway via Braintasia Books

2011-03-06T13:20:00.000-08:00

Wither

What if you knew exactly when you would die?

Thanks to modern science, every human being has become a ticking genetic time bomb—males only live to age twenty-five, and females only live to age twenty. In this bleak landscape, young girls are kidnapped and forced into polygamous marriages to keep the population from dying out.

When sixteen-year-old Rhine Ellery is taken by the Gatherers to become a bride, she enters a world of wealth and privilege. Despite her husband Linden's genuine love for her, and a tenuous trust among her sister wives, Rhine has one purpose: to escape—to find her twin brother and go home.

But Rhine has more to contend with than losing her freedom. Linden's eccentric father is bent on finding an antidote to the genetic virus that is getting closer to taking his son, even if it means collecting corpses in order to test his experiments. With the help of Gabriel, a servant Rhine is growing dangerously attracted to, Rhine attempts to break free, in the limited time she has left.

Enter here

Beautiful Chaos Cover!

2011-03-03T13:21:00.000-08:00

Mark you calendars:
October 18, 2011

According to publisher Little, Brown and Company, the calligraphy will actually be finished in gold foiling.

Do you like the gold color of the cover?
Leave your thoughts in the comments!

Waiting of Wednesday

2011-03-02T13:42:00.000-08:00

The Vespertine
Pages: 293 pgs.
Published: March 7th, 2011
Publisher: Harcourt Children's Books

It’s the summer of 1889, and Amelia van den Broek is new to Baltimore and eager to take in all the pleasures the city has to offer. But her gaiety is interrupted by disturbing, dreamlike visions she has only at sunset—visions that offer glimpses of the future. Soon, friends and strangers alike call on Amelia to hear her prophecies. However, a forbidden romance with Nathaniel, an artist, threatens the new life Amelia is building in Baltimore. This enigmatic young man is keeping secrets of his own—still, Amelia finds herself irrepressibly drawn to him.
When one of her darkest visions comes to pass, Amelia’s world is thrown into chaos. And those around her begin to wonder if she’s not the seer of dark portents, but the cause (quoted from Goodreads).

I always enjoy books set in the Victorian Era!

Beautiful Creatures Book 3 Title Revealed!

2011-03-01T13:49:00.000-08:00

Drum Roll

Beautiful Chaos
The Caster Chronicles, Book 3

MTV Hollywood Crush will reveal the book cover March 3rd, 3 PM EST

In My Bookshelve (3)

2011-03-01T13:20:00.000-08:00

In My Bookshelf is a weekly post where I'll post all the books I've gotten and are in my TBR list.

I haven't gotten any new books but I did win this signed bookmark from Sweet Venom.

What did you get?

'Lost in Time' by Melissa De La Cruz Cover

2011-02-26T22:21:00.001-08:00

Lost in Time (Blue Bloods #6) by Melissa De La Cruz
Hardcover, October 4th 2011 by Hyperion

I think the'Misguided Angel' cover is my favorite.

Book Cover: Vanish by Sophie Jordan

2011-02-24T17:19:00.000-08:00

Vanish (Firelight #2)by Sophie Jordan
Hardcover, 304 pgs.
Published August 8th 2011 by HarperCollins

To save the life of the boy she loves, Jacinda did the unthinkable: She betrayed the most closely-guarded secret of her kind. Now she must return to the protection of her pride knowing she might never see Will again—and worse, that because his mind has been shaded, Will’s memories of that fateful night and why she had to flee are gone.

Back home, Jacinda is greeted with hostility and must work to prove her loyalty for both her sake and her family’s. Among the few who will even talk to her are Cassian, the pride’s heir apparent who has always wanted her, and her sister, Tamra, who has been forever changed by a twist of fate. Jacinda knows that she should forget Will and move on—that if he managed to remember and keep his promise to find her, it would only endanger them both. Yet she clings to the hope that someday they will be together again. When the chance arrives to follow her heart, will she risk everything for love?

In bestselling author Sophie Jordan’s dramatic follow-up to Firelight, forbidden love burns brighter than ever.

My Book Boyfriend (3)

2011-02-24T13:01:00.000-08:00

My Book Boyfriend is a new weekly meme hosted at The Unread Reader.

1. On Wednesdays, make a post about a fictional boy that totally made you swoon! In your post, make sure you include your book boyfriend's stats, a picture of what you imagine he looks like and some quotes from him that had you at hello. Credit the book and please include page numbers when you can.
2. Grab the My Book Boyfriend button to include in your post.
3. Be sure to come back here and add the DIRECT link to your post on the Mr. Linky Widget that will be provided here on Wednesdays.
4. Don't forget to check out other people's My Book Boyfriend posts. Everyone that agrees to participate will try to visit others and leave comments. Bloggers love comments.
5. Anyone is welcome to join at anytime, but no one is obligated to participate every week.
6. In your post provide a link back to this My Book Boyfriend introduction post so that other people can find the information about participating.

Let's start with the amazing Lucifer Cain from Personal Demons!

Now, I know I haven't finished reading Personal Demons yet but I just fell in love with Luc since the first line I read him say at the beginning of the novel. I guess his cocky and concieted actions make me love him. And then there's the way Frannie looks at him, it made me love him even more! Dang, Frannie is some lucky girl to have Luc next to her!

I couldn't find someone decent enough to fit his characteristics from the book! If you have any favorite for Luc or even Gabe leave them in the comments!

Quotes:
Things Luc said that had me crazy about him.

"I walk up right behind Frannie, where she’s sitting near the door, in time to hear her say, “You know what, Tay? Go to Hell,” and I smile, because I think it’s cute that she’s inviting her friends along.”— Luc Cain (p. 36)

"This has to be his fault, somehow. I’m going to track him down, pluck out his angel feathers, and stuff a pillow with them.”— Luc Cain (p. 157)

"She’s fiery for sure. I like a little fire. Makes me feel at home.”-Luc Cain (p. 20)

Who is your literary crush?

New 'Beastly' Clip

2011-02-23T10:10:00.000-08:00

Teaser Tuesday

2011-02-22T14:11:00.000-08:00

Teaser Tuesday is a weekly post hosted by Should Be Reading.
This is all you have to do:

-Grab your current read
-Open to a random page
-Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page
-BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!)
-Share the title & author, too, so that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teasers!

Here is this week's:

By Lisa Desrochers
Paperback, 365 pages
Published September 14th 2010 by Tor Teen

1) "Gabe smiles at me as I poke at my salad. "So a nun, huh?"
"Yep." Out of the corner of my eye, I see Luc's head snap up." - Frannie, 118

2) "Of course, I'm the one that seems to have jealousy issues. I almost blasted Gabriel just now at the lockers." - Luc, 119

Book Cover: Supernaturally by Kiersten White

2011-02-18T11:04:00.000-08:00

Sequel to Paranormalcy.

Fragile Eternity by Melissa Marr

2011-02-16T16:54:00.000-08:00

Fragile Eternity by Melissa Marr
Publisher: HarperCollins
Pages: 389
My Rating:

Wicked Lovely and Ink Exchange author Melissa Marr delivers another little masterpiece of Urban Faery, that budding subgenre. In this ethereal romance, Aislinn has achieved the fragile eternity of the title; she has become an immortal faery, complicating both her life and that of Seth, the man who loves her.

Before, I wasn't too into reading YA books about fey, but Wicked Lovely was an exception. I gave it a try, and I found myself flying through the pages. Fragile Eternity was a fantastic read. We finally get to find out what happens after Wicked Lovely. Throughout the book Seth feels far away from Ash because she accepted to become Summer Queen alongside Kennan, and he's bound to her.

The writing is good and understandable. I liked the scenes Melissa wrote with Donia and Kennan, those were so realistic it made me feel like part of the story. Though at some points I found myself getting distracted because the story wasn't moving along too quickly. The ending pages were lighting, I flipped and flipped through the reading.

Overall, Fragile Eternity is a well written book, any Wicked Lovely fan will enjoy this book. Now I'm anxiously waiting for The Darkest Mercy.

Up next:

Waiting on Wednesday

2011-02-16T00:00:00.000-08:00

What Happened To Goodbye
Pages: 416 pgs.
Published: May 10th, 2011
Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group

Another town. Another school. Another Mclean. Ever since her parents' bitter divorce, Mclean and her father have been fleeing their unhappy past. And Mclean's become a pro at reinventing herself with each move. But in Lakeview, Mclean finds herself putting down roots and making friends—in part, thanks to Dave, the most real person Mclean's ever met. Dave just may be falling in love with her, but can he see the person she really is? Does Mclean herself know?

I wanted to post something outside of Supernatural genre. Author Sarah Dessen is one of my favorites and 2 years ago I got the chance to meet her on her Along for the Ride book tour. If you haven't read a book by her I highly recommend picking up one of her 9 books:
That Summer
Somone Like You
The Truth About Forever
Just Listen
This Lullaby
Lock and Key
Along for the Ride
Dreamland
Keeping the Moon

So as a huge fan I had to post What Happened to Goodbye here.

'Beastly' Exclusive Clip/Poster

2011-02-15T16:57:00.001-08:00

A few months ago I posted this about Beastly and my excitement about the release of the film. And we finally get a scene from the movie!

Watch the clip here.

Waiting on Wednesday

2011-02-09T00:05:00.000-08:00

Original Sin (Personal Demons #2)
Pages: 400 pgs.
Published: July 5th, 2011
Publisher: Tor Teen

When secrets and old histories come to light, Frannie realizes that nobody is who she thought they were. Hell won’t give up and Heaven won’t give in. Some are willing to hurt anyone close to Frannie in order to get what they want. It will take everything she has and then some to stay out of Hell's grasp.

And not everyone will get out of it alive..

Book Blogger Hop 2/4-2/7

2011-02-05T10:15:00.000-08:00

The Book Blogger Hop is a weekly event hosted by Jennifer at Crazy for Books and runs from Friday to Sunday.
Each week a different question will be added to the hop in order for conversations to occur, and for followers to get to know you and your blog better.

"What are you reading now and why are you reading it?"

I'm currently reading Fragile Eternity by Melissa Marr. I liked Wicked Lovely and Ink Exchange and since I loved both I bought Fragile Eternity to find out what happenes in the story, Now I'm trying to finish it before Darkest Mercy is release on February 22nd.
What are you reading? And Why?

The Demon Trapper's Daughter Giveaway

2011-02-03T15:57:00.000-08:00

Confessions of a Bookaholic is giving away a signed copy of The Demon Trapper's Daughter, a Demon Trapper's backpack, series decals, and a Demon Trapper's Guild iron on patch!

Rules:

You must be at least 13 to enter.
Name and email must be provided and counts as 1 entry.
Extra entries are possible and links must be provided.
Contest is US/ Canada Only and ends February 24th.
Once contacted the winner will have 48 hours to respond with their mailing address.
The form must be filled out to enter.

Enter to win here.

Waiting on Wednesday

2011-02-02T00:05:00.000-08:00

Wolfsbane
Pages: 400 pgs.
Published: July 12th, 2011
Publisher: Philomel

Betrayal, loss, pain, fear. How many trials can love endure and still survive?

Alpha wolf Calla Tor forges an alliance with her masters' enemies and tries to rescue her pack from imprisonment in Vail.

Teaser Tuesday

2011-02-01T17:46:00.000-08:00

Teaser Tuesday is a weekly post hosted by Should Be Reading.
This is all you have to do:

-Grab your current read
-Open to a random page
-Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page
-BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!)
-Share the title & author, too, so that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teasers!

Here is this week's:

By Melissa Marr
Hardcover, 389 pages
Published April 21st 2009 by HaperCollins

1) "Resolved, he walked toward the Crow's Nest. He saw three guards following him, but he refused to acknowledge them." - Fragile Eternity, 216

2) "In a matter of minutes he was dressed and lacing his boots" - Fragile Eternity, 216

Nightshade by Andrea Cremer

2011-02-01T17:24:00.000-08:00

Nightshade by Andrea Cremer
Publisher: Philomel
Pages: 452
My Rating:

Calla Tor has always known her destiny: After graduating from the Mountain School, she'll be the mate of sexy alpha wolf Ren Laroche and fight with him, side by side, ruling their pack and guarding sacred sites for the Keepers. But when she violates her masters' laws by saving a beautiful human boy out for a hike, Calla begins to question her fate, her existence, and the very essence of the world she has known. By following her heart, she might lose everything— including her own life. Is forbidden love worth the ultimate sacrifice?

I know I took too long to finish Nightshade but the past two months have been hectic. I finally got to finish the book. And here is a new review too keep the blog running.

Nightshade was a well written debut novel for Andrea Cremer. Not only were the characters descriptive but overall the love triangle between the three main charactes, Calla, Shay and Ren, was magnificant that I couldn't get enough of it.

As much as I liked the story and the way the plot moved, I thought that some parts could have been more paced, but other than that I don't really have any complains about this book. The cover is simply beautiful.

Nightshade is a magnificant and fast-pace debut, pick it up when you have a chance.
You won't be disappointed with the characters, story, myth, and writing.

My Book Boyfriend (2)

2011-01-26T00:20:00.000-08:00

My Book Boyfriend is a new weekly meme hosted at The Unread Reader.

1. On Wednesdays, make a post about a fictional boy that totally made you swoon! In your post, make sure you include your book boyfriend's stats, a picture of what you imagine he looks like and some quotes from him that had you at hello. Credit the book and please include page numbers when you can.
2. Grab the My Book Boyfriend button to include in your post.
3. Be sure to come back here and add the DIRECT link to your post on the Mr. Linky Widget that will be provided here on Wednesdays.
4. Don't forget to check out other people's My Book Boyfriend posts. Everyone that agrees to participate will try to visit others and leave comments. Bloggers love comments.
5. Anyone is welcome to join at anytime, but no one is obligated to participate every week.
6. In your post provide a link back to this My Book Boyfriend introduction post so that other people can find the information about participating.

Let's start with the amazing Daniel Kalbi from The Dark Divine!

Daniel Kalbi

Physical description: Age 18. Naturally very blond but sometimes dyes his hair black. Deep, dark brown eyes. Lean build, but tall and well-muscled. Devious smile. Sometimes described as being "wicked hot" but also sometimes he looks like an angel.

Who doesn't like the mysterious and good looking Daniel Kalbi at the beginning of The Dark Divine? I don't want to spoil the book to others, but I never expected him to be what he is, and I really like that he calls Grace, Gracie and he cares for her, I'm a sucker for Daniel Kalbi.

Quotes:
Things Daniel said that had me crazy about him.

"Kiss me."
"What? Give it back."
"Kiss me and I'll give it back."

"I will be the monster for you."

Who is your literary crush?

Waiting on Wednesday

2011-01-26T00:10:00.000-08:00

Blessed
Pages: 480 pgs.
Published: February 8th, 2011
Publisher: Candlewick Press

With a wink and a nod to Bram Stoker, New York Times best-selling author Cynthia Leitich Smith unites the casts of Tantalize and Eternal in a delicious dark fantasy her fans will devour.

Quincie P. Morris, teen restaurateuse and neophyte vampire, is in the fight of her life — or undeath. Even as she adjusts to her new appetites, she must clear her best friend and true love, the hybrid werewolf Kieren, of murder charges; thwart the apocalyptic ambitions of Bradley Sanguini, the seductive vampire-chef who "blessed" her; and keep her dead parents’ restaurant up and running. She hires a more homespun chef and adds the preternaturally beautiful Zachary to her wait staff. But with hundreds of new vampires on the rise and Bradley off assuming the powers of Dracula Prime, Zachary soon reveals his true nature — and a flaming sword — and they hit the road to staunch the bloodshed before it’s too late. Even if they save the world, will there be time left to salvage Quincie’s soul?

New Poll/Delayed

2011-01-24T21:33:00.000-08:00

I know I promised new reviews and contests, but moving this month and getting all my stuff into boxes and into the new home is such a hassel.
But after this weekend, hopefully, everything will go back to normal and I can catch up with my reading list.
For the mean time tell me what book I should read after Nightshade.

What Should I Read After Nightshade?

Vote on the sidebar →

My Book Boyfriend (1)

2011-01-20T22:46:00.000-08:00

My Book Boyfriend is a new weekly meme hosted at The Unread Reader.

1. On Wednesdays, make a post about a fictional boy that totally made you swoon! In your post, make sure you include your book boyfriend's stats, a picture of what you imagine he looks like and some quotes from him that had you at hello. Credit the book and please include page numbers when you can.
2. Grab the My Book Boyfriend button to include in your post.
3. Be sure to come back here and add the DIRECT link to your post on the Mr. Linky Widget that will be provided here on Wednesdays.
4. Don't forget to check out other people's My Book Boyfriend posts. Everyone that agrees to participate will try to visit others and leave comments. Bloggers love comments.
5. Anyone is welcome to join at anytime, but no one is obligated to participate every week.
6. In your post provide a link back to this My Book Boyfriend introduction post so that other people can find the information about participating.

Let's start with the amazing William Herondale from Clockwork Angel!

William Herondale

Species: Nephilim
Gender: Male
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Blue
Age: 17

Will is described by many people (including himself) to be very handsome. It has been stated that Tessa thinks that he has the most beautiful face she has ever seen. He has black hair, and dark blue eyes with long, thick eyelashes. Like all Shadowhunters, he has runes marked along his body.

I first read about Will in Clockwork Angel. The moment I started reading about him I was drawn because of his story, characteristics, sarcasm, and the skill of fighting.
Being a fictional character is sometimes a good way to fantasize about the book. Because truly when you read the book you'll enjoy reading everything about Will.
His relationship with Tessa and Jem throughout the book is trustworthy and loyal. He is bound to his actions and reasons and that's why he is a good character.

Quotes:
Things Will said that had me crazy about him.

“Let me give you a piece of advice. The handsome young fellow who’s trying to rescue you from a hideous fate is never wrong. Not even if he says the sky is purple and made of hedgehogs.”
"There was a time I thought I was a ferret, but that turned out to be an opium haze. Did you know it had that effect? Because I didn't"

Who is your literary crush?

When I'm Not Reading (5)

2011-01-20T00:10:00.000-08:00

New weekly post for book blogger, Missie from The Unread Reader.

Here is another segment of When I'm Not Reading.

When I'm not reading I'm watching my complete season 1 of Glee or recorded episode (1-10) on my DVR. Now don't go nuts cause I mentioned Glee. Yes, I'm a HUGE fan of the show. I watched it back in May '09 when the "Pilot" aired! I've never missed an episode since the "Pilot". I always turn my TV on 10 minutes before the episode starts. Even if I have all the episodes (Season 1 DVD, Season 2 DVR) I still sit down and watch the reruns whenever they come out. I'm really dedicated to this show. The last show I was dedicate to this much was probably Bones.
Now my favorite character from the show has always been Emma Pillsbury, but after she married Carl Howell she's become some what of my least favorite just because I'm a Wemma (Will and Emma) couple freak. My sister and I were shouting at the TV when they finally killed in the "Sectionals" episode from Season 1. We had to wait months for the return to see more of their relationship. And can her performance of "I Could Have Dance All Night" be anymore adorable!

Are you starting to realize my addiction?

My newest favorite hopefully-soon-to-be couple is Klaine (Kurt and Blaine). Ever since episode "Never Been Kissed" when Darren Criss stole my heart with his awsome performance of "Teenage Dream". Then to move on with "Baby, It's Cold Outside". Who can resist their relationship? No one.

Currently, I'm eagerly waiting for the return on February 6th with their SuperBowl Episode and then the 8th with their Valentine's special "Silly Love Songs".

So their you have it When I'm Not Reading I'm always watching Glee.

Waiting on Wednesday

2011-01-19T00:15:00.000-08:00

Desires of the Dead (The Body Finder #2)
Pages: 368 pgs.
Published: February 15th, 2011
Publisher: Harper Collins

The missing dead call to Violet. They want to be found.

When Violet Ambrose's morbid ability to sense the echoes of those who've been murdered leads her to the body of a young boy, she draws the attention of the FBI. She is reluctantly pulled into an investigation that will endanger more than just her secret...but her relationship and possibly her life as well.

In My Bookshelf (2)

2011-01-18T21:31:00.000-08:00

In My Bookshelf is a weekly post where I'll post all the books I've gotten and are in my TBR list.

Today I got a special book and goodies I've been wanting in a very long time!

A signed copy of Personal Demons.

A 'Team Gabe' and 'Team Luc' tattoos

A Personal Demons and Original Sin signed bookmarks.

I won these wonderful goodies when I commented on an interview Andrea Cremer author of Nightshade posted of Luc and Gabe. You can read the exciting and best interview I've read here.

I'm a very happy camper today. What goodies did you get?

Book Adaptation/Cover Reveals

2011-01-17T19:02:00.001-08:00

The Power of Six, the sequel to I Am Number Four.

In other news, The Demon's Lexicon by Sarah Rees Brennan has been optioned for a film.

Film rights to Sarah Rees Brennan’s THE DEMON’S LEXICON, about two brothers hunted by a powerful magician's circle after their mother steals a charm and when the eldest is marked by a demon, the younger must save him but unwittingly uncovers the darkest of secrets, optioned to Parallel films (Triage starring Colin Farrell) by Kassie Evashevski at United Talent Agency, on behalf of Kristin Nelson at Nelson Literary Agency.

You can see her post about the rights and her thoughts on Nick, Mae, and Alan.

I also want to remind you to keep checking back for the release of VLC Productions City of Fallen Angels Book Trailer Debut!
Here is just a sneak peek!

credit to VLC Productions

Blessed/Darkest Mercy Book Trailer!

2011-01-14T10:36:00.001-08:00

A while ago I posted this post about Blessed by Cynthia Leitich Smith.

With a wink and a nod to Bram Stoker, bestselling author Cynthia Leitich Smith unites the casts of Tantalize and Eternal in a delicious dark fantasy her fans will devour.

Quincie Morris, teen restaurateur and neophyte vampire, is in the fight of her life — or undeath. Even as she adjusts to her new appetites, she must clear her best friend and true love, the hybrid-werewolf Kieren, of murder charges; thwart the apocalyptic ambitions of Bradley Sanguini, the seductive vampire-chef who “blessed” her; and keep her dead parents’ restaurant up and running. She hires a more homespun chef and adds the preternaturally beautiful Zachary to her wait staff. But with hundreds of new vampires on the rise and Bradley off assuming the powers of Dracula Prime, Zachary soon reveals his true nature — and his flaming sword — and they hit the road to staunch the bloodshed before it’s too late. Even if they save the world, will there be time left to salvage Quincie’s soul?

What do you think about it?

Also the book trailer for The Darkest Mercy by Melissa Marr was released. As of now there isn't a code to post here but you can watch it here.

Book Blogger Hop - 1/14-1/17

2011-01-14T10:26:00.000-08:00

The Book Blogger Hop is a weekly event hosted by Jennifer at Crazy for Books and runs from Friday to Sunday.
Each week a different question will be added to the hop in order for conversations to occur, and for followers to get to know you and your blog better.

"Why do you read the genre that you do? What draws you to it?"

I enjoy reading YA novels because the stories are always captivating to read about. It's easy and very outgoing with the characters. The characters can relate to anyone because they experience bad things as we teens do too. The books inspire me and it always gives me something to talk about with a reading buddy.

On special occasions I read adult novels, but it's rare if I do and I've only read about 3 in total, which I enjoyed every single one of them. The story in those were well developed and it explores the life of adulthood something that YA novels sometimes don't mention in their novels.

What genre do you read and why?

Upcoming Contests/Giveaways

2011-01-13T20:35:00.000-08:00

In the upcoming months I will be hosting different giveaways and contests.
One contest I will be holding is a banner contest where anyone can design a banner for the blog and win something special. I still don't know what I'll be giving away? But once prize is their banner will be place above. Once I have all the details I'll post it here.

I have a bit of bookmarks and other stuff you can win too.
I will be having another giveaway soon in a couple of weeks.

So if you want to get a head start in entering become a follower and add my button on your blog, it's not hard.

Also, if I get new followers there's another giveaway added to the list.

And this is probably new but the lack of comments is just agonizing to see. I have over 90+ followers and most of the posts don't get comments. I love comments, it makes me feel appreciated that my hard work is actually paying off. Thank you to the followers who take the time to leave a comment, I wish I could give you a prize. Keep it up.

Water for Elephants Tie-in Book/Movie Still

2011-01-13T20:01:00.001-08:00

On sale March 1, 2011

To wait for the release of the movie here is a new movie still.

When I'm Not Reading (4)

2011-01-13T00:05:00.000-08:00

New weekly post for book blogger, Missie from The Unread Reader.

Here is another segment of When I'm Not Reading.

When I'm not reading I'm watching my favorite Classic Disney movies or listening to the soundtracks/songs from the movies. Growing up with the Classic Disney has had a huge influence in me. Who didn't want their own carpet, prince, carriage, best friend, or personal Genie?
I know I did.
So when I'm not reading, I'm usually listening to my favorite Disney songs on YouTube or iPod.

Here is a list of my personal favorites:
- The Lion King
- Aladdin
- Mulan
- The Little Mermaid
- Peter Pan
- The Hunchback of Notre Dame
- Hercules
- The Beauty and the Beast
and many, many more! :)

Come back next week to check out what I do when I'm not reading.

Win The Iron Fey Series

2011-01-12T21:27:00.000-08:00

A Myriad of Books is giving away the complete Iron Fey Series!

I AM NOT HOLDING THIS CONTEST! A lot followers are getting confused. To enter go to the link below or above.

Here are the details:

To Enter: Leave a comment summing up your total entries (include links to anywhere you helped to spread the word for extra entries, please). The last day to enter is January 31st.

Rules and Extra Entries:

1. You must be a follower to enter. (+1 entry automatic)
2. You must have a mailing address in the US or Canada.
3. +2 extra entries for telling me what kind of faerie or mythological being is your favorite, or what faerie you'd most want to be. (For example, I like the shapeshifting phookas and any of the water demon-types. Your answer doesn't have to be a faerie from the Iron Fey obviously, and if you're fonder of werejaguars or vampires or boggarts than faeries, then go right ahead. :)
4. +3 extra entries for a sidebar link to this giveaway.
5. +2 for any tweet or facebook post about the giveaway and +5 extra entries for a blog post.
6. +1 extra entry for summing all your entries up.

The winner will be chosen by random.org on February 1st, the release date for The Iron Queen. This winner will have 48 hours to respond following my notification. (If they don't respond, a new winner will be chosen, you guys know the drill.) Good luck to everyone!

Just go here to enter! Good luck to all!

NOTIFICATION:
I'm just announcing the contest in this post. I am not holding this contest. To enter follow the link above ↑

Waiting on Wednesday

2011-01-12T00:00:00.000-08:00

City of Fallen Angesls (Mortal Instruments #4)
Pages: 432 pgs.
Published: April 5th, 2011
Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry

City of Fallen Angels is the fourth book in the bestselling series The Mortal Instruments.

“City of Fallen Angels takes place two months after the events of City of Glass. In it, a mysterious someone’s killing the Shadowhunters who used to be in Valentine’s Circle and displaying their bodies around New York City in a manner designed to provoke hostility between Downworlders and Shadowhunters, leaving tensions running high in the city and disrupting Clary’s plan to lead as normal a life as she can — training to be a Shadowhunter, and pursuing her relationship with Jace. As Jace and Clary delve into the issue of the murdered Shadowhunters, they discover a mystery that has deeply personal consequences for them — consequences that may strengthen their relationship, or rip it apart forever. Meanwhile, internecine warfare among vampires is tearing the Downworld community apart, and only Simon — the Daylighter who everyone wants on their side — can decide the outcome; too bad he wants nothing to do with Downworld politics. Love, blood, betrayal and revenge: the stakes are higher than ever in City of Fallen Angels.”

VLC Productions is currently working on the City of Fallen Angels book trailer. Here are a few breathtaking pictures!

Across the Universe Released

2011-01-11T13:28:00.000-08:00

Across the Universe by Beth Revis

A love out of time. A spaceship built of secrets and murder.

Seventeen-year-old Amy joins her parents as frozen cargo aboard the vast spaceship Godspeed and expects to awaken on a new planet, three hundred years in the future. Never could she have known that her frozen slumber would come to an end fifty years too soon and that she would be thrust into the brave new world of a spaceship that lives by its own rules.

Amy quickly realizes that her awakening was no mere computer malfunction. Someone-one of the few thousand inhabitants of the spaceship-tried to kill her. And if Amy doesn't do something soon, her parents will be next.

Now Amy must race to unlock Godspeed's hidden secrets. But out of her list of murder suspects, there's only one who matters: Elder, the future leader of the ship and the love she could never have seen coming.

Want to start reading the first 111 pages of Across the Universe? Now to11:11 PMest you can just go here to start!

Happy Reading!

Win Delirium by Lauren Oliver

2011-01-10T20:51:00.000-08:00

Lauren is giving away a finished copy of Delirium, sequel to Before I Fall and a book thong!

Here's how you enter:
+ 1 if you comment back.
+ 2 for a tweet
+ 3 for a whole honkin' blog post.

Enter to win here.

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Book Adaptation: The Great Gatsby

2011-01-10T17:34:00.001-08:00

One of my favorite 1920's work has been F. Scott Fitzgerald's, The Great Gatsby. The 20's have always have a huge impact in my likings and reading. My junior year in High School I got the chance to read it for the third time. I had never taken the chance to watch the film until the teacher played the 1974 version with Robert Redford as Jay Gatsby, Mia Farrow as Daisy Buchanan, and Sam Waterston as Nick Carraway.

So I collaborate with other bloggers to run Page to Premiere. A site dedicated to upcoming films based on books. It gives you any news, trailers, casting, articles, etc. One of our collaborators reported about a new version of Gatsby starring Leonardo DiCaprio as Jay Gatsby and Carey Mulligan as Daisy. To top it off the director of the film is none other than Baz Luhrmann! Director of Moulin Rouge! (one of my favorite musicals), Romeo&Juliet starring Claire Daines as Juliet and Leonardo DiCaprio as Romeo, and Australia.

Now you're asking yourself who is playing the main character and narrator of The Great Gatsby? Tobey Maguire was cast as Nick Carraway. To me it seems like a decent cast. The film is set to be released in 2012.

You can read all the articles/interviews:
Deadline
NY Magazine

What do you think about the new version of Gatsby?
I'll be anticipating this one for months!

Book Blogger Hop: 1/7-1/10

2011-01-07T11:33:00.000-08:00

The Book Blogger Hop is a weekly event hosted by Jennifer at Crazy for Books and runs from Friday to Sunday.
Each week a different question will be added to the hop in order for conversations to occur, and for followers to get to know you and your blog better.

"What book influenced or changed your life? How did it influence/change you?"

The Perks of Being a Wallflower

Caught between trying to live his life and trying to run from it, Charlie is navigating through the strange worlds of love, drugs, "The Rocky Horror Picture Show", and dealing with the loss of a good friend and his favorite aunt.

The Perks of Being a Wallflower changed my life because the story of Charlie really caught my attention. Not only did the author put a lot of heart and ideas into this story, but it changed my life because it made me see the world differently from the way life evolves around other people, your first crush, your first year of High School. It has multiple themes and it was a book every teen should read, to realize that not only do they have a "horrible life" but it could be much worse and everyone goes through with it once in their life. This book just sums up everything.

If you're looking for something worth your time, pick up The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky. Not only did it make me think about life and the real problems people face, but Charlie's character was well written and it could be a significant book to a lot of new readers.

Tell me what book changed your life?

Win Evermore and Radiance

2011-01-07T09:03:00.000-08:00

Enter to win here.

It's simple and really easy.

Book Cover: Passion (Fallen #3)

2011-01-06T12:53:00.000-08:00

Passion by Lauren Kate
Publication Date: June 14th, 2011
Pages: 464 pages
Publisher: Delacorte Books for Young Readers

Before Luce and Daniel met at Sword & Cross and fought immortals at Shoreline, they lived many lives. . . .

Lauren's Words:
"When I started writing Passion, I knew the series was bursting into some very exciting uncharted territory. This chase backwards through time, with each chapter set in a different country and a different century across five thousand years is undoubtedly the most romantic, most intense, most…passionate book I’ve ever written–and I think you’ll agree it has the cover to match. I love the dramatic bursts of color, the intensity and desolation of the backdrop, and of course, the dress. It’s also the perfect book to show just a hint of Luce’s face. I am counting down the days until I can share the book with you, but in the meantime, I hope you love the cover as much as I do."

When I'm Not Reading (3)

2011-01-06T00:10:00.000-08:00

New weekly post for book blogger, Missie from The Unread Reader.

Here is another segment of When I'm Not Reading.

When I'm not reading I'm listening to music. It includes anything: Musicals, soundtracks, Queen, Muse, Glee, or any song I have stuck in my head. I listen to music when I'm cleaning my room or while I brush my teeth with the music loud enough to be heard.
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Weekly Song
Don't know why, but this song is stuck in my head :)
The censored version. You can watch the original here.

And if you're a Gleek like me, watch the Gwyneth Paltrow version.

Notification: Blog Alert

2011-01-05T20:33:00.000-08:00

I need to inform the Midwinter's Eve Hop Winners that their books will be shipped a little later than I expected.
I'm recently in the process of moving and it might take the whole month to ship the books out to the winners.
Again, I repeat that I'm very sorry for the late shipping, but moving is such a hassle and takes a lot of time and figuring out what to keep and what to throw away.
Once I'm done and settle that's the first thing I'm doing, shipping the books to the winners.

I hope you all had a blast during the Holidays and made New Year's Resolutions.

TV Spots - Book Adaptations

2011-01-05T14:08:00.000-08:00

On Monday while watching the Winter Premiere of Pretty Little Liars on ABC Family two very good TV Spots/Trailers came out. One was the one I've been waiting for years to come out, Beastly!

Beastly (2011)

A modern-day take on the "Beauty and the Beast" tale where a New York teen is transformed into a hideous monster in order to find true love.

And the second was I Am Number Four!

I Am Number Four (2011)

John is an extraordinary teen, masking his true identity and passing as a typical high school student to elude a deadly enemy seeking to destroy him. Three like him have already been killed ... he is Number Four.

Which one are you most excited to watch?

Desires of Death Book Trailer

2011-01-05T13:56:00.000-08:00

Desires of the Dead by Kimberly Derting
On Sale: 2/15/2011

The missing dead call to Violet. They want to be found.

Violet can sense the echoes of those who've been murdered—and the matching imprint that clings to their killers. Only those closest to her know what she is capable of, but when she discovers the body of a young boy she also draws the attention of the FBI, threatening her entire way of life.

As Violet works to keep her morbid ability a secret, she unwittingly becomes the object of a dangerous obsession. Normally she'd turn to her best friend, Jay, except now that they are officially a couple, the rules of their relationship seem to have changed. And with Jay spending more and more time with his new friend Mike, Violet is left with too much time on her hands as she wonders where things went wrong. But when she fills the void by digging into Mike's tragic family history, she stumbles upon a dark truth that could put everyone in danger.

Waiting on Wednesday

2011-01-05T11:07:00.000-08:00

Linger by Maggie Stiefvater
Pages: 368 pages
Publication Date: July 12th 2011
Publisher: Scholastic Press

The thrilling conclusion to #1 bestselling Shiver trilogy from Maggie Stievater

In Maggie Stiefvater's SHIVER, Grace and Sam found each other. In LINGER, they fought to be together. Now, in FOREVER, the stakes are even higher than before. Wolves are being hunted. Lives are being threatened. And love is harder and harder to hold on to as death comes closing in.

Awakened (House of Night # 8)

2011-01-05T10:59:00.000-08:00

Summary:

At the start of Awakened, the pulse-pounding eighth installment of the bestselling House of Night series, Zoey has returned, mostly whole, from the Otherworld to her rightful place as High Priestess at the House of Night. Her friends are just glad to have her back, but after losing her human consort, Heath, will Zoey—or her relationship with her super- hot Warrior, Stark—ever be the same? Stevie Rae is drawn even closer to Rephaim, the Raven Mocker with whom she shares a mysterious and powerful Imprint, but he is a dangerous secret that isolates her from her school, her red fledglings, and even her best friends. When the dark threat of Neferet—who is coming closer and closer to achieving her twisted goal of immortality—and Kalona returns, what will it take to keep the House of Night from being lost forever, and what will one desperate girl do to keep her heart from being irreparably broken?

You can go out and get your copy!

When I'm Not Reading (2)

2010-12-30T00:15:00.000-08:00

New weekly post for book blogger, Missie from The Unread Reader.

When I'm not reading or have my face stuck in a book I'm at Disneyland with my friends or family. As an Annual Pass Holder for the second year in a row I get to spend part of my days in "the happiest place on Earth".
When I'm not caught up reading you can find me there enojoying the rides and always watching Disney's California Adventure's "Aladdin A Musical Spectacular" with my friends.

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Weekly Song

I first heard "Teenage Dream" when I got the Tap Tap Revenge 3 app on my iPhone with original Katy Perry's version. I really liked the song and it stuck with me until Glee did the acapella version.

Waiting on Wednesday

2010-12-29T16:35:00.000-08:00

Darkest Mercy (Wicked Lovely #5)
Pages: 336
Publication Date: February 22nd 2011
Publisher: HarperCollins

The Summer King is missing; the Dark Court is bleeding; and a stranger walks the streets of Huntsdale, his presence signifying the deaths of powerful fey.

Aislinn tends to the Summer Court, searching for her absent king and yearning for Seth. Torn between his new queen and his old love, Keenan works from afar to strengthen his court against the coming war. Donia longs for fiery passion even as she coolly readies the Winter Court for battle. And Seth, sworn brother of the Dark King and heir to the High Queen, is about to make a mistake that could cost his life.

Love, despair, and betrayal ignite the Faery Courts, and in the final conflict, some will win . . . and some will lose everything.

The thrilling conclusion to Melissa Marr's New York Times bestselling Wicked Lovely series will leave readers breathless.

WishList Wednesday

2010-12-29T16:28:00.000-08:00

Bloody Valentine

Vampires have powers beyond human comprehension: strength that defies logic, speed that cannot be captured on film, the ability to shapeshift and more. But in matters of the heart, no one, not even the strikingly beautiful and outrageously wealthy Blue Bloods, has total control. In Bloody Valentine, bestselling author Melissa de la Cruz offers readers a new story about the love lives of their favorite vamps - the passion and heartache, the hope and devastation, the lust and longing. Combined with all the glitz, glamour, and mystery fans have come to expect, this is sure to be another huge hit in the Blue Bloods series.

Also, witness the bonding of Jack and Schuyler.

Books Out This Week

2010-12-27T14:19:00.000-08:00

* The Lost Saint by Bree Despain
* Once In A Full Moon by Ellen Schreiber
* Bloody Valentine by Melissa de la Cruz
* Prom & Prejudice by Elizabeth Eulberg
* Fallen Angel by Heather Terrell
* Wishful Thinking by Alexandra Bullen
* Vampire Crush by A.M. Robinson
* My Soul To Steal by Rachel Vincent
* Deadly Little Games by Laurie Faria Stolarz
* Sapphique by Catherine Fisher
* Water Wars by Cameron Stracher

Hope you can get your hands with at least a copy of one of these. Happy Reading, everyone!

Happy Holidays!

2010-12-24T11:29:00.000-08:00

I want to wish all my followers and viewers a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
I hope you get all the presents and books you've wanted this year!
Have a safe and happy Christmas Eve!

Other News:

* After the Holidays the winners of the Midwinter's Eve Hop prizes will be shipped and delivered!
* I will have tons of giveaways and contests in the upcoming year, be alert!

When I'm Not Reading (1)

2010-12-23T11:07:00.000-08:00

New weekly post for book blogger. The Unread Reader, Missie.

Here is how When I'm Not Reading works:

1. Every Thursday make a post in which you share a little something about yourself or what you like to do outside of blogging. Include pictures or videos. Make it fun and wild or simple and sweet!

2. The point of this meme is to get to know other bloggers! And the one thing I've learned is that bloggers love comments! Everyone that agrees to participate will try to visit each other's post and leave comments!

3. Anyone is welcome to join at anytime, but no one is obligated to participate every week.

4. Be sure to sign the Mr. Linky Widget that will be posted here on Thursdays.

5. In your post provide a link back to this When I'm Not Reading intro post so that other people can find the information about participating and grab the coolest button ever!

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This is PERFECT for me. Because when I'm not blogging or trying to run my other blogs (top ↑) I'm usually watching reruns of Buffy the Vampire Slayer on LogoTV and Chiller. Aside from Buffy I also watch Angel and Bones on TNT. Have you noticed my love for David Boreanaz yet?
Glee is my main priority when it comes to watching new shows. Glee is my favorite TV show along with the amazing Supernatural and sexy and seductive The Vampire Diaries. That's just a little glimpse of what I do when I'm not running my blogs and checking for new upcoming films.
Along with this weekly post I will post The Song of the Week! It's the same thing I do over at my personaly blog under Weekly Song.

The performance in the movie and the song just captivated me so it had to be featured this week!
"Black Sheep" by Metric

That's one part of what I do when I'm not blogging. Come back next week to see what I'll feature. What do you do when you're not blogging?

Midwinter's Eve Hop Winners!

2010-12-23T00:10:00.000-08:00

Winner of Maxium Ride: The Angel Experiment by James Patterson
Catherine Lewis

Winner of Tithe by Holly Black
Lisa Faber

Winner of The Almost Moon by Alice Sebold
Heather Morse

Winner of Reincarnation by Suzanne Weyn
Teresa Thomas Bohannnon

You all have been notified by email. You have exactly 24 hours to reply or a new winner will be chosen. Thanks to everyone who joined the giveaway! They're will be a lot more coming after the holidays!

And thanks to the new followers! More than 90 new followers! Wow. That was a shocker to me! Thank You! I wish I had a giveaway to give all you guys! I'm sure one of you will win in the upcoming contests and giveaways!

'I Am Number Four' Extended Trailer

2010-12-22T16:34:00.000-08:00

Waiting on Wednesday

2010-12-22T11:46:00.000-08:00

A weekly event that is hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine and spotlights upcoming releases we are eagerly anticipating.

Across the Universe

Seventeen-year-old Amy joins her parents as frozen cargo aboard the vast spaceship Godspeed and expects to awaken on a new planet, three hundred years in the future. Never could she have known that her frozen slumber would come to an end fifty years too soon and that she would be thrust into the brave new world of a spaceship that lives by its own rules.

Amy quickly realizes that her awakening was no mere computer malfunction. Someone--one of the few thousand inhabitants of the spaceship--tried to kill her. And if Amy doesn't do something soon, her parents will be next.

Now Amy must race to unlock Godspeed's hidden secrets. But out of her list of murder suspects, there's only one who matters: Elder, the future leader of the ship and the love she could never have seen coming

What books are you anticipated to read?

Last Day for Midwinter's Ever Hop!

2010-12-22T11:23:00.000-08:00

Today is the last day you can enter to win one the books I'm giving away.
I just wanted to let everyone know that

* I will be annoucing the winners tomorrow, not Friday.
* Winners will be notified by email.
* Winners will have exactly 24hours to reply or new winners will be chosen.
* Your books will arrive after the holidays.
* Got any questions email me at libielzombiesrule@gmail.com

WishList Wednesday

2010-12-22T00:00:00.000-08:00

Vixen By Jillian Larkin
Hardcover, 421 pages
Published: December 14th 2010 by Delacorte Books for Young Readers

Jazz . . . Booze . . . Boys . . . It’s a dangerous combination.
Every girl wants what she can’t have. Seventeen-year-old Gloria Carmody wants the flapper lifestyle—and the bobbed hair, cigarettes, and music-filled nights that go with it. Now that she’s engaged to Sebastian Grey, scion of one of Chicago’s most powerful families, Gloria’s party days are over before they’ve even begun . . . or are they?
Clara Knowles, Gloria’s goody-two-shoes cousin, has arrived to make sure the high-society wedding comes off without a hitch—but Clara isn’t as lily-white as she appears. Seems she has some dirty little secrets of her own that she’ll do anything to keep hidden.
Lorraine Dyer, Gloria’s social-climbing best friend, is tired of living in Gloria’s shadow. When Lorraine’s envy spills over into desperate spite, no one is safe. And someone’s going to be very sorry. . . .
From debut author Jillian Larkin, VIXEN is the first novel in the sexy, dangerous, and ridiculously romantic new series set in the Roaring Twenties . . . when anything goes.

Watching the book trailer was what made me want to read this even more! The 1920's always fascinated me. For once, The Great Gatsby and Chicago the Musical. Hopefully I can get my hands with a copy.

Another YA novel based on the 1920's is Bright Young Things by Anna Godbersen.

Midwinter Eve's Hop

2010-12-21T00:01:00.000-08:00

Since my book blog is new I've joined this hoping to get followers to my blog.
Hopefully someone takes interest. And I'm sorry if the things I'm giving away aren't that great, this is my first time running a book blog and I'm new to this, so I'm keeping the things at limit.

Here are the rules:
Fill out the form[s]
Need to be a follower to enter, I will verify if you're one.
Comment on this post
And check the other blogs participating here.
Simple.Winners will be chosen by Random.org.Winners will be annouced on Friday December 24, 2010.

Here are the forms:
Tithe by Holly Black
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Reincarnation by Suzanne Weyn
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Maximum Ride: The Angel Experiment by James Patterson
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The Almost Moon by Alice Sebold

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The Hidden (The Hollow #3)

2010-12-18T11:49:00.000-08:00

"A love so dark and true.
Find out what happens with Abbey and Caspian and the town of Sleepy Hollow in the long-awaited and thrilling conclusion to The Hollow trilogy."

Release Date: September 6th, 2011

Holiday Gifts

2010-12-17T19:07:00.000-08:00

If you're trying to buy something for someone who enjoys reading young adult but can't seem to find something good that will satisfy them? Here are a few books I suggest checking out.

Werewolves:

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Fallen Angels:

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Supernatural:

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Adults:
(I won't forget you)

Hopefully these help you find something good to read or buy as a gift.

Circle of Fire (Prophecy of the Sisters #3)

2010-12-16T21:53:00.001-08:00

Circle of Fire
Hardcover, 352 pages
Expected Publication: August 1st 2011 by Little Brown&Company

With time dwindling but her will to end the Prophecy stronger than ever, Lia sets out on a journey to find the remaining keys, locate the missing pages of the Prophecy, and convince her sister Alice to help--or risk her life trying. Lia has her beloved Dimitri by her side, but Alice has James, the man who once loved her sister--and maybe still does. James doesn't know the truth about either sister, or the prophecy that divides them. And Alice intends to keep it that way.

There are some secrets sisters aren't meant to share. Because when they do, it destroys them. This stunning conclusion to Michelle Zink's Prophecy of the Sisters trilogy will make saying good-bye bittersweet for readers.

I'm not sure if this is the actual cover. I found it on Goodreads.com page. So I'm assuming it is. If you have an actual link to the confimation please leave a message.

Random Post: Notification

2010-12-16T21:36:00.000-08:00

I know I've had Nightshade by Andrea Cremer on my 'Currently Reading' on the sidebar→
and I haven't finished it and given a new book review. This is due to College Finals. Most of my time has gone to studying, studying, and more studying. I haven't gotten the chance to finishing it. Now that tomorrow is my last day of Fall semester ,I will have time over the holidays to read the rest of the books I've had stacked on my shelf.

Here's a list of the upcoming books I'll be reading and reviewing:

Nightshade by Andrea Cremer
Prophecy of the Sister by Michelle Zink
Before I Fall by Lauren Oliver
The Lost Saint by Bree Despain
Fragile Eternity by Melissa Marr

I'll add more once I find my TBR List.

Bloody Valentine Book Trailer

2010-12-16T16:11:00.000-08:00

VLC Photo have just released the Bloody Valentine Book Trailer!

Bloody Valentine

Vampires have powers beyond human comprehension: strength that defies logic, speed that cannot be captured on film, the ability to shapeshift and more. But in matters of the heart, no one, not even the strikingly beautiful and outrageously wealthy Blue Bloods, has total control. In Bloody Valentine, bestselling author Melissa de la Cruz offers readers a new story about the love lives of their favorite vamps - the passion and heartache, the hope and devastation, the lust and longing. Combined with all the glitz, glamour, and mystery fans have come to expect, this is sure to be another huge hit in the Blue Bloods series.

'I Am Number Four' PG-13 Rating

2010-12-14T21:41:00.000-08:00

Upcoming Presidents Day weekend release I Am Number Four was rated PG-13 for “intense sequences of violence and action, and for language.” This differed from Percy Jackson & The Olympians: The Lightning Thief, which was released with a PG rating on the same weekend in 2010, implying that I Am Number Four will target a slightly older crowd. The sci-fi adventure is set to open Feb. 18 against Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son and Unknown.

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Waiting on Wednesday

2010-12-14T21:28:00.000-08:00

A weekly event that is hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine and spotlights upcoming releases we are eagerly anticipating

The Lost Saint by Bree Despain
Hardcover, 384 pages
Release: December 28th 2010 by EgmontUSA

Grace Divine made the ultimate sacrifice to cure Daniel Kalbi. She was infected with the werewolf curse while trying to save him, and lost her beloved brother in the process.
Desperate to find Jude, Grace befriends Talbot, a newcomer to town. But as the two grow closer, Grace’s relationship with Daniel is put in danger — in more ways than one.

Unaware of the dark path she is walking, Grace begins to give into the wolf inside of her — not realizing that an enemy has returned and a deadly trap is about to be sprung.

Bree Despain delivers sizzling romance and thrilling action in the heart-pounding sequel to The Dark Divine.

Across the Universe Contest

2010-12-14T15:53:00.000-08:00

Ancross the Universe is one of the 2011 books I'm dying to read. And when I found out that the author, Beth Revis is having a contest over at at blog I wanted to enter it to try and win at least a singed ARC or swag. Worth the try, no?
You can enter too here

$20 Amazon Gift Card Contest

2010-12-14T11:00:00.000-08:00

Over at I Am a Reader Not a Writer they are giving away a $20 Amazon Gift Card for their 6 month running their blog!

Find out more about it here

City of Fallen Angels Cover!

2010-12-14T10:51:00.001-08:00

I love it! Simon finally on the cover!

I've always loved the covers Cliff Neilson has done for the MI series. Each one is fun and different in its own right. For the "second cycle" of The Mortal Instruments we wanted to do something that would link the cover aesthetically to the earlier covers while having a different quality that announced that this was a new chapter in these characters' lives. We decided that each of the Second Cycle covers is going to have two characters on it — in this case Clary and Simon.

Close up on Clary's eyes:

Close up on necklace ring:

And read the first chapter here

On Sale April 5, 2011

The Lost Saint Book Trailer

2010-12-14T10:30:00.000-08:00

You can read the prologue here and the first chapter here.
Bree Despain is also having her last contest before the release of The Lost Saint. This is what you can win:

1st Place:
6" Kindle with WiFi.
$10 Amazon gift card (so you can buy an eBook version of THE LOST SAINT)
$20 gift card to iTunes (so you can buy the songs on THE LOST SAINT playlist :D).
Signed first edition of MATCHED by Ally Condie

2nd place:
Signed first editions of: MATCHED by Ally Condie, THE SCORCH TRIALS by James Dashner, and BEAUTIFUL DARKNESS by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl.

3rd Place:
Signed first editions of: THE SCORCH TRIALS by James Dashner, and BEAUTIFUL DARKNESS by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl.

Remember, contest ends at midnight MST on Dec. 26th and contest winners will be announced the morning of Dec. 28th (TLS release day!)

Go over here to find out more details about this contest.

City of Fallen Angels Cover Revealed Tomorrow!

2010-12-13T15:46:00.000-08:00

The cover of the fourth installment in the Mortal Instruments, City of Fallen Angels will be revealed tomorrow!
Come back tomorrow and take a look at the new cover!

Giveaway (1)

2010-12-13T11:35:00.000-08:00

First every giveaway in the blog! Ends on December 20th, 2011!

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Leave a comment letting me know you entered.

New Blog!

2010-12-13T09:45:00.001-08:00

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Any Nighshades or Banes?
Visit the blog. It's still under construction so bare with me.
I usually make fan blogs for books I liked! And Nightshade is one!

City of Bones Movie News

2010-12-10T20:13:00.000-08:00

Lily Collins has been confirmed that she has been cast as Clary Fray in the upcoming City of Bones book adaptation.

Lily Collins has been set to star in Mortal Instruments, the first installment of the novel series City of Bones which is being directed by Scott Charles Stewart for Screen Gems. Collins, who followed The Blind Side by starring with Taylor Lautner in Abduction, next stars in Priest. She’s repped by CAA.

From Cassandra Clare's Livejournal:

Just dropping an entry to announce that, as reported by Deadline, Lily Collins, who starred in The Blind Side and the upcoming Priest**, has been cast to play Clary in the movie adaptation of City of Bones. The producers and director have worked with her before and say great things, and I have to admit right now I haven't seen The Blind Side but am obviously going to go out and watch it NOW.

Are you happy with this? Do you agree with Lily Collins (The Blind Side) as Clary?

Now to wait for the casting of Jace. And everyone knows that our favorite is Alex Pettyfer.

I Am Number Four Official Trailer

2010-12-07T11:07:00.001-08:00

Teaser Tuesday

2010-12-07T10:45:00.000-08:00

Teaser Tuesday is a weekly post hosted by Should Be Reading.
This is all you have to do:

Grab your current read
Open to a random page
Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page
BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!)
Share the title & author, too, so that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teasers!

Here is this week's:

By Andrea Cremer
Hardcover, 454 pages
Published October 19th 2010 by Philomel (first published 2010)

1) "The scent of his skin, crisp and sharp as a glacial pool, wrapped around me and cleared the haze of my mind." - Calla, Nightshade, 297
2) "Shay gripped my shoulders and molded my body against him"- Calla, Nightshade, 297

HarperTeen Supernatural Tour

2010-12-03T14:17:00.000-08:00

Harper Teen is having a Supernatural Tour with authors: Ellen Schreiber, Cynthia Hand, Claudia Gray, Courtney Allison Moulton, and Kimberly Derting.

Tour Video:

Water for Elephants Still

2010-12-02T21:56:00.000-08:00

This is the first, at least I've seen, still from Water for Elephants.

I can't wait for the release!

Original Sin Cover

2010-12-02T16:17:00.000-08:00

Original Sin

Original Sin is the sequel to Personal Demons. Lisa is having a contest over at her blog.
All you have to do is visit the blogs she posted, comment, and enter the form to win a ARC of Original Sin!
Also you can win both Personal Demons and Original Sin by commenting on her blog and adding the number of entries to win both books.

Clockwork Angel Best of 2010

2010-11-25T16:41:00.000-08:00

The California Chronicle has named Clockwork Angel one of 2010's top 100 books.

You can find the rest of the list here

Crescendo by Becca Fitzpatrick

2010-11-25T10:22:00.000-08:00

Crescendo by Becca Fitzpatrick
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Pages: 427
My Rating:

Nora should have known her life was far from perfect. Despite starting a relationship with her guardian angel, Patch (who, title aside, can be described as anything but angelic), and surviving an attempt on her life, things are not looking up. Patch is starting to pull away and Nora can't figure out if it's for her best interest or if his interest has shifted to her arch-enemy, Marcie Millar. Not to mention that Nora is haunted by images of her father and she becomes obsessed with finding out what really happened to him that night he left for Portland and never came home.

The further Nora delves into the mystery of her father's death, the more she comes to question if her Nephilim bloodline has something to do with it as well as why she seems to be in danger more than the average girl. Since Patch isn't answering her questions and seems to be standing in her way, she has to start finding the answers on her own. Relying too heavily on the fact that she has a guardian angel puts Nora at risk again and again. But can she really count on Patch or is he hiding secrets darker than she can even imagine?

I have mixed feelings about Crescendo. I enjoyed every bit, but Nora got a little out of hands. As much as she loves Patch, she shouldn't have gone and done all those things she did. Scott made me feel a little concern, I didn't know if he was good or bad. Patch or should I saw Jev. I prefer Patch more than Jev, but it was nice to know his real name. Jev Cipriano.

I wish I could've read more funny parts from Vee, she was a good and funny character in the first. She was still funny in this, but not too much like the first.

The Black Hand, Nephilim, Fallen Angels, Archangels myth is still a little confusing in this novel. I had to read it multiple times to understand what was going on. But after re-reading it a couple times I understood it.

Overall, I enjoyed this very much and can't wait for the next book, Tempest. Especially after that ending.

New 'Beastly' Still

2010-11-23T17:39:00.000-08:00

If you don't know about Beastly I will just post the book summary and cover.

I am a beast. A beast. Not quite wolf or bear, gorilla or dog, but a horrible new creature who walks upright – a creature with fangs and claws and hair springing from every pore. I am a monster.

You think I’m talking fairy tales? No way. The place is New York City. The time is now. It’s no deformity, no disease. And I’ll stay this way forever – ruined – unless I can break the spell.

Yes, the spell, the one the witch in my English class cast on me. Why did she turn me into a beast who hides by day and prowls by night? I’ll tell you. I’ll tell you how I used to be Kyle Kingsbury, the guy you wished you were, with money, perfect looks, and a perfect life. And then, I’ll tell you how I became perfectly beastly.

I Am Number Four Movie Tie-In Cover

2010-11-23T17:17:00.001-08:00

I like it because it has Alex Pettyfer on the cover.

Water for Elephants Add

2010-11-23T17:01:00.000-08:00

Water for Elephants in amongst one of the based on book adaptation I'm dying to watch. I read the book earlier this year then finding out a film was being made. I was somewhat happy. Hopefully the movie doesn't let me down like The Time Traveler's Wife film did, as much as I agreed with the cast the film simply didn't satify me.

The Story
As a young man, Jacob Jankowski was tossed by fate onto a rickety train that was home to the Benzini Brothers Most Spectacular Show on Earth. It was the early part of the great Depression, and for Jacob, now ninety, the circus world he remembers was both his salvation and a living hell. A veterinary student just shy of a degree, he was put in charge of caring for the circus menagerie.

It was there that he met Marlena, the beautiful equestrian star married to August, the charismatic but twisted animal trainer. And he met Rosie, an untrainable elephant who was the great gray hope for this third-rate traveling show. The bond that grew among this unlikely trio was one of love and trust, and, ultimately, it was their only hope for survival.

The Dark Divine Paperback

2010-11-23T10:28:00.000-08:00

The paperback of The Dark Divine is out today. You can go to your local bookstore and pick up your copy if you have not read it yet. Trust me, it's a good book. Also keep in mind The Lost Saint is out December 28.

Shadow Hills New Cover

2010-11-22T20:46:00.000-08:00

After her sister Athena's tragic death, it's obvious that grief-stricken Persephone "Phe" Archer no longer belongs in Los Angeles. Hoping to make sense of her sister's sudden demise and the cryptic dreams following it, Phe abandons her bubbly LA life to attend an uptight East Coast preparatory school in Shadow Hills, MA — a school which her sister mysteriously mentioned in her last diary entry before she died.

Once there, Phe quickly realizes that something is deeply amiss in her new town. Not only does Shadow Hills' history boast an unexplained epidemic that decimated hundreds of its citizens in the 1700s, but its modern townies also seem eerily psychic, with the bizarre ability to bend metal. Even Zach — the gorgeous stranger Phe meets and immediately begins to lust after — seems as if he is hiding something serious. Phe is determined to get to the bottom of it. The longer she stays there, the more she suspects that her sister's untimely death and her own destiny are intricately linked to those who reside in Shadow Hills.

This is the paperback edition for every money saver.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1

2010-11-19T13:22:00.000-08:00

Harry, Ron and Hermione set out on their perilous mission to track down and destroy the secret to Voldemort's immortality and destruction -- the Horcruxes. On their own, without the guidance of their professors or the protection of Professor Dumbledore, the three friends must now rely on one another more than ever. But there are Dark Forces in their midst that threaten to tear them apart. Meanwhile, the wizarding world has become a dangerous place for all enemies of the Dark Lord. The long-feared war has begun and Voldemort's Death Eaters seize control of the Ministry of Magic and even Hogwarts, terrorizing and arresting anyone who might oppose them. But the one prize they still seek is the one most valuable to Voldemort: Harry Potter. The Chosen One has become the hunted one as the Death Eaters search for Harry with orders to bring him to Voldemort...alive. Harry's only hope is to find the Horcruxes before Voldemort finds him. But as he searches for clues, he uncovers an old and almost forgotten tale -- the legend of the Deathly Hallows. And if the legend turns out to be true, it could give Voldemort the ultimate power he seeks. Little does Harry know that his future has already been decided by his past when, on that fateful day, he became "the Boy Who Lived." No longer just a boy, Harry Potter is drawing ever closer to the task for which he has been preparing since the day he first stepped into Hogwarts: the ultimate battle with Voldemort.

I hope the Harry Potter fans are pleased with the film and are going tonight to watch it, or already did at the Midnight Premiere. I'm going to try watching it this weekend. Have a fun Friday!

Beautiful Darkness by Kami Garcia & Margaret Stohl

2010-11-18T19:56:00.000-08:00

Beautiful Creatures by Kami Garcia & Margaret Stohl.
Publisher: Little, Brown Books For Young Readers.
Pages: 576.
My rating:

Some secrets are life-altering…
others are life-ENDING.

Ethan Wate used to think of Gatlin, the small Southern town he had always called home, as a place where nothing ever changed. Then he met mysterious newcomer Lena Duchannes, who revealed a secret world that had been hidden in plain sight all along. A Gatlin that harbored ancient secrets beneath its moss-covered oaks and cracked sidewalks. A Gatlin where a curse has marked Lena’s family of powerful supernaturals for generations.

And now that Ethan’s eyes have been opened to the darker side of Gatlin, there’s no going back.

Beautiful Creatures captivated me from the start. Supernatural elements always interest me or have an appeal to me. After reading Beutiful Creatures I couldn't wait for the sequel after the unanswered ending. Beautiful Darkness started out bit slow, for me, and it went up higher with more scenes. The new characters, Liv and John were two great characters. Though I would have liked to see more of John Breed. Liv was a great character, funny, smart, and wise.

I kept struggling with Lena at the beginning and half way through the book, I just wanted her to accept that Macon was dead, but I know she loved him too much to let him go. Link and Ethan are just fun to read when they are together. Amma and the Aunt's are just plain good characters.

Both Kami and Margaret have a talent in telling Ethan's story. I like the way they make you feel like you're in the South, with all the women going insane over a pie contest, and fair, the atmosphere of the setting. Just plain good. The five stars are well deserve!