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Okay, seriously HOW IS IT ALREADY FEBRUARY???? AND HOW AM I STILL WRESTLING SO MANY DEADLINES???
Ahem.
Sorry. Just seriously, where is the pause button? Or the TARDIS??? Or my genie with three wishes????
Ahem again.
Anyway, before I get to the links, I have one quick, exciting piece of news: it was announced today that Keeper of the Lost Cities is nominated for the California Young Readers Medal, which is just... such an amazing honor. The two books it's nominated with sound amazing (and have now been added to my TBR pile) so I'm sure it'll be some stiff competition. But regardless of how it all works out next year, when all the votes are cast, it's seriously such an incredible thing to have my book on this list and to get this kind of support. So thank you California. Thank you thank you thank you!
- Reading Violet joins the MMGM fun with a feature on ADVENTURE OF NANNY PIGGINS. Click HERE to welcome them to the group.
- Deb Marshall is back, with a feature on 8th GRADE SUPERZERO. Click HERE to read her review.
- Sonora at Destined 4 Weirdness is sweet on A MANGO SHAPED SPACE. Click HERE to see what she thought.
- Sue Kooky is gushing about THIS JOURNAL BELONGS TO RATCHET. Click HERE to find her review.
- Jess at the Reading Nook is spreading some good luck for JUST MY LUCK. Click HERE to find her review.
- Suzanne Warr things GILDED is golden. Click HERE to see why.
- Michael Gettel-Gilmarten is teaching everyone that MURDER IS BAD MANNERS. Click HERE to see what he thought.
- Cindy at Cindy Reads A Lot is feeling LOST IN THE SUN. Click HERE for her review.
- Susan Olson is championing FLIGHT TO FREEDOM: NICHOLAS FLUX AND THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD. Click HERE to see why.
- Patricia Tilton is glad to have found THE KEY TO EXTRAORDINARY. Click HERE to see what she liked about it.
- Greg Pattridge is cheering for RUBY LEE & ME. Click HERE to read his thoughts.
- Rosi Hollenbeck is reviewing--and GIVING AWAY--MY SECRET GUIDE TO PARIS. Click HERE for all the fun.
- The Mundie Moms are always huge supporters of middle grade. Click HERE for their Mundie Kids site.
- Karen Yingling also always has some awesome MMGM recommendations for you. Click HERE to which ones she picked this time!
- Joanne Fritz always has an MMGM for you. Click HERE to see what she's talking about this week.
If you would like to join in the MMGM fun, all you have to do is blog about a middle grade book you love on a Monday (contests, author interviews and whatnot also count--but are most definitely not required) and email me the title of the book you're featuring and a link to your blog at SWMessenger (at) hotmail (dot) com.(Make sure you put MMGM or Marvelous Middle Grade Monday in the subject line so it gets sorted accurately--and please don't forget to say what book you're featuring) You MUST email me your link by Sunday evening in order to be included in the list of links for the coming Monday. (usually before 11pm PST is safe--but if I'm traveling it can vary. When in doubt, send early!) (Also make sure the post you send me is a new post, not one from earlier in the week. I try to keep the content fresh)
If you miss the cutoff, you are welcome to add your link in the comments on this post so people can find you, but I will not have time to update the post. Same goes for typos/errors on my part. I do my best to build the links correctly, but sometimes deadline-brain gets the best of me, and I'm sorry if it does. For those wondering why I don't use a Linky-widget instead, it's a simple matter of internet safety. The only way I can ensure that all the links lead to safe, appropriate places for someone of any age is if I build them myself. It's not a perfect system, but it allows me to keep better control.
Thank you so much for being a part of this awesome meme, and spreading the middle grade love!
*Please note: these posts are not a reflection of my own opinions on the books featured. Each blogger is responsible for their own MMGM content and I do not pre-screen reviews ahead of time, nor do I control what books they choose. I simply assemble the list based on the links that are emailed to me.
0 Comments on MMGM Links (2/1/16) as of 2/1/2016 7:03:00 AM
Somehow I ended up with four different deadlines this week--so things are DEFINITELY crazypants. But I still found time to throw together the MMGM links (sorry in advance if there are mistakes in them)
But before I get to that, a couple of quick update-ish things that aren't really updates at all. More like reminders. Or maybe pleas? Not sure. But here goes:
- I *know* you guys are dying for info on Keeper #5. I *know* you want to know the title and see the cover and have the plot description and basically you just want the book RIGHT NOW. And I LOVE your enthusiasm. BUT. I'm also seriously drowning in messages asking me for that kind of info. And the thing is, I'm still writing the book. I haven't seen the final cover. I do know the tile, but I'm not allowed to share it yet. So basically: PATIENCE. All will be revealed in time. :)
- Related to that--I am officially more than a year behind on fanmail, and it's surely only going to get worse given the crazy schedule I have in the months ahead. SORRY. I'm *definitely* not saying that to discourage you from writing to me. I love your letters. And I will do my best to reply. But please make sure you plan on a loooooooooooooooong wait. (And side note: sending additional messages saying DID YOU GET MY MESSAGE--YOU HAVEN'T REPLIED?!?!? actually gets you a slower answer because of the way my email gets sorted. Every new message that comes in goes to the end of the line. And if it's related to another message, it gets linked with that and BOTH messages go to the end of the line. So I know it's an insanely long wait--and again, I'm super sorry. But please please please bear with me and wait for my reply without re-sending)
Okay, phew! Can we tell my inbox has been explode-y lately? :)
Now on to MMGM!
- Sonora at Destined 4 Weirdness has chills for OF GIANTS AND ICE. Click HERE to see what she thought.
- Sue Kooky is raving about GAME CHANGER. Click HERE to find her review.
- Natalie Aguirre has a guest post by author Monica Tesler & her agent, David Dunton--and a GIVEAWAY of BOUNDERS. Click HERE for details.
- Cindy at Cindy Reads A Lot is caught up in MR. LEMONCELLO'S LIBRARY. Click HERE for her review.
- Katie at Story Time Secrets has a double feature this week: THE ICING ON THE CAKE and YOU'RE INVITED TOO. Click HERE to check it out.
- Rosi Hollinbeck is reviewing--and GIVING AWAY-- THE SEVENTH MOST IMPORTANT THING. Click HERE for details.
- Greg Pattridge sees nothing stinky about A BLIND GUIDE TO STINKVILLE. Click HERE to read his thoughts.
- Patricia at Children's Books Heal is championing MOUNTAIN DOG. Click HERE to see what she thought.
- Laurisa White Reyes has a special love-fest for Harry Potter. Click HERE to read more.
- Carl at Boys Rule! Boys Read! has a feature on Star Wars--The Force Awakens: The Visual Dictionary. Click HERE to check it out.
- Susan Olson is highlighting VIKING IT AND LIKING IT. Click HERE for her review.
- Joanne Fritz always has an MMGM for you. Click HERE to see what she's talking about this week.
- The Mundie Moms are always huge supporters of middle grade. Click HERE for their Mundie Kids site.
- Karen Yingling also always has some awesome MMGM recommendations for you. Click HERE to which ones she picked this time!
If you would like to join in the MMGM fun, all you have to do is blog about a middle grade book you love on a Monday (contests, author interviews and whatnot also count--but are most definitely not required) and email me the title of the book you're featuring and a link to your blog at SWMessenger (at) hotmail (dot) com.(Make sure you put MMGM or Marvelous Middle Grade Monday in the subject line so it gets sorted accurately--and please don't forget to say what book you're featuring) You MUST email me your link by Sunday evening in order to be included in the list of links for the coming Monday. (usually before 11pm PST is safe--but if I'm traveling it can vary. When in doubt, send early!) (Also make sure the post you send me is a new post, not one from earlier in the week. I try to keep the content fresh)
If you miss the cutoff, you are welcome to add your link in the comments on this post so people can find you, but I will not have time to update the post. Same goes for typos/errors on my part. I do my best to build the links correctly, but sometimes deadline-brain gets the best of me, and I'm sorry if it does. For those wondering why I don't use a Linky-widget instead, it's a simple matter of internet safety. The only way I can ensure that all the links lead to safe, appropriate places for someone of any age is if I build them myself. It's not a perfect system, but it allows me to keep better control.
Thank you so much for being a part of this awesome meme, and spreading the middle grade love!
*Please note: these posts are not a reflection of my own opinions on the books featured. Each blogger is responsible for their own MMGM content and I do not pre-screen reviews ahead of time, nor do I control what books they choose. I simply assemble the list based on the links that are emailed to me.
0 Comments on MMGM Links (1/11/16) as of 1/11/2016 7:11:00 AM
First, today is the last day to take advantage of my Black Swagday giveaway--which is also the last swag giveaway I'll be doing for several months. For details on how it works, go HERE.
Also, I haven't added this to my event page because it was a bit uncertain at points. But for those wondering, yes, I WILL be in Paris for Salon de Livre in Montreuil. I'm still getting the final details from Lumen (my publisher) on when all my signings and interviews are. But I can say I'll be at the Book Fair on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (December 4-6). And they've made some awesome posters and buttons as giveaways, so if you'll be in Paris, I hope to see you there! A
Related to that--I can't guarantee that there will be an MMGM roundup next week. I'll TRY, but between the nine hour time difference, a zillion events, and spotty wi-fi, there's a decent chance it might not happen. Apologies in advance if that's the case and thanks for bearing with me. Things will be back to normal the following week once I'm back in the States.
- Walker Pent joins the MMGM fun with a feature on his top three favorite middle grade books. Click HERE to welcome him to the group.
- Destined for Weirdness also joins the MMGM fun with a feature on CORNELIA AND THE AUDACIOUS ESCAPADES OF THE SOMERSET SISTERS. Click HERE to see why.
- Mark Baker is raving about the HALF UPON A TIME trilogy. Click HERE to see what he thought.
- Suzanne Warr has an interview with Andrew S. Chilton and a GIVEAWAY of THE GOBLIN'S PUZZLE. Click HERE for all the fun.
- Patricia Tilton is championing EDWARD'S EYES. ClickHEREfor her review.
- Greg Pattridge is cheering for IMAGINARY BOY. Click HERE to read his thoughts.
- Andrea Mack is spotlighting MINRS. Click HERE to see why.
- Jess at The Reading Nook is highlighting ANNA AND THE SWALLOW MAN. Click HERE for her feature.
- Mary Kincaid is featuring THE KEEPING ROOM. Click HERE to see why.
- Karen Yingling also always has some awesome MMGM recommendations for you. Click HERE to which ones she picked this time!
- Joanne Fritz always has an MMGM for you. Click HERE to see what she's talking about this week.
- The Mundie Moms are always huge supporters of middle grade. Click HERE for their Mundie Kids site.
If you would like to join in the MMGM fun, all you have to do is blog about a middle grade book you love on a Monday (contests, author interviews and whatnot also count--but are most definitely not required) and email me the title of the book you're featuring and a link to your blog at SWMessenger (at) hotmail (dot) com.(Make sure you put MMGM or Marvelous Middle Grade Monday in the subject line so it gets sorted accurately--and please don't forget to say what book you're featuring) You MUST email me your link by Sunday evening in order to be included in the list of links for the coming Monday. (usually before 11pm PST is safe--but if I'm traveling it can vary. When in doubt, send early!) (Also make sure the post you send me is a new post, not one from earlier in the week. I try to keep the content fresh)
If you miss the cutoff, you are welcome to add your link in the comments on this post so people can find you, but I will not have time to update the post. Same goes for typos/errors on my part. I do my best to build the links correctly, but sometimes deadline-brain gets the best of me, and I'm sorry if it does. For those wondering why I don't use a Linky-widget instead, it's a simple matter of internet safety. The only way I can ensure that all the links lead to safe, appropriate places for someone of any age is if I build them myself. It's not a perfect system, but it allows me to keep better control.
Thank you so much for being a part of this awesome meme, and spreading the middle grade love!
*Please note: these posts are not a reflection of my own opinions on the books featured. Each blogger is responsible for their own MMGM content and I do not pre-screen reviews ahead of time, nor do I control what books they choose. I simply assemble the list based on the links that are emailed to me.
0 Comments on MMGM Links (11/30/15) as of 11/30/2015 8:25:00 AM
Home from tour! (OMG I AM SO TIRED). But I still have ONE final NEVERSEEN event in SoCal this coming Friday. Here's the details, if you're in the area:
- The Paige Turner is out of her mind for OUT OF MY MIND. Click HERE to read her review.
- Cindy Reads A Lot is featuring THE ALCHEMIST'S THEOREM: SIR DUFFY'S PROMISE. Click HERE to see why.
- Mark Baker has chills for THE ABOMINABLE SNOWMAN. Click HERE to see what he thought.
- Mary Kincaid is spotlighting THE WALK ON. Click HERE to find her feature.
- Rosi Hollinbeck is reading--and GIVING AWAY--a THE DISAPPEARANCE OF EMILY H. ClickHEREfor details.
- Greg Partridge is going on a journey to MOONPENNY ISLAND. Click HERE to read his thoughts.
- Andrea Mack wants everyone to CONNECT THE STARS. Click HERE to see why.
- Dorine White has a special announcement about her series. ClickHEREto check it out.
- Jess at The Reading Nook is gushing about A TALE OF HIGHLY UNUSUAL MAGIC. Click HERE for her feature.
- Karen Yingling also always has some awesome MMGM recommendations for you. Click HERE to which ones she picked this time!
- The Mundie Moms are always huge supporters of middle grade. Click HERE for their Mundie Kids site.
- Joanne Fritz always has an MMGM for you. Click HERE to see what she's talking about this week.
If you would like to join in the MMGM fun, all you have to do is blog about a middle grade book you love on a Monday (contests, author interviews and whatnot also count--but are most definitely not required) and email me the title of the book you're featuring and a link to your blog at SWMessenger (at) hotmail (dot) com.(Make sure you put MMGM or Marvelous Middle Grade Monday in the subject line so it gets sorted accurately--and please don't forget to say what book you're featuring) You MUST email me your link by Sunday evening in order to be included in the list of links for the coming Monday. (usually before 11pm PST is safe--but if I'm traveling it can vary. When in doubt, send early!) (Also make sure the post you send me is a new post, not one from earlier in the week. I try to keep the content fresh)
If you miss the cutoff, you are welcome to add your link in the comments on this post so people can find you, but I will not have time to update the post. Same goes for typos/errors on my part. I do my best to build the links correctly, but sometimes deadline-brain gets the best of me, and I'm sorry if it does. For those wondering why I don't use a Linky-widget instead, it's a simple matter of internet safety. The only way I can ensure that all the links lead to safe, appropriate places for someone of any age is if I build them myself. It's not a perfect system, but it allows me to keep better control.
Thank you so much for being a part of this awesome meme, and spreading the middle grade love!
*Please note: these posts are not a reflection of my own opinions on the books featured. Each blogger is responsible for their own MMGM content and I do not pre-screen reviews ahead of time, nor do I control what books they choose. I simply assemble the list based on the links that are emailed to me.
0 Comments on MMGM Links (11/16/15) as of 11/16/2015 6:52:00 AM
Yep--still touring. I still have two events left--one you see below, and one in Idaho Falls on Friday, 11/13 at 6pm (see my events page for further details)
And if you're planning on coming to the Changing Hands event tomorrow, don't forget that we're doing something special at that event. Everyone who comes wearing a cape will get a special EXCLUSIVE swaggish button you can see in the photo below, which I haven't given out anywhere else (and don't worry about feeling silly--I'll totally be wearing a cape too!)
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Lots of you are also asking about when you'll get your swag pack from the NEVERSEEN pre-order giveaway, and the answer is SOON. I promise they'll go in the mail as soon as I'm home from tour to assemble them. In the meantime, thanks for your patience.
Also, if you missed the pre-order giveaway, you still have a way to get a swag pack--but only through 11/10. If you call Changing Hands and order a signed copy of NEVERSEEN by 7pm (AZ time), or place an order through their website (go HERE). Any books purchased through Changing Hands will not only come with the swag pack everyone got through the pre-order giveaway, but it'll come with the extra character art postcard and the alicorn button too. But this offer only lasts through tomorrow so better jump on it if you don't want to miss out. Okay--on to the MMGM links! (And sorry if I missed you. I have another EARLY day tomorrow so I'm scrambling a bit)
- Mark Baker is featuring another one of my books, so once again I must put on my Shameless Author Hat. But this time he's reviewing NEVERSEEN (eeeeeee, I have yet to read any reviews for the book!!!) Click HERE to see what he thought.
- Michael Gettel-Gilmarten is *also* making me put on my Shameless Author Hat, with a post this week called "I met Shannon Messenger"--which he did! It's always so fun to meet people who follow this blog. HERE's his thoughts on the experience.
- Carl at Boys Rule Boys Read has a blast from the past with THE LAST RIVER . ClickHEREfor his feature.
- Greg Partridge wants everyone to go with him on THE WORST CLASS TRIP EVER. Click HERE to read his thoughts.
- Sheri Larson has a guest post from author Sean Cummings, and a GIVEAWAY of TO CATCH A CAT THIEF. Click HERE for all the fun.
- Kim Aippersbach once again has two features: WISH GIRL and MY LIFE IN DIORAMAS. ClickHEREto see what she thought.
- Suzanne Warr is gushing about THE VOLCANO GODDESS WILL SEE YOU NOW. Click HERE for her review.
- The Mundie Moms are always huge supporters of middle grade. Click HERE for their Mundie Kids site.
- Joanne Fritz always has an MMGM for you. Click HERE to see what she's talking about this week.
- Karen Yingling also always has some awesome MMGM recommendations for you. Click HERE to which ones she picked this time!
If you would like to join in the MMGM fun, all you have to do is blog about a middle grade book you love on a Monday (contests, author interviews and whatnot also count--but are most definitely not required) and email me the title of the book you're featuring and a link to your blog at SWMessenger (at) hotmail (dot) com.(Make sure you put MMGM or Marvelous Middle Grade Monday in the subject line so it gets sorted accurately--and please don't forget to say what book you're featuring) You MUST email me your link by Sunday evening in order to be included in the list of links for the coming Monday. (usually before 11pm PST is safe--but if I'm traveling it can vary. When in doubt, send early!) (Also make sure the post you send me is a new post, not one from earlier in the week. I try to keep the content fresh)
If you miss the cutoff, you are welcome to add your link in the comments on this post so people can find you, but I will not have time to update the post. Same goes for typos/errors on my part. I do my best to build the links correctly, but sometimes deadline-brain gets the best of me, and I'm sorry if it does. For those wondering why I don't use a Linky-widget instead, it's a simple matter of internet safety. The only way I can ensure that all the links lead to safe, appropriate places for someone of any age is if I build them myself. It's not a perfect system, but it allows me to keep better control.
Thank you so much for being a part of this awesome meme, and spreading the middle grade love!
*Please note: these posts are not a reflection of my own opinions on the books featured. Each blogger is responsible for their own MMGM content and I do not pre-screen reviews ahead of time, nor do I control what books they choose. I simply assemble the list based on the links that are emailed to me.
Yep--believe it or not, I'm already on tour. So if you haven't checked my events page yet, here's where you can find me over the next couple of weeks:
Also, today is the LAST DAY to get your free swag through the NEVERSEEN pre-order giveaway. It ends tonight at 11:59pm (PT) so if you haven't taken advantage yet, click HERE. (and then the swag packs will go in the mail as soon as I'm home from tour to assemble them) And um, tomorrow? NEVER SEEN OFFICIALLY LAUNCHES INTO THE WORLD (though I know some of you lucky ducks found early copies in your stores). It's my twistiest book yet, so I really hope you enjoy. Okay--on to the MMGM links! (And sorry if I missed you. I have an EARLY day tomorrow so I'm putting this post together earlier than normal. Doing my best to fit in ALL THE THINGS whilst on the road--and on deadline)
- Mark Baker is featuring ... *meep* the KEEPER OF THE LOST CITIES series! (I always feel so shameless when I link reviews of my own books... But, there you go.) Click HERE to see what he thought.
- Patricia Tilton joins the MMGM fun with a feature on CONNECTING THE DOTS. Click HERE to welcome her to the group!
- Carl at Boys Rule Boys Read is raving about BUNNICULA. Click HERE for his feature.
- Greg Pattridge is spotlighting EPIC ZERO. Click HERE to read his thoughts.
- Sally's Bookshelf is cheering for LAST-BUT-NOT-LEAST LOLA AND THE CUPCAKE QUEENS. ClickHERE to find her review.
- Kim Aippersbach has two features: THE NEST and CLOVER'S LUCK. Click HERE to see why.
- Rosi Hollinbeck is reviewing--and GIVING AWAY--LINCOLN'S SPYMASTER: ALLEN PINKERTON, AMERICA'S FIRST PRIVATE EYE. Click HERE for details.
- Dorine White is gushing about THE TURTLE TWINS AND THE CREATURE FROM JEKYLL ISLAND. Click HERE to see why.
- The Mundie Moms are always huge supporters of middle grade. Click HERE for their Mundie Kids site.
- Karen Yingling also always has some awesome MMGM recommendations for you. Click HERE to which ones she picked this time!
- Joanne Fritz always has an MMGM for you. Click HERE to see what she's talking about this week.
If you would like to join in the MMGM fun, all you have to do is blog about a middle grade book you love on a Monday (contests, author interviews and whatnot also count--but are most definitely not required) and email me the title of the book you're featuring and a link to your blog at SWMessenger (at) hotmail (dot) com.(Make sure you put MMGM or Marvelous Middle Grade Monday in the subject line so it gets sorted accurately--and please don't forget to say what book you're featuring) You MUST email me your link by Sunday evening in order to be included in the list of links for the coming Monday. (usually before 11pm PST is safe--but if I'm traveling it can vary. When in doubt, send early!) (Also make sure the post you send me is a new post, not one from earlier in the week. I try to keep the content fresh)
If you miss the cutoff, you are welcome to add your link in the comments on this post so people can find you, but I will not have time to update the post. Same goes for typos/errors on my part. I do my best to build the links correctly, but sometimes deadline-brain gets the best of me, and I'm sorry if it does. For those wondering why I don't use a Linky-widget instead, it's a simple matter of internet safety. The only way I can ensure that all the links lead to safe, appropriate places for someone of any age is if I build them myself. It's not a perfect system, but it allows me to keep better control.
Thank you so much for being a part of this awesome meme, and spreading the middle grade love!
*Please note: these posts are not a reflection of my own opinions on the books featured. Each blogger is responsible for their own MMGM content and I do not pre-screen reviews ahead of time, nor do I control what books they choose. I simply assemble the list based on the links that are emailed to me.
0 Comments on MMGM Links (11/2/15) as of 11/2/2015 8:05:00 AM
Just a quick reminder to all you awesome SoCal Keeper fans that the official NEVERSEEN launch party is tomorrow.
Yes--TOMORROW.
As in, October 30, 2015.
There will be free swaggish goodies! And prizes! And Shannon-rambling! And MALLOWMELT CUPCAKES! Oh, and NEVERSEEN!!!
Here's the event details--and you can learn a little more about how it'll work HERE.
Hope to see some of you there!
*runs away with flailing muppet arms to PREPARE ALL THE THINGS*
(And if you can't go to the launch party--or any of my other upcoming tour events--and want to get the free swaggish goodies, remember, there IS a way. The NEVERSEEN Pre-order giveaway is almost over though. It ends 11/2/15, so if you haven't ordered your copy and filled out the form yet, you better get on that. Go HERE.)
0 Comments on TOMORROW! as of 10/29/2015 7:13:00 AM
We're almost there, guys. The NEVERSEEN launch party is THIS Friday. As in five days from today. HOW DID THAT HAPPEN???
In case you live in SoCal--and missed the details when I posted them a few weeks back--here's the lunch party info again:
And, a couple of other big reminders:
My fall tour dates have been posted, so if you live near Beaverton, Oregon, Seattle, Washington, San Jose, California, Tempe, Arizona, and Idaho Falls, Idaho, go HERE for event times and locations. Time is running out to take advantage of the NEVERSEEN pre-order giveaway. It ends November 2, so if you haven't taken advantage yet, click HERE. Okay--on to the MMGM links!
- Mark Baker is cheering for the BIG Game. Click HERE for his review.
- Jess at the Reading Nook has an interview with author Cynthia Voight. Click HERE for all the fun.
- Andrea Mack is gushing about THE THING ABOUT JELLYFISH. Click HERE to see why.
- Greg Partridge is raving about THE THIEF OF ALWAYS. Click HERE to read his thoughts.
- Sally's Bookshelf is championing FREEDOM'S PRICE. ClickHERE to find her review.
- Suzanne Warr is spotlighting THE AMULET OF SAMARKAND. Click HERE to see why.
- Rosi Hollinbeck is reviewing--and GIVING AWAY--CONNECT THE STARS. Click HERE to read their review.
- Dorine White has an excerpt of THE DIAMOND LOOKING GLASS and info on a GIVEAWAY. Click HERE for details.
- The Mundie Moms are always huge supporters of middle grade. Click HERE for their Mundie Kids site.
- Karen Yingling also always has some awesome MMGM recommendations for you. Click HERE to which ones she picked this time!
- Joanne Fritz always has an MMGM for you. Click HERE to see what she's talking about this week.
If you would like to join in the MMGM fun, all you have to do is blog about a middle grade book you love on a Monday (contests, author interviews and whatnot also count--but are most definitely not required) and email me the title of the book you're featuring and a link to your blog at SWMessenger (at) hotmail (dot) com.(Make sure you put MMGM or Marvelous Middle Grade Monday in the subject line so it gets sorted accurately--and please don't forget to say what book you're featuring) You MUST email me your link by Sunday evening in order to be included in the list of links for the coming Monday. (usually before 11pm PST is safe--but if I'm traveling it can vary. When in doubt, send early!) (Also make sure the post you send me is a new post, not one from earlier in the week. I try to keep the content fresh)
If you miss the cutoff, you are welcome to add your link in the comments on this post so people can find you, but I will not have time to update the post. Same goes for typos/errors on my part. I do my best to build the links correctly, but sometimes deadline-brain gets the best of me, and I'm sorry if it does. For those wondering why I don't use a Linky-widget instead, it's a simple matter of internet safety. The only way I can ensure that all the links lead to safe, appropriate places for someone of any age is if I build them myself. It's not a perfect system, but it allows me to keep better control.
Thank you so much for being a part of this awesome meme, and spreading the middle grade love!
*Please note: these posts are not a reflection of my own opinions on the books featured. Each blogger is responsible for their own MMGM content and I do not pre-screen reviews ahead of time, nor do I control what books they choose. I simply assemble the list based on the links that are emailed to me.
0 Comments on MMGM Links (10/26/15) as of 10/26/2015 6:49:00 AM
In the middle of an all nighter I'm pulling to finish this revision on time, so...these may be the most scattered links yet. But hopefully they're right. Oh, and a couple of other things. First-- NEVERSEEN TOUR DATES HAVE BEEN ANNOUNCED!!!!
If you have trouble loading that graphic, you can find the full event list HERE. And since I know some of you are probably looking at that and thinking, "none of those cities are near me!" I do have a way for you to get the same swag I give out at events. Click HERE for details on the NEVERSEEN Pre-Order Giveaway! Okay--on to the MMGM links!
- Natalie Aguirre has a guest post by Gayle Rosengren, and a GIVEAWAY of COLD WAR ON MAPLEWOOD STREET. Click HERE for details.
- Mark Baker is solving the mystery of THE HIDDEN STAIRCASE. Click HERE to find his review.
- Andrea Mack is gushing about CRENSHAW. Click HERE to see why.
- Greg Partridge has feels for ALWAYS OCTOBER. Click HERE to read his thoughts.
- Jess at the Reading Nook is cheering for the LAST IN A LONG LINE OF REBELS. ClickHERE to find her review.
- Suzanne Warr is raving about FIVE LITTLE PEPPERS AND HOW THEY GREW. Click HERE to see why.
- The Rad Reader is buzzing about THE LIGHTNING THIEF. Click HERE to read their review.
- Dorine White is spellbound by THE CASTORS OF DOOVIK. Click HERE to see why.
- The Mundie Moms are always huge supporters of middle grade. Click HERE for their Mundie Kids site.
- Karen Yingling also always has some awesome MMGM recommendations for you. Click HERE to which ones she picked this time!
- Joanne Fritz always has an MMGM for you. Click HERE to see what she's talking about this week.
If you would like to join in the MMGM fun, all you have to do is blog about a middle grade book you love on a Monday (contests, author interviews and whatnot also count--but are most definitely not required) and email me the title of the book you're featuring and a link to your blog at SWMessenger (at) hotmail (dot) com.(Make sure you put MMGM or Marvelous Middle Grade Monday in the subject line so it gets sorted accurately--and please don't forget to say what book you're featuring) You MUST email me your link by Sunday evening in order to be included in the list of links for the coming Monday. (usually before 11pm PST is safe--but if I'm traveling it can vary. When in doubt, send early!) (Also make sure the post you send me is a new post, not one from earlier in the week. I try to keep the content fresh)
If you miss the cutoff, you are welcome to add your link in the comments on this post so people can find you, but I will not have time to update the post. Same goes for typos/errors on my part. I do my best to build the links correctly, but sometimes deadline-brain gets the best of me, and I'm sorry if it does. For those wondering why I don't use a Linky-widget instead, it's a simple matter of internet safety. The only way I can ensure that all the links lead to safe, appropriate places for someone of any age is if I build them myself. It's not a perfect system, but it allows me to keep better control.
Thank you so much for being a part of this awesome meme, and spreading the middle grade love!
*Please note: these posts are not a reflection of my own opinions on the books featured. Each blogger is responsible for their own MMGM content and I do not pre-screen reviews ahead of time, nor do I control what books they choose. I simply assemble the list based on the links that are emailed to me.
0 Comments on MMGM Links (10/19/15) as of 10/19/2015 6:51:00 AM
Just got home 20 minutes ago after the longest travel day EVER (had SO much fun at the Bar Harbor Children's Book Festival though). So I'm putting these links together on ZERO brainpower. Sorry if they're a mess. Oh, and keep an eye on my blog this week. I have ALL THE EXCITING NEVERSEEN THINGS HAPPENING. ALSO, if you didn't see it on my social media a couple of days ago, there was THIS announcement:
Yes--that's right! There will be a fifth book in the KEEPER series! And here's a TINY bit about the book from Publisher's Marketplace (very, very little, since we don't want to put any NEVERSEEN spoilers in)
- Susan Uhlig gives you the down and dirty on FUZZY MUD. Click HERE to see what she thought.
- Michelle Mason is cheering for SEABORNE: THE LOST PRINCE. Click HERE to find her feature.
- Susan Olson is gushing about WILLIE AND ME. Click HERE to see why.
- Greg Partridge has chills for THE SCARY SCHOOL SERIES. Click HERE to read his thoughts.
- Jess at the Reading Nook is highlighting THE ENTIRELY TRUE STORY OF THE UNBELIEVABLE FIB. ClickHERE to find her review.
- Rosi Hollinbeck is reviwing--and GIVING AWAY--JUBA: A NOVEL. Click HERE for details.
- Dorine White is shining a light on a SLIVER OF STARDUST. Click HERE to see why.
- Karen Yingling also always has some awesome MMGM recommendations for you. Click HERE to which ones she picked this time!
- The Mundie Moms are always huge supporters of middle grade. Click HERE for their Mundie Kids site.
- Joanne Fritz always has an MMGM for you. Click HERE to see what she's talking about this week.
If you would like to join in the MMGM fun, all you have to do is blog about a middle grade book you love on a Monday (contests, author interviews and whatnot also count--but are most definitely not required) and email me the title of the book you're featuring and a link to your blog at SWMessenger (at) hotmail (dot) com.(Make sure you put MMGM or Marvelous Middle Grade Monday in the subject line so it gets sorted accurately--and please don't forget to say what book you're featuring) You MUST email me your link by Sunday evening in order to be included in the list of links for the coming Monday. (usually before 11pm PST is safe--but if I'm traveling it can vary. When in doubt, send early!) (Also make sure the post you send me is a new post, not one from earlier in the week. I try to keep the content fresh)
If you miss the cutoff, you are welcome to add your link in the comments on this post so people can find you, but I will not have time to update the post. Same goes for typos/errors on my part. I do my best to build the links correctly, but sometimes deadline-brain gets the best of me, and I'm sorry if it does. For those wondering why I don't use a Linky-widget instead, it's a simple matter of internet safety. The only way I can ensure that all the links lead to safe, appropriate places for someone of any age is if I build them myself. It's not a perfect system, but it allows me to keep better control.
Thank you so much for being a part of this awesome meme, and spreading the middle grade love!
*Please note: these posts are not a reflection of my own opinions on the books featured. Each blogger is responsible for their own MMGM content and I do not pre-screen reviews ahead of time, nor do I control what books they choose. I simply assemble the list based on the links that are emailed to me.
0 Comments on MMGM Links (10/12/15) as of 10/12/2015 8:37:00 AM
Couple of reminders before I get to MMGM. First: the NEVERSEEN SoCal launch party has been announced:
And for full details on all the goodies you can get if you go there, go HERE.
Also, if you live in Maine, I'll be at the Bar Harbor Children's Book Festival this Saturday. Here's where you can find me:
11 – 11:45 "Can You Stand it?" Panel (Location: Jesup, Main)12 – 12:30 Reading (Location: Bar Harbor Congregational Church Fellowship Hall) 1:15 – 2 "Crushing" Panel (Location: YWCA meeting room)2:15 – 3 Signing (Location: YWCA Auditorium)
ALSO, also--the NEVERSEEN teasers--as well as new character art--are being revealed every week on my Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, so if you aren't following me there, you might wanna do that. Links are on the sidebar of my website.
(Oh, and I know you're all waiting VERY patiently for the NEVERSEEN pre-order giveaway--SOON. It's coming SOON!)
- Mark Baker is raving about THE HEROES GUIDE TO BEING AN OUTLAW. Click HERE to see what he thought.
- Katie at Story Time Secrets is highlighting YOU'RE INVITED. Click HERE to find her feature.
- Suzanne Warr is discussing the timelessness of CINDERELLA. Click HERE to join the conversation.
- Greg Partridge has THE MOTHMAN'S CURSE. Click HERE to read his thoughts.
- Jess at the Reading Nook has an author interview--and a GIVEAWAY--HERE. And a review of ALISTAIR GRIM'S ODDITORIUM HERE.
- Rosi Hollinbeck is reviwing--and GIVING AWAY--THE LOONEY EXPERIMENT. Click HERE for details.
- Joanne Fritz always has an MMGM for you. Click HERE to see what she's talking about this week.
- Karen Yingling also always has some awesome MMGM recommendations for you. Click HERE to which ones she picked this time!
- The Mundie Moms are always huge supporters of middle grade. Click HERE for their Mundie Kids site.
If you would like to join in the MMGM fun, all you have to do is blog about a middle grade book you love on a Monday (contests, author interviews and whatnot also count--but are most definitely not required) and email me the title of the book you're featuring and a link to your blog at SWMessenger (at) hotmail (dot) com.(Make sure you put MMGM or Marvelous Middle Grade Monday in the subject line so it gets sorted accurately--and please don't forget to say what book you're featuring) You MUST email me your link by Sunday evening in order to be included in the list of links for the coming Monday. (usually before 11pm PST is safe--but if I'm traveling it can vary. When in doubt, send early!) (Also make sure the post you send me is a new post, not one from earlier in the week. I try to keep the content fresh)
If you miss the cutoff, you are welcome to add your link in the comments on this post so people can find you, but I will not have time to update the post. Same goes for typos/errors on my part. I do my best to build the links correctly, but sometimes deadline-brain gets the best of me, and I'm sorry if it does. For those wondering why I don't use a Linky-widget instead, it's a simple matter of internet safety. The only way I can ensure that all the links lead to safe, appropriate places for someone of any age is if I build them myself. It's not a perfect system, but it allows me to keep better control.
Thank you so much for being a part of this awesome meme, and spreading the middle grade love!
*Please note: these posts are not a reflection of my own opinions on the books featured. Each blogger is responsible for their own MMGM content and I do not pre-screen reviews ahead of time, nor do I control what books they choose. I simply assemble the list based on the links that are emailed to me.
In case you don't follow me on social media, I wanted to post a quick heads up over here.
As a special thank you to my newsletter subscribers, the next newsletter (scheduled to email on 9/21) will include an exclusive deleted scene from KEEPER OF THE LOST CITIES.
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Now Playing - Chelsea Dagger by The Fratellis
Life -
.... Once again, there's been a gap and much has happened!
We are still living in Idaho, working on the shop and trying to get back to writing as well - I'm going to a lot of comic cons - about 1-2 a month and we are starting to get the house in order.
We lost Pooka to cancer just before Christmas, the rest of the
Well this has been an interesting 2015 so far. Never saw what has happened coming, but life is full of surprises, isn’t it? It began with the closure of my former publisher, Musa Publishing at the end of February, which took all their authors by surprise, including me. Rather than rushing to self-pub and get my two time travel books back up on Amazon and my website ASAP, I decided to contact a new publisher I met at the Windsor-Essex Book Expo last fall. My intuition paid off because I was signed within the week, and found a new home for my MG/YA series with Mirror World Publishing.
A few other Musa Publishing young adult authors have signed on board with Mirror World Publishing, so I’m looking forward to reconnecting and working with them!
Re-release Dates are as follows:
The paperback and ebook for The Last Timekeepers and the Arch of Atlantis will be released on June 17, 2015, through Mirror World Publishing. I will add the new buy links to my website when available.
The paperback and ebook for Legend of the Timekeepers with be released on August 1st, 2013, through Mirror World Publising. I will add the new buy links to my website when available.
NOTE: Both books will be available EVERYWHERE in the world. Yup, you read that right! So you can go into your local bookstore (chain or independent) and ask to order my paperback if you wish. Or if you’re a lover of ebooks, go to Mirror World Publishing’s Web Store or Amazon and grab your virtual copy there. Gotta love technology!
Book Blog Tour Announcement:
I’ve set up a book blog tour with Sapphyria’s Book Promotions from June 17 to June 26th to help spread the word about the re-release of The Last Timekeepers and the Arch of Atlantis. It should be a blast with prizes to be won (signed paperback, Babel necklace) new readers to meet, and getting back out into the published world again. Looking forward to reconnecting with my audience!
Goodreads Giveaway in June:
Love doing these! I’ll be setting up a Goodreads Giveaway for multiple copies of The Last Timekeepers and the Arch of Atlantis during the month of June to celebrate the re-lease of book one, so stayed tuned!
Local Stuff:
I thought I’d stretch my sales wings and join Mirror World Publishing at their book during the Art in the Parking Lotcraft show on Saturday, May 30th. Great place to meet local readers and enjoy the weather! Plus the show is only a few weeks before my book is re-released, so it’s a win-win for sharing my wares and getting back into the spotlight!
Updates:
This month has been hectic! It started out with half the family getting together for Easter dinner, followed by my hubby and I going to watch the Toronto Maple Leafs (our favorite NHL team) play the Columbus Blue Jackets. Um…yeah. Need to find another favorite hockey team. On the book business side of things, I’ve been busy tweaking and editing my paranormal romance/suspense for my agents at Walden House (Books & Stuff)due mid-April. My agents also have Lost and Found, book one of Mysterious Tales from Fairy Falls series in the hands of a list of traditional publishers. Unfortunately, Disney Books passed on the series after serious consideration saying they liked my writing and the story, but it didn’t make the final cut. Oh well, I believe things happen for the best. Chin up, and keep smiling!
I’ve got edits due May 1st for The Last Timekeepers and the Arch of Atlantis, so I’ll be busy the next two weeks getting those done for my new publisher. After finishing up with these changes, I’ll be back in the writing saddle again to work on book two of The Last Timekeepers saga, which is tentatively called The Last Timekeepers and the Dark Secret. I’ll be glad to start creating fresh stories for my readers who have been so patient! Big hugs to all of you! Cheers!
0 Comments on Hear ye, Hear ye…Sharon Ledwith’s Updates and News… as of 4/20/2015 6:15:00 AM
One quick update-y thing, before I get to the MMGM links. I've had a lot of readers request an easier way to keep up with important Shannon-Book-Updates, so I have finally taken the time to set up an author newsletter. I won't be sending them out very often (only when there are important update-y things) so you won't have to worry about me spamming your inbox too often.
If you would like to sign up for the newsletter you can do that HERE. Or fill out the fields below. (Note: if you're younger than 13 years old, you must have your parents fill out the form for you)
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Okay, on to the MMGM links!
- Carl at Boys Rule Boys Read! joins the MMGM fun with a feature on three different books. Click HERE to see what they are.
- Ben Langhinrichs is back with a shout-out for THE DETECTIVE'S ASSISTANT. Click HERE to read his review.
- Natalie Aguirre is interviewing author Erin Entrada and GIVING AWAY an ARC of BLACKBIRD FLY. Click HERE for details.
- Cindy Tran is cheering for MANIAC MAGEE. Click HERE to see what she thought.
- Sally's Bookshelf is going non-fiction this week with a feature on FATAL FEVER: TRACKING DOWN TYPHOID MARY. Click HERE to see why.
- Andrea Mack is raving about RED WOLF. Click HERE to find her review.
- Rachel at What Rachel Wrote is highlighting M.C. HIGGINS, THE GREAT. Click HERE to read her thoughts.
- Katie Fitzgerald has a double-feature review this week. See what she's gushing aboutHERE.
- Jess at the Reading Nook is singing praises for NIGHTBIRD. Click HERE for her feature.
- Suzanne Warr is championing AUDREY (COW). Click HERE to see why.
- Greg Pattridge is sharing THE TRUTH ABOUT TWINKIE PIE . Click HERE to read his feature.
- The Bookworm Blog is running away with THE RUNAWAY KING. Click HERE to see why.
- Rosi Hollinbeck is reviewing--and GIVING AWAY--THE WAY TO STAY IN DESTINY. Click HERE for details.
- Joanne Fritz always has an MMGM for you. Click HERE to see what she's talking about this week.
- Karen Yingling also always has some awesome MMGM recommendations for you. Click HERE to which ones she picked this time!
- The Mundie Moms are always huge supporters of middle grade. Click HERE for their Mundie Kids site.
If you would like to join in the MMGM fun, all you have to do is blog about a middle grade book you love (contests, author interviews and whatnot also count--but are most definitely not required) and email me the title of the book you're featuring and a link to your blog at SWMessenger (at) hotmail (dot) com.(Make sure you put MMGM or Marvelous Middle Grade Monday in the subject line so it gets sorted accurately) You MUST email me your link by Sunday evening in order to be included in the list of links for the coming Monday. (usually before 11pm PST is safe--but if I'm traveling it can vary. When in doubt, send early!)
If you miss the cutoff, you are welcome to add your link in the comments on this post so people can find you, but I will not have time to update the post. Same goes for typos/errors on my part. I do my best to build the links correctly, but sometimes deadline-brain gets the best of me, and I'm sorry if it does. For those wondering why I don't use a Linky-widget instead, it's a simple matter of internet safety. The only way I can ensure that all the links lead to safe, appropriate places for someone of any age is if I build them myself. It's not a perfect system, but it allows me to keep better control.
Thank you so much for being a part of this awesome meme, and spreading the middle grade love!
*Please note: these posts are not a reflection of my own opinions on the books featured. Each blogger is responsible for their own MMGM content and I do not pre-screen reviews ahead of time, nor do I control what books they choose. I simply assemble the list based on the links that are emailed to me.
0 Comments on MMGM Links (3/23/15) as of 3/23/2015 8:15:00 AM
AHHHHHHHH, EVERBLAZE'S LAUNCH WEEK IS FINALLY HERE!!!
I kinda can't believe it.
So if you're in SoCal, I hope you'll join us tonight for the Launch Party. Here's all the details, in case you missed it:
And TOMORROW is when EVERBLAZE officially releases. That's also when I leave for the 10-Day tour--it you're in Colorado, Utah, Texas, or Arizona, see my EVENTS PAGE for where to catch me. So please bear with me during the next couple of weeks, launch time is both exciting and SUPER DUPER hectic.
I will still do my best to keep up withMMGM, though. And here are this week's links:
- The Bookworm blog joins the MMGM fun with a feature on THE BLOOD OF OLYMPUS. Click HERE for their spoiler-free review.
- The B.O.B. is spinning a tale about A WHOLE NOTHER STORY. Click HERE to see what she thought.
- Suzanne Warr is dishing about BONE. Click HERE to see why.
- Susan Olson is reveling for REVEALED. ClickHEREto see what she thought.
- Rosi Hollinbeck is reviewing--and GIVING AWAY--THE PAPER COWBOY. Click HERE for details.
- Dorine White is seeing through the EYES OF THE ENEMY, plus a spotlight on book 2. ClickHERE for both features.
- Greg Pattridge is rooting for URBAN OUTLAWS. Click HERE to read his review.
- Lucy at Booksylvania is spreading the word about ODETTE'S SECRETS. Click HERE to see what she thought.
- Katie Fitzgerald is cheering for a PACK OF DORKS. Click HERE to see what she thought.
- Joanne Fritz always has an MMGM for you. Click HERE to see what she's talking about this week.
- The Mundie Moms are always part of the MMGM fun (YAY!). Click HERE to see their newest recommendations. And if you aren't also following their Mundie Kids site, get thee over THERE and check out all the awesome!
- The lovely Shannon O'Donnell always has an MMGM ready for you! Click HERE to see what she's featuring this week.
- Karen Yingling also always has some awesome MMGM recommendations for you. Click HERE to which ones she picked this time!
- Jennifer Rumberger always has an awesome MMGM feature on her blog. Click HERE to see what she's talking about this week.
- Pam Torres always has an MMGM up on her blog. Click HERE to see what she's spotlighting this week.
- Deb Marshall is a MMGM regular. Click HERE to see what she's featuring this week.
If you would like to join in the MMGM fun, all you have to do is blog about a middle grade book you love (contests, author interviews and whatnot also count--but are most definitely not required) and email me the title of the book you're featuring and a link to your blog at SWMessenger (at) hotmail (dot) com.(Make sure you put MMGM or Marvelous Middle Grade Monday in the subject line so it gets sorted accurately) You MUST email me your link by Sunday evening in order to be included in the list of links. (usually before 11pm PST is safe--but if I'm traveling it can vary. When in doubt, send early!)
If you miss the cutoff, you are welcome to add your link in the comments on this post so people can find you, but I will not have time to update the post. Same goes for typos/errors on my part. I do my best to build the links correctly, but sometimes deadline-brain gets the best of me, and I'm sorry if it does. For those wondering why I don't use a Linky-widget instead, it's a simple matter of internet safety. The only way I can ensure that all the links lead to safe, appropriate places for someone of any age is if I build them myself. It's not a perfect system, but it allows me to keep better control.
Thank you so much for being a part of this awesome meme, and spreading the middle grade love!
*Please note: these posts are not a reflection of my own opinions on the books featured. Each blogger is responsible for their own MMGM content and I do not pre-screen reviews ahead of time, nor do I control what books they choose. I simply assemble the list based on the links that are emailed to me.
0 Comments on MMGM Links (11/3/14) as of 11/3/2014 4:42:00 AM
There's been a LOT going on around here, thanks to how close we're getting to the launch of EVERBLAZE. (Less than two weeks--AHHHHHHHH!) So in case you missed anything, I thought I'd put it all in one place, to make it nice and handy.
First up--the EVERBLAZE Official Launch Party, in Southern California. There will be cupcakes! And prizes! And an exclusive piece of swag that will be very hard to get anywhere else! Plus you'll get to buy your signed copy a whole day early and be there for all the fun. Trust me, if you're in SoCal you don't want to miss this. For more details on all of that, go HERE. And here's the when and where:
Monday, November 3, 2014
7:00pm
Barnes & Noble
5183 Montclair Plaza Ln.
Montclair, CA 91763
(909)399-1966
Next--I'm hitting the road again, for the EVERBLAZE Fall tour!! Each stop will include special swaggish goodies and some awesome raffle prizes. So if you're in Colorado, Utah, Texas, or Arizona I hope you'll come out to see me. Here's a handy tour graphic, and a list of all the stops (in case the graphic doesn't load):
And I know this is the point where those of you who do not live in any of these areas pout because I'm not coming to see you. Believe me, I'm sad too. I wish it were possible to go everywhere. But since it's not, I've got a couple of other options for how you can get signed books and some of the awesome tour goodies I'll be giving away:
If you want a hand-signed copy of EVERBLAZE and the swag I'll be giving out on tour (except the mirrors--those are only for the launch party), you can order a copy from the stores I'll be visiting and have them ship it to you. Independent booksellers tend to be the best organized for this, so I'd recommend either The King's English, Blue Willow, or Changing Hands. Shipping and availability may vary, so you'll want to be sure to ask. Phone numbers for all of the stores are listed above.
If you pre-order a copy of EVERBLAZE before 11/3/14, you can fill out the form on this blog for the Pre-Order Swag giveaway and as soon as I get home from tour, I will send you awesome signed swag. You'll get the Iggy postcard art print, a Keeper series bookmark, and a signed bookplate to stick in your copy and turn it into a signed hardcover (or put anywhere you'd like if you order the ebook.) Plus you'll have a chance to win some extra goodies (including a few of the exclusive launch party mirrors). And this offer is even open internationally--but is only for a limited time. Full details on how it works--and the form you'll need to fill out--can be found HERE.
And in non-event related news: the KEEPER website has been totally redesigned, and it has some incredible new goodies I think you're going to LOVE!!! Go HERE to check it out, and be sure to keep an eye out for:
Sophie's Foxfire schedules
Foxfire Academy information
All the details you'll need to create your own Foxfire schedule
Awesome new character art
A quiz to discover your ability
A recipe for Mallowmelt
Plus an excerpt from EVERBLAZE--which includes the first TWO chapters (so yes, if you've read chapter one in the EXILE paperback, another chapter has been revealed!!!) Get thee there quickly for another early sneak peek!
Phew--I think that's everything!!! But as always, keep an eye on this blog, and my other social media because there's a good chance I'll have more updates in the days to come. I hope I get to meet some of you on tour, and that the rest of you sign up to get your swaggish goodies. And thank you all for the excitement and support--THE WAIT IS ALMOST OVER!!!!
0 Comments on The big Update-y post of all the Update-y Things! as of 10/24/2014 7:47:00 AM
Since we are so incredibly close to the release of EVERBLAZE, plan on me (shamelessly) starting these posts with a few updates.
First: the EVERBLAZE pre-order giveaway is in full swing, so if you missed the post--and you want to get your free swaggish goodies--make sure you go HERE.
I've also announced another of my EVERBLAZE tour stops (Salt Lake City--WOOOO!). You can find details about all my upcoming events HERE.
Phew--okay, that wasn't so bad, right? And now, onto the MMGM links:
- Suzanne Warr is highlighting LUG: Dawn of the IceAge. Click HERE to see why. - Rcubed is gushing about TURTLE IN PARADISE. ClickHEREto read her review.
- Michelle Mason has a special series recommendation on THE BOOKS OF ELSEWHERE. Click HERE to see why
- Sue Heavenrich is convinced that THERE WILL BE BEARS. Click HERE to see what she thought.
- Amara Jabber has chills for THE GRAVEYARD BOOK. Click HERE to see her review.
- Dorine White is GIVING AWAY books 1-4 of The Code Buster's Club. ClickHERE for details.
- Greg Pattridge thinks SMASHER is simply smashing. Click HERE to read his review.
- Susan Uhlig has two middle grade recommendations for you, A SNICKER OF MAGIC, and THREE TIMES LUCKY. Click HERE to see what she thought.
- Andrea Mack is dishing about WHO WHAT WEAR: The Allegra Biscotti Collection #2. Click HEREto see her feature.
- Susan Olson is cheering TUT, TUT. ClickHEREto see what she thought.
- The Mundie Moms are always part of the MMGM fun (YAY!). Click HERE to see their newest recommendations. And if you aren't also following their Mundie Kids site, get thee over THERE and check out all the awesome!
- The lovely Shannon O'Donnell always has an MMGM ready for you! Click HERE to see what she's featuring this week.
- Karen Yingling also always has some awesome MMGM recommendations for you. Click HERE to which ones she picked this time!
- Jennifer Rumberger always has an awesome MMGM feature on her blog. Click HERE to see what she's talking about this week.
- Pam Torres always has an MMGM up on her blog. Click HERE to see what she's spotlighting this week.
- Deb Marshall is a MMGM regular. Click HERE to see what she's featuring this week.
- Joanne Fritz always has an MMGM for you. Click HERE to see what she's talking about this week.
If you would like to join in the MMGM fun, all you have to do is blog about a middle grade book you love (contests, author interviews and whatnot also count--but are most definitely not required) and email me the title of the book you're featuring and a link to your blog at SWMessenger (at) hotmail (dot) com.(Make sure you put MMGM or Marvelous Middle Grade Monday in the subject line so it gets sorted accurately) You MUST email me your link by Sunday evening in order to be included in the list of links. (usually before 11pm PST is safe--but if I'm traveling it can vary. When in doubt, send early!)
If you miss the cutoff, you are welcome to add your link in the comments on this post so people can find you, but I will not have time to update the post. Same goes for typos/errors on my part. I do my best to build the links correctly, but sometimes deadline-brain gets the best of me, and I'm sorry if it does. For those wondering why I don't use a Linky-widget instead, it's a simple matter of internet safety. The only way I can ensure that all the links lead to safe, appropriate places for someone of any age is if I build them myself. It's not a perfect system, but it allows me to keep better control.
Thank you so much for being a part of this awesome meme, and spreading the middle grade love!
*Please note: these posts are not a reflection of my own opinions on the books featured. Each blogger is responsible for their own MMGM content and I do not pre-screen reviews ahead of time, nor do I control what books they choose. I simply assemble the list based on the links that are emailed to me.
0 Comments on MMGM Links (10/20/14) as of 10/20/2014 7:47:00 AM
Managed to put together the MMGM links again (now if only I could hit my word count requirement for the day and go to bed... *glances at clock* *sighs*).
Also, if you missed it, I've announced the Official EVERBLAZE Launch Party details, so if you're in SoCal, make sure you check HERE to mark your calendars. And don't worry, I still have all kinds of fun things coming, including the rest of my tour info, as well as the pre-order giveaway, the launch of the soon-to-be-newly updated keeperofthelostcities.com, and more!
So keep checking back regularly, and in the meantime, here's some awesome middle grade recs floating around the blogosphere from the other MMGMers.
- The B.O.B. has chills for GIANTS AND ICE. Click HERE to see what she thought.
- Sue Heavenrich is hearing a WHISTLE IN THE DARK. Click HERE to see why.
- Amara Jabber is dishing about WAIT TILL HELEN COMES. Click HERE to see her review.
- Suzanne Warr is sharing some of the incredible insights she gained from the Dave Wolverton/Farland seminar she attended. Click HERE to check that out.
- Rosi Hollinbeck is seeing stars for ALL FOUR STARS--and GIVING AWAY a copy. Click HERE for all the fun.
- Greg Pattridge is in love with THE KEY THAT SWALLOWED JOEY PIGZA. Click HERE to read his review.
- The Mundie Moms are always part of the MMGM fun (YAY!). Click HERE to see their newest recommendations. And if you aren't also following their Mundie Kids site, get thee over THERE and check out all the awesome!
- The lovely Shannon O'Donnell always has an MMGM ready for you! Click HERE to see what she's featuring this week.
- Karen Yingling also always has some awesome MMGM recommendations for you. Click HERE to which ones she picked this time!
- Jennifer Rumberger always has an awesome MMGM feature on her blog. Click HERE to see what she's talking about this week.
- Pam Torres always has an MMGM up on her blog. Click HERE to see what she's spotlighting this week.
- Deb Marshall is a MMGM regular. Click HERE to see what she's featuring this week.
- Joanne Fritz always has an MMGM for you. Click HERE to see what she's talking about this week.
If you would like to join in the MMGM fun, all you have to do is blog about a middle grade book you love (contests, author interviews and whatnot also count--but are most definitely not required) and email me the title of the book you're featuring and a link to your blog at SWMessenger (at) hotmail (dot) com.(Make sure you put MMGM or Marvelous Middle Grade Monday in the subject line so it gets sorted accurately) You MUST email me your link by Sunday evening in order to be included in the list of links. (usually before 11pm PST is safe--but if I'm traveling it can vary. When in doubt, send early!)
If you miss the cutoff, you are welcome to add your link in the comments on this post so people can find you, but I will not have time to update the post. Same goes for typos/errors on my part. I do my best to build the links correctly, but sometimes deadline-brain gets the best of me, and I'm sorry if it does. For those wondering why I don't use a Linky-widget instead, it's a simple matter of internet safety. The only way I can ensure that all the links lead to safe, appropriate places for someone of any age is if I build them myself. It's not a perfect system, but it allows me to keep better control.
Thank you so much for being a part of this awesome meme, and spreading the middle grade love!
*Please note: these posts are not a reflection of my own opinions on the books featured. Each blogger is responsible for their own MMGM content and I do not pre-screen reviews ahead of time, nor do I control what books they choose. I simply assemble the list based on the links that are emailed to me.
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I know I've gone back to being a VERY bad blogger (sigh). I promise, I'm going to TRY to be better. But in the meantime, I wanted to give a quick update about an event I have coming up at the end of March that I'm SUPER excited about.
Yes, that's right. An author event at DISNEYLAND. I mean, do you get anymore awesome than that??? I'm almost afraid it's so much awesome it's going to make the universe implode with awesome overload.
Here's the official event info from the organizers:
What’s better than books? Nothing! But rollercoasters come close. On Saturday, March 30, 2013, sixteen of your favorite young adult authors will put on their mouse ears for THE YAPPIEST DAY ON EARTH, the first (that we know of) YA Day at Disneyland. Bloggers, booksellers, librarians, and fans are invited to come spend the day riding with authors and chatting about current and upcoming releases. The event will culminate with a group signing at the Anabella Hotel, across the street from California Adventure.
To participate, meet the authors inside the gates of Disneyland at 8:00 AM on March 30th. Or, join us at the book signing at 5:30 PM at the Anabella Hotel, 1030 W. Katella Ave. Those too far away to participate may order books to be autographed through Mysterious Galaxy’s website at http://mystgalaxy.com/.
Participating authors include: Elise Allen, Carrie Arcos, Sean Beaudoin, Jennifer Bosworth, Martha Brockenbrough, Cecil Castellucci, Rachel Cohn, Kevin Emerson, Chris Howard, Lish McBride, Gretchen McNeil, Robin Mellom, Shannon Messenger, Cat Patrick, Kasie West, and Gabrielle Zevin.
The day will be tweeted live by participating authors and fans, using the hashtag #YAPPIEST.
Event Breakdown:
What: THE YAPPIEST DAY ON EARTH
When: Saturday, March 30, 2013
8:00 AM
All YAPPIEST participants should meet inside the gates of Disneyland.
Look for the authors in YAPPIEST T-shirts!
4:45 PM
All YAPPIEST author/reader groups should meet in front of the entrance to the Tomorrowland Monorail Station to ride/walk to the signing location
5:30 – 7:30 PM
Group Book Signing Anabella Hotel 1030 W. Katella Ave Anaheim, CA, 92802 Phone: 714-905-1050
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Anonymous said, on 2/20/2013 8:19:00 PM
OMG Let The Sky Fall comes out on my birthday. Definitely reading now. :) Go March 5!
Only ten days until your newest book comes out...I preordered it ages ago, so I am looking forward to its arrival.
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Sorry it's been another quiet blogging week for me. I'm on another TIGHT deadline for LTSF #2--but I will hopefully be done with that next week or so and then MAYBE things really will get back to normal around here.
In the meantime I have some super-important Shannon Event Updates (well... I guess they're only Super-Important to those of you brave enough to attend a Shannon-Event. But I'm going to pretend you're ALL on the edge of your seats right now)
First--AND MOST IMPORTANTLY--the time and location of the LET THE SKY FALL launch party has CHANGED!!!! (this is why I should always have my publicist arrange things for me, she does such a better job!)
It's now going to be at one of my favorite independent book stores (I'm kind of geeking out about it because I've been to so many awesome events there): Mysterious Galaxy Books!!!
Here's the official deets--FOR REAL THIS TIME, I PROMISE!
LET THE SKY FALL Launch Party
Tuesday, March 5, 7:00 pm
Mysterious Galaxy Books
7051 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., Suite #302
San Diego, CA 92111
858-268-4747
I really hope some of you will be able to come. I promise rambling and embarrassing Shannon gestures (which will look super dorky in all of your pictures.) Plus prizes. AND YUMMY THINGS. So you live in SoCal, please come. And bring your friends. GRAB STRANGERS. ;)
ALSO, for any of you who are writers, here's another event I have coming up that I highly, HIGHLY recommend you consider attending:
Big Sur Children's Writer's Workshop
March 1-3
Embassy Suites Hotel
Salinas, CA
This is seriously one of the best Writer's Conferences I've ever been to--and I've been to a LOT of conferences. If you're a writer and you want to improve your craft, THIS is the place to do it. They have a very unique format where you get to round table workshop actual pages from your drafts with agents, editors, and authors. I went in 2011 as an attendee and got some key feedback that made a huge improvement in LTSF and I'm sure is part of why it sold, so I'm SO honored that I'll be on the faculty this year. Yes, it is a tad pricey (though considering the rate includes your room and your meals it's actually one of the more affordable writers' conferences) but it's seriously worth every penny. Registration info is HERE. Faculty details are HERE.
And don't forget, I have some awesome events this weekend--it's not too late to decide to come. Here's the event info:
Young Adult Writing Conference:
When: Saturday, January 26th, 8:30am - 3:00pm
Where: Dobson High School
1501 W. Guadalupe Rd, Mesa 85202
For prices and registration info (plus a list of the full faculty) go HERE.
YAllapalooza:
When: Saturday, January 26th, 4:00pm
Where: Changing Hands Bookstore
6428 S McClintock Dr. Tempe, Arizona 85283
Attending authors: Tom Leveen, Cecil Castelluci, Amy Fellner Dominy, Shannon Messenger, Suzanne Lazear, Janni Lee Simner, Kevin Emerson, Erin Jade Lange, Lisa McMann, Suzanne Young, James A. Owen, C.J. Hill (aka Janette Rallison), Laura Ellen, and Lisa Schroeder
Cost: $5 for a ticket that covers both mother & daughter
(and gets you $2 off your first book purchase)
Attending authors: Joan Bransfield Graham, Leslie Margolis, Robin Mellom, Shannon Messenger, Lin Oliver, Jenn Reese, and Joyce Lee Wong
For more info, email Catherine Linka at: catherinel (at) flintridgebooks (dot) com
And one LAST thing to mark your calendars for (yes, I have a LOT of events coming up) is a signing/author panel I'm doing with my awesome agent-brother Chris Howard (ROOTLESS) and the lovely and hilarious Debra Driza (MILA 2.0) at the end of March. Here's the deets:
Wednesday, March 27th, 7:00 pm
Mysterious Galaxy Books
7051 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., Suite #302
San Diego, CA 92111
858-268-4747
Come hang out with us, I predict epicness. I mean, Chris has a British accent and Debra has pink in her hair--need I say more???
Okay, that's it for now--though I have some other events in the works and will update as soon as they're confirmed. Hope to see some of you guys there!
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Sorry guys--I promise I will try to be back on track next week. New year, new start--all that jazz. Plus, this draft is due like really, really soon. So soon I've set a kinda-feeling-impossible goal to type "the end" by tonight. Not sure if i'm going to make it. But I have to TRY.
So sadly, no MMGM. And I usually do an end of the year post looking back on all I've been through writing wise--and that is coming in a few days, too (I'm sure you're all holding your breath)
But for now I'm about 4 chapters away from DONE (well, done as in the draft is done. It will still be a mess and need lots of revision which I am trying very hard not to think about) so I have to keep working working working.
Hope everyone has an awesome week!
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You will finish whether tonight or the next day or the next day... You will finish the draft Shannon. *Pats you on the head* So get what you need to get done, have a great new year and blog when you're fit and ready.
Happy New Year and hope that you reached your goal. And read your book and loved it and especially your world creation and your treatment of myth. Nice going!!
Hey--so, remember that time when I fell into the deadline cave and didn't blog or tell you guys about anything important for like a month???
Yeeeeeaaaaaaaaaaaah. Oops.
(though hey, I did share the super-awesome widget for LET THE SKY FALL and host an ARC Giveaway. If you missed that, go HERE)
But never fear, I am going to catch you all up today in a chaotic, rapid-fire mass of information overload!!! You. Are. WELCOME!
Okay, so first: I AM OUT OF THE DEADLINE CAVE TODAY!!!
Yes--it's TRUE!!! I probably shouldn't be, because ... well... hitting this one is gonna be tight. But I couldn't pass up an opportunity to visit some amazing kids at an awesome school. And then tonight, I'll be at Barnes & Noble for a book fair. So if you live in the San Diego area--PLEASE COME!
Here's the deets:
When: TONIGHT
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Where: Barnes & Noble Oceanside
2615 Vista Way Oceanside, CA 92054
760-529-0106
What's awesome about these book fair signings is that they're super casual. You just hang out whenever you want for as long as you want. So if you have any time between 6 and 8, come come come! I'll have swag! And awkward hugs! And we can talk about cats and cupcakes!!!!
(Who doesn't want to be a part of that???)
Also: KEEPER GOT AN AWESOME REVIEW FROM BOOKLIST!!!!!
"A large and varied cast of supporting characters and an intriguing premise contribute to make this an exciting start to a promising series."~ Booklist Reviews
Yes, there was a lot of squealing and jumping around the house when my editor sent that. Trade reviews are SO SCARY. So YAY BOOKLIST!!!!
ALSO, also: LET THE SKY FALL SOLD TO TAIWAN!!!!!!!
I know--I couldn't believe it either. But here's the official PM listing to prove it:
It's SO crazy knowing my book is going to be in yet another language I can't read. My job is so cool sometimes!!!
ALSO ALSO also: (I told you, I have forgotten to tell you ALL THE THINGS): KEEPER OF THE LOST CITIES IS GOING TO BE AN AUDIO BOOK!!!!!
(And dude, I cannot tell you how excited I am to hear my book read by a narrator. Talk about epic!!!)
I don't know when it will be released--the author is always the last to know these things. But the contract is signed and it is HAPPENING. Coming from Audible. I'll post more details as soon as I have them.
ALSO ALSO ALSO also: KEEPER HAS BEEN NOMINATED FOR A YABC Choice Award--and *I've* been nominated for favorite middle grade author. Now, obviously you don't HAVE to go vote for me. BUT... if you decide to I will pretty much love you forever. Plus everyone knows that when you vote for me or KEEPER a unicorn burps up a magical sparkly cupcake of awesome, and really, who doesn't want that to keep happening???) NO pressure, of course, but if you would like to vote, go HERE.
AND--last but not least--a special offer from me to you. See, last Saturday was Bring Your Kids To The Bookstore Day--and I'd planned a special way to reward people for participating by offering special swag packs to anyone who bought KEEPER. And... then I forgot to post about it.
I know.
Major #Shannonfail.
Halfway through the day I did finally remember and sprinted to Twitter and FB to get the word out--and a bunch of people did see and take me up on it. BUT, since then I've heard from some who were sorry they missed it. And that's TOTALLY my bad. SO, I'm doing it again this weekend. (And hey, if you want to start it today, that's fine too.)
If you buy a copy of KEEPER between now and 11:59pm PST on 12/9/12, email me at SWMessenger (at) hotmail (dot) com with your mailing address and I will send you a special swag pack that includes shiny things like signed, personalized book plates and stickers and limited edition art prints. I don't need proof of purchase--I am willing to go on the honor system. And while of course it would be awesome if you supported your local Indie--it doesn't matter to me where you buy it.
Swag packs will go in the mail early next week--I promise--so you should definitely have them in time for any celebrationish things you need. And of course if you have any questions, ask away in the comments.
Annnnnnnnnnnnnnnd... I think that's everything. I mean, my brain is kinda shot these days, so it's possible I'm forgetting something. But that covers all the big stuff. Except to also add a huge THANK YOU to you guys for bearing with me through all my crazy deadlineishness. I promise, I WILL get things back on track soon. Once LET THE SKY FALL 2 quits kicking my butt and keeping me up half the night and otherwise making me very very aware that SEQUELS ARE HARD!!!
Ahem.
And now... back to drafting. Hope to see some of you tonight!!!!
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I just really wanted to compliment you on ur book! I loved it! It is my favorite book of all time and that counts because I've read at least three books every week for four years! I also wanted to ask if I had to buy the book again to get a swag pack! I already have to cards which are Verminion and Iggy plus i have team keefe (this is epic) and team sophie! I want ot get the other two cards and stickers but do not know how? CAn u plz answer me? thanx
Wow--I'm so glad to hear you loved KEEPER. Since you sound like such an awesome fan I'd be happy to send you the other pieces of swag. Just email me at SWMessenger (at) hotmail (dot) com with your mailing address and I will get that sent off to you the next time I do a post office run. :)
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I'm not sure I've ever read an event that's more you than this before!
I'm so glad I live in SoCal! YAY!
Sounds awesome. Wish I lived there and could go.
That sounds like an absolute blast. Unfortunately, I'll be in Nor Cal that weekend for Easter.
Sounds great! I so wish I could go.
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OMG Let The Sky Fall comes out on my birthday. Definitely reading now. :)
Go March 5!
This pretty much sounds like the greatest thing ever! AH!
I cannot wait for Let the Sky Fall by the way! You're amazing and I love that you actually respond on Twitter. Thanks for the advice!
Take care.
Sounds like it will be an AWESOME day!
How fun!!! I hope you enjoy yourself, Shannon. :)
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*SIGH* Oh, how I wish I could go to that! Sounds like it will be F-A-N-T-A-S-T-I-C!! :)