What would you do to remember? What would you give to forget?
When Tess Porter agrees to pick up her boyfriend's college pal at the airport on a snowy December night, she has no idea she's about to embark on the most dangerous ride of her life. Two days later, the 17-year-old wakes up in a hospital with broken bones, unable to remember how she got there. Her parents are acting strange, and neither James, her boyfriend, nor her best friend, Izzy, has visited. As she struggles to physically recover, Tess wrestles with haunting questions: What happened? Will her memory ever return? And what if she's better off not recalling any of it?
14-year-old Wardy Spinks, overweight, un-athletic and bespectacled, is bullied at Evanston High School. Wardy is a multi-faceted character whose woes resonate with teens and 'tweens. The theme of building self-esteem is appropriate for YA readers. Brilliant, but socially awkward and friendless, and struggling with a dysfunctional family, Wardy faces down school bullies with help from his grandmother and recognition from his teacher-mentor. Though he hates school and earns terrible grades, he's building a laser in his secretive basement workroom. Hoping for romance with his shy but pretty lab partner, Wardy slowly works his way toward self-acceptance, realizing he doesn't have to be a loser for life. Fast-paced and filled with twists and turns, EAGLEBAIT appeals both to young adult readers and their parents, teachers and counselors.
A ghost soldier whispers, “I need help.” His kiss sweeps Jenny into World War 1. Danger, treachery, romance, and intrigue. “Keeps tension levels high,” Publishers Weekly.
Refuge from the World (The Beartooth Chronicles, Book 1)
Blurb: Ashley and Caleb enjoyed a carefree childhood in Beartooth, but things are changing in their isolated mountaintop community. The government plans to implement a geoengineering process to cool the planet, not all citizens are what they seem, deadly predators lurk outside the community, and Ash learns her mom is dying, forcing them to adapt to a dangerous world they never imagined.
This is the first novel in the Beartooth Chronicles and it is on sale now for just $0.99. Book 2 and 3 are also available, and book 4 releases in early 2025. Learn more or sign up for my newsletter in the form on my blog at https://www.kimmcmahill.blogspot.com or follow me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/KimMcMahillAuthor/. THANK YOU!
Hi Kim! Thanks for telling us about Refuge from the World. Congrats on this series too. I was out of town all weekend at a book signing event and will reply to your email asap. Happy holidays, Kim :)
My romantic mystery, MISSING MOM, comes out from Fire & Ice/Melange Books on January 14. Seventeen-year-old Noelle, an aspiring dancer, undertakes her own investigation of her mom's disappearance, while also dealing with her growing romantic feelings toward Ravi, a fellow dancer, as well as concerns about her little sister who is reluctant to visit their dad. Threaded throughout Noelle's story is the story of Savannah, a young woman nearly twenty years earlier, whose escape from an abusive marriage turns out to be related to Noelle's investigation.
Hi Joy!
HE'LL BE WAITING:
What would you do to remember? What would you give to forget?
When Tess Porter agrees to pick up her boyfriend's college pal at the airport on a snowy December night, she has no idea she's about to embark on the most dangerous ride of her life. Two days later, the 17-year-old wakes up in a hospital with broken bones, unable to remember how she got there. Her parents are acting strange, and neither James, her boyfriend, nor her best friend, Izzy, has visited. As she struggles to physically recover, Tess wrestles with haunting questions: What happened? Will her memory ever return? And what if she's better off not recalling any of it?
https://www.amazon.com/Hell-Be-Waiting-Liz-Alterman-ebook/dp/B091N9XH9M/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0
Hi Liz! What an intriguing, exciting book description! I love the premise of this story. Thanks for sharing and happy holidays, book friend!
Susan Coryell
EAGLEBAIT
14-year-old Wardy Spinks, overweight, un-athletic and bespectacled, is bullied at Evanston High School. Wardy is a multi-faceted character whose woes resonate with teens and 'tweens. The theme of building self-esteem is appropriate for YA readers. Brilliant, but socially awkward and friendless, and struggling with a dysfunctional family, Wardy faces down school bullies with help from his grandmother and recognition from his teacher-mentor. Though he hates school and earns terrible grades, he's building a laser in his secretive basement workroom. Hoping for romance with his shy but pretty lab partner, Wardy slowly works his way toward self-acceptance, realizing he doesn't have to be a loser for life. Fast-paced and filled with twists and turns, EAGLEBAIT appeals both to young adult readers and their parents, teachers and counselors.
https://www.amazon.com/Eaglebait-Susan-Coryell/dp/1509254579/ref=sr_1_2?crid=LTWVNP33F21C&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.WVEM78fgfrolcJ_1wmp-8C3g7rMG03hB8h6GMdERD6jGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.DEL7IaAicWqZ7oTqwvo8OKdZDbTSheJ9UXT_4wMlVHQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=eaglebait+by+susan+coryell&qid=1733760636&sprefix=%2Caps%2C123&sr=8-2
EAGLEBAIT won the International Reading Association's "Young Adult Choice."
Hi Susan! Thanks for sharing Eaglebait with us today. It sounds like a great story with an important message. Happy holidays, Susan :)
Kiss'd: A Time Travel Romantic Adventure
A ghost soldier whispers, “I need help.” His kiss sweeps Jenny into World War 1. Danger, treachery, romance, and intrigue. “Keeps tension levels high,” Publishers Weekly.
https://www.amazon.com/Kissd-D-Reep-ebook/dp/B01H80K0G8
Note: It's YA with no sex.
What a great premise line, Diana! Sounds like a terrific book. Thanks for sharing and happy holidays! :)
Refuge from the World (The Beartooth Chronicles, Book 1)
Blurb: Ashley and Caleb enjoyed a carefree childhood in Beartooth, but things are changing in their isolated mountaintop community. The government plans to implement a geoengineering process to cool the planet, not all citizens are what they seem, deadly predators lurk outside the community, and Ash learns her mom is dying, forcing them to adapt to a dangerous world they never imagined.
Buy Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CW1HL6RK/
This is the first novel in the Beartooth Chronicles and it is on sale now for just $0.99. Book 2 and 3 are also available, and book 4 releases in early 2025. Learn more or sign up for my newsletter in the form on my blog at https://www.kimmcmahill.blogspot.com or follow me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/KimMcMahillAuthor/. THANK YOU!
Hi Kim! Thanks for telling us about Refuge from the World. Congrats on this series too. I was out of town all weekend at a book signing event and will reply to your email asap. Happy holidays, Kim :)
My romantic mystery, MISSING MOM, comes out from Fire & Ice/Melange Books on January 14. Seventeen-year-old Noelle, an aspiring dancer, undertakes her own investigation of her mom's disappearance, while also dealing with her growing romantic feelings toward Ravi, a fellow dancer, as well as concerns about her little sister who is reluctant to visit their dad. Threaded throughout Noelle's story is the story of Savannah, a young woman nearly twenty years earlier, whose escape from an abusive marriage turns out to be related to Noelle's investigation.
Hi Lynn! Thanks for telling my readers about your new book! I happen to have it on very good authority that this book is wonderful. Get it, y'all!