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Books, hear all about them!

7/26/2018

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Hello, wonderful readers!

We only have a few months to go until the festival! While most of the authors’ latest books have been released, some aren’t here just yet. But, luckily, those are available for preorder! Some of the preorders even have fun campaigns from the authors or publishers, where you get awesome swag for proof of purchase. If we’re missing any special pre-order campaigns please let us know!


PRE-ORDERS (by release date):

DANCE OF THIEVES by Mary E. Pearson (August 7)
  • All entries will receive a special, die-cut bookmark!
  • One grand prize winner (and guest) will be sent to TTBF to meet Mary!

DARIUS THE GREAT IS NOT OKAY by Adib Khorram (August 28)
  • You can also pre-order a SIGNED copy from Adib’s local indie!

UNCHARTED by Erin Cashman (September 4)
  • All entries will receive a bookmark, signed bookplate, and 3 themed stickers. (Shameless plug: the bookplate and stickers were designed by our very own cofounder, Renee!)
  • 2 randomly-selected entrants will a $10 giftcard and an Alex and Ani bracelet.
  • 1 randomly-selected grand-prize winner will receive a $25 giftcard, an Alex and Ani bracelet, and 8 signed books from authors who blurbed UNCHARTED!

A ROOM AWAY FROM THE WOLVES by Nova Ren Suma (September 4)
  • All entries will receive an art print, sticker, and signed bookplate!
    • You get to choose the print that speaks to you, while supplies last!
  • 1 grand-prize winner will receive Nova’s YA collection and a fire opal pendant.
  • 1 grand-prize winner will receive 5 books by writers who blurbed A ROOM AWAY FROM THE WOLVES.

HERE TO STAY by Sara Farizan (September 18)

FOR A MUSE OF FIRE by Heidi Heilig (September 25)
  • This pre-order campaign is coming soon, but will include a gorgeous die-cut bookmark!
  • We’ll be selling this one early at the festival, but for those who can wait a few extra days we highly recommend pre-ordering!

THE RISING GOLD by Gabe (writing as Ava Jae) (October 2)
  • We believe we may be selling this one early as well, but as pre-orders are so helpful to authors we still recommend ordering through your favorite book retailer!

KINGDOM OF THE BLAZING PHOENIX by Julie C. Dao (November 6)
  • For those thinking WAY ahead, keep an eye on Julie’s social for a special pre-order incentive for her sophomore book!
  • We also believe we’ll have early copies of the paperback version of FOREST OF A THOUSAND LANTERNS, so get ready to grab yours!​


The rest of our #BTAF18 books have already released, and you can buy them at one of the links below!

DOWN AND ACROSS by Arvin Ahmadi
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

ZENITH by Sasha Alsberg and Lindsay Cummings
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

THE CRUEL PRINCE by Holly Black
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

CONTAGION by Erin Bowman
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books

AMERICAN PANDA by Gloria Chao
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

THE BELLES by Dhonielle Clayton
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

FOREST OF A THOUSAND LANTERNS by Julie C. Dao
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

BRIGHTLY BURNING by Alexa Donne
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

EVERLESS by Sara Holland
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

MONDAY’S NOT COMING by Tiffany D. Jackson
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

BEYOND THE RED by Gabe (writing as Ava Jae)
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

INTO THE BLACK by Gabe (writing as Ava Jae)
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

WINTERSONG by S. Jae-Jones
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

SHADOWSONG by S. Jae-Jones
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

DEAR RACHEL MADDOW by Adrienne Kisner
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

FURYBORN by Claire Legrand
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

A LINE IN THE DARK by Malinda Lo
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

ISLE OF BLOOD AND STONE by Makiia Lucier
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

SHIP IT by Britta Lundin
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

ANGER IS A GIFT by Mark Oshiro
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

ALL OF THIS IS TRUE by Lygia Day Peñaflor
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

FINAL DRAFT by Riley Redgate
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

IN HER SKIN by Kim Savage
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

MY SO-CALLED BOLLYWOOD LIFE by Nisha Sharma
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

YOU’LL MISS ME WHEN I’M GONE by Rachel Lynn Solomon
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

AND I DARKEN by Kiersten White
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

NOW I RISE by Kiersten White
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

BRIGHT WE BURN by Kiersten White
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

THE BEAUTY THAT REMAINS by Ashley Woodfolk
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books 

SKY IN THE DEEP by Adrienne Young
Amazon | B&N | Indiebound | Porter Square Books



​How many of the #BTAF18 books do you own? How many are you trying to read before the festival on September 22nd?
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Find a New Hobby This Summer!

7/23/2018

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​We don’t know about you, but when we read about a character with a passion, that interest tends to rub off on us, too! If you’re looking for something to fill these long summer days, maybe try a new hobby inspired by some of our passion-filled BTAF18 protagonists!


Do you have a hobby that you love?
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FINAL DRAFT by Riley Redgate
A lot of readers also dabble in writing, too. Have you been thinking about writing that next Great American Novel but don’t know where to start? Use these resources to create your own crash course this summer:

Susan Dennard: Writing Resources
Writer’s Block Party: A Blog About Writing and Publishing
Pub(lishing)Crawl

Want to take it even further? Sign up for a Boston-based workshop at Grub Street, or take one online!


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MY SO-CALLED BOLLYWOOD LIFE by Nisha Sharma
Storytelling comes in many forms, and movies can be just as enjoyable as books! Share your thoughts on the films you see this summer by starting a movie review blog. You can create a blog for free on various sites like Wordpress or Blogger, and these links can help you get started:

NYFA: 9 Tips for Writing a Film Review
Grammarly: Everything You Need to Know on How to Write a Movie Review


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YOU’LL MISS ME WHEN I’M GONE by Rachel Lynn Solomon
If you’re the type to go all or nothing when it comes to new projects, maybe try your hand at a musical instrument! Adina in YMMWIG is a viola master and you can take after her by picking up a string instrument. Looking for a lower-cost commitment? Try the ukulele!

Guitar Center: $45-$100
Amazon: $35 (AND it’s rainbow!)

Here are 10 tips for beginners!


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THE BEAUTY THAT REMAINS by Ashley Woodfolk
If music is the hobby of your heart, take it even further by reviewing the local bands you see on Instagram, or starting a music appreciation club at your school! Want to be in the spotlight instead of behind the scenes? Start a band with your friends, or take voice lessons this summer!

Our Pastimes: How to Start a Band in High School
Your 10-Step Cheat Sheet for Learning How to Sing


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Find Your BTAFest BFF!

7/11/2018

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