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Giveaway! Doubleblind by Ann Aguirre
With the release of Ann Aguirre’s short story, Endurance today, we at The Novel Nation decided to call this “Ann Aguirre Day”. While it isn’t a national holiday or anything, it gives us the chance to offer a copy of Doubleblind (book three in the Sirantha Jax series) up to one lucky winner! It’s not easy to tread lightly wearing steel-toed boots. Sirantha Jax isn’t known for diplomatic finesse. As a “Jumper” who navigates ships through … Read entire article »
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Spotlight: Wanderlove by Kirsten Hubbard
It all begins with a stupid question: Are you a Global Vagabond? No, but 18-year-old Bria … Read more »
Trailer of the Week: Abraham Lincoln, Vampire Hunter
I decided that this week’s featured video would be another movie trailer. I had seen this one … Read more »
Excerpt: Insurgent by Veronica Roth
Ah, we love getting exclusive stuff around here. And today, we have something special for you YA … Read more »
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Excerpt: Insurgent by Veronica Roth
Ah, we love getting exclusive stuff around here. And today, we have something special for you YA … Read more »
Review: Rules of Civility by Amor Towles
Set in New York City in 1938, Rules of Civility tells the story of a watershed year in the … Read more »
Trailer of the Week: Queen Hereafter by Susan Fraser King (and a giveaway too!)
This week, I'm whisking you all off to Scotland to read about Queen Margaret in the … Read more »
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Teaser: Endurance by Ann Aguirre (Chapter 2)
I’m happy to be able to share a little teaser of Ann Aguirre’s new short story, Endurance. The complete story will be available at 9am tomorrow morning, but if you just can’t wait, hopefully this will tide you over You’ll find access at the bottom of this post to Heroes and Heartbreakers, who will be sharing Endurance in … Read entire article »
Review: The Secret Me Book by Rachel Kempster and Meg Leder
Discover what makes you, you… What makes you tick and hum? What quirks and habits are yours and yours alone? who do you wish you could be? who are you now? The answers make up your “secret me,” your soul’s fingerprint. Packed with creative and quirky prompts, ideas, and activities, The Secret Me Book gives you an inspiring way to get to know this core part … Read entire article »
Wanna know what’s “AWESOME”?
So do we! And today’s the day that Neil Pasricha’s Number 1 AWESOME thing will be revealed. Well, technically, it’s tomorrow but I have it on good authority that Neil will be giving the folks that attend his event at Indigo a sneak peek tonight (at the John and Richmond store, starting at 7pm, April 18th, 2012). For those of … Read entire article »
Sneak Peek access for The Immortal Rules by Julie Kagawa
I have to say, Harlequin has done some really cool things with Julie Kagawa’s Iron King series. Now as Julie’s new series is set to release on April 24th, they’ve done it again! Below, you’ll find a still image from the trailer, as well as some links to follow. On Monday, April 16th, these links will lead you to the … Read entire article »
Paperback Release of The Lady of the Rivers by Philippa Gregory + Giveaway
Today, April 3, 2012, marks the release date of the paperback version of Philippa Gregory’s third book in the Cousins’ War series. Here’s what the publisher, Simon and Schuster has to say about the book: In THE LADY OF THE RIVERS (On-sale April 3, 2012; $16.00; 978-1-4165-6371-6), now in paperback, #1 New York Times bestselling author Philippa Gregory masterfully weaves passion, … Read entire article »
Monday’s Media Madness (4)
Over the last few days, Mel and I have been tossing music back and forth, sharing some of our recent faves. I must admist, I really haven’t been listening to music much, opting more for audiobooks. I’m so glad we started this; I’m feeling totally out of touch with what’s on the radio or what’s even remotely new out there. … Read entire article »
Trailer of the Week: Hysteria
Today, once again, I present a movie trailer, though this one…well, it might not be good for those in their tender years or with sensitive dispositions (consider yourself warned ). For my money, I think this looks hilarious and I whole-heartedly pray that the best bits aren’t in this trailer alone. I’m thinking Hugh Dancy is a great choice … Read entire article »
Review: Tilt by Alan Cumyn
Stan is an intense sixteen-year-old loner who desperately wants to make the junior varsity basketball team. And it seems that he may be about to do so, until he’s blindsided by the unexpected attentions of Janine Igwash. Suddenly Stan is no longer thinking about jump shots. Instead he is obsessed with Janine’s spiky hair, her milky white shoulders and the … Read entire article »
The Cat’s Out of the Bag!
That’s right folks! The Novel Nation has increased in population! We had a little early post from the new contributor to our site so, now, it’s only right that we roll out the read ( … Read entire article »



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