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Today we dive into the Three Dark Crowns series by NY Times Best Selling Author, Kendare Blake.

Each generation three triplet queens are born on the island of Fennbirn; each an equal heir to the throne. But when they turn 16, the battle for the crown begins. Who will be victorious? Will it be the elemental queen, Mirabella, who can control the wind and fire? Maybe it will be the naturalist queen, Arsinoe, who rules over plants and animals. Or perhaps, it will be the poisoner queen Katherine, the most dangerous of them all.

Join my friend Christine and I as we dive in deep to discuss the world of Fennbirn and all it holds for its young queens.

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Marissa chats with Elizabeth Eulberg about her newest books, PAST PERFECT LIFE and SHELBY HOLMES AND THE HAUNTED HOUND, as well as the importance of dance parties, celebrating each book, and why it's okay to have bad writing days.

Books discussed in this episode can be purchased from your local independent bookstore or buy them online from the Happy Writer bookshop.org store (that benefits indie bookstores) at https://bookshop.org/shop/marissameyer

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Marissa chats with Intisar Khanani on her new book, THORN, as well as the peculiarities of The Goose Girl fairy tale, writing mighty girl characters, and the impact generosity can have on our own happiness.

Books discussed in this episode can be purchased from your local independent bookstore or buy them online from the Happy Writer bookshop.org store (that benefits indie bookstores) at https://bookshop.org/shop/marissameyer

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Join Victoria and me as we discuss the final book in Neal Shusterman's Arc of A Scythe trilogy.

In The Toll, we find out what happens with all of our favorite characters, and those we don't like so much; Rowan/Citra, Faraday/Munira, Goddard/Rand, and Grayson. We are also introduced to some new characters.

Unlike the first two books, Victoria and I had many elements of The Toll we did not like. So, come along to hear what we liked and what we didn't, and how this story ends.

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Website:  Victoriakoops.com

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Join Victoria and me as we dive in for a fun discussion on book two in the Arc of a Scythe trilogy, Thunderhead.

In this book, we join Citra and Rowan as they continue on their separate paths. Citra is now Scythe Anastasia, a Junior Scythe who's youth and new ideas are shaking up the Scythedom. Rowan is on the run as Scythe Lucifer and taking matters into his own hands by gleaning unethical Scythes. A threat is made against the lives of Scythe Anastasia and Scythe Currie and a young boy named Greyson Tolliver steps in to help thwart the threat. Where will Rowan and Citra's paths take them? Who is Greyson Tolliver and why is he so important? And what huge surprises lay in waiting for both Rowan and Citra?

Join us to find out!

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What would the world be like if there was no hunger? No disease. No war or natural disasters? What if humanity had conquered all of those things and even conquered death?
If no one could die, the population would need to be controlled some way...this is the job of a Scythe. They are tasked with controlling the population.

Two young teenagers, Citra and Rowan, have been chosen to be Scythe apprentices. Something neither of them wants to do. Yet, they must master the "art" of taking a life and deal with the consequences of any failures.

Join emerging YA author Victoria Koops and me as we discuss the first book in the inventive Arc of a Scythe trilogy by Neal Shusterman. It's a story like none other...

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Sophie and Frannie kick off <3 Boys Month <3 with some boys who also happen to be Chicago podcast trio, The Statesmen. The Clique Gone Wild!

It's a wild ride as writer Jo Barchi joins us to talk about perhaps the most problematic book in the series so far, "Invasion of the Boy Snatchers." We're really all over the place with this one. 

We've made it! The final episode of the Red Queen series!

What will the outcome of the final battle between Norta and the Lakelands hold? Will all survive or will some be lost to the cause? What will become of Cal and Mare and Maven?

Come along with Valerie, Nikki, and me as we join together to discuss the epic conclusion of Victoria Aveyard's best selling series. You'll enjoy some great insights as well as belly laughs in this episode!


Here is the link to the 5th book I discuss in this episode:
Broken Throne -  A collection of Red Queen short stories


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Come along with me and Valerie as we discuss the heart of the book War Storm; the fourth and final book in Victoria Aveyard's Red Queen series.

We are now in the middle of this fight for power...war has begun...who's cunning plans will be fruitful? Will it be that of Iris and Cenra, Mare and Evangeline, or of Maven? Will close calls and near-death bring Cal and Mare together or push them apart? Listen and find out more as our story continues.

Here is the Novella by Victoria Aveyard I mention in this podcast:
Cruel Crown - This book contains two short stories:
                       1. Queen Song: This story is about Cal's mother, Queen Coriane
                       2. Steel Scars: This story is about Farley

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Come along with me and my friend Nikki as we discuss the first twelve chapters in the fourth and final book in Victoria Aveyard's Red Queen series.

After having her heart broken by Cal, Mare must now pick up the pieces and work with her allies to defeat Maven once and for all. War is coming...who will prevail?


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Come along with me and my friend Valerie as we discuss the third book in Victoria Aveyard's Red Queen series.

Mare is now Maven's prisoner and is trapped by Silent Stone. Cal, Farley, and the Scarlet Guard work to free Mare and devise a plan to attack Corvium, but will they succeed? 


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Join me and my friend Nikki as we discuss the second book in the Red Queen Series by Victoria Aveyard.

In Glass Sword we follow Mare and Cal, along with the Scarlet Guard as they continue their quest to start a rebellion against Maven and Elara and the Silvers of Norta. Mare, Cal, Farley, and Kilorn, travel throughout the kingdom gathering allies and forming an army to fight against Maven and his cruel mother.

++Please excuse the echo you will hear in this episode. We had a technical issue. This is the ONLY episode in which this occurs. The problem has since been corrected.++


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In the spirit of the season, Hannah and Renee discuss National Novel Writing Month (Nanowrimo). We talk pros and cons, our personal history with the event, and how events like Nanowrimo and query competitions fit into the traditional publishing process. 

In this episode, we will begin our journey into the land of Norta as we explore the first book in the Red Queen series by Victoria Aveyard.

Join Valerie and me as we discuss how a young Red slave unknowingly befriends a prince, makes her way into the Silver palace, discovers a power she never knew she had and starts a revolution. It's an exciting story you don't want to miss!

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In this episode, I'll discuss the book Heartless by Marissa Meyer and I'll be joined by Bethanie of the Prince Kai Fan Pod. Join us as we dive in and discover the story of the Queen of Hearts from Alice in Wonderland and how she became the Queen of Hearts.

The first part of the episode is spoiler-free and then you'll hear when I signal our dive into spoiler territory. 

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Welcome to YA Book Chat! Join me as I dive in and explore the world of Young Adult fiction. In this podcast, I'll be joined by friends, authors, and special guests as we discuss our favorite YA books and authors. We'll explore books by authors such as Victoria Aveyard, Holly Black, Neal Shusterman, Suzanne Collins, Veronica Roth, Pierce Brown, Marissa Meyer, and so many more! The first half of the episode will be spoiler-free and then I'll give you a warning before we head into our spoiler zone. 

Have any specific authors and/or books you'd like me to discuss? Send me an email at YABookChat@gmail.com And be sure to check out my podcast on Instagram and Facebook. Just look us up as YA Book Chat! 

Episode 1 will feature special guest Bethanie of the Prince Kai Fan Pod. We'll be discussing the book Heartless by Marissa Meyer. 

Chat soon!

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