Book Talk Tuesday: What Books Are Talking to You?

Pick of the Week

So, You Want to Work in Sports? The Ultimate Guide to Exploring the Sports Industry by Joanne Mattern-The fourth installment of the Be What You Want series exposes youth to the many career possibilities in the sports industry.

What books are talking to you this week?

Say Whaaat!? 50 Followers Giveaway

I'm so excited to announce my first blog giveaway!!! Aaaaaaahhh!!!!

Three years ago, I jumped feet first into book blogging. I started Say Whaaat!? to share my love of books with others. It would be a place where fellow book lovers and I could gush, discuss, debate, and recommend books. Although initially overwhelmed by the vast blogosphere, I have found my footing and become more comfortable with each post.  To celebrate, I'm having a giveaway! A $15 Amazon Gift Card is up for grabs upon reaching 50 followers. The contest opens Thursday, February 20 and ends on Thursday, March 20.  If you already follow the blog, you are still eligible to enter the giveaway. 

Review: Stolen Nights (Vampire Queen #2) by Rebecca Maizel

Rebecca Maizel. New York: St, Martin's Griffin, 2013. 304 pp.

Rating: Decent 

**Spoiler Alert: This review contains mild spoilers.**

After surviving the ritual she performed to restore Vicken's humanity, Lenah returns to Wickham's campus. Upon her return, Lenah witnesses a horrendous, yet familiar act. However, before processing the latest scene, Lenah encounters the legendary Aeris. Their visit is most unexpected, but it doesn't compare to the live, very mortal figure of Rhode Lewin. Lost in the moment, Lenah forgets Justin's presence at her side, though she quickly discovers Rhode's reappearance comes at a price. Amid the turmoil, a formidable opponent reveals itself. A foe more powerful than her coven, the aspiring vampire queen Odette.

Book Talk Tuesday: What Books Are Talking to You?

Pick of the Week

The Tyrant's Daughter by J.C. Carleson- The cover promises a compelling tale of a royal Middle Eastern family seeking refuge in the U.S. 

What books are talking to you this week?

Firstborn by Lorie Ann Grover-Official Book Trailer

Firstborn, a YA fantasy novel, by Lorie Ann Grover releases next week on Tuesday, February 11. To celebrate, Grover is hosting a book launch party. As part of the festivities, I posted my birth order story on Grover's Facebook page* and thought I would share it on my blog as well.

Without further adieu: The birth order of Stephanie L. Tullis...