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Hope(Less) by Melissa Haag
Genre: Young Adult Paranormal Romance
Price: FREE
Gabby’s brain is like a human fish finder. It comes in handy when she wants to avoid people. Especially men.
Ripley says: Your next great werewolf binge-read series.
Soren says: Surprising, gripping, and well-written.
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Never Forgotten by Kelly Risser
Genre: Young Adult Fantasy
Price: FREE
Meara Quinn is about to find out there are worse things than moving to a tiny oceanside town before her senior year.
Ripley says: A sweet YA romance with a paranormal twist.
Soren says: Grabs you from the beginning and does’t let go.
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Opposing Sides by CM Doporto
Genre: New Adult Romance
Price: $0.99
College senior, Lexi, is engaged to the university’s star baseball pitcher, but a certain spark is missing between them.
Ripley says: Sports, romance, and all the feels you need. 
Soren says: Excellent start to this New Adult romance series.
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Immurement by Norma Hinkens
Genre: Young Adult Dystopian
Price: $0.99
When the earth’s core overheats and the sovereign leader vanishes, a young girl becomes the survivors’ only hope.
Ripley says: If you like dystopian, grab this book now.
Soren says: Not a single review under three stars makes this a must read.
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Maris: The Brotherhood Files by Isaiyan Morrison
Genre: New Adult Romance
Price: $0.99
Anastasia. My sire. The only influential figure in my already-fragile life. She did this to me. She caused all this pain.
Ripley says: A dark, gritty, wild vampire ride you don’t want to miss.
Soren says: Not your typical vampire tale. So much better.
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Grey by Christi J. Whitney
Genre: Young Adult Fantasy
Price: $2.99
When Romany gypsies arrive in town, Sebastian discovers there is an age-old feud between them and his family.
Ripley says: A unique premise very well-executed. 
Soren says: A page-turner full with quality world-building.
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In this coming of age Red Moon trilogy, USA Today bestseller Micah Caida turns dystopian young adult fiction on its ear with a breathtakingly fresh science fiction, fantasy story that is as much a thriller as it is a romantic tale.
Time Trap, book 1, is free (ebook) for a limited time!
“Time Trap is amazingly original and unexpected…I loved every second of reading it!” ~~ Alexandra F, 15
“Wonderfully written futuristic time travel story that keeps you begging for more. I’ve never read anything like it. Excellent!” ~~Adam, 28
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Xoe by Sara C Roethle
Genre: Young Adult Fantasy
Price: FREE
Before Xoe can say, “Werewolf,” her best friend’s life is in peril, and Xoe’s world is turned upside-down.
Ripley says: A fun, fast, furious read. Great entertainment. 
Soren says: Excellent cast of paranormal creatures and twists. 
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Starstruck by Brenda Hiatt
Genre: Young Adult Sci-Fi
Price: FREE
Marsha starts feeling strange jolts of electricity whenever the hot new quarterback comes near.
Ripley says: A blend of teen romance and sci-fi that will delight you.
Soren says: Awesome, complete YA series you don’t want to miss.
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Into Shadow by T. D. Shields
Genre: Young Adult Dystopian
Price: $0.99
Now 19, Poppy has served as the First Lady of the North American Alliance since she was only twelve years old.
Ripley says: Great dystopian world-building in this must read.
Soren says: Not a single review under three stars makes this a sure bet.
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The Vessel by Felicia Tatum
Genre: Young Adult Paranormal Romance
Price: $0.99
Scott and Olivia survive a nearly deadly school dance, but the aftermath has everyone looking for answers.
Ripley says: Fantastic second installment amps up the excitement.
Soren says: Felicia Tatum is an author to watch.
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Next To Me by Emily Walker
Genre: New Adult Romance
Price: $2.99
Zane loves Whitney, but she’s a mess in her wild ways, drowning in drugs and one-night stands.
Ripley says: Brand new NA release. Grab it on sale.
Soren says: Be the first to review this new title.
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Heroine’s Journey by G. Miki Hayden
Genre: Young Adult Romance
Price: $4.99
Two girls separated by centuries find common ground in their heroines’ journeys.
Ripley says: Magical, historical, and everything in between.
Soren says: Superb storytelling with spirit and heart. 
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When teens start going missing in Hawaii, a group of demon-hunters must uncover a mystery dating back to the era of the Knights Templar to find them. In the midst of threats and discovery, the hunters find they are not alone when supernatural beings begin to reveal themselves. Can they put their differences aside and work together to solve the Knights Templars’ cipher? As they astral travel to the past, they witness a lot more than they ever bargained for. And some things are better left unseen.
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The Carlswick Treasure by S.L. Beaumont
Genre: Young Adult Mystery
Price: FREE
When Stephanie finds a treasure map hidden by her great-uncle, she sets off on a quest to uncover its mysteries.
Ripley says: Rave reviews for this YA mystery thriller.
Soren says: The second book in a page-turner series.
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Beyond The Eyes by Rebekkah Ford
Genre: Young Adult Paranormal
Price: FREE
Paige knows evil exists in this world. She just never imagined it would want something from her.
Ripley says: Great YA read set in my own back yard, the Pacific Northwest.
Soren says: Grab this one now. You won’t be disappointed.
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The Survivors: Summer by V. L. Dreyer
Genre: New Adult Dystopian Romance
Price: $0.99
Ten years ago, a deadly plague ravaged humanity. There were seven billion souls on our planet; now, there’s just a handful
Ripley says: This series is the next binge read you’ve been waiting for.
Soren says: Excellent complete series set in an apocaplyptic New Zealand.
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Marked by T.L. McDonald
Genre: New Adult Paranormal Romance
Price: $0.99
Marked with a mystical symbol by a dying boy, Hanna Harper is thrust into a world she never imagined existed. 
Ripley says: Has a realistic YA voice and a compelling story line.
Soren says: Not a single review under three stars.
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Old Farmer’s Road by Isaiyan Morrison
Genre: Young Adult Horror
Price: $2.99
Mysterious deaths have plagued the desolate, swamp filled area of Old Farmer’s Road for decades.
Ripley says: Be sure to read this one with all the lights on. 
Soren says: Chillingly haunting and scary. The cover even creeps me out.
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Cry of The Sea by D.G. Driver
Genre: Young Adult Magical Realism
Price: $4.99
After an oil spill, June finds three strange humans washed up on the beach, coated with oil and struggling to breathe.
Ripley says: Thoughtful, with a strong diverse female lead.
Soren says: Touches on issues of the environment through great storytelling.
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Ben just wants time with the scientist’s daughter, but when he’s rooked into competing in a chronothon–an Amazing Race through time–getting the girl means he’ll need to make the finish line. When he finds out this competition is more than just a sprint through history, winning takes a back seat to surviving. To save the people he loves, he’ll have to conquer the real dangers hidden in the shadows of the chronothon.
Either book in the series may be enjoyed independently. In Times Like These is currently FREE on Amazon. Get it next!
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It’s Coming!  Mark your calendars for March 29th-April 3rd because you don’t want to miss your chance to scour the internet for clues, meet fantastic new YA authors, and enter to win up to 180 paperbacks.
This is my first year as a YASH author and I’m so excited to announce I’m on TEAM SILVER with 20 other amazing YA authors. See all the silver team books below, books you could potentially win in the hunt.

So, I bet your wondering how this all works? Well, I’ll tell you. Starting March 29th, when the hunt begins, you’ll get access to exclusive content from each author, as well as a numerical clue for the hunt. Follow the YASH Silver Team author links, add up the clues, and you can enter for our prize–one lucky winner will receive one book from each author on the Silver team! 
And that’s not all. There are 9 different color-coded teams, so you can play each one and enter to win each set of 20 books. But play fast: this contest (and all the exclusive bonus material) will only be online for 72 hours!
So, Be sure to watch the YASH website HERE for upcoming information.

Third Daughter by Susan Kaye Quinn
Genre: Young Adult Romance
Price: FREE
Sneaking out of the palace isn’t one of Aniri’s best ideas, but the Third Daughter of the Queen has to have some fun.
Ripley says: A creative Bollywood style romance with tons of charm.
Soren says: Set in an alternate East Indian with skyships and royal intrigue.
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Citadel of The Sky by Chrysoula Tzavelas
Gerne: Young Adult Fantasy
Price: $0.99
A Dark Lord is rising. But hey, isn’t that what the royal family is for? Kicking butt in nice dresses: a new epic tradition. 
Ripley says: Great cover, great blurb, great book.
Soren says: A compelling tale of magic and madness told skillfully.
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Faelorehn by Jenna Elizabeth Johnson
Genre: Young Adult Paranormal Romance
Price: FREE
Meghan has been strange all her life: her eyes change colors and she sees and hears things no one else does.
Ripley says: Great start to an extensive fairy series.
Soren says: Start the binge read today and dive into this world.
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Polarity in Motion by Brenda Vicars
Genre: Young Adult Contemporary
Price: $0.99
Polarity’s life goes from bad to worse when her history classmates start ogling a nude picture of her on the Internet.
Ripley says: Realistic, layered YA that will give you all the feels.
Soren says: Great concept and good writing make this a sure read.
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The Fragile Line by Alicia Kobishop
Genre: New Adult Romance
Price: $0.99
Chloe thought she’d found the perfect guy. Someone just as detached as she was when it came to relationships.
Ripley says: Part one of a fantastic NA romance serial. 
Soren says: Brand new release you don’t want to miss.
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Seeker by Amy Reece
Genre: Young Adult Paranormal Romance
Price: FREE
Ally Moran has always just known things—things she shouldn’t really be able to know.
Ripley says: Great character development and a gripping story line.
Soren says: Strong YA voice that engages you from the first page.
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The Commons Book 1: The Journeyman by Michael Alan Peck
Genre: Young Adult Fantasy
Price: $4.99
The day of his death, Paul Reid told a lie, and for the rest of his life, he wondered if that was what killed him.
Ripley says: Thoughtful exploration of life, death, and the afterlife. 
Soren says: Uncommonly good and intelligent.
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Celebrating author C.M. McCoy’s interview in People Magazine, featuring her debut YA/Crossover novel, Eerie, with a Kindle 6″ or $50 Gift Card Giveaway.
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Discern by Andrea Pearson
Genre: Young Adult Paranormal
Price: FREE
Nicole is an Arete, a fourth child with magical abilities, yet no matter how hard she tries, she can’t Channel her power.
Ripley says:  Great concept and execution. A must read.
Soren says: The magic of Harry Potter all grown up and gone to college.
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Bound By Duty by Stormy Smith
Genre: Young Adult Fantasy
Price: FREE
Amelia grew up in a world of half-truths. She knows she’s an Elder, but has no idea what that means. 
Ripley says: A extraordinary coming-of-age story you don’t want to miss.
Soren says: A great and magical read set at a community college.
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Charmed And Dangerous by Debbie Herbert
Genre: New Adult Paranormal
Price: $0.99
A young witch, Callie, returns home from exile after a traumatic Ouija board incident six years earlier. 
Ripley says: Love the cover, love the blurb. Such a great premise.
Soren says: Set in Appalachia with southern magic and charm galore. 
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Phantom’s Dance by Lesa Howard
Genre: Young Adult Contemporary
Price: $2.99
Christine’s family uprooted their lives so she could attend the prestigious Rousseau Academy of Dance.
Ripley says:  A wonderful YA retelling of Phantom of the Opera.
Soren says: Haunting and well-told, it will keep you reading.
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Learning To Swim by Annie Cosby
Genre: Young Adult Fantasy
Price: $2.99
The summer before college, Cora uncovers the mystery of a lonely old woman who claims to be a selkie.
Ripley says: Layered, rich story and believable romance. Don’t miss it.
Soren says: Not a single review under four stars makes this a sure read.
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