Author Heather McCorkle

In need of a great read? Here are two adult novels that I highly recommend for you fans of dystopian and paranormal. They both captivated me for their own reasons. The first is MUD: The Third War Chronicles by E.J. Wenstrom. It is a dystopian of a very different, very delectable, flavor. Trapped by his Maker’s command to protect a mysterious box, Adem is forced to kill anyone who tries to steal it. When a young boy chances upon Adem’s temple, he resists temptation, intriguing the golem. As the boy and his sister convince Adem to leave the refuge of his temple, the group lands in a web of trouble. Now Adem will do whatever necessary to keep his new young charges safe, even if it means risking all to get rid of the box. Their saving grace comes in the form of an angel who offers to set Adem free of the box’s magic by granting his greatest desire—making him human. But first, Adem must bring back the angel’s long-dead human love from the Underworld. In doing so, he will risk breakin...

As a book lover, little is more special to me than a book received as a gift. It shows the giver truly knows what I love, and is supporting the industry I work in. In support of my fellow authors, and to help you with your holiday shopping, here is a list of books I would highly reccommed: YA thriller (edgy, think the movie Scream) : Charming by Krystal Wade Adult paranormal (sexy, think the earlier Anita Blake novels) Ever After by Kate Serine Adult paranormal (sexy, think Mercy Thompson books) Weird Girls by Cecy Robson Contemp Romance (sexy firefighters): Flirting With Fire by Kate Meader NA Romance: Pieces of Olivia by Melissa West NA Contemporary (for fans of dance): The Hit List by Nikki Urang Contemp Romance: The Valentine Challenge by Marisa Cleveland Contemp Romance (sexy): Dance With a Millionaire by Casey Crow Paranormal Romance: Ruined by Jus Accardo MG contemp: Pack of Dorks by Beth Vrabel YA Paranormal: Katana by Cole Gibson Holiday roma...

That's right, my blog turns one year old today! I can hardly believe it. Time flies when you're having fun and thanks to all of you I've been having a lot of fun. Since I started this blog I've landed a new agent, my young adult paranormal trilogy has gone on editor submission, and I've finished another book that my agent is now considering. It has been a very busy year, but a wonderful one! Because it's Heather's Odyssey's birthday and all you wonderful followers have made my journey so enjoyable, I'm announcing a mid-year/birthday contest! I've picked some of my favorite books from 2010 (so far). Here's the plan: There is no minimum follower acheivement for the blog requirement or any other catch. At the end of July I shall throw all the entries into the Random List Generator and pick a winner! Just be a follower and leave me a comment letting me know you'd like to be entered into the contest. Here's the really great part, since I...

I was so immersed in my own world~literally as I worked on The First Dragonwatcher ~that I only read one book last month. However, if I had known I'd only be able to read one book I would have absolutely picked this one. Under My Skin by Judith Graves was like a high speed chase, full of excitement and hot guys. It is a young adult paranormal book set in a world that could very well be our own. The main character, Eryn, is spunky without falling into the tired snarky , clique, which is not easy to pull off anymore. Aryn has a rawness to her that makes her feel very genuine and makes you want to cry and celebrate along with her. For those who enjoy a good love triangle there is one in here, only it is understated very nicely so it doesn't dominate the novel. Of course my favorite part was the non-stop action. Because of it I think this book will appeal to both guys and girls in YA. The ending absolutely left me wanting more, in a good way. The ultimate question, would I buy ...

There is little I love more than finding a friend's book on the shelves of a store. I get all tingly and make girly squeeing noises, especially when it's a book I've really been waiting for like this one. Apryilynne Pike's debut novel Wings came out in 2009. It's a rather unique story about a girl who discovers she's a fairy. The catch is, fairies are nothing like she imagined. Wings was a refreshing look at a very old legend and it heralded the return of fairies to literature. If you haven't caught the book that brought the trend back to life run out or click over and buy it now! Then, you can pick up a copy of the sequel Spells and we can chat about them both! Until then I don't want to give anything away. I'll just say that I know you'll love both and will want to buy it for the girls in your life. I'm looking forward to seeing the characters grow and face new challenges in Spells . Knowing Aprilynne, she probably has more than a few...

As a huge supporter of debut authors I wanted to give my readers a taste of what's coming out this year in young adult. Check out these great debuts (click on the author name and title to be taken to their website): Swati Avasthi~ SPLIT a coming of age, releasing in March of 2010 Michele Corriel~ FAIRVIEW FELINES-A NEWSPAPER MYSTERY  July 2010 Leah Cypess~ MISTWOOD  a fantasy releasing in April 2010 Shannon Delany~ 13 TO LIFE  a paranormal releasing in June 2010 Alexandra Diaz~ OF ALL THE STUPID THINGS  Dec. 2010 Bonnie Doerr~ ISLAND STING  thriller releasing January 2010 Janet S. Fox~ FAITHFUL  historical YA releasing in May 2010 Judith Graves~ UNDER MY SKIN  releasing in March 2010 Rhonda Hayter~ THE WITCHY WORRIES OF ABBY ADAMS  April 2010 Jacqueline Houtman~ THE REINVENTION OF EDISON THOMAS  2010 Jennifer R. Hubbard~ THE SECRET YEAR  releasing in 2010 Denise Jaden~ LOSING FAITH  mystery releasing in the f...