Spells Spotting!

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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 surprises in store for her readers. Can't wait!

Check out Aprilynne's site here: http://apparentlyaprilynne.blogspot.com/
And you can buy Spells and Wings here: http://tinyurl.com/2c25l7v

Comments

  1. Shannon O'DonnellMay 7, 2010 at 10:35 AM

    It sounds awesome!

    I have an award for you today! Have a great weekend. :-)

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  2. HeatherMay 7, 2010 at 10:57 AM

    It really is. I love Aprilynne's style. She keeps you turning pages! Ooo, an award, well I'm on my way over now...

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  3. PortiaMay 7, 2010 at 7:57 PM

    The book looks great! Apryilynne Pike--isn't she speaking at the William Bernhardt conference in Tulsa in June? The cover is absolutely gorgeous!

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  4. HeatherMay 8, 2010 at 9:12 AM

    She is Portia! She'll also be teaching a class on writing young adult. You definitely want to catch that if you can. She is one of the sweetest people I've ever met.

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  5. Julie MusilMay 9, 2010 at 7:52 PM

    They sound great, Heather. And you are a supportive friend!

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  6. HeatherMay 10, 2010 at 8:32 AM

    Aww, thanks Julie!

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  7. Karlene PetittMay 10, 2010 at 7:44 PM

    Thank you for the tip on the books! I will look forward to adding them to my library! Thank YOU!

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  8. CHRISTIEMay 11, 2010 at 9:32 PM

    I loved Wings! I’m looking forward to reading Spells soon.

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