Updated May 2008
This is my book blog, obviously. I’ll be posting book reviews and other book-related news, contests, etc. Here’s some general information about the Teen Book Review.
Review Copies:
I will accept review copies of middle grade/ YA books or adult books that will be of an interest to teen readers. I will not accept e-books; however, if your book is only available in that form, you may print it out and send it to me. Email me for my mailing address. Do not leave a comment. Of course, sending me a book does not guarantee a good review, a review in a specific time frame, or a review at all. What it does guarantee is that I will look at your book, read a chapter or two, and when/if it holds my interest enough to read to the end and I have time, I will review it. Also, if you are feeling particularly generous, you can check out my wishlist, which is really just a sampling of the many awesome-looking books I’d love to read.
Also, do not ask me to review picture books. I do not read picture books. At least let me know you’ve read the title of my blog, which is Teen Book Review, not small child book review.
Posting Reviews:
For each review I post here, and for each I post on another website but not here, there is a link at the appropriate page under “Review Lists” (see the sidebar).
Some of my reviews are also found in other places. Quite a few are re-posted on the Internet Book Database. Who knows where they’ll end up? Authors or publishers or whoever is connected to the books I review are also welcome to post the reviews on their own web sites or whatever they want to do with them.
Remember, my reviews are completely subjective. They’re informed opinions, as I read a lot, but they are my opinions. I am not right all the time. Every book has at least one person who likes it. Even if that person is the author who vainly decided to self-publish a crappy book. Not that all self-published books are crappy. But a lot are. Because a traditionally-published book has more than one person who liked it. Generally, at least an editor likes it, but often there is also an agent involved, and other people working at the publishing house.
Author Interviews:
If I’ve read your book and want to do an interview, I’ll let you know and see if you’re willing to answer questions.
Guest Blogs:
I will be posting a guest blog at least once a week. If you are an author, editor, agent, or something related to books and publishing, and want to do a guest blog, email me.
Other Content:
Have you got something else you feel might be of interest to teen readers? A contest going on, perhaps? A new website launched? Whatever it is, send me the info, and, if I feel it’s appropriate, I’ll post it. If you’d like to partner up and do some sort of contest, that would be awesome, too–just let me know.
Any other comments, questions, or concerns? Email me.
August 12, 2007 at 4:46 pm
Hi Teenbookreview,
We have a teen series that you may be interested in reviewing. It’s Urban fiction for teens, no explicit language, or explicit content.
Thanks,
KaShamba
August 13, 2007 at 5:43 am
Just waiting for for an order of books to arrive and then I’m sending one straight over.
In Times of Violence is a hard-edged urban thriller.
I’m sure you’ll love it!
Have a great week.
Karina Kantas
October 19, 2007 at 4:04 pm
Hi TeenBookReview,
Good luck with the Bookathon tomorrow!
February 29, 2008 at 1:27 pm
Hey Jocelyn
We connected on Myspace. I’d love to send you an ARC of my upcoming second novel, The Safety of Secrets(AvonA/HarperCollins May, 13.95). It’s about tow girls who are best friends from first grade in South Louisiana to actresses in their early 30’s in Hollywood, and a secret that they share. it is perfect for teens. My website has more info:www.delaunemichel.com
if you are interested in a review copy, please email me an address and I’ll put one in the mail to you. Thanks for your consideration.
all best
DeLauné
March 6, 2008 at 3:04 pm
Hello
My name is Brandon Ryan, I am the author of The Emotional Struggle. Which is a auto- biography of my life with Cerebral Palsy, my struggle with depression, self worth and suicidal thoughts. It is also a response to my story, and how it also your story as well.
I am very interested in getting my book reviewed by your company, would you be able to request a free review copy from my publishing company? Its very hard for me to get out of the house at times, I could also send you a galley, but I really would like you to be able to hold my book in your hands.
Here is a number to call my publishing company:
1-888-519-5121
http://www.authorhouse.com/bookstore/item~bookid~47454aspx
I look forward to hearing from you soon.
-Brandon
April 29, 2008 at 5:55 pm
Greetings Jocelyn:
I am the author of Choices; a story about five teenage girls facing difficult decisions regarding premarital sex. I’d like to let you know about a contest on my site coming up in May. Anyone who has read my teen novel is eligible to enter, and first prize will be an 8GB iPod Nano! Info concerning the contest won’t be posted until mid-May, but I’d like to invite you and everyone who reads this to stop by http://www.kapribooks.com to find out more about Choices, read an excerpt, a few reviews and even enjoy some music videos.
Sincerely,
Katrina L. Burchett
May 20, 2008 at 12:28 am
Hi,
Looking for a gripping yarn on adventure? Thought no one cared about teenage boys and heroes within them? Try Only The Brave Dare, a new Australian novel aimed specifically at teenage readers.
Imagine a group of Venturer Scouts on a Christmas holiday and they go to explore the hulk of a wrecked submarine. The night before a Russian mother ship drops off a load of heroin around the boat. A group of land based Russian mafia go to retrieve the drugs ready to flood Australian capital cities. They intercept the boys and end up taking them prisoner. The boys are locked up in a convict jail with a lighthouse on top. The most unassuming boy escapes and turns the lighthouse into a weapon against the Russians.
Only the Brave Dare is available through Posidon Books at http://www.poseidonbooks.com/
Christopher J. Holcroft