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May 14, 2014 by Karen Jensen, MLS

Cover Reveal: Press Play by Eric Devine

May 14, 2014 by Karen Jensen, MLS   12 comments

Eric Devine is the author of Tap Out and Dare Me. He also wrote two of my favorite posts here at TLT: Show Me How to Live, a reflection on boys and reading and Loud and Clear, a reflection on teaching the book Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson in his classroom. Today, I am honored to be sharing the cover of his most recent book, Press Play, with you. Here is Eric in his own words . . .

I threw a party and want to give you my gifts.

So I finally got to see the awesome, amazing, and intense cover for my next novel, Press Play. And then the Book Buzz 2014 Young Adult edition released, which has the first two chapters in it. I was so excited that I threw a party to celebrate.

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Bethany Crandell came with a signed copy of her novel, Summer on the Short Bus and a swag pack with bookmark and pin.

Shortbus book & swag

A.G. Howard brought an awesome 18×24” Unhinged poster, as well as a Splintered series swag pack.

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 Lisa Ann O’Kane rolled up with an e-copy of her debut, Essence and some sweet swag pins.

Essence. Book imageESSENCE Pins

A. Lynden Rolland rocked the place with a signed copy of her debut, Of Breakable Things and her swag pins and bookmark.

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And then Justin Holley scared us all with his contribution: a signed copy of the horror anthology, Amanda’s Recurring Nightmares, in which his short story, “Wildflower” is featured.

Amanda's Nightmares

We had a blast, and because I’m so thrilled with my cover and the sample chapters, I WANT TO GIVE ALL MY GIFTS AWAY.

So let’s reveal my cover and then you will have a chance to win all that you saw above, as well as a signed copy of Press Play. Awesome, right?

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And for the teaser

Press Play cover teaser

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Press Play cover

Holy-in-your-face-what-is-going-on-with-these-kids-in-this-glitchy-video-image?

Let me explain:

About Press Play:

Does the truth really set you free?

Pound by sweaty pound, Greg Dunsmore’s plan is working. Greg is steadily losing weight while gaining the material he needs to make the documentary that will get him into film school and away from the constant jeers of “Dun the Ton.”

But when Greg captures footage of brutal and bloody hazing by his town’s championship-winning lacrosse team, he knows he has evidence that could damage as much as it could save. And if the harm is to himself and his future, is revealing the truth worth the cost?

With unflinching honesty, author Eric Devine explores the debatable truths and consequences of the choices we make to get through each day intact.

You’re pumped now. I can feel it. Well, if you need a fix, here are the first two chapters. But don’t forget to enter, below, to win the prize pack.

Thanks for stopping by, and happy winning, and even happier reading 🙂

The Giveaway

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About the Author

Eric Devine is the author of multiple works of Young Adult fiction, most recently Dare Me. He is also a veteran high school English teacher, where he spends as much time teaching as he does completing field research for his novels. His work has been listed by YALSA and Booklist for reluctant readers and for Best in Sports. He and his wife have two wonderful daughters and two not-so-wonderful Labradors. Eric’s next novel, Press Play, will be released 10/28, and he is currently working on two novels. Find out more at his blog, his Facebook fan page, or Twitter: @eric_devine

About the Giveaway Authors

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Bethany Crandell writes young adult novels because the feelings that come with life’s “first” times are too good not to relive again and again. She lives in San Diego with her husband, two kiddos (one of whom is differently-abled), and a chocolate lab who has no regard for personal space. She believes that avocados are better than chocolate and that Jake Ryan is going to show up at her door any minute now…. twitter: @bethanycrandell website facebook

A.G. Howard is the author of the Splintered series, a young adult gothic spinoff of Alice in Wonderland. Here are her online haunts: Goodreads FaceBook Pinterest Twitter Tumblr Website

Lisa Ann O’Kane is a young adult author and former vagabond who once camped out in Yosemite National Park for an entire summer, an experience that inspired her debut novel ESSENCE. Her background is in zookeeping and environmental education, and she has been kicked, cornered, bitten and chased by nearly every animal she has ever loved. She currently resides in Florida, and she is now a huge fan of shooting stars, indoor plumbing and keeping both her feet planted firmly on the trail.Find out more: Website Twitter Facebook Instagram Pinterest

A. Lynden Rolland was born and raised in Annapolis, Maryland. She spent much of her childhood compiling dramatic stories of tragic characters in a notebook she still keeps. As a former English teacher, she enjoys visiting classrooms to discuss reading, writing and publishing. When she isn’t writing or chasing her two young children around town, she moonlights as a writing tutor and gymnastics instructor. Of Breakable Things is her first novel.

You can connect with A. Lynden Rolland online through Facebook, Twitter, or Goodreads.

Justin Holley is the author of several scary books and short stories, many of which are published in magazines and anthologies around the world. Outside of writing, Justin likes to spend time with his family, investigate the paranormal, and play volleyball pretty much year round. You can interact with Justin at his website, at Minnesota Ghosts or on Twitter: @Justin_Holley

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About Karen Jensen, MLS

Karen Jensen has been a Teen Services Librarian for almost 30 years. She created TLT in 2011 and is the co-editor of The Whole Library Handbook: Teen Services with Heather Booth (ALA Editions, 2014).

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  1. Janet Welz-Kavanagh says

    May 14, 2014 at 1:22 pm

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  2. Betsy Powell says

    May 14, 2014 at 5:41 pm

    I love Eric Devine's works and I've passed them on to reluctant readers with great results–but have to caution parents about the language since that's a hot spot in our community.

    The best gift in there is, without a doubt, the copy of Press Play.

  3. Tammy says

    May 14, 2014 at 5:48 pm

    Press Play because it sounds intense. It's always interesting to read events through a male POV. I remember reading Winger and thinking guys can be really hard on each other. @tammygeo

  4. Anonymous says

    May 14, 2014 at 5:50 pm

    great giveaway!

  5. Eric Devine says

    May 14, 2014 at 6:09 pm

    Thanks, Betsy. I'm glad my writing is hitting home, and I agree, depending on the audience, address the language 🙂

  6. Eric Devine says

    May 14, 2014 at 6:11 pm

    Tammy, I love Winger, and Grasshopper Jungle, and pretty much everything by Andrew Smith. I hope you enjoy this male-POV, but I also think you'll love, Ella. She's phenomenal.

  7. Elsa Prettol says

    May 14, 2014 at 6:12 pm

    Wow, now THAT's book love! Thank you for sharing all the goodies with us!

  8. Eric Devine says

    May 14, 2014 at 6:12 pm

    Oh, and hey, because the sample chapter download didn't link, here you go: publun.ch/BuzzYA
    They're also on my blog.

  9. Elsa Prettol says

    May 14, 2014 at 6:13 pm

    I'm most excited about “Press Play”, of course! The plot sounds exciting, and I have not had yet the chance to read Eric Devine's work, so this would be the perfect opportunity!

  10. Eric Devine says

    May 14, 2014 at 6:17 pm

    You are making my day, Elsa 🙂 Thanks so much for your interest. I promise you'll enjoy.

  11. Tharini Irini Manolakis says

    May 15, 2014 at 12:34 am

    Hello.
    I am from Brazil and just recently found your stories. The plot of “Press Play” sounds very intense, and I look forward for the moment I can read the rest os the history. (sorry for my broken English)

  12. Bube says

    May 17, 2014 at 3:34 pm

    All prizes are awesome!
    Thank you for the amazing giveaway! 🙂

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