Fall 2016 YA Scavenger Hunt
Welcome to the awesomesauce book circus that is the YA Scavenger Hunt! For those new to the fun-fest that is YASH, this tri-annual event was first organized by the fabulous Colleen Houck as a way to give readers a chance to gain access to bonus material from their favorite authors … and a chance to win some awesome prizes!
So for those of you who don’t know me, I’m the author of several books, including the #1 Amazon best-seller BLOODSPELL; The AQUARATHI Series from Harlequin Teen – WATERFELL, OCEANBORN, and SEAMONSTER; as well as THE ALMOST GIRL, THE FALLEN PRINCE, and the Spring 2014 Kids’ Indie Next Pick ALPHA GODDESS from Sky Pony Press.
If you came here looking for my bonus material, a character inspiration post for THE FALLEN PRINCE, you’ll have to keep hunting!
At this hunt, you not only get access to exclusive content from each author, you also get a clue for the hunt. Add up the clues, and you can enter for our prize–one lucky winner will receive one signed book from each author on the hunt in my team! But play fast: this contest (and all the bonus material) will only be online until noon PST on Sunday October 9th!
Check out the YA Scavenger Hunt page to find out all about the hunt. There are SIX contests going on simultaneously, and you can enter one or all! I am a part of the RED TEAM–but there are also a bunch of other fabulous teams (BLUE, GOLD, GREEN, ORANGE & PURPLE teams–each with 20 authors) for a chance to win a whole different set of signed books!
If you’d like to find out more about the hunt, see links to all the authors participating, and see the full list of prizes up for grabs, OR IF YOU ARE STUCK, go to the YA Scavenger Hunt homepage.
SCAVENGER HUNT PUZZLE
Directions: In my post, you’ll notice that I’ve hidden my favorite number in RED somewhere. Collect the favorite numbers of all the authors on each team, and then add them up.
Entry Form: Once you’ve added up all the numbers, make sure you fill out the form here to officially qualify for the grand prize. Only entries that have the correct number will qualify.
Rules: Open internationally, anyone below the age of 18 should have a parent or guardian’s permission to enter. To be eligible for the grand prize, you must submit the completed entry form by OCTOBER 9TH, at noon Pacific Time. Entries sent without the correct number or without contact information will not be considered.
ARE YOU GUYS READY?!?!
I am super-thrilled to be hosting the lovely Kristen Lippert-Martin and her AMAZING sequel to TABULA RASA, INCOGNITA, which *just released* this week, for this leg of the YA Scavenger Hunt!
About Kristen:
Kristen Lippert-Martin received her MFA from Columbia University. Her debut YA novel, Tabula Rasa (Egmont USA/Lerner Books), was published in September, 2014. It was an IndieNext pick and a finalist for Best Young Adult Novel, given by ITW (International Thriller Writers). The sequel, Incognita, comes out October 1, 2016, from Carolrhoda Lab. She lives with her family in Arlington, VA.
In the wake of an experimental procedure that almost wiped out her memory forever, Angel has a chance for a fresh start. She’s recovered most of her memories, rebuilt her physical strength, and reunited with her boyfriend, Thomas. But her Velocius abilities—capacities for superhuman mental power—linger in her brain and put her life in jeopardy. And just when Angel is starting to feel comfortable with her new life, Thomas is kidnapped. With Thomas’s life and perhaps her own in danger, Angel races to unravel a new layer of the mystery surrounding her past and stay one step ahead of her enemies.
Find out more information about this exciting book by checking out Kristen’s website!
That COVER, amirite? It makes me want to do THIRTEEN cartwheels!
Don’t forget to enter the contest for a chance to win a ton of signed books by me, Kristen Lippert-Martin and more! To enter, you need to know that my favorite number is hidden somewhere in this post (hint: scroll up two lines – it’s in red and it starts with THIR and ends with TEEN). Add up all the favorite numbers of the authors on the red team and you’ll have all the secret code to enter for the grand prize!
While you’re here with me, be sure to enter the personal contest I’m hosting below for a chance to win two books of your choice and free signed books. Contest in international!
FIRST PRIZE: YOUR CHOICE OF ANY TWO BOOKS FROM BOOK DEPOSITORY (up to $30 value).
RUNNER UP PRIZES: ONE OF THREE SIGNED PAPERBACK SETS OF THE CRUENTUS CURSE SERIES WITH ANTIQUE TRIQUETRA CHARM, A BOOKISH NECKLACE, AND SWAG (International). THREE RUNNER UP WINNERS WILL BE CHOSEN (each winner will get two signed books plus charm, necklace, and swag)!
CONTINUE THE HUNT
If you’re ready to move on, click HERE to head over to the next author in the hunt: MADELINE DYER! Good luck!!
linn0499
October 5, 2016 at 12:28 pm (8 years ago)I would like to have the ability to read minds whenever i want and to be able to turn it off if i want to.
I’ve always wanted to be able to read other people’s thoughts most because I’m so curious about everything and everyone.
Stephanie H.
October 5, 2016 at 12:28 pm (8 years ago)I would like my superpower to be a telepathic one. Knowing about what’s in a human’s mind is interesting.
Caitlin
October 5, 2016 at 12:01 pm (8 years ago)I love to learn, so I think being able to absorb information at a super speed, like in The Matrix, would be awesome! Thanks for this opportunity.
Kelsey Miller
October 5, 2016 at 11:13 am (8 years ago)To teleport because it would make traveling and seeing the world easier!!
Schweitzer Justine
October 5, 2016 at 10:54 am (8 years ago)I would choose something like Bella in Twilight, be able to protect the people I love. But of course it would be something more badass than Bella haha
Lysa JP
October 5, 2016 at 10:50 am (8 years ago)I love to be able to generate bubbles from my hand, when I’m inside this bubble it will protect me from elements, acts as a fire bomb and transport me to other time or dimension or move under the sea. That would be great.
Emily Mitchell
October 5, 2016 at 9:56 am (8 years ago)It changes from time to time, but right now I think I’d like to be the Flash and run at top speeds.
Roxanne
October 5, 2016 at 9:44 am (8 years ago)can’t decide between mind to matter and being able to teleport myself
Destiny
October 5, 2016 at 9:36 am (8 years ago)The ability to matter at will.
migsmatsMiggi
October 5, 2016 at 9:17 am (8 years ago)I want to read your books, but it is not locally available hereee.
Tiffany D.
October 5, 2016 at 6:27 am (8 years ago)I would love to be invisible. Being able to go wherever I wanted and do whatever I wanted without being seen would be amazing. Imagine all the good I could do for the world!
Trinity
October 5, 2016 at 3:47 am (8 years ago)I think I’m on board with all the people saying teleportation. Then i could travel and see all the parts of the world I wanted to for free!
Madeleine Bergroth
October 5, 2016 at 2:35 am (8 years ago)The ability to speak to animals because I love animals
Melissa Paschal
October 5, 2016 at 2:17 am (8 years ago)Definitely teleportation so I could travel all over the world without flying or getting stuck in traffic or having to pay tolls! I would love that! Thanks for participating in the hunt!
Stacey Kym
October 5, 2016 at 1:26 am (8 years ago)To read people’s minds. I find that if I was a protagonist, keeping my friends close but my enemies even closer would make for an awesome story! 🙂
PamM
October 4, 2016 at 11:31 pm (8 years ago)I would like to be able to read minds at will.
Bkh Cly
October 4, 2016 at 11:19 pm (8 years ago)I would choose Telekinesis because it includes the following sub-abilities:
Levitation: To lift an object, e.g. raising a pitcher several inches into the air.
Matter Manipulation: Manipulate matter with your mind.
Psionic Speed: To augment the user’s physical speed, e.g. outrunning a speeding vehicle.
Psionic Strength: To augment the user’s physical strength, e.g. punching through a steel wall.
Telekinetic Grip: To grasp an object firmly in place, e.g. keeping the tides from washing a friend away.
Telekinetic Maneuver: To alter an object’s directional course, e.g. changing what number a dice lands on or deflect an opponent attack.
Molecular Manipulation: To manipulate matter and energy at molecular level.
Transmutation: Ability of changing molecules turning anything into most anything else.
Psionic Healing: To heal others with one’s own telekinetic powers.
Telekinetic Surgery: To conduct complex surgery through telekinetic means.
Telekinetic Teleportation: Use telekinesis to teleport themselves or others.
Energy Absorption/Conversion: To absorb and convert energy.
Dimensional Travel: To bend the very fabric of dimensional barriers, allowing travel through wormholes or teleportation-like movement.
Age Shifting: By manipulating the cells through telekinesis, could potentially achieve Immortality.
Telekinetic Regeneration: To regenerate one’s own cells via telekinetic manipulation or gathering telekinetic energy to do so, e.g. using telekinesis to induce molecular/biological manipulation.
Source: http://powerlisting.wikia.com/wiki/Telekinesis
Sabrina Sahler
October 4, 2016 at 11:10 pm (8 years ago)Love the hunt and im happy to be here!
Lauryn
October 4, 2016 at 10:58 pm (8 years ago)For a superpower I would love speed. I find I am late often and having speed will help to better my life.
Isabella
October 4, 2016 at 10:54 pm (8 years ago)I would choose shape shifting because I would be able to use the abilities of many different animals.
Morgan
October 4, 2016 at 10:24 pm (8 years ago)I would love to be able to fly 🙂
Caitlin
October 4, 2016 at 10:02 pm (8 years ago)I would like to have the ability to see into the future. It’s so difficult to decide what to do and to predict what consequences actions may have.
Kassie
October 4, 2016 at 9:40 pm (8 years ago)I would do teleportation. I love to travel and visit family but would much rather get there right away! Thanks for doing a fun giveaway!
Britney Wyatt
October 4, 2016 at 9:36 pm (8 years ago)Oh, I think invisibility. I could hide and read a book.
Leah Heath
October 4, 2016 at 9:20 pm (8 years ago)Teleport. 100% Teleportation. I could be like I need to take my dog outside. Pick her up and, BAM! We’re outside and I put in no effort. YES!
Nicole
October 4, 2016 at 8:59 pm (8 years ago)I would choose to be able to enhance (briefly) the emotions in the people around me. It would be nice to give people who need it a lift of hope or joy 🙂
Cassandra
October 4, 2016 at 8:34 pm (8 years ago)Teleportation! I have a lot of family and friends that live all over the place, and being able to see them in a *snap* would make me so happy!
Jordan (BookBetch)
October 4, 2016 at 8:15 pm (8 years ago)Magic? Is that a superpower. That’s pretty versatile. Or elemental powers!
Bethany
October 4, 2016 at 8:11 pm (8 years ago)Thats such a tough question, but I guess I’d want to have the ability obtain all knowledge and keep it, since then I’d have the abilities to do whatever I can, especially helping people.
Yuliya
October 4, 2016 at 7:58 pm (8 years ago)invisibility
Danielle Potter
October 4, 2016 at 7:37 pm (8 years ago)I would choose the ability to heal and extend life. It would be amazing to relieve people (especially my mother) of their pain and give them the ability to stay with their loved ones for a little while longer.
Kaitlin Gillespie
October 4, 2016 at 7:23 pm (8 years ago)If I could have a superpower it would be telekinesis. I’ve always wanted to move things with my mind!
Kaitlin Gillespie
October 4, 2016 at 7:21 pm (8 years ago)This is my 1st scavenger hunt, I was ONE day late last year!! I hope I win both of the giveaways!
Tonnelle Driesen
October 4, 2016 at 6:49 pm (8 years ago)I would pick the ability to heal,i love to make people feel better.
Trix
October 4, 2016 at 6:31 pm (8 years ago)I always wanted perfect timing, since I’m just slightly off!
shauna
October 4, 2016 at 5:43 pm (8 years ago)Mindreading! or the ability to send out my feelings when I can’t get the words out right.
ashlee saunders
October 4, 2016 at 5:34 pm (8 years ago)i think i would pick control over the elements, i’ve read books with main characters with that power and always envied them =P
Josie Oleson
October 4, 2016 at 5:32 pm (8 years ago)Telekinesis because I really am just that lazy.
Marie Childers
October 4, 2016 at 5:25 pm (8 years ago)Wings with the ability to fly, because Duh.
_Sandra_
October 4, 2016 at 5:14 pm (8 years ago)Teleportation’cause it would allow me to be anywhere I want at any given time. 🙂
Thanks for participating in YASH and for generous giveaway!
Elizabeth
October 4, 2016 at 5:13 pm (8 years ago)I have never participated in this scavenger hunt before. So far I am having fun and discovering new authors along the way.
Miranda Lewis
October 4, 2016 at 5:08 pm (8 years ago)Communicating with animals, I’d love to be able to talk with them.
Mallory Mackie
October 4, 2016 at 5:08 pm (8 years ago)These books seem super cool and interesting!!!
Ruby @ Ruby's Books
October 4, 2016 at 4:17 pm (8 years ago)I’d love to be a shapeshifter, because then I can be either a flying creature when I want, or a mermaid. I’ve always wanted to be a mermaid, so I guess this would be the best superpower ever. Thank you for the chance!
Zainab Jabak
October 4, 2016 at 3:57 pm (8 years ago)Is having magical abilities (Magic) counted as a superpower? Because that would be awesome! You could use your power in multiple ways.
Champagne Millin
October 4, 2016 at 3:54 pm (8 years ago)I believe if given the choice I would choose to have the ability to read thoughts. I suffer as many do from anxiety. It rules my life on a daily basis and I believe that if I could read another persons thoughts that I would then be able to stop second guessing how others view me or if I have wronged them.
Sarah Richards
October 4, 2016 at 3:42 pm (8 years ago)I’d pick the power to of being able to identify truth and lies similar to that of a character in Truthwitch by Susan Dennard. You’d be able to send people who committed a crime to jail so much faster and you’d have an more so easy time at keeping the innocents out of it. And I don’t know I just feel as though it’d make somethings a lot more simpler.
amartinez87
October 4, 2016 at 3:41 pm (8 years ago)I would choose healing. I hate to see people suffering.
kaylie witt
October 4, 2016 at 3:24 pm (8 years ago)I would pick to be able see in the dark. I would pick this because not only could I read in the dark I would also be able to see nocturnal animals in their natural habitat.
Tanya Guthrie
October 4, 2016 at 2:59 pm (8 years ago)I would pick healing touch. My son was diagnosed with Burkitt Lymphoma when he was 6 and Crohn’s disease when he was 7. He has been cancer free for almost 2 years but I met a lot of parents who weren’t as lucky while we were in the hospital.