Spring 2018 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 bi-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 gothic bestseller BLOODSPELL and the IPPY award winning BLOODCRAFT in my witch/vampire series; WATERFELLOCEANBORN, and SEAMONSTER in my twist on mermaids series; THE ALMOST GIRL and THE FALLEN PRINCE in my parallel universe science fiction series; and the Spring 2014 Kids’ Indie Next Pick ALPHA GODDESS and DARK GODDESS in my hindu mythology series. I am also the co-author of the steamy historical romance series: the LORDS OF ESSEX.

If you came here looking for my bonus material, an excerpt from DARK GODDESS, you’ll have to keep hunting!

This hunt, I am a member of the BLUE team!

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 April 8th!

http://www.dreamstime.com/-image16288022Check 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 BLUE TEAM–but there are also a bunch of other fabulous teams 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 BLUE 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 APRIL 8TH, at noon Pacific Time. Entries sent without the correct number or without contact information will not be considered.

ARE YOU GUYS READY?!?!

I am so happy to be hosting MELANIE HOOYENGA and her book, THE TRAIL RULES, for this leg of the YA Scavenger Hunt!

About MELANIE HOOYENGA:

About THE TRAIL RULES:

Find out more information about this exciting book by checking out Melanie’s website!

 

EXCLUSIVE CONTENT

 

And DRUMROLL please…now for Melanie’s exclusive content! Read on for TWO bonus scenes from THE TRAIL RULES!

YAY! This makes me want to do THIRTEEN cartwheels!

To read more about THE TRAIL RULES or for more information, here are Melanie’s social media links: Website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram.

Don’t forget to enter the contest for a chance to win a ton of signed books by me, Melanie, 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 blue and it starts with THIR and ends with TEEN). Add up all the favorite numbers of the authors on the blue 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 signed books (including both books in the award-winning INDIE NEXT ALPHA GODDESS series). Contest is international!

FIRST PRIZE: SIGNED PRIZE PACK INCLUDING HARDCOVERS OF ALPHA GODDESS and DARK GODDESS WITH ANTIQUE CHARMS, A BOOK NECKLACE, AND SWAG. (International).

SECOND PRIZE: YOUR CHOICE OF ANY BOOK FROM THE BOOK DEPOSITORY (up to $15).

***Please note, if your comment doesn’t post in the comments section or you’re getting a certificate/authentication error, please feel free to leave your comment on my Amalie Howard Facebook page!

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CONTINUE THE HUNT

If you’re ready to move on to the next author in the hunt, click here: SHANNON A THOMPSON!

Good luck!

 

 

 

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70 Comments on Spring 2018 YA Scavenger Hunt

  1. Thais Pampado
    April 6, 2018 at 12:33 pm (6 years ago)

    My favorite genre is YA Fantasy 🙂

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  2. TeacherofYA
    April 6, 2018 at 12:01 pm (6 years ago)

    My fave YA genre? FANTASY! And science fiction. My fantasy has to have a love interest of some kind though or else I get bored – but Alpha and Dark Goddess sound right up my alley!
    I missed the Dark Goddess drop at ALAMW but I don’t have Alpha, so this would be awesome! I love YASH!!

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  3. Anika Crayon
    April 6, 2018 at 11:32 am (6 years ago)

    Historical Fantasy is my fav

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  4. Gurlay Garcia
    April 6, 2018 at 3:46 am (6 years ago)

    I like fantasy, paranormal and romance.

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  5. Emma McAndrew
    April 6, 2018 at 1:15 am (6 years ago)

    Ooooooohhhh…tough question! I read a mix of genres; I have a hard time reading just one genre. I usually read a mix of fantasy, dystopian, scifi, and contemporaries.

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  6. Debi
    April 5, 2018 at 11:12 pm (6 years ago)

    I love fantasy and all its subgenres including steampunk, fairytale retellings, shifters, etc.

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  7. Angela
    April 5, 2018 at 7:35 pm (6 years ago)

    Fantasy is my fav YA but I’ve been branching out into contemporary and really enjoying that as well. Fantasy is still my fav though.

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  8. Bethany Fetzer
    April 5, 2018 at 3:46 pm (6 years ago)

    My favorite is urban fantasy!

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  9. Isabel
    April 5, 2018 at 1:22 pm (6 years ago)

    I love what Barnes & Noble calls “YA Paranormal Romance”. I also love YA high fantasy!

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  10. Tanja
    April 5, 2018 at 1:18 pm (6 years ago)

    Fantasy for sure 🙂

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  11. Emily
    April 5, 2018 at 9:42 am (6 years ago)

    I love YA fantasy and contemporary!

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  12. Anna
    April 5, 2018 at 5:46 am (6 years ago)

    I love fantasy 🙂

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  13. Zairah Divino
    April 5, 2018 at 3:30 am (6 years ago)

    Fantasy and contemporary. <3

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  14. Shannon
    April 5, 2018 at 2:36 am (6 years ago)

    My favorite YA genre is fantasy

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  15. honeybeerosewritings
    April 5, 2018 at 1:08 am (6 years ago)

    Favorite….hmmmm…..if I had to choose than I guess it would be urban fantasy.

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  16. Christine
    April 4, 2018 at 11:41 pm (6 years ago)

    My favorite YA genre is xenofiction (talking animals)!

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  17. Kyrie
    April 4, 2018 at 11:34 pm (6 years ago)

    It’s a toss up between historical fiction and fantasy

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  18. Rachel McKay
    April 4, 2018 at 11:03 pm (6 years ago)

    My favorite YA genre is teen fiction and humor.

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  19. Nancy
    April 4, 2018 at 10:58 pm (6 years ago)

    I love any and all supernatural

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  20. Nicole Buchholz
    April 4, 2018 at 8:50 pm (6 years ago)

    Paranormal has became one of my favorite YA genre, but fantasy isn’t that far behind! I love a good book, no matter the genre

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  21. Ashley Poteet
    April 4, 2018 at 7:21 pm (6 years ago)

    YA Paranormal, fantasy

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  22. Ash C.
    April 4, 2018 at 5:25 pm (6 years ago)

    My favorite genre is Historical Fiction!

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  23. Caleigh
    April 4, 2018 at 5:23 pm (6 years ago)

    I absolutely love action/adventure and sci-fo/fantasy

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  24. Vickie
    April 4, 2018 at 5:18 pm (6 years ago)

    Fantasy all the way!

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  25. Melissa Adams-Hunt
    April 4, 2018 at 5:12 pm (6 years ago)

    I love dystopian and fantasy YA 🙂

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  26. Vivian Gooding
    April 4, 2018 at 5:08 pm (6 years ago)

    YA fantasy gives me life 😉

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  27. Trixie Raymond
    April 4, 2018 at 3:42 pm (6 years ago)

    I read a lot of contemporary so I will say that is my favorite genre.

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  28. Stephanie Wang
    April 4, 2018 at 3:41 pm (6 years ago)

    fantasy or scifi!

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  29. Ryn
    April 4, 2018 at 3:07 pm (6 years ago)

    It’s always been fantasy, but I really like historical fiction and historical fantasy also.

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  30. Lainey Harding
    April 4, 2018 at 2:35 pm (6 years ago)

    Epic fantasy and sci-fi all the way!

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  31. Kimber Jaussi
    April 4, 2018 at 2:32 pm (6 years ago)

    I am all about historical romance!

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  32. _Sandra_
    April 4, 2018 at 2:30 pm (6 years ago)

    It really depends on the mood I’m in at the moment, but mostly I go with fantasy.

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  33. Suz Reads
    April 4, 2018 at 12:51 pm (6 years ago)

    I like YA fantasy and dystopian!

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  34. Amber
    April 4, 2018 at 11:09 am (6 years ago)

    I can’t wait to read your books!

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  35. Alaina Evans
    April 4, 2018 at 9:27 am (6 years ago)

    Fantasy and romance are my favorite YA genres!

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  36. auburnedge
    April 4, 2018 at 8:52 am (6 years ago)

    I love epic fantasy

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  37. Lily M..
    April 3, 2018 at 11:35 pm (6 years ago)

    I read fantasy but I used to dabble in paranormal 🙂

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  38. maybe31
    April 3, 2018 at 10:25 pm (6 years ago)

    I enjoy all type of teenage novels. It depends on how well-written the book is.

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  39. Sherry S.
    April 3, 2018 at 9:18 pm (6 years ago)

    My favorite YA genre is urban fantasy!!

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  40. Natalie
    April 3, 2018 at 8:42 pm (6 years ago)

    Favourite YA genre is HANDS DOWN Fantasy. I absolutely adore it – especially fantasy based on Greek Mythology or Arthurian legend, and if the fantasy has a strong female protagonist I am even more happy! 😀

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  41. Costie
    April 3, 2018 at 7:33 pm (6 years ago)

    I love paranormal romance and thrillers.

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  42. Heidi
    April 3, 2018 at 3:58 pm (6 years ago)

    Your book covers are gorgeous!

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  43. Milena
    April 3, 2018 at 3:18 pm (6 years ago)

    Fantasy and sci-fi are my favorite YA genres.

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  44. vejuryvanessa
    April 3, 2018 at 3:00 pm (6 years ago)

    Not sure if it’s a genre or not, but I prefer YA magical realism or paranormal 🙂

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  45. Marcia Monteiro
    April 3, 2018 at 1:05 pm (6 years ago)

    I love fantasy! 🙂

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