Welcome to the Spring YA Scavenger Hunt!

Welcome to the insane-tastic YA Scavenger Hunt! For those new to the fun-house, 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!

If you came here looking for my bonus material, a sneak-peek teaser from WATERFELL (coming from Harlequin TEEN November 2013), 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 for 72 hours — until noon PST on Sunday April 7th!

Check out the YA Scavenger Hunt page to find out all about the hunt. There are TWO contests going on simultaneously, and you can enter one or all! I am a part of the RED TEAM–but there is also a blue team for a chance to win a whole different set of twenty-five 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, 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 the red 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 7th, at noon Pacific Time. Entries sent without the correct number or without contact information will not be considered.

ARE YOU GUYS READY?!?!

So for those of you who don’t know me, I’m the author of BLOODSPELL, a novel that dabbles in magic and dark romance. I’m also the author of the following forthcoming books–WATERFELL from Harlequin Teen (November 2013), ALPHA GODDESS from Skyhorse Publishing (Winter 2014), and THE ALMOST GIRL from Strange Chemistry (Spring 2014).

I am super-thrilled to be hosting the awesome HEATHER ANASTASIU for this leg of the YA Scavenger Hunt!

About Heather: Heather Anastasiu recently moved to Minneapolis with her family, and when she’s not busy getting lost exploring the new city, she spends most days writing at a café or daydreaming about getting a new tattoo.

Can I just say that I am IN LOVE with Heather’s insanely cool tattoo sleeves? Like I want to take her arms and hoard them for myself, but then I remind myself that she may actually need her arms, you know, for doing important things like writing all of the awesomeness. Speaking of writing, Heather’s featured book on this hunt is called SHUTDOWN, the third installment in the Glitch Trilogy. Check it out below!

Zoe and her fellow Resistance fighters are on the run, having lost their home, their protection, and their leader. They are outnumbered and outmatched by the powerful corporation that controls the world, and the cruel Chancellor is inches away from completing a scheme that would kill most of humanity. Zoe’s only remaining option is to chase the impossible dream of upending the Link system, freeing the world from the hardware that controls their thoughts and emotions, and hope it will trigger a revolution. Full of romance, high-adrenaline action and shocking twists, Shutdown is a heart-pounding conclusion to an exciting sci-fi adventure trilogy for young adults.

Find out more information about this exciting series by checking out Heather’s website or get your very own copies of the first two books in the GLITCH TRILOGY here! SHUTDOWN will be available from St. Martins Press July 2013.

EXCLUSIVE CONTENT

And now for the moment you all have been waiting for … Heather’s exclusive content … a bonus scene from SHUTDOWN!! Well, seek no more. ENJOY!

Hunt over. Exclusive content removed. For more information on Heather’s books, please click the links in this post.

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WHOA! Wasn’t that incredible? Makes you want to read more about these two, doesn’t it? Well, if you’re interested, be sure to click on the links above to Heather’s website to learn more about the GLITCH trilogy.

Don’t forget to enter the contest for a chance to win a ton of signed books by me, Heather Anastasiu, and more! To enter, you need to know that my favorite number is hidden somewhere in this post (hint: scroll up a few paragraphs – it’s in red, it’s the end date of the hunt, and it starts with S and ends with N). 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! Also keep in mind that most of the authors are doing their own giveaways so there are many chances to win something unique and special.

While you’re here with me, be sure to enter the personal contest I’m hosting below. Up for grabs (international) is THE ARCS OF AWESOME GIVEAWAY, which includes ARCs of MIND GAMES by Kiersten White, PARALLEL by Lauren Miller, CREWEL by Gennifer Albin, THE GODDESS INHERITANCE by Aimee Carter, WHEN WE WAKE by Karen Healey, and PIVOT POINT by Kasie West. And just to sweeten the pot, I’ll throw in a signed copy of BLOODSPELL!

CONTINUE THE HUNT

If you’re ready to move on to the next author on the hunt, click HERE to head over to SCOTT TRACEY’S website.

Good luck and have fun!

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April 4, 2013 by admin | 191 Comments

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191 Comments on Welcome to the Spring YA Scavenger Hunt!

Jamie Waggoner
April 5, 2013 at 9:39 am (11 years ago)

I’m excited to read the 3rd book in the Divergent trilogy and The Chaos of the Stars by Kiersten White!
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miki
April 5, 2013 at 9:36 am (11 years ago)

i can’t wait for appolyon by jennifer l armentrout, for elysian fields by suzanne johnson and magic rise by ilona andrews

thank you a lot for the international giveaway!
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Mo-Dou-Fab
April 5, 2013 at 8:58 am (11 years ago)

For me it’s Clockwork Princess by Cassandra Clare, it’s really hard because it’s already out, it’s even on my nightstand… But I’m in exam periode so I can’t read it ! Pure torture !!!
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Chantelle @ Looking for the Panacea
April 5, 2013 at 8:49 am (11 years ago)

Divergent 3 and Sweet Peril are topping my new release list!! Thanks so much for the giveaway 🙂
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Jessica H
April 5, 2013 at 8:37 am (11 years ago)

I honestly will read mostly anything! With the Hobbit having just come out I do want to read that book. I’m very excited about Endure by Keira Class. I have read the other books in that series and loved them. I also love Cassandra Clare’s series so I can’t wait to read whatever she comes out with!
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Sofia Torosian
April 5, 2013 at 8:22 am (11 years ago)

The Fiery Heart by Richelle Mead and so many other!!!!!
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Kelsey-Erin Lloyd
April 5, 2013 at 8:12 am (11 years ago)

Oh, there’s so many books I want to read this year .. Divergent #3, Enders .. too many to name XD
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Alyssa Llanes
April 5, 2013 at 7:37 am (11 years ago)

I cannot wait to read Sweet Peril, The Elite, the last book of Gallagher Girls series and Divergent #3.
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Shannon
April 5, 2013 at 6:59 am (11 years ago)

OMG I want those books… sad my book shelf is nearing the full stage. I better start learning how to build a shelf!
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Celine
April 5, 2013 at 5:49 am (11 years ago)

I was very excited to read Clockwork Princess and although I haven’t read it yet, I absolutely can’t wait! Thank you so much for the giveaway!
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Caya
April 5, 2013 at 5:45 am (11 years ago)

Hello Amalie ! I am very axcited bout Amy Plum’ “If I should die” which come out in may ! Thanks for the giveaway !
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FreakChiq
April 5, 2013 at 5:39 am (11 years ago)

I can’t wait to get my hands on Isla and the Happily Ever After, Walking Disaster, Reboot by Amy Tintera and the new book by Tabitha Suzuma.
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Veronika
April 5, 2013 at 4:57 am (11 years ago)

With All My Soul by Rachel Vincent and Clockwork Princess! Thank you for the giveaway!
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Nara Lee
April 5, 2013 at 4:27 am (11 years ago)

So excited for The Fiery Heart, Sweet Peril, Siege and Storm….so many that I can’t possible mention them all! Thanks for the giveaway!
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ramydul
April 5, 2013 at 3:39 am (11 years ago)

I’m most excited to read Taken and The Elite.
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Megan Ma
April 5, 2013 at 3:27 am (11 years ago)

I am really excited to read Goddess by Josephine Angelini!
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mrsmonnandez
April 5, 2013 at 3:08 am (11 years ago)

Thanks for being part of the YASH! I’m excited to read PAPER VALENTINE by Brenna Yovanoff!
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Cassandra Colten
April 5, 2013 at 2:44 am (11 years ago)

Goddess by Josephine Angelini! 🙂 Thanks for participating in the Hunt!!
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Maliha Khan
April 5, 2013 at 2:40 am (11 years ago)

I can’t wait to read LOTS of books including Origin, A Tale Of Two Centuries, The Eternity Cure etc etc
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Ashfa Anwer
April 5, 2013 at 2:39 am (11 years ago)

I cannot wait to read Dark Triumph and Taken.
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sheriboston
April 5, 2013 at 2:30 am (11 years ago)

There are just too many to list especially with this hunt I’m finding more and more now. Send for reinforcements my TBR list is taking over!! 🙂
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booktrailers4kidsandya
April 5, 2013 at 1:25 am (11 years ago)

Certainly looking forward to Enders but just so many titles I want to read.
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Claire
April 5, 2013 at 12:55 am (11 years ago)

Clockwork Princess I was desperate for! Now that’s out, it’s Fiery Heart! 🙂 Thanks for the chance to win!
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Destiney Rice
April 5, 2013 at 12:51 am (11 years ago)

I’m excited to read many new release books coming out and i want to start some new ones bu tIm most excited about all of the books Jennifer Armentrout has coming out!
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nishka
April 5, 2013 at 12:39 am (11 years ago)

i tink im most excited to read tigers dream 🙂
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colleen hill
April 5, 2013 at 12:26 am (11 years ago)

oh my gosh there’s so many books im excited to read this year! i can wait to finish the hush hush series (im on book #3) and the uglies series, divergent 3 ( I NEED THAT TITLE RELEASE!) and shiver series, im in the midst of reading the casual vacancy, and i want to re-read the hobbit and the hunger games, also i want to read born at midnight and delirium and SO MUCH MORE 😀
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Chyna (@Lite_Rate_Ture)
April 5, 2013 at 12:23 am (11 years ago)

I’m excited for The Elite my Kierra Cass
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Roxy
April 5, 2013 at 12:09 am (11 years ago)

I’m pretty excited to read “Scorch” and “The Dream Thieves”, but I keep discovering new books and authors every minute, it’s making my list soooooo long! This is a freakin’ awesome giveaway, thanks so much!!!
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Ana P.
April 5, 2013 at 12:08 am (11 years ago)

I’m very excited to read Unravel Me by Tahereh Mafi! Plus, Dark Triumph (Grave Mercy #2) and The Bitter Kingdom by Rae Carson when it comes out. 🙂 Can’t wait to read them all! Thank you for the giveaway!!
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Ninja Girl
April 4, 2013 at 11:48 pm (11 years ago)

Awesome giveaway! Mind Games looks SO good!
Ninja Girl
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crashleyrogers
April 4, 2013 at 11:46 pm (11 years ago)

SOO many lol Zom-B City, Inferno, Crushed, Mystic, and more! Thank you so much!
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almendra
April 4, 2013 at 11:40 pm (11 years ago)

thanks for the giveaway …!! i am waiting for divergent 3
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Marius
April 4, 2013 at 11:02 pm (11 years ago)

Hmmm probably Mind Games and Pivot Point
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Penny Pe
April 4, 2013 at 10:55 pm (11 years ago)

OMG, great giveaway! I’m super excited to read the 3rd Divergent, The Goddess Inheritance, The Eternity Cure and many more 😀
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Rabiah
April 4, 2013 at 10:49 pm (11 years ago)

DEFINITELY Siege & Storm by Leigh Bardugo. Loved Shadow and Bone, so I can’t WAIT for the sequel! Thanks for the awesome giveaway 😀
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Jessa
April 4, 2013 at 10:42 pm (11 years ago)

I am insanely excited for Natalie Whipple’s TRANSPARENT, Maggie Stiefvater’s THE DREAM THEIVES, and RELIC.
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Amy
April 4, 2013 at 10:33 pm (11 years ago)

Wow that’s one hell of a giveaway!!!
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Stelina Papagianneli
April 4, 2013 at 10:26 pm (11 years ago)

Umm I think Goddess by Josephine Angelini!! <3
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Carmel (@oo_carmel_oo)
April 4, 2013 at 10:10 pm (11 years ago)

My top 3 books im excited for is Deep Betrayal, The Runaway King, and The Rules! 🙂 Thanks for the giveaway!
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Elizabeth Tardencilla
April 4, 2013 at 10:10 pm (11 years ago)

Divergent 3, Origin, Sentinel…
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G Zimmerman
April 4, 2013 at 10:08 pm (11 years ago)

I am most excited to read Goddess by Josephine Angelini! I read both books prier the days that they came out, and I plan on doing the same for Goddess!!! 🙂
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Brittanie
April 4, 2013 at 10:06 pm (11 years ago)

I’m looking forward to all of Jennifer L. Armentrout and Abbi Glines’ upcoming releases!
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Jesselle
April 4, 2013 at 9:54 pm (11 years ago)

I’m excited to read This Is What Happy Looks Like by Jennifer E. Smith, The Elite by Kiera Cass, Invisibility by Andrea Cremer and David Levithan, Phoenix by Elizabeth Richards, and Divergent 3 by Veronica Roth! 🙂
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Krista
April 4, 2013 at 9:50 pm (11 years ago)

Some I’ve already read, like Lover at Last and Clockwork Princess. I’m also looking forward to Origin by Jennifer L. Armentrout and Sweet Peril by Wendy Higgins.
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rima1166
April 4, 2013 at 9:42 pm (11 years ago)

I’ve actually heard so many great things about Pivot Point, so would love to read that soon! Thanks for the awesome giveaway! 🙂
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Tiffaney
April 4, 2013 at 9:01 pm (11 years ago)

I cannot wait to read Origin and Apollyon by Jennifer Armentrout!!
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Amanda
April 4, 2013 at 8:59 pm (11 years ago)

There are so many but I’d say Siege and Storm!
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Justine
April 4, 2013 at 8:59 pm (11 years ago)

There are so many…(really, I don’t have enough money) The Uprising, the final Divergent Book, The Sacrifice, Fuse, The Isle of Blood…I can go on all night…
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Kathy L.
April 4, 2013 at 8:53 pm (11 years ago)

No Angel by Helen Keeble. I loved her first book Fang Girl so I’m sure to love No Angel.
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Brittany S (@b_ls)
April 4, 2013 at 8:53 pm (11 years ago)

That is a hard question. There are so many good ones coming out!! I would have to say Mary Ting’s next one, Emblaze, Origin, and that’s just a few! Thanks for taking part in the hunt!
Brittany S
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