BLACKLIST-book 2 in The Beautiful Idols series- in stores 04.04.17!

Hey Everyone!

The moment I’ve been waiting for is almost here! The release of BLACKLIST (Book #2 in the Beautiful Idols Series) happens on April 4 and I can’t wait to share it with you! 

BLACKLIST – IN STORES APRIL 4, NOW AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER!

Layla Harrison, Aster Amirpour, and Tommy Phillips always dreamed of the ultimate celebrity lifestyle. But Layla, Aster, and Tommy never imagined it would come with a cost—the involvement in the disappearance of Madison Brooks; a story that’s blinded the world like a starlet dazzled by paparazzi flashbulbs.

Now, Layla is receiving mysterious messages from an anonymous source, Aster faces a looming murder trial, and Tommy is retracing his steps as the last person who Madison saw alive.

You can dig up dirt about celebrities that the tabloids miss if you search long enough. But when Layla, Aster, and Tommy team up with an unsuspecting insider to unearth the truth, they will find that some secrets are best kept in the grave.

Click to pre-order HERE!

UPCOMING BOOK SIGNING
Sunday, April 23, 3:30-4:30 PM

LA Times Festival of Books
USC Campus, YA Stage
Panel: LA Stories
With: Sherri L Smith, Margaret Stohl, Alyson Noël
Moderator: Aaron Hartzler
Signing to follow!

UNRIVALED NOW AVAILABLE IN PAPERBACK!

New York Times Bestseller!

And, in case you missed Unrivaled, Book #1 in the Beautiful Idols Series, there’s still time to get caught up before Book #2 releases on April 4! Unrivaled is now available in paperback, as well as hardcover and eBook – just click HERE to order your copy.

PRAISE FOR THE BEAUTIFUL IDOLS SERIES

"Noel cycles among the stories of Layla, Tommy, Aster, and Madison in a gossipy, third-person narrative that makes for addictive reading ..." -- Publisher's Weekly

"Noël aims for the celebrity-hungry chick-lit crowd and scores...Chick-lit gold." -Kirkus

Like its predecessor, this is tailor-made for readers interested in getting lost in the glitzy, sexy world of Hollywood stars. Best-selling Nöel won’t stay on shelves long, and another cliff-hanger ending means that those hanging on to find out the truth about Madison’s disappearance should fasten their seatbelts: this ride isn’t remotely over.- Booklist

"What do you get when you mix highly attractive teenagers, dreams of fame, secrets, lies, and a nightclub promotions contest? You get a page-turner reminiscent of reality TV: an addictive combination of Survivor and The Apprentice, set in L.A....This is a suspenseful, scandalous, and consumable novel that is sure to gain instant fandom and leave readers eagerly awaiting the next installment. VERDICT: A must-have selection for older teens."
   —School Library Journal

This second installment picks up where the first volume left off and reveals the vulnerabilities of the characters either loved or loathed in Unrivaled. Whereas the previous entry reveled in the excess and dog-eat-dog world inhabited by the teens, in Blacklist the setting is the background for a good old-fashioned whodunit. The scandalous, gossipy tone of the first book is underscored as the teens grapple with the underbelly of fame, notoriety, and the realization that nothing is as it seems. Like its predecessor, this is a suspenseful page-turner that is teasingly addictive; it works as a stand-alone entry in the series and as a worthwhile sequel.–Tamela Chambers, Chicago Public Schools

"Not all of LA's beautiful people lead beautiful lives. Alyson Noël shows us with the details of an observant insider what they're really up to, late into the night. Like a good celebrity, Unrivaled is mysterious and compelling and so gorgeous you won't be able to look away."
   —Cecily von Ziegesar, author of the Gossip Girl series

"This glitzy, suspenseful, shamelessly addictive read offers an all access pass to the glimmering world of Hollywood celebrity, where fame is a game, dark secrets are currency, and love doesn't come without a high price."
   —Margaret Stohl, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Beautiful Creatures

"Unrivaled will have you hooked from the very first page. Everything from the glitzy setting to the suspenseful plot is pure gold."
   —Jamie McGuire, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Beautiful Disaster

"If you love Pretty Little Liars, you'll love this sexy teen drama set against the backdrop of the glamorous LA club scene—where every choice poses a threat and nothing is what is seems."
   —Kami Garcia, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Beautiful Creatures and author of Unbreakable

"Unrivaled is addictive! With a killer cliffhanger and twists around every corner, I couldn't stop reading this novel. Now I'm impatiently waiting for the second book in the Beautiful Idols series."
   —Anna Todd, bestselling author of the After series

And, as always, I want to give a BIG SPARKLY THANK YOU to all of my amazing readers! 

I feel incredibly blessed that I get to create these stories for a living. I've wanted to be a writer since I was 12, but this journey has surpassed even my wildest dreams!

So, in the midst of all my excitement about the BLACKLIST release, I want to take a moment to thank those of you who've been supporting me for years--I truly couldn't have done it without you! And also to welcome those who are just now discovering my books--I look forward to getting to know you, and hope you enjoy the books!

So much exciting stuff lining up between now through release day and beyond, so be sure to check in with me on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for all the latest!

Xoxo,

Alyson

Letter to Hollywood for FIVE DAYS OF FAMOUS

Hey Everyone-

My newest middle grade, FIVE DAYS OF FAMOUS was released last week. Though I've been thrilled with the early reviews, one just crossed my desk that really made my day.

It's from The Reading Nook, and the reviewer wrote a letter to Hollywood explain why FIVE DAYS OF FAMOUS should be made into a movie. (I must say, she makes a compelling case!) :)

It's been a long held dream of mine to see one of my books adapted for the big or small screen, and while I've had 16 books optioned by Hollywood (11 of those are still currently under option and in various stages of pre-production) it hasn't quite happened yet.

FIVE DAYS OF FAMOUS has not yet been optioned, but with this new review/letter you never know, right? At the very least, an author can dream!

Here's an excerpt from the review:


"...I know that superhero movies are all the rage right now – and trust me, I will never tire of Captain America – but Noël’s story is a much-needed one, providing an introspective look at the uncertainty that young tweens go through, when they’re trying to balance innate drive and the desire to be liked.
 
Nick’s journey, as he goes from questioning the merits of his actual life, to the wish-fulfilled pop star life are funny and eye-opening, as he learns about personal relationships, and what he wants and doesn’t want from life. Noël has some genuinely spectacular dialogue detailing Nick’s transformation, which would sound amazing verbalized out loud. Ultimately, his growth will help readers reexamine their own lives too. Don't you want to see this type of compelling story on the screen?"--The Reading Nook


You can read the full review online HERE.

FIVE DAYS OF FAMOUS takes place over Christmas, and would make a perfect gift for the young person (or young at heart person!) in your life!

To learn more about FIVE DAYS OF FAMOUS visit my website HERE

Wishing you all a warm and wonderful holiday!

xoxo

Alyson

BEAUTIFUL IDOLS Makeover!

Those of you who know me know I love a good makeover (HGTV is my permanent happy place!), which is why I was both curious and excited when my publisher told me they were planning to refresh the BEAUTIFUL IDOLS covers, beginning with the UNRIVALED paperback release on 01.31.17, followed by book 2, BLACKLIST on 04.04.17. 

While I love the clean, spare look of the original UNRIVALED cover, I do think the new look gives a better idea of what the series is about. The photos were taken by a popular Instagram photographer who often uses LA as a backdrop, and I think he really captures the spirit of the characters and the world I write about. 

Can't wait to see what they come up with for INFAMOUS, the final book, which I'm working on now!

But until then... here they are!

xoxo,

Alyson

UNRIVALED by Alyson Noël Official Book Trailer

So excited to share the US version of the UNRIVALED trailer!

Book 1 in a sexy suspense series about how our most desperate dreams can become our darkest nightmares.

In stores 05.10.16.

LA Times Festival of Books (LATFoB!)!

Hey Everyone-

Just a reminder that I'll be at the LA Times Festival of Books this Sunday signing early copies of UNRIVALED and taking part on the "Suspense in Series" panel alongside awesome YA writers, Ally Carter, Maggie Hall, and Tarun Shauker, with Maurene Goo moderating.

If you're in the area, please stop by and say hello!

Details are:

Sunday, April 10

LA Times Festival of Books

USC campus, Los Angeles, California

1:00 - 2:00 PM

Panel—Young Adult Fiction: Suspense in Series

Co-Panelists: Ally Carter, Maggie Hall, Tarun Shanker, Moderator Maurene Goo

Location: Seely G. Mudd 123

2:00 PM

Panel Signing

3:00 - 3:45 PM 

Harper Collins Booth Signing

Location: Harper Collins Booth #713 

xoxo

Alyson

Are You on the List?!

So, it's been  a while since I consistently posted on this blog, but with the launch of my new trilogy, Beautiful Idols, set to debut with the first book, UNRIVALED, on May 10, I'm hoping to swing by more often.

If you're thinking it seems like forever since my last book release, well, you're right. After writing 21 novels, contributing to 3 anthologies, and going on countless book tours spanning 5 continents over the course of 8 years, I was pretty exhausted, a little burned out, and decided to take a much needed break.  During that time I traveled, reconnected with family and friends, and refilled the well, as they say. And now, 2.5 years later, I'm thrilled to announce that UNRIVALED is set for a simultaneous global release in 17 languages and 200 countries- on May 10!!

UNRIVALED is the first book in the Beautiful Idols series. With mystery, suspense, and an insiders-only look at Los Angeles that echoes Gossip Girl’s racy and real New York, fans of Pretty Little Liars and readers who crave pulse-pounding romance will love Unrivaled.



Here's a sneak peek at the world of UNRIVALED:

Everyone wants to be someone.

Layla Harrison wants to leave her beach-bum days for digs behind a reporter’s desk. Aster Amirpour wants to scream at the next casting director who tells her “we need ethnic but not your kind of ethnic.” Tommy Phillips dreams of buying a twelve-string guitar and using it to shred his way back into his famous absentee dad’s life.

But Madison Brooks took destiny and made it her bitch a long time ago.

She’s Hollywood’s hottest starlet, and the things she did to become the name on everyone’s lips are merely a stain on the pavement, ground beneath her Louboutin heel.

That is, until Layla, Aster, and Tommy find themselves with a VIP invite to the glamorous and gritty world of Los Angeles’s nightlife and lured into a high-stakes competition where Madison Brooks is the target. Just as their hopes begin to gleam like stars through the California smog, Madison Brooks goes missing. . . . And all of their hopes are blacked out in the haze of their lies.

Unrivaled is #1 New York Times bestselling author Alyson Noël’s first book in a thrilling suspense trilogy about how our most desperate dreams can become our darkest nightmares.

Praise for UNRIVALED

“Like a good celebrity, Unrivaled is mysterious and compelling and so gorgeous you won’t be able to look away.”— Cecily von Ziegesar, author of the Gossip Girl series

“A glitzy, suspenseful, shamelessly addictive read.” — Margaret Stohl, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Beautiful Creatures

“If you love Pretty Little Liars, you’ll love this sexy teen drama where every choice poses a threat and nothing is what it seems.”— Kami Garcia, #1 New York Times bestselling author

of Beautiful Creatures and Unbreakable

“Unrivaled will have you hooked from the very first page. Pure gold.”—Jamie McGuire, #1 New York Timesbestselling author of Beautiful Disaster

“Unrivaled reveals the dark, grittier side of fame and leaves the reader caught in a web of suspense and lies.”—#1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout

"Pulling back the curtain on Hollywood's nightclub scene, Alyson Noel's Unrivaled has it all-glamour, passion, scandal, and even a missing starlet. This book is exactly what YA needs. More please!" 

- Kimberly Derting, author of the Body Finders series

"UNRIVALED is addictive! With a killer cliffhanger and twists around every corner, I couldn't stop reading this novel. Now I'm impatiently waiting for the second book in the Beautiful Idols series." --Anna Todd, bestselling author of the After series 

"Noel cycles among the stories of Layla, Tommy, Aster, and Madison in a gossipy, third-person narrative that makes for addictive reading ..." - Publisher's Weekly

"Noël aims for the celebrity-hungry chick-lit crowd and scores...Chick-lit gold." - Kirkus

If you're in the LA area, I'll be singing early copies of UNRIVALED at  the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books as well as Yallwest in April- details coming soon! 

And I'm thrilled to announce that pre-orders are now available at the following locations:

Amazon

Barnes & Noble

Books-A-Million

IdieBound 

I always say I have The Best Readers Ever (because it's true!) and I want to thank you for all of your amazing support through the years! I'm having so much fun writing this new series and I hope you enjoy reading it too!

See you soon, but for now wishing you much Peace * Joy* Love!

Alyson Noel