LA Times Festival of Books!!

Chicago!!

Hey Everyone-

Just back from the RT convention in Chicago, and boy was it fun! I got to catch up with tons of amazing authors, such as:

Amy Plum, Josephine Angelini, me, & Melissa de la Cruz

Rachel Caine, me, Margie Stohl

me, Melissa de la Cruz, Ally Carter

Margie Stohl, me, Melissa de la Cruz

Margie Stohl (she rides in style!)

But the best part of all was meeting so many of YOU at this year's Teen Day Event, which was totally off-the-hook amazing!! Thanks to all of you who came out! I had so much fun talking with all of you and signing your copies of the RILEY BLOOM books THE IMMORTALS series, my stand alone books, and the super cool FATED posters I was giving away!

And, speaking of THE IMMORTALS, between the gorgeous red tulips on Michigan Avenue . . .

. . .and the sign for Damen Avenue on the way to O'hare airport . . .

(My husband was born on this street, and the name served as the inspiration for Damen Auguste!)

. . .it seemed like there were reminders of Damen & Ever practically everywhere I looked!

But, as much as I miss those characters, I'm equally excited about Dace & Daire, who you'll get to meet in FATED when it hits stores on 05.22.12!

You can read more about the world of THE SOUL SEEKERS by visiting my website, and/or "liking" the Facebook page where you'll have access to a free e-book exclusive containing selected scenes, and an exclusive short story where Ever Bloom & Damen Auguste meet Daire Santos!

Oh, and those who pre-order are eligible to win a pair of super-cool SOUL SEEKERS inspired feather earrings! Details Here!

Though weeks before FATED hits the stores, WHISPER, book 4 in the RILEY BLOOM series, will be released on 04.24.12!

As most of you know, Riley Bloom holds a special place in my heart, which is why I had so much fun writing her latest adventure in WHISPER!

Early reviews are starting to trickle in, like this one from Book Hounds that says:

“Absolutely loved it . . .The word whisper plays an important role in this story, where Riley again outwits the souls she is entrusted to help cross over. The world of ancient Rome is seductively described by Noel and you really feel like you are in the Coliseum cheering on the gladiators. . .I so enjoy Riley's adventures. This is safe for the youngest of teens and is a series that even the most reluctant of readers will get into. I know since I have recommended this series to several kids who say they hate to read but ask me when the next book will be out!” –Bookhounds

This weekend, I'm scheduled to appear at the LA Times Festival of Books held on the USC campus in Los Angeles, CA--and I'm told early copies of WHISPER will be on hand for me to sign! So be sure to drop by my panel on Sunday, April 22, at 10:30 AM, on the YA stage--to clinch your copy before it hits stores--the book signing will directly follow!

Panel: In the Middle: Tweenage Fantasy

Alyson Noël, Cornelia Funke, John Stephens

Moderated by: Aaron Hartzler

In the meantime, you can read more about WHISPER and check out the trailer HERE!

That's all for now--have a great day!

Alyson

xoxo

WHISPER Trailer!!

Hey Everyone!

The 4th Riley Bloom book, WHISPER, will be in stores 04.24.12, and I have to say it was an absolute blast to write! You know how Riley has always dreamed of being a beautiful, glamorous teen (just like her big sister, Ever)?? Well, in WHISPER, Riley's biggest dream comes true . . .

or does it???

For a sneak peek--check out the trailer below!!

Enjoy!

Alyson

xoxo

PS- I'm in Chicago today at the Hyatt O'hare taking part in the RT Convention Teen Day Festivities--hope to see you there!!

Thank YOU!!

Thank YOU for putting EVERLASTING on the New York Times Bestsellers list for another week!

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That's 8 New York Times bestsellers in 2 years--

(6 IMMORTALS Books + 2 RILEY BLOOM books)--

Thanks to YOU!

JUSTINE Magazine!!!

Hey Everyone,

Just wanted to let you know about a really nice interview I did for this month's JUSTINE magazine- where I talk about missing Ever & Damen, what RIley and I share in common, and more!

Danish bookstore with amazing EVERMORE display!

Also, wanted to give a quick shout out to my Danish readers, asying THANK YOU for putting the EVERMORE paperback on the bestsellers list--you guys are The Best!!

And, to my Brazilian readers: THANK YOU for all of your lovely support for RADIANTE (RADIANCE)--and for making it a trending topic on Brazilian Twitter!! Can't wait to meet all of you in Sept!

That's all for now--hope you're all gearing up for a nice, long, holiday weekend!!

Alyson

xoxo

More RADIANCE Goodness!!

Okay, so as of today, it's officially 2 weeks until RADIANCE, book 1 in THE IMMORTALS spin-off series, hits the stores (where did last week go, anyway??) and I have to admit, I'm starting to get pretty dang excited about it!

More reviews are coming in all the time, like this one from Publisher's Weekly that says:

“Riley, who appeared in ghost form to her older sister, Ever, in Noël's bestselling Evermore, takes center stage in this middle-grade spinoff, first in a planned series. . .her wit, attitude, and maturation should have readers gladly following her into the second installment.”--Publisher’s Weekly

And then this one from Bookwormygirl:

“I loved this book! . . .Ms. Noel's writing is fluid and flawless. She truly captures the thoughts of a 12 year old girl - I loved her inner monologues - they brought a smile to my face more than once. This series is going to be a treat not only for the new fans I'm sure Ms. Noel will acquire in young tweens, but I can guarantee it will be an instant hit with her YA and adult fan base. Loved it.”--Bookwormygirl

And then there's all this one from IB Book Blogging:

“Radiance is the first book in a spin-off of the immortals series. Although I enjoy the immortals series, I have to admit that I was a little skeptical starting out with this book, as I thought Riley's voice would be too young for me. Boy, was I sure proved wrong by little miss Riley! I absolutely loved her voice and her inner monologue. . . Overall, this was a light, fun read and I would recommend it to any tweens and young teens that love paranormal books! I am eagerly anticipating the next Riley book and I hope it will be just as good as Radiance.”-5 Stars—IB Book Blogging

And this is what Kirkus had to say:

“A tale for lovers of the genre . . . For those preteens who like a mild supernatural adventure with romantic overtones, you go, ghost.” —Kirkus Reviews

And so, yeah, did I mention how excited I am?

Even though I'm not a mom (though I am an aunt to many!), I still liken it to sending a kid out into the world for their first day of school. Which, following that logic would make RADIANCE, technically speaking anyway, child number 12!

I mean, you'd think by the time you get to the 12th one you'd become so blase you might even forget to arrange for the carpool or to pack a nutritious lunch, but Riley is special to me. She is one of my most favorite (see, good thing I'm not a mom, I pick favorites!) characters to write, and I guess that's why I'm so excited to send her off into the world--to give her a chance to go out on her own and tell her own story!

And yes, I know I keep showing you this video over and over again, and if you've already seen it, then I'll just say it hasn't changed, it's very much exactly the same as the last time you viewed it, but still, I'm going to embed it here anyway, because I just so happen to really, really like it, so here goes. You are under no obligation to click play. Riley would very much like it (and you!) if you clicked play, but she will bear you no ill will if you don't--though, again, doing so will make her very, very happy.

Just saying.

Okay, that's all for now--back to (still!) UNTITLED IMMORTALS #6!!

Have a great day, everyone!

Alyson

:)

RADIANCE!!!!

I'm so excited to present the RADIANCE book trailer--enjoy!!

Imagine

(blog title courtesy of John Lennon)

Hey Everyone-

Wow, I can hardly believe almost a week has passed since my last blog entry, but the truth is there's a very good chance this could happen again as I'm careening toward the deadline for NIGHT STAR (formerly known as Untitled Immortals Book #5), which makes for such crazy-making times that the normal, daily activities like eating & showering are reduced to two more annoying items on the "To Do" list, while blogging definitely takes a back seat.

Though before I jump back into the world of Ever & Damen, I thought I'd take this rare moment of procrastination free time to catch you up on a few "newsy" type things:

1. RADIANCE: I just learned that foreign rights to Riley's series, beginning with RADIANCE, have sold to both France & the UK!!! I am very, very excited about this!

2. KISSES FROM HELL- an anthology: will be in stores September 1, 2010, and I'm thrilled to be included along with such amazing authors Kelley Armstrong, Francesca Lia Block, Kristin Cast, & Richelle Mead. I had a blast writing my story, a gothic romance titled, BRING ME TO LIFE, and I really hope you enjoy it too!

3. The Smart Girls Kick it Tour: Big things happening on the tour front- we've got the Smart Girls Facebook page HERE & The Smart Girls Twitter feed HERE

And a whole line up of awesome authors and exciting cities lined up!

The tour is set to begin mid-September, so stay tuned for more details coming soon . . .

4. And in case you missed it last time, the release of DARK FLAME has moved up to:

June 22, 2010!!

While RADIANCE will be in stores on:

August 31, 2010!!

5. And . . . well, there's actually more to share . . . and as soon as I get the okay, I will . . .

:)

That's it for now-- Happy President's Day everyone!

RADIANCE!!!!

Book 1 in The Immortals spin-off series featuring Riley Bloom

(and Buttercup!)!

On sale 08.31.10!!!

Read the summary HERE!

Build Me Up Buttercup

(Blog title courtesy of The Foundations)

So yesterday I was working on Riley Book Number 1 (no title yet, so that's what I'm calling it until further notice!) and I was writing this scene with Buttercup (her yellow lab) and at that moment I wanted a yellow lab of my own so bad I can't even tell you. It was just like writing about Italy when I've been chained (figuratively speaking!) to my desk for weeks on end, or describing food in a scene when my last meal was hours ago--that sort of salivating feeling filled with so much, well, wantingness! Then just after I hit my word count, I headed over to some friend's house for dinner and there on the couch was their yellow lab who was so incredibly sweet and well behaved, well, it seemed like a sign . . .

But well before I make the transition from fictional dog owner to real dog owner, I'm giving away five signed copies of SHADOWLAND, (in stores November 17th!), and answering your questions in a podcast interview over at Free Book Friday Teens, just click HERE! for your chance to listen and win!

Okay, back to Riley's adventures for me . . . have a fun weekend everyone!

A

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