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About Sarah Ockler
Sarah is a champion cupcake eater, tea drinker, night person, and bookworm. When she's not writing or reading at home in New York City, Sarah enjoys hugging trees and road-tripping through the country with her husband, Alex.
Visit her website at sarahockler.com or find her on Twitter and Facebook.
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Blog postGuys! I’m thrilled to announce that two of my YA novels, Bittersweet and The Book of Broken Hearts, are now available in eBook format — for the very first time — in the UK, Australia, and lots of other places through Amazon, iBooks, and Kobo!
So many people have emailed me about this over the years, and I’m over the moon that it’s finally official. #scandal and The Summer of Chasing Mermaids will follow in mid-April.
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Blog postI’m so excited to welcome my latest YA novel, THE SUMMER OF CHASING MERMAIDS, to the shelves today!
This marks my sixth novel, which in publishing years kind of makes me an old veteran. Almost six years ago to the date—June 1, 2009—my very first novel was published: Twenty Boy Summer. It really does seem like only yesterday…
*Cue the sappy music*
Okay, I’ll spare you the teary-eyed flashback scene. But in some ways, The Summer of Chasing Mermaids really does mark a ret6 years ago Read more -
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Great news, Kindle readers! The Book of Broken Hearts is a Kindle Big Deal Book from now through March 22, on sale for just $1.99! Perfect for loading up your Kindle for summer reading.
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Blog postGood morning, my loyal readers and long lost friends! I know, I know. It’s not you, it’s totally me. I’ve been hiding out in the writing cave forever. But all that hard work is paying off, because guess what happens today? My latest YA release, #scandal, hits the shelves!
This book is a bit different from my previous novels, which is one reason I had so much fun hiding out and writing it—I loved changing up my style! It’s much more satirical and snarky, with a large and quirky cast of7 years ago Read more -
Blog postGood morning, writers of tall tales, rattlers of cages, sowers of chaos!
It’s been ages since I’ve seen you and/or the sun, but recent conversations with aspiring authors have lured me out of the Cave of Perpetual Caviness to dispel some common myths and set right some bad advice I’ve encountered for YA authors seeking traditional publication.
Don’t let the fact that I’ve been wearing the same uniform (bird pants, Rochester Teen Book Fair 2010 shirt, fleece pullover, none of i7 years ago Read more -
Blog postThe Book of Broken Hearts needs your help!
The Book of Broken Hearts officially hit the shelves on May 21st, which is, like, YAY! But it hasn’t hit all the shelves. Which is, you know, BOO! I’ve been debating whether to blog about this situation, hoping against all odds that it would resolve itself. But it hasn’t, and now that I’ve officially heard from readers who’ve had trouble finding the book at Barnes & Noble, I wanted to let you know what’s going on.
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Blog postThis contest is now closed! The winner is… Jessica! Thanks to all who entered, and stay tuned for new giveaways!
The weekend is almost here, and what better way to spend a weekend than curling up with a good book? Winning a good book, of course! To kick off Friday reads tomorrow, I’m giving away an autographed copy of Emily Hainsworth’s THROUGH TO YOU, an intriguing YA novel about the choices we make and the ones we leave behind.
Summary from Goodreads:
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Blog postHey all! Just a quick note to let you know that despite all evidence to the contrary, I’m still alive, still writing, and still online. I’ve just started using Tumblr at http://sarahockler.tumblr.com and I’d love it if you joined me there. So far, it’s kind of fun! Basically I’m experimenting with different stuff, seeing what sticks.
In other news, THE BOOK OF BROKEN HEARTS will be out in May, and the paperback edition of BITTERSWEET hit the shelves last month. Both books will be avai8 years ago Read more -
Blog postToday I’m thrilled to welcome my YA writing friend and fellow Lighthouse Writers workshopper Jenny Peterson. Jenny’s short story, “Tonight, You’re Mine,” has just released in PROM DATES TO DIE FOR, a new paranormal anthology from Buzz Books, and she’s here to dish about the new collection, writing for teens, and of course… prom!
Describe your real-life prom experience (or lack thereof) with seven random words:
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Blog postIn a new series entitled Y.A. for Grownups, The Atlantic Wire posted an article exploring The Ongoing Problem of Race in YA.
Like the title states, race in YA isn’t a new problem, nor is it going away. When I scan the YA bookshelves—whether my own or the extensive store displays—the issue is clear:
I spy with my little eye something… white.
White authors, white characters, white faces, white girls. The scenario isn’t entirely unlike my high school graduation, but it’s9 years ago Read more
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According to her best friend Frankie, twenty days in ZanzibarBay is the perfect opportunity to have a summer fling, and if they meet one boy every day, there's a pretty good chance Anna will find her first summer romance. Anna lightheartedly agrees to the game, but there's something she hasn't told Frankie---she's already had that kind of romance, and it was with Frankie's older brother, Matt, just before his tragic death one year ago.
Beautifully written and emotionally honest, this is a debut novel that explores what it truly means to love someone and what it means to grieve, and ultimately, how to make the most of every single moment this world has to offer.
The seventeen original stories in Defy the Dark, an eerie, mind-bending YA anthology, could only take place in darkness.
Open the pages and discover: A creepy guy who stares too long. The secrets of the core of the earth. Dreams of other people’s lives. A girl who goes mad in the darkness. Monsters in Bavaria. A generational spaceship where night doesn’t exist. And other mysteries and oddities.
The contributors to the enthralling collection are: Sarah Rees Brennan, Tessa Gratton, Rachel Hawkins, Christine Johnson, Valerie Kemp, Malinda Lo, Myra McEntire, Saundra Mitchell, Sarah Ockler, Jackson Pearce, Aprilynne Pike, Dia Reeves, Beth Revis, Carrie Ryan, Jon Skovron, Courtney Summers, and Kate Espy, winner of the Defy the Dark new author contest.
Things in Delilah Hannaford's life have a tendency to fall apart. She used to be a good student, but she can't seem to keep it together anymore. Her "boyfriend" isn't much of a boyfriend. And her mother refuses to discuss the fight that divided their family eight years ago. Falling apart, it seems, is a Hannaford tradition.
Over a summer of new friendships, unexpected romance, and moments that test the complex bonds between mothers and daughters, Delilah must face her family's painful past. Can even her most shattered relationships be pieced back together again?
An ALA-YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults Book
So when things start looking up and she has another shot at her dreams, Hudson is equal parts hopeful and terrified. Of course, this is also the moment a cute, sweet guy walks into her life—and starts serving up some seriously mixed signals. She’s got a lot on her plate, and for a girl who’s been burned before, risking it all is easier said than done.
It’s time for Hudson to ask herself what she really wants, and how much she’s willing to sacrifice to get it. Because in a place where opportunities are fleeting, she knows this chance may very well be her last....
The youngest of six talented sisters, Elyse d’Abreau was destined for stardom—until a boating accident took everything from her. Now, the most beautiful singer in Tobago can’t sing. She can’t even speak.
Seeking quiet solitude, Elyse accepts a friend’s invitation to Atargatis Cove. Named for the mythical first mermaid, the Oregon seaside town is everything Elyse’s home in the Caribbean isn’t: an ocean too cold for swimming, parties too tame for singing, and people too polite to pry—except for one.
Christian Kane is a notorious playboy—insolent, arrogant, and completely charming. He’s also the only person in Atargatis Cove who doesn’t treat Elyse like a glass statue. He challenges her to express herself, and he admires the way she treats his younger brother, Sebastian, who believes Elyse is the legendary mermaid come to life.
When Christian needs a first mate for the Cove’s high-stakes Pirate Regatta, Elyse reluctantly stows her fear of the sea and climbs aboard. The ocean isn’t the only thing making waves, though—swept up in Christian’s seductive tide and entranced by the Cove’s charms, Elyse begins to wonder if a life of solitude isn’t what she needs. But changing course again means facing her past. It means finding her inner voice. And scariest of all, it means opening her heart to a boy who’s best known for breaking them…
Jude has learned a lot from her older sisters, but the most important thing is this: The Vargas brothers are notorious heartbreakers. She’s seen the tears and disasters that dating a Vargas boy can cause, and she swore an oath—with candles and a contract and everything—to never have anything to do with one.
Now Jude is the only sister still living at home, and she’s spending the summer helping her ailing father restore his vintage motorcycle—which means hiring a mechanic to help out. Is it Jude’s fault he happens to be cute? And surprisingly sweet? And a Vargas?
Jude tells herself it’s strictly bike business with Emilio. Her sisters will never find out, and Jude can spot those flirty little Vargas tricks a mile away—no way would she fall for them. But Jude’s defenses are crumbling, and if history is destined to repeat itself, she’s speeding toward some serious heartbreak…unless her sisters were wrong?
Jude may have taken an oath, but she’s beginning to think that when it comes to love, some promises might be worth breaking.
Cherchant la solitude, Elyse accepte l’invitation d’une vieille amie de son père de venir la rejoindre à Atargatis Cove. Nommée pour la première sirène mythique, la ville balnéaire de l’Oregon est tout ce que la maison d’Elyse dans les Caraïbes n’est pas: un océan trop froid pour la baignade, des fêtes trop apprivoisées pour chanter, et des gens trop polis pour se moquer — sauf un.
Christian Kane est un séducteur notoire — insolent et arrogant. Il est également le seul à Atargatis Cove qui ne traite pas Elyse comme une statue en verre. Il la défie de s’exprimer, et il admire la façon dont elle traite son jeune frère, Sebastian, qui croit que Elyse est la sirène légendaire qui a pris vie.
Quand Christian a besoin d’un coéquipier pour la compétition Pirate Regatta de Cove, Elyse relève à contrecoeur sa peur de la mer et monte à bord. L’océan n’est pas la seule chose qui fait des vagues, mais — balayé dans la marée séduisante de Christian et enchanté par les charmes de Cove, Elyse commence à se demander si une vie de solitude n’est pas ce qu’elle a besoin. Mais l’évolution du cours signifie encore faire face à son passé. Cela signifie trouver sa voix intérieure. Et le plus effrayant de tous, cela signifie ouvrir son coeur à un garçon qui est plus connu pour les briser…
immédiatement pour Jake, le mignon moniteur de surf, et Anna, bien malgré elle, est petit à petit attirée par Sam. Il est doux, paisible, et a l’énorme avantage de n’avoir jamais entendu parler de Matt. Anna se sent plus légère, tout en étant terrifiée à l’idée qu’une relation avec un autre garçon n’efface ses souvenirs de Matt… Mais, au fil des baignades, des escapades nocturnes et des cours de surf, Sam gagne lentement sa confiance et, à ses côtés, Anna réapprend à rire, à profiter du moment présent, à tomber amoureuse… À la fin du séjour, lors d’une fête, Anna part se promener sur la plage avec Sam, et finit par faire l’amour avec lui. Pendant ce temps, Frankie, qui a trop bu, fouille les affaires d’Anna et lit son journal intime. Elle découvre alors que Matt et Anna sortaient ensemble, et se sent trahie. Le lendemain matin, une violente dispute éclate. Frankie, furieuse, jette le journal d’Anna dans l’océan. Anna est bouleversée, et encore plus lorsqu’elle apprend que Frankie lui a menti sur ses relations avec les garçons — elle n’a, en réalité, jamais fait l’amour. Perdue, Anna raconte tout à Sam. Cela lui fait du bien, et leur relation s’en trouve encore enrichie. Le départ arrivant, Anna se sépare de Sam l’esprit serein. Elle est consciente qu’elle ne le reverra certainement jamais, mais elle sait maintenant
qu’elle vivra plusieurs histoires d’amour, chacune avec sa beauté que les autres ne viendront pas ternir. De retour chez elles, Anna et Frankie finissent par briser le silence qui s’était installé entre elle, par enfin oser parler de Matt… et par se pardonner.
Un ballo, un bacio e una foto su internet
E se la tua vita cambiasse con un click?
Lucy ha imparato un’importante lezione dai giornali di gossip che tanto ama: evitare i riflettori e custodire gelosamente i segreti. Un sistema che ha funzionato per tutto il liceo. Ecco perché, quando la sua migliore amica Ellie si ammala poco prima del ballo di fine anno e le chiede di accompagnare il suo fidanzato Cole, Lucy preferisce non dirle che per la serata aveva in mente tutt'altro. E soprattutto che è segretamente innamorata di Cole fin dalla notte dei tempi. Ma quando lui la bacia alla fine del ballo, Lucy sa di dover confessare a Ellie ciò che è successo. Prima ancora che riesca a parlarle, però, qualcuno posta sulla sua pagina Facebook le foto del bacio con Cole, insieme a un sacco di commenti maliziosi. Nel giro di due giorni, Lucy ha già la fama di una poco di buono, una narcisista, una che pugnala gli amici alle spalle. Cosa potrà fare per tenersi Cole e non perdere la faccia?
Un incredibile successo del passaparola
«Sembra davvero di essere dentro al romanzo!»
«Un’intrigante storia di amore e amicizia che offre al tempo stesso un’interessante analisi dei social media.»
Booklist
«Non avevo mai letto niente di simile. #amorenoncorrisposto è un romanzo unico nel suo genere, che mette insieme amore, amicizia e una punta di mistero. Non si può chiedere di più.»
Gabbie
«Un libro strepitoso. Mi ha fatto ridere, sospirare e persino commuovere.»
Nemo
«L’ho letto tutto d’un fiato! E mi sono follemente innamorata di Cole.»
Karin
«#amorenoncorrisposto ha tutto ciò che si può desiderare in un romanzo: umorismo, tensione drammatica, romanticismo e un pizzico di suspense. È un perfetto ritratto dell’era digitale e descrive alla perfezione i teenager. Non perdetelo!»
Rabiah
«Non vedo l’ora di mettere le mani su altri libri di Sarah Ockler perché dopo aver letto #amorenoncorrisposto non posso più farne a meno.»
Melissa
«Una volta iniziato non sono più riuscita a smettere di leggere e lo rileggerei ancora e ancora.»
Briana
Sarah Ockler
È autrice di vari bestseller pluripremiati in America. Vive a Washington con il marito Alex.
Die perfekte Mischung für einen handfesten Party-Skandal? Das wären: nackte Jungs mit Elfenflügeln und … verbotene Küsse! Als Lucy einwilligt, anstelle ihrer BFF zum Abschlussball zu gehen, ahnt sie bereits, wie anstrengend das wird. Immerhin muss sie mit Cole dorthin gehen, Ellies Freund und ihr geheimer Schwarm seit ... ungefähr schon immer. Und dann passiert es: Lucy und Cole küssen sich! Doch bevor Lucy mit Ellie sprechen kann, tauchen die brisanten Beweisfotos auf ihrer Facebook-Chronik auf und ein Shitstorm sondergleichen bricht über sie herein. Wer steckt hinter dieser fiesen Intrige und wie kommt Lucy je wieder aus diesem Schlamassel heraus?
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