Jennifer A. Nielsen

Visit the best selling author of the Ascendance Trilogy, Jennifer A. Nielsen, Tuesday, April 7, 2015, 4:30 p.m. at Bookworks!

Jennifer will be talking about her recently released book, Mark of the Thief. Set in Ancient Rome, magic, and greed unleash treachery and danger when a slave discovers a treasure that could start a war.

Kirkus Reviews, in a starred review, calls the the plot, "fast paced and ingenious" and the hero "charismatic". It is geared toward 10 to 14 year olds.

The New York Times and USA Today Bestselling books in Ascendance Trilogy are The False Prince, The Runaway King, and The Shadow Throne.

Jennifer lives in northern Utah. Please join us as we welcome her to New Mexico for a visit.

The book signing is free and open to the public. More info: kids@bkwrks.com

Location: Street: 4022 Rio Grande Blvd NW City: Albuquerque, Province: New Mexico Postal Code: 87107-3157 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)

Hicklebee's Teen Advisory Board (aka Totally Awesome Bibliophiles) presents:

An evening with Jennifer Nielsen

March 27 @ 7:00

Jennifer Nielsen thrilled us with her Ascendance Trilogy -The False Prince, The Runaway King, and The Shadow Throne. She returns to Hicklebee's with her the first in her newest series, Mark of the Thief.

When Nic, a slave in the mines outside of Rome, is forced to enter a sealed cavern containing the lost treasures of Julius Caesar, he finds much more than gold and gemstones: He discovers an ancient bulla, an amulet that belonged to the great Caesar and is filled with a magic once reserved for the Gods -- magic some Romans would kill for.

Now, with the deadly power of the bulla pulsing through his veins, Nic is determined to become free. But instead, he finds himself at the center of a ruthless conspiracy to overthrow the emperor and spark the Praetor War, a battle to destroy Rome from within. Traitors and spies lurk at every turn, each more desperate than the next to use Nic's newfound powers for their own dark purposes.

In a quest to stop the rebellion, save Rome, and secure his own freedom, Nic must harness the magic within himself and defeat the empire's most powerful and savage leaders.

"The fast-paced, ingenious plot, charismatic hero and highly diverse cast of characters—including the ancient, eternal city itself—make this series opener a captivating joy ride." - Kirkus Review

Location: Street: 1378 Lincoln Ave City: San Jose, Province: California Postal Code: 95125-3010 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)

Youth: Jennifer A. Nielsen

Tuesday, March 24, 7:00 p.m.

Mark of the Thief - Book 1 of Praetor War

Jennifer A. Nielsen, author of the NYT and USA TODAY bestselling Ascendance Trilogy (The False Prince, The Runaway King, and The Shadow Throne), has woven an electrifying tale of greed and power, magic and destiny, and one boy's courage at the heart of it all.

When Nic, a slave in the mines outside of Rome, is forced to enter a sealed cavern containing the lost treasures of Julius Caesar, he finds much more than gold and gemstones: He discovers an ancient bulla, an amulet that belonged to the great Caesar and is filled with a magic once reserved for the Gods -- magic some Romans would kill for. Now, with the deadly power of the bulla pulsing through his veins, Nic is determined to become free. But instead, he finds himself at the center of a ruthless conspiracy to overthrow the emperor and spark the Praetor War, a battle to destroy Rome from within. Traitors and spies lurk at every turn, each more desperate than the next to use Nic's newfound powers for their own dark purposes.

In a quest to stop the rebellion, save Rome, and secure his own freedom, Nic must harness the magic within himself and defeat the empire's most powerful and savage leaders.

Location: Street: 1010 El Camino Real City: Menlo Park, Province: California Postal Code: 94025-4349 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)

Join local author and New York Times bestselling author, Jennifer Nielsen, for a reading and signing of her new middle grade novel, The Mark of the Thief.

When Nic, a slave in the mines outside of Rome, is forced to enter a sealed cavern containing the lost treasures of Julius Caesar, he finds much more than gold and gemstones: He discovers an ancient bulla, an amulet that belonged to the great Caesar and is filled with a magic once reserved for the Gods--magic some Romans would kill for.

Now, with the deadly power of the bulla pulsing through his veins, Nic is determined to become free. But instead, he finds himself at the center of a ruthless conspiracy to overthrow the emperor and spark the Praetor War, a battle to destroy Rome from within. Traitors and spies lurk at every turn, each more desperate than the next to use Nic's newfound powers for their own dark purposes.

In a quest to stop the rebellion, save Rome, and secure his own freedom, Nic must harness the magic within himself and defeat the empire's most powerful and savage leaders.

GET YOUR COPY NOW! Preorder your signed copy of The Mark of the Thief today, by either calling the store at 801-484-9100 or ordering online. Please specify if you will be attending the event and if you want your book personalized. del.icio.us Facebook Google StumbleUpon Twitter Yahoo

Location: Street: 550 North University Avenue Additional: Provo Library City: Provo , Province: Utah Postal Code: 84601 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)

Join children's book authors, Heidi Schulz, Matt Kirby, and Jennifer Nielsen for a discussion and signing of their new middle grade novels, Hook's Revenge, The Quantum League, and The Shadow Throne.

Unfortunately, Emma Trevayne will no longer be present at this event.

In Hook's Revenge, Captain Hook's swashbuckling daughter Jocelyn sets out on the high seas to avenge her infamous father's death at the jaws of the Neverland crocodile. However, Jocelyn finds that being a pirate is a bit more difficult than she bargained for in this spirited debut novel.

In Quantum League, Ben Warner is invited to join a "science camp" led by a quantum physicist Dr. Madeleine Hughes, and with his new friend Peter he discovers the secret art of Actuation--the ability to change reality by imagining it differently--but he also finds that there are people willing to kill for that secret.

In the final book of the Asendance Trilogy, young King Jaron has had nothing but trouble with his advisors and regents since he ascended the throne of Carthya, and now King Vargan of Avenia has invaded the land and captured Imogen--and Jaron must find some way to rescue her and save his kingdom.

Places in the signing line are reserved for those who purchase a copy of one of the featured books from The King's English.

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Join Jennifer Nielsen for the book launch of The Shadow Throne, the final installment in The New York Times bestselling Ascendance Trilogy.

War is coming. Join Jaron as he embarks on his final, extraordinary adventure.

Places in the signing line are reserved for those who purchase a copy of The Shadow Throne from The King's English.

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Location: Street: 1511 South 1500 East City: Salt Lake City, Province: Utah Postal Code: 84105 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)

Jennifer A. Nielsen takes readers on an extraordinary journey in this final installment of the New York Times bestselling Ascendance Trilogy.

War is coming. Join Jaron as he embarks on his final adventure!

Jennifer A. Nielsen is the acclaimed author of the New York Times bestselling author of THE FALSE PRINCE and THE RUNAWAY KING, the first two books in The Ascendance Trilogy. She has also written The Underworld Chronicles, a humorous middle-grade fantasy series. Jen lives in northern Utah with her husband, their three children, and a perpetually muddy dog.

Praise for THE FALSE PRINCE A New York Times Notable Children's Book A Publishers Weekly Book of the Year A Chicago Public Library "Best of the Best" Children's Book Selection A Chicago Public Library "Children's Books for Year-Round Gift Giving" Selection Winner of the Cybils Award for Middle-Grade Fantasy & Science Fiction "A page-turner." --New York Times Book Review "Sage proves to be a compelling character whose sharp mind and shrewd self-possession will make readers eager to follow him into a sequel." --Wall Street Journal "A swashbuckling origin story . . . chock-full of alluring details for adventure-loving boys." --Los Angeles Times "An impressive, promising story." --Publishers Weekly, starred review "Ruthless ambition, fierce action and plotting, complex characters, and lots of sword play keep pages flipping." --Kirkus "Should appeal to fans of . . . Suzanne Collins. . . . A sure-fire mix of adventure, mystery, and suspense." --Horn Book

Praise for THE RUNAWAY KING "High adventure abounds with nail-biting drama." --Kirkus "Nielsen tells an exciting, breakneck tale. . . ." --Publishers Weekly "A fast-paced and thrilling read with twists and turns that never let up." --School Library Journal "As jammed with action and violent swordplay as its predecessor." --Booklist "A great read." --Horn Book

Location: Street: 4022 Rio Grande Blvd NW City: Albuquerque, Province: New Mexico Postal Code: 87107-3157 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)

Meet authors Lisa McMann & Jenifer Nielsen at Hicklebee's Friday March 22 at 3:00 (presentation at 3:30). We had the pleasure of meeting Lisa McMann, author of The Unwanteds ("... Hunger Games meets Harry Potter" - Kirkus Review) last fall when she appeared in some local schools. This is our first chance to host Jennifer Nielsen. We can't wait to chat with the incredible talent behind The False Prince, a book that had us gushing with enthusiasm. McMann & Nielsen have each written books for Scholastic's newest series, The Infinity Ring. This groundbreaking series allows kids to experience history like never before as they travel back in time to fix the Great Breaks, key moments in history that have gone off course. The adventure combines books and a fully immersive online game that put kids in the middle of the action aboard Santa María in 1492, at a medieval Viking invasion, in the Underground Railroad, and more. Lisa McMann www.lisamcmann.com Dak, Sera, and Riq return to the United States and walk immediately into a deadly trap. The year is 1850, and the nation is divided over the issue of slavery. In these dark days, the Underground Railroad provides a light of hope, helping runaway slaves escape to freedom. But the SQ has taken control of the Underground Railroad from within. Now Dak and Sera are left wondering who to trust . . . while Riq risks everything to save the life of a young boy. Book includes an all-new, full-color Hystorian's Guide - your key to unlocking the third episode of the action-packed Infinity Ring game! Jennifer Nielsen www.jennielsen.com Jennifer Nielsen's title in the Infinity Ring series won't be published until December. Her incredible sequel to The False Prince will be. Just weeks after Jaron has taken the throne, an assassination attempt forces him into a deadly situation. Rumors of a coming war are winding their way between the castle walls, and Jaron feels the pressure quietly mounting within Carthya. Soon, it becomes clear that deserting the kingdom may be his only hope of saving it. But the further Jaron is forced to run from his identity, the more he wonders if it is possible to go too far. Will he ever be able to return home again? Or will he have to sacrifice his own life in order to save his kingdom? The stunning second installment of The Ascendance Trilogy takes readers on a roller-coaster ride of treason and murder, thrills and peril, as they journey with The Runaway King! “‘Infinity Ring’ provides an opportunity for stealth education, as it plunges readers into the past and encourages them to think about cause and effect.” - Rick Riordan, New York Times Book Review

Location: Street: 1378 Lincoln Ave City: San Jose, Province: California Postal Code: 95125-3010 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)

Welcome to Secret Garden's book club for readers 8-12! It's a regular EVERY-THIRD-WEDNESDAY thing. We will sometimes do some book-related crafts and we will always serve piping hot FREE pizza from our friends over at Palermo Pizza & Pasta. Thank you, Palermo Pizza & Pasta! (Parents, you really should go over and try the great pies at Palermo Pizza & Pasta!)

We choose books that will interest both boys and girls, especially in this age bracket.

This month's books are Icefall by Matthew J. Kirby and The False Prince by Jennifer A. Nielsen. (See below for details.)

We would ask you to encourage your kids to come to society meetings even if they aren’t necessarily interested in the books. As long as they’re interested in reading, we’ll be happy to have them.

Young Readers’ Society is about giving kids a safe place to talk about books and reading and to express their opinions openly. Parents will be encouraged to browse the shop, or grab a bite to eat in Ballard, but as far as the Society goes – no grown-ups allowed!

Don’t hesitate to call the shop anytime with questions/comments. Or, you can write us directly by clicking the "contact us" text above left.

Location: Street: Secret Garden Additional: 2214 NW Market St City: Seattle, Province: Washington Postal Code: 98107-4024 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)

Join us for a group event with some of the hardest working authors of fantasy adventure series for middle graders. All 3 have new Riordan-esque series underway that include modern adventure with historical elements. Here's the lineup: Peter Lerangis, Seven Wonders 1: The Colossus Rises Teens Jack, Marco, Aly, and Cass begin a quest to find seven pieces of Atlantis's power that were hidden long ago and that will, if returned to Atlantis, save them from certain death due to the genetic abnormality that also gives them superior abilities. Here is the site for the series. Peter Lerangis is the author of more than one hundred and sixty books, including two books in the New York Times bestselling 39 Clues series (The Sword Thief and The Viper's Nest) and one book in The 39 Clues: Cahills vs. Vespers series (The dead of night). Together, his books have sold more than five million copies and have been translated into twenty-eight different languages. Peter is a Harvard graduate with a degree in biochemistry. He has run a marathon and gone rock climbing during an earthquake--though not on the same day. He lives in New York City with his wife, musician Tina deVaron, and their two sons, Nick and Joe. In his spare time, he likes to eat chocolate. Jennifer A. Nielsen, The Ascendance Trilogy 2: The False Prince A kingdom teetering on the brink of destruction. A king gone missing. Who will survive? Find out in the highly anticipated sequel to Jennifer A. Nielsen's blockbuster The False Prince! Here is the series page on the author's site. Jennifer A. Nielsen is the acclaimed author of the first book in the Ascendance Trilogy. She has also written The Underworld Chronicles, a humorous middle-grade fantasy series. Jen lives in northern Utah with her husband, their three children, and a perpetually muddy dog. Lisa McMann, Infinity Ring 3: The Trap Door The year is 1850, and the nation is divided over the issue of slavery. The Underground Railroad provides runaway slaves escape to freedom. But the SQ has taken control of the Underground Railroad from within. Now Dak and Sera are left wondering who to trust . . . while Riq risks everything to save the life of a young boy. Here is the series' site. Lisa McMann is the New York Times bestselling author of Fade and Wake, as well as many short stories, one of which won a Templeton Award. She grew up in Michigan and now lives in Arizona with her husband, two kids, dog, and cat. All 3 authors will share their books, answer fan questions, and sign books. If you purchase a copy of the first two books of Infinity Ring, you'll receive bookplates for signed by James Dashner (Book One: A mutiny in time) and Carrie Ryan (Book Two Divide and Conquer). Free.

Location: Street: Secret Garden Books Additional: 2214 NW Market St City: Seattle, Province: Washington Postal Code: 98107-4024 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)