Tales from the Real OC (Really!)

Happy Valentine's Day!

2012-02-14T08:14:00.000-08:00

In honor of Valentine's Day--one of the loveliest love songs ever!

RIP- Etta!

Hope you all have a beautiful day!

Alyson
xoxo

SOUL SEEKERS Portal Now Live!

2012-02-10T11:04:00.000-08:00

Hey Everyone-

I'm so excited to announce that THE SOUL SEEKERS portal on my site is now live!!

All you have to do is click HERE to start reading about FATED, the first book in the series, debuting on 05.22.12 -- and discover the mystical, magical, romantic world of Enchantment, New Mexico where THE SOUL SEEKERS takes place!

The playlist can be found HERE - along with a list of the Spirit Animals that guide Daire and her friends (and possibly you??).

Lots of cool extras will be added over the next few weeks--so stay tuned!!

Though you can always keep up on the latest by following me on:

Twitter

Facebook

Pininterest

or by downloading the free Alyson Noel app!!

Hope you enjoy the world of THE SOUL SEEKERS as much as I've enjoyed writing it!

XOXO

Alyson

Win a Signed Book!

2012-01-20T09:07:00.000-08:00

Hey Everyone-

Just wanted to let you know that my awesome assistant, Jeanette, has an inspiring blog post for aspiring writers that you can read HERE. Those who comment are eligible to win a book signed

by me!

Best of luck!

Alyson

xoxo

Keeping Secrets!

2012-01-04T11:05:00.001-08:00

Hey Everyone!

I'm so excited to share the cover for KEEPING SECRETS - a special edition SAVING ZOE + FAKING 19, 2-in-1, that'll be in stores on 06.19.12!!

Hope you like the cover as much as I do!

Have a great day-

Alyson

xoxo

Happy New Year!!!

2012-01-03T11:28:00.000-08:00

Hey Everyone-

Just wanted to take a moment to wish you all a

Very Happy, Healthy, & Prosperous New Year!!

I've got a lot of exciting things planned for 2012--things like:

A lot of you have been asking, and, at long last, the DARK FLAME paperback releases today!! Look for it wherever books are sold!

Also, WHISPER, book 4 in the RILEY BLOOM series will be in stores on 04.22.12!!

And, on 05.22.12, FATED, book 1 in my new series, THE SOUL SEEKERS, is set to debut! I'm so excited for this one, it's been so much fun to write! Look for ECHO, MYSTIC, & HORIZON in 2012/13!

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

Alyson

xoxo

Right as Rain

2011-12-12T06:54:00.000-08:00

(Blog title has nothing to do with post, other than the fact that it's currently raining outside!)

Dear Readers:

Wow--I can't believe it's been over a month since my last post! My only excuse is that I've been on the road.

A lot.

First I went here:

(Stairwell inside the NYC Flatiron building-home of my awesome publisher, St. Martin's Press)

Then I went here:

(Maui!)

And now I'm back here:

(Home!)

Though a lot has happened in the meantime.

Stuff like:

Pretty Little Liars hottie, Lachlan Buchanan, confessed to reading EVERMORE on the set! Cute boys that read--is there anything hotter?! Check out the interview HERE!

Also, my second novel, ART GEEKS AND PROM QUEENS (recently rereleased with a snazzy new cover!) was chosen by The Examiner as "A Gift Idea for the Women's Fiction Fan"--read the article HERE!

And, I'm thrilled to announce that EVERLASTING has been nominated for the 2012 Teen Choice Book of the Year Award! (BLUE MOON was one of the top 5 finalists in 2010!) You can cast your vote anytime between now and January 31--winners will be announced in May 2012--all you have to do is click HERE! (Hint: EVERLASTING is listed under: THE IMMORTALS book 6- EVERLASTING).

And finally, for those of you who've been asking about FATED-book 1 in my new THE SOUL SEEKERS series (in stores 05.22.12!), here's a sneak peek:

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Immortals comes a breathtaking new saga brimming with magic, mystery, and an intoxicating love story that will steal your heart away. Meet The Soul Seekers . . .

Strange things are happening to Daire Santos. Crows mock her, glowing people stalk her, time stops without warning, and a beautiful boy with unearthly blue eyes haunts all her dreams. Fearing for her daughter’s sanity, Daire’s mother sends her to live with the grandmother she’s never met, but who recognizes the visions for what they truly are—the call to her destiny as a Soul Seeker—one who can navigate the worlds between the living and dead.

There on the dusty plains of Enchantment, New Mexico, Daire sets out to harness the powers of her ancestral legacy, but it’s when she meets Dace, the boy from her dreams, when things take an alarming turn. Forcing Daire to discover if Dace is the one guy she's meant to be with...or if he’s allied with the enemy she's destined to destroy.

FATED will be followed by:

ECHO, MYSTIC, & HORIZON in 2012/13!
Foreign rights have already been sold to the UK, Germany, France, Greece, & Brazil--with many more to come!

We'll be updating my website soon-ish to include THE SOUL SEEKERS series, but, in the meantime, to keep up on all the latest, breaking news (along with all the random thoughts that pop into my head!) follow me on Twitter -- and don't forget to download the free Alyson Noel App Here!

That's all for now--have a good day, everyone!

Alyson

xoxo

Every Picture Tells a Story

2011-11-09T17:36:00.000-08:00

(Blog title courtesy of Mr. Rod Stewart)

Hey Everyone-

So I just received what has got to be some of The Cutest Riley Bloom Reader Pics EVER--and I had to share them with you . . . so, without further ado:

Signing a copy of DREAMLAND on the Pen Fatale Tour!

Group photo!

Look--it's a real life Buttercup!

And he reads too!

LOVE this one--too cute!!

Also, as I mentioned on Twitter, last night my husband and I went to a cooking class at Charlie Palmers in South Coast Plaza - and it was awesome! Though, in the interest of full disclosure, allow me to say that I am probably one of the worst cooks you will ever meet--though I do love to eat, and there was plenty of amazing food to be had!

Also, the amazing chef Charlie Palmer was kind enough to take a picture with me, even after I confessed I was mostly there to eat!

Have a great night, everyone!

Alyson

xoxo

Closer Magazine!

2011-11-07T10:32:00.000-08:00

Hey Everyone-

Well, I'm gearing up to start work on ECHO, book 2 in my new SOUL SEEKERS series- (I just finished book 1, FATED, which will be in stores on 05.22.12- see the awesome cover in the blog post below!)- but wanted to take a few moments to share a few things:

Last December while on book tour in Paris, I did this interview for Closer magazine (it's like People only in French), and since it was just sent to me, I wanted to share it with you!

Also, we've been working on it for a while now, and I'm happy to say that the International Immortals page is now up, featuring covers and links from all over the globe! You can see it HERE!

And, for those of you in the Chicago area, I'll be heading your way next April for the RT convention. Last year the Teen Day in L.A. was amazing--and this year's is gearing up to be just as good if not better--so I really hope to see you there! To see my scheduled events, click HERE!

Also, the Pen Fatale Tour made Amazon's Omnivoracious Blog! To read it: click HERE! To see my Q&A where I talk about my favorite tour moment, favorite literary character, and favorite shoes--click HERE!

And last but not least, I'm thrilled to announce that the SOUL SEEKERS series has sold translation rights to the UK & Germany . . .with more to come!

Have a great day, all!

Alyson

FATED!!!!

2011-11-03T08:56:00.000-07:00

Dear Readers:

While it's true that I've been a very bad Blogger, Facebooker, & Twitterer ( <-easier written than said!) as of late, I had a really good excuse:

I was on deadline.

But now that I've kicked that deadline to the curb, by, um, finishing the book--I'm back!! And I wanted to share something awesome that happened in the meantime:

I got the final cover for FATED, book 1 in my new SOUL SEEKERS series, that'll be in stores on 05.22.12 (to be followed by ECHO, MYSTIC, & HORIZON in 2012/13!)

And I LOVE it!

I mean, I truly LOVE this one!

And, I hope you love it too!!!

Playing Catch Up!

2011-10-20T16:37:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

Well, it seems I've been very lax about blogging, facebooking, and tweeting lately (yes, they are all action words!), and my excuse is that I returned from the Pen Fatale Tour and went straight into deadline mode.

For those who don't know, deadline mode is a very sorry state of unwashed hair, unhealthy meals . . . well, let's just leave it at that--it's best not to go into too much detail.

For those who do know, then thank you for understanding.

Anyway, after climbing out of the rubble that is my desk, I thought I'd share a few random pics and articles and videos with you, presented in no particular order, so here goes:

Random Video #1, filmed during my Brazilian Book Tour, where I talk about The Immortals series, Brazilian culture, and more!

Random article # 2- a piece in Publisher's Weekly Children's Bookshelf where me and my fellow Pen Fatale Tour Mates spill the dish on group tours! To read it, click HERE.

Random article #3- DEAR BULLY--an amazing anthology where 70 YA authors speak out, yep, including moi, on the horror that is bullying-- featured in PEOPLE magazine--how awesome is that?!

And last but not least, random pic #4- Enjoying a little time off in Seattle with the talented & lovely Mary Pearson & Jessica Brody!

That's it for now--the manuscript won't revise itself!

Or will it?

Hmmmm . . . .

Pen Fatale Heads for Seattle!!

2011-10-11T07:20:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

The Pen Fatale Tour is on its way to its final two stops in WA! Hope to see YOU at one of the signings at:

Wednesday, October 12

7:00 pm

Third Place Books

Lake Forest Park, WA

Thursday, October 12

7:00 pm

Barnes & Noble

Lynwood, WA

Pen Fatale Tour!

2011-10-08T10:12:00.001-07:00

Hey Everyone-

The Pen Fatale Tour has been on the road for the last week--making stops in Texas, Chicago, and Colorado--visiting schools, signing in stores, and having a blast meeting the most amazing readers!

Today is a day of rest--but tomorrow we'll be signing at Vroman's in Pasadena at 3:00 and would love to see YOU there! Details below . . .

Pen Fatale Tour Final Stops:

CALIFORNIA

October 9, 3:00 p.m.

Vroman's

Pasadena, CA

October 10, 5:00 p.m.

Upland Public Library

With Mrs. Nelson's Toy & Book Shop

Upland, CA

WASHINGTON

October 12, 7:00 p.m.

Third Place Books

Lake Forest Park, WA

October 13, 7:00 p.m.

Barnes & Noble

Lynnwood, WA

Art Geeks & Prom Queens Redux!!!

2011-09-27T02:21:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

As most of you probably know, I wrote 7 stand alone novels before THE IMMORTALS & RILEY BLOOM series that you can read about HERE. Over the last year, my publisher has been repackaging them, giving them shiny new covers (kind of like a makeover!) and, today, the brand-spanking-new version of my 2nd novel, ART GEEKS AND PROM QUEENS is in stores!!

The old cover looked like this:

And while I liked it at the time--the new cover is so much better now. I also I think it depicts the protagonist, Rio Jones, a little better too!

Anyway, just wanted to share--let me know if you spy a copy when you're out & about!

Have a good day all!

Alyson

xoxo

The Pen Fatale Tour!!

2011-09-26T16:43:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

Well, tomorrow I'm off to Texas to get ready for The Pen Fatale Tour's official start on Wednesday, and I can't tell you how exited I am!

Hope to see YOU at one of the events listed below!

Pen Fatale Tour 2011

September 27 - October 15

TEXAS

September 28, 6:00 p.m.

Barnes & Noble

The Woodlands, TX

September 29, 7:00 p.m.

Off-site event hosted by Blue Willow Bookshop

Houston, TX

October 1

Austin Teen Lit Festival

Austin, TX

ILLINOIS

October 4, 7:00 p.m.

Anderson's Bookshop

Naperville, IL

COLORADO

October 5, 7:00 p.m.

Barnes & Noble

Boulder, CO

October 6, 7:00 p.m.

Tattered Cover

Highlands Ranch, CO

CALIFORNIA

October 9, 3:00 p.m.

Vroman's

Pasadena, CA

October 10, 5:00 p.m.

Upland Public Library

With Mrs. Nelson's Toy & Book Shop

Upland, CA

WASHINGTON

October 12, 7:00 p.m.

Third Place Books

Lake Forest Park, WA

October 13, 7:00 p.m.

Barnes & Noble

Lynnwood, WA

Bienal do Livro Signing!!

2011-09-25T05:11:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

Just wanted to share some pics of the on-stage interview and signing at Bienal do Livro! The event was completely amazing--it surpassed all of my expectations--and I want to give a Big, Huge, Sparkly THANKS to all who showed up and helped make the day so incredibly memorable!! You are all AWESOME!!

A nice poster for FAKING 19 in the Novo Seculo booth!

The on-stage interview with Val! We had lunch the day before and she's awesome!

View of the crowd--you guys ROCK!

Answering audience questions via the English translation coming through my headset!

After the interview we took a few pics and then we were off to the signing (below)!

View from inside the signing room!

Signing!

Identical twins--aren't they gorgeous?!

Taking a short break from the signing (it lasted 7.5 hours!) with bodyguards in tow!

Back to the signing with more adorable readers!

More pics on the way . . . stay tuned!

Alyson

xoxo

Blogger's Conference in Brazil!!

2011-09-24T03:34:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone!

On my third day in Brazil, my publisher, Intrinseca, hosted a blogger's conference. But, on our way to the convention hall, we stopped for lunch at a restaurant in world-famous Ipanema Beach, and I snapped a few pics along the way . . .

After lunch, it was onto the blogger's conference, where I took part in a Q&A, signed lots of the blogger's books, and meet some truly amazing people who love books & reading as much as I do!

We wrapped up the day with an interview . . .

Then it was off to dinner and the hotel . . . (no pics of this!)!

More to come--stay tuned!

Alyson

xoxo

More Photos from the Brazil Tour!

2011-09-23T03:52:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone,

Just wanted to share some photos of the second day on the Brazilian Tour--enjoy!

These signs were all over the streets of Rio--advertising INFINITO (EVERLASTING) for the Rio Book Fair!

First day at the fair when it was open only to school children--the floor was swarmed the next day!

View of the floor from the author's room upstairs.

My Brazilian publisher's (Intrinseca) awesome booth!

Another pic of the Intrinseca booth--I signed in the glass room, it was so well organized!

Couldn't resist posing beside the huge wall of IMMORTALS!

Dilma Rousseff! The President of Brazil at the opening ceremony!!

More to come--stay tuned!

Alyson

Brazil in Pictures!

2011-09-22T03:31:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

Well, it's taken me a while to get them all sorted, but over the next several days I hope to post pictures of my recent Brazilian Book Tour-- before I head off on the Pen Fatale Tour next week!

So, without further delay, here is a look at day 1--enjoy!!

The trip to Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio de Janeiro!

The first stop on Sugarloaf

The husband & I at Sugarloaf

Amazing view of Rio!

More Rio!

Even more Rio!

Ascending into the mist--didn't get pictures up there--too windy and rainy and misty--but awesome all the same!

Stay tuned--more to come!

Alyson

Pen Fatale Tour!

2011-09-21T07:23:00.001-07:00

Hey Everyone-

Just wanted you to know that one week from today, the Pen Fatale Tour begins in Houston, TX, and I couldn't be more excited to sign alongside such amazing authors as Mary Pearson, Gabrielle Zevin, and Jessica Brody!

Hope to see you at one of the events listed below!

Pen Fatale Tour 2011

September 27 - October 15

TEXAS

September 28, 6:00 p.m.

Barnes & Noble

The Woodlands, TX

September 29, 7:00 p.m.

Off-site event hosted by Blue Willow Bookshop

Houston, TX

October 1

Austin Teen Lit Festival

Austin, TX

ILLINOIS

October 4, 7:00 p.m.

Anderson's Bookshop

Naperville, IL

COLORADO

October 5, 7:00 p.m.

Barnes & Noble

Boulder, CO

October 6, 7:00 p.m.

Tattered Cover

Highlands Ranch, CO

CALIFORNIA

October 9, 3:00 p.m.

Vroman's

Pasadena, CA

October 10, 5:00 p.m.

Upland Public Library

With Mrs. Nelson's Toy & Book Shop

Upland, CA

WASHINGTON

October 12, 7:00 p.m.

Third Place Books

Lake Forest Park, WA

October 13, 7:00 p.m.

Barnes & Noble

Lynnwood, WA

Videos from Brazil!

2011-09-20T08:08:00.000-07:00

Well, I'm back from my amazing Brazilian Book Tour, facing down loads of laundry and going through serious coconut water and samba withdrawals!

I'm in the process of downloading the pictures to share with you--but, in the meantime, you can check out these videos. The first is from the signing in Curitiba, courtesy of Namoral TV, the second was done on my last day in Sao Paulo, courtesy of MTV Brazil.

Enjoy!

DREAMLAND In Stores Now!!!!

2011-09-13T00:42:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

I'm so excited to announce that book #3 in the RILEY BLOOM series, DREAMLAND, is now in stores!!

As I've said before, Riley is one of my favorite characters to write, and DREAMLAND was no exception!

In it, Riley's finding that the afterlife can be a lonely place when all you do is focus on work. So she goes to the place where dreams happen, hoping to find a way to contact her sister, Ever. She meets the director, who tells her about the two ways to send dreams. As a Dream Jumper, a person can jump into a dreamer's dream, share a message, and participate. As a Dreamweaver, an entire dream can be created in a studio and sent to the dreamer. But Dreamweaving was outlawed decades ago, and the studio was boarded up. Thinking it's her only way to reach out to her sister, Riley goes in search of the old studio. There she finds a ghost boy, who's been creating and sending nightmares to people for years. In order to stop him and reach out to Ever, Riley is going to have to confront and overcome her own fears.

I hope you enjoy Riley's adventures as much as I enjoyed writing them!! The trailer is below--enjoy!!

Alyson

xoxo

Brazil Bound!!

2011-08-28T10:56:00.001-07:00

Hey Everyone-

Tomorrow, I'm off to Brazil where I'll be taking part in the Bienal do Livro in Rio de Janiero, before heading off on booktour--and I can't tell you how excited I am! I've always wanted to visit Brazil, and getting to do so for the Infinito launch, is like a dream come true!

Hope to see you at one of the stops!

International Book Fair, Rio De Janiero

September 1, 11:30 a.m.

International Book Fair Official Opening

Rio Centro (Book Fair Pavilion)

September 2, 4:00 p.m.

Bloggers Conference at Intrinseca's Booth

September 3, 12:00 p.m.

Featured: Talk Show/Interview with O Globo

September 3, 2:00 p.m.

Signing at Intrinseca's Booth

BAHIA

September 6, 7:00 p.m.

Talk & SigningSaraiva BookstorePARANÁ

September 7, 4:00 p.m.

Talk & Signing

Curitiba Bookstore

BRASILIA

September 8, 7:00 p.m.

Talk & Signing

Cultura Bookstore

SÃO PAULO

September 10, 5:00 p.m.

Talk & Signing

FNAC Bookstore

September 11, 4:00 p.m.

Talk & Signing

Saraiva Bookstore, São Paulo City

(P.S. Not in Brazil, no worries-- the Pen Fatal Tour follows in October--details HERE!)

Pen Fatale Tour!

2011-08-24T08:50:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

In just one week, I'll be headed for Brazil to promote the launch of INFINITO (aka EVERLASTING!) (click HERE to view the schedule)--but just a few weeks after my return, I'll be off on the Pen Fatale Tour--alongside such awesome authors as Alexandra Adornetto, Gabrielle Zevin, Jessica Brody and Mary E. Pearson.

Hope to see you at one of the stops listed below!!

PEN FATALE TOUR 2011
SEPTEMBER 27 – OCTOBER 15, 2011

TEXAS
September 28, 7:00 p.m.
Barnes & Noble, The Woodlands, TX

September 29, 7:00 p.m.
Off-site event hosted by Blue Willow Bookshop, Houston, TX

October 1
Austin Teen Lit Festival, Austin, TX

ILLINOIS
October 4, 7:00 p.m.
Anderson’s Bookshop, Naperville, IL

COLORADO
October 5, 7:00 p.m.
Barnes & Noble, Boulder, CO

October 6, 7:00 p.m.
Tattered Cover, Highlands Ranch, CO

CALIFORNIA
October 9, 3:00 p.m.
Vroman’s, Pasadena, CA

October 10, 5:00 p.m.
Upland Public Library, Upland, CA with Mrs. Nelson’s Toy & Book Shop

WASHINGTON
October 12, 7:00 p.m.
Third Place Books, Lake Forest Park, WA

October 13, 7:00 p.m.
Barnes & Noble, Lynnwood, WA

Yep, More UK Tour Pics & Masterclass!!

2011-08-17T08:25:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

Just wanted you to know that this Friday, August 19, I'll be chatting on line as part of Stylist Magazine's Masterclass--and I'd love for you to join me!! All the details are HERE! (Please note, times listed are UK times--I'll be up early!!)

Also--finally--here are the last of the EVERLASTING UK Tour pics (listed in no particular order)!! I know, it took me forever to get them all up--let's so how long it takes for Brazil!

Anyway--enjoy!!

Alyson

xoxo

Greetings from Waterstone's Manchester!

Talk & Signing at Waterstones in Manchester!

With the lovely students of the Chorlton School!

She graduated the year before-but came back to Chorlton to say hello!

A nice welcome from the Chorlton School!

These students interviewed me at Chorlton--I had a blast!

With a reader at London Film & Comic Con (LFCC) !

Presentation at the amazing New Castle library!

A mummified cat & mouse found in organ pipe at Christ Church Cathedral, Ireland!

Signing on my last day in London!

School Signing!

Ireland has some amazing doors--this was one of my faves!

This lovely couple met on 8/8 and they have matching tulip tattoos!

Finally got to meet Shaz--a lovely reader I've been corresponding with for a while now!

At lunch in London--chef's table!

At lunch with Polly & Rachel!

At LFCC--an IMMORTALS tattoo!

At LFCC!!

Signing at LFCC!

Captain Jack Sparrow at LFCC--he was amazing!

Awesome fan art!!

The Blogger's Brunch at the Macmillan UK Offices!

Ending THE IMMORTALS!

2011-08-16T09:11:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

Just wanted to share a video interview I did during my EVERLASTING UK Tour, where I talk about ending THE IMMORTALS, the movie deal, and more!

Enjoy!

Alyson

xoxo

Win a Signed Copy of EVERLASTING!

2011-08-14T10:09:00.001-07:00

Hey Everyone--

Just wanted you to know that there are 5 signed copies of EVERLASTING up for grabs on Free Book Friday Teens!! Click HERE for your chance to win!!

Best of luck!

Alyson
xoxo

Brazil!

2011-08-07T17:35:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

I'm so excited about my upcoming book tour to Brazil, and since the schedule
is now final, I wanted to share it with you!

Hope to see you at one of the stops!

RIO DE JANEIRO – RIO BOOK FAIR
September 1-3

September 1
11:30 a.m.
Rio Book Fair Official Opening
Rio Centro (Book Fair Pavilion)

September 2
4:00 p.m.
Bloggers Conference at Intrinseca's Booth

September 3
12:00 p.m.
Alyson Noel featured at Rio Book Fair
Talk show/Interview with O Globo

2:00 p.m.
Signing at Intrinseca’s Booth

BAHIA
September 6
7:00 p.m.
Talk & Signing at Saraiva Bookstore

PARANÁ
September 7
4:00 p.m.
Talk & Signing at Curitiba Bookstore

BRASILIA
September 8
4:00 p.m.
Talk & Signing at Cultura Bookstore

SÃO PAULO
September 10
5:00 p.m.
Talk & Signing at FNAC Bookstore

September 11
4:00 p.m.
Talk & Signing at Saraiva Bookstore in São Paulo City

Also, you can keep up on all the Brazil Tour Stop info, HERE!

Alyson
xoxo

The Seekers Are Coming!!

2011-08-05T10:34:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

This is an interview I did with Novels Alive back in April at the RT Conference in LA, where I talk about ending THE IMMORTALS, writing my new YA series, SOUL SEEKERS, and more!

Enjoy!

The UK Pics Continued!!

2011-08-04T10:51:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

Yep, I'm still working my way through the EVERLASTING UK Tour pics, so, without further delay . . .

Enjoy!

A nice welcome from Hamble Community College!

The students!

Talking with the students!

Flowers from the school--so lovely!

At Waterstones in Southampton!

Signing at Waterstones!

Awesome readers at Waterstones!

The beautiful grand staircase at the St. Pancras Hotel!

Relaxing in the bar of the St. Pancras Hotel!

That's all for now . . . more to come!!

DREAMLAND!!!

2011-08-01T09:06:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

I'm thrilled to announce that while DREAMLAND (book 3 in the RILEY BLOOM series) won't be in stores until 09.13.11-- you can watch the trailer now!

Enjoy!!

More Pics from the UK tour!!

2011-07-29T09:27:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

Well, it seems I've fallen a little behind on posting the rest of my EVERLASTING UK Tour pics--I blame it on summer, my niece & nephew's annual 5 week visit, being on deadline for book 1 in my new SOUL SEEKERS series . . .but, today I'm back in business, so, without further delay--here's some pics from two school visits and a trip to Brighton Beach!!

Enjoy!!

Speaking to the students at the Littlehampton Academy!

At Littlehampton!

Signing at Littlehampton!

Talking with the students at the Angmering School!

Signing at Angmering!

Photo op for a local newspaper at the Angmering School!

Shooting a video at the Angemering School!

An Immortals display at Waterstones in Brighton--left lots of signed books there!

Brighton Beach!

Amid the pebbles of Brighton Beach!

Brighton!

More Brighton!

More to come . . . stay tuned!

More Pics From the UK: The EVERLASTING Launch Party!!!

2011-07-22T11:08:00.000-07:00

My first day in London was a whirlwind of FUN that started with a bloggers brunch held at the PanMacmillan offices. There were sweets, and treats, and I had a great time hanging with some amazing UK bloggers pictured below!

After the brunch, we headed off to the lovely (and I do mean lovely!) St. Pancras Hotel for lunch where we dined at the Kitchen Table in the Gilbert Scott restaurant along with my publishing team, my UK agent, and Rachel from Foyles (waving!) And while I failed to take pics of the lunch (I was too busy eating!), it was food heaven for sure!

After the lunch, we ran back to our hotel to do a quick change, then we headed out to Concrete for the AMAZING EVERLASTING LAUNCH PARTY that surpassed all of my expectations and just blew me away!

Here are some pre-party pics taken by my husband--though I'm afraid once the party started we were having so much fun we forgot to capture it on film! But no worries, along with nail techs providing Aura Manicures (!), a tarot card reader (who I hear was eerily accurate!), red elixir cocktails, assorted munchies, awesome IMMORTALS gift bags, and a tower of red velvet cupcakes that would make Haven proud--there was also a professional photographer on hand, and you can view those pictures HERE!

Enjoy!

Hanging with some of the awesome My Kinda Book VIPs!

The party was held in a really cool space called Concrete-here's a pic of the entrance!

Red tulips + Candles + EVERLASTING on the wall = Awesome!

The long view of the space!

Sitting next to the goody bags, resting my feet before the fun begins!

Cupcakes!!!

Hanging out with my awesome & hardworking Mac team who made it all possible--the young girl in pink is an intern, how lucky is she?? :)

Some My Kinda Book VIPs & the intern getting a jump start on those aura manicures!

More to come...stay tuned!!

Alyson

xoxo

The Ireland/UK Tour in Pictures!

2011-07-20T07:13:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

Well, now that I'm back home in sunny California after 2 amazing weeks touring in Ireland and England for the EVERLASTING release, I wanted to shout out a Big Sparkly THANKS to all of you who came out to see me at the school events, the signings, and the completely amazing EVERLASTING launch party which surpassed all of my wildest expectations!

I had a wonderful time meeting all of you and touring your beautiful countries, and really hope to do it all over again in 2012 for my new YA series, SOUL SEEKERS--fingers crossed!

So aside from wrangling laundry, waking up at odd hours due to jet lag, and fighting off an overwhelming need to indulge in tea and scones with clotted cream and jam everyday around 3PM, I've spent the last few days downloading pics from a variety of cameras and cell phones and plan to post them here, hopefully in order, (it's really quite a jumble so I can't guarantee it!), over the next few days.

So, without further ado, I present to you...Ireland!!

Oh, and to watch a video of the interview I did on the popular Irish morning show, Ireland AM, click HERE!

Enjoy!

Hanging out with Oscar Wilde!

Signing at Easons in Kildaire!

Photo op for a local Kildaire newspaper!

An amazing drawing given to me by an amazing reader!

Reading from EVERLASTING at Easons in Dublin!

Signing at Easons in Dublin!

More signing!

More to come . . . stay tuned!!

Alyson

xoxo

10 Days of MP3 Player Giveaways--Final Winner!

2011-07-14T08:35:00.001-07:00

Congratulations to yesterday's winner...Jessica Sweet! Thank you to all who participated in the giveaway--and a special thank you to Creative Labs for providing the MP3 players pre-loaded with EVERMORE!

Creative Labs MP3 Player Giveaway - Day 10!

2011-07-13T09:00:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to yesterday's winner...Sophie Bannon!

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Creative Labs MP3 Player Giveaway - Day 9!

2011-07-12T09:00:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to yesterday's winner...Amanda Best!

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Creative Labs MP3 Player Giveaway - Day 8!

2011-07-11T09:00:00.000-07:00

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Creative Labs MP3 Player Giveaway - Day 7!

2011-07-10T09:00:00.000-07:00

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Creative Labs MP3 Player Giveaway - Day 6!

2011-07-09T09:00:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to yesterday's winner...Leah!

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Creative Labs MP3 Player Giveaway - Day 5!

2011-07-08T09:00:00.000-07:00

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Creative Labs MP3 Player Giveaway - Day 4!

2011-07-07T09:00:00.000-07:00

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THE EVERLASTING UK Trailer!

2011-07-07T02:18:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

EVERLASTING is released in the UK today, and I'm in Dublin gearing up for the UK tour which starts tomorrow!

But in the meantime, I wanted to make sure you saw the UK trailer --they did an amazing job!

Enjoy!

Alyson

xoxo

Creative Labs MP3 Player Giveaway - Day 3!

2011-07-06T09:00:00.000-07:00

Congrats to yesterday's winner--Amy Halbern!

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Creative Labs MP3 Player Giveaway - Day 2!

2011-07-05T09:00:00.000-07:00

Congrats to yesterday's giveaway winner...Alfredo Lopez!

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10 Days of MP3 Player Giveaways Contest Details!

2011-07-04T09:00:00.001-07:00

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2011-07-04T09:00:00.000-07:00

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An Interview, the UK Tour, & More!!

2011-06-30T11:02:00.001-07:00

Hey Everyone-

Lots of news to share here, so I'll get right to it . . .

The photo above appears in the July issue of RIVIERA magazine as part of a fun interview I did that you can read HERE!

Also, just wanted to thank you for your continued support of EVERLASTING, which has put it on the Publisher's Weekly bestsellers list as well as the New York Times, USA Today, and Walmart lists--you guys ROCK!!!

And, speaking of EVERLASTING . . . it's about to release in the UK on July 7, and I'm thrilled to say that I will be there to celebrate! A lot of you have been asking for the schedule of events and it's finally here! So without further ado, I present to you the UK Tour Schedule!! I can't wait to be there and look forward to meeting all of you!!

DUBLIN!

Friday, July 8

Reading, Q&A and meet Alyson

6pm, Eason, O’Connell St, Dublin, Ireland

Details here: Easons

KILDARE!

Saturday, July 9

Signing and meet Alyson

12noon – 1pm

Eason White Water, Co.

KildareDetails here: Easons

LONDON!

Sunday, July 10

Alyson will be at the London Comic and Film Con at Earl’s Court

Signing and meet Alyson

11 – 3pm

Details here: Comic and Film Con

LONDON!

Monday, July 11

Immortals Party!

For your chance to win an invitation go to MyKindaBook

NEWCASTLE!

Tuesday, July 12

Private schools event at Newcastle Central Library.

LITTLEHAMPTON!

Wednesday, July 13

Private school event at The Angmering School in Littlehampton

SOUTHAMPTON!

Thursday, July 14

After school in-store signing

5pm, Waterstone’s Southampton

Details here: Waterstones

MANCHESTER!

Friday, July 15

Private event at Chorlton High School, Manchester Deansgate

6.30pm After school in-store signing at Waterstone’s Manchester Deansgate. (This is a ticketed event the cost of the ticket can be discounted off the price of Everlasting)

Details here: Waterstones (scroll down to see details or call 0161 839 1248)

LONDON!

Saturday, July 16

Alyson will be on a whistle-stop signing tour in London we will let you know exact locations and timings shortly so keep your eyes peeled and check back HERE!

Sunday, July 17-- Home Sweet Home!

Thank YOU!!

2011-06-22T14:47:00.001-07:00

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

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

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

Thanks to YOU!

Pics! A Video! An Interview! Giveaways! The UK!

2011-06-19T11:05:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

Just wanted to share some pics of the Portland, Oregon signing with you that were just sent to me from Little Shelf who blogged about the signing HERE and she's giving away a signed copy of SHADOWLAND HERE!!

Oh, and she also did a video of me reading part of Chapter 1, below:

And speaking of giveaways . . .

Kristina over at World of Books is giving away a signed copy of the UK version of EVERMORE--click HERE for your chance to win!

Also, I have an interview up over at My Bookish Ways & she's giving away an ARC of SHIMMER (book 2 in the RILEY BLOOM series) HERE!

And, speaking of the RILEY BLOOM series, I just got a sneak peek at the WHISPER cover (in stores 04.24.12!) and I have to say it's just as pretty as the DREAMLAND (09.13.11) cover below--(Angela Goddard is a Cover Goddess!) I can't wait to share it with you!

And speaking of covers, have you seen the UK cover for EVERLASTING?? It's amazing!

In fact, it's so amazing it must be shown in 4 parts:

Cover Closed

Cover Lifted

Cover open

Full cover

At the moment, I'm sequestered away on a writer's retreat, trying to make some major progress on book 1 in my new SOUL SEEKERS series (in stores May 2012!) before I head off on my UK tour in July. You can see a brief outline of UK signing schedule HERE (more details to come!) and keep up with all the UK info by visiting the UK website HERE & the UK Facebook page HERE!

That's all for now--hope you're all enjoying the Father's Day weekend!

Alyson

xoxo

EVERLASTING a bestseller!!!!

2011-06-15T15:59:00.000-07:00

Thank YOU * Thank YOU * Thank YOU

for making EVERLASTING a New York Times & USA Today Bestseller!!!!

You guys ROCK-- truly--I couldn't do it without you!!!

Have a good night, everyone!

Alyson

xoxo

Thank You Orange- Thank You Everyone!!!

2011-06-12T18:26:00.000-07:00

Last night's signing at Barnes & Noble in Orange was such a great way to end the EVERLASTING Tour--and I just wanted to THANK ALL OF YOU who came out to celebrate with me!!

I also want to THANK EVERYONE who joined me in Atlanta, Philadelphia, Portland, Seattle, and Pasadena -- as well as those who couldn't make the signings but still shared your excitement with me via Twitter and Facebook and Myspace and GoodReads! Your support of the series and your kind words on EVERLASTING mean more to me than you know!!

Today, I'll be a guest on #YALITCHAT from 6:00 - 7:30PM Pacific Standard Time, where I'll be talking about writing, longevity, keeping it fresh, and answering any questions you may have. To access the chat, just head over to Twitter and use the hashtag #YALITCHAT.

For my UK readers who've been asking, I have a tentative schedule of events posted HERE, with more details to come! And if you haven't checked out the new UK site, be sure to do so--they did such an amazing job--I just love it! Click HERE to see it!

Also, if you haven't checked out the amazing offer from Creative Labs --they're selling MP3 players like the ones pictured above, complete with the audio version of EVERMORE already pre-loaded and ready to go! There also offering a generous discount to all IMMORTALS readers--it's an amazing deal you won't want to miss-- click HERE for the details!

And, just a reminder--to keep up on book releases, signings, and more, be sure to download the free Alyson Noel App--available HERE!

Thanks again, everyone for choosing to join me on Ever & Damen's journey--it's been the highlight of my career--a genuine dream come true--and I couldn't have done it without you!!

Peace * Joy * Love

Alyson

xoxo

Thank you, Pasadena--on to Orange & the UK!!!

2011-06-12T17:19:00.000-07:00

Photo courtesy of Niki

Big, sparkly THANKS to all of you who came out to the Pasadena signing last night and for showing me such an awesome time!

And special THANKS to Courtney & Niki for the gorgeous tulips below!!

Tonight is the last stop on the EVERLASTING US Tour and I'll be signing at 7:00PM at:

Barnes & Noble

791 S. Main Street, #100

Orange, CA 92868

For those of you on Twitter, Wednesday night I'm thrilled to be a guest on YA LIT CHAT

where I'll be answering your questions about writing from 6:00 - 7:30 PM Pacific Standard Time. All you have to do is log on to Twitter and use #YALITCHAT to access--look forward to chatting with you!

For those of you asking about the UK EVERLASTING Tour, I have a very basic schedule to share with you. I'll be adding the details as I get them, but for now the public events are:

Friday, July 8th- Saturday, July 9th

Ireland

July 8

Signing

Eason, O’Connell St, Dublin - Time to be announced!

July 9

12noon – 1pm – In-store signing - Eason White Water, Co. Kildare

Sunday, July 10 - Saturday, July 16

England

July 10

London Comic and Film Con at Earl’s Court - time To Be Announced

Monday July 11

Everlasting Party with ‘Aura Manicures’ - Red (virgin!) cocktails - Tarot reader/fortune teller, & more! - Event info To Be Announced!

Tuesday July 12

School event

Wednesday, July 13th

Signings- details to come!

Thursday 14th July

School Event & signing -- details to come!

Friday 15th July

School event & signing -- details to come!

Saturday 16th July

London signings- details to come!

I know that's a lot of times to be announced and details to come--but I'll be posting them as soon as I get them--so stay tuned!!

Can't wait to meet all of you!

Alyson

xoxo

Thank you Seattle--Monday in Pasadena!!!

2011-06-12T16:37:00.000-07:00

Thanks to everyone who made it to the Seattle signing-- I had an amazing time meeting you all!!

Tomorrow I'm headed to Pasadena, CA for a 7PM signing and would love to see you there!

The details are:

Monday, June 13, 7:00 PM

Reading & Signing

Vroman's

695 E. Colorado Blvd.

Pasadena, CA 91101

(626) 449-5320

Also, be on the lookout for the EVERLASTING TV commercial, now playing on: MTV, MTV2, Disney XD, Comedy Central, Cartoon Network, & ABC Family!!

Happy Sunday, everyone!

Alyson

Thank you Portland--Seattle, You're Next!!!

2011-06-10T09:25:00.000-07:00

Author Colleen Houck & me at the Portland signing!!

Just wanted to thank all of you who made it to last night's signing in Portland! It was an insane day of delays, cancellations, a broken bag, an airline switch, and a made dash from the airport to Powell's--but seeing you all made it worth every second!

As soon as I finish my breakfast (pictured below!), I'll be headed for Seattle--

and would love to see you at 7:00, at:

Third Place Books

6504 20th Ave NE

Seattle, WA 98115

Have a great day, everyone!

Alyson

xoxo

Thank you Philadelphia--on to Portland!!

2011-06-09T09:26:00.001-07:00

Just wanted to thank all of you who came out to the signing in Philadelphia last night!! It was great meeting all of you, and wonderful to celebrate the EVERLASTING release with you!!

I also got to meet a reader (see below!) that's been in touch with me since she was in high school--she's now going into her junior year in college--and it was amazing to finally get to meet her in person--I feel like I watched her grow up!

And THAT is what makes going on tour so much fun!!

Headed to Portland, Oregon tonight--hope to see you at:

Thursday, June 9, 7:00 PM

Reading & Signing

Powell's Books at Cedar Hills Crossing

3415 SW Cedar Hills Blvd.

Beaverton, OR 97005

Also, Creative Labs is now selling mp3 players that come preloaded with EVERMORE! They're sending me a bunch to give away--more on that coming soon!--but in the meantime, you can check out the MP3 player HERE. (and below!)

In addition, IMMORTALS fans will receive a 10% discount on the ZEN Style M100 or the ZEN Style M300, by entering the code “Immortal” in the shopping cart (code is not case-sensitive). The discount will be in effect from June 6 to July 6!

And, as if that wasn't awesome enough, audible has also set up a free trial membership for IMMORTALS fans. By clicking HERE you can get a free 30 day membership to the site!

They're really cool players, so be sure to check them out!!

Have a great day, everyone!

Alyson

xoxo

Thank you, Atlanta-- on to Philadelphia!!

2011-06-08T06:13:00.000-07:00

EVERLASTING release day in Atlanta! Photo courtesy of Vania at VLC Productions!

Just a quick note to thank ALL of you who made it out to last night's EVERLASTING Tour kick-off in Atlanta. So many of you came from out of state- rearranged vacations - one of you even took a 10 hour bus ride (!) - oh, and the Damen and Ouroboros T-shirts were amazing!! I always say I have the BEST READERS EVER -- and once again, you proved it true!!

Today I'll be signing in Philadelphia, PA and I'd love to see you there!

Wednesday, June 8, 7:00 PM
Reading & Signing
Barnes & Noble
210 Commerce Blvd
Fairless Hills, PA 19030
(215) 269-0442

Thanks again!

Have a great day, everyone!

Alyson

EVERLASTING in Stores NOW!!!!

2011-06-07T09:13:00.000-07:00

The EVERLASTING release day is finally here, and I'm in beautiful( and HOT!) Atlanta, Georgia getting ready to sign tonight at the Barnes & Noble in Alpharetta--and I'd love to see YOU there!

Barnes & Noble

Mansell Crossings Shopping Center

Alpharetta, GA 30022

(770) 993-8340

Tomorrow, I'm off to Philadelphia, PA, followed by stops in Portland, OR, Seattle, WA, Pasadena, CA, and Orange, CA. For all the signing deets, click HERE!!

Thanks everyone for making this day so awesome!!!

Alyson

xoxo

EVERLASTING in Stores Tomorrow!!!

2011-06-06T07:42:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

It's almost here!! Release day for EVERLASTING is tomorrow, Tuesday, June 7 and I'll be in Atlanta, the first stop on the EVERLASTING tour, where I'll be signing hot-off-the-press copies!

RT Magazine gave it 4 Stars, saying:

"Noël's long-awaited conclusion to her Immortals series delivers, with a rich and satisfying plot, a complete ending and a healthy mix of wisdom and magic. Fans will be pleased with how well Noël ties up all the loose ends but also gives the book its own exciting plot. You'll be sad to see the series end, but satisfied with its conclusion."

I know a few of you have managed to find early copies, and I want to thank you for the kind words you shared with me--and also for keeping your posts spoiler free! :)

Writing this series has been the highlight of my career, and I just want to THANK ALL OF YOU for joining me on Ever & Damen's journey!

Hope to see you on one of the tour stops listed below!

EVERLASTING Tour

Tuesday, June 7, 7:00 PM

Reading & Signing

Barnes & Noble

Mansell Crossings Shopping Center

Alpharetta, GA 30022

(770) 993-8340

Wednesday, June 8, 7:00 PM

Reading & Signing

Barnes & Noble

210 Commerce Blvd

Fairless Hills, PA 19030

(215) 269-0442

Thursday, June 9, 7:00 PM

Reading & Signing

Powell's Books at Cedar Hills Crossing

3415 SW Cedar Hills Blvd.

Beaverton, OR 97005

(503) 228-4651

Friday, June 10, 7:00 PM

Reading & Signing

Third Place Books

6504 20th Ave NE

Seattle, WA 98115

(206) 525-2347

Monday, June 13, 7:00 PM

Reading & Signing

Vroman's

695 E. Colorado Blvd.

Pasadena, CA 91101

(626) 449-5320

Tuesday, June 14, 7:00 PM

Reading & Signing

Barnes & Noble

791 S. Main Street, #100

Orange, CA 92868

4 Days & A Trailer!!!

2011-06-03T10:11:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

Just 4 more days until EVERLASTING hits the stores, but until then, I hope you enjoy the trailer!

Have a good weekend--hope to see you on one of the EVERLASTING Tour Stops!!

Alyson

xoxo

One Week!!!!

2011-05-31T10:44:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

In just one week from today, EVERLASTING will be in stores and I'll be signing in Atlanta--I can hardly believe it's almost here!

After, Atlanta, I'll be heading to Philadelphia, PA - Portland, OR - Seattle, WA - Pasadena, CA - and Orange, CA. I'd love to see you at one of the stops, so please save the date! You can see the full schedule HERE!

Also, I have a lifestyle interview featured in the June issue of COAST magazine's "At Home With" section. It's a bit of a trek to see the digital version, but for the adventurous among you, start by clicking HERE, and then click on "contents" at the top, then scroll down to "at home with" and click, it'll bring you to my piece. Or you can scroll to page 82 - either way!

And I just wanted to THANK YOU for all of your enthusiasm and excitement for EVERLASTING's release--you guys not only make it possible, but you make it worthwhile!!

Have a great day!

Alyson

xoxo

Bookmark with Maria Hall Brown!!!

2011-05-27T08:35:00.000-07:00

I've been a fan of Maria Hall Brown's awesome show BOOKMARK for years, and always dreamed of appearing as a guest. So when I got my big chance, I didn't hesitate to accept--even though I'd just come off tour for DARK FLAME and was in the middle of moving (which means I had few to no clean clothes -which also explains the shirt that I wore!)

Anyway, it aired on Real Orange last July, and my bit begins at the 9 minute 30 second mark--enjoy!!

Watch the full episode. See more Real Orange.

JUSTINE Magazine!!!

2011-05-26T14:52:00.000-07:00

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

Two Weeks!!!

2011-05-24T08:35:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

Wow, I can hardly believe the EVERLASTING release is just two weeks away (in stores 06.07.11!)!

If you haven't read chapters 1 - 4 yet, hurry over to THE IMMORTALS Facebook Fan Page--when you hit the "like" button--you'll get access to a sneak peek--all you have to do is click HERE!

And, I'll be heading out on tour soon, starting in Atlanta, GA- then going on to Philadelphia, PA- Portland, OR- Seattle,WA- Pasadena,CA & Orange, CA -- the dates & times & other details are HERE!

In other news, I did a fun piece for the Orange County Register, called: Ten Things You Don't Know About Me, that you can see HERE.

And there's a nice feature on me in this week's Orange County Business Journal where I talk about the movie deals, the genre, the industry, & more--click HERE to view!

And, just in, probably the cutest review for RADIANCE that I've ever received, complete with illustration that you can see HERE!

Oh, and last but most certainly not least:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY HUSBAND!!!! YOU ROCK MY WORLD!!!

Have a good day!

Alyson

xoxo

EVERLASTING Sneak Peek, Chapters 3 & 4!!!!

2011-05-17T08:40:00.001-07:00

in stores 06.07.11!

Just 3 more weeks until EVERLASTING, the 6th & final installment in THE IMMORTALS series is released, but all you have to do to get as sneak peek at chapters 1 - 4, is become a fan of THE IMMORTALS facebook page, by clicking HERE!

Speaking of EVERLASTING, RT magazine, gave it 4 stars saying:

Also, I'll be heading out on tour in June, and would love to see you at one of the following stops:

EVERLASTING Tour

Tuesday, June 7, 7:00 PM

Reading & Signing

Barnes & Noble

Mansell Crossings Shopping Center

Alpharetta, GA 30022

(770) 993-8340

Wednesday, June 8, 7:00 PM

Reading & Signing

Barnes & Noble

210 Commerce Blvd

Fairless Hills, PA 19030

(215) 269-0442

Thursday, June 9, 7:00 PM

Reading & Signing

Powell's Books at Cedar Hills Crossing

3415 SW Cedar Hills Blvd.

Beaverton, OR 97005

(503) 228-4651

Friday, June 10, 7:00 PM

Reading & Signing

Third Place Books

6504 20th Ave NE

Seattle, WA 98115

(206) 525-2347

Monday, June 13, 7:00 PM

Reading & Signing

Vroman's

695 E. Colorado Blvd.

Pasadena, CA 91101

(626) 449-5320

Tuesday, June 14, 7:00 PM

Reading & Signing

Barnes & Noble

791 S. Main Street, #100

Orange, CA 92868

The UK version of EVERLASTING releases on 7.7.11, and I'll be heading for England and Ireland to sign copies--details on dates & places coming soon!!

Have a good day everyone!

Alyson

xoxo

Happy Mother's Day!!

2011-05-08T15:23:00.000-07:00

Just wanted to wish my mom, along with moms everywhere, a very Happy Mother's Day!!!

And, for my German readers, I'm thrilled to be on this month's cover of LoveLetter magazine!! Click HERE to see more!

Happy Sunday!

Alyson

xoxo

Perfectly Paranormal

2011-05-02T09:24:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

Just wanted to share some pics from Sunday's "Perfectly Paranormal" Panel on the YA stage at the LA Times Festival of Books!!

Thanks to all of you who braved the heat to join us--it was wonderful to see you!

And thanks to the always amazing VLC Productions for taking the pics!!

Have a great day!

Alyson

xoxo

DJ MacHale & me

Lisa McMann, Margaret Stohl, & me

Me, Lisa McMann, & Aaron Hartzler

Neal Shusterman, DJ MacHale, me, Lisa McMann, & Aaron Hartzler

LA Times Festival of Books!!

2011-04-29T14:36:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone--

Just a quick reminder that I'll be at the LA Times Festival of Books this weekend, which takes place on the USC campus this year. My events are listed below--hope to see you there!

Saturday, April 30, 2011 4:00 PM

Signing in Mysterious Galaxy booth

Founders Park, Booth #372

alongside YA authors: Gayle Forman, Michael Grant, & Cindy Pon

May 1, 2011 3:00 PM

Panel:“Perfectly Paranormal: Writing the Fantastic”

alongside YA authors: DJ MacHale, Lisa McMann, & Neal Shusterman-

with Aaron Hartzler moderating

Signing to follow immediately after

FOREVER SUMMER in stores now!!!

2011-04-25T14:04:00.000-07:00

Summer. A break from the burdens of school. Deep tans, deeper thoughts. Far away from the everyday. Closer to making dreams come true...What does summer mean to you? For the two teenage girls in these two unforgettable novels, summer means being torn away from the familiar and finding new friends. A new place in the world. A new sense of self. And maybe even new love along the way...

Forever Summer: When you're having the time of your life, you never want it to end.

Hey Everyone-

I'm so excited to announce that FOREVER SUMMER, a special edition 2-in-1 reissue of LAGUNA COVE & CRUEL SUMMER is in stores now! Just looking at the cover makes me dream of long, lazy days on the beach--and I hope you enjoy reading these stories as much as I enjoyed writing them!

For your chance at a free copy, check out the interview I did HERE --be sure to read all the way to the bottom where they've posted the rules.

And speaking of reissues, SAVING ZOE, just got a nice review over at Fresh Fiction, which you can read HERE.

And, for those of you interested in signed copies, I'll be appearing this coming weekend at the LA Times Festival of Books - held this year on the USC Campus in LA! My schedule follows below--I really hope to see you there!

LA TImes Festival of Books

USC Campus

Los Angeles, CA

April 30, 2011 4:00 PM

Signing in Mysterious Galaxy booth

May 1, 2011 3:00 PM Panel:

“Perfectly Paranormal: Writing the Fantastic”

The 1st EVERLASTING Review!!!

2011-04-19T16:16:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone-

The first review for EVERLASTING is in . . . and it's a good one!!

RT Magazine says:

“Noel’s long-awaited conclusion to her Immortals series delivers, with a rich and satisfying plot, a complete ending and a healthy mix of wisdom and magic. Fans will be pleased with how well Noel ties up all the loose ends but also gives the book its own exciting plot. You’ll be sad to see the series end, but satisfied with its conclusion.” –4 Stars

Hope you enjoy it too--in stores 06.07.11!!

Alyson
:)

Tales from the Real OC (Really!)

Happy Valentine's Day!

SOUL SEEKERS Portal Now Live!

Win a Signed Book!

Keeping Secrets!

Happy New Year!!!

Right as Rain

Every Picture Tells a Story

Closer Magazine!

FATED!!!!

Playing Catch Up!

Pen Fatale Heads for Seattle!!

Pen Fatale Tour!

Art Geeks & Prom Queens Redux!!!

The Pen Fatale Tour!!

Bienal do Livro Signing!!

Blogger's Conference in Brazil!!

More Photos from the Brazil Tour!

Brazil in Pictures!

Pen Fatale Tour!

Videos from Brazil!

DREAMLAND In Stores Now!!!!

Brazil Bound!!

Pen Fatale Tour!

Yep, More UK Tour Pics & Masterclass!!

Ending THE IMMORTALS!

Win a Signed Copy of EVERLASTING!

Brazil!

The Seekers Are Coming!!

The UK Pics Continued!!

DREAMLAND!!!

More Pics from the UK tour!!

More Pics From the UK: The EVERLASTING Launch Party!!!

The Ireland/UK Tour in Pictures!

10 Days of MP3 Player Giveaways--Final Winner!

Creative Labs MP3 Player Giveaway - Day 10!

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THE EVERLASTING UK Trailer!

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An Interview, the UK Tour, & More!!

Thank YOU!!

Pics! A Video! An Interview! Giveaways! The UK!

EVERLASTING a bestseller!!!!

Thank You Orange- Thank You Everyone!!!

Thank you, Pasadena--on to Orange & the UK!!!

Thank you Seattle--Monday in Pasadena!!!

Thank you Portland--Seattle, You're Next!!!

Thank you Philadelphia--on to Portland!!

Thank you, Atlanta-- on to Philadelphia!!

EVERLASTING in Stores NOW!!!!

EVERLASTING in Stores Tomorrow!!!

EVERLASTING Tour

4 Days & A Trailer!!!

One Week!!!!

Bookmark with Maria Hall Brown!!!

JUSTINE Magazine!!!

Two Weeks!!!

EVERLASTING Sneak Peek, Chapters 3 & 4!!!!

EVERLASTING Tour

Happy Mother's Day!!

Perfectly Paranormal

LA Times Festival of Books!!

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