D. J. MacHale

7PM THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16 Teen Event | D.J. MacHale: Strike LOCATION: CHANGING HANDS PHOENIX

The teen author behind the Pendragon series visits with the final novel in his #1 bestselling SYLO Chronicles trilogy.

In SYLO, fourteen-year-old Tucker Pierce and his friends escaped Pemberwick Island and the mysterious SYLO agency. In Storm, they navigated a United States at war with itself and survived betrayal from within. Now in Strike, Tucker and his friends remain on the run. They are driven directly into the base of the invaders, where they discover a strange set of glowing doors. Once they walk through them, they will never be the same.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR D.J. MacHale is the author of the bestselling book series Pendragon, the spooky Morpheus Road trilogy, and the whimsical picture book The Monster Princess. He has written, directed, and produced numerous award-winning television series and movies for young people including Are You Afraid of the Dark?, Flight 29 Down, and Tower of Terror. He lives with his family in Southern California. You can visit him online at djmachalebooks.com.

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From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Pendragon series and the Morpheus Road trilogy, comes the second book in a young adult sci-fi-conspiracy trilogy by D.J. MacHale. In book one, SYLO, fourteen-year-old Tucker Pierce’s hometown of Pemberwick Island, ME, is invaded by a secret branch of the U.S. military called SYLO. SYLO tells residents that the area may be infected with a deadly virus that must be kept quarantined. When Tucker and his friends grew suspicious of SYLO’s story, they escape a military boat chase to make it to safer land in Portland. But when they arrive, nothing is as it should be. Kirkus Reviews raved in a starred review, “Absolutely un-put-down-able, more exciting than an X-Box and roller coaster combined” (GibsonsB)… (més)

Please join us when #1 New York Times bestselling author D.J. MacHale (PENDRAGON), comes to present and sign STORM, Book 2 of his action-fueled, tantalizingly plotted SYLO CHRONICLES sci-fi conspiracy trilogy.

A thrilling trilogy that begins on a peaceful island community that is rocked by a series of mysterious deaths, and quickly becomes a massive conflict that will determine the future of mankind. A group of young people uncover clues they hope will lead to the truth behind the madness for nothing is what it first appears to be. The quest to defend their home is made all the more difficult because they can’t be sure of who to trust…and who to fear. Everyone is a suspect. Nowhere is safe.

Click here to watch D.J. MacHale talk about SYLO CHRONICLES

D.J. MacHale is the author of the bestselling book series Pendragon: Journal of an Adventure through Time and Space, the spooky Morpheus Road trilogy, and the whimsical picture book The Monster Princess. He has written, directed, and produced numerous award-winning television series and movies for young people including Are You Afraid of the Dark?, Flight 29 Down, and Tower of Terror. D.J. lives with his family in Southern California. You can visit him online at djmachalebooks.com.

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From #1 New York Times bestselling author D.J. MacHale comes STORM—the exhilarating, action-packed sequel to SYLO:

"A relentlessly fast-paced, intriguing, expertly-written tale that leaves you breathless and satisfied, yet wanting more. Highly recommended." --James Dashner, New York Times bestselling author of the Maze Runner series

"Absolutely un-put-downable, more exciting than an X-box and roller coaster combined."—Kirkus, starred review

"If you're a fan of The Maze Runner and Alex Rider, you might want to pick up SYLO... A fast-paced read and a huge cliffhanger." --EW.com

"With this extremely high-octane story that's the equivalent to a summer movie blockbuster, MacHale kicks off an apocalyptic trilogy sure to leave readers demanding the next installment."—Booklist

"This action-filled, end-of-the-world-as-we-know-it adventure... should leave teen readers clamoring for the next installment." --VOYA

"An entertaining and creepy tale."—Publishers Weekly

"MacHale pens some terrific and unique action scenes... will leave readers hungry for the next installment." --School Library Journal About the Author

D.J. MacHale is the author of the bestselling book series Pendragon: Journal of an Adventure through Time and Space, the spooky Morpheus Road trilogy, and the whimsical picture book The Monster Princess. He has written, directed, and produced numerous award-winning television series and movies for young people including Are You Afraid of the Dark?, Flight 29 Down, and Tower of Terror. D.J. lives with his family in Southern California.

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Talk & Booksigning with D.J. MacHale for his new book, Storm!

About the book: After a harrowing escape from the SYLO occupied Pemberwick Island, Tucker Pierce and his surviving friends have finnaly reached the mainland, only to find that no one is left. The once bustling seaport city is deserted.

From the bowels of a Portland hospital where they encounter their first fellow survivor, to the abandoned stores they must raid for supplies, Tucker, Tori and company set off on a quest for answers and, for Tucker, vengeance. Tucker soon realizes that "trust no one" doesn't just mean the U.S. military.

D.J. MacHale is a writer, director, executive producer and creator of several popular television series and movies. His ten-volume book series Pendragon became a New York Times #1 bestseller. As co-creator of the popular Nickelodeon series, Are You Afraid of the Dark?, he produced all 91 episodes over eight years.

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Want to meet your favorite author? Want to meet some new authors? Grab your friends and come to the best tween reading conference in Texas! But if you can’t make it, and want autographed copies of these books, order below. For details on the event schedule, please visit tweensread.com. We have 23 authors on hand this year: Keynote Speaker D.J. MacHale Closing Speaker Shannon Hale Other Authors: Kathi Appelt Lee Bacon T.A. Barron Michael Buckley Caroline Carlson Michael Fry Lisa Greenwald Tommy Greenwald Lisi Harrison Amy Ignatow Gordon Korman Jeramey Kraatz Christopher Krovatin Diana Lopez John Bemelmans Marciano Megan McCafferty Sarah Mlynowski Catherine Gilbert Murdock Erica Perl Holly Goldberg Sloan Jude Watson

Address: South Houston High School 3820 Shaver St, South Houston, TX 77587

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The Monster Princess by D. J. MacHale, Alexandra Boiger (Illustrator)
King Hugo's Huge Ego by Chris Van Dusen
Blueberries for the Queen by Katherine Paterson, John Paterson, Susan Jeffers (Illustrator)

Storytime Wear your crown or tiara, your royal jewels and finery and join us as we read stories all about kings, queens, princes and princesses! We will then have a ripping good time with a royal activity and deign to dine on a truly tantalizing treat. (afegit de Barnes & Noble)… (més)

Once again, we are thrilled to work with the librarians of greater Houston to host the third annual TeenBookCon. This event is a great opportunity for teens and other fans of YA literature to interact with a variety of authors and graphic novelists! This event will be held at Alief Taylor High School; address information is listed below.

For details on the event schedule, please visit www.teenbookcon.org.

We will have 24 authors and graphic novelists on hand this year:

Keynote speaker: Orson Scott Card

Novelists: Alexandra Adornetto Jesse Andrews Holly Black Megan Crewe Gina Damico Elizabeth Eulberg Trinity Faegen Michael Grant Tara Hudson D.J. MacHale Lisa McMann Robin Mellom Marissa Meyer Catherine Gilbert Murdock Marlene Perez Inara Scott Ruta Septys Maggie Stiefvater Siobhan Vivian Jessica Spotswood Michelle Zink

Graphic Novelists: Lea Hernandez Dusty Higgins Nick Pitarra Van Jensen

Where: Alief Taylor High School, 7555 Howell Sugar Land Road, Houston, TX 77083

When: Saturday, April 14, 10:00 – 4:00

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