This week we rang in the new year by looking back at our favorite stories from 2013. We choose The Real Boy by Anne Ursu, Almost Home by Joan Bauer, Nate Rocks the School by Karen Pokras Toz, and The Klipfish Code by Mary Casanova. Friday, we were lucky enough for the chance to chat with Ms. Casanova and it was great to learn more about her story. Today, we want to hear from you!
The DMS wants to know: What was your favorite story of 2013?
We told you ours. Now, let's hear yours!
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I hate to say it, but I'm not sure what book was my favorite in 2013. I haven't read any of the ones you mentioned. But, I have read a few written by Richard Peck, I love his books!
ReplyDeleteCreative Writing in the Blackberry Patch- I have read 4 books by Richard Peck and enjoyed them all. I have one waiting to be read next to my bed. Thanks for sharing. :) ~L
DeleteWell I shared my top 10 in YA, NA and Adult but if I had to choose one book...Bone Season by Samantha Shannon
ReplyDeleteKimba- I have Bone Season on my list! It sounds amazing! Thanks for sharing. :) ~L
DeleteI'm sorry to admit I didn't read too many books this year. My fav was Cell by Stephen King. It was a tense, fast paced apocalypse story.
ReplyDeleteLexa- I always enjoy a good Stephen King book, but I haven't read Cell- yet. I will have to check it out! ~Jess
DeleteI really loved ONE CRAZY SUMMER, which I read last year. That's the first book that popped into my head.
ReplyDeleteMedeia- I have had One Crazy Summer on my list since I first heard about it. I will definitely have to read it this year. :) ~L
DeleteToo hard to pick one because I loved many. Taken and All Our Yesterdays were two of my favorite debut books. Champion, The Bitter Kingdom, & Crown of Midnight are some of my favorite YA books. Also loved Plastic Polly, The Runaway King,, and Exile in MG books.
ReplyDeleteNatalie- Thanks for sharing so many great title with us! There are so many amazing books out there. :) ~L
DeleteI guess my absolute favorite was Rose Under Fire by Elizabeth Wein followed by The True Blue Scouts of Sugar Man Swamp, Romeo Blue, Navigating Early and Beholding Bee. I did love The Klipfish Code and this week I have The Real Boy to read.
ReplyDeleteWOW, thanks for asking your question, I surprised myself with my answer.
Alex- Great answer! I haven't read Romeo Blue yet- but I loved The Romeo and Juliet Code. We are interviewing Phoebe Stone here tomorrow. We met her and she is so nice! Lots of the books you mentioned are on my list (from reading your blog). :) ~L
DeleteI adored The One and Only Ivan. I would have to say Marcelo in the Real World was a close second, though.
ReplyDeleteDawn- I also really enjoyed The One and Only Ivan! I will have to check out Marcelo in the Real World! :) ~L
DeleteHmm, I read so many good books this year! One that really stands out though is The Spirit Keeper--loved that book! (Oh, and be sure to stop by my blog on Monday--little surprise for you there, hint hint!)
ReplyDeleteMeradeth- The Spirit Keeper sounds fantastic! I am so happy to have won your giveaway. Could you hear me screaming at your house? :) ~Stephanie
DeleteMy favorite book this year was entitled...The Thickety...it's not even out yet and I loved it and can not wait for the second book...
ReplyDeletePatty- I remember seeing The Thickety on your blog. It look like a wonderful fantasy book that I will love. The cover is amazing! :) ~L
DeleteThat's always a hard question. I find that each book has its merits and I can't say one is my favorite.
ReplyDeleteLee- I have a hard time too! :) ~L
DeleteMy favorite book in 2013 was Savvy by Ingrid Law. I'm sure you girls have read it. It's utterly magical and amazing. A perfect read from start to finish.
ReplyDeleteAdriana- Savvvy was awesome and I enjoyed Scumble too! We interviewed Ingrid Law and it was fascinating to learn more about her and her writing. :) Thanks for the recommendation! ~L
DeleteThe Real Boy is a great pick :D I loved it as well. My favorite book was Cress by Marissa Meyer. <3 Rapunzel re-telling, mostly :D
ReplyDeleteCarina- I can't wait to read Cress. Your teasers have been fabulous! I also loved The Real Boy! :) ~Jess
DeleteUhhh... Do you mean NEW books, or ones you READ in 2013? Hmm... I love any Brian Jacques book, but they are older... I also loved Chupacabra by Roland Smith... and the anniversary edition of Momo:)
ReplyDeleteErik- Any books read in 2013 work! :) I haven't read a Brian Jacques book yet, but I have heard they are amazing. I will have to check them out! Chupacabra also sounds great. Thanks for sharing. :) ~L
DeleteI'm still reading my friends' Indie books and loving them all. Wish I could choose just one.
ReplyDeleteDonna- Indie books are awesome! Happy Reading! :) ~L
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