June 2014 Book Releases!

To me, summer holidays have always been synonymous with lazy days lounging under the sun (or in an air-conditioned room, if that's more your thing) with a good book in one hand and a cool, refreshing drink in the other. I mean, they don't have a whole genre dedicated to the season--summer reads--for nothing! For those of us seeking an adventure to be whisked away on this holiday, there are quite a few exciting reads being released this month, and not a moment too soon! (As always, click on the book cover to read more about it on Goodreads--you're welcome. (: )

"The Truth About Alice" by Jennifer Mathieu

Release date: June 3

"Mr. Mercedes" by Stephen King

Release date: June 3

"(Don't You) Forget About Me" by Kate Karyus Quinn

Release date: June 10

"Ruin and Rising" (The Grisha Trilogy #3) by Leigh Bardugo

Release date: June 17

"Otherbound" by Corinne Duyvis

Release date: June 17

March '14 Releases!

Spring is almost here! With the chilly days and the endless grey slush bordering the sidewalks, winter's becoming a bore. Now I'm yearning for bright, blue skies and sunlight that gently kisses your face--see, I'm getting all poetic now. To make the long days seem just a little bit shorter, we, of course, have the help of new books being released this month. So hibernate the rest of the winter away and snuggle in the warmth and coziness of your bed with a book!

"Panic" by Lauren Oliver

Release date: Mar. 4

"The Winner's Curse" (The Winner's Trilogy #1) by Marie Rutkoski

Release date: Mar. 4

"Words of Radiance" (The Stormlight Archive #2) by Brandon Sanderson

Release date: Mar. 4

"Nil" by Lynne Matson

Release date: Mar. 4

"Half Bad" (Half Life Trilogy #1) by Sally Green

Release date: Mar. 4

"The Strange and Beautiful Sorrows of Ava Lavender" by Leslye Walton

Release date: Mar. 25

February '14 Releases!

Ahh February, the month of flowers, chocolates, over-stuffed teddy bears and all things love. It's the perfect time to indulge in your guilty pleasures, whether they're not-so-secret stashes of truffles or staring wistfully at that person in your math class (don't worry, I won't tell). For those of us who, unfortunately, don't have that special someone just yet, what better time than to spend it with your friends...or a book or two! Luckily for us, we have an enticing line-up of books for you to pick as your potential V-Day date--who knows, maybe you'll find The One!

"Cress" (The Lunar Chronicles #3) by Marissa Meyer

Release date: Feb. 4

"Ignite Me" (Shatter Me #3) by Tahereh Mafi

Release date: Feb. 4

"Landry Park" by Bethany Hagan

Release date: Feb. 4

"Alienated" by Melissa Landers

Release date: Feb. 4

"The Sound of Letting Go" by Stasia Ward Kehoe

Release date: Feb. 6

"Lady Thief" (Scarlet #2) by A.C. Gaughen

Release date: Feb. 11

"Tsarina" by J. Nelle Patrick

Release date: Feb. 27

January '14 Releases

Happy new year!! It's crazy how quickly the last year whizzed by--it's already 2014! I've always felt like starting a new year is like reaching the top of a mountain. You're at the very tip of the cliff, with a crazy, huge climb behind you and teetering on the edge to jump into a whole new adventure. There's something undeniably exhilarating and exciting about a fresh start, ripe with possibilities and opportunities to grab hold of. Of course, along with a new year, we have new book releases--the very first of 2014! Hold onto your tighty whities everyone, it's going to be one heck of a ride.

"Unhinged" (Splintered #2) by A.G. Howard

Release date: Jan. 7

"The Impossible Knife of Memory" by Laurie Halse Anderson

Release date: Jan. 7

"Hollow City" (Miss Peregrine #2) by Ransom Riggs
Release date: Jan. 14

"Evertrue" (Everneath #3) by Brodi Ashton
Release date: Jan. 21

"Avalon" (Avalon #1) by Mindee Arnett

Release date: Jan. 21

"Into the Still Blue" (Under the Never Sky #3) by Veronica Rossi
Release date: Jan. 28

"Cruel Beauty" by Rosamund Hodge
Release date: Jan. 28

"Her Dark Curiosity" (The Madman's Daughter #2) by Megan Shepherd
Release date: Jan. 28

"Infinite" (Newsoul #3) by Jodi Meadows
Release date: Jan. 28

And just a quick note of thanks to my friends and followers for reading my babbling on stories I've read--The Ink Gobbler may not be the most viral book blog out there in the blogosphere, but it's really been made that much better because of you! (:

December '13 Releases!

Ho ho ho... It's that time of the year again! December has always been an exciting month for me. The beautiful strings of fairy lights, rising buzz of shoppers looking for the perfect gift, warm mugs of milk and soft chocolate chip cookies... What more could you ask for? December also signals endings, and it presents the perfect opportunity to look back at the past and look forward to the future. In the midst of the holiday madness and self-musing, however, there's always time for books! This month introduces us to new and exciting books, from Andrea Cremer's continuation of her delicious "Nightshade" series in the new "Nightshade Legacy" series, to Maria V. Snyder's third installment in the "Healer" series! Everyone, please, contain your excitement. Because I sure can't.

"The World Without a Future" by Nazarea Andrews

Release date: Dec. 3

"Chasing the Star Garden" (The Airship Chronicles #1) by Melanie Karsak

Release date: Dec. 4

"Snakeroot" (Nightshade Legacy #1) by Andrea Cremer

Release date: Dec. 10

"These Broken Stars" (Starbound #1) by Amie Kaufman & Meagan Spooner

Release date: Dec. 10

"Fireblood" (Fireblood #1) by Trisha Wolfe

Release date: Dec. 17

"Taste of Darkness" (Healer #3) by Maria V. Snyder

Release date: Dec. 31

November '13 Releases!

Whoah. How is it November already? It's already the penultimate month of 2013, and it's crazy to look back on the year and see how much has happened and how much has changed. What's always unchanging, though (and luckily for us book nerds in search of a good adventure to keep us sane and alive!), is the slew of incredible books that are released every month! Now that's something to be thankful for.

"Champion" (Legend #3) by Marie Lu

Release date: Nov. 5

"Shock and Awe" (Sidewinder #1) by Abigail Roux

Release date: Nov. 11

"World After" (Penryn & the End of Days #2) by Susan Ee

Release date: Nov. 19

"Pawn" (The Blackcoat Rebellion #1) by Aimee Carter

Release date: Nov. 26

"Angel Fever" (Angel #3) by L.A. Weatherly

Release date: Nov. 26

October '13 Releases!

I can't believe this slipped my mind! With college life, things can get pretty hectic, so bear with me. October officially marks autumn territory, with leaves falling from their branches and the air becoming crisper and cleaner. Grab your boots and sweaters! And also maybe take a trip to the bookstore; there are a ton of amazing books that are being released this month as well--perfect for keeping you warm in bed on chillier days. Gah, at this rate, I don't know how I'll be able to read all of these books!

"The House of Hades" (The Heroes of Olympus #4) by Rick Riordan

Release date: Oct. 8

"Just One Year" (Just One Day #2) by Gayle Forman

Release date: Oct. 10

"Revealed" (House of Night #11) by P.C. Cast & Kristin Cast
Release date: Oct. 15

"Across a Star-Swept Sea" (For Darkness Shows the Stars #2) by Diana Peterfreund

Release date: Oct. 15

"Teardrop" (Teardrop #1) by Lauren Kate

Release date: Oct. 22

"Allegiant" (Divergent #3) by Veronica Roth

Release date: Oct. 22

"Desert Tales" (Wicked Lovely) by Melissa Marr

Release date: Oct. 22

"Horde" (Razorland #3) by Ann Aguirre

Release date: Oct. 29

"The Iron Traitor" (The Iron Fey: The Call of the Forgotten #2) by Julie Kagawa
Release date: Oct. 29

It's kind of ridiculous just how many amazing books are out this month. Let me just...