Alienated
I just finished reading an advance reader copy of Alienated, the first novel by acclaimed screenwriter and director David O. Russell who has teamed up with Andrew Auseon to deliver a hilarious, surprising alien adventure book designated for ages 8 – 12. It’s perfect for reluctant readers – particularly boys – but I am a woman in my mid-thirties and I loved it. Granted, I teach, and have always enjoyed teen fiction, but it’s a darn good book regardless.
In the book, best friends Gene and Vince come across freaky aliens like Arachnid boy, Mold Man, and Crumble Bun all the time as reporters for their homemade weekly tabloid, the Globe, a newsletter featuring stories on the aliens living quietly among humans in Santa Rosa, California. Their classmates, along with almost everyone else, think the stories are just that – stories. And who can blame them, really? A girl who turn everything she touches to crumbs? Right. Determined to find a way to end his geeky outsider status for good, Gene steps on some toes, his traitorous behaviour places he and Vince at the center of an intergalactic conflict, one that could be the death of the their friendship, or even themselves.
If you’ve got a young reluctant reader on your giving list, I’d highly recommend this book.
Win it! We’ve got five (advance reader) copies of Alienated to give away. To enter, leave a comment on this post before noon mst on December 28, 2009.
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December 22nd, 2009 at 10:20 am
I think my step daughter may like this!
December 22nd, 2009 at 10:21 am
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December 22nd, 2009 at 1:52 pm
I do love a good scifi story especially when there is some humor involved. Thanks for the giveaway.
December 22nd, 2009 at 1:52 pm
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December 22nd, 2009 at 5:19 pm
My hubby loves alien books and is looking for new stuff to read to our little guy. This would be awesome!
December 22nd, 2009 at 5:19 pm
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December 22nd, 2009 at 7:20 pm
I’m a huge Auseon fan! I can’t wait to read it!
December 23rd, 2009 at 6:50 am
My son loves anything about aliens. Sounds like a great book.
December 23rd, 2009 at 5:35 pm
I’d love to win this book for my daughter. She would love it.
December 23rd, 2009 at 6:24 pm
i would love to read this mverno@roadrunner.com
December 23rd, 2009 at 7:15 pm
My husband would love to read this book, thanks!
December 23rd, 2009 at 7:15 pm
I subscribe to your emails!
December 23rd, 2009 at 10:54 pm
My nephew would love this!
December 23rd, 2009 at 11:08 pm
I would love to win a copy for my dad!
thanks
nancyrobster@gmail.com
(in Canada)
December 23rd, 2009 at 11:08 pm
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(in Canada)
December 24th, 2009 at 1:10 am
This looks like a fun read.
December 24th, 2009 at 12:05 pm
I would love to win this for my 9 year old son who has just discovered the joys of reading. I am sure he would love this.
December 24th, 2009 at 2:07 pm
I’d love to read this. Thanks for the possibility.
bgcchs(at)yahoo(dot)com
December 24th, 2009 at 2:08 pm
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December 24th, 2009 at 3:34 pm
This looks like something my son would love.
December 25th, 2009 at 11:31 am
My son would love this. Please include me in your giveaway
bluebelle0367(at)hotmail(dot)com
December 25th, 2009 at 5:02 pm
I love a good book
December 25th, 2009 at 8:21 pm
I would love to win this for my niece! macd82 at gmail dot com
December 26th, 2009 at 4:12 pm
my daughter would love it thanks for the giveaway
melissa.barnes76 at yahoo dot com
December 26th, 2009 at 6:20 pm
I would love to win a copy of this!
December 26th, 2009 at 9:41 pm
Looks like a fun read
December 26th, 2009 at 11:01 pm
My brother teaches 4th grade and he is always looking for funny books to share with them. I think this one would be perfect.
fionen_ftw @ fionen dot com
Fionen´s last blog ..Hilarious Clips from SNL
December 26th, 2009 at 11:13 pm
I have a niece who may enjoy this. Thanks for the giveaway.
December 27th, 2009 at 12:48 am
this sounds like a great book for my 8 year old son!
December 27th, 2009 at 7:31 am
This looks like a really good book.
December 27th, 2009 at 1:14 pm
I have a grandson who would really like this!
December 27th, 2009 at 3:31 pm
Happy Weekend!
December 27th, 2009 at 7:57 pm
I would like to read this book
December 27th, 2009 at 10:53 pm
This sounds good! Thanks for having the contest!
December 27th, 2009 at 11:41 pm
I would love to win this, thanks for the chance!
December 28th, 2009 at 1:07 am
Please enter me
December 28th, 2009 at 3:36 am
I do love a good sci-fi story.
mightynaynay(at)cs.com
December 28th, 2009 at 6:04 am
Please enter me into the contest. Thanks!
December 28th, 2009 at 7:37 am
My 9 year old loves to read. My 7 year old is the reluctant reader. Would be great for both of them. THank you
December 28th, 2009 at 8:10 am
It sounds like an interesting book for children. I’m sure my granddaughter would love it.
December 28th, 2009 at 9:24 am
Crumble Bun?! lol. Count me in!
December 28th, 2009 at 9:30 am
Thank you for another opportunity to win. I wish everyone here a prosperous New Year.
December 28th, 2009 at 10:10 am
Thank you for the AWESOME GIVEAWAY.. Please count me in
December 28th, 2009 at 10:38 am
Please enter me! Thanks!!
December 28th, 2009 at 11:34 am
my son would love this looks like a great read
December 28th, 2009 at 11:52 am
My 8 year old son would love this!
December 28th, 2009 at 12:09 pm
i would love to read this . thanks if i win.
December 28th, 2009 at 1:41 pm
my friend would like it
December 28th, 2009 at 1:50 pm
Thank you for the chance to win this exciting book.
December 28th, 2009 at 7:10 pm
Sounds like a sweet read!