Showing posts with label YA science fiction. Show all posts
Showing posts with label YA science fiction. Show all posts

Monday, October 28, 2019

Remeon's Destiny, by J.W. Garrett, earns the Literary Classics Seal of Approval


At almost 16 years of age, Thomas is nearly a man.  Growing up in the late 1940s it is presumed he will soon begin helping his father run the farm.  In rural Virginia, there's not much hope for the boy to escape the simple life of a farmer, but he dreams of more . . . of seeing the world.  Thomas' father is ready to introduce him to other aspects of the business, but first, he expects the boy to get his head out of the clouds.  When Thomas turns ill, it would appear his dreams of liberation are shattered. Then, through a remarkable turn of events, the young man finds himself transported to an alternate world, a planet on which he is the only hope for the survival of its inhabitants.  This unlikely hero has much to learn as he tries to find his way towards fulfilling an extraordinary destiny.

Author J.W. Garrett's Remeon's Destiny, is a marvelous coming-of-age tale that will appeal to readers of all ages.  With an engaging plot, characters that are fleshed out in very real and tangible ways, and fascinating sci-fi elements, this book has much to offer a YA audience.  Recommended for home and school libraries, Remeon's Destiny has earned the Literary Classics Seal of Approval.

LITERARY CLASSICS Book Awards & Reviews International Book Awards • Top Honors Youth Book Awards • Seal of Approval http://www.clcawards.org

Thursday, November 15, 2018

The Language Thieves earns the Literary Classics Seal of Approval


Daniel is none too thrilled to be moving to Ireland.  But when he learns about a centuries-old tribe rumored to steal people’s language, he is determined to learn more.  The Cerebrals, as they are called, live on a remote Scottish island.  They have created a means by which they can drain language directly from people’s minds.  Daniel can’t help but wonder if the Cerebrals have anything to do with his mother’s recent illness.  And now, to make matters worse, it appears the island to which they are moving is inhabited by a tribe called the Cerebrals.

Author Marc Remus’ The Language Thieves is an entirely unique YA Fantasy with Sci-Fi elements. Historical references are beautifully intertwined within the story lending credibility to this thrilling novel which is full of unique plots and sub-plots.  Recommended for home and school libraries, The Language Thieves has earned the Literary Classics Seal of Approval.



LITERARY CLASSICS Book Awards & Reviews International Book Awards • Top Honors Youth Book Awards • Seal of Approval http://www.clcawards.org

Tuesday, June 27, 2017

Quantum Lace, by Bella St. John, earns the Literary Classics Seal of Approval



In 1895 Lady Bridgit’s dream is interrupted by a lucid encounter with a man named Markus, a person living in the future.  Shrugging the encounter off as nothing more than a vivid dream she nearly forgets about the incident.  Then one day something happens which calls to question everything she ever believed to be true.  Thus, begins the magnificent tale of Quantum Lace, a novella. 


There are books out there about time travel that we’ve all read and enjoyed.  But this one is so entirely plausible, so highly engaging, that one can’t help but wonder if the concept of time travel is not only possible, but is perhaps undeniably real.  Taking science fiction to a whole new level, Quantum Lace is a book that will have readers packing their bags in preparation for their own expedition to an alternate place in time.  With a strong female protagonist and a cast of other well-developed characters, this book is sure to hit a home run with hard-to-please audiences and will leave them itching to get started on the next installment in the series.  

LITERARY CLASSICS Book Awards & Reviews International Book Awards • Top Honors Youth Book Awards • Seal of Approval http://www.clcawards.org

Saturday, December 27, 2014

The Reign, by Lynne Stringer, earns the Literary Classics Seal of Approval



The Reign, by Lynne Stringer, is a gripping novel which takes readers on a veritable roller-coaster ride of sci-fi adventure.  Sarah is the Overlord of the planet where she has lived for only a short time.  Her position and title is her birthright, but there are those who do not respect her as the newly appointed leader of their world.  Thankfully she is under the protection of some the finest and most faithful guards who will risk anything to ensure her safety.  But when someone from Sarah's past shows up, Sarah is haunted by questions that have plagued her for years.  Determined to get answers, she sets out to find the truths that have been hidden from her since her childhood.

Book #3 in the Verindon series is filled with action, romance, and enough plot twists to keep the reader guessing all the way to the end.  Stringer has skillfully crafted a tale which will appeal to readers who enjoy science fiction, romance, mystery and even action novels.  This book reads well as a stand-alone, but should be read as part of the series to be fully appreciated. 

The Reign is highly recommended and has earned the Literary Classics Seal of Approval


LITERARY CLASSICS Book Awards & Reviews International Book Awards • Top Honors Youth Book Awards • Seal of Approval http://www.clcawards.org