Nick Cross always listens to the voice in his head. Because if he doesn’t? Things can go really, really wrong. Like the day he decided to go off script to save a life, dooming another one in the process. Trying to change the future can have disastrous consequences.
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But this summer at the Jersey Shore, something’s about to happen that Nick never could have predicted. He meets Taryn, a girl with a dark family secret that may be the key to understanding his past. But will she also destroy his future? . Now the path that he thought he was on begins to shift . . . and there’s no way to stop it. Or is there?
In a life where there are no surprises, nothing has prepared Nick for what he’s about to discover—or the choice he will be forced to make. . . .
Starstruck (Delacorte, 2011)
When Gwendolyn “Dough” Reilly’s boyfriend and best friend Wish moves away in seventh grade, the only consolation she can find is in her family bakery’s donuts. Now, it’s sophomore year, and Wish is coming back. But in only three years, they’ve both changed—drastically. She’s seriously overweight, and suddenly Wish is the most popular guy in school, and girls everywhere want him. Dough has doubts that appearances don’t matter and that Wish can love her as she is, so she launches into a plan designed to keep them together. That is, until she discovers that Wish’s gorgeous looks and charm might not be all they appear to be.
Reviews for Starstruck:
"The plot moves along at a steady pace and the suspense builds appropriately . . . Dough's witty voice keeps the narration entertaining. Fans of fairy-tale romances will like it." -- School Library Journal
"I haven’t read a book like this one in a long time . . . (Balog's) story is very unique, she puts so much emotion and realism into her characters, and has an outstanding sense of humor." -- Hippies, Beauties & Books Reviews
Sleepless (Delacorte, 2010)
Eron De Marchelle isn’t supposed to feel a connection. He is a Sandman, a supernatural being whose purpose is to seduce human charges to sleep. While he can communicate with his charges in their dreams, he isn’t encouraged to–after all, getting too involved in one human’s life would prevent him helping his other charges get their needed rest.
But he can’t deny that he feels something for Julia. Julia, with her fiery red hair and her sad dreams. Just weeks ago, her boyfriend died in a car accident, and Eron can tell that she feels more alone than ever. Eron was human once too, many years ago, and he remembers how it felt to lose the one he loved. Eron has always felt protective of Julia . . . but now, when she seems to need him more than ever, he can’t seem to reach her . . .Sandmen are forbidden from communicating with humans outside their dreams. But will Eron be willing to risk everything for a chance to be with the person he loves?
Reviews for SLEEPLESS:
”Suspense, believable characters and an imaginative twist on a ghost story/romance make for a lovely read.” — Kirkus
“An interesting, quick-paced, and compelling paranormal romance . . . Definitely recommended.” – School Library Journal
“This is as much a thoughtful exploration of adolescent relationships as it is a love story.” — Bulletin for the Center of Children’s Books
“Balog’s enticing supernatural story of star-crossed love…will appeal to paranormal romance fans.” — Publisher’s Weekly
Fairy Tale (Delacorte, 2009)
A RWA RITA nominee for Best YA Romantic Fiction (2010)
Morgan Sparks and Cam Browne are a match made in heaven. They’ve been best friends since birth, they tell each other everything, and oh yeah- they’re totally hot for each other.
Morgan Sparks and Cam Browne are a match made in heaven. They’ve been best friends since birth, they tell each other everything, and oh yeah- they’re totally hot for each other.
But a week before their joint Sweet Sixteen bash, everything changes. Cam’s awkward cousin Pip comes to stay, and Morgan is stunned when her formerly perfect boyfriend seems to be drifting away.
When Morgan demands answers, she’s shocked to discover the source of Cam’s distance isn’t another girl- it’s another world. Pip claims that Cam is a fairy. No, seriously. A fairy. And now his people want Cam to return to their world and take his rightful place as Fairy King.
Determined to keep Cam with her, Morgan plots to fool the fairies. But as Cam continues to change, she has to decide once and for all if he really is her destiny, and if their “perfect” love can weather an uncertain future.Reviews for Fairy Tale:
“Morgan’s distinctively funny voice and the touching three-way romance will make this a popular addition to the urban fairy romance market.” — Booklist
“A fantastic debut that will consume you and hold you captive.” — Ravenous Reader
“This novel was addicting. I absolutely loved Balog’s writing style! It had a wonderful flow and was easy to read, plus it told an incredible story. Awesome debut novel, awesome fairy novel.” — The Story Siren
Dead River (Delacorte, coming April 9, 2013!)
When she nearly drowns in a white water rafting trip, Kiandra learns the secret of her mother’s disappearance years before.
Getting Caught (Contemporary YA eBook, with Mandy Hubbard), September, 2011
Sometimes in war... there are no winners.Peyton Brentwood is pretty, popular, and Harvard-bound. Or so she hopes. Her only distraction from AP classes and entrance exams is the prank war with her ex-best friend, Jess Hill. Peyton is used to getting what she wants, and she's not about to let a loser like Jess gain the upper hand.
For Jess, the prank war is an outlet, a way to get revenge on the best friend who left her behind. As if Peyton has the guts to do what it takes to win. Please. There is no way in hell Jess is going to lose this one, even if she has to hit Peyton where it hurts.
These two girls are about to discover it's best to keep your friends close... and your enemies closer.
Get your copy of Getting Caught for only 99 cents at Barnes & Noble or Amazon TODAY!
Dear Bully (Anthology), September, 2011
You are not alone.
Discover how Lauren Kate transformed the feeling of that one mean girl getting under her skin into her first novel, how Lauren Oliver learned to celebrate ambiguity in her classmates and in herself, and how R.L. Stine turned being the “funny guy” into the best defense against the bullies in his class.Today’s top authors for teens come together to share their stories about bullying—as silent observers on the sidelines of high school, as victims, and as perpetrators—in a collection at turns moving and self-effacing, but always deeply personal.
The First Time (Anthology), November, 2011
You never forget your first...
In THE FIRST TIME, 25 young adult authors contribute 25 stories all about firsts: first loves, first kisses, first zombie slayings, and more. Featuring New York Times bestselling authors Carrie Ryan and Jessica Verday, plus a host of others. From humor to horror, and everything in between, these stories will make you laugh, cry, cheer, (and maybe even scream) as you experience something brand new from the authors that you love.
Available exclusively as an eBook at Amazon!
