Hey there, and thanks for stopping by! This is the site of the Elevensies--authors whose debut novels came out in 2011. We're still around, still writing awesome books, still hanging out together and still sharing the journey, but we're mostly behind the scenes now that a new group of debut authors is burning up bookshelves with their amazing work. We still post news here every now and then, so check back often. Interested in what your favorite Elevensies authors are up to lately? Just check out their websites, which are linked in the sidebar. Thanks so much to the readers, bloggers, librarians and booksellers who helped make our debut year so wonderful. 2011 truly was one to remember, and we can't wait to see what's next!

Hi everyone! Since Memorial Day weekend is the official start of summer, which is my favorite time of year, it seemed like a good time to check in! Here’s a short list to help you make the most of this wonderful, fantastic, perfect homework-free season.

1. Never use the words “summer” and “school” in the same sentence.
2. Don’t wear socks between June 1 and September 30.
3. Ice cream melts fast, so eat it quickly, then have some more.
4. If a girl asks you if she looks fat in a bathing suit, never say “yes.”
5. French fries go with everything.
6. Swimming counts as a shower.
7. When your mom tells you you’re getting too much sun, go inside and play video games.
8. Sand belongs on the beach, not in your bed.
9. Stay away from movies that involve a lot of screaming.
10. Never use the words “summer” and “reading list” in the same sentence.

Hi Guys,

I'm so excited to reveal the cover for book two in THE FAERIE RING series today!  There's a full post over on my blog. Thanks for letting me share!!

coz here's mine, just posted. happy spring everyone. tg

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2PTYBn_wu1M

I just got a new trailer for Book #2, Eye of the Sword, which came out March 13. Book #3 is written, but I'm waiting for the publisher to say if and when they want it. Meanwhile, here's the link to the latest trailer. Happy writing and reading to everyone!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ei33h9br3JM

wow! Have you guys seen Ruta's new cover? Just saw it in my bookstore and had to buy the paperback because it's sooooo pretty. I think I like it even better than the hardcover. Congrats on all your success, Ruta!

Just wanted to let everyone know that the Top Three Things I've Learned series is up live on my blog right now! Drop by and share some wisdom there, or point some debuts to it.

Thanks everyone for participating! I've already gotten a lot of feedback, and people seem to really like the article :)

You can visit the site here: http://bethrevis.blogspot.com/2012/03/top-three-things-youve-learned.html

(I'm having some trouble with LJ at the moment and can't get linking or html to work correctly...)

And congratulations to Carole Estby Dagg, whose novel THE YEAR WE WERE FAMOUS is a finalist for SCBWI Western Washington's Crystal Kite Award!

Congrats, Ruta and Chris!