Check out the awesome cover for the final book in Marie Lu‘s “Legend” series, “Champion”!

“There are a couple of deaths,” Ms. Lu dished to EW about the third book. “And possibly some things to be devastated about. What can I say, I’m a writer — I enjoy forcing pain and suffering on my characters! I can’t reveal much, but I will say that ‘Champion’ is the only book in the trilogy where I cried while writing it.”

“Champion” tunes readers back into the lives of June and Day. June is back in the good graces of the Republic, working within the government’s elite circles as Princeps Elect while Day has been assigned a high level military position. But neither could have predicted the circumstances that will reunite them once again.

Just when a peace treaty is imminent, a plague outbreak causes panic in the Colonies, and war threatens the Republic’s border cities. This new strain of plague is deadlier than ever, and June is the only one who knows the key to her country’s defense. But saving the lives of thousands will mean asking the one she loves to give up everything he has.

The book debuts on November 5th.

No, “The Originals” isn’t a book tie-in to the upcoming CW show — it’s just this super cool new novel by one of JJJ‘s fave authors, Cat Patrick.

Do you ever imagine how cool it would be to have a clone who could go to school for you while you sleep the day away? Or you have two things you want to go to, but can only go to one because you’re just one person? “The Originals” touches a ton on that subject.

WHAT IS IT ABOUT? 17-year-olds Lizzie, Ella, and Betsey Best grew up as identical triplets…until they discovered a shocking family secret. They’re actually closer than sisters, they’re clones. Hiding from a government agency that would expose them, the Best family appears to consist of a single mother with one daughter named Elizabeth. Lizzie, Ella, and Betsey take turns going to school, attending social engagements, and a group mindset has always been a de facto part of life…

Then Lizzie meets Sean Kelly, a guy who seems to see into her very soul. As their relationship develops, Lizzie realizes that she’s not a carbon copy of her sisters; she’s an individual with unique dreams and desires, and digging deeper into her background, Lizzie begins to dismantle the delicate balance of an unusual family that only science could have created.

WHY YOU SHOULD READ IT: It’s clones, a love pentagon, and a bit of science fiction mixed in. We don’t want to give everything away though, so go pick it up!

HONORABLE MENTIONS: “Icons” by Margaret Stohl, “Towering” by Alex Flinn, “Allies” by S.J. Kincaid, “Parallel” by Lauren Miller, “Truth or Dare” by Jacqueline Green and “Sky on Fire” by Emmy Laybourne. More Here! »

Zendaya and Bella Thorne hold up a copy of Jenny Lee‘s new book, “Elvis and the Underdogs”.

The whole cast posed with the new book by Ms. Lee, who also happens to write for Shake It Up!

“Elvis and the Underdogs” summary: Ten-year-old Benji has always felt like a misfit. He is small and has health concerns that include fainting in stressful situations. He has also become the favorite target of the class bully. When he suffers a seizure at school and ends up in the hospital, his only alternative to wearing a protective helmet is to get a therapy dog, to which his mother reluctantly agrees. However, Parker Elvis Pembroke IV, a Newfoundland, is not just a therapy dog; he is a talking dog whom only Benji can hear. With his arrival, Benji’s life starts to change dramatically for the better.

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Congrats, Zendaya!

The 16-year-old actress just inked a book deal with Disney Publishing Worldwide!

In her first book, “In Between U and Me: How to Rock Your Tween Years with Style and Confidence”, Zendaya will dish tons of advice for navigating the tween years with all the tools needed to be happy and healthy.

“The tween years can be really fun and exciting, but they can also be a tough time in a girl’s life,” she shared in a statement. “You’re just finding your voice and personal style. There’s a lot of drama in relationships with other girls, parents, siblings, teachers, and boys. I hope this book will help girls through the tougher parts of the tween years and help them appreciate the fun parts.”

The book will also feature personal photos, candid anecdotes, recipes, playlists, doodles, and advice from Zendaya’s team of experts.

“In Between U and Me: How to Rock Your Tween Years with Style and Confidence” will hit shelves on August 6th.

Kaitlyn Dever celebrates the Screen Actors Guild Foundation 20 Years Of BookPALS held at West Hollywood City Council Chamber on Saturday afternoon (May 11) in West Hollywood, Calif.

The 16-year-old actress was joined by Jessie actor Karan Brar, Joshua Rush, Jack McBrayer and founder Barbara Bain for the event.

“Loved reading to such sweet little kids today. This is my favorite part of my job:) @SAGFoundation #BookPALS,” Kaitlyn tweeted afterwards.

Kaitlyn‘s show, Last Man Standing, was recently renewed for a third season on ABC!

“Thanks everyone 4 all of your awesome tweets about the excitement 4 season 3 of @LastManABC! It’s gonna b a gr8 year. More good news 2 come,” she wrote.

25+ pics inside… More Here! »

Ever write an email and miss a letter or number and it gets sent to the wrong person? What if that email ‘accidentally’ ended up in a famous celebrity’s inbox? Or, if the celebrity was the one emailing you. We can all dream, right?

But that’s exactly what happens in Jennifer E. Smith‘s new book and our pick for April, “This Is What Happy Looks Like“.

WHAT IS IT ABOUT? When teenage movie star Graham Larkin accidentally sends small town girl Ellie O’Neill an email about his pet pig, the two 17-year-olds strike up a witty and unforgettable correspondence, discussing everything under the sun, except for their names or backgrounds. Then Graham finds out that Ellie’s Maine hometown is the perfect location for his latest film, and he decides to take their relationship from online to in-person. But can a star as famous as Graham really start a relationship with an ordinary girl like Ellie? And why does Ellie want to avoid the media’s spotlight at all costs?

WHY YOU SHOULD READ IT: Think of it. A celeb emails you, turns his new movie upside down to film in your hometown after you start an email pen-palship. Every one’s dream right? But then things get just a bit complicated for Graham and Ellie. Pick up a copy and see if the two make it through the drama and let hashtag #HappyLooksLike on Twitter.

HONORABLE MENTIONS: “The Elite” by Kiera Cass, “The 5th Wave” by Rick Yancey, “The Ward” by Jordana Frankel, and “The Hero’s Guide to Storming the Castle” by Christopher Healy.

Another one of the JJJ Book Club‘s fave series is headed to the big screen — Kristin Cashore‘s “Graceling” series.

Variety reports that Reliance Entertainment has acquired the film rights for the young adult trilogy.

“Graceling” summary: In a world where people born with an extreme skill—called a Grace—are feared and exploited, Katsa carries the burden of the skill even she despises: the Grace of killing. She lives under the command of her uncle Randa, King of the Middluns, and is expected to execute his dirty work, punishing and torturing anyone who displeases him.

When she first meets Prince Po, who is Graced with combat skills, Katsa has no hint of how her life is about to change.She never expects to become Po’s friend. She never expects to learn a new truth about her own Grace—or about a terrible secret that lies hidden far away…a secret that could destroy all seven kingdoms with words alone

HAVE YOU READ “Graceling”?