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October 9, 2024 by Travis Jonker

Giveaway! THE VERY LAST CASTLE is Six!

On the six-year anniversary of THE VERY LAST CASTLE, I'm giving away some copies.

August 29, 2024 by Travis Jonker

THE SHIP IN THE WINDOW Giveaway!

Last week, The Ship in the Window set sail into bookstores. Today, I’m giving away three copies. Click that button below to enter. Enter by 11:59 pm ET on August 29th, 2024 to be eligible.

March 19, 2024 by Travis Jonker

A LOUDER THAN HUNGER Giveaway!

Giving away three copies of LOUDER THAN HUNGER!

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