School Library Journal is giving away 25 author-signed copies of the latest book in the format-bending “Infinity Ring” series (Scholastic). Written by Matt de la Peña, the middle grade novel Curse of the Ancients continues the adventures of Dak, Sera, and Riq, who are on a quest to set history back on course by traveling to different cataclysmic events in time. There are seven books and seven original online episodes in the epic tale and each title comes packaged with a full-color, two-sided, collectible Hystorian’s Guide, a player’s strategy guide to the online adventure.
In the fourth entry of the series, de la Peña focuses on the Mayan culture and ties Sera’s past and future to ancient Mexico. The author of several young adult novels including Ball Don’t Lie and Mexican Whiteboy (both Delacorte), and the award-winning picture book, A Nation’s Hope (Dial), de la Peña was the closing keynote speaker at SLJ’s Public Library Leadership Think Tank, held April 5 at the New York Public Library. Listen to him discuss Curse of the Ancients, libraries, and his path to reading in this audio recording of his speech.
To receive a signed ARC of Curse of the Ancients by Matt de la Peña, leave a comment below. The first 25 people to do so will be contacted by SLJ for mailing information. The book is set to publish on June 4, 2013.








Count me in!
Sounds like something I could review for my blog.
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I would love to have this author signed book! Could use it here at the library.
Those books are really popular at my library. We’d love one!
This series has sparked interest in reading for my reluctant readers. I would love to have a copy for our library!
Definitly cant wait still looking at ways to excite students onto this series
It’s a very engaging series for picky and relunctants readers. I also like the nonfiction tie ins
My 4th grade students love this series, and so do I!
Our library would love a signed copy! Thank you!
Would love to have a copy of this book for our K – 8th grade library
I would love a copy!
How did I miss this series???? We would love an autographed copy to go with the ones I am ordering today! Thank you!!!
We love the Infinity Ring series in my library and would LOVE a signed copy of the 4th book! :)
That series never stays on my library shelves. The students love it!
Look forward to reading books from this series–sounds wonderful
Our school loves this series! Count me in!
Love this series and Matt’s books!
What a special trat this would be for my classroom! Thanks!
I would love for our library to get a signed copy–my kids love this series!
I would love a copy for my students and myself! It’s an amazing series!
Very cool! I like this series…
Our library would love a copy!
My students got excited about this series after the preview for out the Scholastic Book Fair!
I can’t keep the copies on the shelf. As fast as they come in, they go right back out.
Great giveaway sign me up
Can’t wait! Count me in! :)
I want a copy! I gave mine away!
My son loves these books! Would love a free copy!
My daughter loves this author. Would love to give her a copy for her birthday.