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The Song of the Swan is now available in paperback!

I’m thrilled to say that The Song of the Swan is now available in paperback! In the world of children’s books, having a paperback version is a major milestone. Hardcover books are more expensive, and can therefore be more inaccessible.... Read More

Join me for a virtual event with Anna Meriano!

I posted recently about an upcoming virtual event with Brazos Bookstore, a wonderful independent store in Houston, Texas. I am delighted to announce that this event will be in conversation with Anna Meriano, author of the delightful Love Sugar Magic... Read More

The Song of the Swan is available now!

I’m delighted to welcome my new book, The Song of the Swan, into the world. Available in hardcover, ebook, and audio, you will find it at all major book retailers and indie bookstores (see here for a list of bookstores... Read More

Event with Brazos Bookstore on Nov 1!

I’m delighted to confirmed that I will be hosting the middle grade book club with Brazos Bookstore on Wednesday November 1 at 6:30pm CT. This event will be held virtually, so I will be calling in from Aotearoa New Zealand.... Read More

Signed bookplates and stickers

I’m delighted to confirm that I’ve teamed up with more than FIFTY independent bookstores to offer signed bookplates and/or stickers with your purchase of The Song of the Swan! I am so grateful to supportive booksellers who championed A Wolf... Read More

New illustrations from The Song of the Swan

I was so delighted to be reunited with Pauliina Hannuniemi for The Song of the Swan. Her illustrations for A Wolf for a Spell were breathtaking, and I think her work on this book is every bit as beautiful. With... Read More

The Song of the Swan is now on Netgalley

This is one of the most nerve-wracking moments of being an author. You put a book out into the world, and you wait for reviews to come back and communicate whether people are connecting with your work or not. But... Read More

Introducing my newest book: The Song of the Swan

I am so pleased to introduce The Song of the Swan, my latest middle grade fantasy novel for readers age 8-12. Like A Wolf for a Spell, this book will feature gorgeous illustrations by Pauliina Hannuniemi and will be published... Read More

A Wolf for a Spell is heading to Spain!

I’m thrilled to present the cover and description for the new Spanish edition of A Wolf for a Spell: Una Loba para un Hechizo, coming February 13 from errata naturae and translated by Susana Rodríguez Álvarez. Sinopsis Una loba valiente.... Read More

Some of my favorite middle grade books I read in 2022

Over on my Goodreads, I try to review and recommend the best middle grade books I come across. This year featured truly wonderful, beautiful books, and I hope they find fans among readers young and old. Freddie vs. the Family... Read More