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Juvenile Nonfiction ................... 1 Juvenile Fiction ...........................15 Young Readers ............................ 34 Young Adult ................................. 44 Adult Fiction ................................ 60 Adult Nonfiction ......................... 114

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The Story of a Butterfly Margaret Rose Reed, illustrated by Manu Montoya

Follow two friends on a class field trip as they visit a butterfly sanctuary and discover the magical life cycle of the Painted Lady, from egg to chrysalis, and finally, beautiful butterfly! •

Focuses on a beloved butterfly species: Scientifically accurate details bring the famous Painted Lady to life

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Topical for school curriculums: The subject, vocabulary, and scientific content align perfectly with kindergarten and first grade curriculum

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Beautiful illustration and lovable characters: Unbelievably cute art depicts the sweet story and diverse cast of children

Did you ever raise a Painted Lady butterfly at home or in school? You’re not alone! This stunning insect has wowed kindergarten and first grade classes for generations for its beauty and scientific intricacies. Join a class field trip in Story of a Butterfly for a study on this popular butterfly, encouraging children toward curiosity and exploration, and ending with a call to make the earth more accessible for everyone from humans to the tiniest bug.

MANU MONTOYA studied graphic design and advertising in Colombia and art direction in Barcelona. She spent most of her childhood drawing, playing with plants, animals, and exploring the woods. She lives in Barcelona.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728261447 / 9781728261430 Juvenile Nonfiction

$16.99 U.S. / $8.99 U.S. HC / TP

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40 Pages / 32 Pages

World with translation

Ages: 4—8

The Glow Show A picture book about knowing when to share the spotlight Susi Schaefer

In this delightful and funny picture book, a bioluminescent squid learns lessons of cooperation and humility and the importance of friendship while readers get an added layer of nonfiction information about sea creatures •

Delightfully adorable artwork helps make this social emotional learning book easily accessible to readers

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Social emotional learning (SEL) is consistently growing as a hot topic in education and with an entire generation of kids aspiring to become the next social media star, this content is timely

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Oceans and ocean creatures are perennial popular subjects for children

Meet Glow! Glow is a squid, he is bioluminescent, and he knows how to TWIRL! And the faster he twirls, the brighter he GLOWS! Glow is a bioluminescent squid who loves to dance and twirl. He loves to show off his skills...and becomes quite a show-off with a bad attitude. He doesn’t like sharing the spotlight. And when he ditches his friends in search of fans, he loses his glow! Can Glow find his way home -- and if he does, will his friends take him back? Readers will follow Glow’s journey and learn all about bioluminescence along the way. Born and raised in the Austrian Alps, SUSI SCHEFER trained as a glass painter in the medieval town of Rattenberg. After moving to Southern California, for sun and adventure, Susi studied graphic design. She’s the illustrator of Zoo Zen by Kristen Fischer. Cat Ladies is her author-illustrator debut. Susi volunteers for a cat rescue group and lives in North Tustin, California, with her family. She resides in North Tustin, CA with family.

MAY 2023 9781728261348 Juvenile Nonfiction

$ 14.99 U.S. HC

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32 Pages

World with translation

Ages: 4—8

Black Girl, Black Girl Ali Kamanda & Jorge Redmond, illustrated by Markia Jenai

In a gorgeously-illustrated declaration of Black excellence and pride, Black Girl, Black Girl celebrates the shining potential of Black girls everywhere!

ALI BIKO SULAIMAN KAMANDA is an award-winning filmmaker and social entrepreneur from Sierra Leone, West Africa. He runs BIKO Studios, a cross-cultural film production company and is the President of Salone Rising, a not-for-profit organization that provides micro-financing and mentoring resources to small business owners in rural Sierra Leone.

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Uplifting and Inspiring: With a simple structure that harkens back to Brown Bear, Brown Bear, and a wonderful message, this is sure to be a great fit for any families looking for books for Black girls

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Clever Use of Biography: The book calls back to great Black women throughout history to serve as inspiration for Black girls to imagine what they can be, and we’ll include detailed backmatter

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Inspiring Authors: Ali and Jorge have inspiring careers themselves—they made this book for their families and are speaking from the heart

This inspiring, lyrical picture book combines an uplifting, motivational text with references to wonderful figures throughout history. The combination is both encouraging and educational, prompting Black girls to imagine what they can be and the great things they can do in their own lives. No matter who she is, each Black girl stands on the shoulders of giants, whose incredible lives, words, and deeds will inspire her to be proud of her past and look forward to her limitless future!

JORGE REDMOND currently works in the Buncombe County District Attorney’s office as an Assistant District Attorney, and as an adjunct professor in South College’s Legal Department. Ali and Jorge are college friends, and Black Boy, Black Boy is their debut book.

JANUARY 2023 9781728258058 Juvenile Nonfiction

9781728250649

$17.99 U.S. HC

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32 Pages

World with translation

Ages: 3—7

I Am a Force Maria Marianayagam, illustrated by Skylar White

In this beautiful book of affirmations, girls can learn about gravity, buoyancy, friction, and the most important force of all: believing in herself! •

Expert Author: Maria Marianayagam was a chemical engineer and is passionate about getting girls excited about science

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Combination of Feminism and STEM: Personifying the scientific forces is a unique spin on introductions to STEM and creates a wonderful metaphor of a girl’s strength

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Catchy, Lyrical Prose: The writing is gorgeous and feels like poetry, perfect to read again and again

Just as every force in nature behaves in its own special way, just as every force around us has its own unique purpose in shaping the world... so does every girl. This lyrical, STEM-focused girl-power picture book uses the author’s background as an engineer to describe the various forces at work in our world by personifying each one as a girl. Each stanza showcases a different girl and scientific force to create a diverse cast of individuals, simplifying complex forces into memorable characters. Back matter on forces rounds out this teaching tool. And each “I am” statement reinforces girls to see themselves in science! MARIA MARIANAYAGAM is a Sri Lankan-Canadian, chemical engineer turned picture book writer. She lives in Calgary, Alberta, with her husband and two daughters. This is her first book. SKYLAR WHITE received her degree in illustration from Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design. She loves projects that infuse the everyday with a touch of magic. She lives in New York City with her husband and their cat, Alfie.

MARCH 2023 9781728261379 Juvenile Nonfiction

$17.99 U.S. HC

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40 Pages

World with translation

Ages: 4—8

We Also Served The Brave Stories of Hero Dogs and Other Military Animals Erin McGill From hero dogs to fearless horses and more, these animals are the unsung heroes of war •

Blue Ocean Opportunity: Animals books for kids are hugely popular, as are hero dog books for older readers, but there’s nothing else like this in the picture book category

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Passionate Audience: This book will be a great yearround seller and one that military families in particular will love

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Heartwarming and Brave: Adorable and beloved animals combined with daring military bravery are a winning combination!

Learn about the amazing bravery and loyalty displayed by animals and their contributions to military success. This book highlights a variety of brave dogs and other animals that have served in the military, whose contributions protected troops on the front lines of war. Each true story gives readers a lesson in history and a lesson in the importance of these animals’ contribution. It’s paw-sitively inspiring!

ERIN MCGILL is from Yonkers, New York and received a BFA in illustration at Pratt Institute. She’s a recipient of the Ezra Jack Keats Memorial Fellowship, a Highlights Foundation grant, the SCBWI Portfolio Award, and the SCBWI Award for Humor. Her non-fiction picture book If You Want a Friend in Washington (Schwartz and Wade), about Presidential pets, received three starred reviews.

NOVEMBER 2022 9781728258058 Juvenile Nonfiction

$17.99 U.S. HC

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40 Pages

World with translation

Ages: 4—8

Sugar Pie Lullaby A Bedtime Poem Celebrating the Legends of Motown Carole Boston Weatherford, illustrated by Sawyer Cloud

Celebrate the love between a child and caring adult with this soulful poetic lullaby

CAROLE BOSTON WEATHERFORD is a poet and author who has written more than 40 books and has earned many awards including the NAACP Image Award, a Coretta Scott King Award, and a Caldecott. She often writes about African American history, families and traditions, and jazz. Weatherford is the winner of a Ragan-Rubin Award for Literary Achievement from the North Carolina English Teachers Association and the North Carolina Award for Literature. She lives in North Carolina and teaches at Fayetteville State University.

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Beloved author: Carole Boston Weatherford is an established and beloved author of many awardwinning children’s books. Her books have received such accolades as the Newbery medal, Caldecott Honor, a Coretta Scott King Award Honor, and the NAACP Image Award

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Beloved musical genre: Sugar Pie Lullaby is a celebration of Motown singers and songwriters—a beloved and revered genre of music

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Educational backmatter: Book can be read simply as a bedtime story, or perused for more information and history

Are you a lover of rhythm and blues? Shoo-be-do-wop along with your little ones, as you introduce them to the legendary music of the Motown era. Enjoy a jazzy drift into dreamland, filled with sentiment and heart, as together, child and caring adult can share their musical love in this bedtime lullaby— along with interesting background information about Motown legends! Baby love, Little bitty precious one, I was born to love you. What else is there to do? You are the sunshine of my life. Morning, noon and night All I do is thank God for you.

FEBRUARY 2023 9781728242521

$14.99 U.S.

Juvenile Nonfiction

32 Pages

World with translation

Ages: 4—8

9781728242460

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9781728242439

Baby’s First Zodiac Kerry Pieri, illustrated by Maria Mola

This cheerful zodiac baby book is the perfect gift for the newest little stars in your world! •

Popular topic: Astrology is a booming business; many astrology Instagram pages and apps have “astronomically” huge followings

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Highly giftable: Designed intentionally for millennial and Gen-Z parents and gift-givers, Baby’s First Zodiac is the ultimate baby shower or birthday gift

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Self-esteem message: Baby’s First Zodiac speaks loving messages to every sign, teaching us that no matter when we were born, we all matter

Introduce children to the world of astrology with these bouncy rhyming poems, highlighting the positive aspects of each sign! Young readers will explore and discover their own unique personalities, interests, and talents, and dive into the zodiac traits of those closest to them. No matter your sign, Baby’s First Zodiac inspires conversation, and creates awareness of all the wonderful ways there are to be you. KERRY PIERI is a Virgo, editor, writer, artist, stylist, mom, wife, and astrology devotee. Her full-time job is the fashion director of Harper’s BAZAAR digital. She also regularly updates her 58,000 Instagram followers daily on all things fashion, motherhood, spirituality, and of course, what’s in the stars. She believes mindful parenting comes with giving your children the freedom to explore, create, and just be, and that astrological signs can be indicators of personality traits early on.

Because perhaps part of who you are Is written in the stars See what your birth sign has to say about you ... Does any of it ring true?

JANUARY 2023 9781728258027 Juvenile Nonfiction

$8.99 U.S. Board Book

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28 Pages

World with translation

Ages: 0—3

My First Learn-to-Talk Book: Things That Go Stephanie Cohen M.A., CCC-SLP, CLC

“Vroom” into the building blocks of speech for your little one with this adorable, fun-to-read rhyming board book, written by an early speech expert!

STEPHANIE COHEN (M.A., CCC-SLP, CLC) is a licensed and certified speechlanguage pathologist, lactation counselor, and mother who has been working with infants and toddlers for nearly 20 years. Her mission is to empower each parent to be his or her child’s best teacher by supporting emotional connection and early language learning. Stephanie maintains a private practice in Northbrook, IL, where she lives with her husband, three children, and two dogs.

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Expert author: Stephanie Cohen is a speech-language pathologist and has been working with infants and toddlers for over 20 years

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Science-supported photographs: Real photos of babies and toddlers encourage learning and mimicry

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Blue ocean opportunity: There are no other board books available that combine “things that go” and age-appropriate text with SLP-approved language modeling—this will be the early speech book that parents, teachers, and clinicians reach for

My First Learn-to-Talk Book: Things That Go is a joyful book that encourages speech development in every car-andplane-loving little one! By using adorable rhythmic rhyming text, simple exclamatory words and sounds, and engaging photographs of babies and toddlers, this book gives parents, grandparents, teachers, and therapists a new tool that does more than just entertain and engage babies and toddlers—it uses proven therapeutic techniques to help little ones think, repeat, react, and babble: the vital skills they need to talk!

DECEMBER 2022 9781728248134 Juvenile Nonfiction

9781728248103

$9.99 U.S. Board Book

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20 Pages

World with translation

Ages: 0—4

Mom and Son Journal - New Katie Clemons Katie Clemons

Storycatcher Katie Clemons brings to life another thoughtful, creative way for moms and sons to connect with one another! •

Proven sales success: Katie’s core titles have sold more than 150,000 copies in 2 years

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Content that resonates: Many shared journals focus on lists or generic content, but Katie takes a storytelling approach to prompts that appeals to adults and teens alike

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New opportunities in the teen space: Expanding the bestselling titles to an older audience means potential for repeat purchase—if a customer buys a book for the child at 9 years old, they can get another when they’re a teen (or purchase one for the child’s older sibling!)

Celebrate your life stories and nurture deeper bonds with your families, all while finding greater joy and gratitude. Become a storycatcher! This engaging prompt journal is the perfect tool to strengthen mother-son relationships. Teens can record memories, swap stories, compare perspectives, and explore common and unique interests with their mom! Letters back and forth and interactive lists invite both to reflect, write, and doodle about topics timely to their lives as teens build self-confidence. Master storycatcher Katie Clemons helps sons discover the beauty of their stories and, best of all, strengthens their bonds with their moms! KATIE CLEMONS is an avid storycatcher, mom, and fifth generation Montanan whose super power is asking questions. She’s a bestselling author who’s shared her story on HGTV’s “You Live in What?,” given a TEDxTalk, and received numerous awards and press for her innovative approach to journaling. Katie and her journals have been featured by media outlets such as The Wall Street Journal, Huffington Post, Good Housekeeping and Pregnancy and Newborn.

MARCH 2023 9781728258096 Young Adult Nonfiction Sourcebooks Explore World with Translation

$13.99 U.S. TP 144 Pages

Mom and Daughter Journal - New Katie Clemons Katie Clemons

Storycatcher Katie Clemons brings to life another thoughtful, creative way for moms and daughters to connect with one another! •

Proven sales success: Katie’s core titles have sold more than 150,000 copies in 2 years

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Content that resonates: Many shared journals focus on lists or generic content, but Katie takes a storytelling approach to prompts that appeals to adults and teens alike

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Celebrate your life stories and nurture deeper bonds with your families, all while finding greater joy and gratitude. Become a storycatcher! This engaging prompt journal is the perfect tool to strengthen mother-daughter relationships. Teens can record memories, swap stories, compare perspectives, and explore common and unique interests with their mom! Letters back and forth and interactive lists invite both to reflect, write, and doodle about topics timely to their lives as teens build self-confidence. Master storycatcher Katie Clemons helps daughters discover the beauty of their stories and, best of all, strengthens their bonds with their moms! KATIE CLEMONS is an avid storycatcher, mom, and fifth generation Montanan whose super power is asking questions. She’s a bestselling author who’s shared her story on HGTV’s “You Live in What?,” given a TEDxTalk, and received numerous awards and press for her innovative approach to journaling. Katie and her journals have been featured by media outlets such as The Wall Street Journal, Huffington Post, Good Housekeeping and Pregnancy and Newborn.

MARCH 2023 9781728258089 Juvenile Nonfiction Sourcebooks Explore World with Translation

$14.99 U.S. TP 144 Pages Ages: 13—18

Brainy Science: Rocket Science Chris Ferrie Level 1 Beginner Reader

Chris Ferrie, the #1 science author for kids, shows early readers how much fun science can be with the Brainy Science series! •

Brainy Science is STEM for kids: Ferrie continues to provide simple explanations of complex subjects in this new format that’s perfect for kids who are ready to read

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A growing market: Leveled readers are a growing category and Ferrie has a huge built-in fanbase

Chris Ferrie has delighted children and families around the world with his unique take on science with his board book series. Now it’s time for beginning readers to experience this information for themselves! From general relativity to quantum physics, from astrophysics to rocket science, Brainy Science will intrigue and teach young scientists a variety of subjects with simple, easyto-read text.

NOVEMBER 2022 CHRIS FERRIE is an award-winning physicist and Senior Lecturer for Quantum Software and Information at the University of Technology Sydney. He has a Masters in applied mathematics, BMath in mathematical physics and a PhD in applied mathematics. He lives in Australia with his wife and children.

9781728261560 Juvenile Nonfiction Sourcebooks Explore World

$4.99 U.S. TP 32 Pages Ages: 4—6

Brainy Science: Quantum Physics Chris Ferrie Level 1 Beginner Reader

Make science fun with this new series of early readers perfect for little scientists! •

Simple explanations of complex subjects in a new format perfect for kids who are ready to read

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Leveled readers are a growing category that is no longer limited to licensed brands

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Chris Ferrie is the #1 science author for kids and now he’s bringing his expertise to a new audience

Chris Ferrie has delighted children and families around the world with his unique take on science. And now it’s time for beginning readers to learn this information for themselves! From general relativity to quantum physics, from astrophysics to rocket science and from robotics to climate change, BRAINY SCIENCE will intrigue and teach young scientists a variety of subjects with simple, easy-to-read text. These beginning reader books include: easy vocabulary, short sentences, word repetition, simple content and stories, correlation between art and text.

CHRIS FERRIE is an award-winning physicist and Senior Lecturer for Quantum Software and Information at the University of Technology Sydney. He has a Masters in applied mathematics, BMath in mathematical physics and a PhD in applied mathematics. He lives in Australia with his wife and children.

NOVEMBER 2022 9781728261539 Juvenile Nonfiction Sourcebooks Explore World English

$4.99 U.S. TP 32 Pages Ages: 4—6

My First Dot To Dot Activity Book: Baby Animals Hazel Quintanilla My First Dot To Dot

Toddlers will have fun and build essential preschool skills as they complete the pictures in this colorful dot to dot activity book!

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Join the dots and color activities let little ones have fun while developing essential counting and fine motor skills

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Activities are specifically designed for TODDLERS with a limited number of dots to count and easy-tocolor images that are perfect for little hands

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Makes a wonderful birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, Easter basket stuffer, or anytime gift for little animal-lovers

Toddlers ages 3+ will have hours of screen-free fun completing activities in this dot to dot and color book. Kids will love completing the dot to dot and then coloring in the pictures of cute baby animals! Also contains letter tracing activities to build essential pencil control skills and provide handwriting practice. Perfect for parents and grandparents looking for fun gifts that also help little ones develop their preschool counting and fine motor skills. HAZEL QUINTANILLA lives in Guatemala and likes working as a freelance illustrator, since it makes her dress code as fancy as a dinner requires. She’s been drawing since she was a little girl and has a Major Degree in illustration. Animals and wildlife have always been her number one inspiration. She’s had the privilege to illustrate lots of children’s books, magazines and games, allowing her to grow as an artist and discover new styles and challenges.

AUGUST 2022 9781728260662 Juvenile Nonfiction Sourcebooks Wonderland US, CA, PR, PH

$8.99 U.S. TP 64 Pages Ages: 3—6

My First Sticker By Numbers Dinosaurs and Dragons Hazel Quintanilla My First Sticker By Numbers

Toddlers will have fun and build essential preschool skills with this sticker by number activity book featuring dinosaurs, dragons, and other RAWR-some creatures! •

Magical and fun activities: Contains 11 sticker-by-number activities that encourages development of essential number/letter recognition and fine motor skills

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Made for little hands: Activities are specifically designed for toddlers, with easy-tofollow steps and large easy-to-peel stickers

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Perforated pages: Finished works can be torn out to be displayed on refrigerators, shared with friends and family, and kept as keepsakes

Toddlers ages 3+ will have hours of screen-free fun completing these magical stickerby-number pictures, designed specifically for little hands! Perfect for parents and grandparents looking for fun gifts that also help little ones develop their preschool number/letter recognition and fine motor skills. All pages are perforated, so finished works can be torn out and displayed or shared with friends and family.

OCTOBER 2022 HAZEL QUINTANILLA lives in Guatemala and likes working as a freelance illustrator, since it makes her dress code as fancy as a dinner requires. She’s been drawing since she was a little girl and has a Major Degree in illustration. Animals and wildlife have always been her number one inspiration. She’s had the privilege to illustrate lots of children’s books, magazines and games, allowing her to grow as an artist and discover new styles and challenges.

9781728260686 Juvenile Nonfiction/Activity Book Sourcebooks Wonderland US, CA, PR, PH

$9.99 U.S. TP 34 Pages Ages: 3—6

My First Sticker By Numbers Unicorns and Mermaids Hazel Quintanilla My First Sticker By Numbers

Toddlers will have fun and build essential preschool skills with this sticker-by-number activity book featuring unicorns, mermaids, and other magical creatures! •

Magical and fun activities: Contains 11 sticker-by-number activities that encourages development of essential number/letter recognition and fine motor skills

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Made for little hands: Activities are specifically designed for toddlers, with easy-tofollow steps and large easy-to-peel stickers

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Perforated pages: Finished works can be torn out to be displayed on refrigerators, shared with friends and family, and kept as keepsakes

9781728260679 Juvenile Nonfiction/Activity Book Sourcebooks Wonderland US, CA, PR, PH

$9.99 U.S. TP 34 Pages Ages: 3—6

Christmas at My Grandma’s House Hazel Quintanilla My Grandma’s House

Get ready for a fun-packed Christmas at Grandma’s house in this special holiday activity book for kids! •

Contains over 500 stickers and 23 fun holiday-themed activities that Grandma and grandchild can complete together, including activities where Grandma and grandchild can share stories and create meaningful Christmas memories.

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Includes a FREE downloadable coloring page that can be personalized with YOUR CHILD’s name to create a special Christmas keepsake for Grandma and grandchild.

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A great Christmas stocking stuffer as well as a special gift for birthdays and grandma showers.

There’s nothing better than spending Christmas with the best grandma in the world! Filled with fun holiday-themed puzzles, coloring, drawing, jokes, and more, this keepsake workbook is the perfect grandma-and-me activity with lots of laughs and all the joys of grandma’s house. Cute illustrations and engaging activities celebrate and capture the special bond between Grandma and grandchild—the best way to make Christmas memories to last a lifetime! For toddlers and kids ages 3-8, this awesome Christmas activity and coloring book makes for a perfect gift from grandma to grandchild, or from grandchild to grandma! HAZEL QUINTANILLA lives in Guatemala and likes working as a freelance illustrator, since it makes her dress code as fancy as a dinner requires. She’s been drawing since she was a little girl and has a Major Degree in illustration. Animals and wildlife have always been her number one inspiration. She’s had the privilege to illustrate lots of children’s books, magazines and games, allowing her to grow as an artist and discover new styles and challenges.

What’s inside: A personalized Christmas celebration page 23 silly, sweet, and fun holiday activities for grandma and grandchild to complete together Over 500 stickers Keepsake pages for Grandma and grandchild to journal, sharing stories and creating meaningful Christmas memories Snag this gift for Grandma OR grandchild for Christmas stocking stuffers, birthdays, or any other time that calls for a little celebration!

OCTOBER 2022 9781728260655 Juvenile Nonfiction Hometown World US, CA, PR, PH

$9.99 U.S. TP 48 Pages Ages: 3—8

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Pirate Nell’s Tale to Tell A Storybook Adventure Helen Docherty, illustrated by Thomas Docherty From the acclaimed author/ illustrator team behind The Snatchabook and The Storybook Knight comes a book-filled pirate adventure on the high seas. Now in a beautiful paperback format!

HELEN DOCHERTY has spent most of her career as a language teacher, most recently specializing in Spanish. She lives in Wales with her husband and co-author, THOMAS, and their two young daughters.

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Major success of previous books: The Snatchabook was a #1 Kids’ Indie Next pick, has been nominated for several state reading lists, and was hailed as “so wonderful it demands to be read out loud” by Caldecott medalist Brian Selznick; The Storybook Knight was praised for its “childlike charm and wit” by Booklist

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Celebrates the importance of books: A new picture book that celebrates the power of reading and the love of a good book from all-star author/illustrator team Helen and Thomas Docherty

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Perfect for story time: Fun, bright illustrations and expertly rhymed text will make this a book readers come back to time and again

Finally a pirate, Nell uses her trusty Pirate’s Almanac to help her sail the seas, even though Captain Gnash doesn’t like books on his ship. But when the journey gets rough and the captain is in trouble, it’s Nell and her trusty Almanac that save the day and lead them to the greatest treasure ever!

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728261614

$7.99 U.S.

Juvenile Fiction/Picture Book Sourcebooks Jabberwocky World with translation

9781728250090

TP 40 Pages Ages: 4—8

9781728250342

Blue Baboon Finds Her Tune Helen Docherty, illustrated by Thomas Docherty

Fans of Grumpy Monkey and Llama Llama will fall in love with Blue Baboon (and with every word that rhymes with her name)! With delightfully silly text and gorgeous illustrations, Blue Baboon is destined to become the most talked-about picture book of the year!

HELEN DOCHERTY has spent most of her career as a language teacher, most recently specializing in Spanish. She lives in Wales with her husband and co-author, THOMAS, and their two young daughters.

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Creative powerhouse: Helen and Thomas Docherty are the creators of the #1 Indie Next pick The Snatchabook; and The Storybook Knight

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A goofy new favorite: A delightfully silly picture book for readers of Dragons Love Tacos and Grumpy Monkey

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The perfect combination: Fun, bright illustrations and expertly rhymed text will make this a book both parents and children will love

Orange moon, blue baboon. Blue baboon spies bassoon. Blue Baboon is eager to play the bassoon with her new friends. But a monsoon threatens to spoil the fun. Fortunately, a big balloon arrives in time to carry them to a dune where they can all play in tune. A perfect picture book young readers will want to pick up again and again.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728238906 Juvenile Fiction/Picture Book Sourcebooks Jabberwocky World with translation

$14.99 U.S. HC 32 Pages Ages: 4—8

Playtime for Restless Rascals Nikki Grimes, illustrated by Elizabeth Zunon

A rollicking celebration of Black joy, featuring playtime fun from award-winning author Nikki Grimes and illustrator Elizabeth Zunon

New York Times bestselling author NIKKI GRIMES is the recipient of the Coretta Scott King Award, the 2017 Children’s Literature Legacy Award, the 2016 Virginia Hamilton Literary Award, and the 2006 NCTE Award for Excellence in Poetry for Children, among many others. Ms. Grimes lives in Corona, California. ELIZABETH ZUNON grew up in West Africa and now lives in Albany, New York where she draws, paints, collages, sews, silkscreens, makes jewelry, and ponders the endless possibilities of chocolate. Her work is largely influenced by the people, places, and things from her childhood in the Ivory Coast as the product of two cultures.

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A proven author and illustrator duo: A spirited playtime story from the award-winning creative team that consist of Coretta Scott King award-winner Nikki Grimes and Elizabeth Zunon about the imaginationfueled day parents share with their child

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Proven track record: The first two books in this series (Bedtime for Sweet Creatures and Off to See the Sea) have earned rave reviews in the New York Times and Washington Post, as well as starred reviews and universal praise from librarians and booksellers

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Something for everyone: Told from the mom’s point of view, parents will relate to trying to keep up with all the antics of a child wanting to play all day

A child’s job is to play—Mom knows this and makes sure they’re up and ready to get to work! When it comes to play, this kid is an expert. Mom watches as they dance in puddles, swing high, jump into piles of leaves, and make snow angels. They’re hard at work, and when Daddy comes home, they play even more!

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728258058

$17.99 U.S.

Juvenile Fiction/Board Book

Sourcebooks Jabberwocky

32 Pages

World with translation

9781492638322

Ages: 4—8

9781492638292

Five Little Monsters Jumping on the Bed Bill Cotter Larry the monster is up to his usual monkey-business, but this time he brought his monster friends along for this new lovable story from USA Today bestselling author, Bill Cotter. Now in a beautiful trade paper edition! •

Proven sales track record: Bill Cotter is a USA Today bestselling author who has sold over 500,000 copies of his Sourcebooks titles

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Well-known and beloved character returns: Everyone’s favorite monster Larry returns, but this time readers can fall in love with some new monster characters too

A new take on the classic rhyme, “Five Little Monkeys”, Larry is back but this time he has enlisted his monster friends to engage in some hilarious hijinks with him. Five little monsters jumping on the bed. One fell off and bumped his head. Mama called the doctor and the doctor said, “No more monsters jumping on the bed.”

OCTOBER 2022 In past lives BILL COTTER has been a gallant knight, a mean ol’ bear, a ninja with a secret, a slug, a majestic eagle, a slug again, and now a renowned children’s book author and illustrator. Bill is former art and music teacher. He lives in Cleveland, Ohio but hopes to spread humor, art, and love throughout the universe. Visit cotterillustration.com for more.

9781728260686 Juvenile Fiction/Picture Book Sourcebooks Jabberwocky World with translation

$7.99 U.S. TP 24 Pages Ages: 0—3

Don’t Push the Button! A Christmas Adventure Bill Cotter An Interactive Holiday Book For Toddlers

Larry the lovable monster from Don’t Push the Button! is back for the holidays with another hilarious, interactive adventure. Now in a beautiful trade paper format! •

Popular series: Don’t Push the Button! Has sold over 265,000 copies and is a USA Today bestseller

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Interactive read: The playful interactivity encourages kids to actively engage with the story for a fun-filled reading experience

Larry isn’t supposed to open his present until Christmas. But he REALLY wants to know what it is... Maybe you can help him figure out what’s inside Just shake the box, and take peek and a tug... But be careful! Uh oh...

9781728260679 Juvenile Fiction/Picture Book Sourcebooks Jabberwocky World with translation

$7.99 U.S. TP 24 Pages Ages: 4—8

The Light She Feels Inside Debut Title Gwendolyn Wallace, illustrated by Olivia Duchess

DEBUT!

How will Maya learn to use her glow to create a brighter world? By learning to honor the Black women throughout history who have been inspired by their glowing feelings of love, anger, and justice to change the world for the better! • Inspires kids to make a difference: Families and parents are looking for stories that acknowledge the need for change in the world and empower children • Celebrates family and history: Encourages Black girls to see themselves as part of a long line of strong women in history and in their own ancestry • Story and back matter: Profiles of Black women who made notable contributions to Black, Women’s, and LGBTQ histories are ideal for teachers, librarians, and parents

GWENDOLYN WALLACE was born and raised in Danbury, Connecticut, and recently graduated from Yale University. The Light She Feels Inside is her debut.

Maya feels two types of glowing—a warm glow when she picks strawberries in the community garden or hears music in her neighborhood, and a different kind of glow when she gets pushed down on the playground, overhears her family worrying about bills, or sees her favorite cousin get stopped by the police. Sometimes that glowing seems like too much to carry… But then Maya learns that others feel the same light she does—Black women like Ida B. Wells, Nina Simone, and Maya’s own ancestors—and they always found ways to honor these feelings. They were all guided by their light to make a difference. Maya decides to share her own light and work toward a brighter world.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728239798 Juvenile Fiction/Picture Book Sourcebooks Jabberwocky World with translation

$17.99 U.S. HC 32 Pages Ages: ?

Unicorn Christmas Diana Murray, illustrated by Luke Flowers

Who will take over for Santa’s weary reindeer? Never fear, unicorns are here! Diana Murray and Luke Flowers’ delightful unicorns are back, to play, play, play, and steer Santa’s sleigh!

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Bestselling illustrator: Luke Flowers illustrated the New York Times bestseller A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood: The Poetry of Mister Rogers, and he loves to engage with kids at school events

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Author to watch: Diana Murray is an acclaimed author who has garnered starred reviews and awards for her previous books

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Best of both worlds: Unicorns are everyone’s favorite magical creature right now, and Christmas is everyone’s favorite holiday!

There’s so much for unicorns to do to get ready for Christmas!

DIANA MURRAY is the bestselling author of Unicorn Day—of which Publishers Weekly wrote “Readers are sure to wish for their own Unicorn Day”—as well as the book One Snowy Day. Her poems have appeared in magazines, including Highlights for Children. She grew up in New York City and still lives nearby with her firefighter husband and two daughters. Visit her at dianamurray.com. LUKE FLOWERS is the illustrator of Unicorn Day and the New York Times bestseller A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood: The Poetry of Mister Rogers. He also wrote and illustrated Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: The ABC Storybook and illustrated That Monster on the Block. Luke lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado. You can find him online at lukeflowerscreative.com.

They send out cards by shooting stars, they trim their trees with rainbow flowers, and they sing the Unicorn Christmas Song. But when Santa and his weary reindeer arrive, it’s up to the unicorns to help deliver the gifts in this celebratory companion to the best-selling Unicorn Day and Unicorn Night. It’s Christmas Eve! A magic night when forests glow with twinkling light. Unicorns this time of year are busy spreading Christmas cheer!

9781492667223

9781728222981

OCTOBER 2022 9781728244761 Juvenile Fiction/Picture Book Sourcebooks Jabberwocky World with translation

$17.99 U.S. HC 32 Pages Ages: 4—8

So Much Snow Hyunmin Park

Fans of Mac Barnett will love this unique, beautiful, and clever picture book that delights in the surprises of a snowy winter day!

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Innovative: Unique design and layout utilizes negative space on each page in playful ways, and it will appeal to children and adults

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Recognized and recommended: Received special mention from the Bologna Ragazzi Award

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Perfect for winter: Winter theme is universal and does not center around a particular holiday

The magic and wonder of deep winter snow will delight and entertain readers of this beautiful and intriguing, largely wordless picture book from debut author-illustrator Hyunmin Park.

HYUNMIN PARK is a debut author-illustrator. He majored and studied Building Structural Engineering. He was inspired by Remy Charlip, and Bruno Munari. Hyunmin Park currently lives in South Korea.

NOVEMBER 2022 9781728260044 Juvenile Fiction/Picture Book Sourcebooks Jabberwocky World with translation

$17.99 U.S. HC 40 Pages Ages: 4—8

Cooler than Lemonade Harshita Jerath, illustrated by Chloe Burgett

An inspiring picture book that encourages readers to not only dream up big ideas, but to be persistent, resilient, and to think outside the box—or the lemonade glass!

HARSHITA JERATH is the author of the recent picture book The Leaping Laddoo. She was born and raised in India, where she spent much of her childhood scribbling in her journal. She now lives in Scottsdale, Arizona.

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Empowering growth mindset message: A great story about perseverance, creative thinking, and being willing to experiment and fail

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Appealing read-aloud: Lively, lyrical, and fun-to-read storytelling

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Inclusive: South Asian protagonist brings representation to a universal experience; features recipe for Kulfi

Eva’s always full of ideas—her latest one is to start a lemonade stand. She can brainstorm fun flavors and find the freshest ingredients, but when competition from Jake’s stand across the street creates one tough challenge after another, Eva runs out of ideas. But just when she’s about to close down her stand for good, she makes her little brother their favorite Indian dessert, Kulfi, and she realizes the coolest idea yet was where she hadn’t expected to find it, and that giving up is the only obstacle to her success.

MARCH 2023 9781728254296 Juvenile Fiction/Picture Book Sourcebooks Jabberwocky World with translation

$17.99 U.S. HC 40 Pages Ages: 4—8

Me and the Family Tree Carole Boston Weatherford, illustrated by Ashleigh Corrin

Carole Boston Weatherford, a Caldecott Honor winner, creates a celebration of family roots in this uplifting tale about how one young girl sees her family history by looking into a mirror

Poet and author CAROLE BOSTON WEATHERFORD has written more than forty books and has earned many awards, including the NAACP Image Award, a Coretta Scott King Award, and a Caldecott Honor. She often writes about African American history, families and traditions, and jazz. Weatherford is the winner of a Ragan-Rubin Award for Literary Achievement from the North Carolina English Teachers Association and the North Carolina Award for Literature. She lives in North Carolina and teaches at Fayetteville State University.

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Celebrated author: Carole Boston Weatherford is an established and beloved author, receiving accolades such as the Caldecott Honor, a Coretta Scott King Award Honor, and the NAACP’s Image Award

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Inclusive content: Many parents and families are looking for sweet, joyful board books that feature BIPOC families and Black joy

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Universal theme: Parents and children are always in need of an adorable book celebrating the love and security of family

As a young girl reflects on her family, she notices how her own characteristics are similar to the people around her. She discovers these shared traits create incredible family connections, and they also give each person the opportunity to contribute to the family tree. This heartfelt book celebrates the diversity of the people who love us and the joys of being connected to family! I’ve got my father’s mouth And my mother’s thick brown waves. I’ve got my uncle’s chin Though you can’t tell ‘til he shaves. I’ve got my brother’s ears And my sister’s big bright eyes. I’ve got my grandpa’s hands Though mine are a smaller size.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728242491

$7.99 U.S.

Juvenile Fiction

Board Book

Sourcebooks Jabberwocky World with translation

9781728242460

9781728242439

24 Pages Ages: 0—3

What Little Boys Are Made Of A Modern Nursery Rhyme

Susanna Leonard Hill, illustrated by Talitha Shipman What are little boys made of? Discover and inspire a new generation of loving, unique boys in this modern retelling of the classic nursery rhyme! •

Modern twist on a well-known classic: This modern adaptation of the classic nursery rhyme encourages boys to embrace every part of what makes them unique

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Perfect read-aloud: Filled with unique rhymes, engaging text, and sweet illustrations this picture book is perfect for read-alouds

What are little boys made of? What makes them who they are? Celebrate all the things that make boys themselves! Elaborating on the old, well-known nursery rhyme, this special story gently nudges readers to think beyond the gender stereotypes and inspire a new generation of unique, wonderful boys! Every child is filled with boundless potential, and this empowering book encourages every little boy to feel confident in who he is and what he loves to do, loving himself inside and out.

SUSANNA LEONARD HILL is the New York Times bestselling author of Moon’s First Friends, as well as many other award-winning books for children. She does frequent school and library visits, teaches picture book writing, and offers picture book critiques. She lives in New York’s Mid-Hudson Valley with her children and two rescue dogs.

DECEMBER 2022 9781728251455 Juvenile Fiction/Picture Book Sourcebooks Wonderland World with translation

$10.99 U.S. HC 40 Pages Ages: 4—7

What Little Girls Are Made Of A Modern Nursery Rhyme

Susanna Leonard Hill, illustrated by Talitha Shipman What are little girls made of? Inspire a new generation of empowered, unique girls in this modern retelling of the classic nursery rhyme! •

Inspirational message: Focuses on self-love, empowerment, and acceptance, important topics parents and guardians want to teach little girls. Plus, a list of empowering affirmations in the back to turn to everyday!

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Perfect read-aloud: Filled with unique rhymes, engaging text, and sweet illustrations this picture book is perfect for read-alouds

Celebrate all the things that make girls themselves! Elaborating on the old, well-known nursery rhyme, this special story gently nudges readers to think beyond the gender stereotypes and inspire a new generation of unique, wonderful girls! Every child is filled with boundless potential, and this empowering book encourages every little girl to feel confident in who she is and what she loves to do, loving herself inside and out.

DECEMBER 2022 SUSANNA LEONARD HILL is the New York Times bestselling author of Moon’s First Friends, as well as many other award-winning books for children. She does frequent school and library visits, teaches picture book writing, and offers picture book critiques. She lives in New York’s Mid-Hudson Valley with her children and two rescue dogs.

9781728251424 Juvenile Fiction/Picture Book Sourcebooks Wonderland World with translation

$10.99 U.S. HC 40 Pages Ages: 4—7

How to Catch a Loveosaurus Alice Walstead, illustrated by Andy Elkerton How to Catch

Can you catch the magical Loveosaurus? From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes an exciting Valentine’s Day treat about a rare new creature!

ALICE WALSTED is a children’s book author who loves to make kids smile with her stories.

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Expands the How to Catch series into Valentine’s Day for the first time ever

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Activity and trap-themed books are popular with parents and teachers and this book takes advantage of the creative fun families are already having with STEAM

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A delightful and hilarious story that is the perfect entry point for talking to children about kindness and friendship

The Catch Club Kids are on the chase again, this time to trap an escaped dinosaur that wants to spread love and kindness. Blending exciting traps and STEAM concepts with hilarity and chaos to encourage reading, learning, and imagination, this charming adventure will delight young readers, families, and educators alike—and maybe inspire spreading some kindness too! Have you heard of the Loveosaurus? The first ever found—it’s true! He’s on the run spreading kindness and joy, But who will trap him… YOU?

DECEMBER 2022 9781728268781

$10.99 U.S.

Juvenile Fiction/Picture Book Sourcebooks Wonderland World with translation

9781492632917

HC 40 Pages Ages: 4—8

9781492646310

9781492662471

My First How to Catch the Big Bad Wolf Alice Walstead, illustrated by Joel and Ashley Selby How to Catch

Experience the magic of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch Brand for a younger audience in this sweet fairytale board book! •

An expansion of the bestselling series: The How to Catch series boasts multiple New York Times and USA Today bestsellers with over two million copies sold

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New format for younger audience: The bestselling brand is entering the board book space and will spark a love for reading, learning, and imagination for a new, younger set of How to Catch fans

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Favorite fairytale characters: Featuring little red riding hood, the three little pigs, and other classic fairytale characters, this sweet and fun-filled tale will enchant young readers, parents, and caregivers alike.

Step into a magical world of classic nursery rhymes and fairy tales as a child tries to catch one of the most mischievous nursery rhyme characters: the big, bad wolf! Filled with classic nursery rhyme and fairytale characters, sweet rhymes, and hilarious traps, this book is sure to spark reading, learning, and imagination for a new set of young How to Catch fans. Some of my favorite stories are fables and tales and nursery rhymes. And I keep hearing about a big, bad wolf who causes trouble sometimes. If I were in the stories, I know just what I’d do I would set only the best traps, he wouldn’t have a clue. ALICE WALSTED is a children’s book author who loves to make kids smile with her stories.

MARCH 2023 9781728261492 Juvenile Fiction/Picture Book Sourcebooks Jabberwocky World with translation

9781728240916

9781728241531

$7.99 U.S. Board Book 24 Pages Ages: 0—3

Let’s Get This Potty Started Rose Rossner, illustrated by Vicki Gausden Punderland

Take the plunge into potty training with this punny and entertaining read-aloud book! •

Successful brand: Punderland has sold over 200,000 copies in 18 months, proving the success of the sweet, wide-appeal concepts across markets!

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New category approach: Potty books are a bestselling, evergreen category, and our fun puns and brand can stand out!

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A delight for parents AND little ones: Silly rhymes, bright illustrations, and an adorable package make this the perfect read aloud help families laugh off the stress of potty training

From the bestselling Punderland series comes an adorable new board book encouraging toddlers that, when it comes to potty training, they’ve turdally got this! Packed with silly and sweet rhymes and fun illustrations sure to have readers laughing, Let’s Get This Potty Started offers a fresh approach to the evergreen (and increasingly humorous) potty book space!

OCTOBER 2022 9781728257501 Juvenile Fiction Sourcebooks Wonderland World with translation

$8.99 U.S. Board Book 24 Pages Ages: 0—3

You Shamrock My World Rose Rossner, illustrated by Ela Smietanka Punderland

Find some St. Patrick’s Day magic with this punderful board book for babies and toddlers!

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Successful brand: Punderland has sold over 200,000 copies in 18 months, proving the success of the sweet, wide-appeal concepts across markets!

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Unique holiday opportunity: This book is a unique and exciting combination of the evergreen topics of love and puns with St. Patrick’s Day, a newly growing space for kids books

You Shamrock My World is a magical new addition to the bestselling Punderland series, combining the evergreen message of love with funny and sweet seasonal puns. St. Patrick’s Day is a growing holiday in kids books. This delightful book uses charming illustrations and heartfelt rhymes to show your little one that they are worth more than any pot of gold, making it the perfect St. Patrick’s Day gift for your lucky little clover!

DECEMBER 2022 9781728256337 Juvenile Fiction Sourcebooks Wonderland World with translation

$8.99 U.S. Board Book 24 Pages Ages: 0—3

I Love You Slow Much Rose Rossner, illustrated by Sanja Rescek Punderland

Tell your little one they are one in a chameleon with this adorably punny animal book for babies and toddlers!

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Successful brand: Punderland has sold over 200,000 copies in 18 months, proving the success of the sweet, wide-appeal concepts across markets!

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On trend content: Love is an evergreen topic in children’s books, and these cute puns and adorable illustrations tap into popular animals trending in the baby space

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A delight for parents and little ones: I Love You Like No Otter proves that sweet animal books make the perfect gift to say “I love you!” on Valentine’s Day AND all year round!

Say “I love you slow much!” in this sweet and inspiring love book for babies and toddlers! Building on the runaway success of the Punderland series, this newest addition combines wildly popular baby animals with the evergreen message of love. Bursting with adorable illustrations and llamazing animal puns on every page, this board book is the purrfect gift for Valentine’s, baby showers, holidays, and more!

DECEMBER 2022 9781728260075

$8.99 U.S.

Juvenile Fiction

Board Book

Sourcebooks Wonderland World with translation

9781728213743

24 Pages Ages: 0—3

A Christmas Gift for Little One Sandra Magsamen Welcome Little One Baby Gift Collection

Share the gifts of Christmas with Little One in this precious board book from USA Today bestselling author Sandra Magsamen!

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Welcome Little One is the #1 baby book in the United States: With nearly one million copies sold, Sandra Magsamen’s Welcome Little One has become the gift for each and every baby shower

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Holiday extension of Welcome Little One: A Christmas Gift for Little One is perfect for the holidays by continuing Sandra’s message of love with favorite holiday pasttimes, super sweet illustrations, and all the holiday wishes you have for Little One!

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Bestselling author: Sandra Magsamen has sold more than 3 million copies of her books

Love and joy are the greatest Christmas gifts of all! SANDRA MAGSAMEN is a world-renowned artist, author, and designer whose products and ideas have touched millions of lives. Her books and stories are a heartfelt reminder that it’s the people and moments in our lives that make life so wonderful!

Snuggle up with your little one this winter to discover the heartwarming messages of love, joy, and Christmas spirit. Filled with sweet illustrations and heartwarming rhymes, A Christmas Gift for Little One is a sweet holiday story to cherish for years to come. Perfect for stocking stuffers, celebrating baby’s first Christmas, winter baby showers, or for simply celebrating the love you have for your little one! Christmas is a time of wonder where wishes do come true. Little one, I have so many wishes I want to wish for you.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728244822 / 9781728244976 Juvenile Fiction

Board Book / HC

Sourcebooks Wonderland World with translation

9781492619307

$7.99 / $17.99 U.S. 24 / 40 Pages Ages: 0—3 / 3—6

9781492691037

9781728233321

Little Bird Finds Christmas Marianne Richmond, illustrated by Janet Samuel Marianne Richmond

Beloved, bestselling author Marianne Richmond delivers a future Christmas classic! Little Bird wonders, Christmas is coming, but where is Christmas now? •

Six million readers: Marianne Richmond’s heartwarming classic books have touched the lives of six million readers for over two decades

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Warm and inviting: Trademark Marianne sentiment and adorable animal illustrations from a new illustrator partner create a story that families will cherish

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Proven combination: Marianne’s last Christmas title, You Are My Merry, has sold more than 100,000 copies

Back in their warm and cozy nest, Mama and Little Bird cuddled against the December chill. “Want to know my favorite place to find Christmas?” said Mama. Beloved author and illustrator, MARIANNE RICHMOND has touched the lives of millions for two decades through her award winning books, greeting cards, and other gift products that offer people the most heartfelt way to connect with each other. She lives in the Nashville area. Visit www.mariannerichmond.com. JANET SAMUEL is an illustrator living in a small town in the south of Wales with her daughter Alice and scruffy terrier, Tilly. She is at her happiest with a pencil or paint brush in hand.

“I do,” said Little Bird. “With you,” Mama said. An adorably sweet holiday book from a beloved bestselling author, Little Bird Finds Christmas is a delightful journey about finding Christmas wherever you are—and in your heart.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728254456

$10.99 U.S.

Juvenile Fiction/Board Book Sourcebooks Jabberwocky World with translation

9781728250113

HC 40 Pages Ages: 4—6

9781492675167

9781492658832

ABC God Loves Me Rose Rossner, illustrated by Anna Kubaszewska An Alphabet Book About God’s Endless Love

Seeing God’s love around you is as easy as A, B, C! •

Growing Market: Inspiration and religion light are growing areas in children’s books with new bestsellers and requests from buyers for more

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Blue Ocean Positioning: Brand new combination of the evergreen ABCs and the religion light spaces!

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One-of-a-Kind Gift: Unique, wide-appeal format and inspiring content provide a perfect gift opportunity for Easter, baby showers, and beyond!

Bringing the evergreen ABCs to the light religious inspiration space for the first time, ABC God Loves Me taps into the growing bestselling children’s inspiration space. With heartwarming text and beautiful animal illustrations, this alphabet board book proves the endless blessing of God’s love, a sweet read aloud perfect for babies and toddlers all year round!

FEBRUARY 2023 9781728260808

$10.99 U.S.

Juvenile Fiction

Board Book

Sourcebooks Wonderland World with translation

28 Pages Ages: 0—3

Why the World Needs Love Gregory E. Lang, illustrated by Lisa Alderson Discover the power of love in this heartwarming picture book from New York Times bestselling author Greg Lang! •

Bestselling series: Why We Need Love is part of the New York Times bestselling picture book Why We Need series by author Greg Lang

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Heartwarming sentiment of family and love: Following in the footsteps of Why a Daughter Needs a Dad and the Why We Need series, this sweet picture book shares the message of family connection and love that resonates with readers

No matter what hurdles we encounter in life, love sees us through! Filled with heartfelt sentiment and sweet illustrations, this new picture book from Greg Lang’s bestselling Why We Need series is the perfect way to share the timeless and universal message of love with little ones.

What makes a life full, and happy, and bright? A feeling that warms you like summer’s sunlight? What makes your heart feel like a bird in mid-flight? The answer is easy: It’s love! GREGORY E. LANG is the New York Times bestselling author of more than 20 books, including Why a Daughter Needs a Dad, Why a Daughter Needs a Mom, Why a Son Needs a Dad, Why a Son Needs a Mom, and Why I Love You. He lives in Georgia.

JANUARY 2023 9781728258881 Juvenile Fiction/Picture Book Sourcebooks Wonderland World with translation

$10.99 U.S. HC 40 Pages Ages: 4—7

Why We Need Teachers Gregory E. Lang, illustrated by Lisa Alderson Celebrate teachers everywhere in this inspirational picture book from New York Times bestselling author Greg Lang! •

Bestselling series: From the New York Times bestselling picture book series by author Greg Lang

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Heartwarming celebration of teachers: This all-new picture book is a heartfelt and special thank you note to teachers everywhere that recognizes all the incredible things they do!

We NEED teachers! In this special celebration of the coaches, mentors, caregivers, and teachers in our lives comes a heartfelt message of gratitude for their effort, support, and encouragement. Rhyming verse pairs with adorable art to embrace all teachers do for their students and shows them our gratitude for each effort. The newest addition to Greg Lang’s bestselling Why We Need picture book series, Why We Need Teachers is filled with the same warmth and sentiment that captured the hearts of readers everywhere.

MAY 2023 GREGORY E. LANG is the New York Times bestselling author of more than 20 books, including Why a Daughter Needs a Dad, Why a Daughter Needs a Mom, Why a Son Needs a Dad, Why a Son Needs a Mom, and Why I Love You. He lives in Georgia.

9781728260518 Juvenile Fiction/Picture Book Sourcebooks Wonderland World with translation

$10.99 U.S. HC 40 Pages Ages: 4—7

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100 Disasters That Shaped World History Joanne Mattern 100 Series

In this brand-new, action-packed addition to the 100 Series, kids can discover how 100 disastrous explosions, earthquakes, crashes, and accidents have shaped world history •

JOANNE MATTERN became the author of numerous nonfiction books for kids after working as an editor for several major children’s book publishers. She especially loves writing about animals, sports, and interesting people and places.

Makes history fun and accessible: Simple, easy-to-read text will engage and educate readers of all levels

From the Great Fire of London to the Challenger explosion, earthquakes, crashes, floods, and accidents have been major turning points throughout history. In 100 Disasters That Shaped World History, young readers will be introduced to some of the most notorious disasters known to mankind, discovering how these fateful events unfolded—and how they changed the world as we know it.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728260778 / 9781728261485

$7.99 / $12.99 U.S.

Juvenile Nonfiction/History Sourcebooks Kids World with translation

TP / HC 128 Pages Ages: 8—15

100 American Women Who Shaped American History Deborah G. Felder 100 Series

Learn all about the fascinating lives and tremendous impact of 100 extraordinary American women in this fact-filled biography collection for kids! •

DEBORAH G. FELDER is a graduate of Bard College, where she studied drama and literature. She worked as an editor at Scholastic, Inc., and has been a freelance writer and editor for over 30 years. \She resides with her husband in South Chatham, Massachusetts.

Diverse and engrossing: Fascinating facts about famous and lesser-known American immigrants will expand every reader’s knowledge

From Betsy Ross to Florence Price, Georgia O’Keeffe to Katherine Johnson, Ruth Bader Ginsburg to Kamala Harris and many more, readers will meet artists, activists, scientists, and icons throughout history. Organized chronologically, 100 American Women Who Shaped American History offers a look at the prominent role women have played, and how their talents, ideas, and expertise have influenced the country from its very beginning, all the way to today.

NOVEMBER 2022 9781728260570 / 9781728261522

$7.99 / $12.99 U.S. TP / HC

Juvenile Nonfiction/History Sourcebooks Kids World with translation

128 Pages Ages: 8—15

100 Immigrants Who Shaped American History Joanne Mattern 100 Series

Learn all about the fascinating lives and tremendous impact of 100 immigrants to America with this fact-filled biography collection for kids! •

Diverse and engrossing: Fascinating facts about famous and lesser-known American immigrants will expand every reader’s knowledge

From Alexander Graham Bell to Helena Rubinstein, Elizabeth Arden to Alfred Hitchcock, Hannah Arendt to Isaac Asimov and many more, readers will meet artists, activists, scientists, and icons throughout history. Organized chronologically, 100 Immigrants Who Shaped American History offers a look at the prominent role immigrants have always played in America, and how their talents, ideas, and expertise have guided the country from its very beginning all the way through the present day.

FEBRUARY 2023 9781728260747 / 9781728261478 Juvenile Nonfiction/History Sourcebooks Kids World with translation

$7.99 / $12.99 U.S. TP / HC 112 Pages / 128 Pages Ages: 8—15

Me and White Supremacy Young Readers Edition Guided Journal Layla F. Saad Awareness leads to action, and action leads to change •

Companion to young readers’ edition of an instant New York Times bestseller: Me and White Supremacy shot to the bestseller list when it debuted in February 2020

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Timely resource for kids and parents: The young readers’ edition and companion journal are essential tools for parents who want to encourage their kids to challenge white supremacy but aren’t sure where or how to begin

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Fulfilling a need: Me and White Supremacy: Young Readers Edition includes reflection questions for readers to write responses to, and this journal provides the perfect place for those responses

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Highly engaged author: Layla Saad has a massive platform and great contacts

Become an antiracist changemaker with this guided journal companion to Me and White Supremacy: Young Readers Edition

LAYLA F SAAD is the author of the ground-breaking Me And White Supremacy and the host of Good Ancestor Podcast. She is a globally sought speaker on the topics of race, spirituality, feminism and leadership. Layla’s work is driven by her powerful desire to become a ‘good ancestor’; to live and work in ways that leave a legacy of healing and liberation for those who will come after she is gone. She lives in Doha, Qatar with her family.

Bestselling author Layla Saad created Me and White Supremacy: Young Readers Edition to educate and inspire kids of all races to fight white supremacy and help create a better world for everyone. Now she has created an engaging and inviting companion journal to help support young people as they embark on their antiracism journey. Featuring key definitions and reflection questions, this guided journal offers plenty of space for young changemakers to respond to prompts, reflect on what they’ve learned, and explore their emotions, all while creating a powerful and personal antiracism tool they can come back to again and again.

DECEMBER 2022 9781728268934 Juvenile Nonfiction

9781728209807

9781728238555

9781728259086

$14.99 U.S. TP

Sourcebooks Explore

144 Pages

World with translation

Ages: 10—16

The Hayley Mysteries: The Secret on Set Hayley LeBlanc The Hayley Mysteries, Book #3

Youtube sensation Hayley Leblanc is back with the third installment in an exciting middle grade mystery series about a haunted LA TV studio, a vengeful ghost, and an intrepid young actress who becomes a real-life sleuth •

Well-known author with over 5 million fans: Hayley has 3.9 million Instagram followers and 1.56 million YouTube subscribers, and I!s currently the star of Chicken Girls, a highly watched scripted YouTube series

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Standalone mysteries: Each twisty mystery in the series can be read on its own

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Exciting setting: Readers will love the glamorous Hollywood TV studio backdrop

Hayley LeBlanc is on the set of Sadie Solves It, the mystery TV show she stars in, when she comes across a strange and spooky discovery: a dead body! It sure looks like one at least, with feet sticking out from under a sheet. She races to go get a security guard for help, but by the time they get back, the body is gone! The security guard thinks she was just seeing things, but Hayley knows there was something there—and it’s really fishy that it disappeared. With the help of her friends, Hayley investigates. Can they figure out the mystery of the mysterious “corpse?” HAYLEY LEBLANC is a 13-year-old actress and singer based in Los Angeles with 5.2 million followers across her social media. She currently stars on the YouTube series Chicken Girls.

NOVEMBER 2022 9781728252049 Juvenile Fiction/Independent Reader Sourcebooks Young Readers World with translation

9781728251981

9781728252018

$7.99 U.S. TP 176 Pages Ages: 8—12

Heroes Jen Calonita Royal Academy Rebels, Book #3

The crowning conclusion to the Royal Academy Rebels series from bestselling author Jen Calonita... with a crossover to the beloved Fairy Tale Reform School series •

Bestselling author: Jen Calonita’s novels have sold a combined 475,000 copies!

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Built in fan-base: Heroes includes characters from the author’s successful Fairy Tale Reform School series, attracting fans of those books as well as new readers

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Incorporates the popular topic of fractured fairytales: Heroes puts fun twists on popular characters like Little Red Riding Hood, Snow White, and Beauty’s Beast

Princess Devin didn’t come to Royal Academy for fame, glory, or a crown. All she’s ever wanted is to be a Magical Creature Caretaker. Just when Devin gets up the courage to ask about following her passion, disaster strikes. The evil Rumplestiltskin and Alva cast a curse that nearly destroys Enchantasia, a new villain is on the rise, and the students of Royal Academy find they now have to share their castle with the delinquents from the notorious Fairy Tale Reform School. Devin feels stuck—how can she think about going her own way when her kingdom clearly needs her now more than ever?

JEN CALONITA is the award-winning author of the Royal Academy Rebels and Fairy Tale Reform School series. Jen lives in Merrick, New York with her husband, two sons, and their two Chihuahuas, Captain Jack Sparrow and Ben Kenobi. Visit jencalonitaonline.com for more.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728260037 Juvenile Fiction Sourcebooks Young Readers World with translation

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9781492651314

$7.99 U.S. TP 250 Pages Ages: 10—13

The Town with No Mirrors Christina Collins, illustrated by Francisco Fonseca

A moving, innovative middle grade that asks: Can you know who you are if you don’t know what you look like?

CHRISTINA COLLINS grew up in Massachusetts and now lives in Northern Ireland, where she’s always on the lookout for castle ruins and secret gardens. She holds a PhD from Queen’s University Belfast and an MFA from George Mason University, both in creative writing. Her debut novel, After Zero, was a 2019 NCTE/CLA Notable Children’s Book in the Language Arts. Visit her website at www.christinacollinsbooks. com.

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Unique exploration of body image and our looksobsessed culture through the lens of a community seemingly free from negative influences

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Compelling, voice-driven contemporary story perfect for fans of Counting by 7s and Extraordinary Birds

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Perfect for discussions about self-image, societal beauty standards, “mirror fasting,” and censorship

Zailey has never seen her own face. She’s never seen her reflection, or a photo of herself, or even a drawing. Here at Gladder Hill, cameras and mirrors are banned, words like “beautiful” and “ugly” aren’t in the dictionaries, and it’s wrong to talk—or even think—about anyone’s appearance, including one’s own. People are happier at Gladder Hill—or so Zailey’s been taught—so her fascination with her classmates’ faces is a guilty secret. She starts to wonder about the world outside the community, the past she can’t quite remember, and most of all, what she looks like. When a fateful event leads Zailey beyond the gates of Gladder Hill, she finally has a chance to have her questions answered. But is she prepared for the truth?

FEBRUARY 2023 9781492655350 / 9781728258645 Juvenile Fiction/Independent Reader Sourcebooks Young Readers World with translation

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$16.99 / $7.99 U.S. HC / TP 304 Pages Ages: 8—12

Breath of Mischief MarcyKate Connolly, illustrated by Yuta Onoda

From the bestselling author of Shadow Weaver comes the story of thirteen-year-old Aria who was raised by the Wind. When the Wind mysteriously vanishes, Aria is the only one who can save the realm.

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Powerhouse author: MarcyKate is a wonderful author partner who designs her own discussion guides, loves to do school visits, and is a tireless promoter

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Great concept: We have a great concept here and it’s MarcyKate’s fist solo standalone title, which we know works well in this space

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Proven sales: The author’s first book with us, Shadow Weaver, netted over 27k in hardcover and over 33k in paperback. It was also a Texas Blue Bonnet nominee

All her life, Aria has been raised by the wind and lives in their castle in the clouds. Her companions are birds and gryphons and other creatures of the air. But one morning Aria is woken by a frantic Gwyn, a gryphling and Aria’s best friend. The castle in the clouds has instead settled on the ground and Wind has vanished. Aria and Gwyn soon find out that Wind has been taken prisoner by an evil man named Worton. The only way to free Wind is to carry out the tasks he sets before her: She must locate three items: a chalice that can refill on command; a brilliant diamond; and a candle that can penetrate any darkness. MARCYKATE CONNOLLY is a New York Times bestselling children’s book author and nonprofit administrator who lives in New England with her family and a grumble of pugs. She is the author of the Shadow Weaver and Hollow Doll series and The Star Shepherd. You can visit her online at marcykate.com.

But Worton is more than meets the eye, and he won’t stop until he’s captured all the elements…and it’s up to Aria to make sure he doesn’t succeed.

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$16.99 U.S. HC 332 Pages Ages: 8—13

The Girl in White Lindsay Currie

A spooky new middle-grade novel from the author of Scritch Scratch and What Lives in the Woods. A twelve-year old girl must face down a notorious ghostin order to stop a centuries-old curse that threatens to destroy everything •

Fantastic author: Lindsay Currie is a powerhouse author filled with dynamic ideas and an incredible work ethic who loves school visits and events

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Perfect hook: In the tradition of Salem and Sleepy Hollow readers will love the concept of a real ghost in a tourist town known for spooky stories

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More to come: This is our third spooky middle grade with Lindsay and we have two more to come

Sweet Molly once lived in Eastport Sweet Molly once loved the sea Sweet Molly lost Liam to the shadows Now Sweet Molly is coming for ye… Mallory hasn’t quite adapted to life in her new town of Eastport yet. Maybe it’s because everyone is obsessed with upholding Eastport’s reputation as the most cursed town in the U.S.

LINDSAY CURRIE lives in Chicago, Illinois with her husband and three kids. She loves coffee, Halloween, Disney World and things that go bump in the night! She is the author of Scritch Scratch, What Lives in the Woods, and The Peculiar Incident on Shady Street. Visit her online at lindsaycurrie.com.

And thanks to the nightmares she’s had since arriving, Mallory hardly sleeps. Combined with the unsettling sensation of being watched, she’s quickly becoming convinced there’s more to her town. Something sinister. When Mallory has a terrifying encounter with the same old woman from her dreams, she’s not sure what to do. With the town gearing up to celebrate the anniversary of their first recorded legend, Mallory is forced to investigate the one Eastport legend she’s always secretly been afraid of: Sweet Molly.

SEPTEMBER 2023 9781728259277 / 9781728236544 Juvenile Fiction/Independent Reader Sourcebooks Young Readers US, CA, PH, PR 9781728232423

9781728245720

$8.99 / $16.99 U.S. TP / HC 304 Pages Ages: 8—12

The Other Side of the River Alda P. Dobbs

From the author of highlyacclaimed Barefoot Dreams of Petra Luna comes a compelling new novel about a twelve-yearold girl who builds a new life in America •

Relevant topic: A gripping story about escaping war and conflict for a better life in America that resonates with present-day immigrant narratives

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Author to watch: Alda P. Dobbs’s debut was named a Junior Library Guild selection, a Bluebonnet Award Master List selection, and an Indie Next pick

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Great for educators and librarians: Includes author’s note about the real historical events that inspired the book, based on her own family’s story

Twelve-year old Petra Luna is in America after escaping the Mexican Revolution. Now that they are safe, Petra, her two younger siblings and her abuelita have a chance to begin again, in this country that promises so much. She leads her family from a smallpox-stricken refugee camp to the city of San Antonio, meeting with both opportunities and obstacles at every turn. As her family slowly builds their new lives, Petra starts to believe that even her most remote dreams of learning to read and write are within reach. Yet she also sees in America the extremes of rich and poor that she thought she’d left behind, and she begins to wonder if it’s better to return to Mexico to fight for a better life there. Soon Petra finds her strength and courage tested as she discovers for herself what’s truly worth fighting for. ALDA P. DOBBS is as passionate about connecting children to their past, their communities, and nature as she is about writing. Alda lives with her husband and two children outside Houston, Texas.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728238449 Juvenile Fiction/Independent Reader Sourcebooks Young Readers US, CA, MX, PR

9781728251660

$17.99 U.S. HC 368 Pages Ages: 8—12

Crime and Carpetbags Julie Berry, illustrated by Chloe Bristol Wishes and Wellingtons, Book #2 The second book of the bestselling Wishes and Wellingtons series. Three friends embark on an adventure full of magic and danger to rescue Tommy’s father and the djinni they’ve grown to love. •

Follow up to the acclaimed first book in the series: Wishes and Wellingtons is a highly rated Audible Original as well as a Bank Street Best Children’s Book of the year selection

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A winning combination: The Wishes and Wellingtons series has a commercial concept with strong, critically acclaimed writing

Having three wishes might not be a dream come true … Now that Maeve Merritt has surrendered Mermeros, the djinni she found in a sardine can, she expects her life in London will be dull as dirt. But villains from Maeve’s previous escapades are still searching for the djinni, now in the hands of Mr. Poindexter, the adoptive father of Maeve’s friend Tommy. When Mr. Poindexter tries to use one of his wishes, he and Mermeros go missing—and without a guardian, Tom will be forced back to the orphanage. With the help of magical flying carpetbags, Maeve, Tom, and their friend Alice soar off to find Mr. Poindexter and that rascal, Mermeros, before the djinni’s fabled wishes fall into the wrong hands. JULIE BERRY has written multiple award-winning novels for children and young adults, including Printz Honor winner The Passion of Dolssa and Odyssey Honor winner The Scandalous Sisterhood of Prickwillow Place. She lives in upstate New York with her husband and four sons, where she owns an independent bookstore called Author’s Note.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728258638 Juvenile Fiction Sourcebooks Young Readers US, CA, PH, PR

$17.99 U.S. HC 352 Pages Ages: 14—18

Burglars and Bluestockings Julie Berry, illustrated by Chloe Bristol Wishes and Wellingtons, Book #3 The third book in New York Times bestselling, award-winning author Julie Berry’s magically adventurous Wishes and Wellingtons series •

Follow up to the acclaimed first book in the series: Wishes and Wellingtons is a highly rated Audible Original as well as a Bank Street Best Children’s Book of the year selection.

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A winning combination: The Wishes and Wellingtons series has a commercial concept with strong, critically acclaimed writing

Maeve Merritt knows magic exists—after all, she found Mermeros the djinni in a sardine can! Thanks to their new forward-thinking summer governess, Maeve and her schoolmate Alice are impressed by the marvels of science, too, as they take fascinating field trips to laboratories to see all the latest discoveries. Still, they’re not as quick as their tutor to dismiss the mysterious objects found at their good friend Mr. Poindexter’s Oddity Shop as superstitious junk. Especially when a pair of mirrors that Tommy Poindexter gives them turn out to have special qualities. When Maeve and Alice look in the mirrors at exactly the same moment, they can see and hear one another! But when the mirrors are stolen, and the theft appears to be connected to one of the most prestigious laboratories in London, it’s clear that forces beyond science are at work. Can Maeve and her friends stop the magic from falling into the wrong hands? JULIE BERRY has written multiple award-winning novels for children and young adults, including Printz Honor winner The Passion of Dolssa and Odyssey Honor winner The Scandalous Sisterhood of Prickwillow Place. She lives in upstate New York with her husband and four sons, where she owns an independent bookstore called Author’s Note.

NOVEMBER 2022 9781728259451 / 9781728231525 Juvenile Fiction Sourcebooks Young Readers US, CA, PH, PR

$8.99 / $16.99 U.S. TP / HC 352 Pages Ages: 8—11

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Monsters Born and Made Tanvi Berwah

DEBUT!

She grew up battling the monsters that live in the black seas, but it couldn’t prepare her to face the cunning cruelty of the ruling elite •

Fantastic writing: Absolutely fantastic writing with incredible pacing and world building that transports you into this lush South Asian-inspired setting

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Tropes that YA readers love: Classic fantasy tropes feel fresh, interesting, and perfect for the teen fantasy audience

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Well-connected author: Melissa Albert had this to say about a previous short story: “A mesmerizing account of love, loss, and revenge, entwined with a mythic family history. It’s all spikes and rising oddity, a sharp-toothed thing that nods to Helen Oyeyemi and Kelly Link, but does its own thing.”

Sixteen-year-old Koral and her older brother Emrik risk their lives each day to capture the monstrous maristags that live in the black seas around their island. They have to, or else their family will starve. In an oceanic world swarming with vicious beasts, the Landers—the ruling elite, have indentured Koral’s family to provide the maristags for the Glory Race, a deadly chariot tournament reserved for the upper class. The winning contender receives gold and glory. The others—if they’re lucky—survive. When the last maristag of the year escapes and Koral has no new maristag to sell, her family’s financial situation takes a turn for the worse and they can’t afford medicine for her chronically ill little sister. Koral’s only choice is to do what no one in the world has ever dared: cheat her way into the Glory Race. TANVI BERWAH is a South Asian writer who grew up wanting to touch the stars and reach back in time. She graduated from the University of Delhi with a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Literature of English, and lives in India. Monsters Born and Made is her debut novel.

But every step of the way is unpredictable as Koral races against contenders who have trained for this their whole lives and who have no intention of letting a low-caste girl steal their glory. When riots break out and rogues attack Koral to try and force her to drop out, she must choose—her life or her sister’s—before the whole island burns.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728247625 Young Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Fire World with translation

$18.99 U.S. HC 352 Pages Ages: 13—18

Don’t Let In the Cold Keely Parrack

When a solar storm leaves Lottie and her new stepsister Jade alone without power or cell service in a cabin in Tahoe, the arrival of a seemingly lost stranger begins a chain of harrowing events. A debut thriller with escalating stakes. •

Powerhouse author: MarcyKate is a wonderful author partner who designs her own discussion guides, loves to do school visits, and is a tireless promoter

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Great concept: We have a great concept here and it’s MarcyKate’s fist solo standalone title, which we know works well in this space

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Proven sales: The author’s first book with us, Shadow Weaver, netted over 27k in hardcover and over 33k in paperback. It was also a Texas Blue Bonnet nominee.

They were only supposed to be on their own for one night. When her mother remarries after an all-too-short courtship, Lottie and her new stepsister must house sit for a night while their parents honeymoon in Reno. Lottie feels out of place at her new stepdad’s fancy ski cabin in Tahoe, especially since her lone companion is her new smart and sullen stepsister, Jade, who she’s only met briefly once before. And when a solar flare causes a massive blackout—no cell signal or power—Lottie knows they’ve got a long night ahead of them.

KEELY PARRACK grew up in England and came to America, twenty years ago. She has been a teacher, retail manager, childcare director, and a social networker for her local indie bookstore. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband and son. Don’t Let in the Cold is her debut novel.

Then, in the dark, someone else shows up at the cabin—a cute, fast-talking stranger named Alex with his dog, claiming to be lost and needing shelter from the developing snowstorm. Lottie’s suspicions about him grow throughout the night, but when a fireplace malfunction causes a fire, the three of them are forced out into the blizzard and must rely on one another to find shelter and safety.. In the remote, freezing woods with no way to call for help, the wary trio encounters the perils of the wilderness as well as two mysterious young men who seem to know Alex. Now Lottie must decide who she should trust in order to survive.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728256764 Young Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Fire World with translation

$10.99 U.S. TP 320 Pages Ages: 14—18

Why We Fly Kimberly Jones & Gilly Segal

From the New York Times bestselling authors of I’m Not Dying with You Tonight comes a heartfelt story about two teen girls—one black, one white—whose friendship is tested by an act of rebellion against systemic racism. Now available in paperback! • Bestselling track record: The authors’ debut I’m Not Dying with You Tonight was a New York Times bestseller, sold more than 100,000 copies, and was a NAACP Image Award nominee • Author Kimberly Jones is a viral sensation: Her video “How Can We Win” has been viewed more than 2,000,000 times and has turned her into a sought-after voice for the Black Lives Matter movement • Critical acclaim: “May it inspire a new generation of energized young people to take their destinies in their own hands and to create the world they want!”—NPR.orgwith Lindsay and we have two more to come

KIMBERLY JONES is the former manager of the bookstore Little Shop of Stories. She currently works in the entertainment industry in Atlanta, Georgia. GILLY SEGAL grew up in Florida, attended Hebrew University and Emory School of Law. She is currently the chief legal officer of an advertising agency.

With challenges undermining their friendship, Eleanor and Chanel must navigate their senior year in a time of uncertainty. When the cheer squad decides to take a knee at the season’s first football game, their act of rebellion has disastrous consequences. Chanel, who is Black, is singled out as the ringleader and is the only student suspended from school. Eleanor, however, starts a relationship with star quarterback Three, who may or may not have her back as other students protest their school’s actions. A bittersweet, sometime humorous, but always compelling look at issues of friendship, privilege, sports, and race.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728255262 Young Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Fire World with translation 9781728240237

$10.99 U.S. TP 272 Pages Ages: 14—18

Prelude for Lost Souls Helene Dunbar

A spellbinding tale about choosing your own path, the families we create for ourselves, and facing the ghosts that attempt to hold us back. Now in paperback! •

Based on a real town: The fictitious town of St. Hilaire is the home of many mediums, and is based on the real town of Lily Dale, New York, one of the oldest spiritualist communities in the country

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Complex and fascinating storytelling: Told from three distinct points of view, which will keep readers on their toes

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LBGTQIA+ representation: One of the main POVs, Russ, is queer, he is in a (very complicated) relationship with Ian (who is a ghost)

In the town of St. Hilaire, most make their living by talking to the dead. And, in the summer, the gates open to tourists, those who are desperate, those who are curious, those who are skeptical, while all activity is controlled by The Guild, a sinister ruling body that sees everything. Dec Hampton has lived there his entire life, but ever since his parents died, he’s been done with it. Done with séances, done with summer tourists, done with St. Hilaire. He knows he has to leave town before The Guild has a chance to stop him.

HELENE DUNBAR is the author of several novels for young adults, including We Are Lost and Found. She currently lives in Nashville, Tennessee with her family. Visit her at helenedunbar.com.

His best friend Russ won’t be surprised when Dec leaves— but he will be heartbroken. Russ is a good medium, maybe even a great one. He’s made sacrifices for his gift and will do whatever he can to gain entry to The Guild, even embracing dark forces and contacting the most elusive ghost in town. But when the train carrying Annie Krylova, the piano prodigy whose music has been Dec’s main source of solace, breaks down outside the gates, it sets off an unexpected chain of events. In St. Hilaire, there are no such things as coincidences and both boys know their lives will never be the same.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728259352 Young Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Fire 9781728206998

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$10.99 U.S. TP 384 Pages Ages: 14—18

The Sacrifice Rin Chupeco

From bestselling author Rin Chupeco comes a chilling new horror story! When a film crew arrives on a cursed island off the coast of the Philippines , a terrifying legend threatens to kill off their group one by one •

Horror is trending: Horror is hot, and a terrific genre for Rin. Their first horror with Sourcebooks, The Girl From the Well, netted over 60k copies and earned starred reviews, and was on TLA and ALA reading lists

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Perfect hook: A horror that combines a terrifying legend with a thrilling survival story will keep readers at the edge of their seat

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Prolific, talented author: Rin writes across genres and is a wonderful seller who consistently earns starred reviews with Lindsay and we have two more to come

Alon, a local teenager, watches a production crew of an American documentary-style reality show set up on Kisapmata (called the “Godseye” by the Americans), an island off the coast of the Philippines rumored to be cursed. Two producers offer to pay them to be the crew’s tour guide since other locals have refused to set foot on the island. Within minutes of their arrival, a sinkhole appears, revealing a mummified corpse entwined within a balete tree growing underground. Rattled, the showrunner explains to Alon the purpose of the show: to investigate the island’s legend of a Dreamer god that supposedly grants believers unspeakable powers in exchange for eight sacrifices.

Despite uncanny resemblances to Japanese revenants, RIN CHUPECO has always maintained their sense of humor. Raised in Manila, Philippines, they keep four pets: a dog, two birds, and a husband. They are the author of The Girl from the Well, The Suffering, The Bone Witch trilogy, and the A Hundred Names for Magic trilogy. Connect with Rin at rinchupeco.com.

A mysterious journal they find on the island lends credit to the curse and poses a sinister riddle: He who sleeps in the mouth is He who sleeps in the eye. The first to eat, the second to seed, the third to wear, the fourth to birth, the fifth to serve, the sixth to lure, the seventh to consume, the last to wake. The roles of each seem to align with the known sacrifices. As the crew falls victim to the island’s curse one-by-one, Alon must figure out a way to stop the Dreamer before it destroys more than just the island.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728255910 Young Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Fire 9781728262345

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$10.99 U.S. TP 332 Pages Ages: 14—18

The Christmas Clash Suzanne Park Two businesses, both alike in dignity, in Riverwood Mall, where we lay our scene. Chloe and Peter’s grudge breaks to new harmony, before their businesses are demolished on Christmas eve.

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Holiday rom-com for teens: Appeals to the teen crossover audience for holiday rom-coms, as evidenced by Netflix offerings like Dash and Lily and Let It Snow

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Evergreen enemies-to-lovers trope: Dual-narrative story of two protagonists who annoy one another despite all they have in common

Chloe Kwon can’t stand Peter Li. It’s always been that way. Their families don’t get along either: their parents operate rival restaurants in the Riverwoods Mall food court— Korean food for the Kwons and Chinese food for the Lis. And this holiday season, Chloe’s the camera elf at the mall’s Santa Village, while Peter works at the virtual reality North Pole experience right across the atrium. It’s all Chloe can do to avoid Peter’s smug, incredibly photogenic face.

SUZANNE PARK is a Korean-American writer who was born and raised in Tennessee. In her former life as a comedian, she was a finalist in the Oxygen Network’s “Girls Behaving Badly” talent search, and was also selected to appear on BET’s “Coming to the Stage.” She currently resides in Los Angeles with her husband, female offspring, and a sneaky rat that creeps around on her back patio. In her spare time, she procrastinates.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728248011 Young Adult Sourcebooks Fire North America & PH

$10.99 U.S. TP 352 Pages Ages: 14—18

The Midnight Girls Alicia Jasinska In a snow-cloaked kingdom, two wicked rivals secretly compete for the pure heart of a prince, only to discover they might be falling for each other—now in paperback! •

Incredible hook: This hook is extremely strong and on brand for the author. It has: two women who fall for one another, witches, and incredibly lush worldbuilding

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Fantastic writing: The author’s first book, The Dark Tide, has gotten rave reviews (including two starred reviews)

Karnawal season is a time for mischief and revelry. For the next few weeks, all will be wintry balls, glittery disguises, and nightly torch-lit sleigh-parties. Unbeknownst to the merrymakers, two uninvited monsters disguised as girls join the fun. Zosia and Marynka are drawn to each other the moment they meet, until they discover they are rivals, who both have their sights set on the prince’s heart. If one consumes a pure heart, she’ll gain immeasurable power. Marynka plans to bring the prince’s back to her patron in order to prove herself. While Zosia is determined to take his heart and its power for her own.

NOVEMBER 2022 ALICIA JASINSKA works as a library technician and is an aerialist in her spare time. She hails from Sydney, Australia. She is the author of The Dark Tide. Visit her online at aliciajasinska.com

9781728257938 Young Adult Sourcebooks Fire US, CA, PH, PR

$10.99 U.S. TP 352 Pages Ages: 14—18

She’s Gone David Bell

Did Hunter Gifford kill his girlfriend? Everyone in town thinks he did. With his best friend making a docuseries condemning him and the police closing in, Hunter will have to uncover the mystery himself before he ends up behind bars. •

Killer storytelling: A fast-paced and twisty read that strongly resembles a true crime docuseries

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Fantastic author: David Bell is a USA Today bestselling author with a great track record in the adult space. She’s Gone is his breakout into YA

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Crosses two popular genres: She’s Gone blends two of the most popular genres right now: thriller and true crime

While still recovering from the death of his mother, Hunter Gifford and his girlfriend, Chloe Summers, get into a single-car accident on a remote country road after leaving Homecoming. Hunter wakes in the hospital but has no memory of how he got there—or the accident. He’s horrified to learn that Chloe has disappeared from the scene of the crash, leaving behind her purse, shoes, and phone. When Hunter returns to school, his friends aren’t sure how to treat him. And at a candlelight vigil, Chloe’s mother stands in front of the entire town and accuses him of killing Chloe. To make matters worse, Hunter’s former best friend, Daniel, is an aspiring filmmaker who sees Chloe’s disappearance as a golden opportunity to make a true-crime documentary about the case—one that points the finger directly at Hunter. DAVID BELL is a USA Today bestselling, award-winning author whose work has been translated into multiple foreign languages. He’s currently a professor of English at Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Kentucky, where he directs the MFA program. His books have sold over 500,000 copies. She’s Gone is his YA debut.

In order to clear his name and, more importantly, try to figure out what happened to Chloe, Hunter takes matters into his own hands. But the deeper Hunter’s search goes, the more treacherous it becomes, putting his freedom, his family, and even his life, in danger.

NOVEMBER 2022 9781728254203 Young Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Fire World with translation

$10.99 U.S. TP 360 Pages Ages: 14—18

At the End of Everything Marieke Nijkamp

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of This Is Where It Ends comes an emotional and timely story of incarcerated teens fighting to stay alive amidst a deadly pandemic

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#1 New York Times bestselling author: Marieke’s first book, This is Where it Ends, is a #1 New York Times bestseller that spent 72 weeks on the list; her previous three books have sold more than 400,000 copies

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Timely hook: The pandemic narrative explores what happens to individuals who are disenfranchised during a national crisis and will appeal to fans of thrillers, dystopian, and post-apocalyptic books

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Page-turner: With three diverse narrators, life-ordeath stakes, and heart-pounding decisions on every page, this book has a locomotive pace which makes it unputdownableRuss, is queer, he is in a (very complicated) relationship with Ian (who is a ghost)

The Hope Juvenile Treatment Center is ironically named. No one has hope for the teenagers who have been exiled there; the world barely acknowledges that they exist.

MARIEKE NIJKAMP is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of This Is Where It Ends, Before I Let Go, and Even If We Break. She lives in the Netherlands. Visit her at mariekenijkamp.com.

Then the guards at Hope start acting strange. And one day…they don’t show up. At first, the teens are thrilled. But when they band together to make a break from the facility, they encounter soldiers outside the gates. There’s a rapidly spreading infectious disease outside, and no one can leave their houses or travel without a permit. Which means that they’re stuck at Hope for good. And this time, no one is watching out for them at all. As supplies quickly dwindle and the plague passes through their ranks, the group has to decide whom among them they can trust and figure out how they can survive in a world that has never seemed to want them.

DECEMBER 2022 9781728260167 Young Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Fire 9781492671114

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$11.99 U.S. TP 400 Pages Ages: 14—18

Come Out, Come Out, Whatever You Are Kathryn Foxfield Two businesses, both alike in dignity, in Riverwood Mall, where we lay our scene. Chloe and Peter’s grudge breaks to new harmony, before their businesses are demolished on Christmas eve. •

Holiday rom-com for teens: Appeals to the teen crossover audience for holiday rom-coms, as evidenced by Netflix offerings like Dash and Lily and Let It Snow

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Evergreen enemies-to-lovers trope: Dual-narrative story of two protagonists who annoy one another despite all they have in common

DECEMBER 2022 9781728248042 Young Adult Sourcebooks Fire US, CA, PH, PR

$10.99 U.S. TP 358 Pages Ages: 14—18

No Accident Laura Bates The Wilds meets One of Us is Lying in this survivalist YA thriller about seven teens who are stranded on a desert island, and the one who is out for revenge. •

Gripping hook that will grab attention: From the first pages, this gripping story will have readers racing to know the outcome

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Terrifying setting: The claustrophobic, atmospheric setting is as much a character as each of the seven survivors

After a small plane crash ends with a group of seven teens washed up on a desert island, their first thought is of survival. But a terrible secret from a party the night before they flew has followed them ashore. Facing deadly threats and the fear of being stranded forever, they quickly discover that being the most popular kid in high school doesn’t help when you’re fighting to stay alive. As the island deals each of them a dangerous blow, it’s clear that someone is looking for justice. Now survival depends on facing the truth about that party: who was hurt that night, and who let it happen?

DECEMBER 2022 LAURA BATES is a UK-based author and the founder of the Everyday Sexism Project—a crowd-sourced collection of stories from women around the world about their experiences with gender inequality. She was named one of Huffington Post’s Most Inspirational Women of 2012 and shortlisted for the 2013 Shorty Award in activism. Follow her efforts on Twitter @everydaysexism.

9781728206769 Young Adult Sourcebooks Fire US, CA, PH, PR

$10.99 U.S. TP 272 Pages Ages: 14—18

The Stranded Sarah Daniels

DEBUT!

The Hunger Games meets Station Eleven in a gripping near-future thriller: love triangles, betrayals and fights for freedom in a world turned upside-down... •

A riveting, dystopian thriller about teens who have to rebel against the government for their freedom

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A diverse cast of deftly drawn characters caught up in nail-biting suspense

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The first in a duology by a debut author

Welcome to the Arcadia. Once a luxurious cruise ship, it became a refugee camp after being driven from Europe by an apocalyptic war. Now it floats near the coastline of the Federated States—a leftover piece of a fractured USA. For forty years, residents of the Arcadia have been prohibited from making landfall. It is a world of extreme haves and have nots, gangs and make-shift shelters. Esther is a loyal citizen, working flat-out to have the rare chance to live a normal life as a medic on dry land. Ben is a rebel, planning something big to liberate the Arcadia once and for all. When events throw them both together, their lives, and the lives of everyone on the ship, will change forever...

SARAH DANIELS is an ex-archaeologist who escaped academia and now writes stories from her home in rural Lincolnshire. This is her first novel and part of a duology.

JANUARY 2023 9781728258126 Young Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Fire North America & PH

$10.99 U.S. TP 320 Pages Ages: 14—18

They’re Watching You Chelsea Ichaso From the author of Little Creeping Things, a twisty YA thriller about a boarding school secret society that opens unheard-of doors of privilege for some of its initiates, while it leads others to a sinister fate

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Dark academia: This secret society story and atmospheric elite school setting make the most of popular YA tropes

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Compelling read: Twisty plot and breathless pacing will appeal to fans of Jennifer Lynn Barnes and Jessica Goodman

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One to watch in this category: Chelsea Ichaso’s debut Little Creeping Things was called “a riveting whodunnit...a psychological thriller worthy of mystery aficionados” by School Library Journal

Maren Montgomery is certain her best friend Polly didn’t run away from their elite boarding academy, no matter what the school administration or the authorities say. The two girls were inseparable…until Polly started wearing clothes she couldn’t possibly afford, staying out after curfew, and growing increasingly anxious. When Maren finds an invitation to a meeting of the Gamemaster’s Society hidden in Polly’s belongings, she knows there’s something more at play.

CHELSEA ICHASO writes twisty thrillers for young adults. A former high school English teacher, she currently resides in southern California with her husband and children.

To find the truth about Polly’s whereabouts, Maren makes it through a risky initiation, joining her longtime crush Remington in the high-stakes world Maren never knew existed within their school, competing to move up in the ranks for Ivy League connections and gilded futures. Maren however, gets sucked into an entirely different game. For every win, she’ll receive a clue to get her closer to Polly; if she refuses to play, Polly dies. With no one to trust as those around her—even the school administration—is seemingly under the Gamemaster’s control, Maren advances in the games, only to discover that the Society’s game is bigger and deadlier than she ever imagined. Now Maren must choose between her friendship and her own life.

JANUARY 2023 9781728251066 Young Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Fire World with translation 9781728210520

$10.99 U.S. TP 352 Pages Ages: 14—18

Survive the Dome Kosoko Jackson

The Hate U Give meets Internment in this pulse-pounding thriller about an impenetrable dome around Baltimore that is keeping the residents in and information from going out during a city-wide protest—now in paperback!

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Timely subject matter: Amidst the Black Lives Matter movement and the growing call to confront the racism that has plagued the U.S. for centuries, Survive the Dome is an eye-opening story we need now more than ever

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A new star: Kosoko’s unique voice and compelling storytelling will appeal to readers who are in search of diverse protagonists that band together in order to overcome injustice

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Thrilling read: An action-packed survival narrative that will keep readers on the edge of their seats

Jamal Lawson just wanted to be a part of something. As an aspiring journalist, he packs up his camera and heads to Baltimore to document a rally protesting police brutality after another Black man is murdered. But before the protest even really begins, the city implements a new safety protocol…the Dome. The Dome surrounds the city, forcing those within to subscribe to a total militarized shutdown. No one can get in, and no one can get out.

Born and raised in the DC Metro Area, and currently living in Brooklyn, KOSOKO JACKSON has had personal essays featured on Medium, Thought Catalog, and The Advocate. When not searching for an extra hour in the day, he can be found obsessing over movies or drinking his (umpteenth) London Fog. He is the author of Survive the Dome and Yesterday is History. Visit him at kosokojackson.com.

Alone in a strange place, Jamal doesn’t know where to turn… until he meets hacker Marco, who knows more than he lets on, and Catherine, an AWOL basic-training-graduate, whose parents helped build the initial plans for the Dome. As unrest inside of Baltimore grows throughout the days-long lockdown, Marco, Catherine, and Jamal take the fight directly to the chief of police. But the city is corrupt from the inside out, and it’s going to take everything they have to survive.

FEBRUARY 2023 9781728257921 Young Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Fire 9781728239132

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$10.99 U.S. TP 352 Pages Ages: 14—18

Missing Dead Girls Sara Walters

Tillie Gray didn’t kill Madison Frank... but everyone thinks she did. •

Great hook: Like the author’s first novel, The Violent Season, this also has a hook that’s tailor-made for becoming viral on social media

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Fantastic reviews: The reader reviews for the author’s first book have been off the charts. Readers are telling us this is a voice to watch

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Classic thriller: This novel fits in perfectly with books Sourcebooks has had success with such as Little Creeping Things, 14 Ways to Die, and The Murder Game

17-year-old Tillie has never hurt anyone and has an expunged juvenile record to prove it. When she and her mother move out of Philadelphia and into the quiet suburb of Willow Creek, Tillie is certain she’s left her old life behind. Her first week, Tillie meets Madison, the beautiful, carefree girl from the wealthy side of town. The two form a fast friendship, and by the end of summer, Tillie knows all her secrets. But when the school year begins, Madison completely abandons her, and lets her friends mercilessly bully Tillie. Then Madison disappears, and the police worry she may have fallen victim to an escaped prisoner. But a week after Madison goes missing from the parking lot of Willow Creek High School, photos of her bloody body appear online, posted by a profile with Tillie’s name on it.

SARA WALTERS works as an advocate for victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence in central Pennsylvania. Previously, she worked as a reproductive rights advocate and a college instructor. She earned her MFA in Creative Writing at the University of South Florida, and studied children’s and young adult literature while earning her doctorate in education at the University of Tennessee. She believes in the power of storytelling as a voice for survivors, and aims to give space to the stories too often silenced. She is also the author of The Violent Season.

Now, the entire town has Tillie in their crosshairs, convinced she had something to do with Madison’s disappearance... and possibly her death. And then the untraceable profile keeps posting, revealing secrets of other people in Madison’s circle of friends. To clear her name, Tillie sets out to find out what happened to Madison, and winds up in a tangled web of dark secrets that could destroy her if they surfaced, but may be the only key to proving her innocence.

FEBRUARY 2023 9781728234137 Young Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Fire World with translation

$10.99 U.S. TP 360 Pages Ages: 14—18

The Chaperone M. Hendrix

A coming-of-age about revolution, identity, and dismantling systematic oppression, perfect for fans of The Grace Year and The Handmaid’s Tale. •

Dystopian with a Message: Like The Grace Year and The Handmaids Tale, this novel dives into a nearfuture world where women are oppressed.

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Blue Ocean: There aren’t that many new dystopian books out there and we have a chance to really capitalize on an under-served genre.

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Author Message: “I wanted to write a young adult novel that serves both as a warning about these potential threats—especially to the rights of women and girls—and an affirmation of our collective power. Stella’s journey is one of liberation, but also empowerment.”

In New America, where adolescent girls are not allowed to go out in public alone, there are three rules to remember: Embrace purity. Navigate the world with care. Trust your chaperone. But when seventeen-year-old Stella’s beloved chaperone dies under mysterious circumstances, her sheltered reality comes crashing down. Before Stella even has time to process Sister Helen’s death, the new chaperone arrives. Sister Laura is everything Sister Helen wasn’t. Irreverent. Unprofessional. She even leaves Stella alone (isn’t that illegal?) and helps her attend those “Hush Hush” parties where you can do whatever you want. MOLLY MCCAFFREY (writing as M HENDRIX) received her Ph.D. in creative writing from the University of Cincinnati and has been nominated five times for the Pushcart Prize. She is the author of two books for adults—How to Survive Graduate School & Other Disasters (stories) and You Belong to Us (memoir). Most recently her work has appeared in Psychology Today, The Independent, USA Today, The Haven, The Satirist, and Medium. She lives with her spouse, bestselling suspense author David Bell, in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Visit her online at www.mollymccaffrey.com

Once Stella experiences real freedom—and learns the dark secrets at the heart of the chaperone program, including what really happened to Sister Helen—she has no choice but to fight back against the world she knows, embarking on a harrowing journey across what was once the United States and putting both her life and freedom at risk.

MARCH 2023 9781728260006 Young Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Fire World with translation

$10.99 U.S. TP 332 Pages Ages: 14—18

In Nine Hours Natalie D. Richards Jo and her friends are working the last shift at Tempest Theaters before it closes its doors forever, but when the power is cut and they’re locked in, bodies start showing up and their manager is the clear culprit. Can they find a way to escape him before he kills them all? •

Bestselling author: Natalie D. Richards is a New York Times bestseller whose titles have sold over 240,000 copies retail to date and her upcoming title Seven Dirty Secrets is poised to be another breakout for her.

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Great reviews: School Library Journal called Five Total Strangers a “page-turning thriller that will keep readers guessing until the very end.”

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Classic thriller hook: Between the nostalgic setting and the setup of the murderer, the book calls back to fun 90s teen thriller/horror tropes in a way that will delight fans and have them looking for genre Easter eggs.

It’s the last night before Tempest Movie Theaters closes its doors forever and Josephine Edwards is more than ready to say goodbye. The attached hotel, water park, and restaurants have been shuttered for weeks, everything smells like mildew, and Jo is tired of working with Clayton, the geeky and inept manager who locks up employee phones and generally makes everyone’s misery his mission.

Lifelong Ohioan, NATALIE D. RICHARDS, writes books that will keep you up way past your bedtime. A champion of literacy and aspiring authors, Richards is a frequent speaker at schools, libraries, and writing groups. In addition to writing, she spends her days working at a local public library. Richards lives with her wonderful family in Columbus, Ohio. When she’s not writing or reading, you can probably find her wrangling Wookiee, her enormous dustmop of a dog.

But when the power goes out early and the exit doors won’t unlock, Jo has a bad feeling about the way things are turning—and then she hears a bloodcurdling scream. Jo and a couple of her friends find their coworker Lexi strangled to death, and the group realizes this is more than a stroke of bad luck. And Clayton is the only person missing—their obvious murderer. He’s locked them in the complex, and as more of their coworkers start to disappear, Jo realizes: they must find a way to escape, or he will kill them all.

MARCH 2023 9781728215815 Young Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Fire World with translation 9781728209890

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$10.99 U.S. TP 272 Pages Ages: 14—18

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The Ways We Hide A Novel Kristina McMorris

From New York Times bestselling author Kristina McMorris, and inspired by stunning true accounts, a story about the wars we fight— between nations and inside ourselves—and the courage we find in unexpected places •

Powerhouse author: Kristina is the A+ author of Sold on a Monday, a NYT and USA Today bestseller that has sold over a half million copies

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Proven category: Combining book-club-ready discussion topics with the proven popularity of WWII fiction yields an unputdownable, uber-pitchable follow-up with a huge potential audience

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Stand-out hook: One woman uses her skills for illusion to help Allied prisoners escape from the hands of the enemy, based on incredible true accounts

Fenna Vos has learned to focus on her own survival—even now, with the Second World War raging in faraway countries. She works on-stage as the assistant to an unruly escape artist—behind the curtain as the mastermind of their act. After all, her honed ability to control her surroundings and elude entrapments, physical or otherwise, reliably suppresses the trauma and tragedy of her youth.

KRISTINA MCMORRIS is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of Sold on a Monday. Her novels have garnered more than twenty national literary awards, and include Letters from Home, Bridge of Scarlet Leaves, The Pieces We Keep, and The Edge of Lost, in addition to novellas featured in A Winter Wonderland and Grand Central. She lives with her husband and two sons in Oregon.

For all her calculations, however, Fenna neglects to foresee being called upon by British Intelligence. Tasked with creating escape tools to thwart the Germans, MI9 seeks those with specialized skills for a war nearing its breaking point. Fenna reluctantly joins an unconventional group of inventors—but delving deeper into the fray means a confrontation with her past and stakes more treacherous than she ever imagined.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728249766 / 9781728249797 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark World with translation 9781492663997

$16.99 / $27.99 U.S. TP / HC 420 / 320 Pages

Mitford Affair A Novel Marie Benedict

• Bestselling author: Katee Robert is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author with over a million copies sold • Phenomenal hook: This high-heat, propulsive take on the seductive political machinations of a vampire court will appeal to fans of Neon Gods and Kingdom of Battle and Blood, as well as spicy romance readers • Author location: Katee Robert lives in the Pacific Northwest

All Mina ever wanted was to escape her father’s control. Half human, half vampire, she lived eternally torn between two worlds, never fully experiencing the pleasures of either—until her father chose her as the pawn in his latest political move, gifting her to the darkly powerful and dangerously seductive Malachi Zion. Malachi is not a vampire to be trifled with. He rules with an iron fist and has a reputation for the darkest of sins. But the longer Mina spends with him, the more she realizes he’s not the monster she first thought—and as fear slowly bleeds into lust, then trust, then something more, Malachi opens Mina up to a world she never knew could be hers for the taking: including the love of Malachi’s two closest friends and companions.

MARIE BENEDICT is a graduate of Boston College, with a focus in history and art history, and the Boston University School of Law. Marie, author of The Other Einstein, Carnegie’s Maid, The Only Woman in the Room, and Lady Clementine, and she views herself as an archaeologist, telling the untold stories of women. She is a lawyer in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where she lives with her family.

Now surrounded by all three men, the center of their darkly seductive world, Mina may finally have the power to face down her father and take back the life—and crown—that by all rights should be hers.

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Her Hidden Genius A Novel Marie Benedict From New York Times bestselling author Marie Benedict comes the story of a woman who succeeded in advancing our understanding of humankind, despite men trying to hold her back. Now in paperback! • A beloved, bestselling author: Marie Benedict’s novels have debuted on the New York Times bestseller list, and they have been Indie Next, LibraryReads, and Junior Library Guild selections • Devoted fan base: Benedict’s first novel, The Other Einstein, sold more than 130,000 copies, and her readers are always anxiously awaiting her next novel • Devoted fan base: Benedict’s first novel, The Other Einstein, sold more than 130,000 copies, and her readers are always anxiously awaiting her next novel

Rosalind Franklin knows if she just takes one more X-ray picture—one more after thousands—she can unlock the building blocks of life. Never again will she have to listen to her colleagues complain about her, especially Maurice Wilkins who’d rather conspire about genetics with James Watson and Francis Crick than work alongside her. Then it finally happens—the double helix structure of DNA reveals itself to her with perfect clarity. But what happens next, Rosalind could have never predicted.

Marie Benedict’s next powerful novel shines a light on a woman who died to discover our very DNA, a woman whose contributions were suppressed by the men around her but whose relentless drive advanced our understanding of humankind.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728260105 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark US, CA, PH, PR

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$16.99 U.S. TP 304 Pages

The Invincible Miss Cust A Novel Penny Haw Everyone kept telling her no, but Aleen Cust stopped at nothing to become Britain’s first female veterinary surgeon •

Bestselling author: Katee Robert is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author with over a million copies sold

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Many entry points with wide appeal: Historical fiction, royalty/aristocracy, animals, unlikely romance, and a WWI setting give this story wide reader appeal

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Elevated and engaging writing: The author is a highly competent writer, whose prose sweeps readers into the story

Drawn to animals at a very young age, Aleen Cust (b. 1868 and d. 1937) was an English aristocrat who battled the odds to become Britain and Ireland’s first woman veterinary surgeon. She was shunned by her family who was mortified by her ambitions to be educated and work for a living. Despite having successfully trained in Scotland, she was prohibited from qualifying by the Royal Society of Veterinary Surgeons (RSVS) based solely on her gender. Nonetheless, Aleen practiced as a vet without a license for twenty-two years before receiving her diploma in 1922. During this time, she worked in Ireland with a vanguard Irish vet, Willie Byrne. Despite their differences—he was Irish Catholic, working class, and a nationalist and she was a noblewoman and Protestant—they had a passionate love affair. After his tragic death, Aleen defied the RSVS yet again and took herself to the Western Front to work with the military horses during World War I. PENNY HAW is a long-time journalist and columnist and latter-day author. She has written for many leading South African newspapers and magazines for more than three decades. The Wilderness Between Us was her debut contemporary novel for adults. Haw lives in Cape Town, South Africa.

For readers of Marie Benedict, Tracey Enerson Wood, and James Herriot comes an engaging tale of ambition, inspiration, and love, based on the true story of a woman ahead of her time, who defied the patriarchy, society, and her family’s wishes to pursue a career in a science-based field, paving the way for other women in veterinary science.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728257709 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark World with translation

$16.99 U.S. TP 416 Pages

Shadows of Berlin A Novel David R. Gillham A captivating novel of a girl from Berlin on the run from the guilt of her past and the boy in Brooklyn who loves her. Now in paperback!

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Bestselling author: The author’s previous title, City of Women, was a New York Times bestseller and sold 90,000 copies

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Acclaimed writing: Gillham’s lyrical writing has been compared to Ann Patchett in addition to receiving multiple starred reviews

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Fresh take on a beloved category: Shadows of Berlin incorporates a WWII story and builds on its aftermath

1955 New York City, the city of progress. But in the Perlman residence, the past is as close as the present. Rachel Perlman, a child of Berlin and an artist bearing her mother’s legacy, arrives in New York as part of the wave of Jewish Displaced persons who managed to survive the brutalities of the war. But despite her efforts, Rachel is unable to live the “normal” life of an American housewife until she can shake the ghosts of her past and the tremendous guilt that weighs down on her: the “crime” of survival.

DAVID R. GILLHAM is the New York Times bestselling author of City of Women and Annelies. He studied screenwriting at the University of Southern California before transitioning into fiction. After moving to New York City, Gillham spent more than a decade in the book business, and he now lives with his family in Western Massachusetts.

JANUARY 2023 9781728260112 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark World with translation

$16.99 U.S. TP 400 Pages

A Legacy of Bones Doug Burgess

What secrets cry out from the Bone Feast House? For fans of The Girl Who Wrote in Silk comes a story of sacrifice, an abandoned temple, and a family torn apart by a legacy of shame that won’t stay buried. •

Perfect for armchair travelers: The lush Hawaiian island setting is itself a character in the story with its beautiful and imposing presence

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Authentic period and cultural detail: The author is a professor of history and spent a good amount of time in Hawaii researching the history and religious lore of the island and its natives

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Lyrical prose and evocative storytelling: The nuanced family drama and finely drawn characters will keep readers turning pages

Ogden Lathrop hates Kaumaha (Hawaiian for “misery”) Island. As a trustee of his late father’s estate, he first let the sugar plantation fail, and then his attempt to convert the crumbling manor house to a hotel met a similar fate. He is beyond thrilled when he closes a deal to sell the decaying hell-hole to a local developer for twenty million dollars.

DOUG BURGESS grew up in a small town just across the bay from Little Compton, where his family has lived for over 350 years. He has authored numerous books on maritime history, including Engines of Empire: Steamships and the Victorian Imagination (Stanford University Press, 2016) and The Politics of Piracy (University Press of New England, 2015). His first mystery was originally published as FOGLAND POINT and reissued as DARK CURRENTS by Poisoned Pen Press. He has also published short fiction in Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine and other periodicals. Burgess is a professor of history in Manhattan.

Ogden’s mother, meanwhile, loves the place and the villagers, as does her half-Hawaiian granddaughter who becomes embroiled in a bitter feud with Ogden when she sides with activist islanders seeking to block the sale. With historical reference provided by journal entries from the island’s founder and his wife as they struggle to maintain their congregation of converted islanders in the late 1800s, this tale of a family’s failed dreams, good intentions, and human frailty shows that redemption comes in many forms-but none so meaningful as the act of forgiving the past.

FEBRUARY 2023 9781728259116 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark World with translation

$16.99 U.S. TP 272 Pages

Fifty Shades Freed 10th Anniversary Edition E L James Fifty Shades of Grey Series, Book #3

A special tenth anniversary hard cover edition •

Bestselling books worldwide: E L James’s books have been published in fifty languages and have sold more than 165 million copies worldwide

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Recognized and beloved author: E L James has been recognized as one of Time magazine’s “Most Influential People in the World” and Publishers Weekly’s “Person of the Year.” Fifty Shades of Grey stayed on the New York Times Best Seller List for 133 consecutive weeks

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Movie tie-ins: E L James was a producer on each of the three Fifty Shades movies, which made more than a billion dollars at the box office

When unworldly student Anastasia Steele first encountered the driven and dazzling young entrepreneur Christian Grey it sparked a sensual affair that changed both of their lives irrevocably. Shocked, intrigued, and, ultimately, repelled by Christian’s singular erotic tastes, Ana demands a deeper commitment. Determined to keep her, Christian agrees.

E L JAMES is an incurable romantic and a self-confessed fangirl. After twenty-five years of working in television, she decided to pursue a childhood dream and write stories that readers could take to their hearts. The result was the controversial and sensuous romance Fifty Shades of Grey and its two sequels, Fifty Shades Darker and Fifty Shades Freed. In 2015, she published the #1 bestseller Grey, the story of Fifty Shades of Grey from the perspective of Christian Grey, and in 2017, the chart-topping Darker, the second part of the Fifty Shades story from Christian’s point of view. She followed with the #1 New York Times bestseller, The Mister in 2019. Her books have been published in fifty languages and have sold more than 165 million copies worldwide. E L James has been recognized as one of Time magazine’s “Most Influential People in the World” and Publishers Weekly’s “Person of the Year.” Fifty Shades of Grey stayed on the New York Times bestseller list for 133 consecutive weeks. Fifty Shades Freed won the Goodreads Choice Award (2012), and Fifty Shades of Grey was selected as one of the 100 Great Reads, as voted by readers, in PBS’s The Great American Read (2018). Darker was long-listed for the 2019 International DUBLIN Literary Award. She was a producer on each of the three Fifty Shades movies, which made more than a billion dollars at the box office. The third installment, Fifty Shades Freed, won the People’s Choice Award for Drama in 2018. E L James is blessed with two wonderful sons and lives with her husband, the novelist and screenwriter Niall Leonard, and their West Highland terriers in the leafy suburbs of West London.

Now, Ana and Christian have it all—love, passion, intimacy, wealth, and a world of possibilities for their future. But Ana knows that loving her Fifty Shades will not be easy, and that being together will pose challenges that neither of them would anticipate. Ana must somehow learn to share Christian’s opulent lifestyle without sacrificing her own identity. And Christian must overcome his compulsion to control as he wrestles with the demons of a tormented past. Just when it seems that their strength together will eclipse any obstacle, misfortune, malice, and fate conspire to make Ana’s deepest fears turn to reality.

This book is intended for mature audiences.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728260891 Adult Romance Bloom Books US, CA, PR, PH

$31.99 U.S. HC 592 Pages

KING OF BATTLE AND BLOOD by SCARLETT ST. CLAIR From fan-favorite Scarlett St. Clair, the bestselling author of the Hades & Persephone series, comes a new fantasy filled with danger, darkness, and insatiable romance. 9781728258447 9781728258416

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Queen of Myth and Monsters Scarlett St. Clair Adrian X Isolde, Book #2

Is their bond strong enough to withstand all the forces looking to destroy them? From fan-favorite Scarlett St. Clair, the USA Today bestselling author of the Hades x Persephone series, comes a dark vampire fantasy filled with danger, myths, monsters, and insatiable romance. •

Scarlett St. Clair is a fan-favorite bestselling author of the reimagined Hades & Persephone series, which has become a viral sensation on TikTok (over 13M views for the first title)

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Scarlett St. Clair has sold over 300k copies of her selfpublished books in the past year

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High-heat dark fantasy books are extremely popular right now with authors like Jennifer Armentrout and Sarah J. Maas, both comps to Scarlett St. Clair

Isolde, newly coronated queen, has finally found a king worthy of her in the vampire Adrian. But their love for each other has cost Isolde her father and her homeland. With two opposing goddesses playing mortals and vampires like chess pieces against one another, Isolde is uncertain who her allies are in the vampire stronghold of Revekka. Now, as politics in the Red Palace grow more underhanded and a deadly blood mist threatens all of Cordova, Isolde must trust in the bond she’s formed with Adrian, even as she learns troubling information about his complicated past.

SCARLETT ST. CLAIR is the bestselling author of the HADES X PERSEPHONE SAGA, the HADES SAGA, KING OF BATTLE AND BLOOD, and WHEN STARS COME OUT. She has a Master’s degree in Library Science and Information Studies and a Bachelors in English Writing. She is also a proud citizen of the Muscogee Nation. She is obsessed with Greek Mythology, murder mysteries, and the afterlife. You can find pictures of her adorable dog Adelaide on her Instagram at authorscarlettstclair and updates on her books at www.scarlettstclair.com.

DECEMBER 2022 9781728259642 / 9781728259673 Adult Romance Bloom Books World with translation

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$17.99 / $25.99 U.S. TP / HC 416 Pages

Court of the Vampire Queen Katee Robert

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Bestselling author: Katee Robert is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author with over a million copies sold

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Phenomenal hook: This high-heat, propulsive take on the seductive political machinations of a vampire court will appeal to fans of Neon Gods and Kingdom of Battle and Blood, as well as spicy romance readers

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Author location: Katee Robert lives in the Pacific Northwest

KATEE ROBERT is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romance and romantic suspense. Entertainment Weekly calls her writing “unspeakably hot.” Her books have sold over a million copies. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband, children, a cat who thinks he’s a dog, and two Great Danes who think they’re lap dogs.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728264691 Adult Romance Sourcebooks Casablanca World with translation

$15.99 U.S. TP 400 Pages

Radiant Sin Katee Robert Dark Olympus, Book #4

Greek myths get unspeakably hot new twists in this contemporary series from The New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Katee Robert •

Popular series with incredible praise: Neon Gods was an instant bestseller thanks to its viral popularity on TikTok, and Entertainment Weekly declared that, “[Robert’s] writing is unspeakably hot.”

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Bestselling author: Katee Robert is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author with over a million copies sold

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Phenomenal hook: Greek myths are fan favorites; this super-sexy, modern retelling will appeal to fans of both the webcomic Lore Olympus and Greek lore

Apollo’s official title is Keeper of the Lore, but the truth is that he deals in more secrets than anyone else. And now that a new enemy has taken up residence in Olympus, Zeus turns to Apollo to find answers. But even his extensive skills bring up nothing about their enemy… Which means it’s time to pull out the big guns. Cassandra Gataki is a member of a fallen house, and no one in Olympus’s glittering upper city lets her forget it. With her parents in exile, it’s up to her to provide for her younger sibling. She’s forever skating the edge of power while fighting not to get too close, lest she make the same mistakes her parents did. When her boss, Apollo, comes to her with an invitation to accompany him to a week-long house party hosted by the new power player in Olympus…Cassandra turns him down flat. KATEE ROBERT is a The New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romance and romantic suspense. Entertainment Weekly calls her writing “unspeakably hot.” Her books have sold over a million copies. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband, children, a cat who thinks he’s a dog, and two Great Danes who think they’re lap dogs.

Apollo might take no for an answer, but Zeus won’t. He commands Apollo and Cassandra find answers, no matter what it takes—even if it means going “undercover”, attending the house party as a couple in order to get Cassandra access to places the more infamous Apollo can’t reach. As the week progresses, real sparks fly in their fake relationship. But if their host finds out their true purpose, the least of Cassandra’s worries will be a broken heart…

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$15.99 U.S. TP 320 Pages

A Curse of Queens Amanda Bouchet The Kingmaker Chronicles, Book #4

The perfect Greek-inspired, page-turning romantic fantasy for fans of Jennifer L. Armentrout and Sarah J. Maas •

Epic continuation of beloved series: A Curse of Queens marks the author’s much-anticipated return to fantasy with a direct sequel to her bestselling series

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Bestselling author: The Kingmaker Chronicles hit the USA Today list, received 10 Starred Reviews and made it onto multiple best books of the year lists

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Reissues of previous books planned: Reissues of the previous books in the series will launch five months before the publication of A Curse of Queens and will be heavily promoted; these reissues will reinvigorate fans and draw a new set of readers to the series

THE WAR OF GODS IS JUST BEGINNING After centuries of conflict, the three kingdoms of Thalyria have finally been reunited. But now the queen has been cursed, the royal lineage has been broken, and no one knows who’s behind the plot to threaten the once-fractured realm’s fragile new peace. Desperate to help, Jocasta—the king’s younger sister and a gifted healer—hatches a daring plan to find Circe’s Garden, a fabled island where she hopes to discover an antidote. But she can’t do it alone. She needs the strong arm and unflinching bravery of the warrior she’s loved since childhood—her brother’s right-hand-man and captain of the guard, Flynn of Sinta.

AMANDA BOUCHET is a USA Today bestselling author of Fantasy Romance and Sci-fi Romance. She was a Goodreads Choice Awards top 10 finalist for Best Debut in 2016 with her first novel, A Promise of Fire. For more about Amanda’s books with equal parts adventure and kissing, connect with her at www.amandabouchet.com.

Flynn has spent years fighting to deny the desperate longing burning between them, but he cannot allow Jocasta to face this danger alone. He swears he will be her shield, and together they will do the impossible. Yet with old feelings blazing bright and treachery brewing on Mount Olympus, one thing is clear: Thalyria and its new royals are still pawns in an epic game of power—one that might end in a War of Gods.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728230047 Adult Romance Sourcebooks Casablanca World with translation

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$15.99 U.S. TP 432 Pages

Wings Once Cursed & Bound Piper J. Drake Darke Consortium, Book #1

Contemporary fantasy effortlessly blending modern magic with Thai mythology for fans of Jennifer Armentrout and Ilona Andrews

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Bestselling author: Piper J. Drake is an NPD bestseller with more than 45,0000 copies sold

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Trending subgenre that readers love: Trade paper fantasy romance is on the rise, with reissues of sexy New Adult fantasy (such as Sarah J. Maas) hitting outside the Young Adult shelf

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A fresh take on Contemporary Fantasy: Strong worldbuilding blends mythology Thai with a modernday Seattle and familiar paranormal elements

Bennet Andrews represents a secret organization dedicated to locating and acquiring objects of myth and magic, tucking them safely away where they can do no harm. But when he meets Peeraphan Rahttana, it’s too late—she has already stepped into The Red Shoes, trapped by their curse to dance to her death. Yet Peeraphan isn’t what she seems. Wings unbound, she is the Thai bird princess of legend…and together, she and Bennet will break the curse or be lost in darkness forever.

PIPER J. DRAKE is a bestselling author of romantic suspense, paranormal romance, science fiction, and fantasy. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and small corgi.

APRIL 2023 9781492683865 Adult Romance Sourcebooks Casablanca World with translation

$15.99 U.S. TP 312 Pages

Shadows of the Lost Maxym M. Martineau Guild of Night, Book #1

For fans of sweeping, epic romantic fantasy featuring LGBTQIA+ leads

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Compelling and Epic Story: This trilogy is compelling, epic, and unputdownable with the higher heat and angst readers are hungry for

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Major Buzz: The original trilogy included a PW Best Book of Summer 2019, PW Starred reviews, a LibraryReads pick, a Bookish Staff pick, and was called “lush and sweeping” by the New York Times.

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Hot Subgenre: TP fantasy romance is on the rise, with reissues of sexy NA fantasy (such as Sarah J. Maas) hitting outside the Young Adult shelf

Gaige is a Charmer, able to form lasting bonds with the magical beasts of his world. At least, he used to be a Charmer…until he died and was brought back something darker. He knows he shouldn’t blame Kost for raising him from death, but he’s not sure he can ever forgive him. Yet when Gaige is lost to the shadow realm, Kost is the only one with any chance of bringing him back: if they can learn to trust (and perhaps love) each other again.

MAXYM M. MARTINEAU is an article and social media writer by day and a fantasy romance author by night. She earned her bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Arizona State University, and lives with her husband and fur babies in Arizona. Connect with her at MaxymMartineau.com or through Twitter and Instagram @ maxymmckay.

FEBRUARY 2023 9781728211121 Adult Romance Sourcebooks Casablanca World with translation

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$14.99 U.S. TP 320 Pages

When Life Gives You Vampires Gloria Duke

Dumplin’ meets True Blood in this paranormal romantic comedy about how important body acceptance is…especially when you discover that your body will never age, never die, and never change •

Fantastic Hook: While fresh, snarky and fun, this romcom also manages to deal with heavy and relatable topics such as body insecurity and acceptance, elevating it for a readership looking for more varied representation

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Author to Build: Gloria Duke is an award-winning debut author with over a decade of experience in media. She is a WGA Award-winning radio writer, TV sitcom writer, and brand advertising copywriter with incredible experience and connectionsFilm rights have been options for the Boyfriend Material Universe!

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A Fresh Take on a Popular Subgenre: Rom-coms continue to perform well in the romance space. This thoughtful paranormal twist will let Forever More stand out amongst the competition

A paranormal Dumplin’ for adults, When Life Gives You Vampires is part a journey of body positivity, part a story about learning how to accept love at face value, and part a hysterical rom-com told through a paranormal lens. Twenty-five-year-old Lily Baines is used to waking up hungover, overweight, and underemployed. Waking up with fangs? Not so much. But when it turns out a little light necking has more serious consequences than she ever imagined, Lily’s determined to get to the bottom of it.

GLORIA DUKE is a pen name for Gloria Ketterer, a WGA Award-winning radio writer, TV sitcom writer, and brand advertising copywriter. When Life Gives You Vampires is her first novel.

Tristan hadn’t meant to turn Lily—it’s against vampire law—but now that she’s here, they need to team up to save their hides. They strike a truce, fending off other vampires, Lily’s workrival-turned-slayer, and her mother’s tone-deaf romance and diet advice—all while Lily faces down her insecurities and the fact that she still lives in a diet-obsessed world with a body that will never age, never die, and never change. Can she learn to love the (plus size) woman she’ll be forever more?

OCTOBER 2022 9781728257440 Adult Romance Sourcebooks Casablanca World with translation

$15.99 U.S. TP 320 Pages

Extra Witchy Ann Aguirre Fix-It Witches, Book #3

Gilmore Girls meets Practical Magic in this witchy, feminist romcom, where a modern witch and a slacker afraid to dream thought they would never find love...until they found each other •

Major praise for first book in the series: Booksellers are calling Witch Please “fresh and unique” (Caitlin Vanorder, Bookmarks, NC) and Booklist gave it a starred review, calling it “a delightful, laugh-out-loud small-town tale.”

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Bestselling author: Ann Aguirre is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author with more than a half a million copies sold

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Trending genre: Rom-coms are experiencing incredible popularity across various media: literature, movies, TV, and online

Leanne Vanderpol loves getting married. It’s staying married that she has trouble with. These days, she hooks up with whoever she wants, however she wants, and when the honeymoon glow fades, she’s the first—and fastest—to hit the bricks. Trevor Montgomery is living the ‘no responsibilities’ dream. His college girlfriend broke up with him, fed up with his lack of ambition. Five years later, he still has no life plan, and even his own parents have given up on him. While he pretends to be fine, inwardly he’s a ball of stress and misery, wallowing in rejection and failure.

ANN AGUIRRE is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author. Before she began writing, she was a clown, a voice actress, and a savior of stray kittens. Ann writes genre fiction, with more than forty novels to date. She grew up in a yellow house across from a cornfield, but now lives in Mexico with her family.

She’s a witch who can’t let down her guard. He’s a slacker who doesn’t even dare to dream. Then these two lost souls meet each other at a party, and their lives change forever.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728262468 Adult Romance Sourcebooks Casablanca World with translation

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$15.99 U.S. TP 368 Pages

The Holiday Trap Roan Parrish

The Holiday meets Red, White, and Royal Blue in this charming LGBTQIA+ Christmas rom-com following two separate couples as they navigate the holidays far away from home •

Growing, underserved audience: Books like Red White, and Royal Blue and Boyfriend Material have proven there’s an audience hungry for LGBTQIA+ romance

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Beloved, award-winning author: Roan Parrish has written nearly a dozen romances and is a recognized name in the category

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Popular subgenre: Holiday romances are incredibly popular across all mediums, including the Hallmark Channel and Netflix; Sourcebooks has experienced incredible success with our Christmas romance novels

Greta Russakoff loves her tight-knit family and tiny Maine hometown, even if they don’t always understand what it’s like to be a lesbian living in such a small world. She desperately needs space to figure out who she is. Truman Belvedere has just had his heart crushed into a million pieces when he learned that his boyfriend of almost a year has a secret life that includes a husband and a daughter. Reeling from this discovery, all he wants is a place to lick his wounds far, far away from New Orleans.

ROAN PARRISH lives in Philadelphia, where she is gradually attempting to write love stories in every genre. You can find her at roanparrish.com.

Enter Greta and Truman’s mutual friend, Ramona, who facilitates a month-long house swap. Over Christmas, each of them will have a chance to try on a new life…and maybe fall in love with the perfect partner of their dreams. But all holidays must come to an end, and eventually Greta and Truman will have to decide whether the love they each found so far from home is worth fighting for.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728256276 Adult Romance Sourcebooks Casablanca World with translation

$15.99 U.S. TP 400 Pages

You’re a Mean One, Matthew Prince Timothy Janovsky Boy Meets Boy, Book #2

Schitt’s Creek meets Home for the Holidays in a New Adult LGBTQIA+ Holiday Romance by author Timothy Janovsky! •

Fantastic hook: Schitt’s Creek meets Home for the Holidays when a young and spoiled man is shipped off to stay with his grandmother in this hilarious and heartwarming LGBTQIA+ rom-com in the vein of Alexis Hall

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Perfect YA fiction crossover: Features younger characters, lower heat level, and includes fun rom-com tropes like enemies-to-lovers and forced proximity (at the holidays!)

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Fresh new voice: Timothy Janovsky is a multidisciplinary storyteller with a charming voice perfect for the rom-com space

Matthew Prince is young, rich, and thoroughly spoiled. But now he’s been cut off and shipped away to stay with his grandparents for the holidays. While there, Matthew meets Hector Martinez, a student at the local college who’s fallen on hard times. Neither is happy about the cramped quarters or the unavoidable sexual tension. But when the town’s charity gala loses its coordinator, each of them (separately) volunteers to lend a hand. And Grandma gets the bright idea to pair them up and send them on their not-so-merry way… In the end, the forced proximity might turn out to be the greatest Christmas gift of all.

TIMOTHY JANOVSKY is a queer, multidisciplinary storyteller from New Jersey. He holds a degree in theatre and dance from Muhlenberg College. His work as a humor writer has been featured on Points in Case, The Broadway Beat, and Well Mannered Grump, and his fiction short story debut was published by Voyage YA Journal. When he’s not daydreaming about a young Hugh Grant, he’s writing the queer rom-coms he wished he had as a teenager.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728250618 Adult Romance Sourcebooks Casablanca World with translation

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$15.99 U.S. TP 304 Pages

Chasing Your Tail Kate McMurray Whitman Street Cat Cafe, Book #3

Hilarious rom-com from Kate McMurray! The kittens at the Whitman Street Cat Cafe bring together old flames for a second chance at love •

Author receives fantastic reviews: McMurray’s previous titles were reviewed by Entertainment Weekly, which said “Her loves scenes are crackling”

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Fresh voice: The author’s authentic Brooklyn voice and setting are captivating, and introducing a cat café is a fresh angle in the rom-com space Broad appeal: Funny and fresh, this new series has crossover appeal to younger readers looking for light, humorous reads

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Small-town charm, big city setting: Brings small-town romance to New York; Brooklyn has the small-town feel that contemporary romance readers love

Pastry chef Brad Marks is the new hot thing at the Whitman Street Cat Café; he makes tasty desserts for both the human and feline guests at the café. All the patrons love him, and freelance writer Lindsay Somers understands why; five years ago, she was smitten by his charms too—until Brad broke her heart. Lindsay is happy with her new gig at a trendy weekly magazine, so when her boss assigns her to do a story on the cat café, she grudgingly agrees. But Brad hasn’t stopped thinking about Lindsay in the years since they broke up. He’s anxious to prove he’s changed; the man he was all those years ago wasn’t worthy of a woman like Lindsay, but the man he is now might be. KATE McMURRAY writes smart, savvy romantic fiction. She likes creating stories that are brainy, funny, and, of course, sexy. She advocates for romance stories by and for everyone. When she’s not writing, Kate edits textbooks, watches baseball, plays violin, crafts things out of yarn, and wears a lot of cute dresses. Kate lives in Brooklyn, NY, with two cats and too many books.

Then things with Lindsay’s job begin to unravel, a wave of lay-offs making it clear her job is likely in jeopardy. She needs to cook up a clever story idea quickly—and Brad is just the person who can help her.

DECEMBER 2022 9781728214603 Adult Romance Sourcebooks Casablanca World with translation

$15.99 U.S. TP 320 Pages

The Lonely Hearts Book Club Lucy Gilmore

A.J. Kikry meets The Bookish Life of Nina Hill in this charming, hilarious, and moving novel about the way books bring lonely souls together •

Fantastic hook: The Readers of Broken Wheel Recommend meets The Bookish Life of Nina Hill when an unlikely friendship blossoms between a young librarian and a cantankerous (but well-read) patron, sure to appeal to uplit fiction readers.

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Perfect bibliophile uplit: Uplifting, sweet, and romantic books about books continue to appeal to a wide commercial audienceFor readers of Maria Semple, Kelly Harms, Abbi Waxman, Kristan Higgins.

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Fresh new voice: Warm, funny writing and strong characters make this an unforgettable read with a fresh millennial voice

Librarian Sloane Parker never thinks of herself as lonely, but she looks forward to that time every day when old curmudgeon Arthur McLachlan comes to browse the shelves and cheerfully insults her. The gentle sparring is such a highlight of Sloane’s day that when Arthur doesn’t show up one morning, she’s instantly concerned. Anxious, Sloane tracks the old man down and discovers him bedridden...and desperately happy to see her. Daily house calls become a regular habit, and soon The Lonely Hearts Book Club is born, drawing misfits and outcasts from all across their sleepy town. Because as it turns out, everyone has a special book in their heart—and a reason to get lost (and eventually found) within the pages. LUCY GILMORE is a celebrated novelist in a wide range of genres, including literary fiction, contemporary romance, and cozy mystery. She lives in Spokane, Washington with her family and far more pets than any of them need. Visit her online at www. LucyGilmore.com.

JANUARY 2023 9781728256214 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Casablanca World with translation

$15.99 U.S. TP 320 Pages

Sugar, Spice, and Can’t Play Nice Annika Sharma Chai Masala Club, Book #2

This arranged marriage is an accident waiting to happen...or maybe the recipe for a perfect love story •

Diverse, critically acclaimed author: This is a diverse romance written by an Indian American author with universal themes and smart writing that appeals to a broad audience; author’s first novel garnered multiple starred reviews and was a Library Journal Best Romance of the Year for 2021

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Fresh hook: Sonali Dev meets Friends in this fresh series about a group of friends finding love in New York City

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Connected author: Author Annika Sharma is the founding co-host of the podcast The Woke Desi, which aims to discuss issues surrounding South Asian multicultural experiences

When Payal Mehra’s detached parents insist she marry fellow Londoner and serial dater Ayaan Malhotra in order to save their own company, she has a choice: get disowned from the luxurious life they’ve funded and put her dreams on hold while she works a soul-sucking day job...or get engaged to save her family’s fortune and maybe rescue her own vision of a dream come true. Ayaan Malhotra has always been the spare to his brother, the golden child heir to his parent’s company. A little wild, a little broken, and desperate to prove himself, he agrees to get engaged to Payal—on the condition that he gets 50 percent of his parents’ company. He has no interest in Payal, but would give anything for his parents’ respect. Born in Delhi and raised in central Pennsylvania, ANNIKA SHARMA attended Penn State, graduating with two Bachelor’s degrees in Biobehavioral Health and NeuroPsychology. Annika currently lives in New York City. annikasharma.com

As the two race toward an impending engagement ceremony date and actually start to “play nice” as a couple, they realize that maybe they aren’t just in this for business…and love might be in their future after all.

MARCH 2023 9781492665434 Adult Romance Sourcebooks Casablanca World with translation 9781492665403

$15.99 U.S. TP 352 Pages

The Girl with Rhythm in Her Heart Xio Axelrod The Lillys, Book #2

When Vanessa Blair is fired because of her “resting bitch face,” her friends help her launch a revenge plan that’ll bring down the whole company.

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Superstar author: Xio is an award-winning author with a terrific platform; she provides a cool, unique insider view of the music industry

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Authentic voice: Xio is a singer/songwriter and brings a fresh voice to the genre; she’s writing story-related songs to help promote the series

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Fan favorite tropes: Fish out of water, forbidden romance, girl band

When Kayla Whitman was fifteen, the pressure to be perfect nearly broke her. Then she picked up a pair of drumsticks, altering the entire rhythm of her life. Since then, she’s fought hard to keep her past a secret. But when she meets a man whose heart beats the same tempo as hers, she can’t help but want to share the most hidden parts of herself. With her star on the rise and her band’s reputation in the balance, can Kayla pursue her dream without destroying everyone around her?

XIO AXELROD is an award-winning, USA Today best-selling author. Xio grew up in the music industry and began recording at a young age. When she isn’t writing, she can be found in the studio, writing songs, or performing. She lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

JUNE 2023 9781728261997 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Casablanca World with translation 9781492698760

$15.99 U.S. TP 0 Pages

You Should Smile More A Novel Anastasia Ryan

DEBUT!

When Vanessa Blair is fired because of her “resting bitch face,” her friends help her launch a revenge plan that’ll bring down the whole company •

A Millennial take on 9 to 5: The author’s hilarious, pitch-perfect voice paired with a concept many women are familiar with—resting bitch face—is sure to resonate with romance and women’s fiction readers.

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Perfect book club read: readers of fiction, women’s fiction, and romance will be drawn as the author explores close female friendships, finding unexpected love, and searching for meaning in the workplace

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For fans of: Jenn McKinlay, Beth O’Leary, Abbi Waxman

Telemarketer Vanessa Blair isn’t in love with her job. It pays the bills and feeds her foster kittens, but offers only one other perk: her friendships with Jane Delaney and Trisha Lam. But, as mind-numbing as her job is, things are about to get worse. Xavier Adams, her self-absorbed boss, calls Vanessa into the conference room and fires her. The reason? Her facial expressions. Apparently, her resting bitch face is awake, and it doesn’t matter that her sales numbers are stellar or that she organizes office events.

ANASTASIA RYAN writes about what she loves best: humor, coffee, and cats. She has several useless degrees and fills her time listening to true crime podcasts. You Should Smile More is her first novel, focusing on what happens when your resting bitch face is wide awake...at work.

After a girls’ night of schnapps and imagining revenge, Vanessa awakens to find that Trisha is more literal than she thought, and has implemented a twelve-step plan to sabotage the company. Vanessa wants nothing to do with it. She wants to file for unemployment and move on with her life, possibly with Carter Beckett, the cute cat-loving unemployment rep assigned to her case. But when Xavier contests her unemployment and ruins her shot at her dream job, Vanessa is all in. She soon discovers that something is rotten at the company, and it’s more than Xavier’s bare feet.

JANUARY 2023 9781728253350 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark World with translation

$15.99 U.S. TP 320 Pages

One Month of You A Novel Suzanne Ewart

DEBUT!

A Walk to Remember meets Jojo Moyes in an emotionally resonant love story following one woman who has already seen how her story will end and one man determined to rewrite it •

Huge audience potential: Perfect for fans of Jill Santopolo, Katherine Center, and Marianne Cronin, this is an emotionally resonant love story poised to captivate readers

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A thoughtful and uplifting message: The story deals with living with a hereditary disease in a sensitive and ultimately uplifting way, inspired by the author’s own family experiences for a moving and authentic read

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Poignant mother/daughter relationship: Readers will connect with a loving mother daughter relationship that touches on what it means to be a caregiver, especially for a mother who was once charged with caring for you

If you knew how it would end, could you ever find the courage to begin? When Alec asks Jess out, she knows it won’t work. He may be charming and handsome, but Jess has rules. And the first? Don’t fall in love.

After completing her degree with the Open University, SUZANNE EWART taught English to secondary school children in Greater Manchester before writing her first novel. In 2019, she won the eHarmony/Trapeze books Write Your Own Love Story competition with her debut One Month of You. She lives in Warrington, England with her husband and two children.

Jess has inherited Huntington’s disease from the mother that she cares for. Falling in love would mean condemning someone to the heartbreak that she feels every day. Jess has learned to keep everyone and everything at arm’s length, but Alec is determined to break down her barriers. When she finally tells him why they have no future together, he proposes that they forget the future and live for the moment—for just one month. One month to date. One month to live. One month to fall in love. But as Jess begins to fall for Alec, she knows she has to end it. It’s better that he is hurt now rather than heartbroken later, isn’t it?

FEBRUARY 2023 9781728257129 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark US, CA, PH, PR

$16.99 U.S. TP 350 Pages

A Hundred Other Girls A Novel Iman Hariri-Kia

DEBUT!

A Middle-Eastern-American blogger gets the opportunity of a lifetime when she’s hired at the magazine she’s idolized her entire life. But how much is she willing to sacrifice to climb the corporate ladder? •

Fresh take on a popular narrative: The Devil Meets Prada meets The Bold Type in this updated and inclusive take on “making it” in the modern age

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Acclaimed author: The author is an acclaimed journalist with great media connections and a solid following

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Author/story location: The story takes place in New York City, where the author lives

Noora is a Middle-Eastern-American aspiring writer, amateur blogger, and recent NYU grad—which is a glamorous way of saying she tutors wealthy Upper East Side kids and is currently crashing on her sister’s couch. So when an opportunity arises to work for Vinyl Magazine as the assistant to the iconic Editor-in-Chief Loretta James, Noora jumps at the once-in-a-lifetime chance. The magazine practically raised her, teaching her everything from how to properly insert a tampon to which political philosophy she subscribes to, and this is the perfect first step toward her dream career.

IMAN HARIRI-KIA is a writer and editor born and based in New York City. A nationally acclaimed journalist, she covers sex, relationships, identity, and adolescence. You can often find her writing about her personal life on the internet, much to her parents’ dismay.

But it quickly becomes clear that there’s a darker side to Vinyl’s glitz and glam. The old-school, elitist Print team and the woke-for-the-wrong-reasons Digital team are at war with each other, sabotaging one another’s content, poaching talent, and exposing secrets. As both sides attempt to use her as a spy in their corporate warfare, Noora must also juggle the relentless demands of her job with her own goals, all while navigating a tentative new friendship with a brilliant editor, a fall-out with her sister, and an ill-advised attraction to the hot IT guy. But in a world of viral scams and salacious stories, the push of a button can change everything, and Noora will have to find that out the hard way.

AUGUST 2022 9781728247953 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark World excl. CA

$16.99 U.S. TP 320 Pages

Glitterland Alexis Hall Spires, Book #1

A gorgeously complicated (and sexy) story about the many facets of the LGBT community from the author of Boyfriend Material •

Author on the rise: Hall’s Boyfriend Material has appeared on the Indiebound romance bestseller list, received two starred reviews (Publishers Weekly and Booklist) and is beloved by booksellers, librarians, and readers

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Award winning author: Alexis Hall is a two-time Lambda Literary Award finalist and was one of the first LGBTQIA+ RITA® winners

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Heavy hitting topics handled with grace and humor: Hall tackles mental illness, fractures within the queer community, and entrenched British classism in this beautiful but hard-hitting book

Once the golden boy of the English literary scene, now a clinically depressed writer of pulp crime fiction, Ash Winters has given up on hope, happiness, and—most of all—himself. He lives his life between the cycles of his illness, haunted by the ghosts of other people’s expectations.

ALEXIS HALL writes books in the southeast of England, where he lives entirely on a diet of tea and Jaffa Cakes. You can find him at http://www.quicunquevult.com/, on Twitter @quicunquevult, on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/quicunquevult/ and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/quicunquevult.

Then a chance encounter throws him into the path of Essex-born Darian Taylor. By his own admission, Darian isn’t the crispest lettuce in the fridge, but he makes Ash laugh, reminding him of what it’s like to step beyond the boundaries of anxiety. But Ash has been living in his own shadow for so long that he can’t see past the glitter to the light. Can a man who doesn’t trust himself ever trust in happiness? And how can a man who doesn’t believe in happiness ever fight for his own?

JANUARY 2023 9781728265285 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Casablanca World with translation 9781728206141

$15.99 U.S. TP 384 Pages

Banned Bookshop of Maggie Banks Shauna Robinson

Welcome Maggie Banks, the new bookseller in Bell River, who is ready to throw out the literary rulebook and forever challenge what it means to be a story worth telling •

Fantastic book about books: The Storied Life of AJ Fikry meets the snark of Nina Hill following a small-town bookseller and the power the stories we celebrate have to change our lives. Perfect for any book lover!

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A BIPOC author with huge crossover potential: Shauna Robinson’s fresh millennial voice pulls in both general fiction and women’s fiction readers who adored The Bookish Life of Nina Hill and The Last Chance Library, but with a Black main character readers are poised to root for

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Incredible and quirky small-town setting: The perfect Gilmore Girls-esque town to talk about the power of community and, even more aptly, a community built around the books that we love

When Maggie Banks moves to Bell River to run her best friend’s struggling bookstore she expects to sell bestsellers to the small town clientele. But what Maggie’s not prepared for is how seriously the Maryland town takes its historical roots. When Maggie receives a fine from the stringent historical society after stocking an unsanctioned book and breaking the rules set by the town’s pretentious founder, she realizes she’ll need to get creative to keep the bookstore in business.

SHAUNA ROBINSON’s love of books led her to try a career in publishing before deciding she’d rather write books instead. An introvert at heart, she spends most of her time reading, baking, and figuring out the politest way to avoid social interaction. Originally from San Diego, she now lives in Virginia with her husband and their sleepy greyhound.

Enter Maggie’s underground book club, catering to the stories readers actually love and mocking the uber-white, uber-male “classics” Bell River proudly champions. As the events gain traction, Maggie realizes the power stories have to build community. But with a burgeoning relationship with a straight-laced inspector, a historical society itching to catch her, and a town secret desperate to stay hidden, Maggie must figure out what’s more important: the books that formed a small town’s history, or the stories poised to change it all.

NOVEMBER 2022 9781728246444 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark US, CA, PH, PR & Open Market 9781728240732

$16.99 U.S. TP 336 Pages

A Very Typical Family A Novel Sierra Godfrey

DEBUT!

A woman must return to her hometown of Santa Cruz, CA and reunite with the estranged brother and sister she sent to prison 15 years earlier •

Perfect for millennial readers: The story is an upmarket, darkly funny family saga with a commercial hook

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Reader favorite tropes: Readers will enjoy the return to a small town, reunited with estranged family, ticking clock to inherit family home, and strong romcom crossover appeal

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Author/story location: The author lives in the San Francisco Bay Area and the story takes place in Santa Cruz, California

Natalie Walker is the reason her brother and sister went to jail over 15 years ago. As a result, she hasn’t spoken to her family since. On the same day she expects to be promoted at her job (until her boyfriend Paul swoops in and takes the position), Natalie receives a letter from a lawyer in Santa Cruz saying her mother has died and the only way for her children to inherit their family’s large, historical home is for all three adult children to come back and claim it.

SIERRA GODFREY is a tech editor by day who loves writing stories about complex relationships. She lives in the foggy wastelands of the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband, sons, and a bevy of animals, all of which seemed like a good idea at the time.

Natalie drives to Santa Cruz, expecting to sign some documents, see siblings Lynn and Jake, and get back to her life in Boston. But Jake, now an award-winning scientist, is missing. And Lynn, working as an undertaker in NYC, shows up with her teenaged son. While Natalie and her nephew look for Jake—meeting a very handsome Spanish scientist in the process—Natalie takes stock of her life and the guilt she has held dear for so many years. Though no one can change the past, every day is an opportunity to change how you want to live in the future.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728255200 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark World with translation

$27.99 U.S. HC 352 Pages

The Sisters We Were A Novel Wendy Willis Baldwin

DEBUT!

Two sisters will have to find their way back to each other in this heartwarming, and hilarious story about family and redemption •

Popular category: Sister stories drive sales!

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Author platform: Willis Baldwin hosts a podcast called Life After Fat Pants, inspired by her sister’s dramatic weight loss, and she is very well connected

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Immersive setting: Willis Baldwin is a native Texan, and the rich setting of Austin shines here, giving this novel Southern flavor and flair

The weight of their family secrets could not have shaped Pearl and Ruby Crenshaw any differently. Ruby’s a runner, living in Dallas and only reluctantly talking to their mother, Birdie, when she calls from prison. Pearl is still living in her mother’s fixer-upper and finds herself facing a line in the sand: her weight is threatening to kill her. She’s hundreds of pounds beyond the point where she can celebrate her curves or benefit from the body positivity movement, and unless she takes drastic action, the future looks dire. But when Ruby’s buried rage explodes in a hilariously viral way, the mistake has life-altering consequences that throw the sisters back into living under the same roof as they try to put back together the pieces of their lives. Funny, cinematic and bursting with heart, this is a story of hope and redemption that celebrates the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood.

A native Texan, former journalist WENDY WILLIS BALDWIN graduated from Texas Tech University. She’s an empty nester who lives in the Washington, DC area. Her my professional background includes broadcasting and marketing and she hosts a podcast called Life After Fat Pants with her sister.

JANUARY 2023 9781728258188 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark World with translation

$16.99 U.S. TP 288 Pages

The Last Carolina Girl A Novel Meagan Church

DEBUT!

An emotionally charged novel following one girl fighting for her family, her future, and her own place to stand in a world that doesn’t always value the wild spirit of a Carolina girl •

Perfect for book clubs: Last Carolina Girl is an emotional and engaging read that touches on body autonomy, found family, motherhood, and our history of regulating women’s bodies, perfect for book club discussions

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A visceral southern setting: For fans of If the Creek Don’t Rise and Where the Crawdads Sing, this story takes place in a lush North Carolina coastal town with vivid descriptions of the landscape and people

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Inspired by true history: Set in 1935 against the very real backdrop of a recently formed state eugenics board and inspired by the author’s own family history, this is a moving and authentic historical novel

For fourteen-year-old Leah Payne, life in her beloved coastal Carolina town is worlds away from the harsh realities of the day. Loyal to her lumberjack father, she knows only of the familiarity of her small community, the magic of the natural world, and the creative intuition that prompts her to march to the beat of her own drum. But when an accident takes her father’s life, leaving her an orphan, Leah finds herself cast into a family of strangers whose welcoming façade hides a terrible secret. That’s when a moment of violence thrusts Leah into the very center of the state’s shameful darkness, forcing her to risk a past she holds dear to protect a future she fears she may never have. After receiving a degree in English with a focus on creative writing from Indiana University, MEAGAN CHURCH built a career as a storyteller and freelance writer for brands, blogs and organizations. Her fiction focuses on overlooked and oppressed women’s voices from the past. A Midwesterner by birth, she now lives in North Carolina with her high school sweetheart, three children and a plethora of pets.

Set against the very real backdrop of 1935 North Carolina where a state eugenics board was mandating forced sterilizations, this novel sheds light on a horrific era of injustice and one young woman’s fight to control her future, discover her family, and find her own way forward.

MARCH 2023 9781728257150 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark World with translation

$16.99 U.S. TP 380 Pages

The Storyteller’s Death A Novel Ann Dávila Cardinal Even untold stories have consequences in this enthralling Puerto Rican saga steeped in equal parts magical realism and mystery, and brimming with dark family secrets •

Captivating storytelling: A mix of family saga and magical realism with elements of mystery and historical fiction appeal to a wide variety of readers

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Well-connected author writing from her own experience: Vivid descriptions of Puerto Rico from a Puerto Rican award-winning author with deep connections in the writing community through her work with VCFA

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Timely inclusion of social justice tropes: Addresses issues of colorism, classism, Puerto Rican statehood, and other compelling social commentary that are still relevant today

There was always an old woman dying in the back room of her grandmother’s house when Isla was a child... Isla Larsen Sanchez’s life begins to unravel when her father passes away. Instead of being comforted at home in New Jersey, her mother starts leaving her in Puerto Rico with her great-aunt each summer, like a piece of forgotten luggage. It is only when Isla turns eighteen, and her grandmother, a great storyteller, dies, that Isla discovers she has a gift. The tales of dead family storytellers are brought back to life, replaying themselves over and over in front of her. ANN DÁVILA CARDINAL is a novelist and Director of Recruitment for Vermont College of Fine Arts (VCFA). She also helped create VCFA’s winter MFA in Writing residency in Puerto Rico. She comes from a long line of Puerto Rican writers, including father and son poets Virgilio and José Antonio Dávila, and her cousin, award-winning fiction writer Tere Dávila. Dávila Cardinal’s first novel, Sister Chicas was co-written with Jane Alberdeston Coralin and Lisa Alvarado. One of her two YA horror novels was nominated for a Bram Stroker Award. She lives in Vermont.

When Isla has a vision of an old murder mystery, she realizes that if she can’t solve it to make the loop end, these seemingly harmless stories could cost Isla her life.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728250779 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark World with translation

$16.99 U.S. TP 320 Pages

When Franny Stands Up Eden Robins

A delightful coming-of-age story about a Jewish woman in postWWII Chicago breaking boundaries, finding her voice, and healing her and her family’s trauma through laughter •

Wide readership appeal: This story is a charming mix of historical fiction, a coming-of-age premise, and has a light fantastical spec fic element

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Incorporating the author’s own experience: Author Eden Robins is a Jewish spec fic writer from Chicago who taps into her own lived experience, and is a Clarion West grad who is deeply connected in the science fiction/fantasy writing community

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Discussion of timely topics: When Franny Stands Up addresses issues of race, anti-Semitism, misogyny, gender fluidity, and PTSD in a way that is thoughtful and relevant, yet still hopeful and inspiring

While men were fighting WWII, comedy clubs opened their doors to female comedians and female-only audiences. At Chicago’s Blue Moon, something truly magical was invented: the Showstopper. A Showstopper is the magic sparked when an audience laughs so hard they are momentarily transformed. Every comedian’s Showstopper is different: one makes you feel like you can fly, another makes you feel like a Hollywood starlet. Showstoppers are shrouded in mystery, passed along by word of mouth, and only work on women.

EDEN ROBINS loves novels best, but they take forever so she also writes short stories and self-absorbed essays. She co-hosts a science podcast called No Such Thing As Boring with an actual scientist, and produces a monthly live lit show in Chicago called Tuesday Funk. She lives in Chicago, Illinois, has been to the bottom of the ocean, and will never go to space. This is her first novel.

Franny Steinberg experiences her first Showstopper in 1944, after sneaking into a famous Black comedian’s show. Seven years later, after making a scene at her friend’s wedding, Franny runs away in a torn bridesmaid dress and ends up on stage. But when Franny finally conjures a Showstopper, there’s a huge problem: it only works on men.

NOVEMBER 2022 9781728256009 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark World with translation

$16.99 U.S. TP 368 Pages

The Light She Holds A Novel Julianne Hough & Ellen Goodlett

DEBUT!

From Emmy-Award winner Julianne Hough comes an emotional and spellbinding novel about one woman’s journey to reclaim her power in a world where no one believes her story •

Massive fanbase: Julianne Hough has 5 million online followers. She’s the founder of the popular wellness brand KINRGY, and she has regular TV and movie appearances.

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New age appeal: This story is lightly speculative, blurring the lines between a concrete world and a spiritual, energetic realm, which will appeal to readers interested in astrology, spirituality, and supernatural phenomena

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Instant book club pick: This book is emotionally compelling and full of heart, making it an incredible book club read

Lexi Cole is on the cusp of thirty, living the life she thought she was supposed to want. Her marriage with her college sweetheart is stronger than ever, and she’s one of the most successful realtors in her small Utah town. But one evening, Lexi walks on stage to accept an award an annual realty event, and everything changes. Lexi sees a man in the audience with a dark haze surrounding him—a haze that seems to pour over him in endless loops. She tries to ignore the sight, blinking to readjust her eyes, but she suddenly tastes saltwater. Then her throat begins to close, and she can hear seagulls chirping and waves crashing. Then comes the sound of a woman screaming for help. But as the man with the dark haze swiftly exits the room, the sounds stop, and Lexi realizes she’s still standing on a stage at an otherwise uneventful conference. A true triple-threat, Emmy Award-winner JULIANNE HOUGH is known to audiences around the world for her success in the worlds of film, television, and music. She became a household name as a two-time professional champion on ABC’s top-rated Dancing with the Stars before making a seamless transition to award-winning recording artist and accomplished actress. In 2016, she fulfilled a lifelong dream, playing the role of Sandy in FOX Television’s critical and ratings hit, Grease Live!, which was nominated for 10 Emmy Awards, winning four. ELLEN GOODLETT is the author of YA fantasy novels Rule and Rise.

Lexi shrugs off the experience as a hallucination—maybe brought on by nerves, or maybe from one too many glasses of wine. But this explanation becomes less likely when the man with the dark haze passes away and Lexi learns of his past traumas—specifically when his son drowned in a boating accident.

JANUARY 2023 9781728254425 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark US, CA, PH, PR

$16.99 U.S. TP 320 Pages

Gallows Hill Darcy Coates

USA Today bestseller and acclaimed atmospheric horror author Darcy Coates crafts a chilling tale of family secrets set against the eerie backdrop of a haunted winery •

Beloved, bestselling author: Darcy Coates is an established USA Today bestselling author with a strong digital fanbase primed to break into print. Craven Manor was a 2018 Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Best Horror Novel

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Ripe for media coverage: Coates often appears on media roundups of fresh new voices

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Haunting prose: Coates’ books are classically scary and atmospheric, with unforgettable characters

The Hull family has owned the Gallows Hill Winery for generations, living and working on the beautiful grounds where they grow their famous grapes. However, there’s something at play on the property, and the locals whisper that the site of the old prison yard, located on what is now winery property, is cursed. Margot, daughter of the winery owners, has not seen her childhood home in years, but when Margot’s parents die unexpectedly, she inherits the house, the winery, and all of her family’s secrets. Now that she’s alone on the sprawling, dilapidated property, she begins to believe the curse is more than real... and that she may be the next victim of the house that never rests...

DARCY COATES is the USA Today bestselling author of Hunted, The Haunting of Ashburn House, Craven Manor, and more than a dozen horror and suspense titles. She lives on the Central Coast of Australia with her family, cats, and a garden full of herbs and vegetables.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728220246 Adult Horror Poisoned Pen Press World excl. CZ, CN, TR

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$15.99 U.S. TP 480 Pages

The Twisted Dead Darcy Coates Gravekeeper, Book #3

In the third installment of the Gravekeeper series by USA Today bestselling author Darcy Coates, Keira must decide if she should help the man who once tried to kill her…by using her ability to contact ghosts •

Experienced, bestselling author: Darcy Coates is a USA Today bestselling author with more than a dozen horror and suspense titles. She has cultivated a strong digital fanbase, and Craven Manor was a 2018 Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Best Horror Novel

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New perspective in the genre: Coates often appears on media roundups of fresh new voices

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Haunting prose: Her books are classically scary and atmospheric with vivid and unforgettable characters

Keira is perfectly qualified for her new job as a groundskeeper in a small-town cemetery—after all, she can talk to ghosts. She is settling in nicely, has made new friends, and is finally starting to feel like she belongs. She is ready for a normal life. And then Keira receives an invitation to dinner at Dane Crispin’s crumbling ancestral estate. The mansion is steeped in history that is equal parts complicated and bloody, and at its center, begging for her help, is Dane. The man who once tried to kill her.

Dane believes his home is haunted—and that the unquiet dead clawing through the ancient house are after him. Unnerved but intrigued, Keira opens her second sight and discovers he’s right: resentful spectres cling to him, draining his energy…and if she can’t find a way to stop them, they threaten to overwhelm everything in their path.

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$14.99 U.S. TP 352 Pages

The Lies I Tell A Novel Julie Clark From the instant New York Times bestselling author of The Last Flight comes a riveting new novel of two women, multiple identities, and one last con. Now in paperback! •

Internationally bestselling, widely acclaimed author: The Last Flight has sold more than 182,000 copies and was an instant New York Times and USA Today bestseller, as well as a Target Club Pick and Book of the Month selection

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Incredible hook: A female con artist and a female investigative reporter struggle to trust one another, despite the ways their lives overlap

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Rave reviews: Media, critical, and reader reviews of The Last Flight were stelllar, praising Julie’s plot twists and craft; The Lies I Tell delivers more of the same

Meg Varnum. Maggie Littleton. Meg Upton. Different names for the same person, depending on the town, depending on the job. Whatever her name, she’s a con artist who has built a career out of holding corrupt men accountable for the terrible things they’ve done. And everything she’s worked for has been for one final con: revenge. Kat Roberts is an investigative reporter who has been looking for Meg for years. Kat has her own problems: a fiancé with a gambling problem and difficulty keeping Meg at a professional distance. As Meg’s final con takes shape, Kat will have to decide whether Meg is someone she can trust, or whether Meg’s biggest con is fooling Kat into believing she can trust her. Born and raised in Santa Monica, California, JULIE CLARK grew up reading books on the beach while everyone else surfed. After attending college at University of the Pacific, she returned home to Santa Monica to teach. She now lives there with her two young sons and a golden doodle with poor impulse control. The Last Flight was an instant New York Times bestseller

MARCH 2023 9781728260129 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark US, CA, PH, PR & Open market

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$16.99 U.S. TP 320 Pages

The Last Party A Novel Clare Mackintosh By midnight, one of them is dead. By morning, all of them are suspects... •

Incredible sales: Clare Mackintosh books have sold over 2 million copies worldwide, have spent over 50 weeks on the Sunday Times bestseller list, and hit the New York Times bestseller list! Hostage has sold 20,000 units!

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Acclaimed writing/author: Outstanding reviews both critical (“Genuinely shocking.” —New York Times) and author-driven (“Fiendishly clever.” —Lisa Gardner. “Felt like watching a blockbuster movie.” —Lisa Jewell.), with her novels translated into 40 languages

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Reader community: Thousands of five-star reviews with an engaged fan and VIP community that she’s developed and built

Tucked into the mountains of North Wales, the village of Cwm Coed is bordered by a shimmering lake on one side and an army of pine trees on the other. But the tranquility is shattered when homegrown celebrity Rhys Lloyd returns to develop a luxury resort on the shore opposite the village. Old resentments begin to rise to the surface, and new tensions emerge between the locals and the outsiders. Still, when the resort throws open its doors for a New Year’s Eve party, with champagne flowing through the night, none of the villagers can resist the invitation.

CLARE MACKINTOSH is the multi-award-winning author of four Sunday Times bestselling novels. Translated into forty languages, her books have sold more than two million copies worldwide, have been New York Times and international bestsellers and have spent a combined total of 50 weeks on the Sunday Times bestseller chart. Her most recent novel is Hostage. Mackintosh lives in North Wales with her husband and their three children. She can be found at claremackintosh.com, www.facebook.com/ClareMackWrites or on Twitter at ClareMackint0sh.

The next morning, a body is found floating in the lake—and it’s Rhys. Ffion Morgan is summoned to investigate, but with her deep ties to the village she dreads what she might find out about her neighbors, friends and family. And what about her own link to the victim?

NOVEMBER 2022 9781728250960 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark US, CA, PH, PR 9781728250502

$27.99 U.S. HC 432 Pages

Book of Knives A Novel Lise Haines First she met the in-laws, then the knives began to disappear •

Strong category: This story is perfect for fans of place-based thrillers like The Hunting Party and The Woman in Cabin 10

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Meaningful read: A cast of complicated and unreliable characters and the resurfacing of family secrets adds depth and nuance to the read

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Strong author: Author Lise Haines’s writing has been widely praised, receiving blurbs from authors such as Tom Perrotta, Margot Livesey, and Jill McCorkle

When Nora’s new husband Paul receives some distressing news from his family, the couple agrees to drive to Hidden Lake, Paul’s parents’ summer campsite to fix up the run-down cabins. Nora has never met her Paul’s family. Deep in the woods, surrounded by buried family secrets, Nora detects a different kind of hostility and unease at the camp. When the knives they use for cooking, fishing, and butchering the camp’s chickens begin to disappear, one-by-one, tensions rise. As the atmosphere at the camp becomes more unnerving and the family members begin to turn against each other, the only thing Nora can do is look for a way out.

A past finalist for the PEN Nelson Algren Fiction Award, LISE HAINES is Senior Writer in Residence at Emerson College and a former Briggs-Copeland Lecturer at Harvard University. On a free afternoon, you will find her writing, curled up with a novel, lost in a museum, at the movies, out in nature or exploring the city. Her favorite travels have taken her to Kyoto, Paris and Venice. She is the author of several novels.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728257310 Adult Fiction Poisoned Pen Press US, CA, PH, PR & Open Market

$16.99 U.S. TP 320 Pages

The Guest House A Novel Robin Morgan-Bentley The baby is coming. There’s no way to call for help. And there’s no way out. •

A must for genre readers: Thriller fans will love the fast-and-furious beginning and the massive, unforeseeable twist

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High-volume subcategory: This story is perfect for fans of “vacation” thrillers like The Woman in Cabin 10, The Last House Guest, and The Hunting Party

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Promising debut: Author’s United Kingdom debut was nominated for a CWA Dagger John Creasey New Blood Award, and he is well connected in author communities

With a few weeks to go until their first baby is due, Jamie and Victoria head off for a weekend break in a small countryside guesthouse. The next morning, Jamie and Victoria awake to find the guesthouse has been emptied. Both their mobile phones and their car keys have disappeared, the owners are nowhere to be seen, and all the doors are locked. Even though it’s a few weeks early, Victoria knows the contractions are starting. And there’s no way out… A riveting psychological thriller for fans of Ruth Ware and Lucy Foley, The Guest House will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

ROBIN MORGAN-BENTLEY is an Editorial Manager at Audible. He runs the Audible Sessions podcast and has interviewed multiple authors including Clare Mackintosh, Ian Rankin, and Anthony Horowitz.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728256061 Adult Fiction Poisoned Pen Press US, CA, PH, PR

$26.99 U.S. HC 320 Pages

Always the First to Die A Novel R.J. Jacobs The Guest List with a 90s slasher edge that begs the question: who will survive when your most famous horror movie comes to life? •

Tireless self-promoter: R.J. Jacobs actively promotes his own work, garnering blurbs from Brad Thor, Angie Kim, and Karen Harper on his previous titles

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90s nostalgia is a huge trend: Always the First to Die offers a fascinating and immersive look at what it would be like to be on the set of a classic 90s slasher; perfect for fans of Riley Sager and Lucy Foley

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Book club appeal: With classic horror tropes, a locked room mystery, and a remote Florida Keys setting, this will be an immediate book club favorite (and in a trade paper format!)

After her husband’s death, Lexi has refused to return to the Pinecrest Estate on the Florida Keys. There are too many hard memories on the tiny strip of land. Memories of meeting her husband as a teenager on the set of an iconic horror movie shot at the dilapidated manor house. Of being cast as an extra; of watching herself get killed on screen. And of scoffing at the rumors of the Pinecrest Estate “curse”— until she witnessed a cast member die that very summer. But when her daughter insists on visiting her grandfather, legendary horror movie director Rick Plummer, Lexi reluctantly agrees. That’s when a Category Four hurricane changes course and hits the southern coast.

R.J. JACOBS has practiced as a psychologist since 2003. He maintains a private practice in Nashville, and h’s the author of And Then You Were Gone and Somewhere in the Dark. Find out more at rjjacobsauthor.com.

Unable to get through to her daughter, Lexi drives to the Keys in the wake of the storm. What she finds is a desolate strip of land, an island without cell service, without power, with limited police presence, and with only a few people remaining behind: the horror director, the starlet once cast as the final girl, the young teenager searching for clues of her father, the mother determined to get off the island, and…the person picking them off one-by-one.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728254074 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark World with translation

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$16.99 U.S. TP 304 Pages

The Christmas Murder Game Alexandra Benedict

Twelve clues. Twelve keys. Twelve days of Christmas. But how many will die before the twelfth night? •

Seasonal appeal: Christmas-themed mysteries are a booming subcategory with strong readership

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A familiar setting with something more: The book’s contemporary voice adds sharper, darker tension to the classic country house mystery

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Interactive elements: Besides solving the mystery, readers are invited to hunt for anagrams and other easter eggs throughout the text

Lily never intended to go back to Endgame House. But after her favorite aunt’s death, she reluctantly returns to compete with her estranged cousins in the annual Christmas game for the deed to the house. She wouldn’t be here at all, but the clues of the game hold the answer to another mystery that Lily is determined to solve: who killed her mother twenty years ago? But not everyone is playing fair at Endgame, and a darkness lies beneath the sparkling decorations. The snow is thick, the phone lines are down, and no one is getting in or out. It soon becomes clear that Lily is fighting for not just an inheritance, but her life. Let the games begin.

ALEXANDRA BENEDICT studied English at Cambridge and creative writing at Sussex. As A.K. Benedict, she published the critically acclaimed The Beauty of Murder and The Evidence of Ghosts. She composed film and television soundtracks and performed as a musician before becoming a full-time writer in 2012.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728263038 Adult Mystery Poisoned Pen Press US, CA, PH, PR

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Just Murdered Katherine Kovacic

An unexpected inheritance brings her to Australia—and the scene of a crime •

Built-in audience: Fans of Kerry Greenwood’s original Phryne Fisher series, as well as fans of both of the Ms. Fisher TV series, will devour this novelization of episode one of Ms. Fischer’s Modern Murder Mysteries

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Accomplished author: Katherine Kovacic has written short stories, true crime, and crime fiction. Her debut novel was shortlisted for the 2019 Ned Kelly Award for Best First Fiction

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Delightful, stylish mystery: The writing is witty and the plot is twisty, with 60s period details and a satisfying resolution—not to mention the pitch perfect romantic tension between Peregrine and Detective Steed

“It’s the 1960s, and Peregrine Fisher has just been fired. Soon after, she receives a letter from The Adventuresses’ Club of the Antipodes: “Please attend urgent meeting regarding inheritance.” Peregrine, it turns out, is Phryne Fisher’s long-lost niece. Aunt Phryne went missing, but her will stipulated that Peregrine should inherit not just Phryne’s fortunes, but also her seat in the Adventuresses’ Club. After a lousy first impression in Melbourne, Peregrine must prove herself worthy of a seat at the table—so when a fellow member is accused of murder, she jumps at the chance to help, quickly proving that a headstrong character and a flair for investigation run in the family. Though the mystery begins to seem impossible, you should never underestimate a woman named Fisher!” KATHERINE KOVACIC has written short stories, true crime and crime fiction. Her debut novel, The Portrait of Molly Dean, was shortlisted for the 2019 Ned Kelly Awards for Best First Fiction, and is the first of three books in the Alex Clayton art mystery series.

JANUARY 2023 9781728260136 Adult Mystery Poisoned Pen Press US, CA, PH, PR

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$16.99 U.S. TP 272 Pages

The Laws of Depravity Eriq La Salle Martyr Maker, Book #1

DEBUT!

30 years. 36 priests butchered. Can they stop him before he strikes again? •

Gripping read: James Patterson called this series “all thriller; no filler—a white-knuckled treat.”

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Well-known and well-connected author: Actor and director Eriq La Salle is best known for his role as Dr. Peter Benton in E.R.

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Reader-favorite trope: Serial killer stories continue to kill in crime fiction

New York City. Fall 2011. A priest is found murdered in the most gruesome of crime scenes. The brutal slaying is the work of “The Martyr Maker,” a serial killer that for the past 30 years has left behind a legacy of torture and fear around the U.S. Every ten years, he butchers 12 clergymen in twisted scenes reflecting the martyrdom of Jesus and his disciples. NYPD detectives Quincy Cavanaugh and Phee Freeman, along with F.B.I. agent Janet Maclin, know that they have very little time to catch this monster before he completes his final cycle of killing and disappears forever. But the investigation is made even more difficult when they discover that the seemingly unrelated clergymen are anything but the symbols of godliness they would have their community believe.

ERIQ LA SALLE is an actor, director, producer, and author best known to worldwide television audiences for his portrayal of the commanding Dr. Peter Benton in the award-winning, critically acclaimed medical drama, E.R. He was raised in Hartford, Connecticut, and educated at Juilliard and NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts.

NOVEMBER 2022 9781728261003 Adult Romance Ebony Magazine Publishing World with translation

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$16.99 U.S. TP 368 Pages

Black States of America d. E. Rodgers

A modern-day alternative history sci-fi story based on a parallel world that imagines what Black lives might look like today if President Lincoln had not been assassinated •

Fresh, original hook: Highly imaginative and pitchable hook that will immediately draw sci-fi readers in and has series potential

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Genre on the rise: Sci-fi and speculative fiction centering Black lives continues to trend across books, TV, and film

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Book to TV adaptation: TV series based off the book is in development with One Street Studios and Punkin Pictures

What would have happened if President Lincoln had never been shot in Ford Theatre and managed to survive in a parallel universe? Black States of America follows an alternate timeline where President Lincoln lived thanks to a talented scientist and a former slave’s hot air balloon ride through a black hole in the sky. For almost a century and a half the universe in which President Lincoln died had no knowledge the other universe existed. It wasn’t until the year 2000 when King Jasani, the king of Sea Islands, invited the other universe to share in the technological advances his world had discovered. What should have been a humanitarian mission soon took a disastrous turn when the United States chose to take the technology for themselves and slaughtered the peaceful people from the Sea Islands. King Jasani and Queen Ayanna fled, leaving their son Lincoln behind, believing him to be dead and lost to them forever.

d. E. ROGERS is a screenwriter and author of thirteen novels. Rogers has also directed three short films, is a Stanford University-certified project manager, and has attended the University of Notre Dame for executive leadership and management and the New York Film Academy for film production. He holds a bachelor’s degree in telecommunications management and production from Purdue University and a master’s degree in business administration from Bethel College. Born and raised in South Bend, Indiana, he currently lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.

JANUARY 2023 9781728264868 Adult Fiction Ebony Magazine Publishing World with translation

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It Ends at Midnight A Novel Harriet Tyce New Year, New Murder. •

Harriet is the acclaimed author of Blood Orange (which has sold 300k in the UK)

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Great blurbs already from Sarah Pinborough and Alex Michaelides (”compulsively readable.”)

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Perfect for readers searching for the next Lucy Foley or Alex Michaelides

It’s New Year’s Eve and the stage is set for a lavish party in one of Edinburgh’s best postcodes. The party’s host, Tess, diagnosed with a terminal illness, saw this as a chance for her to make things right…in more ways than one. To organize a vow renewal with her drifting husband, Tess recruits her best friend and circuit court judge, Sylvie. Stalked by guilt, Sylvie struggles with the memory of a decade-old incident. She and Tess both know time is running out. As Sylvie seeks to give Tess the closure she needs, it becomes clear that someone else hasn’t forgotten what they did. Midnight approaches and the countdown begins—but one of the guests doesn’t want a resolution. They want revenge.

HARRIET TYCE was born and grew up in Edinburgh. She graduated from the University of Oxford with a degree in English Literature before gaining legal qualifications and working as a criminal barrister for ten years. She completed an MA in Creative Writing—Crime Fiction at UEA where she wrote her debut, Blood Orange.

FEBRUARY 2023 9781728263847 Adult Fiction Sourcebooks Landmark US, CA, PH, PR

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Drive A Novel Codi Hall Until now, he’s only needed to drive. But when it all goes wrong, he’ll do anything to survive. •

Cinematic read: Previously published editions of this book have been hailed as fast-paced, absorbing, and thrilling

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Award-winning film adaptation: The film adaptation won Best Director at the Cannes Film Festival, was nominated for an Academy Award, was hailed by multiple critics as one of the best films of the year and starred Golden Globe award winning actor, Ryan Gosling. Drive has earned a cult following and is called “a perfect piece of noir fiction” by The New York Times

The inspiration for the major motion picture starring Ryan Gosling, Drive is a dark thriller that was named an Entertainment Weekly Top 10 Book of the Year and a Washington Post Best Book of the Year. This edition will feature extra materials, including a reading group guide and author Q&A. Driver works as a stunt driver by day and a getaway driver by night. He drives, that’s all—until he’s double-crossed. And suddenly, driving isn’t enough any more... but murder might be.

JAMES SALLIS has published fourteen novels and multiple collections of short stories, poems and essays. The film based on his novel, Drive, won Best Director award at Cannes; the six Lew Griffin books are in development. Jim plays guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle and Dobro both solo and with the band Three-Legged Dog.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728255774 Adult Mystery Poisoned Pen Press US, CA & Open Makret

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The Secret Lives Mark de Castrique Seventy-five-year-old Ethel Crestwater isn’t a threat to anyone. Until a murderer targets her government agent boarding house. •

Unexpected heroine: Ethel is an underestimated woman of a certain age who will have readers cheering as they discover her unlikely skill set and her FBI background

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Family ties: The developing camaraderie and love between Ethel and her young cousin Jesse further invests readers in the book’s outcome, and will have them looking forward to the next investigation

At 75-years-old, Ethel Fiona Crestwater is used to being underestimated. She looks like someone’s grandma, though she’s never married or had children; petite and a bit frail, she’s not a threat to anyone. Or is she…? Ethel runs a boarding house for government agents, and when someone murders one of her boarders, she springs into action—much to the surprise of her distant cousin Jesse, who has recently come to stay with her while he attends university. As he watches her photograph the crime scene, conceal evidence, and speed-dial the Secret Service Director, Jesse realizes that there’s much more to Ethel than appearances suggest.

MARK DE CASTRIQUE grew up in the mountains of western North Carolina where many of his novels are set. He’s a veteran of the television and film production industry, has served as an adjunct professor at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte teaching The American Mystery, and is a frequent speaker and workshop leader. He and his wife, Linda, live in Charlotte, North Carolina. Learn more about De Castrique at markdecastrique.com

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OCTOBER 2022 9781728258300 Adult Mystery Poisoned Pen Press World with Translation

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Room to Swing Ed Lacy Library of Congress Crime Classics

Meet Touissant Moore, considered the “first truly credible African-American private eye in fiction” •

Part of the acclaimed Library of Congress Crime Classics series: Introducing a new generation of readers to classic America crime fiction

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Award-winning mystery: Winner of the 1958 Edgar Award for Best Novel

Toussaint Moore is a college-educated, decorated war veteran. Because he’s also a Black man, his employment options are limited, so he ekes out a living as a private eye serving Black clients in and around Harlem where he lives. When he’s hired by producers of a television reality show called “You—Detective!” to keep tabs on the whereabouts of an accused child molester until the episode airs, the gig goes quickly south; Touie finds the man murdered, and himself framed for the deed. Needing to flee, he goes to the small Ohio town where the deceased was wanted for his crime, thinking the key to the murder may lie there. As Virgil Tibbs would experience years later in John Ball’s IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT, Touie encounters a whole new level of resistance and racism as a Black man asking questions in a small-minded, predominantly white town.

ED LACY (August 25, 1911 - January 7, 1968), born Leonard “Len” S. Zinberg, was an American writer of crime and detective fiction. Lacy, who was white, is credited with creating “the first credible AfricanAmerican PI” character in fiction, Toussaint “Touie” Marcus Moore. Room to Swing, his 1957 novel that introduced Touie Moore, received the 1958 Edgar Award for Best Novel.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728263106 Adult Mystery Poisoned Pen Press World with translation

$14.99 U.S. TP 272 Pages

The Master of Mysteries Gelett Burgess Library of Congress Crime Classics

“From the inspired mystic to the man of practical analytic mind, the transition was instantaneous...” •

Part of the acclaimed Library of Congress Crime Classics series: Introducing a new generation of readers to classic America crime fiction

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Stories feature an unusual twist on the Holmes/Watson trope: Astro “the Seer” hides his keen powers of observation and deduction behind the trappings of a mystic, assisted by Valeska, his beautiful and insightful protege, with whom he falls in love

Astro, the Seer of Secrets, and his lovely assistant, Valeska, sound more like a magic act than a private detection team. Astro, in fact, hides his powers of observation and reasoning beneath a turban and a cape, pretending to read palms and consult crystals while in fact keenly observing details that most people—police included—miss. Valeska, his beautiful blond protege, assists Astro with his investigations, all the while honing her own skills. Called upon by believers and skeptics both, they adeptly recover what is missing—a rare Shakespeare folio, a missing husband, a kidnapped child—while also solving actual murders. But it is their burgeoning romance, and their mutual zeal to work pro bono where matters of the heart are at stake, that set this crime-solving duo apart. FRANK GELETT BURGESS was an artist, art critic, poet, humorist, and author. An important figure in the San Francisco Bay Area literary renaissance of the 1890s, particularly through his magazine, The Lark, he is best known as a writer of nonsense verse such as “The Purple Cow,” and for introducing French modern art to the United States in an essay titled “The Wild Men of Paris.” He was the author of the popular Goops books, and he coined the term “blurb.”

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JANUARY 2023 9781728264011 Adult Mystery Poisoned Pen Press World with translation

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Last But Not Leashed Eileen Brady Dr. Kate Vet Mysteries, Book #2

Things are starting to look ruff when a murderer strikes Dr. Kate’s hometown. Luckily, Dr. Kate is on the case! •

Successful category with a unique twist: Readers will feel at home with this animalcentric, amusing cozy mystery with an edge

As the only veterinarian at Oak Falls Animal Hospital, Dr. Kate’s life is complicated. Winter storms hit the Hudson Valley, she’s swamped with hospital patients and house calls, and her long-distance relationship with law student Luke Gianetti is precarious. EILEEN BRADY is a veterinarian living in Scottsdale, Arizona. She is a wife and mother of two daughters and often has to chase her six cats and two dogs away from her laptop keyboard. The Dr. Kate Vet Mysteries is her first series.

And then Sookie Overman, a professional organizer, is found dead—and when another body is found, it’s clear there’s a murderer on the loose. Rumors swirl and suspicion falls on Sookie’s husband. But Kate isn’t convinced he’s a killer, not after getting to know him while treating the family cat.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728249346 Adult Mystery Poisoned Pen Press World with translation

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A Doomful of Sugar Catherine Bruns Maple Syrup Mysteries, Book #1

From USA Today bestselling author Catherine Bruns, a culinary cozy full of syrupy sweets and sticky situations •

Popular subcategory: Culinary cozies have strong readerships and maple syrup and other sweet treats cater to the especially popular dessert category

After the death of her father, Leila Khoury returns to her hometown of Sugar Ridge, Vermont, only to find out her father’s will demands that she run his maple syrup store for at least a year. USA Today bestselling author CATHERINE BRUNS lives in Upstate New York with her husband, three sons, and pets. Catherine has a B.A. in both English and Performing Arts and is a former newspaper reporter and press release writer. Readers are invited to visit her website at catherinebruns.net.

Although her father’s death was written off as a robbery gone wrong, the police chief, and friend of the family, believes he was murdered. The more Leila learns, the more she starts to believe it, too. Leila wants her father’s killer brought to justice, even if she has to put herself in a sticky situation to find them herself.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728253930 Adult Mystery Poisoned Pen Press World with translation

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On Spine of Death Tamara Berry By the Book Mysteries, Book #2

From the author of the acclaimed Eleanor Wilde Mystery Series comes the second installment in the By the Book cozy series! •

TAMARA BERRY is the author of the Eleanor Wilde cozy mystery series and, as Lucy Gilmore, the Forever Home contemporary romance series. Also a freelance writer and editor, she has a bachelor’s degree in English Literature and a serious penchant for Nancy Drew novels. Find her online at www.tamaraberry.com

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A funny, unshakeable duo: Readers will be drawn in by such a unique crime-solving motherdaughter pair and will love following Tess and her daughter Gertrude as they navigate their new home and the hijinks that ensue

In the aftermath of solving their first murder, Tess Harrow and her teenage daughter Gertrude have decided to stay in Winthrop permanently. Now that they’ve made some updates to their cabin in the woods, they’re turning to the family hardware store that Tess inherited and converting it into the town’s first independent bookstore. There’s only one problem: under the floorboards, the contractor finds bones from two cold cases that have been buried for years. Winthrop is a small town, so of course rumors about Tess’s grandfather being a serial killer start flying.doesn’t conduct her investigation exactly By the Book.

NOVEMBER 2022 9781728248639 Adult Mystery Poisoned Pen Press World with translation

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Cheddar Late Than Dead Linda Reilly Grilled Cheese Mysteries, Book #3

A bridal shower gone bad quickly becomes the swiss of death, and grilled cheese shop owner Carly Hale must sniff out the suspect •

LINDA REILLY has previously been published by both Berkley, for her Fried Food Mystery series, and Kensington, with her Cat Lady mystery series. A member of Sisters in Crime, Cat Writers’ Association, and Mystery Writers of America, she lives in southern New Hampshire with her husband and her rescue cat.

Accelerated publication schedule: An accelerated release to build buzz and create a bingeable series is perfect for an eager cozy audience who devours books quickly

FEBRUARY 2022

Winter in Balsam Dell is a snowy affair, and to add in some cheer after the holidays, Carly’s former classmate Klarissa Taddeo is hosting her extravagant bridal shower at the historic Balsam Dell inn. That is, until a double-booking throws some mold in the cheese and leaves Klarissa scrambling. With the venue moved to the maid of honor’s family mansion and Carly rinding to create a new delicious treat, it seems the group is going to pull off the shower without a hitch. That is, until a rowdy band of groomsmen crashes the event.

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The Girl with the Dragonfruit Tattoo Carrie Doyle Trouble in Paradise!

It’s just fruity cocktails and island life for Plum Lockart… until a body washes up on the beach, and she must squeeze the day and catch a killer! •

Unique, hooky series: A delicious cozy series with a killer tropical hook from the author of the Hamptons Murder Mysteries

On the tropical island of Paraiso, Plum Lockhart has a new zest for life. Not only is her new villa rental company growing like a weed, but things are also finally heating up between her and the handsome Director of Security at Las Frutas Resort. A fan of mystery and crime novels and a cooking enthusiast, CARRIE DOYLE combined all her interests to create Antonia Bingham, the star of the Hamptons Murder Mystery series. Carrie is the author of several novels and five optioned screenplays. She splits her time between New York City and East Hampton, New York.

Plum’s thrilled when she gets an invite to dinner on the yacht of a wealthy music executive, grapeful for a luxurious night on the water, surrounded by A-listers. But days later, one of the servers from the yacht—a girl with a dragonfruit tattoo—washes up dead, and Plum’s sweet bit of paradise quickly goes rotten.

JANUARY 2023 9781728232393 Adult Mystery Poisoned Pen Press World with translation

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In Farm’s Way Amanda Flower Farm to Table Mysteries, Book #3

When a murderer strikes her small Michigan town, organic farmer Shiloh Bellmay turns her attention from seeds to sleuthing! •

Beloved genre with a new twist: The Farm to Table Mystery series introduces a fresh twist on the food mystery cozy trope with a focus on organic farming, eating local, and all things that fall into the popular “modern farmhouse” lifestyle

More funny business is afoot on the farm!

AMANDA FLOWER, a USA Today bestselling and Agatha Award-winning author of over twenty cozy mystery novels, started her writing career in elementary school when she read a story she wrote to her sixth grade class and had the class completely invested. Amanda has been a librarian for fifteen years and is starting an organic farm of her own with her family in Northeast Ohio.

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Just in Time for Christmas Carolyn Brown

The Next Best Day Sharon Sala

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All Roads Lead to You Jackie Ashenden

Chance Inheritance Carolyn Brown

Don’t Back Down Sharon Sala

9781728247342 Sourcebooks Casablanca / Romance World with translation $8.99 U.S. / MP / 336 Pages

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Holding Out for a Cowboy A.J. Pine

Colton LaQuette

The Murphys of Meadow Valley, Book #11

Restoration Ranch, Book #2

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Every Bit a Cowboy Jennie Marts

Silver Trail Christmas Nik James

Cowboys of Decker Ranch, Book #1

Creedence Horse Rescue, Book #5

Caleb Marlowe Series, Book #3

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How to Handle a Cowboy Joanne Kennedy

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My Dearest Duke Kristin Vayden

The Rogue Steals a Bride Amelia Grey

Cambridge Brotherhood, Book #2

The Rogues’ Dynasty, Book #6

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Curled Up with an Earl Amy Rose Bennett

A Most Intriguing Lady Jane Ashford

The Byronic Book Club, Book #2

The Duke’s Estates, Book #4

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A Christmas Wolf Surprise Terry Spear Red Wolf, Book #3

Nothing says holiday cheer like a werewolf Christmas from USA Today bestseller Terry Spear! •

Beloved author: Terry Spear is a USA Today bestselling author with over 750,000 paranormal romances sold

Maverick Wilding has his hands full planning for all the Christmas activities that will take place on his reindeer ranch this season. He goes for an early morning run through the wintry Portland woods in his wolf form to clear his head, but nothing prepared him for the trouble that would come next, or the two hunters that find him along the way.

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World with translation USA Today bestselling author TERRY SPEAR has written over sixty romances. Heart of the Wolf was named a Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year. A retired officer of the U.S. Army Reserves, Terry lives in Spring, Texas.

The Wolf Is Mine Paige Tyler SWAT, Book #13

The SWAT werewolves face up against a supernatural creature they might not be able to defeat in this thrilling paranormal romantic suspense that will keep you on the edge of your seat! •

PAIGE TYLER is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of action-packed romantic suspense, romantic thrillers, and paranormal romance. She lives with her very own military hero (a.k.a. her husband) and their adorable dog on the beautiful Florida coast. Visit her at www.paigetylertheauthor.com.

Bestselling author: Paige Tyler is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, and Sourcebooks has sold more than 360,000 copies of Paige Tyler’s paranormal romantic suspense titles

Werewolf Connor Malone and his SWAT team are in San Antonio looking for their teammate Zane and his mate, Alyssa. But Connor can’t stop worrying about his cat who went missing the morning he left Dallas. His furry friend has been by his side since they came across each other almost a year ago, and the fact that she’s suddenly nowhere to be found is weighing on him. To make matters worse, when he and his team finally find Zane and Alyssa, they realize they’re up against a powerful supernatural creature they might not be able to defeat…

JANUARY 2023 9781728248783

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Wolf Takes the Lead Terry Spear Billionaire Wolf, Book #4

Hot romance gets a dash of danger in USA Today bestselling author Terry Spear’s sexy Billionaire Wolf series •

USA Today bestselling author TERRY SPEAR has written over sixty romances. Heart of the Wolf was named a Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year and Billionaire in Wolf’s Clothing was a Romantic Times Top Pick. Terry lives in Spring, Texas.

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Bestselling author: Terry Spear is a USA Today bestselling author with over 740,000 paranormal romances sold

Billionaire gray wolf Derek Spencer has no intention of dating she-wolves anytime soon after two broke his heart, so when Kate Hanover applies to be one of his bodyguards, he pushes both her and his attraction away as best as he can. Not to mention, he has a human girlfriend, but when said girlfriend gives him an ultimatum he can’t accept—marry her or else—he suddenly has to find a replacement date for an upcoming gala ball in a hurry. All his friends suggest taking Kate.

FEBRUARY 2023 9781728246383 Adult Romance Sourcebooks Casablanca World with translation

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Black Hollywood Reimagining Iconic Movie Moments Carell Augustus

DEBUT!

See Hollywood again for the first time •

Insightful: Premise of the book poses a powerful question—what if Black actors had always been valued in Hollywood?—that is sure to start conversations in the media and with readers

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Star power: Carell has already photographed celebrities such as Vanessa L. Williams, Dule Hill, and Karamo Brown, and is enlisting more A-listers to contribute to and promote the project

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Beautiful art: Incredible photography that reinterprets some of the most famous scenes from iconic movies and TV shows throughout media history—a true visual feast for film buffs

In Black Hollywood, photographer Carell Augustus has enlisted Black celebrities and performers from all areas of entertainment to recreate iconic scenes from classic Hollywood movies, television, and other media. The images illuminate the role of race in Hollywood history by reimagining classic films with Black actors, renewing readers’ appreciation of the past while celebrating the hottest Black stars of today and inspiring the artists of the future. CARELL AUGUSTUS is a Los Angeles-based photographer whose career has taken him around the world to shoot some of the biggest stars on the planet. His celebrity clients have included Viola Davis, Beverly Johnson, Mariah Carey, Elizabeth Banks, Pierce Bronson, Meghan Markle, Serena Williams, Snoop Dogg, and more.

More than a book about pop culture, film history, or race, Black Hollywood is truly an inspirational artistic homage to our greatest blockbuster movies and the actors who brought them to life.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728258393d Adult Entertainment Ebony Magazine Publishing World with translation

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When Broadway Was Black The Triumphant Story of the All-Black Musical that Changed the World Caseen Gaines A powerful and captivating story of the men and women who brought Blackness to Broadway •

Incredible praise: The hardcover edition of the book was praised by the Wall Street Journal, Publishers Weekly, Library Journal, and The Washington Post who said that: “Gaines places the show within the broader American political and racial culture, making the book not only resonant but relevant.”

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Great representation: This book discusses iconic figures in theater and unknown artists of color and celebrates performers who forged a path where there wasn’t one before

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Stellar research: Author Caseen Gaines has direct contact with the families and has obtained personal photographs

For readers of Hidden Figures and Something Wonderful, When Broadway Was Black is the story of New York in the roaring twenties and the first Broadway show with an allBlack cast and creative team to achieve success—and its impact on our popular culture. Amidst a culture actively whitewashing, controlling, or trying to prevent their stories from being told, these artists changed the course of American entertainment. This groundbreaking group of performers and the creators (including composer Eubie Blake and lyricist Noble Sissle) sowed the seeds of the Harlem jazz scene and paved the way for people of color on stage and screen, ultimately leading to productions such as West Side Story, Black Panther, and of course, Hamilton. Author and journalist CASEEN GAINES has written for Rolling Stone, Vanity Fair, and New York magazine. He holds an MA from Rutgers in American Studies, focusing on racial representations in popular culture.

FEBRUARY 2023 9781728259390 Adult Biography Sourcebooks US, CA, PH, PR

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Unlikeable How Bitches, Sluts, Shrews, and Trainwrecks Took Over Pop Culture and Liberated Women From Having to Be Nice Anna Bogutskaya

DEBUT!

An incisive exploration into the evolution of unlikeable female characters: what makes them unlikeable, how audiences have reacted to them, and whether pop culture—and society—is finally ready to embrace complicated women. •

Intersection of pop culture and feminism: This is the first book to look at unlikeable female characters as a whole cultural phenomenon and to investigate the rippling effects of pop culture on modern-day society

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Thought-provoking and discussion-worthy: The read is sharp, witty, and intelligent and will stimulate thoughtful dialogue and conversations for book clubs

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Readers love dissecting fictional characters: The book will cover characters/celebrities from the 1930s to present day to appeal to a wide age range of readers

Female characters have been historically burdened by ‘likeability’ and any woman that falls outside of that has been treated as a cautionary tale. Today, unlikeable female characters are everywhere in film, TV, and wider pop culture. For the first time ever, they are being embraced by audiences and even showered with industry awards. We are finally accepting that women are—shock horror—fully fledged human beings. How did we get to this point?

ANNA BOGUTSKAYA is a London-based freelance film programmer, broadcaster, writer and creative producer, connected in both the worlds of US and UK film. She is also the co-founder of the horror film collective and podcast The Final Girls and Festival Director of Underwire Festival. Previously, Anna was the Film and Events Programmer at the British Film Institute. In 2019, she was selected as one of Screen International’s Future Leaders in Curation and Programming and was invited to become a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, and in 2020 was selected as a mentor at SXSW.

Unlikeable will trace the evolution of female characters, examining what exactly makes them popular, how audiences have reacted to them and how pop culture is finally allowing us to embrace the complexities of being a woman. From Samantha Jones in Sex and the City, to the iconic Regina George in Mean Girls, Anna Bogutskaya takes us on a journey through film, TV and wider culture, looking at the nuances of womanhood on and off-screen.

MARCH 2023 9781728252681 Adult Social Sciences Sourcebooks US, CA, PH, PR

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Woman, Captain, Rebel The Extraordinary True Story of a Daring Icelandic Sea Captain Margaret Willson A notorious crime, a lone woman fighting for equality, and the thrills of the wide-open sea •

Cross genre appeal: Appeals to readers interested in inspirational sheroes, true crime, maritime adventures, and the many people fascinated with Iceland

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Important story about female empowerment: Captain Thurídur fought for justice and equality, not only for herself but for those around her without a voice

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Transportive writing from an award-winning author: Readers will be immersed in 19th century Iceland, guided by award-winning author, Margaret Willson

A daring and magnificent account of Iceland’s most famous female sea captain who constantly fought for women’s rights and equality—and who also solved one of the country’s most notorious robberies. Many people may have heard the old sailing superstition that having women onboard a ship was bad luck. Thus, the sea remains in popular knowledge a male realm. When we think of examples of daring sea captains, swashbuckling pirates, or wise fishermen, many men come to mind. Cultural anthropologist Margaret Willson would like to introduce a fearless woman into our imagination of the sea: Thurídur Einarsdóttir

MARGARET WILLSON is a writer and cultural anthropologist. She has traveled extensively, working, doing research, or ethnographic film in Papua New Guinea, Brazil, Mongolia, Australia, New Zealand, Iceland...and a number of other places. She currently lives in Seattle with her partner and their cat, Mister.

Thurídur Einarsdóttir was one of Iceland’s most renowned fishing captains of the 19th century—who also happened to solve one of Iceland’s most notorious crimes. Captain Thurídur was a controversial woman constantly contesting social norms while simultaneously becoming a respected captain fighting for dignity and equality for underrepresented Icelanders. Both horrifying and magnificent, this story will captivate readers from the first page and keep them thinking long after they turn the last page.

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Adult History

The Red Widow The Scandal that Shook Paris and the Woman Behind it All Sarah Horowitz Sex, scandal, and the real-life femme fatale of Paris •

Hot category: Historical biography is a strong category in the market, and Red Widow delivers a fascinating read tailor-made for that audience

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Un-put-downable: A “stranger-than-fiction” story that will garner intense word-of-mouth activity with the possibility of TikTok virality

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Stellar author: Author Sarah Horowitz writes with an authoritative and compelling voice backed by meticulous research

Society hostess and wife of an award-winning painter, Marguerite Steinheil, broke every rule in the bourgeois book—and got away with it. Known for sleeping with many elite Frenchmen, Meg was thrown into infamy when her lover, President Félix Faure, died of a stroke during one of their encounters. But Meg had ambitions far beyond becoming one of the most sought-after bodies in Paris. At her core, she was a woman determined to conquer French high society. A real-life femme fatale who left a trail of death and destruction in her wake, Meg became known as the Red Widow for mysteriously surviving a home invasion that left both her husband and mother dead. More than just a rollicking and entertaining tale of sex and murder, Meg’s life is a window into the dazzling glamor, art, and romanticism of bourgeois Paris, perfect for readers of The Radium Girls and Sin in the Second City.

SARAH HOROWITZ has a PhD in modern European history from UC Berkeley and is core faculty in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at Washington and Lee University.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728226323 Adult Biography Sourcebooks World with translation

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In Pursuit of Jefferson Traveling through Europe with the Most Perplexing Founding Father Derek Baxter A controversial Founding Father. A modern man in need of change. A once in a lifetime trip through Europe. Now in paperback! •

Popular topic: This is a fresh, well-rounded examination of Thomas Jefferson, and Founding Fathers are a perennial favorite for American history buffs

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Broad audience: An exciting combination of interrogative history and escapist travel, this book engages a diverse readership

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Incredible praise: The hardcover edition was lauded by authors, historians, and reviewers at publications like Kirkus, who gave it a starred review and called it a “jaunty, inventive approach…”

In the 1780s, Thomas Jefferson was a broken man reeling from the loss of his wife and political failure. He fled to Europe to recover, and that’s where he discovered all the wonders of architecture, art, food, and drink the continent had to offer, inspiring him to pen a travel guide of his own, Hints for Americans Travelling Through Europe. Over 200 years later, Derek Baxter is in a personal crisis of his own. Always passionate about Jefferson and the Founding Father’s impact on American culture, Baxter decided to follow our third president’s centuries-old travel guide for a once in a lifetime trip of his own. As Baxter travels through six different countries he goes through his own personal revelations while discovering the legacy Jefferson left behind—the good and the bad.

DEREK BAXTER is an alumni of the University of Virginia, which Jefferson founded, and is a lawyer in the Founding Father’s home state of Virginia. This is his first book. You can follow his adventures with Thomas Jefferson at jeffersontravels.com.

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Adult History

The Prairie Woman Who Lost Her Way and the Great-Granddaughter Who Found Her Erika Bolstad

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Windfall

After receiving a mysterious inheritance, journalist Erika Bolstad sets out on a tumultuous journey through her family’s buried past and its dark connection to the Promised Land of the American West •

Fascinating cultural examination: The book explores the entitled mentality that has long defined white settlers in the American West and its consequences on the landscape and its original inhabitants

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Dual narratives: Combines the story of a remarkable historical woman with the modern-day journey of her great-granddaughter seeking to uncover her family’s history

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Timely read: Themes related to environmentalism and climate change driven by the oil business are highly relevant to the current climate crisis

Author Erika Bolstad was shocked to learn she had inherited mineral rights in North Dakota in the throes of an oil bonanza. Determined to unearth the story behind her unexpected inheritance, she followed the trail to her great-grandmother, Anna, who her family had painted to be a courageous homesteader who paved her way in the unforgiving American West. But, Bolstad discovers a darker truth about Anna than her family had ever shared. With journalistic rigor, she unearths a history of environmental exploitation and genocide as well as the modern-day consequences of the Great Plains Dream: We could be rich. ERIKA BOLSTAD is a journalist and documentary filmmaker in Portland, Oregon. Her work on climate change has appeared in the Washington Post, Scientific American, and many other publications.

JANUARY 2023 9781728246932

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Adult Memoir

What the Ear Hears (and Doesn’t) Inside the Extraordinary Everyday World of Frequency Richard Mainwaring An accessible look into the world of frequency and how it affects us all • Pop science is trending: A hot category with both an established readership and new readers thanks in part to science Tiktok and YouTube • Science for everyday people: Presents a complex scientific principle through fascinating humancentered stories and the universality of music

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• Uber-giftable: With lightly illustrated internals and interesting “did you know” trivia-type content, this book is the perfect gift for science and music lovers

In 2011, without warning, a skyscraper in South Korea began to shake uncontrollably and was immediately evacuated. Was it an earthquake? A terrorist attack? No one seemed quite sure. The actual cause emerged later: Seventeen middle-aged Koreans were having a Tae Bo fitness class in the office gym on the twelfth floor. Their beats had inadvertently matched the building’s natural frequency, and this coincidence caused the building to shake at an alarming rate for ten minutes.

RICHARD MAINWARING is a performing musician, composer, TV presenter and educator. He has composed music for Netflix, the BBC, and the International Space Station. He is a classically trained multi-instrumentalist, and has worked with artists as diverse as Hugh Laurie, Larry Adler, Eartha Kitt, Hayley Westenra and Tom Odell. He has also presented over fifty short films for the BBC.

Frequency is all around us, but really isn’t understood. What the Ear Hears (and Doesn’t) reveals the extraordinary world of frequency—from medicine to religion to the environment to the paranormal—not through abstract theory, but through a selection of small memorable human (and animal) stories laced with dry humor, including: The elephant who anticipated the 2004 Asian tsunami and carried a young girl miles inland, saving her life, The reason for those deep spiritual feelings we have in churches, The cutting-edge methods that are changing medicine, and The world’s loneliest whale

NOVEMBER 2022 9781728259369

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Adult Science

Quantum Bullsh*t How to Ruin Your Life with Advice from Quantum Physics Sarah Horowitz From bestselling author and physicist Chris Ferrie comes a book perfect for people with a sense of humor who f*cking love science •

Original: The first sweary science book on the market combines two popular trends in books and actually teaches you quantum physics without turning you into a pocket protector-wearing nerd

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Rockstar author: Chris Ferrie has sold more than 1 million copies of his Baby University books and is the world’s bestselling science author for children

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Broad appeal: Truly hilarious and witty content elevates this book from merely a joke or gift item to a truly useful and enjoyable book to keep on your shelf long-term

Quantum physics is weird and spooky and mystical and if you only understood it, you’d be rich and beautiful and have great sex, right? Wrong. Quantum physics is a wellunderstood science that professional bullshitters use to dupe unsuspecting victims with get-rich-quick scams and bogus self-help advice. This book is a no-nonsense explanation of what quantum physics is and is not, told in an accessible, humorous style with just the right amount of curse words. If you f*cking love science and want to be slightly less dumb than you were when you woke up this morning, this is the goddamn book for you.

JANUARY 2023 9781728266053

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Adult Science

The Things We Make The Unknown History of Invention from Cathedrals to Soda Cans Bill Hammack Ph.D. From Stonehenge to microchips, discover the one simple method used to engineer the world as we know it •

Great read: Commercial, accessible writing that entertains as it informs on a topic that has never been explored in a mainstream title

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Popular genre: Social science and big idea books are ever-popular with the nonfiction reader

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Rockstar author: Bill is a multi-award winning professor of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering at U of I, and the producer/host of the engineerguy videos on Youtube, which has garnered over a million followers

In this book, Bill Hammack, better known as The Engineer Guy, takes us on a whirlwind tour of how humans built the world we know today. From the grand stone arches of medieval cathedrals to the mundane modern soda can, Hammack explains the golden rule of thumb that underlies every new building technique, every technological advancement, and every creative solution that leads us one step closer to a better, more functional world. Perfect for readers of Adam Grant and Jared Diamond, this fascinating examination of the method that keeps pushing humanity forward is a spotlight on the achievements of the past and a celebration of the potential of our future.

BILL HAMMACK is a professor of engineering at the University of Illinois and the host of The Engineer Guy Youtube channel. His work has received nine national awards from a diverse group of engineering, scientific, and journalistic societies. In 2019 he was the recipient of the prestigious Carl Sagan Award. He lives in Chicago with his family.

MARCH 2023 9781728215754

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Adult Science

Secrets of the Sprakkar Iceland’s Extraordinary Women and How They Are Changing the World Eliza Reid Michelle Obama’s Becoming meets Hygge in this insightful, paperback exploration of gender equity, written by the sitting First Lady of Iceland •

Nordic trend: Perfect for fans of The Little Book of Hygge, and other readers interested in the culture of Nordic nations

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A feminist role model: In Secrets of the Sprakkar, Eliza Reid shows what gender equity looks like in real life and how it can be achieved within a national culture

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Distinct point of view: As an immigrant to Iceland and its sitting First Lady, Eliza brings both an insider and outsider perspective to Icelandic culture

Canadian-born writer Eliza Reid never expected to live in Iceland at all—much less become its First Lady. But after meeting her Icelandic husband at university, Eliza’s life transformed when he won the presidency. Her new position granted her remarkable insight into the roles of Icelandic women in business, politics, the home, and more. Eliza’s immigrant perspective offers an uplifting examination of Iceland’s reputation: one of the best places in the world to be a woman. The woman-focused inspiration of Michelle Obama’s Becoming meets Hygge in Secrets of the Sprakkar, exploring lessons we can all learn from the sprakkar (outstanding women) of our Nordic neighbors as we strive for gender equity.

ELIZA REID is the co-founder of the acclaimed Iceland Writers Retreat. Eliza grew up near Ottawa, Canada, and moved to Iceland in 2003. She is the sitting First Lady of Iceland.

JANUARY 2023 9781728259413 Adult Social Sciences Sourcebooks World with translation

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Me and White Supremacy Combat Racism, Change the World, and Become a Good Ancestor Layla F. Saad The numbers show that readers are ready to do this work—let’s give it to them •

New York Times and USA Today bestseller: ME AND WHITE SUPREMACY has sold more than 175,000 units POS and 125,000+ ebooks in the U.S. alone, and is a global phenomenon

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Highly praised: Blurbs from authors such as Elizabeth Gilbert, Robin DiAngelo, Glennon Doyle, and many more attest to the power of this groundbreaking antiracism text

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Highly engaged author: Layla Saad has a massive platform and great contacts

When Layla Saad began an Instagram challenge called #meandwhitesupremacy, she never predicted it would become a cultural movement. She encouraged people to own up and share their racist behaviors, big and small. She was looking for truth, and she got it... Thousands of people participated in the challenge, and over 95,000 people downloaded the supporting work The Me and White Supremacy Workbook. Updated and expanded from the original edition, Me and White Supremacy teaches readers how to dismantle the privilege within themselves so that they can stop (often unconsciously) inflicting damage on people of color, and in turn, help other white people do better, too.

FEBRUARY 2023 9781728232430 Adult Social Sciences Sourcebooks US, CA, PH, PR 9781728238555

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The Long Grief Journey How Long-Term Unresolved Grief Can Affect Your Mental Health and What to Do about It Pamela D Blair PhD and Bradie A Hansen MA Providing actionable advice on learning to live without a loved one and working through grief, this book challenges the idea that the grieving need to just “get over” their loss •

Much-needed resource: With enduring occurrence of COVID deaths and other devastating world and national events that have disrupted the natural grief cycle, this book becomes even more critical

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Connects grief with mental health: Content not only leverages high-volume online search keywords around grief but also high-value keywords around mental health

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Expert advice: The authors are professionals in psychotherapy and Blair has written successful books on grief before

There is an idea that in Western society, grieving for a loved one should only last six months to a year. But, those who have felt this loss know that the grieving process continues silently for much longer than this time. This book is for the people who have experienced loss but who by all appearances seem to have “moved on”—but internally they bear the sometimes-crippling weight of sadness and longing for their loved one. Written by grief experts, The Long Grief Journey is a muchneeded resource that includes exercises, journal prompts, and introduces rituals that aid the bereaved as they learn to live with loss. “PAMELA D. BLAIR, Ph.D. is the co-author of I Wasn’t Ready to Say Goodbye, the author of The Next Fifty Years and Getting Older Better, and a psychotherapist. BRADIE HANSEN, M.A. is a clinical psychologist.”

FEBRUARY 2023 9781728262666 Adult Grieving Sourcebooks World with translation

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The Day I Die The Untold Story of Assisted Dying in America Anita Hannig The first work of character-driven nonfiction to passionately, lucidly, and sensitively explore the legal practice of medical assistance in dying, now in paperback •

First of its kind: The first commercial work of nonfiction to provide an in-depth exploration of the experience of individuals choosing to pursue physician-assisted death under current U.S. laws

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Qualified author: Dr. Anita Hannig has conducted extensive research, including volunteering in hospice settings and attending the assisted deaths of several individuals, and treats the subject matter with the dignity and empathy it deserves

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Accessible: Clear, accessible writing and a structure driven by narrative elements and characters we follow through the book make this a fascinating, if at times emotional, read

The Day I Die is a major work of nonfiction that tackles the one issue we’ll all eventually come to face—our final days, hours, and minutes. With clarity and empathy, award-winning anthropologist Anita Hannig uncovers the stigma against the practice of assisted dying, untangles the legalities and logistics of pursuing an assisted death in America today, and profiles the dedicated advocates and medical personnel involved. In intimate, lyrical detail, Hannig explains why someone might choose an assisted death and how that decision impacts their loved ones. In a time when nearly 80 percent of Americans die in hospitals and nursing homes, medical assistance in dying could transform the way we die for the better, allowing more people to define the terms of their own death. DR. ANITA HANNIG is associate professor of anthropology at Brandeis University, where she teaches classes on the cultural dimensions of medicine and death. Over the past four years, she has studied how access to medically assisted death is transforming the ways Americans die.

MARCH 2023 9781728259420 Adult Social Science Sourcebooks World with translation

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The New Academic A Researcher’s Guide to Writing and Presenting Content in a Modern World Simon Clews A practical and accessible guide for academics to grow their audiences and share their research with the world •

This book provides a modern and fresh take on how to be an acadmic in a world where communication and media are constantly evolving

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Written by an industry expert who instructs students at the University of Melbourne on how to make their work accessible to nonacademic audiences

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This book teaches essential communication skills for researchers and academics who want to become the next big name in their chosen fields

What does it mean to be an academic in today’s rapidly chaning world? The new academic must not only be outstanding in their chosen field, but they must also be able to write knock-out articles, speak with flair and wit, and share their knowledge with their huge social media following... But how do you do all of that?

SIMON CLEWS is the Director of the Melbourne Engagement Lab at the University of Melbourne, where he trains, encourages, and motivates some of Australia’s brightest minds to make their work accessible to nonacademic audiences. Simon supports postgraduate students, early career researchers, and academic staff as they transform their research into writing for non-specialist audiences. He is also active both in Australia and around the world in “Three Minute Thesis” and “Visualize Your Thesis” competitions, both successful examples of academic research being communicated in interesting, accessible, and engaging ways.

In The New Academic, Simon Clews offers a wealth of practical advice on how to write and speak in an entertaining, informative, and—above all—accessible way. Aimed at researchers at all levels of experience, this book will teach readers how to communicate their research to general audiences, develop a public profile, gain traction online, and establish themselves as experts in their chosen fields— starting with a simple letter to the editor and then moving through writing for newspapers and magazines, developing book proposals, booking radio and TV interviews, and even appearing on podcasts. This book will teach academics how to be front and center in public debate so we can all benefit from their knowledge and make informed decisions about the things that matter. Energetic, lively, and constructive, this is your hands-on guidebook to excelling in academia.

MARCH 2023 9781728262239 Adult Study Aids Sourcebooks World excl. AU, NZ

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How to Talk to Kids About Anything Tips, Tricks, Scripts, Stories, and Steps to Make Even the Toughest Conversations Easier Robyn Silverman PhD A quintessential guide for discussing big topics with small humans •

Actionable and necessary: This is the first book to guide parents step-by-step through a variety of difficult subjects using clear, easy-to-follow scripts that they can personalize for their own kids and situations.

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Broad scope: Tackles a wide variety of topics including sex, death, friendship, failure, race, bullying, and more.

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Author Platform: Robyn Silverman’s How to Talk to Kids About Anything podcast has more than 1 million downloads and features weekly guests, including powerhouses such as Joanna Faber, Daniel J. Siegel, Michele Borba, Julie Lythcott-Haims, KJ Dell’Antonia, and many more.

What do you do when your child comes to you with a question about anxiety, death, divorce, beauty, or race? Poised to become the quintessential conversation resource for parents, HOW TO TALK TO KIDS ABOUT ANYTHING provides powerful words, actionable steps, tips, inspiring real-life stories, and pivotal advice to tackle these difficult conversations with kids. Dr. Robyn Silverman of the How to Talk to Kids About Anything parenting podcast provides the Cliff’s Notes for parenting on a wide variety of topics, giving busy parents the words they need to answer kids’ most challenging questions and set a precedent for healthy communication.

DR. ROBYN SILVERMAN is an award-winning parenting expert, regularly seen on The Today Show, the CBS Morning Show, and Good Morning America. She is the host of the How to Talk to Kids About Anything parenting podcast.

FEBRUARY 2023 9781728246987 Adult Parenting Sourcebooks World with translation

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Where Should We Camp Next?: National Parks The Best Campgrounds and Unique Outdoor Accommodations In and Around National Parks, Seashores, Monuments, and More

Stephanie Puglisi & Jeremy Puglisi Make your next national parks visit the best one yet! •

National parks, road trips, RVs, and camping are trending: Even people who have never been camping or aren’t “outdoorsy” want to find ways to connect to nature on vacation, and our national parks are more popular than ever

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Expansion of a popular brand: The first book in the Where Should We Camp Next? series sold more than 25,000 copies within six months of initial publication

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Knowledgeable authors with strong platforms: Stephanie and Jeremy Puglisi are the creators of the RV Atlas blog, host a popular podcast, and are sponsored by some of the biggest brands in the outdoor adventure industryto Iceland and its sitting First Lady, Eliza brings both an insider and outsider perspective to Icelandic culture

With more people interested in camping than ever, whether it’s in tents, RVs, cabins, or unique accommodations like yurts or glamping tents, one question floats around private Facebook groups and camping forums more than any other: “Where should I camp next?” Camping and RV experts Jeremy and Stephanie Puglisi are here with the answers. Where Should We Camp Next?: National Parks offers a fun and accessible guide to the best campgrounds and outdoor accommodations in and around more than one hundred national parks, lakeshores, monuments, and more. The Puglisis will help you understand the different types of camping accommodations, find hidden gems across the country, and plan your family’s next bucket list trip. It’s time to make some memories in America’s amazing national parks system! STEPHANIE and JEREMY PUGLISI are the creators of the RV Atlas and the authors of The Idiot’s Guide: RV Vacations, See You at the Campground, and Where Should We Camp Next?. They live in New Jersey and spend 80+ nights a year in their RV with their three kids.

MARCH 2023 9781728262598 Adult Travel Sourcebooks World with translation 9781492694656

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Daily Creative A Practical Guide for Staying Prolific, Brilliant, and Healthy Todd Henry Bestselling author Todd Henry (The Accidental Creative) stops burnout in its tracks with a daily dose of creativity! •

Multiple successes: Todd Henry is a productivity expert and he has penned other successful titles about this topic

From the bestselling author of The Accidental Creative and Die Empty comes an inspirational guide that helps professionals spark creativity day in and day out. Avoid burnout and inspire your creativity with this daily reader that pushes you to feel energized and ready for innovation! TODD HENRY Is the founder of Accidental Creative, a company that works with teams to foster creativity. He speaks frequently on productivity and leadership.

SEPTEMBER 2022 9781728256641 Adult Self-help Simple Truths World with translation

$17.99 U.S. TP 416 Pages

Goodbye, Perfect How to Stop Pleasing, Proving, and Pushing for others… and Unleash Your Power Homaira Kabir MAPPCP Why are so many competent women afraid or unwilling to take risks and speak up in the workplace? •

Trending topic: In response to the turmoil of 2020-2021 women want help advocating for themselves, and they need advice to help them battle burnout and unrealistic expectations

Why—despite the time, effort, and money invested in women’s advancement—has there been little to no change in women’s representation in the workforce for more than a decade? HOMAIRA KABIR is a coach, speaker, writer, and leadership development trainer whose expertise lies in helping women rise to their highest potential. She is the founder of Her Becoming, an enterprise dedicated to women’s empowerment, and leadership in all areas of their lives toward positive change in their relationships, work and indeed the world.

Expert coach and leader Homaira Kabir explains why competent women fall apart when criticized, suppress their own needs to meet those of others, continually seek out praise, and participate in other forms of self sabotage. The hard-fought battle for women’s empowerment has stalled and the solution lies in building optimal confidence.

FEBRUARY 2023 9781728247496 Adult Self-help Simple Truths World with translation

$17.99 U.S. TP 224 Pages

Elevate Your Team Push Beyond Your Leadership Limits to Unlock Success in Yourself and Others Robert Glazer Ignite Reads

From best selling author Robert Glazer comes a must-read leadership title for you and your team •

ROBERT GLAZER built a $20 million global business recognized as a best place to work by Inc, Fortune, Forbes, Entrepreneur, the Boston Globe and Glassdoor.

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New title from a bestselling author: Follow up to the USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestseller, Elevate

It’s time to break down your barriers are a leader, as a team, and achieve. Just wanting to be better is never enough. The ability to elevate—to exceed and outperform expectations—is directly related to your ability to build capacity in yourself and others. What capacity exactly? Making time to not just tackle everything you place on your plate (personally and professionally) but to CRUSH each and every accomplishment.

FEBRUARY 2023 9781728238784 Adult Business Simple Truths World with translation

$16.99 U.S. HC 168 Pages

Make Space for Happiness How to Stop Attracting Clutter and Start Magnetizing the Life You Want Tracy McCubbin De-clutter, de-stress, and be happy, from the author of the highlyacclaimed Making Space, Clutter Free •

Author expertise: Tracy McCubbin is an up-andcoming voice in the clutter-clearing space

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Growing readership: Happiness books continue to perform well as readers look for resources to help optimize their happiness and improve their lives

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Trending topic: The continued success of Marie Kondo and media properties like The Home Edit indicate that Americans’ appetite for home organizing content has only grown during the pandemic and will continue for the foreseeable future

We’ve all done it: looked around and thought, “How did I get so much stuff I don’t really need?” In Make Space for Happiness, Tracy McCubbin addresses that burning question, and offers a solution. What she’s found is that people who suffer from chronic clutter want, above all, to attract the feeling their “stuff” represents. In this exciting decluttering book with Gretchen Rubin appeal, Tracy presents the 7 emotional magnets, and how you can recognize your magnet to attract more of what you really want: love, self-confidence, time, and ease.

TRACY MCCUBBIN is founder and CEO of dClutterfly, a top LA-based home organizing company featured in Real Simple, House Beautiful, and goop among other major media outlets, and the author of Making Space, Clutter Free. She is also the daughter of a hoarder. She lives in LA. You can find her at tracymccubbin.com.

OCTOBER 2022 9781728263816 Adult Self-help Sourcebooks World with translation 9781492675198

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Time for Me Self Care & Simple Pleasures for Women Who Do Too Much Helene Lerner Summon the courage to do things differently, by making time for yourself •

Self-care that lasts: Taps into the growing space for solutions that fix the root of the issue for women

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Approachable exercises: Small mindful moments of self-care peppered throughout author’s proven methodology

Women are notorious for taking care of everyone else first, exhausting themselves. Time for Me is for any woman who feels stretched too thin, burnt out, or ready to find a better work-life balance. Author Helene Lerner helps women figure out if they’re doing too much, and then provides four Power Keys to living a more joyful and balanced life. For women who are out in the trenches every day, this book offers simple pleasures to nourish your spirit and ingenious solutions to find time for yourself.

NOVEMBER 2022 HELENE LERNER is the founder of WomenWorking.com. She is a prolific author, independent public television host, Emmy Awardwinning executive producer and a Fortune 500 workplace consultant. She covers a wide array of women’s issues—from breaking barriers and work-life balance, to health and wellness, to relationships and building self-esteem.

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$12.99 U.S. TP 176 Pages

Everyday Calm A 52-Week Inspiration and Mindfulness Journal to Reset, Refresh, and Live Better Sourcebooks Inspire calm bliss with easy meditations, mindfulness techniques, and reflective prompts •

Stress is at an all-time high: Consumer insights show readers turning to meditation and self-help to safeguard mental health in troubling times

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Growing trend in an evergreen space: Data shows ‘calm’ is a hot keyword in wellness searches

With a focus on a mainstream, practical approach for a broad audience, the Everyday Calm journal will provide stressed-out readers with easy meditations, mindfulness techniques, thoughtful quotes, and reflective prompts. Users will learn how to relieve stress and anxiety, find relaxation, and live better with calm! Examples of content include:When you start to feel stressed, place a hand on your heart or stomach and ground yourself in that feeling of touch. Draw your focus away from your thoughts to the pressure of your hand.

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Fight Cancer Undated Planner A 52-Week Organizer to Fight Hard and Live Well Sourcebooks For caregivers and patients, the Fight Cancer Undated Planner is the perfect medical log and organizer to remind you that this battle is yours to win! •

Completely unique product with no comps: There are no all-in-one organizers to help cancer patients and caregivers keep track of appointments, medication, and treatment plans; because the planner is undated, you can begin using it at any time

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For patients and their caregivers: This planner can be utilized by those fighting cancer and those supporting a loved one

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Inspiration combined with support: Planner includes weekly symptom and habit trackers as well as pages to outline treatment plans interspursed with words of motivation and reflection

Cancer is tough, but you are tougher! Whether you’re a patient or helping a loved one, you deserve to have one less thing to worry about. Filled with undated weekly grids, to-do lists, symptom and habit trackers, stickers, and more, this 52-week planner helps you collect your thoughts and have control over your treatment schedule. This treatment and medication tracker, journal, and organizer is one more weapon in your arsenal to help you win the fight. It’s motivational and reflective pages remind you that you are strong, you are capable, and you are in control!

NOVEMBER 2022 9781728260181 Calendar Sourcebooks WORLD

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I’ve F*cking Got This Sticky Notes 101 Affirmations to Swear and Share! Sourcebooks Calendars & Gifts to Swear By

Sweary Affirmations to Empower Your Life! •

Trending Content: Morning affirmations and daily mindful mantras are on the rise with the extreme growth in the wellness space—and the bestselling Sweary line stands out!

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Proven Format: The original Instant Happy Sticky Notes has sold over 180,000 units, and users love to keep the notes for themselves or share them with others

Own your f*cking power and pass it on! This funny and motivational affirmation collection combines the bestselling swearing line with the evergreen affirmation space in a popular tear-and-share format! Filled with hilarious swears and affirmations to make users feel like a bad*ss, these 101 empowering notes remind you that you can do f*cking anything!

JANUARY 2023 9781728256382 Adult Gift Sourcebooks WORLD

$9.99 U.S. TP 208 Pages

Ray of F*cking Sunshine Sticky Notes 101 Happiness Notes to Swear and Share! Sourcebooks Calendars & Gifts to Swear By

Create your own d*mn sunshine with notes to brighten your day! •

Trending content: Reveling in “the little things” is a huge trend in the self-help and wellness space, and happiness is evergreen!

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A Winning Combination: The original Instant Happy Sticky Notes has sold over 180,000 units and the Sweary product line continues to put out bestsellers.

Find your f*cking bliss and pass it on! This funny and inspiring happiness sticky note pack combines the bestselling swearing line with the evergreen happiness space in the extremely popular Instant Happy Sticky Notes format! Filled with inspiring swears and joyful reminders, these 101 cheerful notes bring some f*cking sunshine to keep for yourself or share with a friend!

JANUARY 2023 9781728260310 Adult Gift Sourcebooks WORLD

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Too F*cking Cute A Collection of Unnecessarily Adorable Animals Sourcebooks How can an animal even be this d*mn cute? •

Making the big bigger: Huge opportunity to build out a blue ocean program with what we know works in both the animal humor market and swearing market (tested out through our calendar program)

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Evergreen topic: Data shows that the animal humor space is on the rise and evergreen, and our successful swearing program is our way into this red ocean space

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Perfectly giftable: Adorable animal photographs paired with funny swears is the perfect white elephant gift and won’t cannibalize our other products

This adorable gift book is the perfect gift for the animal lover in your life. Packed with sweary captions and fun f*cking facts, this laugh out loud package will help you get out all that so-cute-I-can’t-handle-it aggression! Get ready to tell adorable hedgehogs to take a f*cking hike and snoozing sloths to stop that cute sh*t already! Each page includes funny phrases on adorable animal photographs, such as:

What the hell hedgehog, I can’t even fu*cking hug you? Fu*k you, baby pig. You don’t need a g*dd*mn teacup Where the f*ck are your legs, little fluff?

OCTOBER 2022 9781728260198

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365 Affirmations from Women Who Changed the World A Daily Affirmation Collection Inspired by Great Quotes from Great Women Sourcebooks Gain confidence, practice self-care, and achieve your goals with 365 affirmations from iconic women •

Current topic: Affirmations are a growing trend, making Google’s Year in Search list for 2021

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Strong market: Women’s empowerment is evergreen and a strong sales category

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Multiple reasons to buy: Great as a self-improvement purchase but also highly giftable

Women like Gloria Steinem, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Malala Yousafzai have made an indelible impression on our culture. Their words of wisdom set an example for ambitious, creative women everywhere. Adapted from their life-changing quotes, this book offers daily positive affirmations to build your resilience, creativity, and positive self-image as you achieve your biggest dreams. Whether you’re looking for motivation for yourself or a loved one, these affirmations will help you embrace your momentum, manifest a life you love, and celebrate the powerful woman you are every day!

MARCH 2023 9781728269009 Adult Self-help Sourcebooks WORLD

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