Exciting new, folks! The votes are in, and you lovely librarians chose FOUR Macmillan titles for the April 2019 LibraryReads list! THE GIRL HE USED TO KNOW by Tracey Garvis Graves An April 2019 Indie Next Pick!“Careful to balance the emotional and intellectual power between Annika and Jonathan, Graves creates a believable love affair in […]
Tag: debut
Two Starred Reviews for LANNY and CAPE MAY
A Henry James read-alike and a spicy debut both received two starred reviews! LANNY by Max Porter Movie adaptation starring Rachel Weisz coming soon! “In his bold second novel, Porter (GRIEF IS THE THING WITH FEATHERS) combines pastoral, satire, and fable in the entrancing tale of a boy who vanishes from an idyllic British village […]
#PubDay (3/5/19)
A short story collection, a city missing its resident superhero, a March Indie Next pick, and a stunning exploration of the human condition…welcome to #pubday! INSTRUCTIONS FOR A FUNERAL: Stories by David Means Three starred reviews! “With his debut novel, HYSTOPIA (2016), Means proved he is a gifted long-form storyteller. But his follow-up, his fifth […]
Four Stars for RED, WHITE & ROYAL BLUE
Everyone is falling in love with debut M/M rom-com RED, WHITE & ROYAL BLUE by Casey McQuiston! Just check out these FOUR starred reviews: “With a diverse cast of characters, quick-witted dialog, and a complicated relationship between two young people with the eyes of the world watching their every move, McQuiston’s debut is an irresistible, […]
For Your Consideration: May 2019 LibraryReads Titles
Download, read, and vote for your favorite May 2019 titles for the May 2019 LibraryReads list! Votes due April 1! LIGHT FROM OTHER STARS by Erika Swyler Author of June 2015 LibraryReads pick THE BOOK OF SPECULATIONThree starred reviews! A Library Journal Spring/Summer 2019 Top Pick “Swyler’s beautiful story, told in eloquent prose, induces shivers […]
2018 Bram Stoker Awards Final Ballot
The Horror Writers Association has announced the final ballot for the 2018 Bram Stoker Awards, and Macmillan has two titles in the running! Superior Achievement in a NovelGLIMPSE by Jonathan Maberry Superior Achievement in a First NovelBABY TEETH by Zoje Stage Winners will be announced May 11, 2019. […]
Library Journal’s Best Winter/Spring 2019 Debut Novels
Library Journal rounded up the Winter/Spring Debuts you need on your shelves, and boy, do they have great taste! Here are the Macmillan titles you should keep an eye out for in the coming months: Literary FictionMAKE ME A CITY by Jonathan Carr CAPE MAY by Chip Cheek (2 starred reviews!) Here From AfarMIRACLE CREEK […]
Teen Talk (2/25/2019 Edition)
Hello, YA librarians! Check out our latest & greatest YA titles from the past two months, then join us on Twitter today at 2:30pm EST for Early Word YA Galley Chat (hashtag: #ewgcya) and tell us what you’ve been reading & loving! ENCHANTÉE by Gita Trelease9781250295521Ages 12 to 18Also available in audioLove. Magic. Revolution. It’s CARAVAL in the world of Marie Antoinette! ENCHANTÉE is […]
Day’s YA – YOU’D BE MINE
Happy Friday, YA pals! It might be cold and dreary outside, but this sweet and summery romance is sure to brighten your day! YOU’D BE MINE by Erin Hahn9781250192882Ages 14 to 18Available April 2, 2019 from Wednesday Books Clay is a bad boy rockstar. Annie is country music royalty. Will they survive the summer together? […]
Spring 2019 YA Romance Roundup
Valentine’s Day might be over, but it’s always a good day for a little romance! Check out these sweet & steamy YA / NA romances coming from Wednesday Books and Flatiron Books this spring! And keep an eye out for the green download button! If you’re not whitelisted (pre-approved) on Edelweiss for our e-galleys, you […]