Editorial content for The Miseducation of Cameron Post
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In 2012, as gay marriage gains acceptance and legality in more and more states, as gay relationships are portrayed positively in national media, it's easy to forget that, in many parts of the country, coming to terms with one's sexual identity can be fraught with questions, fear, and even danger. The powerful "It Gets Better" campaign launched by gay and lesbian celebrities and activists is an important reminder that, for many young people, coming of age as a gay teenager is anything but a cause for celebration. Read More
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When Cameron Post’s parents die suddenly in a car crash, her shocking first thought is relief --- that they’ll never know that, hours earlier, she had been kissing a girl. But that relief doesn’t last, when she is forced to live with her ultra-conservative aunt Ruth and a whole new slew of challenges.
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When Cameron Post’s parents die suddenly in a car crash, her shocking first thought is relief --- that they’ll never know that, hours earlier, she had been kissing a girl. But that relief doesn’t last, when she is forced to live with her ultra-conservative aunt Ruth and a whole new slew of challenges.
About the Book
When Cameron Post’s parents die suddenly in a car crash, her shocking first thought is relief. Relief they’ll never know that, hours earlier, she had been kissing a girl.
But that relief doesn’t last, and Cam is soon forced to move in with her conservative aunt Ruth and her well-intentioned but hopelessly old-fashioned grandmother. She knows that from this point on, her life will forever be different. Survival in Miles City, Montana, means blending in and leaving well enough alone (as her grandmother might say), and Cam becomes an expert at both.
Then Coley Taylor moves to town. Beautiful, pickup-driving Coley is a perfect cowgirl with the perfect boyfriend to match. She and Cam forge an unexpected and intense friendship --- one that seems to leave room for something more to emerge. But just as that starts to seem like a real possibility, ultrareligious Aunt Ruth takes drastic action to “fix” her niece, bringing Cam face-to-face with the cost of denying her true self --- even if she’s not exactly sure who that is.
THE MISEDUCATION OF CAMERON POST is a stunning and unforgettable literary debut about discovering who you are and finding the courage to live life according to your own rules.
Editorial content for The Children and the Wolves
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Adam Rapp's THE CHILDREN AND THE WOLVES is not necessarily the kind of book you want to cuddle up with over a steaming mug of hot chocolate. In fact, some scenes might cause readers to lose their appetites entirely. There is absolutely nothing cozy or comfortable about this book. Read More
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Three teenagers --- Bounce, a sharp, well-to-do girl, and two struggling boys named Wiggins and Orange --- are holding a four-year-old girl hostage in Orange's basement. But as the stakes grow higher and the guilt and tension mount, Wiggins starts to have doubts about their plan.
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Three teenagers --- Bounce, a sharp, well-to-do girl, and two struggling boys named Wiggins and Orange --- are holding a four-year-old girl hostage in Orange's basement. But as the stakes grow higher and the guilt and tension mount, Wiggins starts to have doubts about their plan.
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Editorial Content for The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight
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17-year-old Hadley would like to be anywhere but on a plane to England to attend her father's second marriage to a woman she's never met. She hasn't seen him in nearly two years, and she still hasn't forgiven him for falling in love while working a temporary job at Oxford, leaving her mom and changing their lives forever. That's all she can think about as she waits in the airport lounge, frustrated and relieved that she missed her flight and will have to wait for another one. It's all she can think about --- until she meets Oliver. Read More
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17-year-old Hadley is stuck at JFK, late to her father's second wedding to a woman that Hadley's never even met. Then she meets the perfect boy in the airport's cramped waiting area. His name is Oliver, he's British, and he's in seat 18C. Hadley's in 18A.
About the Book
Today should be one of the worst days of 17-year-old Hadley Sullivan's life. She's stuck at JFK, late to her father's second wedding, which is taking place in London and involves a soon to be step-mother that Hadley's never even met. Then she meets the perfect boy in the airport's cramped waiting area. His name is Oliver, he's British, and he's in seat 18C. Hadley's in 18A.
Twists of fate and quirks of timing play out in this thoughtful novel about family connections, second chances and first loves. Set over a 24-hour-period, Hadley and Oliver's story will make you believe that true love finds you when you're least expecting it.
Editorial Content for Lie
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“Everybody knows, nobody’s talking.” Skylar and her best friend, Lisa Marie, repeat this saying after the police question them about the Hispanic male who was beaten on Saturday night. Skylar’s boyfriend, Jimmy, is in jail along with his best friend, Sean. The victim had a brother who identified the two boys. He had also identified Skylar’s car, but she is saying there are lots of red Mustangs, and she was nowhere near where the beating took place. Read More
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Skylar Thompson is being questioned by the police. Her boyfriend, Jimmy, stands accused of brutally assaulting two young El Salvadoran immigrants from a neighboring town, and she’s the prime witness. Skylar is keeping quiet about what she’s seen, but how long can she keep it up?
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Skylar Thompson is being questioned by the police. Her boyfriend, Jimmy, stands accused of brutally assaulting two young El Salvadoran immigrants from a neighboring town, and she’s the prime witness. Skylar is keeping quiet about what she’s seen, but how long can she keep it up?
About the Book
Everybody knows, nobody’s talking....
Seventeen-year-old Skylar Thompson is being questioned by the police. Her boyfriend, Jimmy, stands accused of brutally assaulting two young El Salvadoran immigrants from a neighboring town, and she’s the prime witness. Skylar is keeping quiet about what she’s seen, but how long can she keep it up?
But Jimmy was her savior....
When her mother died, he was the only person who made her feel safe, protected from the world. But when she begins to appreciate the enormity of what has happened, especially when Carlos Cortez, one of the victims, steps up to demand justice, she starts to have second thoughts about protecting Jimmy. Jimmy’s accomplice, Sean, is facing his own moral quandary. He’s out on bail and has been offered a plea in exchange for testifying against Jimmy.
The truth must be told....
Sean must decide whether or not to turn on his friend in order to save himself. But most important, both he and Skylar need to figure out why they would follow someone like Jimmy in the first place.
Editorial Content for The Edumacation of Jay Baker
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Like most high school freshman, Jay Baker is sarcastic, hormone-driven, and full of teenage angst. He’s semi in love with his best friend, Cameo “Appearance” Parnell (talk to her parents about her name). He is constantly tormented by his nemesis, Mike Hibbard, often for no apparent reason. Jay also likes to trade barbs with his favorite teacher, Ms. Lambert, and he’s just not sure what to make of the new girl, Caroline “the-tennis-player” Richardson. Read More
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Live vicariously through Jay as he faces off against his mortal enemy, gets awkward around his dream girl(s), loses his marbles in a Bermudian love triangle, watches his parents’ relationship implode, and, finally, learns to get real and be himself(ish).
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Live vicariously through Jay as he faces off against his mortal enemy, gets awkward around his dream girl(s), loses his marbles in a Bermudian love triangle, watches his parents’ relationship implode, and, finally, learns to get real and be himself(ish).
