Such a wonderful launch of SONA AND THE GOLDEN BEASTS at The Silver Unicorn Bookstore!! What a fantastic evening we had! I was grateful to see so many people despite the soggy weather. I did my first-ever presentation about SONA and answered so many thoughtful questions from Casey Robinson and … [Read more...]
The Trailer for SONA AND THE GOLDEN BEASTS!!
I'm OVERJOYED to share the dazzling trailer for SONA AND THE GOLDEN BEASTS! The trailer was created by amazing Dan Haring and the incredible cover art is by Nidhi Naroth. SONA AND THE GOLDEN BEASTS releases in one week on March 5, 2024, and is available for preorder today! Please join me at … [Read more...]
Finished Copies of SONA AND THE GOLDEN BEASTS!
A delivery came today from Quill Tree Books/HarperCollins — finished copies of SONA AND THE GOLDEN BEASTS!! It’s so amazing to hold the finished book in my hands, and it is GORGEOUS!! I’m so excited for readers to get their hands on my first fantasy adventure. While there’s plenty of action and … [Read more...]
Another STAR for SONA AND THE GOLDEN BEASTS!
I'm utterly thrilled that Sona and the Golden Beasts has received a second starred review—this one from Booklist! The complete review will be published soon, but in the meantime I'm reveling in the conclusion that the story is "a meaningful and magical exploration of tough topics through a memorable … [Read more...]
A STAR for SONA AND THE GOLDEN BEASTS!
The first trade review for SONA AND THE GOLDEN BEASTS is in, and it's a STARRED REVIEW from Kirkus Reviews! I'm so thrilled about this stellar news—the full review is amazing! My middle grade fantasy with magic, myths, colonization, creatures, family, friendship, love, and betrayal releases 3/5/24 … [Read more...]
SONA AND THE GOLDEN BEASTS is a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection!
I'm absolutely elated that SONA AND THE GOLDEN BEASTS is a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection! This means that many more classrooms, libraries, and readers will have access to it. My next MG novel is set in an Indian-inspired fantasy world with dangerous magic, mythical beasts, love, … [Read more...]
An Incredible NCTE 2023!
I went to Columbus, OH for 3 days, 3 signings, 8 panels, and uncountable chances to connect with educators and author friends! I got to hang out near the big poster of SONA AND THE GOLDEN BEASTS! My next MG, a fantasy, releases March 5, 2024! I got to stand next to a life-size Mrs. Z! ROHAN … [Read more...]
The Cover Reveal for SONA AND THE GOLDEN BEASTS!
I am absolutely elated to revel the GORGEOUS cover of my forthcoming middle grade fantasy, SONA AND THE GOLDEN BEASTS, which will release from Quill Tree Books / HarperCollins on March 12, 2024! Set in an Indian-inspired fantasy world, the story involves animals and adventure, music and magic, … [Read more...]