“A lyrical and sweet coming-of-age story. … Wolf creates an emotional tone that beckons to readers, inviting them to reflect on their own mortality and place in the world.” —Kirkus Reviews Meet Ryan Wolf—the talented author behind captivating novels for YA and middle grade readers, including the fun and quirky Creepy Critter Keepers chapter book series….
“Highly accessible for developing readers at a middle school interest level.” —School Library Journal Ann Malaspina is an award-winning author of books for young readers, with a passion for exploring themes of social justice and civil rights. She holds an M.F.A. in Writing for Children and Young Adults from Vermont College of Fine Arts. When…
Everyone has a story. When I became the editorial director of West 44, I set out to find talented authors with authentic, compelling stories—and I wasn’t disappointed. Each time a pitch hits my inbox, I get a little thrill. This kernel of an idea could grow into a novel, one that could change the life…
2-Part Author Talk Series Thursday, November 3, 2022 @ 4:00 p.m. ET | Tuesday, December 6, 2022 @ 4:00 p.m. ET Every attendee receives a FREE copy of Justice Register Now! Talk With an Author, Part 1: Kymbali Craig On Thursday, November 3, at 4:00 p.m. ET, educator, artist, poet, performer, and author of Justice Kymbali Craig will…
Most writers and designers appreciate when a word or phrase has a double meaning, and getting that meaning into book cover art can help attract a casual browser’s attention among crowded library shelves. Annette Daniels Taylor’s newest verse novel, Shoot the Storm, is intense and explores the dual meaning of the word “shoot” in the…
Get a sneak peek of The Same Beat, a new YA novel from West 44 Books that will be available February 1, just in time for Valentine’s Day. One of six new YA, hi-lo titles for spring, the verse novel follows Teegan, a teen a bit adrift in thinking about her future plans after high…