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M AY – AUG U ST 2018
THIS I KNOW Eldonna Edwards
From an astonishing and unique new voice, a story about a small Midwestern town at the close of the 1960s, a preacher’s daughter with an uncanny ability, and the beauty of embracing the unknowable…
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Eleven-year-old Grace Carter has a talent for hiding things. She’s had plenty of practice, burying thoughts and feelings that might anger her strict Evangelical pastor father, and concealing the deep intuition she carries inside. The Knowing, as Grace calls it, offers glimpses of people’s pasts and futures. It enables her to see into the depth of her mother’s sadness, and even allows Grace to talk to Isaac, her twin brother who died at birth. To her wise, loving Aunt Pearl, the Knowing is a family gift; to her daddy, it’s close to witchcraft.
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Grace can’t see into someone’s thoughts without their permission. But it doesn’t take her special talent to know that her small community is harboring its share of secrets. A young girl has gone missing. Within Grace’s own family too, the cracks are widening, as her sisters Hope, Joy, and Chastity enjoy the normal life that eludes Grace. It’s Grace’s kinship with other outsiders that keeps her afloat—Lyle, a gentle, homeless man, and Lola, a free-spirited new girl at school. But when her mother lapses into deep depression after bringing home a new baby, Grace will face a life-changing choice—ignore her gift and become the obedient daughter her father demands, or find the courage to make herself heard, even it means standing apart… Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1286-8 U.S./Canadian Price: $25.00/$27.95 Rights: World Pages: 304 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 1 Pack: 32 Author’s Residence: Avila Beach, CA eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1288-2
Praise for Eldonna Edwards and This I Know “Simply magical writing. Eldonna Edwards is a true storyteller. She tossed me straight into her book and there I stayed until the last word on the last page.”
—Bestselling author Cathy Lamb
“In this outstanding debut, Eldonna Edwards has created an enchanting, loveable narrator by the name of Grace Carter, who shares all she sees about her world and beyond. Rendered in a voice at once singular and exquisite and with an old soul sense of wisdom, I was captivated by this story of a girl and her unique gift, her love of family, the pain of loss, the sting of indifference, and the simple joy of acceptance, but most of all by Grace, and her purity of heart.”
—Donna Everhart, author of The Education of Dixie Dupree
“Eldonna Edwards has crafted a compelling allegorical tale about the fear of otherness in this coming-of-age tale. Readers of all ages will find an unlikely hero in 11-year-old Grace Marie Carter— who was born with a type of clairvoyance she calls the “Knowing”—as she bravely forges her own path in a world that is constantly trying to silence her voice.”
—Amy Impellizzeri, author of The Truth About Thea
• Eldonna Edwards’ fiction debut is a sixties-set, small-town, coming-of-age novel in the vein of Susan Crandall’s Whistling Past the Graveyard, Lesley Kagen’s Whistling in the Dark and Beth Hoffmann’s Saving CeeCee Honeycutt. A bit like Fannie Flagg with a touch of magic; the sense of place and era are beautifully conjured but never coy. • Eldonna’s upbringing as the daughter of a Southern Baptist preacher in a large Midwestern family definitely informs the narrative of This I Know, but the more metaphysical aspects were influenced by her two decades as a bodyworker. • The underlying message of This I Know is that in seeking knowledge we must finally come to embrace the unknowable, or put simply, that faith is merely the embodiment of wonder. • Edwards attends speaking events around the country. Her warm, engaging personality and uplifting style consistently win over the hearts and minds of participants. • Eldonna was the subject of the award-winning documentary Perfect Strangers, which followed her choice to donate a kidney to an anonymous person in need, which aired on PBS.
• Advance reading copies • Print, online, and podcast advertising • Social media advertising and promotion • Targeted regional independent bookstore marketing (SCIBA, MIBA, GLIBA) • Book club marketing and outreach • Early buzz campaign with pre-pub advertising • Select events in California and Michigan • Early reader and consumer reviewer promotions via Goodreads, NetGalley, etc. • Standalone sales kit • Books on the Subway partnership and NYC Subway book drops • Featured in “Books for Mom” Mother’s Day promotion • Library marketing and mailings • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and interview coverage • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Summer reads promotions • Reading group guide • Special interest groups outreach for partnerships (May is Postpartum Depression Awareness Month, Progressive churches, Empath groups, and more)
Eldonna Edwards is the subject of the award-winning documentary Perfect Strangers and author of the memoir Lost in Transplantation, both of which follow her choice to donate a kidney to an anonymous person in need. Her debut novel, This I Know, won the Lillian Dean Award for fiction based on its opening chapters. Also a veteran massage therapist and former journaling instructor, Eldonna is a born storyteller who “cut her teeth” on the back of Southern Baptist pews in her provincial Midwest hometown where her father was a preacher. The voice in this novel comes straight from the heart. Eldonna currently lives on the central California coast with her long-time partner. Visit Eldonna Edwards online at EldonnaEdwards.com.
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THE NEIGHBOR Joseph Souza
In a taut psychological thriller filled with breathtaking twists, Joseph Souza explores the tangle of betrayal and deception between two neighboring couples, and asks how well we can really know others—or ourselves.
It all seems so promising at the start…
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When Leah and her husband, Clay, move from Seattle to Maine, she envisions a vibrant new neighborhood packed with families—playmates for her twins, new friends she can confide in and bond with. But while Clay works long hours to establish his brewery, Leah is left alone each day in a nearly deserted housing development where the only other occupants are aloof and standoffish.
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Bored and adrift, Leah finds herself watching Clarissa and Russell Gaines next door, envying their stylishly decorated home and their university careers. But Leah’s obsession with the intriguing, elegant Clarissa grows until she’s not just spying from afar but sneaking into their house, taking small objects…reading Clarissa’s diary. It contains clues to a hidden turmoil Leah never guessed at—and a connection to a local college girl who’s disappeared.
Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1620-0 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: World Pages: 304 Trim Size: 6 x 9 Spine Size: 1 Pack: 24 Author’s Residence: South Portland, ME eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1622-4
The more Leah learns about Clarissa, the more questions emerge. Because behind every neighbor’s door there are secrets that could shatter lives forever…
Advanced Praise for The Neighbor “The Neighbor is like watching a chain-reaction car wreck happening in slow motion. Scary and disturbing with dark psychological twists and turns, it horrifies while it fascinates. I couldn’t turn away!”
—Lisa Jackson, # 1 New York Times bestselling author
Before launching his writing career, Joseph Souza worked as an intelligence analyst for the Drug Enforcement Agency (Organized Crime Unit) in Washington, D.C. His short fiction and essays have been published in literary journals throughout the country and he is the recipient of the Maine Literary Award for Speculative Fiction, the Andre Dubas Award for Short Fiction and the Crimebake Award. He lives in Portland, Maine, with his wife and two children. Visit him online at JosephSouza.net.
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• Souza’s psychological thriller distinguishes itself with a fresh, highly pitchable take on the genre and high-concept hooks. The Neighbor is a riff on marriage and race relations, and the way in which ‘keeping up with the Joneses’ has morphed into avarice, greed, and an insatiable need to be loved. • Providing a window into marital dysfunction, The Neighbor speaks to the mysterious dynamics between men and women, and how couples swim upstream against the powerful forces beyond their control. • Joseph Souza worked on the South Boston docks during Whitey Bulger’s criminal reign and once worked in the Organized Crime division of the DEA. • Souza’s short fiction and essays have been published in prestigious literary journals. He has been awarded the Maine Literary Award for Speculative Fiction, the Andre Dubas Award for Short Fiction and the Crimebake Award. He’s also an Al Blanchard Award finalist. • Joseph Souza’s debut will appeal to fans of dark psychological thrillers. It will appeal to readers of The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware, The Couple Next Door by Shari Lapena, I Let You Go by Clare MacIntosh and What She Knew by Gilly Macmillan. It will also appeal to fans of Charlie Donlea’s Summit Lake and The Girl Who Was Taken.
• Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Podcast sponsorship campaign • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Select author events • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Blog tour and targeted blogger outreach • Feature in Kensington’s Fresh Voices marketing campaign • Books on the Subway partnership and giveaways • YPG mailing • Pre-order promotion • Book club outreach and targeted marketing
DEAD ON ARRIVAL Kiki Swinson
Kiki Swinson’s “tension-packed” (Library Journal) and “unrelenting” (Publishers Weekly) bestselling novels deliver startling twists, unforgettable characters— and a stark, unforgettable portrait of life in the South. Now she detonates an explosive tale about a couple who can’t get enough—and a risk that will exact a merciless price…
NOBODY WILL GET HURT Dawn and Reese Spencer just can’t get ahead. Between her desperate desire to start a family and his gambling debts, they barely stay afloat, even with well-paying Norfolk International port jobs. But their calculating co-worker has the perfect plan: help him smuggle containers of precious, illegal—human—cargo past U.S. Customs. NOBODY WILL KNOW
Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1276-9 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: World Pages: 304 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 1 Pack: 36 Author’s Residence: Virginia Beach, VA eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1279-0 SALES HISTORY Dafina Hardcover The Mark 2/17 (978-1-61773-970-5) The Score 2/16 (978-1-61773-968-2)
NOBODY WILL LIVE TO TELL Until several immigrants turn up dead on arrival, and Reese has bet more than he can ever repay. Now the Feds and cold-blooded loan sharks are closing in…as the real brains behind the operation start killing off loose ends. And between love, lies, and revenge, it’s every betrayer for themselves—no matter how lethal the cost. Praise for Kiki Swinson “A well-crafted plot. Pitch-perfect dialogue, juicy sexual trysts, cold-blooded betrayal, and ruthless violence mark this suspenseful fast-moving tale that is topped off by a shocking epilogue.”
—Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW, on The Score
“Treachery, betrayal and revenge add to the twists and turns…Loved it!”
—RT Book Reviews on The Score “Reads like a block-buster movie.”
—AAMBC Reviews on The Score “Street-lit star Swinson continues her Score series…The suspense never stops in this edgy, violent thriller. Readers will be riveted and ready for more.”
—Booklist on The Mark
Kiki Swinson is the national bestselling author of over 30 novels and short stories. A star of the street lit genre—crime novels in an urban setting—Swinson’s works feature resilient women making tough, and sometimes not quite legal, decisions to survive. Her novels, inspired by her experiences and a five-year stint in federal prison, have sold over 1 million copies. She completed her first novel while incarcerated and her second novel, Wifey, became the first book in one of today’s best-selling street lit series. A native of Portsmouth, Virginia, and a former hustler’s wife, Swinson resides in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Visit her online at KikiSwinson.net.
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• Kiki is taking on human trafficking, who profits from it, and who is victimized. • We’ve had great success reissuing Kiki Swinson’s previously published titles in mass market and pairing her in anthologies with other top urban authors, but now she is back with an original story that we will be publishing in hardcover. • This book will appeal to her core readership of urban lit fans who read Ashley & JaQuavis and Wahida Clark, but also will have a broader appeal to suspense and thriller readers. • Kiki Swinson is one of the stars of the “urban lit” market, known for delivering drama-filled, sexy and gritty urban dramas.
• Advance reading copies • National print and online advertising • Outreach to crime/suspense fans in addition to readers of street lit • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images
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For Dawn, risking the innocent lives of undocumented immigrants is unthinkable. But Reese persuades her that no one will get hurt. And once things proceed without a hitch and a fortune starts rolling in, the Spencers are sure their dreams are about to come true…
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HIDE AND SNEAK A Savannah Reid Mystery G.A. McKevett
As one of nine siblings raised in the Deep South, plus-sized P.I. Savannah Reid has experienced her share of family drama. But shotgun weddings and snooty in-laws don’t worry her nearly as much as a search for a missing mother and child—especially when it leads to murder…
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Savannah and her husband have settled back in San Carmelita, California, and life is slowly returning to normal—if “normal” means babysitting newlyweds Tammy and Waycross’s incredibly fussy infant daughter. But soothing a squalling baby is kid’s stuff compared to the Midnight Magnolia Detective Agency’s latest case. Handsome up-and-coming actor Ethan Malloy has enlisted the help of Savannah and Co. in a desperate attempt to track down his missing wife and toddler, not long before the beloved family nanny gets murdered.
Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-0086-5 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: World Pages: 304 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 1 Pack: 36 Author’s Residence: Glen Cove, NY eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-0087-2 SALES HISTORY Kensington Hardcover Every Body on Deck 5/17 (978-1-4967-0082-7) Killer Reunion 4/16 (978-1-4967-0078-0) Killer Gourmet 4/15 (978-0-7582-7657-5)
With the police involved and paparazzi swarming at every turn, the discreet search becomes a sensationalized homicide investigation, leaving Savannah rushing to apprehend the killer and save the missing child. Famous heartthrobs can attract the wrong kind of attention, and some snooping into the complicated private lives of Ethan and his wife tells Savannah that she’s in for a deadly chase. As Savannah dismantles bombshell after bombshell while balancing delicate family matters of her own, she soon finds herself closing in on a terrifying culprit—one who’s willing to do anything for a moment in the spotlight…
Praise for G.A. McKevett and the Savannah Reid Mystery Series “Series fans will gobble this up.”
—Publishers Weekly on Killer Reunion “The mystery is intriguing.”
—Booklist on Killer Physique “A wonderful edition to the series.”
—Suspense Magazine on Buried in Buttercream “Superb.”
—Publishers Weekly, Starred Review, on A Decadent Way to Die G.A. McKevett is the author of the acclaimed Savannah Reid Mystery series. Also writing under the name Sonja Massie, she has authored over 60 books ranging from cozy mysteries, to historical romances, to nonfiction works on the history of Ireland. Her earthy humor and fast-paced plots delight her fans, while critics applaud her offbeat characterizations and incisive observations on human nature. Irish by ancestry, she has lived in Toronto, Ireland, and Los Angeles, but now resides in New York. Readers can visit her online at SonjaMassie.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS •H ide and Sneak is the 23rd Savannah Reid Mystery and the series is stronger than ever!
•M cKevett’s cozies appeal to lovers of food mysteries by such
authors as Diane Mott Davidson (Morrow) and Joanne Fluke (Kensington).
•G .A. McKevett is a member of Mystery Writers of America. She formerly wrote romance under the name Sonja Massie.
• T he Savannah Reid Mysteries do well with subrights. In addition
to audio, large print rights for all of the recent Savannah Reid mysteries have sold to Thorndike, and several books in the series have been selections of the Mystery Guild.
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MARKETING PLANS • Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Early reviewer promotions through Goodreads and NetGalley • Email marketing and features in Killer Cozies eNewsletters • Social media advertising, promotions and giveaways
ANTIQUES WANTED A Trash ‘n’ Treasures Mystery Barbara Allan
The award-winning, laugh-out-loud adventures of antique dealers Brandy Borne and her drama-queen mom, Vivian, have made Trash ‘n’ Treasures “one of the funniest cozy series going” (Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine). In the latest installment, Vivian hatches a madcap plan to run for County Sheriff and ropes Brandy into being her campaign manager. Small town politics can be cutthroat, but after a massive explosion at the local retirement home puts Brandy in the ER, could murder be on the ballot?
Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1137-3 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: World Pages: 256 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 7/8 Pack: 40 Authors’ Residences: Muscatine, IA eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1139-7 SALES HISTORY Kensington Hardcover Antiques Frame 5/17 (978-0-7582-9312-1) Antiques Fate 5/16 (978-0-7582-9308-4 ) Antiques Swap 5/15 (978-0-7582-9304-6)
Shortly after the Borne gals receive a valuable signed photo of an old-timey cowboy actor from the elderly aunt of Vivian’s political opponent, a massive explosion sends Brandy to the ER and auntie to the grave. With a string of unexplained deaths turning Sunny Meadow into Boot Hill, the ditzy duo—aided by their clever Shih Tzu, Sushi—must lay down the law on a deadly outlaw…before someone’s elected the next victim, with the Bornes headin’ toward their last round-up!
Praise for Barbara Allan’s Trash ‘n’ Treasures Mysteries “The amusingly ditzy duo manages to solve yet another case.”
—Kirkus Reviews on Antiques Frame “Well-drawn characters…fun to read.”
—Booklist on Antiques Fate
“The characters shine with brassy humor…series fans will applaud.”
—Publishers Weekly on Antiques Chop
“Scenes of Midwestern small-town life, informative tidbits about the antiques business, and clever dialog make this essential for those who like unusual amateur sleuths.”
—Library Journal on Antiques Knock-Off
“If you delight in the absurd and enjoy manic humor, you’ll treasure the Trash ‘n’ Treasures mysteries.”
—Mystery Scene on Antiques Bizarre
Barbara Allan is the joint pseudonym of acclaimed writer Barbara Collins and New York Times bestselling novelist Max Allan Collins. This husband and wife writing team are best known for the acclaimed Trash ‘n’ Treasures Mystery series, which was awarded the RT Book Award for Most Humorous Mystery. They live in Iowa in a house filled with trash and treasures. Learn more about them at BarbaraAllan.com and MaxAllanCollins.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Antiques Wanted is the 12th installment in the highly praised and long running Trash ‘n’ Treasures Mystery series. • Complex relationships between characters dealing with very real-life issues set Allan’s novels apart from others in the cozy genre, while the hilarious antics of Brandy, her bipolar mom, and her sleuthing Shih Tzu, Sushi, keep the tone light and fun. • Includes tips on white elephant sales! • Max Allan Collins, half of the Barbara Allan writing team, is the New York Times bestselling author of Road to Perdition, which was adapted into the 2002 film starring Tom Hanks, as well as the popular Quarry novels, which were the basis of the critically acclaimed Cinemax television series. Mystery Writers of America named him the 2017 Grand Master.
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Spring lassoes small-town Serenity, as Brandy Borne’s crime-bustin’ mama Vivian hatches a harebrained scheme to run for County Sheriff—ropin’ in her daughter to join the rodeo as campaign manager. As the two-woman posse tracks down voters at a local assisted-living home, Brandy’s attempts at corralling Mother’s impractical whims make her feel like a tinhorn on a bucking bronco. But sure as shootin’, unhappy trails lie ahead…
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BETWEEN EARTH AND SKY Amanda Skenandore
In Amanda Skenandore’s provocative and profoundly moving debut, set in the tragic intersection between white and Native American culture, a young girl learns about friendship, betrayal, and the sacrifices made in the name of belonging.
On a quiet Philadelphia morning in 1906, a newspaper headline catapults Alma Mitchell back to her past. A federal agent is dead, and the murder suspect is Alma’s childhood friend, Harry Muskrat. Harry—or Asku, as Alma knew him—was the most promising student at the “savage-taming” boarding school run by her father, where Alma was the only white pupil. Created in the wake of the Indian Wars, the Stover School was intended to assimilate the children of neighboring reservations. Instead, it robbed them of everything they’d known—language, customs, even their names—and left a heartbreaking legacy in its wake.
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The bright, courageous boy Alma knew could never have murdered anyone. But she barely recognizes the man Asku has become, cold and embittered at being an outcast in the white world and a ghost in his own. Her lawyer husband, Stewart, reluctantly agrees to help defend Asku for Alma’s sake. To do so, Alma must revisit the painful secrets she has kept hidden from everyone—especially Stewart.
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Told in compelling narratives that alternate between Alma’s childhood and her present life, Between Earth and Sky is a haunting and complex story of love and loss, as a quest for justice becomes a journey toward understanding and, ultimately, atonement. Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1366-7 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: World Pages: 304 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 3/4 Pack: 40 Author’s Residence: Las Vegas, NV eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1367-4
Advanced Praise for Between Earth and Sky “A masterfully written novel about the heart-wrenching clash of two American cultures…a fresh and astonishing debut.”
—V.S. Alexander, author of The Magdalen Girls and The Taster
“Gripping and beautifully written, Between Earth and Sky tugs at the heart with its dynamic heroine and unique cast of characters. Though this novel brings alive two historical American eras and settings, the story is achingly modern, universal and important.”
—Karen Harper, New York Times bestselling author of The It Girls
Amanda Skenandore is a historical fiction writer and registered nurse. In writing Between Earth and Sky, she has drawn on the experiences of a close relative, a member of the Ojibwe Tribe, who survived an Indian boarding school in the 1950s. Between Earth and Sky is Amanda’s first novel. Visit her online at amandaskenandore.com
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• Between Earth and Sky will appeal to fans of historical fiction, as well as fans of women’s fiction. It will also appeal to fans of Ellen Marie Wiseman (Kensington). • This novel touches upon the hope and devastation wrought by the Indian boarding schools of the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. At its core, however, it speaks to more universal themes—love and friendship, cultural identity and belonging, and harm grown of good intentions. • The marginalization of Native Peoples continues to be a relevant and important topic, as evidenced by the recent protests at Standing Rock. The loss of native languages, the protests over sports teams’ names and mascots, issues surrounding blood quantums and adoption of Native American children are all current issues tied to this novel. In 2015, Pope Francis issued an apology for the “grave sins” of colonization, though many Native Peoples wished for an explicit apology for the many Catholic boarding schools operated on reservations. • Author drew on the experiences of a close relative, a member of the Ojibwe Tribe, when writing this book. • Amanda Skenandore is a registered nurse.
• Advance reading copies • Print, online, and podcast advertising campaign • Author events in Las Vegas, Phoenix, and Denver • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Feature in Kensington’s Fresh Voices marketing campaign • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Outreach to special interest groups • Email marketing and eNewsletter promotions • Early reader and consumer reviewer promotions via Goodreads, NetGalley, etc. • Books on the Subway partnership and NYC subway book drops • Targeted publicity outreach in Canada • Regional indie bookstore marketing (MIBA, MPIBA) • Pre–order campaign starting in November for Native American History Month
PART OF THE SILENCE Debbie Howells
Now available in paperback! From the international bestselling author of The Bones of You comes a haunting and heartbreaking new psychological thriller about the distorted nature of reality, the unreliability of memory, and the enduring power of a mother’s love.
A blighted memory. A child who seems never to have existed. A watcher in the shadows. When they find Evie Sherman, battered and left for dead in a maize field, the young woman has no recollection of who she is. After three days in a hospital bed, the fog in her head begins to lift, and she remembers two names: her own, and that of her three-year-old daughter, Angel. Evie is convinced that Angel is in grave danger, but the police can find no evidence of the girl’s existence. It’s clear that Evie is having some kind of mental breakdown—or is it? Even in the depths of her amnesiac darkness, Evie knows her daughter’s voice, her chameleon eyes, every precious hair on her head. So how can she be losing her mind?
SALES HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback The Beauty of the End 6/17 (978-1-4967-1295-0) PUBLISHING HISTORY Kensington Hardcover 7/17 (978-1-4967-0691-1)
Praise for the novels of Debbie Howells “A disorienting, suspenseful thriller…the novel’s small, intimate scale amplifies its tension, as does Howell’s use of her ensenble. Each character’s perspective—especially their impressions of one another—adds to the suspense…[Howells] is an agile writer with a good sense for realism…a breathless thriller.”
—ForeWord Reviews on Part of the Silence
“Satisfyingly taut and twisty, with a smart premise and an intriguing protagonist.”
—The Daily Mail on The Beauty of the End
“This mesmerizing mystery will rivet fans of thrillers like The Girl on the Train.”
—InTouch Magazine on The Beauty of the End
“In her skillfully plotted debut…Howells leads us down a winding path to the truth, where each character reveals just enough of his or her secrets to drive suspense skyward and keep readers from guessing who was really responsible.”
—Bookpage on The Bones of You
“One of those books that captivates you from the first page, holds tight and never lets go. I savored every word, character and psychological twist. Truly brilliant!”
—Lisa Jackson, #1 New York Times bestselling author on The Bones of You
“In British author Howells’ suspenseful and poignant debut…the increasingly tense storytelling and astute observations on mother-daughter relationships will keep readers turning the pages.”
—Publishers Weekly on The Bones of You
“Creepy-delicious…a super-quick read, good domestic suspense with a bit of woo-woo.The English village setting was an extra perk!”
—Liz French, Senior Editor, Library Journal Reviews on The Bones of You
International bestselling novelist Debbie Howells is the author of The Bones of You, her debut thriller, and The Beauty of the End. While in the past she has been a flying instructor, the owner of a flower shop, and a student of psychology, she currently writes full-time. Debbie lives in West Sussex with her family, please visit her online at DebbieHowells.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Psychological thrillers by authors like Paula Hawkins (The Girl on the Train), Liane Moriarty (The Husband’s Secret) and A.S.A. Harrison (The Silent Wife) are in great demand. • Howells’ deft merging of twisted psychology, unreliable narration and lyrical prose makes for compelling reading. • Howells’ debut novel was #4 on the London Sunday Times bestseller list. • German rights to The Bones of You have sold for six figures. • Special advanced marketing strategy for Debbie Howells.
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Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1405-3 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: US & CAN Pages: 304 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 25/32 Pack: 48 Author’s Residence: West Sussex, England eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-0692-8
As Evie’s grasp on reality slips away, she finds herself haunted by the same three-word warning, which she hears over and over: Trust no one. But whom is she being warned against? The police? The doctors and nurses? Or the mysterious figure who’s been watching her, who knows all her secrets, has a hidden agenda—and perhaps their own twisted version of reality…
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READ HERRING HUNT Mystery Bookshop V.M. Burns
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Samantha Washington, owner of Market Street Mysteries Bookstore, aspiring author, and the spunky members of the Sleuthing Senior Book Club sets out to find a killer when baker and local football hero Dawson Alexander is accused of murdering his girlfriend in the second book in V.M. Burns Mystery Bookstore Mysteries series.
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To the town of North Harbor, Michigan, MISU quarterback Dawson Alexander is a local hero. To Samantha Washington, owner of the Market Street Mysteries Bookstore, Dawson is more than a tenant—he’s like an adopted son. But to the police, he is their prime suspect after his ex-girlfriend is found murdered. It’s more than enough real-life drama for Sam to tackle, but her role as a mystery writer also calls. Returning to the English countryside between the wars, she finds Lady Penelope Marsh in quite the quandary. Someone has tried to murder the scandalous American divorcée Wallis Simpson, for whom Edward VIII so recently abdicated his throne. It seems finding a suspect is no small challenge when most of England has a motive… Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1183-0 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: World Pages: 256 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 5/8 Pack: 56 Author’s Residence: Chattanooga, TN eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1184-7 SALES HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback The Plot Is Murder 12/17 (978-1-4967-1181-6)
While Sam’s lawyer sister Jenna rushes in to build Dawson’s defense, Sam and her lively grandmother, Nana Jo, huddle up to solve the mystery and blow the whistle on the real killer. With the tenacious members of the Sleuthing Senior Book Club eager to come off the sidelines, Sam and her team just might stop a killer from completing another deadly play…
Praise for V.M. Burns and The Plot Is Murder “You’ll love this delightful debut mystery with its charming and wacky cast of characters and a mystery within a mystery just to keep things interesting.”
—Victoria Thompson, bestselling author of Murder in Morningside Heights “A great addition to the ranks of cozy mysteries.”
—Laurien Berenson, author of The Melanie Travis Mystery Series “A Charming read—with murder, romance and lots of mouthwatering desserts.”
—Laura Levine, author of Death of a Bachelorette
V. M. Burns was born and raised in South Bend, Indiana. She currently resides in Tennessee with her two poodles, Coco and Cash. Valerie is a member of Mystery Writers of America and a lifetime member of Sisters in Crime. Readers can visit her website at VMBurns.com.
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• This book will appeal to fans of Kate Carlisle’s The Bibliophile Mysteries (Signet), Lorna Barrett’s Booktown Mystery series (Berkley) and Donald Bain’s (Jessica Fletcher) Murder, She Wrote series (Signet). • Readers can solve two murders in each book of the Mystery Bookshop Mystery series: the one that amateur sleuth / author/ bookstore owner Samantha is experiencing as well as the historical mystery novel she’s writing. • The series if perfect for both cozy readers and historical mystery fans. • V. M. Burns is a member of Sisters in Crime and Mystery Writers of America and has a Master of Fine Arts in Writing Popular Fiction.
• Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Author appearances and promotions at select conventions • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Blog tour and ongoing blogger outreach • Email marketing and features via Killer Cozies eNewsletter and HobbyReads.com • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads
MURDER WILL SPEAK Lilly Long Mysteries Penny Richards
This third title in Penny Richards’ Lilly Long Mysteries is set in Fort Worth, Texas during the ‘Wild West’—which is so popular with readers. In this story, Lilly is still learning the ropes of being a Pinkerton Detective from Cade McShane, and the repartee between the two reluctant partners is compelling. What with the setting, Lilly going undercover in a whore house, and Cade watching over her virtue, it makes for a rollicking, fun mystery as the duo try to locate Nora, who has gone missing.
Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-0606-5 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: World Pages: 320 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 25/32 Pack: 56 Author’s Residence: Delight, AR eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-0607-2 SALES HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback Though This Be Madness 5/17 (978-1-4967-0604-1) An Untimely Frost 8/16 (978-1-4967-0602-7)
This time the case is deeply personal. Lilly’s friend, Nora Nash, who traveled to Fort Worth as a mail-order bride, has instead been forced into prostitution. After a desperate call for help, Nora has gone missing. To find her, Lilly must revamp herself as a vamp and expose a seamy underworld of unspeakable secrets where anything goes. But she and Cade soon discover firsthand that lives are cheap in Hell’s Half Acre— including their own…
Praise for An Untimely Frost by Penny Richards “Penny Richards has created a fascinating heroine, a great mystery, and an exceptional play on history. For any lover of history and or mystery, this is must-read new author!”
—New York Times bestselling author, Heather Graham
“A strong heroine and the intriguing Pinkertons make this historical mystery a cozy way to spend a weekend. Lilly Long’s independence and stubborn spirit will immediately endear her to many readers.”
—RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars
Penny Richards has written over 50 well-received books, mostly contemporary romances. She now writes historical mystery and inspirational historical romance. Penny lives in Arkansas.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Penny Richards is a well-known Harlequin author who has written over 50 titles. She has an established fan base and readers enjoy her emotional, compelling and dramatic tales. • The Lilly Long Mysteries will appeal to fans of Darcie Wilde’s Rosalind Thorne Mysteries and Victoria Thompson’s Gaslight Mysteries. • The Lilly Long Mystery series is one of the only historical mystery series set in the Wild West.
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As one of a handful of female operatives employed by legendary crime fighter Allan Pinkerton, Lilly draws on her theatrical training to go undercover in situations inaccessible to male detectives—much to the discomfort of her partner, Cade McShane. Their latest case takes them to the rough and rowdy bordellos that line Hell’s Half Acre in Fort Worth, Texas—truly the Wild West. By virtue of her gender, only Lilly can infiltrate the disreputable dens of iniquity that trade in flesh and cater to vices that would make even a Pinkerton blush.
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SUMMER FRIENDS Holly Chamberlin
One of Holly Chamberlin’s most successful beach novels is beautifully repackaged and republished just in time for summer reading with an attractive cover price of $9.95!
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Summer friends as children, college roommates as young adults–it seemed as if nothing could separate Maggie Weldon, a girl ‘from away’, and native Mainer Delphine Crandall. But radically different life choices and the pull of family obligation did just that and before long, the once best friends had become strangers to one another.
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That is, until one particular summer, twenty years on, Maggie, married, a mother, and a successful financial advisor, announces that she is paying Delphine an extended visit in her hometown of Ogunquit. Delphine is less than enthused about the prospect of spending time with her old friend. For one, what could Delphine, unmarried, with no children, and a decidedly un-glamorous life running the family farm, have in common with someone who usually summers in the south of France? But after an awkward reunion, the women find themselves enjoying each other’s company once again, and long buried memories of good times are revived. Maggie is even able to convince Delphine to take some time away from her family obligations–and from her unsatisfying romantic relationship–and spend a ‘girls only weekend’ in Boston. Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1335-3 U.S./Canadian Price: $9.95/$10.95 Rights: World Pages: 368 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 29/32 Pack: 40 Author’s Residence: Portland, ME eBook ISBN: 978-0-7582-7231-7 SALES HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback The Season of Us 10/17 (978-1-4967-0682-9) Seashell Season 7/16 (978-1-4967-0152-7) Summer With My Sisters 7/15 (978-0-7582-7538-7) The Beach Quilt 7/14 (978-0-7582-7536-3) PUBLISHING HISTORY Kensington Mass Market 6/14 (978-0-7582-9226-1) Kensington Trade Paperback 7/11 (978-0-7582-3507-7)
And then tragedy strikes. Delphine’s youngest niece is diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. With no insurance and little savings, the girl’s parents turn to other members of the Crandall family for support, and Delphine’s plans for a temporary escape are abandoned. With the best of intentions, Maggie offers financial aid, but her gesture is rejected as ‘charity’, something the proud Crandall family will not endure. Once again, the two women find themselves on either side of a cultural divide that threatens to tear them apart forever. For the first time since coming back to Ogunquit, Maggie must examine her motives for having reached out to her old friend, and come to face some difficult truths about the state of her marriage and of her own soul. And Delphine, having spent most of her life in service to others, must finally learn that only by paying attention to her own needs can she be of real worth to those she loves. Ultimately, the two old friends are able to re-establish a friendship on a much healthier, more mature basis, and finally, to find true happiness.
Praise for Summer Friends “A thoughtful novel.”
—ShelfAwareness
“A great summer read.”
—Fresh Fiction
“A novel rich in drama and insights into what factors bring people together, and just as fatefully, tear them apart.”
—The Portland Press Herald
“Nostalgia over real-life friendships lost and regained pulls readers into the story.”
—USA Today
“An enjoyable summer read, but it’s more. It is a novel for all seasons that adds to the enduring excitement of Ogunquit.”
—The Maine Sunday Telegram
Holly Chamberlin was born and raised in New York City. After earning a Master’s degree in English Literature from New York University and working as an editor in the publishing industry for ten years, she moved to Boston, married and became a freelance editor and writer. She and her husband now live in downtown Portland, Maine, in a restored mid-nineteenth-century brick townhouse with Betty, the most athletic, beautiful and intelligent cat in the world. Readers can visit her website at hollychamberlin.com.
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• Holly Chamberlin is following in the footsteps of Elin Hilderbrand and Nancy Thayer, two New York Times bestselling authors who publish a new “summer” novel each year and have now started publishing “short” Christmas novels. • Holly Chamberlin has built a strong readership with her Maine set summer novels. Each May we do a low priced repackage of a backlist title, leading into the publication of her new release in July. • The previous edition of Summer Friends has gone back to press SIX times!
• Print and online advertising • Social media campaign • Email marketing and eNewsletter promotions • Cross-promotion with The Summer Nanny (Kensington TP, 7/18)
LEMON MERINGUE PIE MURDER A Hannah Swensen Mystery Joanne Fluke
New York Times bestselling author Joanne Fluke serves up a favorite installment of her Hannah Swensen mystery series in this repackaged and reissued edition. The residents of Lake Eden, Minnesota are planning to paint the town red, white, and blue to celebrate the Fourth of July—but the fireworks are already going off at Hannah Swensen’s bake shop, The Cookie Jar…
Hannah Swensen thought she’d finally discovered the recipe for a perfect life. But her sometime beau Norman Rhodes tosses a surprise ingredient into the mix when he phones to tell her he’s just bought a house from local drugstore clerk Rhonda Scarf-—which he plans to tear down in order to build the dream home he and Hannah designed. It seems the plan has been cooking for quite some time, and Hannah’s shocked. Especially since her ring finger is still very much bare…
Indulge in Joanne Fluke’s Criminally Delicious Hannah Swensen Mysteries! “Fun…frothy…Enticing recipes for cookies and other treats, presented with helpful procedural hints, are an extra bonus.”
—Publishers Weekly on Lemon Meringue Pie Murder
“Full of delicious recipes, this novel is sure to give sweet-tooth sleuths a lot to dig in to!”
SALES HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback Blackberry Pie Murder 3/14 (978-1-61773-178-5) Red Velvet Cupcake Murder 3/13 (978-0-7582-9184-4)
—Woman’s World on Banana Cream Pie Murder
PUBLISHING HISTORY Kensington Mass Market 2/12 (978-0-7582-8528-7) 3/06 (978-0-7582-1504-8) 2/04 (978-0-7582-1148-4) Kensington Trade Paperback 10/04 (978-0-7582-1148-4) Kensington Hardcover 3/03 (978-0-7582-0150-8)
—Booklist on Wedding Cake Murder
“The coziest cozies remain those by Joanne Fluke.”
—The New York Times Book Review on Banana Cream Pie Murder “There are plenty of Fluke’s trademark recipes on view here, and the New York trip and reality-show frame give the episode a fresh twist.”
Joanne Fluke is the New York Times bestselling author of the Hannah Swensen mysteries, which include Raspberry Danish Murder, Banana Cream Pie Murder, and Wedding Cake Murder and the book that started it all, Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder. Five novels in the series (and counting!) have been adapted for screen as Murder, She Baked, the Hallmark® Movies & Mysteries original television movie franchise starring Alison Sweeney as Hannah. Like Hannah Swensen, Joanne Fluke was born and raised in a small town in rural Minnesota, but now lives in Southern California. Please visit her online at JoanneFluke.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Over 5.5 million Hannah Swensen books have been sold and the novels have been translated into seven languages. • With five original movie adaptations, Hallmark® Movies & Mysteries continues to build the Murder, She Baked television movie franchise starring Alison Sweeney based on Joanne Fluke’s Hannah Swensen series. The first adaptation in 2015, based on Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder, was the network’s most-watched and highest-rated movie debut in network history, with a 1.6 HH rating and 1.1 million total viewers—a record that was only beat by the second Hannah Swensen movie release! • Known as the Queen of Culinary Mystery and honored by RT Book Awards as a “Living Legend,” Joanne Fluke’s past nine Hannah Swensen books have been Top 15 New York Times hardcover bestsellers, with her 2017 release, Banana Cream Pie Murder, debuting at #3. Joanne Fluke’s Lake Eden Cookbook was a Top 10 New York Times Bestselling Cookbook. • Includes seven original and delicious dessert recipes for readers to try.
MARKETING PLANS • Print and online advertising • Cross-promotion with Fudge Cupcake Murder (Kensington TP, 8/18) • Email marketing and eNewsletter promotions
MAY 2018 KENSINGTON TRADE PAPERBACK REPACKAGE REISSUE
Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978‑1‑4967‑1402‑2 U.S./Canadian Price: $12.95/$13.95 Rights: World Pages: 336 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 13/16 Pack: 40 Author’s Residence: Granada Hills, CA eBook ISBN: 978-1-61773-127-3
The good news is that the soon-to-be-torn-down house is full of antiques—and Norman has given Hannah and her mother first dibs. They uncover some gorgeous old furniture, a patchwork quilt…and Rhonda Scarf’s dead body. Not exactly what they were looking for. A little more sleuthing turns up the half-eaten remains of a very special dinner for two—and one of The Cookie Jar’s famous lemon meringue pies. It’s obvious Rhonda was expecting someone for dinner—perhaps one of the men she was secretly dating. Now it’s up to Hannah to turn up the heat—and get busy tracking down clues. Starting in her very own kitchen…
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COLLUSION Parker Crime
De’nesha Diamond For fans of Scandal and The Good Wife, De’nesha Diamond delivers a high-octane series filled with jaw-dropping twists as she tackles dirty politicians.
Framed for a high-profile murder, Abrianna Parker finds herself hurtling down a conspiracy rabbit hole in a desperate attempt to clear her name. Her only way out is to go after the most powerful man in the country. But the powers that be play dirty—and expose her billionaire adoptive father, Cargill Parker, and his criminal activity.
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With charges of collusion swirling on Capitol Hill, police and Federal agencies force Abrianna off the grid. But she’s not alone. By her side is ex-con turned private investigator Kadir Kahlifa, a man as seductive as he is dangerous. While battling a fiery passion, they team up with their band of street rebels and digital revolutionaries to burn through deception and spin to uncover the truth before it costs more innocent lives—mainly their own.
Praise for De’nesha Diamond Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-0585-3 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: World Pages: 320 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 25/32 Pack: 36 Author’s Residence: Manchester, GA eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-0587-7 SALES HISTORY Dafina Trade Paperback Conspiracy 1/17 (978-1-4967-0582-2) Queen Divas 4/16 (978-0-7582-9259-9) King Divas 4/15 (978-0-7582-9255-1)
“Diamond’s hairpin plot twists, snappy dialogue, sultry sex scenes, and colorful, often hilarious characters keep the pages turning.”
—Publishers Weekly on Heist
“Treachery abounds and there are no heroes in this ongoing saga of gang violence in Memphis. Not for the faint of heart.”
—RT Book Reviews on Boss Divas
“The allure of a dangerous world in which to escape is what Diamond’s fans are after. And here, it’s what they get.”
—Juicy Magazine on King Divas
“You may want to add a shot of something strong to your sweet tea when sitting down with this one.”
—Essence® Magazine on Boss Divas
“Diamond’s ear for street talk comes across loud and clear in this violent and profane tale, which launches a gritty new series. The divas here are realistic characters, and the pacing zooms in what is one of the best constructed street lit stories of 2010.”
—Library Journal, Pick of the Month on Hustlin’ Divas
National Bestselling author De’nesha Diamond has written dozens of books and her Divas series was featured in Essence® Magazine. The Divas series has been described as a hard-hitting tale of crime in Memphis. Her writing has been featured in a myriad of national publications. The new Parker Crime series tackles D.C.’s dirty politicians. De’nesha is from Memphis but lives in Georgia.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Boss Divas was named one of the “Five Best Books of Summer” by Essence® Magazine. • With this series, De’nesha is going in a much bigger direction, where her signature mix of jaw-dropping action and hot sex will meet political scandal and intrigue. • De’nesha Diamond stands out in the urban lit market for well-crafted, dramatic stories and has had immense success with her Desperate Hoodwives series (Touchstone/Fireside) co-authored with Meesha Mink (Niobia Bryant) and already has an established fan base. • Book Club rights for the Divas series were sold to Black Expressions Book Club.
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MARKETING PLANS • Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Street team promotion • Major outreach to African American book clubs • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Social media advertising and promotion
PASSION OF THE STREETS A’zayler
A’zayler’s urban romance will appeal to fans of Kiki Swinson and De’nesha Diamond. Gia and Jamil are from opposite sides of the tracks—he’s a hustler and she’s a track star with a privileged upbringing. But Jamil’s life of crime may catch up to the two lovers.
SHE’S EVERYTHING HE WANTS… Nobody ever gave Jamil Rock anything—much less hope. To survive a rough home life and one bad break after another, he became his hood’s most successful drug dealer. With loyal friends at his back, Jamil coolly takes care of business and never thinks too far ahead—until Gia Ellis walks into his life. Suddenly, ruling the streets is nothing compared to the instant heat, and alluringly innocent aura that Jamil can’t resist… HE’S EVERYTHING SHE SHOULDN’T…
Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1806-8 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/17.95 Rights: World Pages: 320 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 25/32 Pack: 44 Author’s Residence: Atlanta, GA eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1812-9
Advance Praise for Passion of the Streets “A hood love story for the ages.”
—Tyrone Bentley, author of Pearl Tongue A’zayler is the author of 33 modern-day suspense-filled dramas set in the city. Her novels detail the hidden lifestyles of fictional, yet very relatable, street characters. Readers interested in urban love stories that appeal to their hearts as well as their minds will swoon over A’zayler’s dynamic writing. When she’s not taking care of her family, online shopping, or working on her next project, you can find her at church or in a bookstore. Connect with A’zayler online at AzaylerInk.com, Facebook as Author Azayler, and on Instagram as Author_Azayler.
KEY SELLING POINTS • A’zayler writes romantic, street lit that will appeal to fans of Kiki Swinson, Wahida Clark, and Ashley & JaQuavis. • A’zayler has a large online following and this is her first book with us. She has e-published 33 urban/street lit books and has a large online following for her eBooks. • A’zayler captures naïve love that transcends the character’s rough situations and creates some cross-genre appeal. • A’zayler will be part of an anthology in August 2018 with De’nesha Diamond, which will help launch her. • She has a great website and a large online following.
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Even with a wealthy family and a bright future ahead, Gia is tired of being sheltered. Jamil’s instincts and protective strength make her feel alive—and his hidden vulnerabilities show her a man struggling to do right the only way he knows how. But the game never lets go without a fight…and their love has only one desperate chance to overcome…
MARKETING PLANS • Advance readers copies • Print and online advertising campaign • Email marketing and eNewsletter promotions • Outreach to African American book clubs • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images
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DON’T BELIEVE IT Charlie Donlea
From acclaimed author Charlie Donlea comes a twisting, impossible-to-put-down novel of suspense with a highly timely hook, in which a documentary filmmaker helps clear a woman convicted of murder—only to find she may be a pawn in a sinister game.
KENSINGTON HARDCOVER JUNE 2018
The Girl of Sugar Beach is the most watched documentary in television history—a riveting, true-life mystery that unfolds over twelve weeks and centers on a fascinating question: Did Grace Sebold murder her boyfriend, Julian, while on a Spring Break vacation, or is she a victim of circumstance and poor police work? Grace has spent the last ten years in a St. Lucian prison, and reaches out to filmmaker Sidney Ryan in a last, desperate attempt to prove her innocence. As Sidney begins researching, she uncovers startling evidence, additional suspects, and timeline issues that were all overlooked during the original investigation. Before the series even finishes filming, public outcry leads officials to reopen the case. But as the show surges towards its final episodes, Sidney receives an anonymous warning that she got it badly, terribly wrong.
Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1380-3 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: World Pages: 304 Trim Size: 6 x 9 Spine Size: 1 Pack: 24 Author’s Residence: Chicago, IL eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1382-7 SALES HISTORY Kensington Hardcover The Girl Who Was Taken 5/17 (978-1-4967-0100-8) Summit Lake 2/16 (978-1-4967-0098-8)
Sidney has just convinced the world that Grace is innocent. Now she wonders if she has helped to free a ruthless killer. When the network brushes aside her doubts in fear of ruining a feel-good finale, Sidney secretly delves into Grace’s past. Layer by layer, deceptions fall away. And as Sidney edges closer to the real heart of the story, she must decide if finding the truth is worth risking her newfound fame, her career…even her life.
Praise for Charlie Donlea and his novels “A fast-moving page-turner…Donlea skillfully maximizes suspense by juggling narrators and time all the way to the shocking final twists.”
—Publishers Weekly on The Girl Who Was Taken
“The Girl Who Was Taken is a uniquely premised, pulse-pounding psychological thriller about abduction and its long-lasting consequences…grisly details and uncommon perspectives make this a psychologically captivating mystery.”
—ForeWord Reviews “Well worth the read.”
—Booklist on The Girl Who Was Taken “A gem of a mystery, fast-paced and suspenseful.”
—Catherine Coulter, #1 New York Times bestselling author on Summit Lake “Fans of contemporary suspense will enjoy this brisk read.”
—Booklist on Summit Lake
“An exciting debut, with all the right touches, captivating from the first page to the last. There’s a bright future ahead for this newcomer to the thriller genre—definitely a talent to watch.”
—Steve Berry, New York Times bestselling author on Summit Lake
“Donlea keeps readers guessing throughout. The whodunnit plot is clever and compelling…for fans of non–stop mysteries with a twist.”
—Library Journal on Summit Lake
“With a soaring pace and teasing plot twists, Charlie Donlea’s debut mystery is like a cool drink of water with a twist of lemon. It’s refreshing to find a book that has such a well-developed plot and excellent writing to back it up.”
—BookPage on Summit Lake
“If you loved Girl on a Train or Gone Girl, you have another “girl” book to read on your honeymoon… Just try not to “shhh’ your new spouse when he asks if you want another margarita while you’re reading this page-turner.”
—Martha Stewart Weddings on The Girl Who Was Taken
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• The third novel by a quickly rising star of the suspense genre whose second book, The Girl Who Was Taken, marked his debut on the USA Today bestseller list. Both of his previous novels were IndieBound bestsellers. • Readers will be grabbed by the highly pitchable premise behind this book, which features a producer who’s shooting a TV documentary series about a young med student accused of murdering her boyfriend while on vacation. Fans of shows like Making a Murderer and podcasts like Serial, Crimetown, and S-town will be drawn to Don’t Believe It. • Series documentaries about crimes and the people who might have been wrongfully accused of them are increasingly popular. • Donlea is an outgoing, personable author who does many appearances around his book releases. He recently appeared at Library Journal’s Day of Dialog and continues to be popular in local book clubs. • Like Summit Lake and The Girl Who Was Taken, Don’t Believe It features a strong female lead who is not the typical detective.
• Advance reading copies • National print, online, and podcast advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Author appearances and promotion at select conventions • Pre-pub bookseller meet-and-greet • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Blog tour and targeted blogger outreach • Marketing and outreach to libraries and mystery-focused bookstores • Email and eNewsletter marketing • Books on the Subway partnership and NYC Subway book drops
Charlie Donlea is a USA Today bestselling author who has been praised as a “bold new writer… on his way to becoming a major figure in the world of suspense” (Publishers Weekly). He was born and raised in Chicago, where he continues to live with his wife and two young children. An avid golfer and baseball fan, he spends a part of each year fishing with his father in the far reaches of Canada, where the roads end and lakes are accessible only by floatplane. With so many choices of entertainment, and countless other books to choose from, he thanks you for spending your time and money on his creation. Visit him online at CharlieDonlea.com.
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BROKEN PLACES A Chicago Mystery Tracy Clark
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After a fatal shooting on a rooftop, a traumatized Cassandra Raines quits the Chicago P.D. leaving them with one less black female homicide detective. But when she stumbles across the dead body of a respected member of the community, it’s up to her to prove a murderer is on the loose in this first installment of a new mystery series by Chicago journalist Tracy Clark.
Cops can make mistakes, even when they’re not rookies. If anyone knows that it’s Cass Raines, who took a bullet two years ago after an incompetent colleague screwed up a tense confrontation with an armed suspect. Deeply traumatized by the incident, Cass resigned from the Chicago PD, leaving one less female African-American on the force. Now she’s the head of a one-woman private investigation agency, taking on just enough work to pay the bills. She spends the rest of her time keeping an eye on the tenants in her little Hyde Park apartment building, biking along the lakefront, and playing chess with the only father figure she’s ever known, Father Ray Heaton.
Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1487-9 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: World Pages: 352 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 1 3/16 Pack: 28 Author’s Residence: Chicago, IL eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1489-3
When Father Ray asks Cass to look into a recent spate of vandalism at his church, she readily agrees to handle the case. But only hours later she’s horrified to discover his murdered body in the church confessional, a dead gangbanger sprawled out nearby. She knew Pop, as she called him, had ticked off plenty of people, from slumlords to drug dealers and even some parishioners and politicians, with his uncompromising defense of the downtrodden. But a late-night random theft doesn’t seem like much of a motive at a cash-strapped parish like Saint Brendan’s. The lead detective assigned to the case is all too ready to dismiss it as an interrupted burglary gone awry, just another statistic in a violent city. But Cass’ instincts tell her otherwise, and badge or no badge, she intends to see justice done…
Advance Praise for Tracy Clark and Broken Places “Cass Raines is my favorite new private investigator. Broken Places takes you into a world where characters are the highest currency, wit is sharpened to a fine point, and the action makes your heart pound. A winning debut. Tracy Clark is one to watch.”
—Carlene O’Connor, author of Murder at an Irish Wedding
“Sara Paretsky meets Julia Spencer-Fleming in Tracy Clark’s Broken Places. Colorful characters zing to life against a vividly grim Chicago backdrop in this auspicious career-launcher. Broken Places is the breakout debut mystery of the year!”
—Wendy Corsi Staub, New York Times bestselling author
“Engrossing and superbly written—I can’t say enough good things about Broken Places!”
—Lisa Black, New York Times bestselling author of That Darkness and Unpunished Tracy Clark works as an editor in Chicago. Her fiction has been published in mystery magazines and anthologies. A native Chicagoan, she has never once put ketchup (God forbid) on a hotdog and she likes her pizza deep, not flat. When she’s not editing, reading, writing, living, she’s wandering around Chicago’s neighborhoods scouting out good places to (figuratively) stash a body.
KEY SELLING POINTS • A native Chicagoan, Tracy Clark has been an editor for Tribune Content Agency, the syndicate arm of the Tribune Company, owner of The Chicago Tribune, for 22 years. • Chicago is both setting and character in this crime series, which prominently features city and the people in it. • Broken Places is a mainstream P.I. mystery starring an African American female protagonist, which is a little different than what other books in the same vein are offering. The important thing about Cass Raines, however, is not her skin color, but the fact that she is smart, resourceful, irreverent and more than capable of getting the job done, no matter how insurmountable the odds may appear. • Broken Places will appeal to fans mystery/suspense, as well as fans of Laura Lippman (Morrow).
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MARKETING PLANS • Advance readers copies • Print, online, and podcast advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Blogger outreach for early buzz campaign • Targeted regional publicity campaign • Select author events • Pre-pub bookseller meet-and-greet • Regional independent bookstore advertising • Giveaways leading up to book’s release • Feature in Kensington’s Fresh Voices and New Series marketing campaigns • Outreach to African American bookclubs
THE DIVA COOKS UP A STORM Domestic Diva Krista Davis
She’s a Young Martha Stewart…in Old Town Virginia! Krista Davis brings her New York Times bestselling mysteries to Kensington with her hardcover debut and the 12th in her enormously popular and completely delightful Domestic Diva series. When a trendy, underground pop-up dinner club leaves some guests six-feet-under the table, amateur sleuth Sophie Winston, the Doyenne of Domestic Arts in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, hopes she has all the right ingredients to put a murderer on ice…
Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1468-8 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: World Engl Pages: 352 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 1 3/16 Pack: 32 Author’s Residence: Dublin, VA (near Roanoke) eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1470-1
The posh party proves to be a recipe for disaster when Hollis Haberman sours spirits by bringing his own hot new dish—his young trophy wife. With Hollis’ son and ex-wife in attendance, there may be more heat at the table than in the kitchen. But by aperitifs, Sophie discovers Hollis swallowing his last bits of air, and she must scramble to stop a killer before the swanky supper becomes anyone else’s last meal.
Praise for Krista Davis’ previous books “[A] tasty whodunnit, which keeps the reader fascinated until the killer is iced.”
—Richmond Times-Dispatch
“Reader alert: Tasty descriptions may spark intense cupcake cravings.”
—The Washington Post
“Loaded with atmosphere and charm.”
—Library Journal
“Delectable…Her novels are every bit as good as Diane Mott Davidson’s Goldy Schulz mysteries.”
—Shine
“A mouthwatering mix of murder, mirth, and mayhem.”
—Mary Jane Maffini, author of The Busy Woman’s Guide to Murder Krista Davis is the Agatha Award nominated and New York Times bestselling author of the Domestic Diva Mysteries, the Pen & Ink Mysteries, and the Paws & Claws Mysteries. Several of her books have been nominated for the Agatha Award. Krista lives in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia with two cats and a brood of dogs. Her friends and family complain about being guinea pigs for her recipes, but she notices they keep coming back for more. Please visit her online at KristaDavis.com.
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• This is the 12th in Krista Davis’ New York Times bestselling Domestic Diva Mystery series, previously published by Berkley. • With 2 years since the last Diva mystery, Krista’s fans will be eagerly awaiting this publication. • The Diva Cooks Up a Storm features the latest trend in hip dining: “pop-up dinners,” also known as underground dinners. • Krista will also be launching the Pen & Ink Mystery series in trade paperback, beginning in March 2018 with Color Me Murder—which will contain a teaser for The Diva Cooks Up a Storm. • Krista Davis has had four mysteries hit the New York Times mass market bestseller list! • Three of her Domestic Diva Mysteries have been nominated for Agatha Awards. • The Diva Serves High Tea by Krista Davis was chosen as an Overdrive favorite for 2016.
• Includes delicious recipes and entertaining tips!
• Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Select events and promotions at fan conventions • Targeted campaign in Northern Virginia • Targeted library marketing and ARC mailings • Featured author at Kensington’s “CozyClub: VA 2018” event (June 2018 /Richmond, MA) • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Blog tour and targeted blogger outreach to outlets covering mystery books, baking, and homemaking • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Email marketing and features via Killer Cozies eNewsletter and HobbyReads • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Cross-promotion with Color Me Murder (Kensington TP, 3/18)
JUNE 2018 KENSINGTON HARDCOVER
Domestic diva Sophie Winston can whip up an elaborate event in her sleep, but as the hippest hostess she rarely gets to enjoy the full guest treatment. Which is why her best friend Nina Reid Norwood loops her in to the latest culinary craze: a pop-up gourmet dinner party. The celebrity chef, the epicurean menu, and the high-profile attendees are all a surprise, turning the decadent dining experience into the hottest ticket in Old Town. But Sophie’s just pleased as punch that she finally has an opportunity to join her fellow foodies in some fun.
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THE ANGEL MAKERS A Constance Piper Mystery Tessa Harris
Victorian London is rocked by an unknown serial killer and clairvoyant flower seller Constance Piper finds herself searching for the truth behind all the murders in the second installment of Tessa Harris’ critically acclaimed series inspired by the true story of England’s most prolific but least known serial killer, Amelia Dyer.
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In November 1888, the specter of Jack the Ripper instills fear in every woman who makes her living on the streets of London. But there are other monsters at large, those who shun fame and secretly claim their victims from among the city’s most vulnerable… Options are few for unmarried mothers in Victorian England. To avoid stigma, many find lodging with “baby farmers”—women who agree to care for the infant, or find an adoptive family, in exchange for a fee. Constance Piper, a flower seller gifted with clairvoyance, has become aware of one such baby farmer, Mother Delaney, who promises to help desperate young mothers and place their babies in loving homes. She suspects the truth is infinitely darker.
Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-0657-7 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: World Pages: 304 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 1 Pack: 32 Author’s Residence: London, England eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-0659-1 SALES HISTORY Kensington Hardcover The Sixth Victim 6/17 (978-1-4967-0654-6)
Guided by the spirit of her late friend, Emily Tindall, Constance gathers evidence about what really goes on behind the walls of Mother Delaney’s Poplar house. It’s not only innocent children who are at risk. A young prostitute’s body is found in mysterious circumstances. With the aid of Detective Constable Hawkins, newly promoted thanks to Constance’s help with his last case, Constance links the death to Mother Delaney’s vile trade. But the horror is edging closer to home, and even the hangman’s noose may not be enough to put this evil to rest…
Praise for Tessa Harris’ Mysteries “Stellar…Harris’ prose and characterizations have only become more assured.”
—Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW, on The Lazarus Curse “Densely plotted…We await—indeed, demand—the sequel.”
—The New York Times Book Review on The Anatomist’s Apprentice “Constance is an unusual protagonist with a special gift. Harris’ treatment of the working class’s spirituality and belief in ghosts will attract fans of Sharyn McCrumb’s Appalachian Ballad mysteries. Readers who follow Jack the Ripper theories may also enjoy.”
—Library Journal on The Sixth Victim
“A reinterpretation of Jack the Ripper with a supernatural touch…[Harris] still combines two perceptive points of view with a convincing portrait of London’s seamier side with a neat twist of an ending.”
—Kirkus Reviews on The Sixth Victim
Tessa Harris is the author of the acclaimed Dr. Thomas Silkstone Mysteries, including Secrets in the Stones and The Anatomist’s Apprentice, as well as the Constance Piper Mystery series, including The Sixth Victim. A graduate of Oxford University, Tessa has been a journalist and editor, contributing to many national publications such as The Times and The Telegraph. Readers can visit her website at tessaharrisauthor.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Tessa Harris studied history at Oxford University and brings her meticulous historical research to her fictional books, weaving real people and events into her stories. • The Constance Piper Mysteries appeal to fans of historical mysteries, as well as those with an interest in legendary serial killers, including Jack the Ripper. Fans of Deanna Raybourn, Caleb Carr, Alyssa Maxwell, and Tasha Alexander also find much to enjoy. • Tessa Harris’ The Anatomist’s Apprentice won the RT Book Award for Best First Mystery. • Previous novels have been selections of the Mystery Guild.
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MARKETING PLANS • Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Social media advertising and promotions • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Mailings to key libraries and mystery bookstores
CRIME & PUNCTUATION Deadly Edits
Kaitlyn Dunnett Kaitlyn Dunnett, author of the acclaimed Liss MacCrimmon Mysteries, launches a brand-new mystery series featuring an intrepid 68-year-old freelance editor whose way with words and keen eye for detail leads her straight into a real-life murder plot when she moves back to her hometown of Lenape Hollow, a small village in the Catskill Mountains of New York…
After splurging to buy her childhood home in the Catskills, recently widowed Mikki Lincoln emerges from retirement as a freelance editor. With her ability to spot details that others fail to see, it’s not long before Mikki earns clients—and realizes that the village of Lenape Hollow isn’t the thriving tourist destination it was decades ago. Not with a murderer on the loose…
Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1255-4 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: World Engl Pages: 304 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 3/4 Pack: 32 Author’s Residence: Wilton, ME eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1256-1 SALES HISTORY Kensington Hardcover X Marks the Scot 12/17 (978-1-4967-1259-2) Kilt at the Highland Games 8/16 (978-0-7582-9291-9) The Scottie Barked at Midnight 11/15 (978-0-7582-9287-2)
Mikki refuses to believe that Tiffany’s death was accidental, and suspicions of foul play solidify as she uncovers a strange inconsistency in the manuscript and a possible motive in the notes. Then there’s Tiffany’s grandmother and husband, who aren’t exactly on friendly terms over the local area’s planned rejuvenation efforts… Unable to convince police that they are focused on the wrong suspect, Mikki must rely on her keen eyes to catch the truth hidden in Lenape Hollow. As she gets closer to cracking the case, only one person takes Mikki’s investigation seriously—the cunning killer who will do anything to make this chapter of her life come to a very abrupt ending…
Praise for Kaitlyn Dunnett “It’s got two things that everyone likes: Christmas and Murder.”
—Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show talking about Ho-Ho Homicide “Kaitlyn Dunnett writes a fun, energetic cozy.”
—Ellery Queen Magazine on Kilt at the Highland Games “Fans of Scottish lore or bookstore mysteries like Lorna Barrett’s and Carolyn Hart’s will enjoy this one.”
—Booklist on Bagpipes, Brides and Homicides
Kaitlyn Dunnett grew up in the Borscht Belt of New York state, otherwise known as the Sullivan County Catskills, the area she writes about in the Deadly Edits mysteries. These days, Kaitlyn lives in the mountains of western Maine with her husband and cats. In addition to the Deadly Edits series, she is the author of the Liss MacCrimmon Mystery series and regularly attends Scottish festivals with her bagpipe-playing husband. She can be found online at kaitlyndunnett.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS • First in a new series by the author of the popular Liss MacCrimmon Mysteries. • Book lovers will enjoy the literary hooks in this series, which features a freelance book editor. • The author has published over 50 books in her career under a variety of names and is revered in the mystery community. She was the Guest of Honor Malice Domestic in 2014.
JUNE 2018 KENSINGTON HARDCOVER
When perky novice writer Tiffany Scott knocks at her door holding a towering manuscript, Mikki expects another debut novel plagued by typos and sloppy prose. Instead, she finds a murder mystery ripped from the headlines of Lenape Hollow’s not-too-distant past. The opening scene is a graphic page-turner, but it sends a real chill down Mikki’s spine after the young author turns up dead just like the victim in her story…
MARKETING PLANS • Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Kensington New Series marketing campaign • Featured author at Kensington’s “CozyClub: Maine 2018” event (August 2018 / Portland, Maine) • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Email marketing and features via Killer Cozies eNewsletter and HobbyReads • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads
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AND ALL THE PHASES OF THE MOON Judy Reene Singer
Delving into the mysteries of the human heart with humor and emotion, master storyteller Judy Reene Singer explores what it means to begin again after a life touched by tragedy in this story of woman learning to heal, set against the backdrop of a beautiful seaside town in Massachusetts.
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Aila Cordeiro absolutely cannot take on an abandoned Pit Bull. So why is she suddenly filling food bowls for the wounded stray and opening her seaside home to him? Maybe it’s the sadness in the pup’s eyes, a sorrow that mirrors her own. But caring for another is not on Aila’s agenda anymore. As the sole owner of the general store in a Cape Cod tourist town, she has enough on her hands. Besides Aila can’t love anyone ever again. Not since her husband—her heart—boarded a boat with her beloved father two years ago, never to return…
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Of course, life is what happens while you’re making other plans. Now instead of solitude and grief, Aila is suddenly at the center of controversy in the small town. And the only person on her side, besides her best friend, is a stranger whose heart might be more battered than her own. Ex-Navy seal Sam Ahmadi has seen his share of misfortune, which is why Aila never expects him to be the one to show her how to live again in the face of shattering loss. How to hope for the happiness you once dreamed of…
Praise for Judy Reene Singer’s Novels Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-0947-9 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: World Pages: 320 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 25/32 Pack: 48 Author’s Residence: Goshen, NY eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-0948-6 SALES HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback In the Shadow of Alabama 6/17 (978-1-4967-0945-5)
“Singer’s page-turning, beautifully written autobiographical novel allows readers to see another version of World War II, in which soldiers didn’t have to go to the front to experience the destructive and violent impacts of racism and prejudice.”
—Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW, on In the Shadow of Alabama
“This is a powerful, beautifully written book, made even more powerful by the author’s revelations in the acknowledgements.”
—The Free Lance-Star on In the Shadow of Alabama
“A beautifully written and emotional novel about what happens when we hold too tight to the past and what happens when we refuse to let it go.”
—Historical Novels Review on In the Shadow of Alabama “Brimming with humor and hope…a charmer.”
—People Magazine on Still Life with Elephant “A charming account of a woman’s recovery from a failed marriage…Singer employs a light comic touch to this engaging second novel.”
—Kirkus Reviews on Still Life with Elephant
6/17 (978-1-4967-0945-5)
KEY SELLING POINTS • Singer’s first novel for Kensington, In the Shadow of Alabama, was a Publisher’s Lunch 2017 Buzz Book. • Singer is a wonderful writer, immediately drawing you into the lives of her characters and placing them against a vivid backdrop, while raising questions that will keep you thinking long after you finish. The story of three strays who bond when the town they thought could be a safe haven turns on them, this is a perfect book club book! • Relevant hooks in this story include veterans’ issues, dog/Pit Bull rescue, and racial tension and anti-Muslim hostility in American towns.
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Judy Reene Singer was born in Montgomery, Alabama and raised in New York. She is a dressage competitor, horse trainer, and former high school English teacher. When not writing or riding horses, she donates her time to animal rescue and has been the foster mother to two elephant babies. She is the author of Horseplay, Still Life with Elephant, An Inconvenient Elephant and In the Shadow of Alabama. Please visit her online at JudyReeneSinger.com.
JUNE 2018 KENSINGTON TRADE PAPERBACK
• Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Select events and author lectures • JBC events and promotions • Targeted promotion to libraries and book clubs • Indie bookstore promotions • Social media advertising and promotion, including shareable content and memes • Early reader and consumer reviewer promotions via Goodreads, NetGalley, etc. • Partnerships with veterans’ organizations and Pit Bull rescue groups • Book club outreach and targeted marketing • Books on the Subway partnership and giveaways
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IT STARTED IN JUNE Susan Kietzman
Susan Kietzman’s engrossing and thought-provoking novel explores the choices and revelations that come with life’s most unexpected events.
Grace Trumbull’s after work drink with Bradley Hanover, a handsome younger colleague, on a warm summer night turns into an impulsive, intimate encounter. After a few weeks of exhilarating secret dates, Grace—forty-two and divorced—realizes she’s pregnant. For Grace, whose estranged mother refers to her own teenage pregnancy as her biggest mistake, the prospect of parenthood is daunting. She’s just been made vice president of a media relations company and is childfree by choice. Still, something deeper than her fear makes her want to keep the baby. She knows she can be a better, more capable parent than her mother was to her.
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As months pass and seasons change, Grace questions her decision to include Bradley in her plans. But they continue to navigate their complicated relationship, each struggling with what it means to make a commitment to someone. Most importantly, Grace begins trusting her instincts— maternal and otherwise—finding courage that will guide her through an uncertain future ripe with new possibilities…
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Praise for the novels of Susan Kietzman Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1422-0 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: World Pages: 352 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 27/32 Pack: 40 Author’s Residence: Mystic, CT eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1423-7 SALES HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback Every Other Wednesday 5/17 (978-1-61773-551-6) The Summer Cottage 6/15 (978-1-61773-549-3) A Changing Marriage 3/14 (978-0-7582-8134-0) The Good Life 3/13 (978-0-7582-8132-6)
“Kietzman paints a sympathetic and supportive portrait of those unsure of their next steps. Fans of Mary Kay Andrews and Holly Chamberlin will enjoy this heartfelt and courageous novel.”
—Booklist on Every Other Wednesday
“For readers of issue-driven, contemporary women’s fiction such as works by Sue Miller and Jodi Picoult.”
—Library Journal on Every Other Wednesday
“Kietzman’s tale stands apart due to a rich narrative canvas that is colored by heartfelt realism and keen sociological insights. Readers will find themselves drawn into the tragedies and triumphs of this fictional family—distinct and yet utterly relatable-as they ponder their own relationships. Ultimately, once the last page has been turned, there’s one simple question that will demand repeated attention: just what is the good life?”
—Hartford Examiner on The Good Life
“Author Kietzman focuses on an age group that is often overlooked in contemporary women’s fiction: the empty nesters. By emphasizing the late-in-life challenges of women who devoted their lives to the needs of husbands and children, Kietzman paints a sympathetic and supportive portrait of those unsure of their next steps.”
—Booklist on Every Other Wednesday
Susan Kietzman is a Connecticut native. She has a bachelor’s degree in English from Connecticut College and a Master’s degree in journalism from Boston University. She has worked in both magazine and newspaper publishing and currently writes grants for the Mystic Seaport Museum. It Started in June is her fifth novel. She lives with her family in Mystic, Connecticut. Readers can visit her website at susankietzman.com.
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• Susan Kietzman’s latest novel will appeal to book club readers and to fans of women’s fiction by such authors as Holly Chamberlin (Kensington), Diane Chamberlin (St. Martin’s), Wendy Wax (Berkley) and Elin Hilderbrand (Little Brown). • The workplace romance hook in this novel will make it relatable and relevant to readers. • Kietzman’s The Summer Cottage is in its third printing. • Susan Kietzman’s The Good Life was selected as a R.J. Julia “Debut Novel of the Month.”
• Print and online advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Select author events • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Book club outreach and targeted marketing • Summer reads promotions • Advance Reader Copies
BEAR WITNESS TO MURDER A Shamelessly Adorable Teddy Bear Mystery Meg Macy
Sasha Silverman, manager of the Silver Bear Shop and Factory, should be focusing on hosting her Cranbeary Tea Party, the opening event of the village’s teddy bear-themed Oktobear Fest; instead, she finds herself tracking down a killer after discovering the lifeless body of a rival toy shop owner’s assistant in the second book of Meg Macy’s Shamelessly Adorable Teddy Bear Mysteries series.
Silver Bear Shop and Factory manager Sasha Silverman is cozying up to the fall season by hosting Silver Hollow’s Cranbeary Tea Party, the opening event of the village’s Oktobear Fest—a too-cute celebration themed around teddy bears. She barely has a moment to agonize over the return of her former high school rival, Holly Parker, whose new toy and bookstore in town could spell big trouble for her Silver Bear Shop and her cousin’s small bookstore…
SALES HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback Bearly Departed 6/17 (978-1-4967-0963-9)
Praise for Bearly Departed “Information on retail business and, in particular, on the manufacturing of teddy bears is woven throughout this satisfying cozy.”
—Booklist
“The first in a new series features a complex plot awash in red herrings, a perky heroine…and everything you ever wanted to know about teddy bears.”
—Kirkus Reviews
“The appealing, impulsive amateur sleuth, dedicated to the family business, will appeal to fans of character-driven cozies.”
—Library Journal
“Entertaining…inhabited by quirky, fully developed characters and good dogs and cats.”
—Publishers Weekly
Meg Macy is an award-winning author and artist. Her first published book, Double Crossing, won the 2012 Spur Award for Best First Novel from Western Writers of America. Meg is also one-half of the writing team of D.E. Ireland, authors of the Eliza and Henry Higgins Mystery series—of which two titles have been Agatha Award finalists. Meg lives in Southeastern Michigan, the setting for her Shamelessly Adorable Teddy Bear mysteries. Visit the author online at megmacy.com.
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• Macy’s cozy mystery series includes facts about real bears as well as teddy bear history. • The series is ripe for a number of promotional tie-in opportunities, including National Teddy Bear Picnic Day (July 10), National Teddy Bear Day (September 9), and National American Teddy Bear Day (November 14), which was established in honor of President Roosevelt’s refusal to shoot a bear cub on a hunting trip in Mississippi in 1902. • As half the writing team of D.E. Ireland, Meg was nominated for a 2014 Agatha for the first in the Eliza Doolittle and Henry Higgins Mystery series. Under her Meg Mims pseudonym, she won the 2012 Spur Award for Best First Novel from the Western Writers of America, and was named a Finalist in the Best Books of 2012 from USA Book News for Fiction. • Teddy Bears are considered children’s toys, and yet in this adult cozy mystery series, they become the catalyst for murder— exposing dark secrets behind a picturesque small town. • Readers will enjoy crafting the adorable DIY crochet bear pattern included each book!
• Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Email marketing and promotion in Killer Cozies eNewsletter • Outreach to libraries and mystery-focused bookstores • Select author events, including Malice Domestic and promotion at other mystery conventions • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Blog tour and ongoing blogger outreach to outlets covering mystery books and teddy bears as collectables • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads
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Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-0965-3 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: World Pages: 288 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 23/32 Pack: 52 Author’s Residence: Fraser, MI eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-0966-0
But when Sasha discovers Holly’s shop assistant dead with a knife plunged in her body, the unpleasant woman suddenly looks like a real backstabber. So does Sasha’s ex-husband, rumored to have rekindled the fiery extramarital affair he once had with the victim. Now, before a gruesome homicide case takes the fun out of both the Fest and her personal life, Sasha must identify the true culprit from a daunting suspect list—or risk becoming as lifeless as one of her stuffed bears…
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MURDER IN GREENWICH VILLAGE Liz Freeland
After fleeing rural Pennsylvania for the bright lights of New York City, starry-eyed twenty-year-old Louis Faulk finds herself investigating a big-city murder mystery when she’s welcomed home one night by the sight of her roommate’s cousin—with a ten-inch butcher knife in her back in Liz Freeland’s historical mystery debut.
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New York City, 1913. Twenty-year-old Louise Faulk has fled Altoona, Pennsylvania, to start a life under dizzying lights. In a city of endless possibilities, it’s not long before the young ingénue befriends a witty aspiring model and makes a splash at the liveliest parties on the Upper East Side. But glitter fades to grit when Louise’s Greenwich Village apartment becomes the scene of a violent murder and a former suitor hustling for Tin Pan Alley fame hits front-page headlines as the prime suspect… Driven to investigate the crime, Louise finds herself stepping into the seediest corners of the burgeoning metropolis—where she soon discovers that failed dreams can turn dark and deadly… Liz Freeland lives with her husband in Montreal, where she writes and astounds the locals with her makeshift French. An elderly cat or dog (or two…or four) can typically be found in her apartment, and during the busiest day, Liz usually finds time to sneak in an old movie. Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1424-4 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: US, CAN, OM Pages: 304 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 3/4 Pack: 48 Author’s Residence: Montreal, Canada eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1425-1
KEY SELLING POINTS • Murder in Greenwhich Villiage will appeal to fans of historical mysteries and authors such as Susan Elia MacNeal (Bantam) and Radha Vatsal (Sourcebooks). • Lead by a strong female heroine, readers will be offered a glimpse into America’s progressive age. • This is Liz’s debut historical novel and the first title in a brand-new series.
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MARKETING PLANS • Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Author appearances and promotions at select conventions • Blog tour and ongoing blogger outreach to outlets covering historical mysteries and strong female leads • Kensington New Series and Fresh Voices marketing campaigns • Social media advertising and promotions • Push for early online reviews through NetGalley and Goodreads
THE FRAMINGHAM FIEND A Colin Pendragon Mystery Gregory Harris
Gregory Harris’ Colin Pendragon mysteries are meant to fill the niche of good old-fashioned, fun mysteries peopled by interesting characters in dire, unsettling situations. Murder, unfortunately, is most often at the forefront, though Colin Pendragon, the man the Times heralded as a most tenacious and shrewd detective, will accept any case that piques his interest or tweaks his conscience. These mysteries will neither tax a reader’s synapses, other than the eternal Join the intrepid duo, Colin Pendragon and Ethan Pruitt, as they contend with the morass of turn of the century England from the noblest of families to scruffy street urchins in their quest to right the wrongs against their clients.
Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-61773-891-3 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: World Pages: 304 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 3/4 Pack: 48 Author’s Residence: Woodland Hills, CA eBook ISBN: 978-1-61773-892-0 SALES HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback Endicott Evil 4/17 (978-1-61773-889-0) The Dalwich Desecration 4/16 (978-1-61773-887-6) The Connicle Curse 3/15 (978-0-7582-9271-1) The Bellingham Bloodbath 9/14 (978-0-7582-9269-8)
At the same time Sir Atherton, Colin’s father, asks Colin and Ethan to assist with the disappearance of a lifelong friend’s grandson. When the young man is quickly found it seems the case has been solved. But before they can relay the good news the young man is murdered, and the ensuing investigation snakes Colin and Ethan through a labyrinth that leads them to a shocking conclusion.
Praise for the Colin Pendragon Mysteries “A terrific story…both storylines come together in perfect symmetry, making for an incredibly pleasing mystery. The author nails it yet again!”
—Suspense Magazine on The Bellingham Bloodbath
“Colin has Holmes’ arrogance but is dimpled and charming, while Ethan is a darker Watson…the relationship between the leads is discreetly intriguing.”
—Kirkus Reviews on The Arnifour Affair
“Pendragon matches Sherlock Holmes in his arrogance…he is redeemed, in part, by his brains and his gentle treatment of Pruitt.”
—Publishers Weekly on The Arnifour Affair
“The mystery is extremely well done, the characters carefully drawn and the story moves quickly to a satisfying conclusion.”
—Washington Independent Review of Books on The Arnifour Affair
Gregory Harris is a graduate of USC who spent twenty years working on a variety of motion pictures and television series before turning his attentions to writing fiction. He resides in Southern California and is currently at work on the next installment of the Colin Pendragon series. Visit Gregory Harris online at GregoryHarrisAuthor.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Gregory Harris’ Colin Pendragon mysteries fill the niche of good old-fashioned, fun mysteries peopled by interesting characters in dire, unsettling situations. • Fans of Charles Todd’s Inspector Ian Rutledge whodunnit mysteries will be drawn to this series’ similar dark tone and fascinating characters. • Gregory Harris has an extensive background working on a variety of motion pictures and television series before turning to writing fiction, which has honed his ability to tell exciting and conhesive commercial stories.
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When several prostitutes are murdered over the course of a week in the East End, the newspapers inflame the city by asking whether Jack the Ripper has returned after a six-year absence. Concerned about having another very public failure, Scotland Yard elicits the assistance of Colin and Ethan to catch this killer before he can strike again.
MARKETING PLANS • Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Social media advertising and promotion • Regional events • Outreach to Sherlock Holmes fan clubs • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Email and eNewsletter marketing
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BREAKING NEWS The Godmothers Fern Michaels
Beautifully repackaged, this is the fifth installment in the Godmothers series, described by Booklist as “Fern Michaels’ engaging version of The Golden Girls.” The Godmothers series has a lighthearted tone and revolves around the same themes of female friendship and solidarity that have made all of Fern Michaels’ books bestsellers!
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Teresa “Toots” Amelia Loudenberry has her quirks, but no one would ever question her loyalty. So it’s no surprise when Toots decides to extend her stay in Charleston to help care for her ailing housekeeper.
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Though the Charleston air is drenched with azalea and honeysuckle, and there’s always a pitcher of sweet tea close to hand, the ladies have little time for relaxing. Ida’s new line of cosmetics is about to launch, and Toots, Mavis, and Sophie are relishing new careers as models. And Abby, Toots’ daughter, is getting hitched. In the middle of so much change, Toots is almost too busy to notice her own unexpected romance. After eight husbands, she’s sworn never to get involved again. But fate—and her friends—may have other plans. And every godmother, fairy or otherwise, loves a story that ends with happily-ever-after… Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1301-8 U.S./Canadian Price: $9.95/$10.95 Rights: World Pages: 272 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 21/32 Pack: 52 Author’s Residence: Summerville, SC eBook ISBN: 978-0-7582-7891-3
Praise for the Godmothers Series by Fern Michaels
SALES HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback Deadline 6/17 (978-1-4967-0633-1) Late Edition 3/17 (978-1-4967-0632-4) Exclusive 6/16 (978-1-4967-0617-1)
—Charleston Magazine on Exclusive
PUBLISHING HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback 10/12 (978-0-7582-6606-4) Kensington Hardcover 5/12 (978-0-7582-6605-7)
“Pure recession-proof fun…Veteran Michaels, a Golden Girl-style humorist spins some serious make-believe magic as she sets up the next installment.”
—Publishers Weekly on The Scoop
“This is a perfect book to take with you and sit and laugh at the beach. It’s just fun.”
—The Louisville Kentucky Courier-Journal on The Scoop
“There’s a reason Fern Michaels has published nearly 100 books: she’s got a talent for churning out page-turners. Readers will finish this one in a single sitting.” “[A] tale of intrigue, excitement, and friendship…complete with both the thrill of a murder mystery and the heart-warming quality of a tale of true friendship, this novel will satisfy your taste for thrill while reinforcing the value of keeping good company in hard times.”
—The Charleston Mercury on Late Edition
“Contains an abundance of poignancy, wit, charm and laugh-out-loud moments…Reading Michaels is always a rewarding experience, and her protagonists prove that though the elderly may be up there in age, their spirits are forever young and the wisdom they have to offer is timeless.”
—RT Book Reviews, 4.5 Stars, on Classified
Fern Michaels is the USA Today and New York Times bestselling author of the Sisterhood, Men of the Sisterhood, and Godmothers series, as well as dozens of other novels and novellas. There are over seventy-five million copies of her books in print. Fern Michaels has built and funded several large day-care centers in her hometown, and is a passionate animal lover who has outfitted police dogs across the country with special bulletproof vests. She shares her home in South Carolina with her four dogs and a resident ghost named Mary Margaret. Visit her website at fernmichaels.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Late Edition, the third book in The Godmothers series, was longlisted for a SIBA Award. • Starting with the 2016 reissues of The Scoop and Exclusive, we have been relaunching The Godmothers series with new covers and more targeted promotion than the series received the first time around. Kensington will reissue two novels in the series every year, leading up to the 2018 release of the new, final novel in The Godmothers series. • The Godmothers series, with its mix of adventure and more mature protagonists, can be described as “The Golden Girls meets Charlie’s Angels.” • Fern Michaels has had 91 consecutive New York Times and/or USA Today bestsellers, and her work has been translated into over 20 languages.
MARKETING PLANS • Print and online advertising • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Email marketing and eNewsletter promotions • Cross-promotion with Fern’s 2018 releases via yearlong marketing campaign
BELLA FORTUNA Rosanna Chiofalo
A warm, enchanting novel set in New York and Venice, Bella Fortuna explores the dynamics of first love, luck, and second chances, while also paying tribute to both the Italian American culture with strong, stereotype-defying characters and evocative descriptions. As the novel’s main character, a dressmaker named Valentina DeLuca, travels from her close-knit New York neighborhood to Italy for her own wedding, readers are transported from the sidewalks of Queens to the canals of Venice in a story of love, luck and Italian American culture.
Valentina DeLuca has made hundreds of brides’ dreams come true. At Sposa Rosa, the Astoria, New York, boutique where she, her sisters, and their mother design and sew couture knock-off gowns, she can find the perfect style for even the most demanding customer. Now, it’s her turn. Valentina has loved Michael Carello ever since he rescued her from a cranky shopkeeper when she was ten years-old. He’s handsome, chivalrous, and loyal. And in a few weeks, she’s going to marry him—in Venice.
PUBLISHING HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback 9/12 (978-0-7582-6653-8)
Praise for Rosanna Chiofalo “Well-drawn characters and wedding fashion details make this debut women’s fiction/romance hybrid a charmer.”
—BookPage
“Chiofalo, a first-generation Italian-American whose parents emigrated from Sicily in the 1960s, brings the Italian immigrant community and neighborhoods richly to life.”
—Publishers Weekly
“Chiofalo’s debut is an inspiring read about second chances with love after tremendous heartbreak… Readers with Italian-American backgrounds will definitely eat this one up!”
—RT Book Reviews
“Reading Rosanna Chiofalo’s depiction of a modern Italian-American family is like digging into a fresh bowl of pasta—warm, welcome, and satisfying. A deeply felt debut that affirms the importance of friends and family—Italian-style.”
—Lisa Verge Higgins, author of The Proper Care and Maintenance of Friendship
Rosanna Chiofalo is also the author of Stella Mia, Carissima, and Rosalia’s Bittersweet Pastry Shop. An avid traveler, she enjoys setting her novels in the countries she’s visited. A first-generation Italian American, her novels also draw on her rich cultural background. When she isn’t traveling or daydreaming about her characters, Rosanna keeps busy testing out new recipes in her kitchen. She lives in New York City with her husband. Readers can visit her website at rosannachiofalo.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS
MARKETING PLANS
• A first-generation Italian American whose parents emigrated from Sicily to New York in the early 1960s, Rosanna Chiofalo draws on her personal experiences and family history for her novels. • Chiofalo is one of the few contemporary female authors whose novels focus on Italian American heroines. Originally published to much acclaim in 2012, Bella Fortuna is her debut novel. • Rosanna Chiofalo’s novels appeal to armchair travelers as well as fans of novels by Adriana Trigiani. • Kensington has had much success with its $9.95 repackages, by authors such as Holly Chamberlin (The Friends We Keep) and Peter Pezzelli (Francesca’s Kitchen). We will be releasing this one in advance of Chiofalo’s fifth novel, The Sunflower Girl (Kensington TP, 8/18).
• Online advertising • Social media advertising and promotions • Email and eNewsletter marketing • Cross-promotion with The Sunflower Girl (Kensington TP, 8/18)
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Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1638-5 U.S./Canadian Price: $9.95/$10.95 Rights: World Pages: 384 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 15/16 Pack: 40 Author’s Residence: Forest Hills, NY eBook ISBN: 978-0-7582-7986-6
But just when she thinks everything is falling into place, Valentina is forced to re-examine her life to see what truly makes her happy. And as she soon learns, in a place as magical as Venice, what seems like misfortune can turn out to be anything but, although who knows what may be waiting around the next corner? The chance to enjoy a moonlit gondola ride, to sip Prosecco in St. Mark’s Square, to eat mouthwatering gelato, to put aside “sensible” for once and see where the warm Italian breezes guide her as she visits all the sights she’s dreamed of: The Doge’s Palace, Il Rialto, the little islands of Murano and Burano. And maybe, along the way, to discover that bella fortuna—good luck—isn’t what you’re given, but what you make.
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THE ACCIDENTAL MISTRESS Justice Hustlers Aya de León
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Aya de León’s Justice Hustlers series has been described as “a rallying cry” (The Washington Post) and praised for its “poetic and savvy descriptions of women’s inner and external challenges that are reminiscent of Sister Souljah’s or Ntozake Shange’s work” (Bitch Magazine). Perfect for readers looking for a feminist twist on urban soap operas by Niobia Bryant and Kiki Swinson, Aya de León returns with her third novel featuring two gorgeous sisters.
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Sisters from Trinidad, Violet and Lily have never had much in common. Stunning Lily arrives undocumented in New York and makes her way as a stripper. But Harvard-educated Violet is this close to the perfect assimilated life, thanks to a prestigious job, and her rich bougie fiancé…Until she aids a woman in trouble, and is mistaken for a notorious strip-club mogul’s mistress. And when she’s wrongly accused of helping him embezzle millions of his workers’ earnings, Violet loses everything—except the determination to get her life back.
Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1576-0 U.S./Canadian Price: $12.95/$13.95 Rights: World Pages: 352 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 27/32 Pack: 40 Author’s Residence: Berkeley, CA eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1578-4 SALES HISTORY Dafina Trade Paperback The Boss 6/17 (978-1-4967-0474-0) Uptown Thief 8/16 (978-1-4967-0470-2)
Now Violet’s on his track with the help of his vengeful ex-wife and the Lower East Side Women’s Health Clinic’s resourceful crew—which includes Lily. But a dashing longtime friend hungering for Violet’s love, along with the mogul’s all-too-real psychotic mistress, put the group’s killer schemes at risk. And as Violet and Lily struggle to finally understand each other, they have only one shot to get justice for those who need it most.
Praise for Aya de León’s Justice Hustlers Novels “Uptown Thief is meant to be a page-turner we can dive into for an escape from poverty sexism and racism, but also a rallying cry to toss out those systems and rewrite the rules.”
—The Washington Post on Uptown Thief
“Big money, an escort service, and a skillful heist are the sizzling ingredients for Aya de León’s debut novel Uptown Thief.”
—L.A. Book Review on Uptown Thief
“This well-written and enjoyable installment in de León’s unique, feminist, urban crime fiction series, Justice Hustlers (Uptown Thief, 2016), infuses satisfying power in both plot and character. Readers will embrace this heist story with heart and its hero Tyesha, a smart yet fallible professional and champion for struggling women. León, who is also a poet, social commentator, and head of the Poetry for the People program at UC Berkeley, is a crime writer to watch.”
—Booklist, STARRED REVIEW, on The Boss
“Sexy. Scandalous. Suspenseful. Book two in de Leon’s Justice Hustlers series is an honest and authentic stand-alone read that quickly captures the reader’s attention. The street-smart heroine heroically takes on pimps, mobsters, drug pins and bad boy rappers.”
—RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars, on The Boss
“There is a dearth of Latino/Latina characters in urban fiction, and this author’s hard-hitting tale is a welcome addition.”
—Library Journal on Uptown Thief
Aya de León teaches creative writing in UC Berkeley’s African American Studies Department. Her work has been acclaimed in the Village Voice, the Washington Post, and American Theatre magazine. Her writing has been featured in Guernica, Essence®, Ebony, The Huffington Post, xoJane and Bitch Magazine. She is an alumna of Cave Canem and VONA. Visit her online at ayadelon.com, on Twitter @AyadeLeon, or on Facebook.
KEY SELLING POINTS
MARKETING PLANS
• A sexy, smart urban fiction novel featuring a well-rounded multicultural cast of characters, Aya de León’s third novel follows the success of Uptown Thief and The Boss. • de León, who is also a poet, social commentator, and head of the Poetry for the People program at UC Berkeley, is an awesome self-promoter and networker. She has toured extensively as a spoken word poet and she’s long married the arts with social justice activism in her work. She’s been featured on Def Poetry, Essence®, xojane.com, Writers Digest, Women’s Day, Bitch Magazine, and HuffPostLive. • Like the dramedy Orange is the New Black, Aya de León’s novel features smart, likeable main and secondary characters that are on the wrong side of the law, a multicultural cast of characters, and an edgy, soapy storyline that has wide appeal. • Uptown Thief won first place in urban fiction for the 2017 Independent Publisher Book Awards and was an International Latino Book Awards nominee.
• Advance readers copies • Print and online advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Author appearances and promotion at select conventions • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Outreach to African American bookclubs • Cross-promotion with The Boss (Dafina MM, 5/18)
THE ONE I’VE WAITED FOR The Crystal Series
Mary B. Morrison Now available in paperback! In New York Times bestselling author Mary B. Morrison’s unforgettable series, the fiercely sexy Crystal women bring ultimate drama and shattering choices home with a vengeance…
Now that she’s happily married-for-security, there’s nothing Mercedes Crystal won’t do to hold on to what she’s got. She didn’t sweat it when her rich businessman husband had a down-and-dirty ego-boosting affair. But she’s not going to stand for him falling in love with luscious Arizona Remington—or Arizona unleashing all kinds of shenanigans to keep him. And Mercedes’ take-no-prisoners ways are just what her siblings need to take down all those out to game them…
Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-61773-082-5 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: World Pages: 304 Trim Size: 6 x 9 Spine Size: 3/4 Pack: 36 Author’s Residence: Atlanta, GA eBook ISBN: 978-1-61773-081-8 SALES HISTORY Dafina Trade Paperback Just Can’t Let Go 8/16 (978-1-61773-076-4) Baby, You’re the Best 8/15 (978-1-61773-070-2) PUBLISHING HISTORY Dafina Hardcover 8/17 (978-1-61773-080-1)
Now with her mother and sisters at her back, Devereaux is flipping the script and turning betrayal into beneficial options. And as the scandalous fallouts threaten all the Crystal women’s futures—including sister, Alexis, whose lies are catching up with her, the baby girl, Sandara, whose children’s father demand part of her newfound fortune, and matriarch Blake, who’s struggling to grab her own happy ending—their bond will be tested past its limits…
Praise for The Crystal Series by Mary B. Morrison “Highly amusing and addictive.”
—AAMBC on Baby, You’re the Best “The hot and sassy Crystal women return…An abundance of “OMG, oh no she didn’t” scenes that will leave readers breathless…Some may label Morrison’s bold story shocking, but I’m betting female readers will flock to this lively series and pass copies around to friends.”
—Library Journal on Just Can’t Let Go
“Fast paced…The story itself is entertaining, even for those who did not read the first book in the series.”
—RT Book Reviews on Just Can’t Let Go
“The drama, affairs, and arguments among the large cast play like a television show itself. Morrison makes the Crystals sympathetic and supportive of each other…[readers will] eagerly wait for the next installment.”
—Booklist on Just Can’t Let Go
New York Times bestselling author Mary B. Morrison believes that women should shape their own destiny. Born in Aurora, Illinois, and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, she took a chance and quit her near six-figure government job to self-publish her first book, Soulmates Dissipate, in 2000 and begin her literary career. Mary’s books have appeared on numerous bestseller lists. Mary currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia. Visit Mary Honey B Morrison on Facebook, Twitter @ marybmorrison, and at MaryMorrison.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Like Eric Jerome Dickey and Zane, Mary B. Morrison writes juicy, fast-paced reads. • In addition to the hot sex that Mary’s fans look for, this series delivers an intense story and strong female characters who demonstrate empowerment and growth. • Mary B. Morrison’s novels have been Essence® bestsellers, and When Somebody Loves You Back and She Ain’t The One were New York Times bestsellers.
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Gorgeous Devereaux Crystal has the hottest show on television that demands the majority of her time. She’s in love with her financially challenged fiancé but is tiring of supporting him. Before she walks down the aisle, Mercedes convinces Devereaux to do a background check on Phoenix. The discovery is devastating. Devereaux knows she has to let Phoenix go…and she’ll need every weapon imaginable not to take him back…
MARKETING PLANS • Online advertising • Social media advertising and promotions • Email and eNewsletter marketing • Outreach to African American book clubs
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LIAR, LIAR Lisa Jackson
In this riveting page-turner from #1 New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jackson, a woman searches for the mother she hasn’t seen in twenty years, and uncovers a nightmare of greed and deception…
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In death, Didi Storm is finally getting the kind of publicity that eluded her in life. Twenty years ago, the ex-beauty queen worked the Vegas strip as a celebrity impersonator, too busy to spare much time for her daughter, Remmi. Shortly before she leaped from a San Francisco building, Didi’s profile was rising again, thanks to a tell-all book. To Detective Dani Settler, it looks like a straightforward suicide, or perhaps a promotional stunt gone wrong. But Remmi knows the truth isn’t so simple. Because though the broken body on the sidewalk is dressed in Didi’s clothes and wig, it isn’t Didi. Remmi was fifteen when she last saw her mother. They parted in the aftermath of a terrible night in the Mojave desert when Remmi—who’d hidden in Didi’s car en route to meet her crush, Noah Scott—instead witnessed Didi handing over one of her newborn twins to a strange man. Then Didi disappeared, as did Remmi’s other half-sibling. The authorities have found no clues. Yet Remmi has always sensed that someone is watching her… Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-61773-467-0 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: US, CAN, OM (No EU) Pages: 416 Trim Size: 6 x 9 Spine Size: 1 3/8 Pack: 24 Author’s Residence: Lake Oswego, OR eBook ISBN: 978-1-61773-470-0 SALES HISTORY Kensington Hardcover You Will Pay 6/17 (978-1-61773-466-3) After She’s Gone 1/16 (978-1-61773-465-6) Close to Home 9/14 (978-0-7582-5859-5) Tell Me 7/13 (978-0-7582-5858-8)
Remmi is shocked when Noah resurfaces. He was also in the desert that night, and now runs his own PI firm. He too believes it’s time to find out what happened. As they and Detective Settler dig deeper, the truth about Remmi’s missing family begins to emerge—a story of ruthless ambition and lies that someone will kill again and again to keep hidden…
Praise for Lisa Jackson’s Standalone Suspense Novels “This suspenseful thriller is packed with jaw-dropping twists.”
—InTouch, Grade A for You Will Pay
“If you tend to reach for a twisty, intense thriller for your beach reads, then this is the book for you. From #1 New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jackson, You Will Pay will have you glued to the storyline.”
—Martha Stewart Weddings on You Will Pay
“Jackson generates near-constant suspense…With moderate gore, a hint of romance, and many dynamic female characters, After She’s Gone is a sure bet for Jackson’s popular blend of women’s fiction and suspense.”
—Booklist on After She’s Gone
“Combining the hot genre of dark, female-driven suspense (think The Girl on the Train) with the evergreen topic of sibling rivalry, Lisa Jackson’s After She’s Gone takes readers along for the chase.”
—BookPage on After She’s Gone
“Absolutely tension-filled. Jackson is on top of her game.”
—Suspense Magazine on Tell Me
“Jackson puts her touch on this dark thriller and tale of forbidden romance…crammed with suspects and a palpable air of creepiness.”
—Kirkus Reviews on You Don’t Want to Know
“Lisa Jackson again proves herself a master of gothic suspense…a virtuoso of mystery, providing readers with suspects galore, motives real and unreal, psychological complexity, jolting revelations, and a blockbuster windup.”
—Mystery Scene on You Don’t Want to Know
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9/14 (978-0-7582-5859-5)
7/13 (978-0-7582-5858-8)
KEY SELLING POINTS • Lisa Jackson has over 30 million copies of her books in print in twenty languages worldwide. • With a plot incorporating the mysterious death of a former beauty queen, an abandoned daughter and missing twins, this Pacific Northwest-set suspense has a lot to offer thriller fans. • While Lisa Jackson has a strong female readership, she also appeals to male thriller readers who enjoy such authors as Harlan Coben, Jonathan Kellerman, and John Sandford. • Lisa Jackson also appeals to female thriller readers who don’t necessary read “romantic suspense” but do read female thriller authors such as Patricia Cornwell and Kathy Reichs.
MARKETING PLANS • Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Podcast sponsorship campaign • Book trailer and pre-roll video advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Early buzz campaign with pre-pub advertising
© Shelby Kohler Photography
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Lisa Jackson is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of over ninety-five novels, including You Will Pay, After She’s Gone, Deserves to Die, You Don’t Want to Know, Running Scared, and Shiver. She is also the co-author of the Colony Series, written with her sister and bestselling author Nancy Bush, as well as the collaborative novels Sinister and Ominous, written with Nancy Bush and Rosalind Noonan. There are over thirty million copies of her novels in print and her writing has been translated into twenty languages. She lives with her family and three rambunctious dogs in the Pacific Northwest. Readers can visit her website at lisajackson.com and find her on Facebook.
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LITTLE SISTER Isabel Ashdown
A missing child. A broken mother. A sister who doesn’t remember a thing. Bestselling British author Isabel Ashdown’s US debut is a gripping, twisty thriller about family secrets and betrayal that asks the question: if you can’t trust your sister, then who can you trust?
It was just that way when Jess and her older sister, Emily, were children. Born barely a year apart, they were deeply entwined, complementing each other in their differences. When Jess felt awkward and shy, Emily, the consummate big sister, was happy to take the lead. After a long estrangement, they’ve become close again. Jess moves into the comfortable Isle of Wight home Emily shares with her husband, step-daughter, and toddler. Any misgivings about the past are swept away and forgotten.
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And then, on New Year’s Eve, little Daisy disappears while in Jess’ care.
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Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1477-0 U.S. Price: $26.00 Rights: US Only Pages: 304 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 3/4 Pack: 32 Author’s Residence: West Sussex, UK eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1478-7
Jess is in shock, unable to remember what happened. Emily, traumatized, watches helplessly as her life unravels. But as the search intensifies and the police detective’s questions grow more pointed, a different picture emerges. Behind the image of a seemingly happy family—Daisy’s doting teenage sister, Chloe, loving father and husband, James, and siblings Emily and Jess—there are devastating deceptions and long-ago choices that can never be unmade. And underlying everything is the story of what really happened to drive Emily and Jess apart years ago. Unfolding through shifting perspectives, Little Sister is a brilliantly plotted, dark, and constantly surprising tale of love, rivalry, and broken loyalty that reveals how far one sister might go to protect—or destroy—another…
Praise for Isabel Ashdown’s Little Sister “A missing baby girl, a marriage ravaged by mistrust, a sibling rivalry with a very dark heart: Little Sister had me gripped from start to finish.”
—Louise Candlish, author of The Swimming Pool
“Isabel’s fantastic writing constantly had me changing my mind, guessing, then reevaluating everything I’d read. I adored this book.”
—Lisa Cutts, author of Mercy Killing
“A brilliant twisty and compelling story about family secrets and betrayal that draws you in right from the first page. This book had me totally gripped!”
—Sam Carrington, author of Saving Sophie “A compulsive read.”
—The Sun (U.K.)
Isabel Ashdown was born in London and grew up on the south coast of England. The opening of her debut novel, Glasshopper, published in the U.K., won the Mail on Sunday Novel Competition. Today, she writes full-time, walks daily, and volunteers in a local school for the charity Pets as Therapy. Isabel lives in Sussex with her carpenter husband, their two children and dogs Charlie and Leonard. Readers can visit her website at isabelashdown.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS
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• Little Sister will appeal to fans of dark psychological thrillers, such as The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware, The Couple Next Door by Shari Lapena, I Let You Go by Clare MacIntosh and What She Knew by Gilly Macmillan. • Little Sister has all the ingredients of a dark women’s fiction/ psychological thriller with huge commercial potential: a missing baby; a husband with a dark secret and a suffocating, isolated setting which mirrors the internal landscapes of our protagonists. • Readers will be kept on edge by the shifting perspectives until they learn what really happened the night baby Daisy disappeared…as well as the secret that divided Emily and Jess for so many years. • Little Sister was a bestseller in the U.K. when it was released by Orion/Trapeze in July 2017. • Ashdown’s debut novel, Glasshopper, was named one of the Best Books of 2009 by both the Observer and the London Evening Standard (UK).
• Advance reading copies • Print, online and podcast advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Blog tour and targeted blogger outreach • Early buzz campaign with pre-pub advertising • Books on the Subway partnership and giveaways • Book club outreach and targeted marketing • Summer reads promotions • YPG Mailing • #ShareWithYourSister campaign
RUFF JUSTICE A Melanie Travis Mystery Laurien Berenson
It’s spring dog show season and as the proud parent of prize-winning poodles, Melanie Travis knows how to handle fierce competition. But when a designer of high-end dog accessories turns up strangled by one of her dazzling custom collars, it’ll take every trick in the book to outsmart a murderer who refuses to lose…
With the excitement of the spring dog show season sweeping Connecticut, Melanie is determined to help her son finally lead his Standard Poodle toward a championship title. Aunt Peg even skips the judging panel to exhibit a pup of her own, and she’s set on standing out from the pack with a handmade leash from Jasmine Crane, a talented canine portrait artist who also crafts stunning accessories for discriminating show-goers. Jasmine’s handiwork is to die for—but Aunt Peg didn’t expect to discover the woman murdered behind the concession booth, strangled by one of her dazzling custom creations…
SALES HISTORY Kensington Hardcover Wagging Through the Snow 10/17 (978-1-4967-1298-1) Murder at the Puppy Fest 7/17 (978-1-4967-0342-2) Live and Let Growl 8/16 (978-1-4967-0338-5) The Bark Before Christmas 10/15 (978-0-7582-8458-7)
Praise for Laurien Berenson’s Melanie Travis Canine Mystery Series “Dive into this rollicking mystery investigating the death of a dog-loving philanthropist…bring this one on your summer vacation!”
—Modern Dog on Murder at the Puppy Fest
“Melanie’s engaging narration, with its slightly sarcastic flair, makes her utterly relatable. Fans will roll over with joy, and new cozy readers will likely scoop up the rest of the series.”
—Publishers Weekly on Death of a Dog Whisperer “Fresh, intelligent, and enjoyable.”
—Booklist on Live and Let Growl “Berenson, who has a nose for balancing fun and fright, devises another story that will appeal to dog aficionados and cozy lovers alike.”
—Kirkus Reviews on Gone with the Woof
“A wonderful novel. Even better if you read it with a dog on your lap.”
—Suspense Magazine on Gone with the Woof
“Canine lovers will best appreciate this installment.”
—Publishers Weekly on Live and Let Growl
“Cozy mystery fans and dog lovers will lap this one up.”
—Library Journal on The Bark Before Christmas
JULY 2018 KENSINGTON HARDCOVER
Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-0346-0 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: WORLD Pages: 304 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 1 Pack: 36 Author’s Residence: Versailles, KY eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-0347-7
Another shockwave ripples through the close-knit show community when Amanda, Aunt Peg’s longtime dog sitter and a renter on Jasmine’s property, ominously vanishes that same day. While nosing around for clues, Melanie suspects a dangerous connection between Amanda’s disappearance and the homicide case—a hunch that grows as her investigation reveals sketchy secrets about the late artist. Juggling a demanding teaching job, the pressures of the show ring, and a daunting suspect list, Melanie finds herself entangled in a mindboggling murder mystery…and hot on the trail of a desperate killer…
“Berenson cleverly weaves in interesting details about different breeds and showmanship. Fans of Miranda James’ Cat in the Stacks series may also enjoy Berenson.”
—Booklist on Death of a Dog Whisperer
Laurien Berenson is an Agatha and Macavity nominee, winner of the RT Book Reviewers’ Choice Award, and four-time winner of the Maxwell Award, presented by the Dog Writers Association of America. She and her husband live on a farm in Kentucky surrounded by dogs and horses. Readers can visit her website at LaurienBerenson.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS
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• Ruff Justice is the 22nd installment in Laurien Berenson’s playful canine mystery series and popularity continues to build with each new release. • Laurien Berenson is an Agatha and Macavity nominee, winner of the RT Book Reviewers’ Choice Award, and a four-time winner of the Maxwell Award for fiction, presented by the Dog Writers Association of America. • The Melanie Travis series has long been one of the most popular animal-themed cozy series around, and fans always eagerly await each new installment. The fresh packaging with photographic covers featuring adorable dogs helps Berenson’s books stand out among other cozies.
• Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising campaign • Giveaways and partnerships with dog lover groups • Library specific marketing and outreach • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Outreach to special interest groups and dog lover organizations • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Email marketing and features in Killer Cozies eNewsletter
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SCORPION STRIKE A Jonathan Grave Thriller John Gilstrap
Like Brad Thor, Vince Flynn, David Baldacci, and Brad Meltzer, New York Times bestselling author John Gilstrap takes readers inside the corridors of power in Washington, D.C., with page-turning excitement. As his thrillers continue to soar in popularity, Jonathan Grave must stop a nefarious villain and defend himself against his most personal threat to date—while thwarting a conspiracy that could bring America to her knees.
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Jonathan Grave and Gail Bonneville are relaxing at the luxurious Crystal Sands Resort when gunmen attack. Guests are rounded up and herded into the club house. But when the attackers burst into Jonathan and Gail’s bungalow, they get a harsh surprise. Jonathan kills them both with a knife. Jonathan and Gail steal the gunmen’s weapons and communications gear and set out into the jungle—first to survive, next to figure out what’s going on—and then to strike back.
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Two others have escaped the deadly assault. 18-year-old Tyler Stratton is a permanent resident of the resort, the stepson of the island’s owner. He and his girlfriend Annie join forces with Jonathan and Gail to gather intel and develop a plan. Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1815-0 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: World Pages: 512 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 9/16 Pack: 24 Author’s Residence: Fairfax, VA eBook ISBN: 978-0-7860-3981-4
Praise for John Gilstrap
SALES HISTORY Kensington Hardcover Final Target 7/17 (978-1-4967-1269-1)
—Suspense Magazine on Friendly Fire
“Thriller Award-winner Gilstrap’s exciting eighth outing for hostage rescue specialist Jonathan Grave… Fans of epic adventure stories will find plenty to like.”
—Publishers Weekly on Final Target
“Gilstrap does an excellent job of putting the reader in the front row of his books. Taking sharp turns at a high rate speed adds to the already tension filled story, that never slows down to give the reader a chance to catch their breath. It’s difficult to say that Friendly Fire is Gilstrap’s best Jonathan Grave book, because all his books are top notch. However if you only read one book this summer, make sure it’s Friendly Fire, and be ready to be strapped in for the ride of your life.” “Series enthusiasts and those who prefer a less graphic presentation of violence are bound to enjoy this new thriller.”
—Library Journal on Against All Enemies “The book is fast paced and well plotted.”
—Booklist on Final Target
“Gilstrap’s prose is the taut, fast-moving stuff of the best of action novels: unapologetically masculine, a bit profane, punctuated with the violent mayhem the plot promises and usually involving a nefarious high-ranking government official behind it all, which explains the shaded Washington landmarks on the covers.”
—Northern Virginia Magazine
7/17 (978-1-4967-1269-1)
KEY SELLING POINTS • Both the hardcover and premium mass market editions of Scorpion Strike—Gilstrap’s ninth Jonathan Graves novel—will be released simultaneously in July 2018. • Gilstrap’s books have been translated into more than 20 languages. • John Gilstrap’s thriller Against All Enemies won the International Thriller Writers award for best paperback original of 2015. Threat Warning was a finalist for the 2011 ITW Award for Best Paperback and No Mercy was nominated as a finalist for the 2010 ITW Award for Best Paperback.
MARKETING PLANS • Advance reading copies • Print, online and podcast advertising • Select trade advertising • Author appearances and promotions at select conventions • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and interview coverage
© Kent Kiser
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John Gilstrap is the New York Times bestselling author of more than fourteen novels, including the acclaimed Jonathan Grave thrillers. Against All Enemies won the International Thriller Writers’ Award for Best Paperback of 2015. His books have been translated into more than twenty languages worldwide. An expert in explosives safety and a former firefighter, he holds a Master’s degree from the University of Southern California and a bachelor’s degree from the College of William and Mary. He lives in Fairfax, Virginia. Please visit him on Facebook or at johngilstrap.com.
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A LADY’S GUIDE TO ETIQUETTE AND MURDER A Countess of Harleigh Mystery Dianne Freeman
KENSINGTON HARDCOVER JULY 2018
In A Lady’s Guide to Etiquette and Murder, the Victorian version of Aurora Teagarden investigates murder in the aristocratic world of Edith Wharton, introducing readers to Countess Frances Wynn and her society cohorts. With some romantic undertones, this historical mystery hits all the high notes: elites behaving badly, historical intrigue, and female independence. Perfect for fans of fans of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Jane Austen alike.
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After a year-long mourning period following the death of her philandering husband, Frances Wynn, Countess of Harleigh, believes herself finally free of her money-grubbing late husband’s family. With her young daughter in tow, Frances gets a home in London—a single woman on her own, quite the scandal! With her younger sister Lily coming in from America for the London season, Frances is going to need her money, her patience, and some investigative prowess to prevent her heiress sister from rushing into marriage with just any English lord. Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1687-3 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: World Pages: 304 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 1 Pack: 36 Author’s Residences: Scottsdale, AZ (October to May), Allen Park, MI (June to September) eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1689-7
But then the Metropolitan police receive an anonymous letter implicating Frances as her husband’s murderer and a series of thefts occur among the London society elite, bringing more death to Frances’ doorstep. As a pampered aristocrat, Frances’ skills center on flower arranging and seating charts. Now she must call on her wits, her dashing neighbor George, and a circle of gossiping friends and enemies to flush out a killer before Lily marries him—or Frances becomes his next victim!
Advanced Praise for A Lady’s Guide to Etiquette and Murder “Lady Harleigh must rally the support of friends and an attractive neighbor to untangle her affairs in this engrossing tale of aristocratic intrigue. Freeman vividly portrays the opulence of late Victorian life among the British upper crust as Lady Harleigh takes us into the exclusive ballrooms and drawing rooms of London society in 1899. Deception and trickery abound and nothing is exactly as it seems.”
—Rosemary Simpson, author of Lies That Comfort and Betray
“Dianne Freeman has penned a mystery that’s witty and fun, with just the right amount of danger and romance to keep you turning pages.”
—Alyssa Maxwell, author of A Devious Death
Dianne Freeman is a life-long book lover who left the world of corporate finance to pursue her passion for writing, and the endless summer. She and her husband split their time between Michigan and Arizona where you can find her indulging in a good read, or hard at work on the next Countess of Harleigh mystery. She is a member of Sisters in Crime and Historical Novel Society. Readers can visit her website at difreeman.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS
MARKETING PLANS
• The first in a new Victorian-era, city-set historical mystery series, A Lady’s Guide to Etiquette and Murder is a fun, witty debut populated by a cast of endearingly amusing characters. • A Lady’s Guide to Etiquette and Murder will appeal to readers of historical mysteries, fans of the Victorian and Edwardian eras and Downton Abby fans. It will also appeal to fans of Tasha Alexander, Rhys Bowen, Carola Dunn, and Alyssa Maxwell.
• Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Select events in Michigan and Arizona • Library marketing and special mailings • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Social media advertising and promotions • Feature in Kensington’s Fresh Voices and New Series campaigns
THE SUMMER NANNY Holly Chamberlin
Set against the beautiful backdrop of coastal Maine, bestselling author Holly Chamberlin’s heartwarming novel tells of friendship, family, lessons learned, and newfound love—all under a summer sky…
Every June, the quiet beach town of Ogunquit is overtaken by wealthy families who hire local young women like Amy Latimer and Hayley Franklin to care for their children. Best friends since childhood, Amy and Hayley are eager to secure lucrative summer jobs. Amy wants to finance her upcoming move to Boston. Hayley hopes to squirrel away enough money so that her mom can finally leave her abusive husband. Amy is immediately in thrall to her dynamic boss, Cressida Prior, so different from Amy’s mother, Leda. Though skilled at creating tapestries and rugs, Leda lacks confidence. But one thing she does know, after a painful summer long ago as a nanny herself, is how damaging a manipulative boss can be.
Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-0156-5 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: World Pages: 352 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 27/30 Pack: 40 Author’s Residence: Portland, ME eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-0157-2 SALES HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback Home for the Summer 7/17 (978-1-4967-0154-1) Seashell Season 7/16 (978-1-4967-0152-7) Summer With My Sisters 7/15 (978-0-7582-7538-7) The Beach Quilt 7/14 (978-0-7582-7536-3)
But the passing weeks bring complications and revelations, altering friendships, testing the bond between mothers and daughters, and proving that the ripples from a single season can last forever…
Praise for Holly Chamberlin’s Summer Novels “Novels centered around family dynamics can be some of the most interesting, especially after you just went through a big milestone with your own family. Taking place in Maine, this story explores three generations of women in one family, as they ride the waves of bittersweet memories, bonds, and moving on, all while banding together.”
—Martha Stewart Weddings (6 Novels for Your Honeymoon) on Home for the Summer
“A great summer read but with substance. It will find a wide audience in its exploration of sisterhood, family, and loss.”
—Library Journal on Summer With My Sisters “An emotional ride.”
—SpaWeek on The Beach Quilt “Nostalgia over real-life friendships lost and regained pulls readers into the story.”
—USA Today on Summer Friends
“The Summer Everything Changed will draw you in; this kind of abusive relationship truly can happen to anyone, and readers will find themselves trying to read faster and faster in order to keep up with Isobel’s rapidly deteriorating relationship. Well-written and full of engaging characters, this is a great novel that is worth picking up.”
—The San Francisco Book Review on The Summer Everything Changed
“An enjoyable summer read, but it’s more. It is a novel for all seasons that adds to the enduring excitement of Ogunquit.”
—The Maine Sunday Telegram on Summer Friends
Holly Chamberlin was born and raised in New York City. After earning a Master’s degree in English Literature from New York University and working as an editor in the publishing industry for ten years, she moved to Boston, married and became a freelance editor and writer. She and her husband now live in downtown Portland, Maine, in a restored mid-nineteenth-century brick townhouse with Betty, the most athletic, beautiful and intelligent cat in the world. Readers can visit her website at hollychamberlin.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS
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• Beach themed women’s fiction always sells well. Each summer Elin Hilderbrand (Little Brown), Nancy Thayer (Ballantine) and Mary Kay Andrews (St. Martin’s) come out with summer themed beach novels in hardcover. • Holly Chamberlin sets all her beach novels in Maine, where she lives, much in the same way that Elin Hilderbrand sets all of her novels in Nantucket, where she lives.
• Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Summer reads promotions • Outreach to reading groups, book clubs, and women’s fiction websites • Email marketing and eNewsletter promotions • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Books on the Subway partnership and giveaways
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Hayley’s employers, Jon and Marisa Whitby, are loving parents to their two-year-old twins. Jon also has a grown son by a previous marriage. Ethan is kind, handsome, and not least, wealthy. For the first time, Hayley, usually so selfless, can’t help seeing him as an opportunity.
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PORTRAIT OF A SISTER Laura Bradford
Two Amish sisters, who made vastly different choices in life, are forced to come together after the death of their mother. One sister has chosen the Amish life, while the other enjoys the freedoms of an “English” lifestyle. National bestselling author Laura Bradford delivers a poignant novel of what it means to be torn between two worlds, the duty of family, and the desires of one’s own heart.
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Katie has always imagined her life being just like Mamm’s. It’s why she chose baptism and why she’ll soon marry Abram Zook. But ever since Hannah left, the only thing that truly makes Katie smile is the sketchpad in which she indulges her talent for drawing faces—a sin that, if discovered, could get her shunned by her family, her friends, and even Abram. Yet Katie sees her secret pastime as the only way to quiet a growing restlessness she’d just as soon ignore. That is until their Mamm’s untimely death brings Hannah back home to Pennsylvania, with a new outlook on life, a man she adores, and soon, an invitation for Katie to visit her in New York City.
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Suddenly, Katie is experiencing a freedom she’s never had, in a world she never imagined. She’s also spending time in the company of a fellow dreamer, someone who sees her as strong and brave and makes her laugh. But it’s when Hannah shows Katie’s drawings to a gallery owner that she truly finds herself at a crossroads between the only life she’s ever known and the powerful lure of an unfamiliar future. Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1646-0 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: World Pages: 320 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 25/32 Pack: 48 Author’s Residence: Mohegan Bay, NY eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1647-7
Praise for Laura Bradford “The best cozy mystery debut I’ve read this year.”
—Harlan Coben on Hearse & Buggy
“Laura Bradford has done it again….This scrumptious new series is not to be missed!”
—New York Times bestselling author, Paige Shelton on Éclair and Present Danger “All of the books in this series are wonderful.”
—Open Book Society
“Laura Bradford’s mysteries of the Amish lifestyle and a small town reveal the human heart.”
—Lesa’s Book Critiques
• The Amish are a bestselling subject in inspirational romance. Portrait of a Sister contains the same uplifting themes and trials of faith but in a women’s fiction package, which makes the book stand out in the marketplace. • Portrait of a Sister is aimed at the ABA mainstream audience but will have plenty of crossover appeal to Christian and conservative readers. • With two series currently being published at Berkley, one set in the Amish world, Laura has a solid fanbase in this genre with tons of fans always on the lookout for her next book. A master of cozy mysteries in addition to romance and women’s fiction, Laura has a proven track record of connecting with readers and turning them into cross-genre fans. • Laura Bradford is an RT Book Reviewer’s Choice Award winner and an Agatha Award nominee.
• Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Social media advertising and promotions • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Featured in Bouquet marketing program and outreach to Christian readers • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Blog tour and ongoing blogger outreach • Feature in Kensington’s New Series program
Laura Bradford is the national bestselling author of the Tobi Tobias Mystery Series, the Emergency Dessert Squad Mysteries, the Amish Mysteries, and the Southern Sewing Circle Mysteries (written as Elizabeth Lynn Casey) with Penguin Random House. Laura is a former Agatha Award nominee, and the recipient of an RT Book Reviewer’s Choice Award in romance. A graduate of Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio, Laura enjoys making memories with her family, baking, playing games, and catching up with friends. Visit her at laurabradford.com.
© Carrie Schechter Studios
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THE PERFECT FAMILY Samantha King
Relentlessly twisting, Samantha King’s dark debut novel is a high-concept, hypnotic slice of psychological suspense in which even the happiest family can be plunged into the nightmare of making an impossible choice…
Maddie Castle is broken. Ever since the tragedy that struck on her twins’ tenth birthday, she’s been trying to fit the pieces together, to get back to the life she led before. Maddie, her husband, Dom, and their children, Aidan and Annabel, lived in a comfortable home on a quiet street in a London suburb. Life was busy and satisfying. They were happy. Weren’t they?
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Now, a disoriented and grieving Maddie floats like a ghost through each day, hardly sleeping, eating, or speaking. It’s easier to stay locked in her own head than to torment herself by reliving what happened. And yet, the harder Maddie tries to pin down her memories, the more they slip out of reach. Is her guilt and remorse justified? Is it Maddie’s fault that everything was ripped apart? Or could it be that the real terror is still to come?
Praise for The Perfect Family Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1535-7 U.S. Price: $15.95 Rights: US Only Pages: 304 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 3/4 Pack: 48 Author’s Residence: London, England eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1536-4
“A beautifully written, chilling psychological thriller. Taunt, tense and very clever with twists I didn’t see coming…An original, clever story…definitely one to watch out for.”
—Claire Douglas, Sunday Times bestselling author
“I raced through [The Perfect Family]…first-class writing! A definite contender for a top 2017 read. It is BRILLIANT! Refreshingly different, and actually quite disturbing. I loved it!”
—Bestselling author Lisa Hall
“Samantha’s writing draws you in right from the first page, with a mystery at its heart that packs a devastating emotional punch.”
—Bestselling author Eleanor Moran
Samantha King is a former editor and a qualified psychotherapist. After her childhood in the south-west of England, teenage years spent in the north-east and student days somewhere in between, she finally settled in west London where she enjoyed a career publishing other people’s books, before going freelance and surrendering to a long-time urge to write her own. She lives with her husband and two young children, who inspired her to write The Perfect Family, her debut novel. Readers can find her on Facebook @SamanthaKingBooks or follow her on Twitter at @SamKingBooks.
KEY SELLING POINTS • The Perfect Family will appeal to fans of dark psychological thrillers and GripLit such as The Couple Next Door by Shari Lapena, I Let You Go by Clare MacIntosh What She Knew by Gilly Macmillan, and The Widow by Fiona Barton. • Dark psychosocial suspense thrillers are currently riding high on bestsellers list in England and here in the United States. • The Perfect Family is poised to become an international bestseller, with UK, German, Italian, Dutch, Czech, Polish, and Hungarian rights sold!
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MARKETING PLANS • Advance reading copies • Print, online, and podcast advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and interview coverage • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Library marketing and special mailings • Books on the Subway partnership and distribution • Independent bookseller advertising and ARC mailing • Early buzz campaign with pre-pub advertising • Summer reads promotions • Feature in Kensington’s Fresh Voices marketing campaign • Book club outreach and targeted marketing • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads
TOTAL CONTROL An 11th Hour Novel Jackie Ashenden
With glowing reviews, several concurrent series (in both print and digital) and a recent string of Barnes and Noble bestsellers, Jackie Ashenden is poised to break out bigger than ever. This second book in a new series delivers the high heat level and Alpha Males of her previous books, but with a new military and romantic suspense twist!
Helicopter pilot Kellan Blake has always hated being told what to do, so being discharged from the army for insubordination doesn’t come as much of a surprise. What does surprise him is that when he joins up with the elite, underground 11th Hour squad instead, they send him straight home. The nest of vipers that calls itself his family is the next target for the team’s tech unit, so he’ll either have to brave their traps and deceptions himself—or watch his sweet, shy friend Sabrina walk into them alone…
SALES HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback Raw Power 3/18 (978-1-4967-1632-3) Sin For Me 4/17 (978-1-4967-0394-1) Wrong For Me 12/16 (978-1-4967-0392-7) Dirty for Me 8/16 (978-1-4967-0390-3)
Praise for Jackie Ashenden’s Motor City Royal Series “An intense scorcher of a story that is sure to delight fans and win her a legion of new devotees…Unforgettable.”
—RT Book Reviews, Top Pick, on Dirty for Me
“Tension and heat pervade the frequent sex scenes…Readers will eagerly anticipate future installments in the series.”
—Publishers Weekly on Dirty for Me “Explosively sexy.”
—Heroes & Heartbreakers on Dirty for Me “Ashenden is a master at crafting romances full of blistering tension and overwhelming passion.”
—RT Book Reviews on Sin for Me
Jackie Ashenden lives in Auckland, New Zealand with her husband, the inimitable Dr. Jax, two kids and two cats. When she’s not torturing alpha males and their stubborn heroines, she can be found drinking chocolate martinis, reading anything she can lay her hands on, posting random stuff on her blog, or being forced to go mountain biking with her husband. Visit her on the web at jackieashenden.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS • This is the second in a three-book romantic suspense series focused on ex-military alpha heroes, in hot demand in the current market. • In addition to Kensington, Jackie Ashenden is the author of several ongoing and upcoming series in both print and digital formats, for St. Martin’s, Loveswept, and Harlequin! She is prolific and carries her large fan base across genres and publishers. • Audio rights for the entire 11th Hour series sold to Tantor Media! • This series will be ideal for fans of Maya Banks, Lora Leigh, and Julie Ann Walker. • Jackie Ashenden combines explosive plotlines, complicated characters, and intense passion to reach her readership looking for sensual books with spice, wit, and an element of escapism.
JULY 2018 KENSINGTON TRADE PAPERBACK
Category: Romantic Suspense ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1634-7 U.S./Canadian Price: $9.95/$10.95 Rights: World Pages: 304 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 3/4 Pack: 48 Author’s Residence: Auckland, New Zealand eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1635-4
Sabrina’s no femme fatale, but since there’s no one else with the tech skills to get the info they need, she’ll put on a party dress and take one for the team. But whoever decided she should pretend to be Kellan’s new fiancée hit a little too close to home. How can she concentrate on a dangerous mission when she’s worried about giving away what she really feels for her loyal, passionate, smoking hot partner? At least she isn’t likely to blow their cover. Until she’s in the line of fire, and neither Kellan’s demons nor his heart are hers to tame…
MARKETING PLANS • Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Feature in e-blasts and eNewsletters • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Blog tour and ongoing blogger outreach • Early reviewer promotions through Goodreads, NetGalley, and Kensington’s kLovers program • Social media advertising and promotions
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MURDER AT CHATEAU SUR MER A Gilded Newport Mystery Alyssa Maxwell
In the late nineteenth century, Newport, Rhode Island, is home to some of America’s wealthiest citizens. It’s also the beat of society reporter Emma Cross, a less well-heeled cousin to the illustrious Vanderbilts, who occasionally moonlights in solving murders…
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Covering a polo match for the Observer, Emma’s job is to take note of the real players off the field—Newport’s well-bred elite. But the fashionable façade is breached when a woman in gaudy clothing creates a scene demanding to speak to the wife of Senator George Wetmore— until she is escorted off the grounds by the police. The next morning, police detective Jesse Whyte asks Emma to meet him at the Wetmores’ Bellevue Avenue home, Chateau sur Mer, where the senator’s wife, Edith, has mysteriously asked to see her. Upon entering the mansion, Emma is confronted with a crime scene—the intruder from the polo match lies dead at the foot of a grand staircase.
Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-0330-9 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: World Pages: 304 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 3/4 Pack: 48 Author’s Residence: Coral Springs, FL. eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-0331-6 SALES HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback Pinch of Poison 12/17 (978-1-61773-836-4) Murder At Rough Point 6/17 (978-1-4967-0326-2) Murder Most Malicious 1/16 (978-1-61773-832-6) PUBLISHING HISTORY Kensington Hardcover 8/17 (978-1-4967-0332-3)
To avoid scandal, Edith Wetmore implores Emma to use her reporter skills and her discretion to investigate. When Emma learns the victim was a prostitute—and pregnant—she wonders if the senator was being blackmailed. As Emma peels back layers of deception and family secrets, she may have met her match in a desperate killer who will trample anyone who gets in the way…
Praise for Alyssa Maxwell’s Murder At Rough Point “Pleasantly twisty…will appeal to lovers of atmospheric country house mysteries.”
—Publishers Weekly
“Envy runs rampant among the unique and quirky house guests, adding dimension to Maxwell’s exhilarating tale.”
—RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars
“Maxwell’s pleasantly twisty fifth Gilded Newport mystery…will appeal to lovers of atmospheric country house mysteries.”
—Publishers Weekly
“Emma, a distant Vanderbilt relative, is an interesting, independent career woman in this satisfying first-person account that includes well-drawn characters and is set in 1896, among the lives of the rich and famous.”
—Booklist
Alyssa Maxwell began a love affair with the city of Newport years ago. Time and again the colonial neighborhoods and grand mansions drew her to return, and on one of those later visits she met the man who would become her husband. Always a lover of history, Maxwell found that marrying into a large, generations-old Newport family opened up an exciting new world of historical discovery. Today, she and her husband reside in Florida, but part of her heart remains firmly in that small New England city of great historical significance. For more information please visit alyssamaxwell.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Murder at Chateau Sur Mer is a historical mystery that captures a world, in time and place, that will appeal to the same audiences as those reading Victoria Thompson (Berkley Prime Crime), Anne Perry (Ballantine) and Deanna Raybourn (NAL/Signet). • It will also appeal to readers who have an interest in the Vanderbilts as the author is mixing fact with fiction. • Audio rights and Large Print rights have sold for Murder at Beechwood, Murder at Marble House and Murder at the Breakers.
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MARKETING PLANS • Print and online advertising • Select author events and regional media pitches • Social media advertising and promotions • Cross-promotion with Murder at Ochre Court (Kensington HC, 8/18)
HENRY’S SISTERS Cathy Lamb
In a novel filled with grace, warmth, and courage, Cathy Lamb, the acclaimed author of Julia’s Chocolates, tells the story about family and forgiveness, mothers and daughters, and gaining the wisdom to look ahead while still holding tight to everything that matters most.
Ever since the Bommarito sisters were little girls, their mother, River, has written them a letter on pink paper when she has something especially important to impart. And this time, the message is urgent and impossible to ignore—River requires open-heart surgery, and Isabelle and her sisters are needed at home to run the family bakery and take care of their brother and ailing grandmother. Isabelle has worked hard to leave Trillium River, Oregon, behind as she travels the globe taking award-winning photographs. It’s not that Isabelle hates her family. On the contrary, she and her sisters Cecilia, an outspoken kindergarten teacher, and Janie, a bestselling author, share a deep, loving bond. And all of them adore their brother, Henry, whose disabilities haven’t stopped him from helping out at the bakery and bringing good cheer to everyone in town.
PUBLISHING HISTORY Kensington Mass Market 8/16 (978-1-4967-0784-0) Kensington Trade Paperback 8/09 (978-0-7582-2954-0)
Poignant, funny, and as irresistible as one of the Bommarito sisters’ delicious giant cupcakes, Henry’s Sisters is a novel about family and forgiveness, about mothers and daughters, and about gaining the wisdom to look ahead while still holding tight to everything that matters most.
Praise for Cathy Lamb “Lamb delivers grace, humor and forgiveness…Positively irresistible.”
—Publishers Weekly on Henry’s Sisters
“A compelling family saga…The Language of Sisters boasts a full cast of hilarious relatives…The eclectic personalities neatly balance the dark drama of the sisters’ early life with their struggles and funny moments in the present day. Readers are likely to relate to many problems the sisters face, while also being a little jealous of the Kozlovsky family bond. This funny and poignant saga features three sisters who are part of a huge Russian American family.”
—Shelf Awareness on The Language of Sisters “Powerful.”
—InTouch Weekly (Grade: A) on The Language of Sisters “The joy of this intricate story is following these characters and their warm and compelling development to a gloriously happy ending.”
—Library Journal on The Language of Sisters
“Lamb does not skirt around her heroine’s many problems…writes Stevie’s story with humor and brutal honesty, and the result is an affecting portrait of one woman’s heroic journey from tragedy to her own version of happiness.”
—Booklist on Such a Pretty Face
Cathy Lamb is the acclaimed author of A Different Kind of Normal, The First Day of the Rest of My Life, Henry’s Sisters and Julia’s Chocolates, among others. She has earned advanced degrees in education and brings those insights into her writing. Cathy Lamb currently writes full time and lives with her family in Oregon. Please visit her online at cathylamb.org.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Henry’s Sisters was an Indie Next List selection. • Lamb has a gift for writing uplifting novels with endearing, unusual heroines who must overcome their dysfunctional backgrounds. • One of Cathy Lamb’s most popular novels, Henry’s Sisters is a perfect beach read. • Henry’s Sisters was taken as a Featured Alternate of the Literary Guild, the Doubleday Book Club, Book of the Month Club and Rhapsody Book Club. • Will include an excerpt of the author’s next book, The Man She Married (Kensington TP, 12/18).
MARKETING PLANS • Online advertising • Social media advertising and promotions • Email and eNewsletter marketing
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Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1572-2 U.S./Canadian Price: $9.95/$10.95 Rights: World Pages: 448 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 1 1/32 Pack: 32 Author’s Residence: Beaverton, OR eBook ISBN: 978-0-7582-4480-2
But going home again has a way of forcing open the secrets and hurts that the Bommaritos would rather keep tightly closed—Isabelle’s fleeting and too-frequent relationships, Janie’s obsessive compulsive disorder, and Cecilia’s self-destructive streak and grief over her husband’s death. Working together to look after Henry and save their flagging bakery, Isabelle and her sisters begin to find answers to questions they never knew existed, unexpected ways to salve the wounds of their childhoods, and the courage to grasp surprising new chances at happiness.
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KAPPY KING AND THE PICKLE KAPER Kappy King Mystery Amy Lillard
Kathryn “Kappy” King is happy being a plain-spoken unmarried odd-woman-out in her Pennsylvania Amish hometown. Her talent is making the special kapps local women use to cover their hair. But her skill at uncovering trouble in this quiet valley is about to be truly tested…
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At first, young Sally June Esh’s tragic death doesn’t look like murder. Even in peaceful Blue Sky, collisions between buggies and Englisch cars aren’t unheard of. Still, the Eshes are skilled drivers used to delivering their popular pickles for miles around. And after Kappy notices Sally’s buggy was deliberately run off the road, her ex-Amish friend Edie gets strange texts saying the crash was no accident… Kappy won’t let her community’s silence keep justice from being done. And even though a still-shunned Edie thinks of moving back to the city, she and Kappy start rooting out secrets about the Eshes’ long-time neighbors--and new pickle-producing rivals. But when they learn that Sally’s brother is secretly courting an Englisch girl, their investigation takes a disturbing turn…
Praise for Amy Lillard’s Wells Landing Series Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4201-4299-0 U.S./Canadian Price: $9.95/$10.95 Rights: World Pages: 352 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 27/32 Pack: 40 Author’s Residence: Tulsa, OK eBook ISBN: 978-1-4201-4300-3 SALES HISTORY Zebra Trade Paperback Kappy King and the Puppy Kaper 1/18 (978-1-4201-4297-6)
“Lillard’s evocative prose, well-drawn protagonists, and detailed settings result in an inspirational story of romance, faith, and trust. Caroline’s search for forgiveness and happiness will appeal to fans of Wanda Brunstetter and Beverly Lewis.”
—Library Journal on Caroline’s Secret
“A beautifully written romance…fast paced and believable. Lillard writes stories readers can relate to.”
—RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars for Just Plain Sadie
“[A] gentle romantic meander…Readers will enjoy following Lorie’s adventures.”
—Publishers Weekly on Lorie’s Heart
“Lillard’s writing showcases a deep knowledge of the modern Amish culture.”
—Tulsa People
“Amy Lillard takes the Amish romance genre to new heights of excellence…Amy’s writing in Caroline’s Secret is exquisite.”
—Family Fiction on Caroline’s Secret
Amy Lillard is an award-winning writer who loves reading romance novels from contemporary to Amish. These two genres met in her first book, 2012’s Saving Gideon. Born and bred in Mississippi, she now lives with her husband and son in Oklahoma. Please visit her online at AmyWritesRomance.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Amy Lillard won a Carol Award for her novel Saving Gideon. • Amy Lillard is known for weaving sweet stories with honest characters and a welcoming Amish setting. Now mystery readers will get to enjoy the surprising and innovative ways that Amy Lillard’s novels showcase a deep knowledge of Amish culture while emphasizing the importance of family and community. • Amy Lillard’s Amish mysteries will appeal to fans of Emma Miller (Kensington), Vanetta Chapman (Zondervan), Isabella Alan (Signet) and Marta Perry (HQN).
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HUSTLE HARD If It Ain’t About the Money Saundra
Three friends who escaped the streets. Now they’re cashing in on a brilliant hustle and living their million-dollar dreams. But it may cost them their friendship—and their lives.
For Isis, Secret, and Penny, the good times just keep getting better. As “managers” of Miami’s hottest custom car shop, they’re moving vast kilos of product faster than their scammer boss, Kirk, can pimp out rides—and living la vida luxurious. So they’ve got things under control when Secret’s and Penny’s alcoholic mother shows up needing help. And when Isis’ one-time love, Bobbi, begs for another chance—complete with a huge payoff—she’s got his loot on lock and temptation at arm’s length…
Praise for Saundra’s Her Sweetest Revenge Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1198-4 U.S./Canadian Price: $12.95/$13.95 Rights: World Pages: 288 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 23/32 Pack: 52 Author’s Residence: Indiana eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1200-4 SALES HISTORY Dafina Trade Paperback If It Ain’t About the Money 2/18 (978-1-4967-1195-3) Dirty Tricks 9/17 (978-1-61773-945-3) Schemes 10/16 (978-1-61773-365-9)
“Saundra offers insight into the ruthless drug game but also offers hope and redemption. Fans of Sistah Souljah’s groundbreaking The Coldest Winter Ever will immediately note similarities to that powerful novel in Saundra’s writing. Marked with authentic street slang and alarming danger, this fast-moving story will appeal to all urban fiction audiences.”
—Library Journal
“Her Sweetest Revenge is definitely an entertaining and drama-filled story. Mya’s character is only 17, but she is wise beyond her years, showing independence, tenacity and ruthlessness. Saundra’s vivid depiction of this girl from Detroit makes this book an extremely fast read.”
—RT Book Reviews
“Saundra writes page-turning experiences that readers feel…Drama at its best, her character Mya is fearless.”
—Tamika Newhouse, author of The Ultimate No-No series
Saundra grew up in Cleveland, Mississippi, and now resides in Indiana with her husband and children. She started writing screenplays at the age of twelve and as an adult her need to create intensified. Saundra self-published her first novella, Owning Up, before being discovered by Delphine Publications. She is currently working on her next project. Visit her on Twitter @AuthorSaundra.
KEY SELLING POINTS • This is our first original series with Saundra. Like Kiki Swinson, we began our publishing partnership by republishing earlier titles. Now we are launching Saundra with an exciting new series. • Saundra similarly writes gritty, sexy, street lit that will appeal to fans of Kiki Swinson, Wahida Clark, and Ashley & JaQuavis. • Book club rights sold to Black Expressions Book Club for Her Sweetest Revenge.
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But fast money brings ever more lethal problems. Penny falls into a vicious spiral of addiction no amount of cold hard cash can break. As Secret and Isis struggle to save her, a vengeful enemy goes hard after Kirk and the business, putting all three women in the crosshairs. And as they fight to save what they’ve built, staying alive means risking unthinkable options—and betrayal no friendship can forgive…
MARKETING PLANS • Print and online advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Outreach to African American bookclubs • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images
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THE DEVIL YOU KNOW Lonely Heart, Deadly Heart Mary Monroe
The final book in Mary Monroe’s Lonely Heart, Deadly Heart series perfectly blends fear, desperation and suspense into an exciting drama that will keep readers holding their breath.
DAFINA TRADE PAPERBACK JULY 2018
For best friends Lola Poole and Joan Proctor-Riley, there’s never too much when it comes to online-dating rich, no-commitments lovers. It’s a fantasy come true that makes their unhappy lives bearable. But there’s no escape when Lola’s vicious relatives cheat her out of everything that’s hers, and Joan’s husband pulls a devastating betrayal. With nothing to lose, the two will do everything and anything to lock down Mr. Right and lifetime satisfaction… With his scorching sexual healing and compassionate nature, handsome trucker Calvin Ramsey keeps coming out on top with Lola. And she’s this close to winning his love and finally getting the loving family of her dreams. But she doesn’t suspect that Calvin’s idea of making a woman his own is a fatal affair. Now, his gentle reassurances and sensual promises are spinning a web where Lola’s deepest longings could be the deadliest trap of all… Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-61773-812-8 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: World Pages: 384 Trim Size: 6 x 9 Spine Size: 15/16 Pack: 32 Author’s Residence: Oakland, CA eBook ISBN: 978-1-61773-811-1 SALES HISTORY Dafina Trade Paperback Never Trust a Stranger 4/17 (978-1-61773-806-7) Every Woman’s Dream 6/16 (978-1-61773-800-5) Bad Blood 6/15 (978-0-7582-9473-9) PUBLISHING HISTORY Dafina Hardcover 11/17 (978-1-61773-810-4)
Praise for the Lonely Heart, Deadly Heart Series “Readers will surely enjoy the ride.”
—SHEEN Magazine on Every Woman’s Dream “Monroe includes crazy sidekick characters, outlandish family members, and authentic slang in an epic novel that spans a generation.”
—Library Journal on Every Woman’s Dream
“Monroe manages to make Joan and Lola sympathetic throughout their painful missteps, while the killer’s presence heightens suspense.”
—Booklist on Every Woman’s Dream
“Betrayal and revenge–Monroe knows how to bring it! Seth is a weak and shallow man. Rachel is a good woman, flaws and all. The look into her family’s dynamics is a hard pill to swallow and makes you wonder how you’d handle the situation.”
—RT Book Reviews on Bad Blood
Mary Monroe, the daughter of sharecroppers, is the author of the award-winning and New York Times bestselling God series that includes God Don’t Like Ugly and God Don’t Make No Mistakes, among other novels. The winner of the PEN/Oakland Josephine Miles Award, the AAMBC Maya Angelou Lifetime Achievement Award, and the Fauset Book Award, Mary Monroe was born in Alabama and now lives in Oakland, California. Visit her online at MaryMonroe.org.
KEY SELLING POINTS • There are over one million Mary Monroe books in print. • A brand name author, Mary Monroe is the recipient of the PEN/ Oakland Josephine Miles Award, the AAMBC Maya Angelou Lifetime Achievement Award, the Best Southern Authors Award and the Fauset Book Award, which she received for Bad Blood. • Mary Monroe is known for writing poignant, page-turning stories that blend humor and drama with dynamic characters. Full of secrets, lies, deception, and revenge, The Devil You Know is the perfect juicy read for fans of larger-than-life, thought-provoking protagonists and fast-paced, dramatic tales with a soapy feel. • Mary Monroe performs well for subrights, with the audiobook, large print, and book club rights sold for most of her novels.
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THE GIRL ON THE BALCONY Olivia Hussey with Alexander Martin
In 1968, Olivia Hussey became one of the most famous faces in the world, immortalized as the definitive Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s Romeo & Juliet. Now the iconic girl on the balcony shares the ups and downs of her truly remarkable life and career. At its heart, The Girl on the Balcony is the story of a simple girl given the opportunity of a lifetime, and the price she paid for it.
At only sixteen-years-old, she was an internationally celebrated overnight discovery. The part was an opportunity of a lifetime for a simple girl from Buenos Aires, Argentina. But for Olivia, admired for her beauty and innocence, and praised as a fresh and burgeoning young talent, the role of movie star was hard to play, and harder still, to live up to.
Featuring a foreword by her star-making director Franco Zeffirelli, Olivia Hussey’s memoir shines with her luminous spirit and perseverance as she reflects on her unique life and experiences—inspiring, surprising, and fascinating to read about. Category: Autobiography/Memoir ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1707-8 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: World Pages: 320 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 1 1/8 Pack: 32 Author’s Residences: Los Angeles, CA eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1721-4
Praise for Oliva Hussey “I believe Franco Zeffirelli’s Rome & Juliet is the most exciting film of Shakespeare ever made. The success of the film depends upon Leonard Whiting and Olivia Hussey. It is to the credit of [them] that they have brought the lines and characters of Romeo and Juliet back to life again.”
—Roger Ebert
“Olivia Hussey has an otherworldly purity as Juliet.”
—The Guardian
In a career spanning more than fifty years, Olivia Hussey has portrayed leading roles in films (Romeo & Juliet, Black Christmas, Death on the Nile, Mother Teresa of Calcutta) and celebrated television miniseries (Jesus of Nazareth, The Bastard, Ivanhoe, The Last Days of Pompeii, Lonesome Dove). She also has appeared in Murder, She Wrote, and Boy Meets World and done voice work for Superman: The Animated Series, Batman Beyond, and the Star Wars video game franchise. For her performance in Romeo & Juliet, she won the Golden Globe for Most Promising Female Newcomer and the David di Donatello Award (the Italian Academy Award) for Best Actress. Born of Argentinean and English ancestry, she lives in Los Angeles and can be found online at OliviaHussey.com. Alexander Martin moved to London after high school and attended the Central School of Speech and Drama with intention of taking up the family business. He appeared in the films Can’t Hardly Wait, 21, and Josie and the Pussycats. A little over a year ago while he was beginning work on his first book, his mother called and asked if he would help her with memoir; it was an opportunity he couldn’t pass up.
KEY SELLING POINTS • 2018 marks the 50th anniversary of the release of Zeffirelli’s Romeo & Juliet. • Olivia Hussey is recognized all over the world and Zeffierlli’s classic Romero & Juliet, still shown in schools, left an indelible mark on the cultural zeitgeist. Olivia Hussey’s Juliet, standing lovelorn on the balcony, captured the imagination of aspiring young female actors and theatergoers worldwide. She won the 1969 Golden Globe award for her portrayal of Juliet in Romeo & Juliet. • Olivia’s further collaboration with Zeffirelli on the hugely popular mini-series Jesus of Nazareth, as well as her portrayal of Mother Teresa in the 2003 film adaptation of the saint’s life, has given her enormous face recognition in Italy, parts of Latin America, and other predominantly Catholic countries. • Olivia enjoys a close relationship with her fans. Her official web site, OliviaHussey.com, has seen over ten million visitors, and fan pages dedicated to her work originate in places as diverse as Russia and Hong Kong. She is also very active on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. • Olivia’s spiritual commitment has guided her through marriages, motherhood, and cancer. This aspect of her story is a major theme in the book and should resonate strongly with women readers who have experienced similar challenges.
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In this candid memoir, Olivia Hussey tells her story—from being an “It Girl” in swinging 60s London and her enduring friendship with Romeo & Juliet co-star Leonard Whiting, through three tumultuous marriages—including one with Dean Martin’s son, Dino—motherhood, stage-four breast cancer, debilitating agoraphobia, bankruptcy, and ultimately, a journey of self-discovery in India that led her on a path to fulfillment. Olivia also finally reveals for the first time, the identity of the actor—a fellow young newcomer—who raped her, but who would not break her.
• Advance reading copies • Author appearances in Los Angeles • Print and online advertising campaign • Promotions and media outreach coinciding with 50th anniversary of Zeffirelli’s Romeo & Juliet • Social media advertising, promotions and giveaways • Email marketing and eNewsletter promotions • Library marketing and special mailings
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CHARIOT ON THE MOUNTAIN Jack Ford
Based on little-known true events and brought vividly to life by Emmy and Peabody award-winning journalist Jack Ford, an astonishing account of the unlikely alliance between three extraordinary women—a young slave, her mistress, and a socialite—their heroic and dangerous struggle against the shackles of slavery in the Old South, and the trailblazing court case they undertook.
KENSINGTON HARDCOVER AUGUST 2018
Two decades before the Civil War, a middle-class farmer named Samuel Maddox lies on his deathbed. Elsewhere in his Virginia home, a young woman named Kitty knows her life is about to change. She is one of the Maddox family’s slaves—and Samuel’s biological daughter. When Samuel’s wife, Mary, inherits her husband’s property, she will own Kitty too, along with Kitty’s three small children.
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Already in her fifties and with no children of her own, Mary Maddox has struggled to accept her husband’s daughter, a strong-willed, confident, educated woman who works in the house and has been treated more like family than slave. After Samuel’s death, Mary decides to grant Kitty and her children their freedom, and travels with them to Pennsylvania, where she will file papers declaring Kitty’s emancipation. Helped on their perilous flight by Quaker families along the Underground Railroad, they finally reach the free state. But Kitty is not yet safe. Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1309-4 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: World Pages: 320 Trim Size: 6 x 9 Spine Size: 1 1/8 Pack: 28 Author’s Residence: Spring Lake, NJ eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1311-7
Dragged back to Virginia by a gang of slave-catchers led by Samuel’s own nephew, who is determined to sell her and her children, Kitty takes a defiant step: charging the younger Maddox with kidnapping and assault. On the surface, the move is brave yet hopeless. But Kitty has allies— her former mistress, Mary, and Fanny Withers, a rich and influential socialite who is persuaded to adopt Kitty’s cause and uses her resources and charm to secure a lawyer. The sensational trial that follows will decide the fate of Kitty and her children—and bond three extraordinary yet very different women together in their quest for justice.
KEY SELLING POINTS
• Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and interview coverage • Early reader and consumer reviewer promotions via Goodreads, NetGalley, etc. • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Regional bookseller advertising campaign • Early buzz campaign with pre-pub advertising • Library marketing and special mailings • Book club outreach and targeted marketing • Select author appearances • Feature in Kensington’s Fresh Voices program
© Stephen Lacko
Jack Ford is an Emmy® and Peabody Award-winning journalist, author, college professor, award-winning documentary film producer, and former trial attorney. An original anchor at the launch of Court TV, he was the co-anchor of the Weekend Today Show, a substitute anchor for Nightly News and Meet the Press, and has worked as a correspondent for Good Morning America and ESPN. Currently he is a CBS News Correspondent for 60 Minutes Sports and the co-host of Metro Focus on PBS. He has received two Emmy Awards, a Peabody Award, an American Radio and Television Award, a National Headliner Award, and the March of Dimes FDR Award. A graduate of Yale University and the Fordham University School of Law, he is a Visiting Lecturer at Yale, NYU, and the University of Virginia, teaching a seminar on famous trials.
AUGUST 2018 KENSINGTON HARDCOVER
• Susan Sarandon is pursuing a mini-series based on this book. • Although this is Jack Ford’s first traditionally published book, he is very well-known as a news journalist who became prominent due to his coverage of the OJ Simpson trial. He was named “TV’s Sexiest Anchorman” by People Magazine. • Jack Ford brings to light fascinating but long-forgotten true events involving strong women who reject the norms of the time and work together to do what is right. He learned of this story while visiting an 1830s era courthouse in the small village of Washington, Virginia. A plaque on the lawn of the old red-brick building commemorated the 1847 trial of “Kitty vs. Samuel Maddox” in which Kitty, a young slave woman, was granted her freedom. Struck by what appeared to be a remarkable trial— and a highly implausible result—for that time and place, he devoted months of research in an attempt to discover the details behind Kitty’s surprising legal triumph. • Narratives about life in the Antebellum South are popular. Ford’s book will join the ranks of Colson Whitehead’s The Underground Railroad and the movies Twelve Years a Slave and Django Unchained.
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THE THIEF OF ALL LIGHT A Santero and Rein Thriller Bernard Schaffer
KENSINGTON HARDCOVER AUGUST 2018
From veteran police detective Bernard Schaffer comes a powerful new series that crackles with authenticity, page-turning suspense, and spellbinding glimpses into the criminal mind…An ambitious cop suspects there’s more to random, but distinctive, horrific murders in her small town and stumbles upon the first known omnikiller—a serial killer who cannot be profiled because his M.O. is constantly changing. Deft pacing, compelling characters, and a pervasive sense of danger make this the must-read thriller of the season.
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Rookie cop Carrie Santero has always been fascinated by serial killers. As a teenager, she wrote a letter to Charles Manson in prison--and recieved a chilling reply. Then she came face to face with a child murderer in her small Pennsylvania town, an encoutner that haunts her to this day. Now, as a detective in training, she finally has her chance to make a difference. To hunt down a psychopathic sadist who embodies the very nature of evil itself… Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1713-9 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: World Pages: 368 Trim Size: 6 x 9 Spine Size: 1 1/4 Pack: 24 Author’s Residence: Philadelphia, PA eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1714-6
The killer draws inspiration from the most twisted minds in modern crime. Ted Bundy. John Wayne Gacy. The Green River Killer. As the body count rises, Carrie and her boss, Chief Bill Waylon, realize they’re dealing with an unpredictable “omnikiller” who cannot be profiled. Their only hope is to enlist the help of Jacob Rein, a brilliant but tarnished former detective who has plumbed the darkest recesses of the soul. Who has seen the heart of darkness. And whose insights on evil could lead Carrie to the point of no return…
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• Advance readers copies • Print, online, and podcast advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Events in Philadelphia and New York • Author appearances and promotion at select conventions • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Blog tour and targeted blogger outreach • Books on the Subway partnership and distribution • Early bookseller outreach and regional indie bookseller advertising campaign • Early buzz campaign with pre-pub advertising • Feature in Kensington’s New Series program
© Lisa Schaffer Photography
Bernard Schaffer is an author, full-time police detective, and father of two. As a twenty-year veteran police officer, he’s a court recognized narcotics expert, a graduate of the prestigious Top Gun Undercover Law Enforcement Training Program, child forensic interviewer, and possesses a Class A certification in the use of wiretaps. A child actor, Schaffer appeared in multiple television commercials, performances at the Walnut Street Theater, Saturday Night Live, and the Nickelodeon series Don’t Just Sit There. Schaffer is the author of multiple independently-published books and series, including Superbia, Grendel Unit, Guns of Seneca 6, and more. Visit him online at BernardSchaffer.com.
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• A veteran police detective and active member of International Thriller Writers, Bernard Schaffer has worked with Harlan Ellison, Alan Dean Foster, JA Konrath and Bill Thompson, the editor who famously discovered both Stephen King and John Grisham. • Bernard Schaffer draws from his own personal experiences working as a detective, but he had been writing for years before he entered the police academy. He is dedicated to both professions. • The Thief of All Light is a gripping thriller featuring an intriguingly unique serial killer. It’s a fast-paced, entertaining read that also explores the nature of evil and the toll it takes on the people who fight it. • The book explores some very fundamental concepts about the reality of criminal investigation as it is really done.
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HER SISTER’S LIE Debbie Howells
From internationally bestselling author Debbie Howells comes a haunting new psychological thriller that hinges on a mother’s death and the twisted relationships between the people who loved her…
Remember the script. Sisters look out for each other.
KENSINGTON HARDCOVER AUGUST 2018
It’s been ten years since Hannah Roscoe saw her older sister, but that distance fades to nothing when she receives a call from the police saying Nina is dead. As a teenager, desperate to leave home and make her career in music, Hannah moved into Nina’s cottage in the English countryside. In that secluded setting, Nina was trying to give her three children the freedom that she and Hannah never knew growing up.
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Now Nina is gone, and Hannah is left to care for her young nephew, Abe, who’s remote and moody in the wake of his loss. But worse is to come, as Nina’s death, first ruled an accident, becomes a murder investigation. Hannah is drawn back into her past, forced to confront the ghosts of their unhappy childhood and the reasons she and Nina finally drifted apart. Nina’s dream of creating an idyllic existence didn’t quite work out for her two older children, Summer and Jude. As for Abe, Hannah suspects he’s hiding something, but whom is he trying to protect?
Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-0693-5 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: US & Canada Pages: 320 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 ¼ Spine Size: 1 1/8 Pack: 32 Author’s Residence: West Sussex, England eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-0694-2 SALES HISTORY Kensington Hardcover Part of the Silence 7/17 (978-1-4967-0691-1) The Beauty of the End 8/16 (978-1-4967-0598-3) The Bones of You 7/15 (978-1-61773-766-4)
Through it all, Hannah can’t shake the feeling that someone else knows all about the secrets she and Nina shared—and the ones they kept hidden, even from each other. Perhaps Nina’s death is not a tragic ending after all, but the beginning of a new and twisted nightmare…
Praise for the novels of Debbie Howells “A disorienting, suspenseful thriller…the novel’s small, intimate scale amplifies its tension, as does Howell’s use of her ensemble. Each character’s perspective–especially their impressions of one another-adds to the suspense…[Howells] is an agile writer with a good sense for realism…a breathless thriller.”
—ForeWord Reviews on Part of the Silence
“Satisfyingly taut and twisty, with a smart premise and an intriguing protagonist.”
—The Daily Mail on The Beauty of the End
“This mesmerizing mystery will rivet fans of thrillers like The Girl on the Train.”
—InTouch Magazine on The Beauty of the End
“In her skillfully plotted debut…Howells leads us down a winding path to the truth, where each character reveals just enough of his or her secrets to drive suspense skyward and keep readers from guessing who was really responsible.”
—Bookpage on The Bones of You
“In British author Howells’ suspenseful and poignant debut…the increasingly tense storytelling and astute observations on mother-daughter relationships will keep readers turning the pages.”
—Publishers Weekly on The Bones of You
Debbie Howells is the London Times bestselling author of Part of the Silence, The Beauty of the End and The Bones of You, her internationally bestselling debut. While in the past she has been a flying instructor, the owner of a flower shop, and a student of psychology, she currently writes full-time. Debbie lives in West Sussex with her family, please visit her online at DebbieHowells.com.
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• The Bones of You was a Richard & Judy Book Club selection in the U.K. and rose to #4 on the Sunday Times paperback bestseller list. • Psychological thrillers by authors like Paula Hawkins (The Girl on the Train), Liane Moriarty (The Husband’s Secret) and A.S.A. Harrison (The Silent Wife) are in great demand. • Howells’s deft merging of twisted psychology, unreliable narration and lyrical prose makes for compelling reading. Her talent for creating tortured yet deeply sympathetic characters, and her insights into the human condition, shine in this psychological thriller.
• Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley, Vine, and Goodreads • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Summer reads promotions • Marketing and outreach to libraries and mystery-focused bookstores • Book club outreach and targeted marketing
MURDER AT OCHRE COURT A Gilded Newport Mystery Alyssa Maxwell
In glittering Newport, Rhode Island, at the close of the nineteenth century, status is everything. But despite being a poorer relation to the venerable Vanderbilts, Emma Cross has shaped her own identity—as a reporter and a sleuth.
Praise for Alyssa Maxwell’s Gilded Newport Mysteries Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-0336-1 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: World Pages: 304 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 1 Pack: 36 Author’s Residence: Coral Springs, FL. eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-0337-8 SALES HISTORY Kensington Hardcover Pinch of Poison 1/17 (978-1-61773-834-0) Murder At Rough Point 9/16 (978-1-4967-0328-6) Murder Most Malicious 1/16 (978-1-61773-830-2)
“Emma is an interesting, independent career woman in this satisfying first-person account that includes well-drawn characters.”
—Booklist on Murder at Rough Point
“The characters are fun, the dialogue is both charming and intelligent, but the scenery that makes up that extravagant time period in New England really is the gem in these glorious tales.”
—Suspense Magazine on Murder at Rough Point
“Several cuts above the usual feisty heroine tale; it provides a good picture of life among the privileged—and not-so-privileged—classes in Gilded Newport.”
—San Jose Mercury News on Murder at Beechwood
“Maxwell’s second entry has a credible mystery, solved by a female detective who’s likeable.”
—Kirkus Reviews on Murder at Marble House
“Maxwell again deftly weaves fictional and real-life characters into her story.”
—Publishers Weekly on Murder at Marble House
“A promising start to an engaging mystery series filled with smart observations.”
—Library Journal on Murder at the Breakers
“Sorry to see the conclusion of Downton Abbey Season 4? Well, here is a morsel to get you through a long afternoon. Brew some Earl Grey and settle down with a scone with this one.”
—Washington Independent Review of Books on Murder at the Breakers “Will keep you guessing.”
—Historical Novel Reviews on Murder at the Breakers Alyssa Maxwell began a love affair with the city of Newport years ago. Time and again the colonial neighborhoods and grand mansions drew her to return, and on one of those later visits she met the man who would become her husband. Always a lover of history, Maxwell found that marrying into a large, generations-old Newport family opened up an exciting new world of historical discovery. Today, she and her husband reside in Florida, but part of her heart remains firmly in that small New England city of great historical significance. For more information please visit alyssamaxwell.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Alyssa Maxwell’s latest novel is a historical mystery that captures a world, in time and place, that will appeal to the same audiences as those reading Victoria Thompson (Berkley Prime Crime), Anne Perry (Ballantine) and Deanna Raybourn (NAL/Signet). • It will also appeal to readers who have an interest in the Vanderbilts as the author is mixing fact with fiction. • Audio rights and Large Print rights have sold for Murder at Beechwood, Murder at Marble House and Murder at the Breakers.
AUGUST 2018 KENSINGTON HARDCOVER
After a disappointing year spent working for the Herald in New York City, reporter Emma Cross is back home in Newport to cover the biggest social event of the year. The last thing the widowed Mary Goelet, owner of the magnificent Ochre Court, promised her dying best friend was that she would find a brilliant match for her daughter, Cleo Cooper-Smith. Cleo is known a young woman above reproach, but her father’s failing fortune and business tribulations have limited her marriage prospects. Mrs. Goelet has a plan to showcase Cleo that will entice every young buck in Newport. At a lavish ball, Cleo will take center stage in an elaborate tableau vivant picturing Cleopatra, queen of the Nile. Ochre Court is fully electrified, and lighting will be of the utmost importance. As Cleo ascends to her golden throne, a short in the wiring plunges the ballroom into darkness, and when the lights come back on, Cleo is found slumped on her throne, dead of electrocution.
MARKETING PLANS • Advance readers copies • Print and online advertising • Select author events and local media pitches • NetGalley campaign and early reader review campaign • Social media advertising and promotions including shareable images and giveaways leading up to the book’s release • Blogger outreach and promotion
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POPPY HARMON INVESTIGATES A Desert Flowers Mystery Lee Hollis
KENSINGTON HARDCOVER AUGUST 2018
The Golden Girls meets Remington Steel as Lee Hollis debuts with a new mystery series set at a Palm Springs retirement community!
When Poppy Harmon sits down with her lawyer after the untimely death of her husband of thirty-seven years to discuss the will, she’s shocked to discover that he gambled away their entire life savings shortly before his fatal heart attack. Since Poppy hasn’t had a job since she was a bit actress in Hollywood in her twenties before getting married, she’s suddenly faced with living out her golden years in abject poverty. She has no discernible job skills and her last acting credit was a small role on Magnum, PI in the late eighties. When her two best girlfriends Violet and Iris take her to lunch to hammer out a job plan, they remind her that she has always been good at solving mysteries and puzzles, and pointing the finger at the right suspect long before the cops do on all those true crime reality shows she obsessively watches. Why not use that talent to make money? So after a few cocktails, the three women decide to open up a private eye business together where they live in Palm Springs, California and call it the Desert Flowers Detective Agency.
Praise for Lee Hollis and The Hayley Powell Mysteries Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1388-9 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: World Pages: 320 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 1 1/8 Pack: 32 Author’s Residence: Palm Springs, CA eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1390-2
“Entertaining, this series is pure fun…Even at the end, the twists keep coming. Delicious recipes also included.”
—RT Book Reviews on Death of a Lobster Lover
“Well-written…the story will keep any reader’s attention. After reading just one and meeting these hysterical characters there is no doubt that you’ll go back.”
—Suspense Magazine on Death of a Pumpkin Carver
“A snappy pace, fun characters and a clever plot. A tasty entrée for the culinary cozy crowd.”
—Library Journal on Death of a Country Fried Redneck “Delicious and satisfying. Another course, please!”
—Carolyn Hart, New York Times bestselling author on Death of a Kitchen Diva Lee Hollis is the pen name for Rick Copp, a veteran Hollywood screenwriter who has written for television series including The Golden Girls, Wings, Scooby Doo, Teen Titans and Barbershop. He is the co-writer of The Brady Bunch Movie and has written a number of novels under his own name. With his sister, Holly Simason, he co-authors the Hayley Powell Food & Cocktail Mysteries book series using the Lee Hollis name. He lives in Palm Springs, California and can be found online at LeeHollisMysteries.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Lee Hollis’ new mystery series will appeal to fans of cozy mystery readers. It will especially appeal to readers who enjoy cozy mysteries with “older” sleuths in the tradition of Jessica Fletcher from Murder, She Wrote and Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple. It will also appeal to fans of Leslie Meier and Joanne Fluke.
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MARKETING PLANS • Advance reading copies • Print, online, and trade advertising • Email marketing, feature in Killer Cozies eNewsletter • Social media advertising and promotions • Feature in Kensington’s New Series program
AGAINST NATURE A Duck Darley Novel Casey Barrett
Olympic swimmer Casey Barrett writes what he knows in the second installment of his Duck Darley series featuring a former competitive swimmer turned investigator. From the expensive penthouses of the Upper East Side to the drug-addled studios of the East Village, secrets and murder lurk just beneath the surface of New York City and its inhabitants.
Cass cries murder after her boyfriend tumbles to his death in the Catskills while researching the tragic doping experiments that shifted lives—and genders—of East German Olympic athletes during the Cold War. Following the brutal killing of a champion javelin thrower, Cass herself is arrested on charges of double homicide, leaving Duck on an impossible quest for answers while doubting everything he ever believed about his secretive sidekick… Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-0971-4 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: World Engl Pages: 336 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 1 1/8 Pack: 32 Author’s Residence: New York, NY eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-0973-8 SALES HISTORY Kensington Hardcover Under Water 12/17 (978-1-4967-0968-4)
Now, caught between the secret horrors of extreme performance enhancement and shadowy criminals who stalk him relentlessly, it’s sink or swim as Duck stumbles through a reckless investigation that endangers both his life and that of anyone he allows himself to hold dear.
Praise for Under Water “Now and again a debut novel comes along that blows you out of the water. The book sings in its sheer narrative momentum.”
—Ken Bruen, author of the Jack Taylor series
“Casey Barrett should find himself in the big pool of crime writers with this deftly conceived, crisply written debut. Slick and brash, with a little New York hip thrown in, it does for competitive swimming what Megan Abbott did for gymnastics, exposing he poison at the heart of a coach’s and a family’s need to win.”
—New York Times bestselling author Andrew Gross
“Deliciously lascivious and violent, Under Water’s Vicodin-fueled hero is impossible not to cheer on. The pull of his dark world will keep readers captivated to the last page.”
—Kyle Mills, New York Times bestselling author of Order to Kill
Casey Barrett is a Canadian Olympian and the co-founder and co-CEO of Imagine Swimming, New York City’s largest learn-to-swim school. He has won three Emmy awards and one Peabody award for his work on NBC’s broadcasts of the Olympic Games in 2000, 2004, 2006, and 2008. Casey lives in Manhattan and the Catskill mountains of New York with his wife, daughter, and hound. He can be found online at caseybarrettbooks.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Darker, harder-edged mysteries with flawed protagonists have been gaining in popularity since Gone Girl broke the mold. Duck Darley is an investigator with a drinking problem, but his addiction is portrayed in such a realistic manner that readers will sympathize with him. • Will appeal to fans of PI novels by authors such as John Connolly, Robert Galbraith, Michael Connelly, Robert Crais, Ace Atkins, John Lutz, and Robert Parker. • The author brings his experience and expertise to the world of competitive swimming, exposing the underlying grit and deceit in the sports world. This novel includes timely, pitchable hooks revolving around issues of doping and corrupt medical professionals in the sports world. • Like Lehane’s Boston, Barrett makes New York City as much of a character as a setting.
AUGUST 2018 KENSINGTON HARDCOVER
Perched in an airy penthouse above the corrupt streets of Manhattan, unlicensed P.I. Duck Darley has settled into an unlikely domestic routine with a wealthy divorcée and her precocious eight-year-old son. But old nightmares return when a desperate text from Cass Kimball, the former partner Duck once took a bullet to protect, lures him back into sworn-off vices and the sinister world of professional sports…
MARKETING PLANS • Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Targeted publicity campaign in New York area • Outreach to special interest groups • Select author appearances • Social media advertising, giveaways and promotions • Cross-promotion with Under Water (Kensington MM, 7/18)
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A TALE OF TWO MURDERS A Dickens of a Crime Heather Redmond
KENSINGTON HARDCOVER AUGUST 2018
Charles Dickens is one of the most famous and influential writers in English literature and this delightful new series asks “what if Dickens had also solved crimes?” Featuring young aspiring author, Charles Dickens, as an amateur sleuth in Victorian London, each book will have Dickensian characters and settings.
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In the winter of 1835, young Charles Dickens is a journalist on the rise at the Evening Chronicle. Invited to dinner at the estate of the newspaper’s co-editor, Charles is smilten with his boss’ daughter, vivacious nineteen-year-old Kate Hogarth. They are having the best of times when a scream shatters the pleasant evening. Charles, Kate, and her father rush to the neighbors’ home, where Miss Christiana Lugoson lies unconscious on the floor. By morning, the poor young woman will be dead.
Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1715-3 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: World Pages: 320 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 25/32 Pack: 32 Author’s Residence: Battle Ground, WA eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1718-4
When Charles hears from a colleague of a very similar mysterious death a year ago to the date, also a young woman, he begins to suspect poisoning and feels compelled to investigate. The lovely Kate offers to help—using her social position to gain access to the members of the upper crust, now suspects in a murder. If Charles can find justice for the victims, it will be a far, far better thing than he has ever done. But with a twist or two in this most peculiar case, he and Kate may be in for the worst of times…
Advanced Praise for A Tale of Two Murders “With the mystery-weaving skill of Anne Perry and the tone of Dickens, Heather Redmond’s A Tale of Two Murders mixes raw suspense with flirtatious banter in a fast-paced historical mystery that keeps us guessing through a tour of 1830s London.”
—Ransom Stephens, author of The Sensory Deception “An all-over twisty read and a Dickens of a good mystery!”
—Julie Mulhern, USA Today bestselling author of The Country Club Murders Heather Redmond is a committed anglophile, Dickens devotee, and lover of all things nineteenth century. Her last known British ancestor departed London in the 1920s, and she has lived in Illinois, California, and Texas. She now resides in a small town in Washington State with her husband and son. Please visit her online at HeatherRedmond.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS
MARKETING PLANS
• Dickens remains one the most recognizable literary figures, with numerous book clubs, special interest groups, and websites devoted to him. There are also numerous Dickens Festivals every year throughout the United States and Canada, allowing for many promotional opportunities not available to most historical mystery series. • A Dickens of a Crime series should appeal to both readers of historical mysteries as well as lovers of British set mysteries. • The series will appeal to fans of C.S. Harris, Deanna Raybourn, and Anne Perry.
• Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Partnerships and promotions at Charles Dickens Festivals • Outreach to Dickens Fellowship branches and affiliated societies in US and Canada • Select author events in Washington State • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Regional bookseller advertising campaign • Feature in Kensington’s New Series program
FIREFLY COVE The Miramar Bay Series Davis Bunn
Internationally bestselling author with more than 7 million novels in print, Davis Bunn takes readers back to Miramar Bay, the special seaside town of hope and renewal, where even a man with a fatal heart defect can get a second chance at life and love.
Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-0833-5 U.S./Canadian Price: $12.95/$13.95 Rights: World Pages: 304 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 3/4 Pack: 48 Author’s Residence: Vero Beach, FL and Oxford, England eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-0834-2 SALES HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback Miramar Bay 4/17 (978-1-4967-0829-8) PUBLISHING HISTORY Kensington Hardcover 1/18 (978-1-4967-0832-8)
Jessica was the only daughter of the only dentist in town. An ardent reader and fan of Jane Austen, she was able to follow in her father’s footsteps, as he desired. But Jessica preferred the simple things in life—a trait that captivated Lucius from the moment he arrived in town on business. Her carefree approach to living and playful, quick wit were a breath of fresh air to a man who devoted all his time to work. They were complete opposites and perfect complements. Soon they fell head over heels—until Lucius pulled away, to spare her the pain of his inevitable fate. Now, after all this time, he won’t put her through that again. His days are numbered. And whatever happens—he’s going to make each moment count. Because he knows that everything is about to change…he just can’t know exactly how.
Praise for Miramar Bay “Davis Bunn weaves a spellbinding tapestry of loss, longing and second chances against the backdrop of an idyllic coastal town. As compelling characters transform their doubts into destiny, readers are awakened to an uplifting truth.”
—Simple Grace
“I love this story. Davis Bunn hits a high note with Miramar Bay. The pages flew; I couldn’t read it fast enough. This is truly the break-out book for Davis Bunn.
—Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times bestselling author
“Bunn brings together a group of richly drawn and deeply human characters journeying toward a new life in the most idyllic of settings. This is a deeply satisfying read and a beautifully crafted portrait of small-town life.”
—Booklist
Davis Bunn is an internationally bestselling author, published in 21 languages and with more than seven million books in print. He is a fourtime Christy Award winner and has received much acclaim for his novels across multiple genres, including historical fiction, inspirational, suspense and women’s fiction. Born and raised in North Carolina, Davis left for Europe at age twenty and pursued a business career that took him to over 20 countries all over the world. He and his wife now divide most of their time between the coast of Florida and the English countryside, where Davis serves as Writer in Residence at Regent’s Park College, Oxford University. Please join Davis Bunn online at DavisBunn.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Perfect for fans of Nicholas Sparks and Jan Karon, this is the second novel in the Miramar Bay series, set in a sleepy seaside town on the California coast where people go when they need a second chance at life. • A four-time Christy Award winner, Davis Bunn is an internationally bestselling author with over seven million books in print in 21 different languages. • Miramar Bay (Kensington HC, 4/17) was chosen as one of Amazon’s Best Romances of the Month for April 2017. • Elegant and personable, Davis Bunn is a terrific self-promoter. • This book has a subtle faith/inspirational element, but is aimed squarely at the mainstream market. • Ideal for book club discussions, Firefly Cove Includes a reading group guide. • In a heated auction, audio rights sold to all three Davis Bunn novels–with Firefly Cove and the third novel sight unseen! In an even more competitive auction, the large-print rights went to Center Point for six figures. • The Miramar Bay series tackles the notion and circumstances of second chances and redemption, which are uplifting and inspirational themes, making this a perfect women’s fiction series to cross over to the Christian marketplace.
MARKETING PLANS • Print, online, and podcast advertising • Author events as well as appearances and promotions at select conventions • Social media advertising and promotions including shareable images, contests, and dedicated hashtags • Feature title in Kensington Bouquet program and outreach to Christian readers • Special outreach and marketing to libraries and independent bookstores
AUGUST 2018 KENSINGTON TRADE PAPERBACK
Since the age of seven, Lucius Quarterfield has known he is dying. Doctors told him he had a “bad ticker” and might not live to see his next birthday. But somehow, the frail yet determined boy managed to hang on and surprise everyone. The bullies who teased him. The family who neglected him. The professionals who offered little hope for a normal life. To their surprise, Lucius not only survived to adulthood, he thrived, turning a small car dealership into a successful chain. But now, at twenty-eight, his time is finally running out. So he’s returning to the one place he ever felt happy, near the only woman he ever truly wanted—the California seaside town of Miramar Bay…
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THE SUNFLOWER GIRL Rosanna Chiofalo
KENSINGTON TRADE PAPERBACK AUGUST 2018
Rosanna Chiofalo sweeps readers to the stunning vistas of Tuscany for her fifth novel, a lush mother-daughter story that alternates between Italy during WWII and a quarter-century later while exploring the choices we make in the name of love, and the secrets that echo through generations.
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In the fields around Tuscany in summertime, sunflowers grow in profusion—wave upon wave of gold and green standing tall against the Italian sky. But for Signora Maria Ferraro, the bright yellow blooms carry only bitter memories. Though she loved them as a child, sunflowers have come to represent the most painful episode of her life. Not even her cherished daughter, Anabella, knows what happened to her during World War II, when the Germans overran her hometown of Florence and Signora Ferraro fell in love with a Resistance fighter. In the aftermath of loss and grief she found salvation through an unlikely source—cultivating roses on her farm in the Tuscan countryside. Now the blossoms symbolize everything that is both good and safe, and she nurtures them with as much care as she guards her past.
Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-61773-939-2 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: World Pages: 304 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Pack: 48 Author’s Residence: Forest Hills, NY eBook ISBN: 978-1-61773-940-8 SALES HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback Rosalia’s Bittersweet Pastry Shop 6/16 (978-1-61773-937-8) Stella Mia 1/15 (978-0-7582-7505-9) Carissima 9/13 (978-0-7582-7504-2) Bella Fortuna 9/12 (978-0-7582-6653-8)
Yet to Anabella, the rose farm that once delighted her has become little more than a pretty prison. Despite her beautiful surroundings, Anabella longs for more. During one of her regular visits to Siena to sell their flowers, Anabella encounters a handsome young artist named Dante Galletti. His canvases are filled with images of a girl who looks just like Anabella—and Dante claims to have seen her in his dreams, running through a sunflower field. Through Dante, Anabella begins to see sunflowers, her cloistered existence, and the world itself through new eyes. As their relationship deepens, Anabella knows she will soon have to choose between loyalty to her mother, and the risks and rewards of living on her own terms.
Praise for Rosanna Chiofalo’s novels “The mountains and islands of Sicily, the fabulous clothes of the late sixties, and the emotional power Sarina feels when singing stand out.”
—Booklist on Stella Mia
“What a glorious novel this is. It’s a celebration of life, love and unlikely friendship through the eyes of two very different women. Yet their similarities bind them together and will endear them to readers long after the last page is turned. Bravissima for Carissima!”
—Susan Wiggs, #1 New York Times bestselling author on Carissima
“Chiofalo brings the Italian immigrant community and neighborhoods richly to life.”
—Publishers Weekly on Bella Fortuna “Well-drawn characters…A charmer.”
—BookPage on Bella Fortuna
“Sometimes tough, sometimes tender, always heartfelt and honest, Bella Fortuna is a lively, finely-stitched tale of life and love, family and friendship, and a zest for cose Italiane!”
—Peter Pezzelli, author of Home to Italy on Bella Fortuna
Rosanna Chiofalo is also the author of Rosalia’s Bittersweet Pastry Shop, Bella Fortuna, Carissima and Stella Mia. An avid traveler, she enjoys setting her novels in the countries she’s visited. A first-generation Italian American, her novels also draw on her rich cultural background. When she isn’t traveling or daydreaming about her characters, Rosanna keeps busy testing out new recipes in her kitchen. She lives in New York City with her husband. Readers can visit her website at rosannachiofalo.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS
MARKETING PLANS
• Praised for her strong, stereotype-defying characters and evocative descriptions, Chiofalo is one of the few contemporary female authors whose novels focus on Italian heroines. A first-generation Italian American whose parents emigrated from Sicily to New York in the early 1960s, she draws on her personal experiences and family history in her writing. • Rosanna Chiofalo’s novels appeal to armchair travelers and readers will love this mother-daughter story’s Tuscan setting. • Told in alternating perspectives and transitioning between WWII and a quarter-century later, The Sunflower Girl will appeal to readers interested in the lives of women in Italy during the war as well as the decades that followed. • Kensington will release a low-priced repackage of Chiofalo’s debut novel, Bella Fortuna, two months before this new novel.
• Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and interview coverage • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Summer reads promotions • YPG Mailing • Outreach to Italian cultural organizations • Select author events in New York area
THE SECRET, BOOK & SCONE SOCIETY The Secret, Book & Scone Society Series Ellery Adams
When a disturbed businessman is found murdered, Nora Pennington, a bibliotherapist and owner of Miracle Books, establishes the Secret, Book & Scone Society—a group of women with dark secrets searching for trust and redemption—to help her solve the horrendous crime in New York Times bestselling author Ellery Adams’ beguiling new mystery series.
People come to Miracle Springs, North Carolina, to seek relief from all kinds of pain (emotional, physical, and psychological).
PUBLISHING HISTORY Kesnignton Hardcover 11/17 (978-1-4967-1237-0)
Praise for Murder in the Mystery Suite “This affecting series launch from Adams provides all the best elements of a traditional mystery… well-drawn characters complement a plot with an intriguing twist or two.”
—Publishers Weekly
“[A] very original debut mystery by an experienced author…[A] suspenseful and compelling read.”
—Kings River Life Magazine
“[A] clever plot, a likable and intrepid heroine, and a strong sense of place.”
—Richmond Times-Dispatch
“Adams makes Storyton Hall come to life…Readers will relish the way Ellery Adams weaves together books, mystery, and fantasy.”
—Fresh Fiction
“Book lovers are going to come for a visit and never want to leave…One fabulous story.”
—Escape with Dollycas into a Good Book
“Adams has a new hit series on her hands…If you love cozy mysteries and books, this is the perfect series for you.”
—Girl Lost in a Book
“Adams has skillfully crafted a fantastical world for bibliophiles, as well as a puzzling cozy mystery…[A] fabulous start to a new series.”
—Book of Secrets
Ellery Adams grew up on a beach near the Long Island Sound, has had a lifelong love affair with stories, food, and large bodies of water. When not writing, she’s busy baking, gardening, spoiling her three cats, and watching far too much HGTV. She now lives with her husband and two children in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. For more information, please visit elleryadamsmysteries.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS
MARKETING PLANS
• The series is unique among cozy mysteries in that is has an elemental theme of redemption and healing. • The Secret, Book & Scone Society incorporates women’s fiction, mystery, magical realism, and light romance. • The book introduces the practice of bibliotherapy, an actual method of expressive therapy used to treat certain psychological issues. • The series will appeal to bibliophiles, fans of baking-themed cozies and readers of women’s fiction. • Ellery Adams, also writing as Lucy Arlington, is the author of three beloved New York Times bestselling cozy mystery series: The Books by the Bay mysteries, the Book Retreat mysteries, and the Charmed Pie Shoppe mysteries, all published by Berkley. • Ten of Ellery’s mysteries have been on the New York Times bestseller lists over the past four years.
• Print and online advertising • Author appearances and promotions at select conventions • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Email marketing and features via Killer Cozies eNewsletter and HobbyReads.com • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images
AUGUST 2018 KENSINGTON TRADE PAPERBACK
Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1238-7 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: World Pages: 224 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 9/16 Pack: 48 Author’s Residence: Chapel Hill, NC eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1239-4
They hope the healing waters, five-star cuisine, and renowned resort and spa will cure their ills, but more often than not, a bookstore owner named Nora Pennington can do far more for them by prescribing the perfect book. Nora understands damaged people because she is also damaged. And when a stranger’s secret leads to murder, a somewhat reluctant Nora and the plucky village baker form the Secret Book & Scone Society in order to rid Miracle Springs of its blight. But rooting out evil is never a simple task. People have many faces, and in the meantime, Nora’s book group takes on new members. The price? A secret. The reward? A comfort scone and the promise of true friendship. And perhaps, by the time the murderer is caught and the scales of justice are once again balanced, the person who ends up being healed after years of pain is Nora, herself.
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MURDER IN THE LINCOLN WHITE HOUSE Lincoln’s White House Mystery C. M. Gleason
March 6, 1861: On the day of Abraham Lincoln’s inauguration, the air is charged with hope and apprehension. The last thing anyone wants is any sort of upset—let alone murder! Fortunately, the president has young Adam Quinn by his side…
KENSINGTON TRADE PAPERBACK AUGUST 2018
At the inaugural ball, Lincoln’s trusted entourage is on their guard. Allan Pinkerton, head of the president’s security team, is wary of potential assassins. And Lincoln’s oldest friend, Joshua Speed, is by his side; along with Speed’s nephew, Adam Quinn, called back from the Kansas frontier to serve as the president’s assistant and a jack-of-all-trades. Despite the tight security, trouble comes nonetheless—a man is found stabbed to death in a nearby room, only yards from the president. Not wishing to cause alarm, Lincoln dispatches young Quinn—instead of the high-profile Pinkerton—to discreetly investigate.
Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1023-9 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: World Engl Pages: 304 Trim Size: 6 x 9 Spine Size: 3/4 Pack: 40 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1020-8 PUBLISHING HISTORY Kensington Hardcover 12/17 (978-1-4967-1019-2)
Could the proximity of the murder possibly be a coincidence? Or is the crime directly related to Lincoln himself—possibly a political act? Quinn’s observation skills as a frontier scout come in handy as he examines the victim and begins a complex investigation. Though he is new to Washington, D.C., he must navigate through high society, political personages, and a city preparing for war in order to solve the crime. He finds an unexpected ally in a determined female journalist named Sophie, who lives in the Smithsonian with her uncle Joseph Henry—the nation’s most pre-eminent scientist—and is determined to go where no female reporter has gone before. Quinn—along with Sophie Henry—must make haste to solve the murder to protect the president he’s pledged to serve. With the shadow of war looming on the horizon, there’s no margin for error as no less than the fate of the nation may be at stake…
Praise for the works of C.M. Gleason “Gleason kicks off a new series with an adequate mystery and more than adequate descriptions of the nation’s capital at a critical moment in history.”
—Kirkus Reviews on Murder in the Lincoln White House “Exhilarating…Sure to please.”
—The New York Times Sunday Book Review on The Clockwork Scarab “With its fog-shrouded setting, its heart-racing and clever plot, and most of all, its two completely delightful, kick-butt heroines, The Clockwork Scarab is pure, delicious fun from beginning to end.”
—Rachel Hawkins, New York Times bestselling author on The Clockwork Scarab
“Lots of fun. Plenty of action mixes with a hint of romance, and the ancient Egyptian overlay adds atmosphere.”
—Booklist on The Clockwork Scarab
“This is an excellent addition to Gleason’s series and will have readers clamoring for more.”
—VOYA on The Chess Queen Enigma
“Every literary cog and wheel has its distinct function—the authentic historical framework, the adeptly integrated steampunk devices, the compelling personalities and backgrounds of the outwardly tough but inwardly vulnerable heroines—yet all work together in easy synchronization.”
—School Library Journal on The Spiritglass Charade
C. M. Gleason is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling and award-winning author. She lives in the Midwest with her family and two dogs, and is hard at work on the next Lincoln’s White House Mystery. Visit her online at cmgleason.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Historical mysteries featuring former presidents—especially President Lincoln—appeal to a larger readership. • Who can resist a mystery that takes place in Lincoln’s world–right in his White House? • The protagonist is Lincoln’s (fictional) assistant, but the great man himself figures large in this nove–offering his special brand of wisdom and humor to the proceedings. • C. M. Gleason is a New York Times bestselling author of the Stoker & Holmes series (Chronicle) for teens and the Gardella Vampire Chronicles (NAL). Her Stoker & Holmes series for teens has received acclaim from The New York Times and Library Journal, and is a YALSA (Young Adult Library Services Association) pick. • Gleason’s books have been translated into more than seven languages.
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MARKETING PLANS • Print and online advertising • Regional events • Promotion at select reader conventions • Social media advertising and promotion
CLASSIFIED The Godmothers Fern Michaels
“Tirelessly inventive and entertaining” (Booklist), #1 New York Times bestselling author Fern Michaels creates exactly what her devoted fans want in the sixth installment of The Golden Girls-style Godmothers series, as the irrepressible Toots and her dear friends Sophie, Ida, and Mavis face new triumphs and challenges the way they face everything—together…
Teresa “Toots” Loudenberry is wealthy by anyone’s standards. But the riches that mean most to her are friends and family. And now that her daughter, Abby, is happily married and living nearby, life is more satisfying than the delicious pralines sold at Toots’ bakery, The Sweetest Thing.
Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1302-5 U.S./Canadian Price: $9.95/$10.95 Rights: World Pages: 272 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 21/32 Pack: 56 Author’s Residence: Summerville, SC eBook ISBN: 978-0-7582-9163-9 SALES HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback Breaking News 6/18 (978-1-4967-1301-8) Deadline 6/17 (978-1-4967-0633-1) Late Edition 3/17 (978-1-4967-0632-4) PUBLISHING HISTORY Kensington Hardcover 6/13 (978-0-7582-8492-1) Kensington Trade Paperback 10/13 (978-0-7582-8493-8)
Then another diversion hits, this one deadly serious. Two children have disappeared after visiting The Sweetest Thing. Toots enlists Ida, Sophie, and Mavis to help search. But the stakes are higher than they could have imagined, and the Godmothers will need courage, trust, daring—and each other—more than ever…
Praise for the novels of Fern Michaels “Pure, recession-proof fun…”
—Publishers Weekly on The Scoop “It’s always fun when the Godmothers have a new project in the works…chuckles are always part of the plot when the girls get together and readers are going to feel as comfortable as they would be visiting an old friend.”
—RT Book Reviews on Late Edition
“There’s a reason Fern Michaels has published nearly 100 books: she’s got a talent for churning out page-turners. Readers will finish this one in a single sitting.”
—Charleston Magazine on Exclusive
Fern Michaels is the USA Today and New York Times bestselling author of the Sisterhood, Men of the Sisterhood, and Godmothers series, as well as dozens of other novels and novellas. There are over seventy-five million copies of her books in print. Fern Michaels has built and funded several large day-care centers in her hometown, and is a passionate animal lover who has outfitted police dogs across the country with special bulletproof vests. She shares her home in South Carolina with her four dogs and a resident ghost named Mary Margaret. Visit her website at fernmichaels.com.
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• This is the sixth novel in The Godmothers series, following Breaking News, Deadline, Late Edition, Exclusive, and The Scoop. • Late Edition, the third book in The Godmothers series, was longlisted for a SIBA Award. • Starting with the 2016 reissues of The Scoop and Exclusive, we have been relaunching The Godmothers series with new covers and more targeted promotion than the series received the first time around. Kensington will reissue two novels in the series every year, leading up to the 2018 release of the new final novel in The Godmother series. • The Godmothers series, with its mix of adventure and more mature protagonists, can be described as “The Golden Girls meets Charlie’s Angels.” • Fern Michaels is one of the biggest, most trusted names in publishing, with more than 91 consecutive New York Times and USA Today bestsellers. Her novels have been translated into over 20 languages.
• Print and online advertising • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Email marketing and eNewsletter promotions • Cross-promotion with Fern’s 2018 releases via yearlong marketing campaign
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Meanwhile, Toots’ friendship with Dr. Phil Becker has deepened…but Toots hasn’t been entirely honest about her past. Frankly, after burying eight husbands, Toots suspects she should end her relationship in case she jinxes Phil, too.
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FUDGE CUPCAKE MURDER A Hannah Swensen Mystery Joanne Fluke
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Joanne Fluke, New York Times bestselling author and Queen of Culinary Suspense, continues to delight cozy mystery readers with superb characters, inventive storylines and “the best recipes in the genre” (Library Journal).
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For bakery owner Hannah Swenson, life in Lake Eden, Minnesota, seems to be lacking a certain flavor. It’s not that she doesn’t enjoy teaching a weekly “Potluck Cooking” class at the community outreach center. Or that she’s not excited about her sister Andrea’s bun in the oven—watching the very pregnant Andrea try to sit on a stool at The Cookie Jar is worth it every time. Maybe it’s this year’s sheriff’s election that’s got her down. For years, Sheriff Grant’s been the iron hand in town. But now, Hannah’s brother-in-law Bill is giving the old blowhard the fight of his long, dubious career--and Grant’s not taking it in stride, especially once the local polls (and the Cookie Jar gossip) show Bill pulling ahead. But before anyone can get a taste of victory, things go sour. Just as Hannah’s emptying the trash, she makes a very unappetizing discovery: Sheriff Grant’s body in the dumpster behind the high school where she’s teaching her cooking class. And as if that weren’t bad enough, the poor man still has fudge frosting on his shirt from the cupcake she gave him earlier. She’d been trying to find the secret ingredient left out of the recipe. Now she has a more important mystery to crack. Category: Mystery ISBN13: 978‑1‑4967‑1403‑9 U.S./Canadian Price: $12.95/$13.95 Rights: World Pages: 320 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 25/32 Pack: 48 Author’s Residence: Granada Hills, CA eBook ISBN: 978-1-61773-128-0 SALES HISTORY Kensington Trade Paperback Lemon Meringue Pie Murder 5/18 (978-1-4967-1402-2) Blackberry Pie Murder 3/14 (978-1-61773-178-5) Red Velvet Cupcake Murder 3/13 (978-0-7582-9184-4) PUBLISHING HISTORY Kensington Mass Market 6/16 (978-1-4967-1152-6) 6/11 (978-0-7582-7361-1) 2/05 (978-0-7582-0153-9) Kensington Trade Paperback 11/05 (978-0-7582-1364-8) Kensington Hardcover 3/04 (978-0-7582-0152-2)
The number one suspect is none other than Bill. In fact, he’s the only suspect, but Hannah’s not swallowing it. Plenty of people had reason to hate Sheriff Grant, starting with all the deputies whose cases he stole during election years just so he could take the glory. Even his long-suffering wife Nettie isn’t blame-free. Rumor has it the Grants were doing some serious feuding and had a skeleton rattling in their closet. Soon, Hannah’s dishing up scandalous secrets, steaming hot betrayals, and enough nastiness to keep the gossip mill at The Cookie Jar going through several pots of decaf. And the closer Hannah gets to the truth, the closer she gets to smoking out a murderer with a very nasty recipe for silencing people. Will Hannah be able to stand the heat when someone wants her out of the kitchen…for good?
Praise for Fudge Cupcake Murder “Scrumptious.”
—Publishers Weekly “For fans of culinary mysteries.”
—Library Journal
“Fudge Cupcake Murder should not be read on an empty stomach because there are mouth-watering recipes and descriptions of desserts in almost every chapter.”
—The Midwest Book Review
Joanne Fluke is the New York Times bestselling author of the Hannah Swensen mysteries, which include Raspberry Danish Murder, Banana Cream Pie Murder, and Wedding Cake Murder, and the book that started it all, Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder. Five novels in the series (and counting!) have been adapted for screen as Murder, She Baked, the Hallmark® Movies & Mysteries original television movie franchise starring Alison Sweeney as Hannah. Like Hannah Swensen, Joanne Fluke was born and raised in a small town in rural Minnesota, but now lives in Southern California. Please visit her online at JoanneFluke.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Over 5.5 million Hannah Swensen books have been sold and the novels have been translated into seven languages. • With five original movie adaptations and counting, Hallmark® Movies & Mysteries continues to build the Murder, She Baked television movie franchise starring Alison Sweeney and based on Joanne Fluke’s Hannah Swensen series. The first adaptation in 2015, based on Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder, was the network’s most-watched and highest-rated movie debut in network history, with a 1.6 HH rating and 1.1 million total viewers—a record that was only beat by the second Hannah Swensen movie release! • Known as the Queen of Culinary Mystery and honored by RT Book Awards as a “Living Legend,” Joanne Fluke’s past nine Hannah Swensen books have been Top 15 New York Times hardcover bestsellers, with her 2017 release, Banana Cream Pie Murder, debuting at #3. Joanne Fluke’s Lake Eden Cookbook was a Top 10 New York Times Bestselling Cookbook. • Includes ten original dessert recipes for you to try!
MARKETING PLANS • Print and online advertising • Cross-promotion with Lemon Meringue Pie Murder (Kensington TP, 5/18) • Email marketing and eNewsletter promotions
NO LOYALTY
De’nesha Diamond; A’zayler Urban lit superstar De’nesha Diamond teams up with newcomer A’zayler to deliver a power-packed thrill ride that will appeal to fans of Wahida Clark and Ashley & JaQuavis.
DANGEROUS LIAISONS by De’nesha Diamond She’s watching. She’s planning. She’s past done waiting. Klaudya Ramsey is out for revenge on her own mother. Nichelle seduced Klaudya’s wealthy, disloyal husband, had her innocent daughter jailed—and stole her life. Now Klaudya plays on her mom’s insatiable greed and her husband’s gullibility to take them down hard. But a secret Klaudya never saw coming could turn her vengeful dream into an inescapable nightmare…
Category: Fiction ISBN13: 978-1-4967-1146-5 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: World Pages: 288 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 7/16 Pack: 52 Author’s Residences: Atlanta, GA eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-1148-9
Their bond is unbreakable. They always have each other’s backs—though that’s the only thing identical twins Aiden and Kayden Lattimore have in common. So when hard-driving achiever Aiden accidentally gets in major-league trouble, Kayden does his brother’s jail time for him. Too bad Aiden is taking care of Kayden’s beautiful wife all too well. And now Kayden is about to teach Aiden a lesson in betrayal these brothers may not survive…
Praise for De’nesha Diamond and A’zayler “Diamond’s hairpin plot twists, snappy dialogue, sultry sex scenes, and colorful, often hilarious characters keep the pages turning.”
—Publishers Weekly on Heist
“Treachery abounds and there are no heroes in this ongoing saga of gang violence in Memphis. Not for the faint of heart.”
—RT Book Reviews on Boss Divas
“The allure of a dangerous world in which to escape is what Diamond’s fans are after. And here, it’s what they get.”
—Juicy Magazine on King Divas
“De’nesha delivers a nonstop, hard-hitting page-turner that’ll keep readers on the edge of their seats.”
—Tu-Shonda L. Whitaker on Hustlin’ Divas
“Diamond’s ear for street talk comes across loud and clear in this violent and profane tale, which launches a gritty new series. The divas here are realistic characters, and the pacing zooms in what is one of the best constructed street lit stories of 2010.”
—Library Journal, Pick of the Month for Hustlin’ Divas
De’nesha Diamond is the author of almost a dozen street lit novels and short stories, including the gritty Desperate Hoodwives tales. This edgy Memphis native aims to deliver hope in tales that walk the fine line between glorifying thug life and telling it like it is. Visit De’nesha online at DeneshaDiamond.com. A’zayler is the author of thirty-three modern-day suspense filled dramas set in the city. Her novels detail the hidden lifestyles of fictional yet very relatable street characters. Readers interested in urban love stories that appeal to their hearts as well as their minds will swoon over A’zayler’s dynamic writing. When she’s not taking care of her family, online shopping, or working on her next project, you can find her at church or in a bookstore. Connect with A’zayler online at AzaylerInk.com, Facebook as Author A’zayler, and on Instagram as Author_Azayler.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Dafina’s urban lit anthologies have performed well, and it’s because they combine the hottest authors of urban lit who always deliver thrilling, juicy tales that fans love. And No Loyalty is no exception, with a brand-new author and well-known De’nesha Diamond. • Hard, edgy, and full of suspense and betrayal, No Loyalty will appeal to fans of Wahida Clark and Nikki Turner who similarly deliver shock-filled novels about urban life. • De’nesha Diamond’s Queen Divas was included on Essence® Magazine’s Five Best Summer Books list. • De’nesha Diamond’s writing is a cut above the rest. Her debut single title, Hustlin’ Divas (Dafina TP, 11/10) received a starred review from Library Journal and ranked as one of their Best Novels of 2010.
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TEARS OF BLOOD by A’zayler
MARKETING PLANS • Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and feature coverage • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley, Vine, and Goodreads • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Email and eNewsletter marketing • Outreach to African American bookclubs
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ROOM SERVICE The Innkeepers
Rochelle Alers Bestselling author Rochelle Alers welcomes readers to the third installment in her warm and sexy The Innkeepers series, about four women of different ages and cultural heritages finding romance and new lives in New Orleans.
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New Yorker Jasmine Washington had a successful interior design business, a high-powered marriage, and a chance at motherhood—until her perfect husband betrayed her big-time. Now starting from scratch, the Asian and African American stunner is tackling a lifetime opportunity: co-managing her friend’s new luxury inn about to open in the Garden District. The last thing Jasmine needs is romance. New Orleans’ most eligible bachelor, investment banker Cameron Singleton, begs to differ. Cameron challenges Jasmine’s cautious ways, teases her back into having real fun—and makes one sexy, utterly irresistible Mr. Right Now. But their passionate nights soon result in a surprise bonus…Even though Cameron insists on being there for Jasmine, can she really believe his love is the real thing? Can she shake the past and design a completely new life? And is there really only one way to find out?
Praise for The Innkeepers series Category: Contemporary Romance ISBN13: 978-1-4967-0734-5 U.S./Canadian Price: $9.95/$10.95 Rights: World Pages: 320 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 25/32 Pack: 48 Author’s Residence: South Floral Park, NY eBook ISBN: 978-1-4967-0735-2 SALES HISTORY Dafina Trade Paperback Breakfast in Bed 9/17 (978-1-4967-0732-1) The Inheritance 3/17 (978-1-4967-0730-7)
“A meet-cute.”
—Publishers Weekly on Breakfast in Bed “Alers sets up an interesting interracial relationship.”
—Publishers Weekly on The Inheritance
“Mature, realistic protagonists, a plethora of family and friends, and a well-researched and thoughtful story that skillfully straddles the line between romance and women’s fiction beautifully sets the stage for this fascinating series to come.”
—Library Journal on The Inheritance
“A novel that resembles female bonding romance series like The Bride Quartet by Nora Roberts…Capitalizing on its assets: the sensuous Big Easy setting and the rarely encountered middle age romance.”
—Kirkus Reviews on The Inheritance
“‘Big Easy’ not only describes this book’s location, but is an apt description of the love story. As usual with this author, bring a hearty appetite because the menus and recipes will tempt the palates of dedicated food lovers. This adds an authentic tone to the dialogue as the second installment of The Innkeepers series expands the business venture that will become the DuPont Inn. As an added bonus, the rich history of New Orleans has a starring role.”
—RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars, on Breakfast in Bed
Rochelle Alers has more than 80 titles and nearly two million copies of her novels in print. She is a regular on the bestseller lists, regularly chosen by Black Expressions Book Club, and has been the recipient of numerous awards, including the Emma Award, Vivian Stephens Award for Excellence in Romance Writing, the RT Book Reviews Career Achievement Award and the Zora Neale Hurston Literary Award. She is a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Iota Theta Zeta chapter and her interests include gourmet cooking and traveling. A full-time writer, Ms. Alers lives in a charming hamlet on Long Island and can be found online at RochelleAlers.org.
KEY SELLING POINTS • The Inheritance (Dafina TP, 3/17) was an Amazon “Best Books of the Month: Romance” selection. • Rochelle Alers has been hailed by readers and booksellers alike as one of today’s most prolific and popular African American authors of romance and women’s fiction. • With more than 80 titles and nearly two million copies of her novels in print, Rochelle Alers is a regular on the bestseller lists and the Black Expression Book Club, and has been the recipient of numerous awards, including the Golden Pen Award, the Emma Award, Vivian Stephens Award for Excellence in Romance Writing, the RT Book Reviews Career Achievement Award and the Zora Neale Hurston Literary Award. • Room Service is the third book in Rochelle Alers’ series, The Innkeepers, featuring four female friends from different generations and cultural backgrounds. With the focus on diversity in our diverse society, Rochelle’s books come at the perfect time. The characters are also of varying ages–another element readers are looking for, characters whose ages reflect their own.
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MARKETING PLANS • Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising campaign • Outreach to special interest groups and book clubs • Social media advertising and promotion • Email marketing to reach consumers directly and raise author awareness • Select author appearances and promotions at reader conventions • Online giveaways, bonus content, and shareable assets
C I TA D E L P R E S S Running with Raven
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Bono: The Amazing Story of a Rescue Cat Who Inspired a Community
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Top Hoodlum
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Wicca For One: The Path of Solitary Witchcraft
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Laura Lee Huttenbach
Helen Brown
Anthony M. DeStafano
Raymond Buckland
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RUNNING WITH RAVEN Laura Lee Huttenbach
Now available in paperback! It’s not a race. It’s a way of finding meaning, purpose, and community over the course of eight miles run every day, without fail, for more than forty years. This is the true story of a real-life “Forrest Gump” and the lives he has touched. People from 50 states and 85 countries have joined his runs, which have been featured on ESPN, in The Wall Street Journal, on NPR, and more.
In 1975 Robert “Raven” Kraft, a high school dropout and aspiring songwriter, made a New Year’s Resolution to run eight miles on Miami’s South Beach each evening. Over 125,000 miles later, he has not missed one sunset.
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Along the way, Raven has changed the lives of thousands who have run with him—many of them hundreds of times. From all fifty states and dozens of countries, across all age groups and backgrounds, they come to run with Raven and in the process, find friendship, inspiration—and a nickname.
Category: Sports ISBN13: 978-0-8065-3843-3 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: World Pages: 256 Trim Size: 6 x 9 Spine Size: 5/8 Pack: 44 Author’s Residences: New York, NY (Lee); Miami Beach, FL (Raven) eBook ISBN: 978-0-8065-3844-0 PUBLISHING HISTORY Citadel Hardcover 5/17 (978-0-8065-3842-6)
Among them is author Laura Lee “White Lightning” Huttenbach, who has logged over a thousand miles of Raven Runs. Here she explores the stories of dozens of others about why they started running with Raven—and why they keep coming back. Taxman, an accountant in his mid-60s, has done 1800+ runs. Dizzy, a middle school principal from Cuba, met his wife and his best friend on Raven Runs. Butcher, an ex-convict, credits Raven with saving his life. In an uncertain world Raven shows up, no matter what. Quirky and appealing, tenacious and magnetic, Raven is a legend of the running world. Laura Lee Huttenbach reveals how one man’s daily ritual has blossomed into an uncanny gift for weaving people together—and an invaluable reminder that the journey means little without the connections forged along the way.
Praise for Running With Raven “A powerful and endearing story. I have met many runners over the years, but Raven left an indelible impression upon me, as he has countless others. Never has eight miles a day had such a profound and far-reaching impact upon so many people, myself included. Raven, long may you run.”
—Dean Karnazes, ultramarathoner and New York Times bestselling author “Raven’s tale of perseverance, understanding, and courage will inspire anyone.”
—Publishers Weekly
“Huttenbach’s wry humor and appreciation of the offbeat make her the perfect Boswell for this modern-day fitness obsessive.”
—Ted Conover, award-winning author of Newjack and Immersion
“His tenacity and dedication have drawn attention among a group of runners who have been inspired to join him.”
—Runner’s World Magazine
Laura Lee Huttenbach, a graduate of the University of Virginia, has been a serious athlete since her older brothers taught her how to slide tackle in soccer when she was four. In high school as a four-sport star, she was named Female Athlete of the Year for the state of Georgia. She moved to South Beach in 2011 after finishing her first book—The Boy is Gone, the life story of a Kenyan independence leader whom she met while backpacking in Africa. During her evening runs in Miami Beach, she met Raven and became fascinated by his story. While running with Raven, she learned Miami Beach history and met characters of the past and present who were unlike any she’d ever known. Her website is llhuttenbach.com. To find out more about the Raven Runs, visit ravenrun.net.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Includes 16 pages of color photos. • Will remind readers of Unbroken by Lauren Hillenbrand with its inspirational message—don’t give up, honor your commitments, and help others along the way. • Raven appeared in a Nike commercial with Lebron James. • Past media attention for Raven has been sparked by milestones such as Raven’s achievement of 100,000 miles (ESPN); the 40th anniversary of Raven’s Runs (Miami Herald). His birthday (October 17) attracts attention each year. • A documentary about Raven’s remarkable story is being directed by Mary Beth Koeth. More information can be found at mbkoeth.com/#/unstoppable/.
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MARKETING PLANS • Online advertising • Social media advertising and promotions • Email and eNewsletter marketing
BONO
The Amazing Story of a Rescue Cat Who Inspired a Community Helen Brown From New York Times bestselling author Helen Brown comes a funny and moving account of her life-changing month as a foster mother—to a homeless cat named Bono.
When Helen Brown arrived in New York for a month-long business stay, a fellow animal-lover talked her into fostering a shelter cat. Helen visualized a sweet-natured cuddler who blinked and dozed a lot. What she got at Manhattan’s Bideawee shelter was a wide-eyed and unpredictable Persian with a punked-out haircut and a feisty attitude.
Category: Biography ISBN13: 978-0-8065-3845-7 U.S./Canadian Price: $16.00/$17.95 Rights: US, CAN,OM Pages: 288 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 23/32 Pack: 56 Author’s Residence: Melbourne, Australia eBook ISBN: 978-0-8065-3846-4 SALES HISTORY Citadel Press Trade Paperback Cats& Daughters 4/13 (978-0-8065-3606-4) Cleo 9/10 (978-0-8065-3303-2)
Praise for Helen Brown’s Memoirs “Bono is a beautiful story about the bonds of affection that can develop between humans and cats, and an uplifting tale about how everyone deserves love and a second chance.”
—Modern Cat on Bono
“Sequel to Cleo, told with unflinching candor and Aussie-tinged wit…Brown reprises her first book’s theme: cats have the power to help heal human suffering. Brown’s voice is alternately, and appropriately, lighthearted and solemn.”
—Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW, on Cats & Daughters
“Pet lovers will remember Helen Brown as the author of Cleo, an endearing book about the cat that seemed to double as her family’s emotional healer…Cats and Daughters is an equally endearing sequel to one of the most beloved cat chronicles.”
—BN.com on Cats & Daughters
“Possibly the next Marley & Me, Cleo, by Helen Brown, is an honest and un-mawkish true story of ordinary people rebuilding their lives after a tragedy, with the help of a kitten. Even non-cat-lovers will be moved.”
—Good Housekeeping on Cleo
“An absolute must gift for yourself or a cat-loving friend.”
—Cat World on Cleo
Helen Brown was born and brought up in New Zealand, where she first worked as a journalist, TV presenter, and scriptwriter. A multi-award-winning columnist, Helen now lives in Melbourne, Australia, with her family and feline, the internationally beloved Jonah. Cleo rose to the top of the bestseller lists in its first weeks in the United States, United Kingdom, New Zealand, France, and Australia, and has been translated into more than sixteen languages. Cats & Daughters increased her audience with publication in six countries, and her novel Tumbledown Manor showed her storytelling talents at their best. You are invited to visit Helen at helenbrown.com and follow her on Facebook.
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MARKETING PLANS
• The latest memoir by Helen Brown, author of the New York Times bestseller Cleo, is inspired by when she was working with Bideawee to do some events for Cat and Daughters and decided to foster one of her cats. That was Bono, a cat who desperately needed the love and peace of a “real home.” Helen knew she couldn’t return Bono to the shelter and wrote about getting to know him while searching for a home in a regular blog that ran on The Huffington Post. Her blog and Bono received international attention and HuffPo actively promoted her posts on their homepage. It was read by 22 million people. • Bono is the book that gives readers the full story of Bono’s fostering and eventual adoption. It is written with the same irresistible wit, wisdom and heart that made Helen Brown’s first two cat-related memoirs universally appealing. • Helen Brown is a multi-award-winning journalist with a career spanning over 30 years. She is extremely mediagenic and great at speaking to kids, teens, and adults. • Helen’s previous memoirs have been translated into more than 16 languages.
• Advance reading copies • Print and online advertising • Internet radio advertising partnership targeting animal lovers, pet/cat-related programming • Partnerships with major cat rescue organizations • Books on the Subway partnership and giveaways • Tie-ins for Adopt a Cat Month (June) • Outreach targeting high profile and celebrity cat lovers/spokespeople • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images
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Bono had become homeless during Hurricane Sandy, had survived a serious infection, and needed daily medications. As a “special needs” cat, he was an unlikely candidate for adoption. But Helen not only accepted Bono’s care, she embraced it. As affection between them grew, Helen resolved to see that Bono found his forever home. She didn’t know that he would change her life in ways she never dreamed possible and teach her lessons she would cherish ever after. Just as this sweet, beleaguered, and hopeful guy deserved a fresh start, Helen too was ready for new beginnings. And so began a heartwarming, uplifting, lasting kind of love…
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TOP HOODLUM
Anthony M. DeStefano Featuring new F.B.I. revelations, rare family photos, and never-before-published material, Pulitzer Prize–winning investigative journalist Anthony M. DeStefano, presents the definitive book on the man who defined the Mafia as we know it: Frank “The Prime Minister” Costello, preeminent mob boss of the 20th Century and the man who was the inspiration for The Godfather Don Corleone.
The press nicknamed him “The Prime Minister of the Underworld.” The U.S. Treasury’s Bureau of Narcotics described him as “one of the most powerful and influential Mafia leaders in the U.S.” But to friends and associates, he was simply “Uncle Frank.” Who was Frank Costello really? That’s the question Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Anthony M. DeStefano sets out to answer—in this definitive portrait of one of the most fascinating figures in the annals of American crime…
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Using newly released F.B.I. files, eyewitness accounts, and family mementos, Top Hoodlum takes you inside the Mafia that Frank Costello helped build from the ground up, from small-time bootlegging and gambling to a nationwide racketeering empire.
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Praise for Pulitzer Prize–Winning Author Anthony M. DeStefano Category: True Crime ISBN13: 978-0-8065-3869-3 U.S./Canadian Price: $26.00/$28.95 Rights: US, CAN, OM Pages: 352 Trim Size: 6 x 9 Spine Size: 1 3/16 Pack: 32 Author’s Residence: Northern NJ eBook ISBN: 978-0-8065-3871-6 SALES HISTORY Citadel Hardcover The Big Heist 7/17 (978-0-8065-3830-3)
“A longtime journalist, DeStefano writes clearly about the case…Readers also know when they are in capable hands. DeStefano knows gangsters and mob history.”
—Sunday Star Ledger on The Big Heist
“Terrific. He finally gives us a fitting end to the murderous and fabled story of the 1978 Lufthansa heist.”
—Nicholas Pileggi, author of Wiseguy and Casino on The Big Heist
“This is a dark, informed, and effective bio, and DeStefano is a master at cutting through the secrecy of the Mafia hierarchy.”
—Publishers Weekly on Vinny Gorgeous
“DeStefano’s book tracks the downfall not only of Massino himself but all of the old organized crime families…DeStefano gives us unique insights.”
—New York Law Journal on King of the Godfathers “Thrilling American crime writing.”
—Jimmy Breslin, author of The Good Rat
7/17 (978-0-8065-3830-3)
KEY SELLING POINTS
• Advance reading copies • Print, online, and podcast advertising • Publicity outreach for reviews, roundups, and interview coverage • Early reviewer promotions through NetGalley and Goodreads • Social media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Email and newsletter marketing • Outreach to special interest groups
© Author’s Collection
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Anthony M. DeStefano has covered organized crime for over three decades, including the crime beat for New York Newsday for the past twenty years. His books on organized crime include The Big Heist, Gangland New York, King of the Godfathers, Mob Killer, and Vinny Gorgeous among others. He lives in New Jersey. Please visit him online at TonyDeStefano.com.
JULY 2018 CITADEL PRESS HARDCOVER
• This is the definitive account of the life of Costello, one of the most powerful men in the history of the American Mafia. • It has been many years since a book was done on Costello, and similar titles are long out of print. • Costello inspired the character of Don Corleone in both the novel and the film of The Godfather. • DeStefano includes new, rare, and previously unpublished materials including F.B.I. interviews and rare family photos. Among this book’s many stunning revelations, he includes new information of Costello’s private meetings with F.B.I. director J. Edgar Hoover, his partnership with Charlie “Lucky” Luciano (and how they brutally displaced the old guard of the Mafia) and his power over politicians, rapport with reporters, and amazing ability to evade the feds.
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WICCA FOR ONE The Path of Solitary Witchcraft Raymond Buckland In this repackage and reissue, the Father of American Wicca presents a comprehensive guide to the solitary practice of Wicca through every season of life.
The practice of Wicca is more popular than ever. While some Wiccans are unable to find a coven, others simply prefer to practice alone. Either way, solitary practice is a wholly authentic choice, steeped in traditions even older than those of organized covens.
CITADEL PRESS TRADE PAPERBACK AUGUST 2018
Known as the Father of American Wicca, Raymond Buckland provides this indispensable, comprehensive guide to the solitary practice of Wicca through every season of life. From becoming a Witch to improving your life through magic to mastering spells, rites, traditions, and celebrations, this thoroughly modern handbook includes information on: • The advantages and drawbacks of practicing solitary Wicca • Constructing the tools and sacred space needed to create magic every day • Using dreamwork, tarot cards, crystal balls, astrology, and other divinations Category: New Age ISBN13: 978-0-8065-3866-2 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$16.95 Rights: World Pages: 288 Trim Size: 6 x 9 Spine Size: 23/32 Pack: 42 Author’s Residence: Akron, OH eBook ISBN: 978-0-8065-3867-9 SALES HISTORY Citadel Trade Paperback Wicca for Life 2/18 (978-0-8065-3864-8) PUBLISHING HISTORY Citadel Trade Paperback 9/04 (978-0-8065-2554-9)
• Maintaining ethics without the guidance of a coven • Developing the power to heal and to ward off negativity Let Wicca for One be your guidebook and inspiration as you travel the time-honored path of the solitary practitioner.
Praise for the works of Raymond Buckland “A step-by-step guide to Wicca as a lifestyle; practical, easy to read, and no-nonsense in tone.”
—Shelley Rabinovitch, author of The Encyclopedia of Modern Witchcraft and Neo-Paganism “A complete handbook of rites, rituals, and ultimately personal empowerment. Truly a guide for magickal living, and for all seasons of life.”
—Anthony Paige, author of Rocking the Goddess
Raymond Buckland is the British-born author of numerous books on practical magick, including the bestselling Buckland’s Complete Book of Witchcraft, Practical Color Magick, and Practical Candleburning Rituals. A protégé of the late Dr. Gerald Gardner, he introduced Gardnerian Wicca to the United States in the 1960s and is a leading authority on Witchcraft, voodoo, and the supernatural. He lives in north central Ohio.
KEY SELLING POINTS • Wicca remains popular, as seen in the immense success of the Harry Potter franchise. • Raymond Buckland is known as the “Father of American Wicca.” • Buckland is a two-time winner of the Coalition of Visionary Retailers Visionary Award. • Portuguese and Italian rights were sold for Wicca for One. • Wicca for One was a Mind & Spirit Book Club choice.
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INFLUENCER
Brittany Hennessy Influencer marketing is one of the fastest growing and most effective marketing strategies used today, and anyone with a smart phone and social media accounts can make significant money just by uploading a photo, a video or a tweet…if they have the right skills. Influencer is the only book that teaches the ins and outs of the branded content industry, by the only expert in the field.
Being an Influencer doesn’t require millions of followers or celebrity status. Marketers are increasingly relying on micro-influencers—those with small but dedicated followers—to promote their brands. But before earning thousands for an Instagram post or being paid to wear designer clothes, one must understand the art and science behind this emerging, highly competitive business.
Category: Business ISBN13: 978‑0‑8065‑3885‑3 U.S./Canadian Price: $15.95/$17.95 Rights: US, CAN, OM Pages: 256 Trim Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 Spine Size: 5/8 Pack: 56 Author’s Residence: Irving, NY eBook ISBN: 978‑0‑8065‑3886‑0
Brittany Hennessy, the first-ever Director of Influencer Talent at Hearst, casts celebrities, models, and influencers for Seventeen, Cosmopolitan, Elle, Marie Claire, Harper’s Bazaar, Esquire, among others, creating campaigns for top beauty and fashion brands. In February 2017, she co-founded CreatorsCollective, an online community that connects and educates today’s digital creators, and hosts workshops to help them navigate the ever-changing industries of influencer marketing and branded content. In 2007, after graduating from Rutgers University with a degree in journalism, Brittany created ChiChi212.com, which was nominated by Paper Magazine for “Best Nightlife Blog,” and she became an influencer for Bacardi, Popchips, Svedka, and the Gap. When she was flown to Germany as the North American ambassador for Nivea just to hang out with Rihanna on a cruise ship and tweet about it, she knew it was time to make the switch from journalism to social media. Eventually she became an expert in influencer marketing, and is now sharing her insights with aspiring influencers so they may find their passion and monetize it.
KEY SELLING POINTS • While there are a number of books and countless articles on how to utilize influencer marketing, there are no resources for the person who wants to be an influencer. This is the only book that teaches the ins and outs of this growing business and how to succeed in it. • Brittany Hennessy is the top expert in this field. As the first Director of Influencer Talent for Hearst, her job is to identify and hire top tier influencers. She, more than anyone, knows what makes a successful influencer. • As co-founder, with her husband, of CreatorsCollective, she has created a community that connects and educates digital creators. • She has worked with the most successful influencers and they will help promote the book to their millions of followers. They include: Madison Beer (7.5M followers), Iskra Lawrence (3M followers), Manny MUA (3M followers), (Chantel Jeffries (2.3M followers) and Jasmine Sanders (2.1M followers). • In her role at Hearst, she’ll be able to get placement on book lists and gift guides across Hearst titles and secure interviews on Cosmpotlitan.com, Seventeen.com, and other Hearst brands.
MARKETING PLANS • Advance reading copies • Select author appearances in New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, and D.C. • TV, podcast, radio, print, and online interview campaign • Promotion at select conferences and conventions • Print, online and podcast advertising • Multilayered social-media campaign including advertising, giveaways, bonus content, and shareable images • Outreach to special interest groups • Early buzz campaign with pre-pub advertising • Support from industry experts and influencers • Teaser video • Targeted outreach to marketing professionals, content creators, and female entrepreneurs
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Brittany Hennessy, co-founder of CreatorsCollective and the first-ever Director of Influencer Talent at Hearst, knows what it takes to become a sought-after influencer and have staying power in a market that moves faster than the speed of light. She guides readers through core influencer principles, from creating content worth double tapping and using hashtags to get discovered, to understanding FTC rules and delivering metrics. For both the aspiring influencer as well as those ready to take their careers to the next level, Influencer shows readers how to elevate their skills, create their brand, and make money—all while doing what they love.
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Accidental Mistress, The, 30 Adams, Ellery, 61 Against Nature, 57 Alers, Rochelle, 66 Allan, Barbara, 7 And All the Phases of the Moon, 22 Angel Makers, The, 20 Antiques Wanted, 7 Ashdown, Isabel, 34 Ashenden, Jackie, 43 A’zayler, 15, 65 Barrett, Casey, 57 Bear Witness to Murder, 25 Bella Fortuna, 29 Berenson, Laurien, 35 Between Earth and Sky, 8 Bono, 69 Bradford, Laura, 40 Breaking News, 28 Broken Places, 18 Brown, Helen, 69 Buckland, Raymond, 72 Bunn, Davis, 59 Burns, V.M., 10
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Chamberlin, Holly, 12, 39 Chariot on the Mountain, 50 Chiofalo, Rosanna, 29, 60 Clark, Tracy, 18 Classified, 63 Collusion, 14 Crime & Punctuation, 21
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Davis, Krista, 19 de León, Aya, 30 Dead on Arrival, 5 DeStafano, Anthony M., 70 Devil you Know, The, 48 Diamond, De’nesha, 14, 65 Diva Cooks Up a Storm, The, 19 Donlea, Charlie, 16 Don’t Believe It, 16 Dunnett, Kaitlyn, 21
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Edwards, Eldonna, 2
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Firefly Cove, 59 Fluke, Joanne, 13, 64 Ford, Jack, 50 Framingham Fiend, The, 27 Freeland, Liz, 26 Freeman, Dianne, 38 Fudge Cupcake Murder, 64
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Gilstrap, John, 36 Girl on the Balcony, The, 49 Gleason, C.M., 62
Harris, Gregory, 27 Harris, Tessa, 20 Hennessy, Brittany, 73 Henry’s Sisters, 45 Her Sister’s Lie, 54 Hide And Sneak, 6 Hollis, Lee, 56 Howells, Debbie, 9, 54 Hussey, Olivia, 49 Hustle Hard, 47 Huttenbach, Laura Lee, 68 Influencer, 73 It Started in June, 24
Saundra, 47 Schaffer, Bernard, 52 Scorpion Strike, 36 Secret, Book, & Scone Society, The, 61 Singer, Judy Renee, 22 Skenadore, Amanda, 8 Souza, Joeph, 4 Summer Friends, 12 Summer Nanny, The, 39 Sunflower Girl, The, 60 Swinson, Kiki, 5
Jackson, Lisa, 32
Tale of Two Murders, A, 58 Thief of All Light, The, 52 This I Know, 2 Top Hoodlum, 70 Total Control, 43
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Kappy King and the Pickle Kaper, 46 Kietzman, Susan, 24 King, Samantha, 42
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Wicca For One, 72
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Lady’s Guide to Etiquette and Murder, A, 38 Lamb, Cathy, 45 Lemon Meringue Pie Murder, 13 Liar, Liar, 32 Lillard, Amy, 46 Little Sister, 34
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Macy, Meg, 25 Martin, Alexander, 49 Maxwell, Alyssa, 44, 55 McKevett, G.A., 6 Michaels, Fern, 28, 63 Monroe, Mary, 48 Morrison, Mary B., 31 Murder at Chateau Sur Mer, 44 Murder at Ochre Court, 55 Murder in Greenwich Village, 26 Murder in The Lincoln White House, 62 Murder Will Speak, 11
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Neighbor, The, 4 No Loyalty, 65
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One I’ve Waited For, The, 31
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Part of the Silence, 9 Passion of the Streets, 15 Perfect Family, The, 42 Poppy Harmon Investigates, 56 Portrait of a Sister, 40
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Read Herring Hunt, 10 Redmond, Heather, 58 Richards, Penny, 11 Room Service, 66 Ruff Justice, 35 Running With Raven, 68
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