Young Adult

Board Books/Picture Books  |  Beginning ReadersMiddle Grade   |  Young Adult  |  Parenting Resources  |  Educator/Librarian Resources  |   Articles

“Rich in politics, intrigue, and betrayal, Dagger and Coin  is a complex feminist fantasy featuring a tough and prickly ex-princess that I couldn’t help but adore.” – Heidi Heilig, author of The Girl from Everywhere

Kirkus Review calls Dagger and Coin a “riveting fantasy sequel…Soraya’s compelling narration makes the minutiae of management as thrilling as the betrayals, murders, and desperate gambits propelling the plot…A fine balance of political intrigue, relationship drama, and thoughtful characterization.” Read the full review.

Booklist says: “MacMillan builds tension slowly, and soon readers will be locked into the wrangling for power and influence that goes into forging a new foundation.” Read the full review.

Soraya Gamo was meant to be queen of Qilara until an Arnath slave rebellion destroyed the monarchy. Now, improbably, she sits on the new Ruling Council beside her former enemies, finally holding the political power she always wanted – but over a nation in ruins. Can Soraya, raised to be a proper Qilarite lady, learn to be a true leader? Or will the sins of her past forever haunt the footsteps of her future? Order now!

Read a sample at Barnes and Noble Readouts.

Dagger and Coin news.

In a sweeping fantasy that award-winning author Franny Billingsley calls “fascinating and unique,” debut author Kathy MacMillan weaves palace intrigue and epic world-building to craft a tale for fans of Rae Carson and Megan Whalen Turner. Available in hardcover, paperback, e-book, and audio.

Book Trailers

Read the first 9 chapters at Epic Reads!

Audiobook sample

Extras

Sword and Verse News

 


American Life in the 1940s cover

 

American Life in the 1940s (Iconic American Decades)

ABDO, 2023.

 

American Life in the 1940s takes a look at the major events that occurred throughout this decade and offers information on the demographics of the United States at the time. Readers will gain an understanding of the politics, conflicts, science, inventions, pop culture, fashion, and sports of the decade, and they will learn about the legacy the 1940s left behind. Features include a glossary, a timeline, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Order now from ABDO | amazon.com

 


 

Understanding Bipolar Disorder

Mental Health Guides; BrightPoint Press, 2020

 

Bipolar disorder causes intense mood swings. Sometimes people with bipolar disorder feel energetic and excited. At other times, they feel tired and depressed. Understanding Bipolar Disorder explores what this disorder is like, how it can affect people’s lives, and how it can be treated.

  • Important teen topics at a lower reading level
  • Clean and accessible design and format
  • Leveled text and infographics

Order now from BrightPoint Press | amazon.com