Upcoming September 2009 releases

A fresh sardonic twist on sibling rivalry. Warning: may require hippos.

Felix is not happy about his new baby sister. In fact, he thinks she should be sent back to where she came from. That's when a trip to the zoo inspires some creative solutions to his problem--but Felix will need some animal participation for his plan to work. Expertly brought to life by illustrator Larry Day, Richard Morris's quirky, tongue-in-cheek take on the new baby in the house is sure to entertain parents and children alike, and will help any older sibling realize that sometimes, even little sisters can come in handy.

Walker and Co September 2009

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On a treacherous odyssey across the Island of the Dead, where the legend of the zombi looms large, spiders, snakes, booby traps, will prove the least of Indy's challenges. Even with the agents Japanese and German and an infamous voodoo priest hot in pursuit, capturing the fabled black pearl known as the Heart of Darkness will be child’s play compared to confronting an enemy unlike any other, whose numbers are legion and nearly impossible to kill–-because they’re already dead . . .

Del Rey September 2009

Not-to-Miss April 2009 Releases

"Morris pumps [the story of a wronged woman] full of adrenaline by running a wicked psychological thriller in the background . . . painfully insightful . . . It all leads to a propulsive climax that makes this sensitive work of literary fiction also incredibly exciting . . . Don't wait for the inevitable movie version." --Washington Post.

"Skillfully paced, its characters engrossingly snared in complicated relationships . . . Intense, urgent feelings . . . pulse through its pages." --New York Times Book Review

Shaye Areheart April 2009

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Going through a breakup? Stressed out? Looking for inspiration or romance? Hoping to reinvent yourself or give back? Emmy award-winning travel writer Karen Schaler highlights more than 100 vacation option, complete with chapter-specific quizzes and insights from therapists and other travelers to help you pick the right trip.

Seal Press April 2009

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A razor-sharp, darkly satirical and warped novel about murder, love, torture, art, ninjas, ambition, drugs...and everything in between.

Leigh Tiller has just been kidnapped. The beautiful, ineffably cool New York socialite is being held by a bunch of stylish, but imbecilic terrorists who've demanded millions in ransom from Leigh's wealthy father. There's just one problem: Kip Tiller doesn't want Leigh back. He wants her dead. And he's hired the Serologist—a psychotic, patchwork-scarred hit man—to make sure it happens.

Kensington April 2009

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"Very, very good . . . so smooth a telling of a rough ride that you'd think it was the author's fourth, fifth, or sixth book, not her first . . . a major accomplishment. Ginnah Howard is a writer to watch." --Washington Times

"A wrenching . . . tragic family drama . . . Howard is a graceful, spare, and fluid writer, and her somber and bleak novel has the power to lift and inspire." --Publishers Weekly

"Harrowing . . . unflinching . . . Stark scenarios [that] will be cathartic for readers who have dealt with them firsthand and cautionary for those who haven't." --Kirkus, starred review

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt April 2009

Reviews Roundup: Phillip Margolin's FUGITIVE

A strong, smart and attractive heroine . . . Pay close attention when reading Phillip Margolin's latest thriller." --Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

"This terrific thriller writer outdoes himself . . . superbly clean, fluid style, which seems so effortless it's rarely noticed . . . I guarantee you'll enjoy it." --The Sullivan County Democrat

"Sit in your favorite chair, get some iced tea and take this page-turner with you . . . Phillip Margolin is a master of his craft who deserves the highest rating he can get. the constant action, danger, and evil villians in the book are so compelling you will not put it down until the end." --OnceUponARomance.net

Smart, spunky, and young trial lawyer Amanda Jaffe is now becoming synonymous with smart and young lady lawyers- in and outside of fiction . . . Margolin action at its ultimate best that culminates in a finish that only he could have thought of. A highly suspenseful and quick-paced read, this latest comes highly recommended." --New Mystery Reader

"A sizzling international thriller." --National Examiner

HarperCollins June 2009

Not-to-Miss May 2009 releases

Man Booker nominated!!!

A New York Times bestseller

A Publishers Weekly Pick of the Week, Summer Reads Pick

"Perfectly calibrated . . . a ghost story as intelligent as it is stylish." --Washington Post

"Waters is an excellent, evocative writer . . . an incredibly gripping and readable novel." --The New York Times

"An astonishing performance, right down to the book's mournful and devastating final sentence." --Salon.com

Riverhead May 2009

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Junior Library Guild Selection, Spring 2009

ALAN Pick, July 2009 (Association on Literature for Adolescents)

“Intriguingly offbeat . . . humorous, suspenseful and poignant . . . fans of Jerry Spinelli and others of his ilk may especially enjoy it and will be held rapt.” --Kirkus

"A sensitive, touching, and sometimes heartbreakingly funny picture of middle school life." --School Library Journal, starred review

Philomel May 2009

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Fifth title in the Edgar-nominated series!!

"Sweet God, how I love these books . . . the best Sherlock Holmes series for kids I've ever been lucky enough to read." --School Library Journal

"From the riveting prologue to the satisfying conclusion . . . The atmospheric setting and the voice of the heroine are so compelling . . . Well done!" --School Library Journal

Philomel May 2009

Out Now: Lynne Barach's FIRST COME THE ZEBRA

Looking for a gorgeous picture book to delight young readers? Check out FIRST COME THE ZEBRA, the newest from the author of HIROMI'S HANDS and ASK ALBERT EINSTEIN!! Two boys from traditional Kenyan tribes learn to share common ground and overcome their differences in this delightful parable.


















"Appealing, expansive ink-and-watercolor illustrations . . . an accessible exploration of the concept of tribal disputes and more general themes of friendship and conflict resolution. A nice choice for classroom use and home reading." --Kirkus Reviews

Lee and Low August 2009

Not-to-Miss June 2009 Releases

The fourteenth New York Times bestseller from the author of EXECUTIVE PRIVILEGE and PROOF POSITIVE

"The pages fly in this violent, twisty tale of one man's journey through the legal system, and legal thriller fans will snap up Margolin's latest for their summer beach reads." --Library Journal, starred review!

"Entertaining . . . a plot set on full boil . . . all will enjoy following the resourceful Amanda [Jaffe] as she puts the pieces of the puzzle together." --Publishers Weekly

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You can take the girl out of the geeks . . . but can you take the geek out of the girl?

"Sweet, funny, and heart-warming, The Geek Girl's Guide to Cheerleading truly makes you want to cheer!" --Elizabeth Scott, author of Bloom, Perfect You and Something Maybe

“I thoroughly enjoyed this modern, teenage take on Austen’s Pride and Prejudice . . . This dynamic duo of authors display a dry humor that had me snorting out a laugh on more than one occasion.” --Long and Short Reviews

Simon Pulse, June 2009

Book II in the Chrysalis Queen Quartet, a chronicle the adventures of young Guinevere leading up to her marriage to King Arthur

Excellent period details . . . [McKenzie's] female characters are strong and give advice relevant to contemporary readers." --Publishers Weekly

Knopf Young Readers, June 2009

Be on the lookout for Wendy Webb's THE TALE OF HALCYON CRANE!!

A young woman travels alone to a remote island to uncover a past she never knew was hers in Webb's thrilling modern ghost story, coming April 2009 from the publisher of Darling Jim.

The first blurbs have arrived!!

"Captivating and haunting, this debut proves Wendy Webb is a gifted storyteller." --MJ Rose, author of The Memorist

"The Tale of Halcyon Crane is a wonderfully creepy gothic tale with a distinctly modern sensibility. Ms. Webb has written a hypnotic, twisting, and vividly imagined story about the terrible and lovely ways the past impacts the present, and how one woman's discovery of old family secrets reveals new truths about herself and her life." --Megan Chance, author of The Spiritualist

More quotes and news to come in the months leading up to publication!!

Henry Holt April 2009