About Me
I love books. I always wanted my career to be somehow associated with books. My earliest aspiration was to be a librarian, but a high school guidance counselor pointed me towards journalism. My first job was working in the publications department of the Girl Scouts of America. From there it was a seismic leap to Penthouse magazine where I began as an editorial assistant and later became Fiction Editor, putting me squarely in my comfort zone—surrounded by books.Some years later after moving to and back from London and apprenticing at a friend’s agency; I decided to open my own literary agency where I thought I could happily nest amongst even more books.In the decade since then I have purposely kept my list small. I am happy to consider all types of fiction but particularly like historical fiction, cozy mysteries, young adult and middle grade. For non-fiction I am interested in memoir, parenting, humor with a pop culture bent, and history. Quirky non- fiction is also a particular favorite.I have a BA in Journalism from The George Washington University. I am a member of the Women’s Media Group and an advisory member of the National Council of the School of Media and Public Affairs at The George Washington University.- Current Projects
Junk Drawer Ecology/Bobby MercerKirkus Reviews: "Highly recommended for educators, home-schoolers, and any curious kid."
Deliberate Evil| Edward Renehan Jr.Named one of 16 best historical books for the holiday season by the New England Historical Society
Where I Belong/Marcia Argueta MichelsonStarred Kirkus Review
Junior Library Guild Selection
Starred School Library Journal review
Pura Belpre Young Adult Author Honor Book
The Thing I'm Most Afraid Of | Kristin LevineFrom Booklist: "An engaging historical novel, with an unusual, vividly realized setting."
The Last Secret You'll Ever Keep |Laurie Faria StolarzFrom the Bulletin for Children's Books: "It's effective and memorable...the bleak, soul crushing terror of being surrounded by folks who don't believe your trauma exists is the truest horror Stolarz explores."
A Place to Hang the Moon |Kate Albus"A wartime drama with enough depth and psychological complexity to satisfy budding bookworms." Kirkus Reviews**A Junior Literary Guild Gold Standard SelectionA Starred Review in the Foreword Review
The Franklin Avenue Rookery for Wayward Babies | Laura Newman“Newman fills her quirky collection with moments of connection as protagonists grapple with loss and longing. With candor, wry wit and memorable details, these stories shimmer.” – Publisher’s Weekly
A Starred Review in the Foreword Review
When We Die | Kenneth J. Doka Ph. D.
Finding Comfort during Hard Times | Earl JohnsonStarred Booklist Review***
Named 1 of the Top 10 Health and Wellness Books of 2021 by Booklist
Jane Anonymous | Laurie Stolarz
"This engrossing confessional is both heartbreaking and hopeful."--Booklist
"Powerfully graphic"--Kirkus Reviews
YALSA Quick Pick for Reluctant Readers
The Widow’s Christmas Surprise | Jenna Jaxon"Jaxon balances family drama and seasonal joy in her fast-paced fifth Widows Club Regency romance…Jaxon keeps the pages flying by highlighting just how high-stakes marriage and courtship were for Regency-era women. Maria’s plight is sure to resonate with historical romance fans.”– Publishers Weekly
“Hugh is a very appealing hero, and Maria’s friendships with the other widows light up this warm holiday romance with its many surprising turns.” – Booklist
Other books in series:Much Ado about a WidowWedding The WidowTo Woo A Wicked WidowWhat A Widow Wants
The Framingham Fiend | Gregory HarrisOther books in series:The Arnifour AffairThe Bellingham BloodbathThe Connicle CurseThe Dalwich DesecrationThe Endicott Evil
The Endicott Evil | Gregory Harris"The novel is well-paced . . . the interplay between Pendragon and Pruitt is interesting and complex . . . a number of unusual twists and turns." –Mystery Scene on The Arnifour Affair"An incredibly pleasing mystery . . . the author nails it yet again." –Suspense Magazine on The Bellingham Bloodbath
Unholy City | Carrie Smith"Smith's first-rate police procedural provides plenty of likely suspects and a clever detective." –Kirkus Reviews
"Forgotten City, Carrie Smith’s gripping follow-up to Silent City, pits the unrelenting detective against a cast of diverse New Yorkers driven by their desires and ambitions and haunted by their pasts. But can she piece together the truth before the murderer kills again?" –Good Reads"Fans of procedurals should add Smith to their must-read lists." –Booklist (Starred Review)Other books in series:
Forgotten CitySilent City
Junk Drawer Engineering | Bobby Mercer"It's perfect for kids to learn and let their creative side show." –Test Try Results"Students and educators will enjoy this resource as it makes learning science fun and appealing." –School Library Connection on Junk Drawer ChemistryOther books in series:
Junk Drawer ChemistryJunk Drawer Physics
Shutter | Laurie Faria Stolarz"Breezy but solid, with enough plot twists to keep readers guessing." –Kirkus
The Wild West in Color | John C. GuntzelmanThese iconic and incredibly evocative photographs from another era capture the reality and immediacy of that time and only require the careful addition of color to make them far more accessible, believable, and meaningful to present-day readers.
The Business of Good | Jason HaberSerial and social entrepreneur Jason Haber reveals how business is being retooled to change the world. Through interviews with innovative figures and game-changing entrepreneurs, the book demonstrates the power and potential of social entrepreneurship to create jobs, grow the economy, and at the same time make a difference in the world
Sit Stay Heal | Mel C. Miskimen"4.83 stars: At turns hilarious and heart breaking, Sit Stay Heal will touch the souls of dog lovers everything, and speak to anyone seeking a way to connect with those they've lost." –Good Reads
Return to the Dark House | Laurie Faria Stolarz"It is rare for sequels to go above and beyond the first. However, Return to the Dark House kicks it up a notch with new scenery, new scares and a bigger climax than the first." –Teen Reads
"Stephen King would love it." –Kirkus on Welcome to the Dark House
Other books in series:Welcome to the Dark House
The Paper Cowboy | Kristin Levine"A winningly authentic, realistic and heartwarming family drama." –KirkusAlso by Kristin Levine:The Best Bad Luck I Ever HadThe Lions of Little Rock
Enticing Her Unexpected Bridegroom | Catherine HemmerlingOther books in series:Tempting Her Reluctant ViscountTaming Her Forbidden EarlRomancing His English Rose
The Robot Book | Bobby MercerAlso by Bobby Mercer:The Race Car BookThe Flying Machine Book
The Civil War in Color | John C. GuntzelmanThese iconic and incredibly evocative photographs from another era capture the reality and immediacy of that time and only require the careful addition of color to make them far more accessible, believable, and meaningful to present-day readers.
Extinct for a Reason | Scott Cooney and Aaron Adler
Jack at the Helm | Lisa Doan
