Emily Hamilton's debut novel THE STARS TOO FONDLY received a starred, rave review in Shelf Awareness: "Debut author Emily Hamilton bursts onto the scene like a supernova with THE STARS TOO FONDLY, a dazzling, heartfelt space adventure novel about chosen family and the ache of existence... With humor, sweetness, and force, Hamilton's blend of sci-fi caper and slow-burning romance conveys the importance of never giving up on one another, even when lost in space and time. THE STARS TOO FONDLY marks Hamilton as an author to watch." The novel was recommended by Burlington Free Press and Book Riot ("The Best Books We Read April-June 2024"), and indie booksellers will be highlighting THE STARS TOO FONDLY in stores throughout the fall as one of its "Indies Introduce" picks. The audiobook, narrated by Vico Ortiz, won an AudioFile Earphones Award and got a nod from Lit Hub, where it was praised as " a raucous space adventure rom-com with infectious energy" and a "lively story of friendship and queer romance [that] is full of interdimensional danger and is heaps of fun on audio." THE STARS TOO FONDLY was published by Harper Voyager in the US and Gollancz in the UK on June 11, 2024.

A review for Matt Young's debut novel END OF ACTIVE SERVICE in the Wyoming Tribune Eagle deems the book to be "profane, intense and taut, like knowing a car wreck is imminent and being powerless to stop it. Bad things will happen before good ones do, which is something to remember before you open this novel. But open it, you should. This is one book you’ll talk about." END OF ACTIVE SERVICE was published by Bloomsbury on June 18, 2024.

In a review for The Wall Street Journal, Sam Sacks called Maxim Loskutoff's OLD KING "An expert panorama…Coming on the heels of his outstanding 2020 novel, RUTHIE FEAR, OLD KING shows that Mr. Loskutoff is unmatched at evoking the contentious, transitional nature of the American West, which is roiled by changing environmental values and economic realities, a place of new and clashing mythologies." The Book Report Network hailed OLD KING as "a compelling, sometimes harrowing and occasionally sweet novel confronting emotional disconnect, the relationship between humanity and nature, and modern fears about technology, all the while giving readers characters who care deeply about each other and the world around them. This smart, captivating and provocative book is highly recommended." The novel was also featured on the front page of the Missoulian, highlighting Loskutoff as a celebrated local Montana author. OLD KING was published by Norton on June 4, 2024.

PEARL continues to receive glowing reviews in the lead up to its publication. From A.V. Club, Oliver Sava praises: “[PEARL is] heavy material executed with a deft touch…The creative team uses symbolic imagery to boil down complex emotions into visuals that invite the reader to project their own feelings, providing a deeply personal entryway into World War II history for readers of all ages.” Caroline Carlson at Literary Hub writes: “[T]he well-calibrated balance of text, images, and white space makes PEARL a particularly powerful read.” Meanwhile, Historical Novel Society describes the book as an “underappreciated war story,” in which “Amy’s struggle with the dual facets of her nationality feels both realistic and compelling, and her efforts to survive war and understand herself are moving.” PEARL was also a featured pick for August by Amazon Books and The Children’s Book Council. Graphix will publish the book on August 20, 2024.

LIARS by Sarah Manguso received fantastic reviews surrounding its publication this week. For The New York Times Book Review, Brian Dillon writes: "’LIARS is an unflagging and acridly funny assault on [the narrative of a happy marriage], but also a formally canny study of how such tales get told — and how fragile our replacements may turn out." Meanwhile, NPR reviewer Heller McAlpin writes: “[LIARS] is a tour de force, but it is also relentless…Bitterness is never attractive. But good writing is. LIARS makes an old story fresh.” Lastly, Jenessa Abrams reviewed the book for The Los Angeles Review of Books, examining it “in the wake of Andrea Skinner’s revelation about her sexual abuse and her mother Alice Munro’s silence.” Hogarth published LIARS on July 23, 2024.

PEARL by Sherri L. Smith received a starred review from Publishers Weekly. The reviewer praises Smith for her “carefully plotted dialogue and character interactions,” and illustrator Christine Norrie’s “[h]arrowing scenes of violence and tragedy…in a haunting progression of inky black panels while a muted blue and white palette adds ethereal ambiance to Amy’s everyday life.” Graphix will publish the novel on August 20, 2024.

Seth Fishman’s forthcoming picture-book, BRANDON AND THE TOTALLY TROUBLESOME TIME MACHINE, received a positive review from Kirkus: “Lighthearted and joke-filled…[T]his flippantly funny selection will appeal to reluctant readers, mistake makers, and homework shirkers alike. A lively lesson on the value of hard work and perseverance embedded in a wacky time travel adventure.” Penguin Workshop will publish the book on October 15, 2024.

Mason Coile’s forthcoming horror novel WILLIAM is eliciting positive reviews. Publishers Weekly writes, “Coile expertly imagines the sort of ghoulish snares a cybernetic environment could spring upon its unprepared captives. . . It’s a frightening Frankenstein fable for the age of AI.” Meanwhile, Kirkus Reviews calls it “Gleefully lurid fun.” In Library Journal, reviewer James Gardner raves, “[Coile] makes the house feel haunted through his descriptions, but this book is also a wickedly fast cyber-thriller. . . A late-act reveal helps this story stand out among other technology-going-bad tales, and those who like the trope, or enjoy a good techno-thriller, will want to watch William play with his human toys.” G.P. Putnam’s Sons will publish the novel on September 10, 2024.

Katherine Arden’s picture-book debut, THE STRANGEST FISH, received a starred review from Kirkus. The review praises: “Arden’s lyrical, conversational text emphasizes the strong bond between Daisy and her new pet despite their limited time together; she makes clear that caring for another living being can alter us forever…A deeply empathetic look at the magic of love and compassion.” Astra Young Readers will publish the book on September 3, 2024.

Kailee Pedersen’s upcoming debut novel SACRIFICIAL ANIMALS received a starred review from Library Journal. Reviewer Becky Spratford raves: “Readers will follow…as the foreboding details build, knowing full well that the tightly coiled tension will eventually explode; when it does, they will be left gasping in awe… Pedersen’s debut skillfully balances character and atmosphere. Recommend to readers who like creepy, methodically paced stories that focus on unease.” Meanwhile, a review from Publisher’s Weekly praises: “[A] grisly, literary horror that isn’t afraid to show its teeth. Pedersen is sure to win fans.” St. Martin’s Press will publish the book on August 20, 2024.