New Book News: Little Orphant Allie Releasing in October
Hello, there! Welcome back to the blog. I am landing here from a very busy summer. From the kids’ theater rehearsals to softball games, family hikes, day trips, and more, it’s hard to believe summer is nearly over. We homeschool year-round, but are just beginning a two-week break between “school years.” It will be nice to have a reset, and a bit of a rest before September rolls in. Hooray for fall!
The New Book News!
And as for news on the author front: I have a new book coming in October!
Yes! This is a book I began writing three years ago, in August 2021. It is one that is near and dear to my heart. It has made its way through many drafts, workshops, and a whole lot of historical research. Now the manuscript is with my trusty editor, and a wonderful local artist is working on the book cover. I cannot believe it, but the book releases this October!
What is this book, you ask? Well, here are more details:
LITTLE ORPHANT ALLIE
Little Orphant Allie is a middle-grade historical novel-in-verse that explores the magical true story behind James Whitcomb Riley’s classic poem, Little Orphant Annie. In lyrical verse, twelve-year-old Mary Alice Smith, or “Allie,” tells of her time living in the Riley house in Greenfield, Indiana during the winter of 1861. The book gives a unique look into the world of the young girl whose imagination conjured up fairies, goblins, and witch-tales, and inspired a poem beloved for generations.
I am so excited to finally share this heartwarming story with the world come October. Be sure to follow me on social media, and subscribe to my monthly email newsletter for the latest updates. I shall return here before long with a cover reveal, and of course when the book releases!
Thanks for stopping by the blog today. Be well!
Katie
