HABITATIONS by Shiela Sundar received a fantastic review from Singapore Unbound. Reviewer Kristin T. Lee raves: “[W]hile HABITATIONS is very much an immigrant novel, there is a broad appeal in how it plumbs the unspoken wants of the human heart. Loneliness, the unremitting pain of losing a loved one, the constraints of familial obligation, the yearning towards freedom—these universal themes are explored with tender authenticity…With intelligent social commentary, wise insight into the human heart, and refined prose, HABITATIONS sings a quiet refrain of loss, longing, striving, and devotion—a subtle showstopper of a novel.” Simon & Schuster published the book on April 2, 2024.

BAD DRAWER by Seth Fishman has been selected as a 2024-2025 Arkansas Diamond Primary Award Nominee. The chosen books are aimed at students to “read for their own pleasure and/or inspiration.” Voting will take place in May of 2025. Penguin Workshop published BAD DRAWER on October 25, 2022.

Alex Van Halen’s BROTHERS debuted at #2 on The New York Times Bestseller Hardcover Nonfiction and Combined Print & E-Book Nonfiction lists for the week of November 10, 2024. Harper published BROTHERS on October 22, 2024.

Robert Hilburn’s A FEW WORDS IN DEFENSE OF OUR COUNTRY was featured on Parade’s “The 15 Best New Book Releases” for the week of October 22-28. They write: “[M]usical talent Randy Newman has Grammys, Oscars and Emmys to his credit, thanks to film scores, songs for TOY STORY and a string of acclaimed albums…Start now with ‘12 Songs’ and ‘Sail Away,’ two of his best, then play the score to THE NATURAL. Then you’ll understand why his prickly, satirical, heartfelt Americana is praised by so many…and he’s long overdue for a serious biography.” Hachette Books published A FEW WORDS IN DEFENSE OF OUR COUNTRY on October 22, 2024.

People Magazine published an exclusive cover reveal for Yrsa Daley-Ward’s debut novel, THE CATCH, which will be the capstone title for Glory Edim’s Well-Read Black Girl series, launching next year. Founded in 2015 as a book club, Well-Read Black Girl promotes and encourages conversation about diverse new voices in books. “Our new literary series is determined to introduce narratives that are innovative and beguilingly genuine," Edim said in a statement to People. "Daley-Ward's writing fits the bill; the voices in her manuscript hovered over my head for days. My co-editor, Gina Iaquinta, and I can't wait for you to experience her powerful characters.” Liveright publishes THE CATCH on June 3, 2025.