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Celebrating my ace spec characters on #InternationalAsexualityDay. Here's Rosie (first, right), my ace accidentally-viral singer/songwriter and Alouette (second, right), my demi socialite who definitely did not accidentally murder an ex-lover.
Art by the amazing @EtFictor
@JonahLevkowitz I cannot recommend @EtFictor enough. They were so fun to work with and her portrayals of my characters are so on point. I'm obsessed.
Now That I've Found You by Kristina Forest
A disgraced actress searching out her famous grandmother with a dash of cute romance? Yes please!
Before the Ever After by Jacqueline Woodson
Is there anything better than an MG book that can tackle heavy topics in an age appropriate way? This book carries such a huge emotional punch.
The Voting Booth by Brandy Colbert
A poling place meet-cute between two passionate political activists makes for a cute read.
Solo by Kwame Alexander
I've loved everything I've read by Kwame Alexander because it's so lyrical and full of heart. I just have a thing for musical teens, though.
The Ones We're Meant to Find by Joan He
Joan shows up every now and again, absolutely breaks my heart and brain and then I thank her for it.
Fat Chance, Charlie Vega
I don't even know where to begin with this one except that it brilliantly navigates fatphobia and race and toxic family and also I adore Charlie Vega.
We Can Be Heroes by Kyrie McCauley
A beautiful story on friendship that deftly handles the issue of gun violence.