Indies Introduce Interview

“Leech is atmospheric and rife with troubled, sharply-realized characters. In particular, the narrator is one of the most fascinating voices I’ve ever come across. As deeply compelling as discomfiting — this debut is a must-read," said Ellen McLaren of Queen Anne Book Company in Seattle, WA.

“I loved this book and can’t wait for another generation of readers to fall in love with reading because of this magical story,” said Revati Kilaparti of Old Firehouse Books in Fort Collins, Colorado.

“A gripping debut from an author to watch!” said Jhoanna Belfer of Bel Canto Books in Long Beach, California.

“Far more than merely the story of family, this amazing novel uses words to evoke the power of being part of Tribe and the ‘medicine’ it can create,” said Calvin Crosby of The King’s English Bookshop in Salt Lake City, Utah.

“An absolutely charming woodland fantasy that will appeal to fans of Garlic & the Vampire, Aster & the Accidental Magic, and the much beloved Steven Universe.” said Nicole Brinkley of Oblong Books in Rhinebeck, New York.

“Boys I Know is Judy Blume’s Forever for the modern age, carrying with it the expectations of family, academics, and relationships. June’s journey through senior year is all too relatable in all of its messy, soul-searching glory.” said Andrew King of The Secret Garden Bookshop in Seattle, Washington.

“Marie Aubert writes what we all want to say but society tells us that we should not. Grab a copy and be ready for a story you will soon not forget.” said Anne Frey of Watermark Books & Café in Wichita, Kansas.

“Talty’s writing about reservation life has a way of making experiences feel both universally human and also uniquely Native American. At times hilarious, and at other times heartrending, this book will immerse you in the way the best literature does.” said Destinee Hodge of East City Bookshop in Washington, DC.

“A coming-of-age story in which the setting is as much of a character as Fe Fe, our twelve-year-old protagonist...This debut novel will stay with you long after you finish the last page.” said Anne Frey of Watermark Books & Café in Wichita, Kansas

“There is so much packed in this novel and I am in awe of its beauty. I was blown away by this story and you will be too!” said Joseline Diaz of Kepler’s Books in Menlo Park, California.

“Lovers of art who challenge your way of seeing the world will find a happy home in Voice of the Fish,” said Max Ruthless of Foggy Pines Books in Boone, North Carolina.

“This book is a deeply feminist deconstruction of beauty standards AND a swoon-worthy academic rivals-to-lovers romance,” said Kassie King of The Novel Neighbor in Webster Groves, Missouri.

“Beautifully written and discerningly plotted. Lovers of Baldwin (and everyone else, honestly) won’t be able to put it down,” said Max Ruthless of Foggy Pine Books in Boone, North Carolina.

“Smart, funny, sad, bawdy, sweet and sour; if this book were pizza it would be a hot, delicious ham and pineapple,” said Jonathan Hawpe of Carmichael’s Bookstore in Louisville, Kentucky.

“This is what horror can and should be,” said Cliff Helm of Left Bank Books in St. Louis, Missouri.