Everyone is talking about her, in real life and online, and while Owen is used to the scrutiny, Zora’s not sure it’s something she can live with. When Owen invites Zora to be his date at his big brother’s big royal wedding, Zora is suddenly thrust into the spotlight, along with her family and friends.

Zora can’t ignore the chemistry between them. But Owen is funny, charming…and undeniably cute. So she’s definitely not expecting to feel a connection to Owen, who’s an actual prince of an island off the coast of England. She’s excited to be attending a prestigious summer program, even if she feels out of place among her privileged, mostly white classmates. Summary: Fiercely independent and smart, Zora Emerson wants to change the world. Rep: ownvoices Black protagonist and side characters She is currently a youth services librarian at Worthington Libraries.Book: Truly Madly Royally by Debbie Rigaud She is a book reviewer for school library journal and a member of the Choose to Read Ohio advisory board. She believes stories have the power to shape our world for the better. Find out more at .ĭesiree Thomas has worked in the library profession for the past 20 years. She now lives with her husband and children in Columbus, Ohio.

She grew up in East Orange, New Jersey, and started her career writing for entertainment and teen magazines.

Perfect for fans of The Sun Is Also a Star and Blackout, this YA novel from Debbie Rigaud is a celebration of Haitian and Caribbean culture, and a story of first love, vodou, and finding yourself, all set against the backdrop of the West Indian Day Parade in Brooklyn.ĭebbie Rigaud is the coauthor of Alyssa Milano’s New York Times bestselling Hope series and the author of Simone Breaks All the Rules and Truly Madly Royally. Offering a steady mix of romance and humor, this is a home run.' - Kirkus Reviews This is a great depiction of Haitian American culture that both affirms and informs. 'Simone is a wonderfully crafted character, and Rigaud uses the awkwardness of the late bloomers' attempts to be cool with perfect comedic timing. We are so excited to welcome back author Debbie Riguad in celebration of her latest young adult novel, A Girl's Guide to Love and Magic! Special guest, librarian Desiree Thomas, will lead a lively discussion with Debbie and attendees.

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