Nafiza Azad

So, you're thinking of writing a book. Or, maybe you've written one, and are wondering what to do with it. What does it take to publish a novel, or even a short story? If you're a writer of color, these questions might multiply; after all, there's a lot of writing advice out there, and it can be hard to know how much of it really applies to your own experiences. If any of this sounds like you, you're in the right place: this collection of essays, written exclusively by authors of color, is here to encourage and empower writers of all ages and backgrounds to find their voice as they put pen to page. Perhaps you're just getting started. Here you'll find a whole toolkit of advice from bestselling and award-winning authors for focusing on an idea, landing on a point of view, and learning which rules were meant to be broken. Or perhaps you have questions about everything beyond the first draft: what is it really like being a published author? These writers demystify the process, sharing personal stories as they forged their own path to publication, and specifically from their perspectives as author of color. Every writer has a different journey. Maybe yours has already started. Or maybe it begins right here. Contributors include: Julie C. Dao, Chloe Gong, Joan He, Kosoko Jackson, Adiba Jaigirdar, Darcie Little Badger, Yamile Saied Mendez, Axie Oh, Laura Pohl, Cindy Pon, Karuna Riazi, Gail D. Villanueva, Julian Winters, and Kat Zhang"--

Get ready to step through a hidden portal and meet creatures who are equal parts magical and mischievous. In this thrilling collection of stories, you will encounter faeries from all over the world, each with their own unique tricks and enchantments. Whether you are chasing a winged trickster through an ancient dynasty or surviving your very first day at a magical boarding school, you are in for an unforgettable ride. You will discover that the fae are not just tiny creatures fluttering in gardens; they are powerful beings capable of bending reality itself. Sometimes they are helpful friends, but other times they are dangerous monsters hiding behind beautiful illusions. As you explore these wild and unpredictable worlds, you will need to keep your wits about you to survive their clever games. Packed with adventure, mystery, and a touch of madness, this collection is perfect for anyone brave enough to peek behind the curtain of the ordinary world. Just remember the most important rule: never, ever trust a faerie's promise.

This exceptional and powerful anthology explores the joys, heartbreaks and triumphs of immigration, with stories by critically acclaimed and bestselling YA authors who are shaped by the journeys they and their families have taken from home—and to find home. WELCOME From some of the most exciting bestselling and up-and-coming YA authors writing today…journey from Ecuador to New York City and Argentina to Utah…from Australia to Harlem and India to New Jersey…from Fiji, America, Mexico and more… Come On In. With characters who face random traffic stops, TSA detention, customs anxiety, and the daunting and inspiring journey to new lands…who camp with their extended families, dance at weddings, keep diaries, teach ESL…who give up their rooms for displaced family, decide their own answer to the question “where are you from?” and so much more… Come On In illuminates fifteen of the myriad facets of the immigrant experience, from authors who have been shaped by the journeys they and their families have taken from home—and to find home.

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This exceptional and powerful anthology explores the joys, heartbreaks and triumphs of immigration, with stories by critically acclaimed and bestselling YA authors who are shaped by the journeys they and their families have taken from home—and to find home. WELCOME From some of the most exciting bestselling and up-and-coming YA authors writing today…journey from Ecuador to New York City and Argentina to Utah…from Australia to Harlem and India to New Jersey…from Fiji, America, Mexico and more… Come On In. With characters who face random traffic stops, TSA detention, customs anxiety, and the daunting and inspiring journey to new lands…who camp with their extended families, dance at weddings, keep diaries, teach ESL…who give up their rooms for displaced family, decide their own answer to the question “where are you from?” and so much more… Come On In illuminates fifteen of the myriad facets of the immigrant experience, from authors who have been shaped by the journeys they and their families have taken from home—and to find home.

A girl battles a malignant evil passed down through generations. A warrior defies the destiny written for her. A peri fights to reclaim stolen powers. Step into a collection of South Asian folklore and legends completely reimagined for the modern world. You will encounter chudails, jinn, and goddesses in this lush anthology of fantasy and science fiction. Fourteen acclaimed writers from the South Asian diaspora bring you tales of star-crossed lovers and ancient magic, blending myth with contemporary struggles. These stories transport you across boundaries and realms, proving that the power of myth is universal. Dive into a rich tapestry of adventure, heartbreak, and triumph where every page reveals a new world and magic truly has no borders.