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Acquisition Announcement Sick of being bullied by his so-called best friends, seventeen-year-old Sammy Tomasello breaks up his punk band Flipflop just as they are being courted by major record labels. All he wants is a normal life without practicing, touring, and being ridiculed by his bandmates. But “normal” life isn’t what Sammy expects. He’s overwhelmed by the attention — and resentment — at school while his mom, still mourning the death of Sammy’s father, struggles to get out of bed. Seeking refuge from his problems, Sammy gets a job at ShowBiz Pizza where cute co-worker Maggie discovers his musical talent and begs to jam with him. Sammy doesn’t want to lose her the same way he lost Flipflop, but the urge to create is hard to resist. Sammy finds himself having to choose between music and happiness or risk losing both the people and passions that complete his life. Coming 2027

Welcome Dane Erbach, Author of For Your Entertainment

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For Your Entertainment is a a story by a punk music lover for a punk music lover. This YA contemporary story is full of references to the post-hardcore era of music we *ahem* old *ahem* millennials remember with affectionate nostalgia.  For Your Entertainment is a love letter to the adult generation’s misfit youth and the […]

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Welcome Harper Kinsley, Author of Spikes, Dice, and Other Variables

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Hi Everyone!  We are happy to welcome another YA novel to Inked in Gray! Spikes, Dice, and Other Variables is a YA contemporary asexual romance with a twist on the jock x nerd trope. This novel addresses some very real societal expectations about love and relationships.  We had the opportunity to interview Harper and learn

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Acquisition announcement for the novel 'Child of the Dragon' by Ashley Sheesley, published by Inked in Gray. The announcement is set against a textured paper background, with the title in bold black letters. The description highlights the book as a fantasy novel featuring a sword-swinging disability representative, cursed dragons, and sassy narrators, with the story combining elements of 'Legendborn' and 'Fourth Wing.' The narrative follows a chronically ill ex-assassin, a sarcastic rebel, and the granddaughter of the chosen one as they seek to fulfill a prophecy and save the dragons. A photo of the author, Ashley Sheesley, is taped to the right side of the announcement. She is smiling with her hand resting near her chin, set against a neutral background. The release date, 'Coming February 2026,' is displayed at the bottom in blue text.

Welcome Ashley Sheesley, Author of Child of the Dragon

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Hi Everyone!  We are proud to welcome Ashley Sheesley and her YA Fantasy novel Child of the Dragon. Child of the Dragon is Legendborn X Fourth Wing with sword-swinging disability rep, cursed dragons, and all the sassy narrators. We had the opportunity to interview Ashley and learn more about Child of the Dragon! Learn More about Child

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Featuring: Tiny Elf Arcanist’s Top 5 Gift Ideas

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Gifts for the Author in Your Life The Tiny Elf Arcanist has some great recommendations for the Arcanist, reader, and/or fandom fan in your life. If you’re shopping for a D&D player or someone who adores anime, some unique ideas await you below! Custom Fandom Tea Bends Shop: Adagio Teas Because tea is the perfect

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