autumn
“YA Books Central” Interview!
As I mentioned in my previous blog post, I wrote a children’s book called Pumpkin Spice, which was illustrated by the amazing Monique Dong. The book is out now from Penguin Random House.
Recently, YA Books Central – also known as YA (and Kids) Books Central – interviewed me. During the interview, I talked about all things Pumpkin Spice: what inspired me to write the book, what scene I’m proudest of, what the book is really about (thematically), and more!
But I also talked about my creative journey and writing career in general. For instance, I discussed the most important thing I’ve learned as a writer, the type of music I listen to while writing, and what my favorite literary tropes are.
You can read the whole YABC interview HERE.
Hey, if you make it to the end of the interview, there’s even a giveaway! (So – you know – you should probably read it all the way to the end.)
You can buy a copy of Pumpkin Spice HERE, HERE, HERE, and HERE.
And to see all of the other books I’ve written for Penguin Random House, click HERE.
“Pumpkin Spice” Is Out NOW!
Last year, I wrote a children’s book called Pumpkin Spice, which was illustrated by the super-talented Monique Dong. Well, guess what? Pumpkin Spice came out TODAY from Penguin Random House.
It’s available at bookstores everywhere, as well as HERE, HERE, HERE, and HERE.
Pumpkin Spice is a lavishly illustrated tribute to the wonders of the fall season, from colorful foliage to sumptuous food. And what about autumn holidays? Are they explored in this book? You bet they are! Here’s the official publisher description of Pumpkin Spice:
A delicious celebration of fall that hits all the senses, complete with a recipe for a homemade pumpkin spice blend! Little ones will love cozying up with this board book and learning all about the delights of autumn.
Pumpkin Spice is getting ready to paint the leaves red, yellow, and orange for fall when she meets a talking pumpkin who introduces her to the real reason the leaves change color, before immersing her in the sights, smells, and tastes of the season.
Focusing on the senses, this board book celebrates all the reasons to love the fall—from the beautiful foliage to the delicious food to the joyful holidays.
And to see all of the other books I’ve written for Penguin Random House, click HERE.
Coming in August: Pumpkin Spice!
Last year, I wrote a children’s book called Pumpkin Spice, which was illustrated by the incredible Monique Dong. It will be published by Penguin Random House on August 12, 2025.
This board book is a lavishly illustrated tribute to the wonders of the fall season, from the colorful foliage to the yummy food. And what about autumn holidays? Are they explored in this book? You bet they are!
Here’s the official publisher description of Pumpkin Spice:
A delicious celebration of fall that hits all the senses, complete with a recipe for a homemade pumpkin spice blend! Little ones will love cozying up with this board book and learning all about the delights of autumn. Pumpkin Spice is getting ready to paint the leaves red, yellow, and orange for fall when she meets a talking pumpkin who introduces her to the real reason the leaves change color, before immersing her in the sights, smells, and tastes of the season. Focusing on the senses, this board book celebrates all the reasons to love the fall—from the beautiful foliage to the delicious food to the joyful holidays.
The book is available for preorder HERE, HERE, and HERE.
(And if you go to the Amazon page for Pumpkin Spice, you can even check out an excerpt of the book!)
But if you’d like to see all of the other books I’ve written for Penguin Random House (including the ones that aren’t about the beauty of autumn), click HERE.