THE AMALFI CURSE: A Bewitching Tale of Sunken Treasure, Forbidden Love, and Ancient Magic on the Amalfi Coast (4/29/25), Sarah Penner
A letter from 1821 warns of a secret hidden in Positano—the only port spared by The Amalfi Curse. Sarah Penner weaves history and magic in this dual-timeline novel. In the present, archaeologist Haven searches for lost treasure. In the past, Mari, bound to the sea, faces an inescapable fate. Filled with sea witches, pirates, danger, and romance, this story is as enchanting as its setting.
Join me at The Poisoned Pen Bookstore on 5/5/25 for a conversation and book signing with the bestselling novelist!
ELPHIE: A Wicked Childhood, Gregory Maguire (3/25/25)
Gregory Maguire, the mastermind behind Wicked, continues to expand the origin story of Oz with Elphie. While Wicked explores Elphaba’s time at Shiz University, Elphie takes us further back, uncovering what shaped the green-skinned girl before she became the Wicked Witch.
We've Decided to go in a Different Direction, Tess Sanchez (4/01/25)
Who hasn’t felt rejection? Hollywood casting exec Tess Sanchez faced her own in 2020, turning it into a candid, witty exploration of resilience and modern womanhood. With a foreword by husband Max Greenfield, she steps into the spotlight with main character energy.