ABOUT
K.L. Walther was born and raised in the rolling hills of Bucks County, Pennsylvania surrounded by family, dogs, and books. Her childhood was spent traveling the northeastern seaboard to play ice hockey. She attended a boarding school in New Jersey and went on to earn a B.A. in English from the University of Virginia. She is happiest on the beach with a book, cheering for the New York Rangers, or enjoying a rom-com while digging into a big bowl of popcorn and M&Ms. And listening to Taylor Swift on repeat, of course.
BOOKS
TWO BEST FRIENDS. TWO BOYS. ONE COMPLICATED YEAR.
Everyone at the prestigious Bexley School believes that Sage Morgan and Charlie Carmichael are meant to be....that it’s just a matter of time until they realize that they are actually in love.
When Luke Morrissey shows up on the Bexley campus his presence immediately shakes things up. Charlie and Luke are drawn to each other the moment they meet, giving Sage the opportunity to steal away to spend time with Charlie’s twin brother, Nick.
But Charlie is afraid of what others will think if he accepts that he has much more than a friendship with Luke. And Sage fears that things with Nick are getting too serious too quickly. The duo will need to rely on each other and their lifelong friendship to figure things out with the boys they love.
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*NOTE: THIS BOOK WAS ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN 2020, UNDER THE TITLE If We Were Us
PRAISE
"Gripping...Entertainingly depicts mature views on life, friendship, and romance." ― Kirkus Reviews
"An excellent choice for most YA collections, this will be welcomed by fans of Becky Albertalli's Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda and Molly Backes's The Princesses of Iowa." ― School Library Journal
IT’S ALL JUST FUN AND GAMES…UNTIL SOMEONE LOSES THEIR HEART.
When Meredith Fox lost her sister, Claire, eighteen months ago, she shut everyone out. But this summer she’s determined to join the world again.
The annual family vacation to Martha’s Vineyard seems like the perfect place to reconnect. Her entire extended family is gathering for a big summer wedding, and although Meredith is dateless after being unexpectedly dumped, she’s excited to participate in the traditional Fox family game of assassin that will take place during the week of wedding festivities. Claire always loved the game, and Meredith is determined to honor her legacy.
But when Meredith forms an assassin alliance with a cute groomsman, she finds herself getting distracted. Meredith tries to focus on the game and win it for her sister, but she can’t help falling for him. And as the week progresses, she realizes she’s not only at risk of losing the game, but also her heart.
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PRAISE
A New York Times & USA Today Bestseller!
"[A]n engaging read... Recommended for larger collections with dedicated romance readers." ― School Library Journal
"[It's] a rose-tinted romance that readers will want to toss into a beach tote for some relaxing, enjoyable fun." ― The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
"The mix of budding romance, competitive hijinks, a close-knit circle, as well as dealing with loss make for a satisfying read." ― Kirkus Reviews
"Seamlessly weaves in the importance of family, and by the end, I felt like I had joined the Fox family and their traditions...a quick and easy read recommended for anyone who is looking for a lighthearted book sprinkled with elements of reality." ― Sachi Sharma, Manhattan Book Review
"[I]deally suited for those who enjoy contemporary romance...a perfect summer or beach read!" ― Andrea Reid, The Nerd Daily
THE GAME IS ALMOST AFOOT.
WILL YOU JOIN MY BAND OF FOOLS?
EMAIL TheJesterXXIII@gmail.com WITH YOUR ANSWER…
Lily Hopper has two more weeks until she's officially finished with boarding school. With graduation quickly approaching Lily is worried that she's somehow missed out on the fun of being in high school. So, when she receives a mysterious note inviting her to join the anonymous senior class Jester in executing the end-of-year prank, Lily sees her chance to put her goody-two-shoes reputation behind her.
When Lily realizes the Jester is none other than Taggart Swell, her ex- boyfriend, she's already in too deep to back out. Lily might've dumped Tag, but she still has major feelings. Plus, his brilliant plan to steal the school's yearbooks, targets none other than Lilly's prom date: the Senior Class President, Daniel.
As the group of pranksters hide cryptic clues across campus for Daniel to find, Lily and Tag find themselves in close quarters. As the exes dodge Campus Safety guards, night owl teachers, a troop of freshmen, and even Daniel himself, new sparks fly. But old hurts and painful secrets refuse to be ignored. And with graduation on the horizon, Lily can only hope that breaking the rules will help mend her heart.
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PRAISE
A USA Today Bestseller!
"A complete delight! This is a swoony second chance love story intertwined with a comedy of errors, performed by a lovable, vivid ensemble." ― Samantha Markum, author of This May End Badly
"Full of fun and charm...This sweet second-chance romance kept me smiling throughout!" ― Becky Dean, author of Love & Other Great Expectations
"Brimming with high stakes hijinks and swoony romantic tension, WHAT HAPPENS AFTER MIDNIGHT is a laugh-out-loud, perfect page turner you won’t be able to put down. Great fun!" ― Robin Reul, author of Where the Road Leads Us and My Kind of Crazy
"Lily and Tag’s sparkling second chance romance is the stuff Taylor Swift songs are made of, their boarding school world as cozy and close-knit as Stars Hollow. I loved the epic senior prank schemes, clandestine kisses, and every other twist and turn in this delightful story!" ― Kaitlyn Hill, author of Love from Scratch
"An instant hit... carefully plotted [with] delightfully witty banter... The combination of engaging characters and plot successfully entertains while simultaneously asking big questions about legacy, memory, and the high school experience. Growing up is hard, but this book about transitioning from teen to adult makes for a fun book recommendation for a relatable life experience." ― School Library Connection
"An engaging story of personal growth and a second-chance romance." ― Kirkus Reviews
"Walther builds romantic tension and develops some genuine nail-biting moments as the pranksters creep around campus, breaking into off-limits buildings, ascending a ropes course, and even hijacking a golf cart, all the while avoiding campus security." ― Youth Services Book Review
For inquiries related to Maybe Meant To Be, The Summer of Broken Rules, and What Happens After Midnight, please contact Rebecca Atkinson at
rebecca.atkinson@sourcebooks.com
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eva@speilburgliterary.com
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