Justine Manzano When I met Elaina Battista-Parsons it was because I was working for Inked in Gray Publishing as a freelance editor, and her book, Black Licorice, came across my desk for a content edit. And I fell in love. The characters were relatable, the message was solid, and the writing was gorgeous. Since then, I have been determined to be an avid supporter of both Black Licorice and Elaina. Check out the cover reveal of her wonderful upcoming release, and learn more about it. Then get to pre-ordering. 😉 You won’t regret it.
Title: Black Licorice
Author: Elaina Battista-Parsons
Genre: YA Contemporary Fiction
Publication Date: Feb 7, 2023
Publisher: Inked in Gray
Blurb
Freddi’s life is over. Her best—and only—friend needed her and she failed. After a series of bad decisions,
Freddi is pulled out of music school and forced to prove herself, but a new school and volunteer work only
add to her overwhelming anxiety. Freddi finds a potential new friend in Lorna, who forces her to face her
insecurities head on, but Freddi isn’t ready to let go. When Freddi learns Lorna is keeping something from
her, their friendship starts to crumble. Now Freddi must choose between chasing her past or rebuilding her
future.
Book Links:
Pre-Order Page – You can order the book by itself, or in a cute bundle with a notebook!
Goodreads
IndieStoryGeek
Author Info
Elaina Battista-Parsons is a memoirist and young adult author who grew up on the Jersey Shore, barefoot, bathing suit full of sand. Growing up in an Italian household, she learned the secrets of fresh mozzarella and good bread. She writes to connect,
celebrate, and encourage reading as a lifelong love. In her free time, she drinks coffee, takes walks, and visits antique stores. Her memoir collection, Italian Bones in the Snow, was released in 2022. She lives with her husband and two daughters on the Jersey Shore. Elaina can be found on Twitter and Instagram.
Publisher Info
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