Al’s father decides to visit her for the first time in years—but does Al really want him back in her life? Al has always marched to the beat of her own drum—and that includes never letting anyone call her by her real name, Alexandra. But now Al’s mom is dating a strange man from work, and her dad is coming to visit for the first time in six years. As her whole world is thrown into turmoil, Al doesn’t know what to do. What if her mom marries this new man? And should she agree to see her father, who walked out on their family years ago? In this heartwarming sequel to A Girl Called Al, Al learns that although families can be confusing, hers is irreplaceable.

Fictional series of letters from a popular baseball hero to his friend. Humorous collection showcases Lardner as a satirical master at the peak of his form.

A timely and gutsy YA novel based on the Tony and Grammy Award winning musical from Alanis Morissette, Diablo Cody, and Glen Ballard! Swallow it down—what a jagged little pill . . . Jagged Little Pill: The Novel follows the intertwining lives of five teens whose world is changed forever after the events at a party. Adopted Frankie struggles to see eye-to-eye with her mother—who would rather ignore a problem and preserve their “perfect” life than stand up for what’s right. Jo just wants her mom to accept her queer identity—and is totally crushed when Frankie, the only person who really gets her, finds herself infatuated with someone new. Phoenix tries to find his place at the new school and balance wanting to spend time with Frankie but knowing he also has to help out with his sick sister at home. Bella wants to enjoy the end of high school and just head off to college without a hitch. Everyone expects Frankie's brother Nick to be the golden boy, but even though he just got into his dream school, he’s not even sure he's a good person. Each of their stories intersects when Bella is sexually assaulted at a party, and it looks like the perpetrator might get away with it. Moving, heartfelt, and raw, Jagged Little Pill: The Novel draws on the musical’s story and gives readers deeper glimpses of the characters. It’s a story about the power of voicing your pain, standing up for what’s right, and finding healing and connection.

The days are long, but the years are short. No matter if it’s your child’s first step, first day of school, or first night tucked away in a new dorm room away from home, there comes a moment when you realize just how quickly the years are flying by. Christian music artist Nichole Nordeman’s profound lyrics in her viral hit “Slow Down” struck a chord with moms everywhere, and now this beautiful four-color book will inspire you to celebrate the everyday moments of motherhood. Filled with thought-provoking writings from Nichole, as well as guest writings from friends including Shauna Niequist and Jen Hatmaker, practical tips, and journaling space for reflection, Slow Down will be a poignant gift for any mom, as well as a treasured keepsake. Take a few moments to reflect and celebrate the privilege of being a parent and getting to watch your little ones grow—and Slow Down. Nichole Nordeman has sold more than 1 million albums as a Christian music artist and has won 9 GMA Dove Awards, including two awards for Female Vocalist of the Year and Songwriter of the Year. Nichole released a lyric video for her song “Slow Down,” and it struck a chord with parents everywhere, amassing 14 million views in its first five days. She lives in Oklahoma with her two children.

The author, a computer science professor diagnosed with terminal cancer, explores his life, the lessons that he has learned, how he has worked to achieve his childhood dreams, and the effect of his diagnosis on him and his family.

It is a terrible flaw in our makeup that we tend to understand least those closest to us. A problem of obstruction, perhaps, our own shadows blocking our view. Jack Blanchard is a talented, accomplished painter who loves and resents his father for the same reasons. Love condemns resentment, and the resulting guilt paralyzes Jack. Phil Blanchard is a war hero and successful businessman who loves his son in such a self-conscious way he spends his life trying to achieve a hopelessly high, self-imposed standard so he can feel worthy of expressing that love. This includes running for governor, a foray that plunges both father and son into the tragic comedy that is politics in the American South.

The Adventures of Jessie, a young Texas girl in the 1930s is the story of Jessie Standard, a ten-year-old girl growing up in the small Texas town of Lampasas during the Great Depression. She and her family live in the fire station, because her daddy is the only paid employee of the Lampasas Fire Department. Jessie is mischievous and regularly manages to find trouble! She spies on her big sister LaVerne, steals the show at the town dance, and even sneaks onto a plane her brother flies! Jessie’s first love is Prince, her pony. When times get hard, Daddy has to sell Prince. It breaks Jessie’s heart, but she is determined to find a way to be with him again someday!

Humorist and sportswriter Ring Lardner perfectly recaptures the early-20th-century vernacular of the baseball world in this enduring comic gem, a satirical series of fictional letters by a struggling pitcher.

Former WWII fighter pilot, Reed Hunter, married the daughter of a wealthy self-made millionaire. Though he adored her, the high life, paid for by her father, interfered with Hunter's serious intention to become a writer. Her accidental death freed him to get back to work. He chose a small summer resort in N H, rejected her estate and her father's offer of money and went to work living frugally he believed he could produce a publishable work within a year. His life as a recluse didn't last. Invitations from merchants' wives plus: the sudden appearance of Sarah Goodwin like a wood nymph ready, on the advice of her Aunt Pearl, to offer herself as housekeeper; Les Turner, an independent local handyman seeking Hunter's advice on his sexual dilemma with a summer person; Bea Lockwood, a summer person, a college English Instructor, frightened of her gorgeous body. All of that and many more interesting characters you will never forget plus a murder the local Sheriff seems determined not to solve sets Hunter and the Town at odds. Another Spring tells an unusual suspenseful story of high and low life in a rural community more than 50 years ago. For the submission history of Another Spring and the first chapter, link to www.southwickhouse.com