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  • Discover YA Debuts: Author Chat with Lila Riesen and Mae Coyiuto

    Had a fantastic time discussing #TheDavenports with fellow debuts Mae Coyiuto and Lila Riesen! We discussed strong female leads, the pressure of making your family proud, and the importance of living for yourself. Click here to register and watch! ABOUT FREE RADICALS Afghan-American Mafi’s sophomore year gets a whole lot more complicated when she accidentally exposes…

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  • Barnes & Noble February YA Book Club Pick!

    I have wonderful news! I am so happy to share that THE DAVENPORTS has been named the @barnesandnoble YA Book Club February Selection! B&N Exclusive edition also has bonus content! Barnes & Noble has been a large part of my life as a reader, and now, as an author. The large winged back chairs provided a comfy…

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  • Goodreads Giveaway!

    The Davenports delivers a totally escapist, swoon-worthy romance while offering a glimpse into a period of African American history often overlooked. Win a free print copy!

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  • The Plot Thickens Live with Black Nerds Create

    On Black Nerds Create, I chatted with Porshéa about the class and social dynamics found in The Davenports. A recording of the interview can be found here. Be sure to follow BNC on instagram for more book recommendations and content by black creators.

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  • The Davenports is on sale!

    ✨THE DAVENPORTS is out today!!!  This book is a wild dream come true and I am so happy to share it with you. I am incredibly grateful for the love and support of everyone who has made this possible. I wanted  The Davenports to hold up examples of representation I wish I’d had as a…

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  • Meet the Author with Anderson’s Bookstore

    Had a fabulous time chatting with Lorie from Anderson’s Bookshop about The Davenports, where we discussed my inspiration and my favorite things about the book. You can watch the recording of the interview here. Be sure for follow ab.teens for more Meet the Author Mondays!

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  • School Library Journal Reviews The Davenports!

    Gr 8 Up–Set in 1910, this novel offers readers a glimpse inside the lives of a wealthy Black family from Chicago, the titular Davenports. This novel centers around three teens in the family: Olivia, John, and Helen, along with their friends and associates. Debut author Marquis weaves the characters’ stories in such a way that leaves readers…

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  • In Conversation with Kaitee Tredway

    Join me Wednesday, January 11th and 7pm to discuss The Davenports with River Bend Bookshop‘s Kaitee Tredway! It will be a lovely (spoiler free) chat about swoony romances, dynamic young women, and an overlooked era of Black history.  The event is free, but registration is required. You can find the link below. AND you can…

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  • Kid’s Indie Next Jan./Feb. No 1 Pick!

    I am so incredibly excited that the American Booksellers Association has chosen The Davenports to be the Kid’s Indie Next No. 1 Pick for Jan./Feb. 💛 Independent booksellers create a safe space for booklovers and ideas that cannot be stressed enough. They allow expression and curiosity to grow and are instrumental in getting books into…

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  • Preorder The Davenports and upload your receipt to receive a deluxe custom bookmark!

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