Vivian Lantz's Second Chances

Kathryn Ormsbee was born and raised in central Kentucky. She now lives in the Pacific Northwest with her wife and their pup. She is the author of several books for young readers, including Candidly Cline, The House in Poplar Wood, and The Water and the Wild. You can find her online at www.kathrynormsbee.com.

"A compulsively readable and laugh-out-loud story about identity, family, and how even a 'perfect' day can be messy. I rooted for Vivian on every Monday, and truly fell in love with this book along the way!" - Katryn Bury, author of the Drew Leclair mysteries

"A warm, engaging coming-of-age tale with a sprinkle of magic." - Kirkus Reviews

PRAISE FOR CANDIDLY CLINE: "Like a perfect country song, CANDIDLY CLINE sings a sweet and empowering tune of hope, friendship, and the beauty that comes from chasing seemingly impossible dreams. Cline Alden is my hero." - Ashley Herring Blake, Stonewall Honor author of Ivy Aberdeen's Letter to the World

"Confident, candid, and immensely endearing. Destined for the spotlight." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

"Warm and hopeful." - Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"Lyrical and full of country twang. Cline is a relatable tween protagonist who shows readers what it takes to live authentically and be true to yourself." - School Library Journal (starred review)

"Thrums with the joy of weaving your heart's whispers into a song for all to hear. Empowering, affirming, and sweet as all get-out." - Lisa Jenn Bigelow, author of Drum Roll, Please

"Cline Louise Alden is a character you can't help but cheer for in this endearing story about finding your voice and pursuing your dream. A tender exploration of the power of different kinds of love and making your own music." - Nicole Melleby, author of How to Become a Planet

"Offers readers an inspiring combination of self-awareness, bravery, and passion" - Horn Book Magazine

"Readers looking to broaden their LGBTQIA+ middle-grade romance collections with a witty, offbeat voice should loop back around to this title." - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (starred review)