On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Marie Benedict and Courtney Sheinmel about their newest middle grade historical fiction novel: The Secrets of Lovelace Academy.

This middle grade novel is about Lainey, an almost teenager who lived most of her life at the Sycamore Home for Orphaned Children, until a chance encounter at an open house changed her life forever.

Come listen as Marie and Courtney share their origin story for writing together for the first time, discuss the powerful exterior and interior journey of the characters and the true power of learning about lesser-known historical figures. Plus, we invent a new book club along the way, too!

Here are the books mentioned in this episode. You’ll find links to my Amazon and Bookshop affiliate stores below. Thanks for your bookish support!

The Secrets of Lovelace Academy by Marie Benedict and Courtney Sheinmel (Amazon / Bookshop)

Here’s where you can find Marie and Courtney online:

Marie’s Website: https://www.authormariebenedict.com/ 

Marie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authormariebenedict/ 

Courtney’s Website: http://www.courtneysheinmel.com/ 

Courtney’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneysheinmel/ 

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