I'm honored that Where Only Storms Grow has been named to the Texas Library Association's Lone Star Reading List for 2026. Thank you to teachers and librarians in Texas for championing this story! 

You can view the full list here: https://txla.org/news/2026-lone-star-reading-list-announced/ 

Thank you to Time for Kids for this lovely review of Where Only Storms Grow! A special shout out to Kid Reporter Asha for her excellent questions and professionalism well beyond her age.
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You can read her thoughts here: https://www.timeforkids.com/g34/weathering-the-storm/

I hope you will join me at one or both of the local celebrations. Both events are free and open to the public, so please invite your friends. You do not need to read anything in advance to attend! 
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Launch Week Celebration
Saturday, August 23rd from 4-5 PM
Scrawl Books, Reston Town Center 
This event is geared toward middle grade readers and adults. I'll be in conversation with Kate Albus, author of A Place to Hang the Moon. You'll learn more about writing, as well as the history and inspiration behind the books. Q&A to follow. 
Event Details & RSVP: https://www.scrawlbooks.com/event/alyssa-colman-where-only-storms-grow   

Kids' Launch Event
Saturday, September 13th from 2-4 PM
Oakton Library 
Presented by Bard's Alley Bookstore & Fairfax County Public Libraries
Featuring skits, games, & science experiments, this event is geared toward kids of all ages and their families. (Cora and Maggie will be attending and helping me out at this one!) My books will also be available to purchase and signing. 
Event Details: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/14584114 

Get a sneak peek at the first chapter of Where Only Storms Grow thanks to Middle Grade Authorcade!