The Debutante Ball

Seven debut authors. Seven books. One big dance toward publication.

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  • Jennifer Fawcett
  • Flora Collins
  • Sonya Singh
  • Cleyvis Natera
  • Sarah Grunder Ruiz
  • Carolyn Huynh

Author: Jenni L. Walsh

Jenni L. Walsh spent her early years ​chasing around cats, dogs, and chickens in Philadelphia's countryside, before dividing time between a soccer field and a classroom at Villanova University. She put her marketing degree to good use as an advertising copywriter, zip-code hopping with her husband to DC, NYC, NJ, and not surprisingly, back to Philly. There, Jenni's passion for words continued, adding author to her resume. She now balances her laptop with a kid on each hip, and a four-legged child at her feet. BECOMING BONNIE (Tor Forge/Macmillan, 5/9/2017) is her debut novel that tells the untold story of how church-going Bonnelyn Parker becomes half of the infamous Bonnie and Clyde duo during the 1920s. SIDE BY SIDE, telling Bonnie and Clyde's crime spree story, will be released in the summer of 2018. Please learn more about Jenni's books at jennilwalsh.com.
  • Posted on Saturday, October 22, 2016Friday, October 21, 2016
  • by Jenni L. Walsh

Interview with Tara Sim, Author of TIMEKEEPER

So excited to have the fun and talented Tara Sim on The Ball today! Like us, Tara is a debut,…

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  • Posted on Thursday, October 20, 2016Monday, December 12, 2016
  • by Jenni L. Walsh

Lettin’ The Scene Roll—With Bonnie Parker

This week we’re writing about protagonists, in terms of conflict and drama. Do we make choices for them? Or let…

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  • Posted on Thursday, October 13, 2016Monday, December 12, 2016
  • by Jenni L. Walsh

Yes, I’m Needy, And Other Confessions From Jenni L. Walsh

This week we’re doing confessions. If you missed Crystal, Amy, or Lynn’s posts, get after them next (and look out…

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  • Posted on Thursday, October 6, 2016Monday, December 12, 2016
  • by Jenni L. Walsh

As Meghan Trainor Would Say, “I’m all ’bout that… premise”

For me, the numero uno factor in deciding whether or not to read a book is premise. It’s true. Not…

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  • Posted on Thursday, September 29, 2016Monday, December 12, 2016
  • by Jenni L. Walsh

A Good Idea, A Game Plan, And Flexibility For The Win

My path to publication had a few detours, pit stops & unexpected turns. But here I am: months away from…

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  • Posted on Thursday, September 22, 2016Monday, December 12, 2016
  • by Jenni L. Walsh

Calling All Nap-Time Writers And Vampire Moms

For me, writing is less about where and more about when. One day (I’m visualizing here), I’ll be a full-time author and…

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  • Posted on Thursday, September 15, 2016Thursday, September 15, 2016
  • by Jenni L. Walsh

From One-Page Stories to Full-Length Novels

With classes underway across the country, I’m reminded how school helped shape who I am today. Growing up, I always knew…

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  • Posted on Saturday, September 10, 2016Tuesday, September 6, 2016
  • by Jenni L. Walsh

Interview with Lee Kelly, A Criminally Talented Author

Please welcome Lee Kelly as the Deb Class of 2017’s first guest! Let it be known: we’re starting with a bang.…

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  • Posted on Thursday, September 8, 2016Sunday, April 9, 2017
  • by Jenni L. Walsh

Bonnie Parker: Promised the American Dream but Given the Great Depression

I’m very excited for my inaugural post, and for the opportunity to introduce myself and my debut novel, BECOMING BONNIE.…

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  • Posted on Sunday, September 4, 2016Monday, December 12, 2016
  • by Jenni L. Walsh

Press Release: Announcing the 2017 Debs

PRESS RELEASE: The 2017 Debutante Ball to feature a down-in-the-dumps dumpee, an accused black teen, a rape survivor, an ancient…

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