Release Date: April 15, 2025
Slip High school is hard even when you aren’t an accidental time traveler.
Contemporary Young Adult with Magical Realism
9 minutes and 53 seconds isn’t enough time to change the world. It’s not even enough time to finish a biology exam.
But 16-year-old junior, PJ “Slip” Ellis, gets to repeat the most anxiety-inducing parts of her life again and again. Because her panic attacks send her 9 minutes and 53 seconds into the past, which means she’ll do whatever she can to avoid triggering her nerves. And she’s learned to deal with her anxiety…mostly.
At least, until Ethan Morrow appears in class. Now, PJ is falling for Ethan, and her anxiety—once under control—is quickly spiraling out of hand. So, PJ’s determined to avoid Ethan with every slip.
If only the solution were so easy. Ethan appears in PJ’s life no matter what path she takes, no matter how many times she slips. Is it fate? Kismet? Organized chaos? One way or another, PJ must make peace with herself if she ever wants a shot at true happiness with—or without—Ethan Morrow in her life.
The first book blogger review is in! Jazzy at Occult Library Co. gave Slip an AMAZING review. She calls Slip “nothing short of magnificent!” Check out her full review HERE.
And the ARC reviews keep coming. Book Blogger Susan says Slip is “fun, sweet, magical, and important, as it openly discusses mental health and well-being.” You can find her review HERE.
What do Kirkus Reviews and IndieReader say?
“Storms’ novel deftly balances magical realism with a sensitively observed portrait of a teenage girl struggling with debilitating panic attacks. A thoughtful and satisfying blend of magical realism and romance.” – Kirkus Reviews
“Storms is a natural storyteller.” – Kirkus Reviews
“SLIP is sure to please YA readers with its compassionate exploration of mental health, first love, and supportive relationships. Its magical realism, seamless prose, and lovable characters elevate it from endearing to memorable and evocative.” – IndieReader
“Storms’s prose seamlessly captures the teenage voice, attitude, and be-all-end-all mentality from a first-person narrative.” – IndieReader
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