Margaret K. McElderry Buys Stuber’s First Novel
Barb Stuber has sold her first young adult novel, CROSSING THE TRACKS, to Karen Wojtyla, executive editor at Margaret K. McElderry, a division of Simon and Schuster, due for release in 2010. Wojtyla said the novel is lyrical and haunting, wrapped her in an embrace and spoke to her heart. Barb is represented by Ginger Knolwton at Curtis Brown, Ltd.
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Laura Manivong said on Mar 17, 09 @ 8:46 am
Wahoooooo! Huge congrats to you Barb!!
Lisa McCormick said on Mar 17, 09 @ 9:33 am
Hi Barb,
I just read this news and am so excited and proud of you — and Iris! This is beyond incredible. I remember you talking about this story when we were in Chautauqua. Now you’ve brought it to life! I say the book release party is definately at our house!
All my best wishes!
Lisa
Vicki said on Mar 17, 09 @ 10:02 am
Woo hoo!!!! Knew it would happen, Barb! When did the contract arrive?
Colleen Cook said on Mar 17, 09 @ 2:06 pm
I am so, so thrilled for you and Iris!!! Many congratulations with love and admiration!
Judy Hyde said on Mar 18, 09 @ 12:53 pm
BIG Congratulations, Barb! You’ve written a beautiful novel, and I can’t wait to see it in print!
Judy