Sarah J. Schmitt, an elementary school librarian and youth services professional, dedicates herself to opening up the world of books to reluctant readers. She leads a teen writing program that combines Skype visits with authors and screenwriters with critique group-style feedback. Her work focuses on young adults and those beginning their reading journeys.
"Seventeen-year-old RJ always gets what she wants. So when her soul is accidentally collected by a distracted Grim Reaper, somebody in the afterlife better figure out a way to send her back from the dead or heads will roll"--
A spirited contemporary YA about a small-town girl looking to start her new life by winning a scholarship from a culinary competition, perfect for foodie readers and fans of Chopped and Love A La Mode.