Emmy Gold Really Is Extraordinary
Middle grade fiction shines a humorous and relatable light on show business, friendship, and coming of age
Author Sarah Barkoff returns to the literary scene with her second novel, Emmy Gold is Totally E̶x̶t̶r̶a̶ordinary; a punchy and relevant upper middle-grade fiction that reads like Hannah Montana meets Mean Girls.
A former child actress, Barkoff was inspired by her experiences travelling with Broadway plays and starring in a 90s horror movie. She poured her own memories into the creation of her main character, Emmy, and the result is a heart-warming and funny journey into the experience of a young girl trying to find her footing beyond the spotlight.
“I loved it!” said rising star Everly Carganilla, actress in Netflix’s Yes Day and Spy Kids: Armageddon. “It’s really heartwarming, and shows that people can change even if at first it seems like they can't. It kept surprising me and every chapter was more exciting than the last… I just couldn't wait to see what was going to happen! I think everyone should read this book—girls, boys, young people, and grown ups too.”
Haleigh Wenger, author of Managing the Matthews commented, “This is the perfect book for preteens or young teens going through those rough middle school years, dealing with periods, boys, friend drama, and family pressure.”
With palpable anecdotes of the New York City audition scene, a charming look at the irksome and wonderful connection a brother and sister can have, and a touching message about following your own dreams rather than those of someone else, Emmy Gold is Totally E̶x̶t̶r̶a̶ordinary is sure to inspire young and old alike to chase after their true passion.
Officially launched at a live virtual event over Zoom on June 21, 2023 Emmy Gold is already making an impression with readers. “Thoughtful, exciting, funny, and unpredictable,” says Paul M. “Perfect for fans of High School Musical and Disney Channel sitcoms,” adds Susan C.
Emmy Gold is Totally E̶x̶t̶r̶a̶ordinary is available in paperback and hardcover from the publisher at chickenhousepress.ca or Amazon. Ebooks can be obtained through Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes and Noble, and Kobo.
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Paperback ISBN: 978-1990336461 | Hardcover ISBN: 978-1990336485
For a downloadable copy of this release, including images, please contact the publisher at info@chickenhousepress.ca.
