Praise for Full Flight:
Schumacher's gorgeous writing immerses readers in the aching emotions of close friendship and first love... Told in alternating first-person perspectives, the narrative memorably portrays anxiety and depression without explicitly naming either, weaving these subjects into well-drawn everyday scenes. A powerful, unforgettable story of loneliness and belonging. - Kirkus, Starred Review
"Full of humor, whimsy, and heartache, Full Flight explores the many notes of grief and love and the happiness found in the soft moments between. Schumacher's sophomore novel punches you in the feels and I can't wait for her to do it again." - Ashley Poston, national bestselling author of Geekerella
"Schumacher composes a bittersweet symphony of heartbreak and self-awareness set to the wondrous lyrics of first love. The story of Anna and Weston will remain with me for the rest of my life." - Erin Hahn, author of You'd Be Mine and More Than Maybe
Praise for Amelia Unabridged:
Book Riot, "Winter 2021 YA Books for Your TBR"
Goodreads, "Most Anticipated YA Titles of 2021"
Culturess, "21 YA Book Releases We Can't Wait to Read in 2021"
Already one of my favorite books of the year, this is one you'll toss at your book loving friends and quickly form your own lil book groups around. - Buzzfeed, 40 Contemporary Books We're Looking Forward To Reading In 2021
"Ultimately a story of self-discovery offered up with the sweetness of wish-fulfillment romance, it's a novel sure to please anyone who wants a story of love and reading." - Bulletin for the Center of Children's Books
Schumacher centers storytelling as a means of expression, connection, and keeping the dead alive in this emotionally immersive debut....Employing expressive prose that communicates the emotion and tumult that can accompany the death of a loved one at any age, Schumacher leaves characters--and readers--with a sense of hope. - Publishers Weekly
Schumacher's lovely debut will have romantics swooning over blonde-haired, blue-eyed Amelia and black-haired Nolan's love story. These two teens have endured loss and family trauma, but both have found acceptance and family elsewhere, and bring out the best in each other. The novel is also an ode to the love of reading and how books can provide the magic and comfort needed during difficult times. Recommended for all YA collections. - School Library Journal
A beautiful, quirky, and magical story about broody authors, best friendships, and the imaginary worlds we call home. With lyrical prose and a romance that'll sweep you off your feet, Ashley Schumacher makes you believe in the impossibility of happily ever afters. - Ashley Poston, national bestselling author of Geekerella
"Schumacher wrote a glittering love letter of a debut, aimed at the hearts and souls of book worms everywhere. The layered and complex stories shared by sweet Amelia and revised by the enigmatic Nolan, broke my heart and bound it back together once more, sealed with a perfect kiss." - Erin Hahn, author of You'd Be Mine and More Than Maybe
