Channeling Marilyn
A Novel
$37.89
- Paperback
256 pages
- Release Date
2 June 2026
Summary
Seventeen-year-old Lexa Donovan’s timid, plus-size life goes sideways when the spirit of Marilyn Monroe takes up residence in her body in this laugh-out-loud funny paranormal YA tale perfect for fans of Lisa Schroeder and Ashley Poston.
High school senior Lexa Donovan longs to be more than a bit player in her own drab life—and when she’s chosen to be part of her school’s spring production of Bus Stop, she thinks her wish has come true. But her thrill turns to panic when she’s…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9798896363200 |
|---|---|
| Author: | Mima Tipper |
| Publisher: | She Writes Press |
| Imprint: | She Writes Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 256 |
| Release Date: | 2 June 2026 |
| Weight: | 210g |
| Dimensions: | 140mm x 216mm |
| Audience Age: | 13-17 |
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Critics Review
“A playful supernatural coming-of-age tale with an impressive undercurrent of real heart.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Original, clever, imaginative, and a deftly crafted blending of paranormal fantasy, coming-of-age, and highschool angst, Channeling Marilyn by Mima Tipper is a fun and memorable read from cover to cover …”—Midwest Book Review
“A charming novel, Channeling Marilyn follows a high school student’s momentous senior year achievements—garnered with a bit of supernatural help.”—Foreword Clarion Reviews
“Channeling Marilyn is both engaging and warmhearted, tackling fear and transformation but also delving into the unexpected ways we find courage—sometimes from the most unlikely sources.”—BookLife Reviews
“… such a fun read full of humor, the nervous excitement of trying something new, and wonderfully relatable characters.”—Log Cabin Library
“High school drama hits a new level with a sweet, humorous delight …”—Bookworm for Kids
“… a fun, sincere young adult novel with an interesting twist.”—Stephanie’s Book Reviews
“Mima Tipper deftly navigates her characters through angst-filled situations and emotional turmoil with sensitivity and humor … This delightful and engaging tale of self-discovery, personal growth, and the disorienting nature of young romance is a delight to read.”—K. M. Huber, author of Call of the Owl Woman
“Tipper writes with real flair and empathy. Channeling Marilyn is lush and laugh-out-loud funny and moving. It’s a dazzler!”—Tim Wynne-Jones, author of The Maestro
Mima Tipper
Mima Tipper is an award-winning author of children’s fiction. She’s published YA fiction in several literary magazines, and her debut novel Kat’s Greek Summer won the 2025 Vermont Book Award for Children’s Literature, as well as winning silver medals for YA fiction in the 2025 Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards, and for Best New Voice in the 2025 IBPA Book Awards. Her new novel Channeling Marilyn is a YA paranormal, freshly released on June 2, 2026 in time to celebrate Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday. Beyond devoting most of her time to writing and being an author, Mima helps at Inklings Children’s Books in Waitsfield, VT, volunteers at her local library, and is committed to promoting literacy and supporting the writing community. Mima lives in Vermont with her family.
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