Press for Perennials

Praise

“This highly anticipated coming-of-age novel... delivers the perfect sunny trifecta: summer camp drama, growing pains, and the enduring power of female friendships.”
— REDBOOK

“Berman’s debut recalls the beloved teen and adult novels of Judy Blume, both in topic and prose style: simple, powerful, unafraid to confront serious issues.”
— KIRKUS REVIEWS

“Berman entices readers with this coming-of-age tale of two girls...This story of facing life’s difficulties is most memorable because of Berman’s excellently crafted, multifaceted characters.”
— PUBLISHER'S WEEKLY

“Berman’s command of prose is astounding. The more you read, the more difficult it is to believe that this is a debut novel... Charged with hope, longing, an unexpected sensuality, and a bruised tenderness, Perennials is a book you should most definitely put near the top of your reading list.”
— POP DUST

“This compelling, immersive look at summer camp life will appeal to anyone who appreciates tales of friendship.”
— SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL

Perennials was named a Best Book of Summer 2017 by:

Interviews

Mandy’s interview with Michelle Lyn King for Electric Literature.
Mandy talks to Emily Merrell for Six Degrees Society.
Mandy’s interview with Read Voraciously.
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