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Aly Brown’s book selected by the Junior Library Guild
May 28, 2023
Author Aly Brown’s upcoming release has been named a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard.
Since 1929, the Guild has curated books for libraries, and according to its website, about 95% of those selected go on to win awards and industry accolades. Brown’s nonfiction middle grade book, “The Last Unexplored Place on Earth: Investigating the Ocean Floor with Alvin the Submersible,” will be released in fall 2023 from Feiwel and Friends, a Macmillan imprint. Having selected it as a Gold Standard, the Guild will then distribute copies to its library members.
“I poured a tremendous amount of research, time and dedication into this project, and I’m beyond excited that my work is being recognized in this way,” shared Brown, who, after signing the contract for publication in 2020, began interviewing scientists and pilots who had been to the ocean floor inside the tiny sub.
The story follows the creation and scientific discoveries made using a human-operated submersible named Alvin, which can carry three people to the bottom of the ocean. It has been involved with many missions for science, including the discovery of hydrothermal vents and the remains of the Titanic shipwreck. Written for middle grade readers, the book includes photos, fun facts, and directions for experiments kids can do at home.
“The Last Unexplored Place on Earth” is now available for preorder: https://amzn.to/43qJIoB.
For more information about the Junior Library Guild, visit https://www.juniorlibraryguild.com. To learn more about the author, visit https://alybrownbooks.com or connect with her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/alybrownbooks.