Hi, YABCers!
Today we’re super excited to celebrate the cover reveal for
Channeling Marilyn (Mima Tipper), releasing June 2, 2026!
Before we get to the cover, here’s a note from the author:
Dear YABC readers, Thank you so much for checking out Channeling Marilyn. The idea for the novel came to me as I sat with my then middle school-aged daughter reading through Teen Vogue. As we flipped pages, I couldn’t help noticing that some of the models and featured celebrities were dressed or styled like Marilyn Monroe. With that I began to wonder what Marilyn’s spirit would think of how she still permeates our culture more than 60 years after her death. I found I couldn’t stop thinking about Marilyn, and started reading about her life and her career and, of course, rewatching her movies. Enchanted with her luminous beauty and talent, I began to imagine a story of who Marilyn’s spirit would visit if she could come back. Channeling Marilyn is the result.
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Title: Channeling Marilyn
Author: Mima Tipper
Release date: June 2, 2026
Publisher: She Writes Press, Simon & Schuster distributing
ISBN: 979-8896363200
Cover designer/artist credit: Mary Ann Smith
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 tapped to play the leading role, sexy showgirl Cherie. One thing tall, plus-size Lexa knows for sure is that she is the exact opposite of the most famous Cherie ever: sex-goddess Marilyn Monroe.
Lexa wants out before she makes a fool of herself in front of everyone. But then something entirely unexpected happens: The spirit of Marilyn Monroe appears—ready and willing to be Lexa’s personal acting coach—and talks her out of quitting.
Soon, Lexa’s life becomes a screwball comedy, with her bouncing between Marilyn’s acting “help,” her crush on her gorgeous co-star Brian, and her unexpected attraction to the mysterious Jeremy Leith. Comedy shifts to drama, though, as Lexa’s fear of humiliation—fueled by Brian’s jealous girlfriend—morphs into full-on stage fright. A fright that grows dangerously intense when Marilyn starts having decidedly un-spiritish feelings that have nothing to do with Lexa or the play.
Before the curtain rises on opening night, Lexa and Marilyn will have to learn to trust their own hearts and act on what each truly needs to move forward—in life and in death.
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About the Author: Mima Tipper
Half Greek half American, Mima Tipper and her writing reflect her heritage—a little bit old-country, a little bit rock and roll: one foot wandering through the dreamy realms of myths and faerie tales, the other running on the solid ground of fast-paced, contemporary story. She earned her MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults from Vermont College of Fine Arts, and is the award-winning author of the YA novel Kat’s Greek Summer (SparkPress, ISBN-9781684633067). Beyond devoting most of her time to writing, 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. Currently, Mima lives in Vermont with her family.
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*Giveaway Details*
Three (3) winners will receive a signed ARC of Channeling Marilyn (Mima Tipper) and the following swag: a hot pink gauze bag holding a Marilyn sticker, a temp tattoo, a bookmark, a glittery stiletto shoe bag charm and a Marilyn button. ~ US/CAN ONLY!
This sounds like a cute read, and being a Marilyn Monroe fan, it definitely sounds like a book I’d enjoy!
I love the fun cover and can’t wait to read this book.
This sounds so fun!
This sounds so cute! And the cover is adorable!
When you’re a plus-size wallflower, playing a sex symbol is a nightmare until the legend herself decides to give you private lessons from the afterlife. Yes, bring on this story!!