Praise for Blood in the Water:
* "Jackson once again proves her brilliance at weaving suspense, heart, and truth into a story that refuses to let go... A masterful middle-grade mystery that challenges, entertains, and lingers long after the final page." — School Library Journal, starred review
* "Exhilarating... The protagonist's whip-smart first-person narration expertly complements the suspenseful murder-mystery plot, while chilling prose, atmospheric storytelling, and rich explorations of the island's Black history culminate in an accessible and satisfying thriller." — Publishers Weekly, starred review
* "Jackson brings her trademark thrills and twists to a younger audience with riveting adeptness... the African American history and cultural significance of Martha's Vineyard are sprinkled throughout, adding further depth to the setting. This is a must-purchase mystery." — Booklist, starred review
"Employing tight, steady writing, Jackson builds tension around the complexities of class and respectability politics... A perfect beach read for lovers of suspense." — Kirkus Reviews
"Kaylani is a protagonist with whom readers will sympathize, intelligent and determined without being two-dimensional. The history of African Americans on Martha's Vineyard is worked natrually into the story as are issues of incarceration and classism. This debut middle-grade novel from acclaimed young adult author Jackson... is immediately accessible to preteens but maintains the intensity for which Jackson is known." — The Horn Book
"What could spoil a glamorous, fun-filled summer in Martha's Vineyard? Uh... maybe a murder? Waves of suspense more chilling than the threatening ocean. Don't miss this one!" — R.L. Stine, author of Goosebumps and Fear Street
"There is so much to love about this book. A heart-wrenching and thrilling mystery, filled with wonderfully crafted characters and dynamic relationships. This riveting and suspenseful story kept me on the edge of my seat until the very end!" — Daka Hermon, author of Hide and Seeker
"Jackson never disappoints; Blood in the Water showcases the signature plotting, pacing, and character work we've come to love from this author. Make room on your bookshelves if you haven't already. You're going to want this one for your collection!" — Lamar Giles, author of Ruin Road
"At once a breezy vacation story (complete with beachside bonfires, arcades, and lobster ice cream) and a tightly plotted, high-stakes murder mystery. Jackson's Martha's Vineyard location is lovingly and immersively drawn, complete with local history, community tensions, and the weight of social expectation that tempers the delights of being able to hop on a bike and meet new friends at the arcade or the ice cream shop. Kaylani is a sharp and observant detective—even if getting to the bottom of a suspicious death isn't how she wanted to spend her summer—and I loved sharing this adventure with her." — Kate Milford, New York Times bestselling author of Greenglass House
Praise for The Weight of Blood:
* "Jackson's expert reshaping of this tale highlights the genuine horrors of both internalized and externalized anti-Blackness. Horror done right." — Kirkus Reviews, starred review
* "Jackson skillfully explores internalized and externalized anti-Blackness in this striking horror novel. Bone-chilling. Expertly utiliz[es] current true-crime fanaticism to form a powerfully socially conscious narrative that showcases the intense structural racism still inherent in society." — Publishers Weekly, starred review
* "Jackson's nod to Stephen King's Carrie incorporates racially charged social justice themes into a narrative featuring her signature twisty suspense. Supernatural portions of the book are explosive and riveting, with the racist realistic parts are even more horrifying. Readers will be hooked from page one of Maddy's intense journey that detonates on prom night." — School Library Journal, starred review
* "A brilliant deconstruction of Stephen King's Carrie." — BookPage, starred review
"Smart and unsettling retelling of Carrie." — Booklist
Praise for White Smoke:
"Thrilling, chilling, and utterly riveting. Tiffany D. Jackson crafts high-stakes tension, a deliciously creepy atmosphere, and characters you really, really hope make it to the end." — Karen McManus, #1 New York Times bestselling author of One Of Us Is Lying
* "Jackson conjures horrors both supernatural and otherwise in a masterful juxtaposition of searing social commentary and genuinely creepy haunts, as well as providing an authentic portrayal of tensions within a blended family. Begs to be finished in one sitting, though maybe with the lights kept on." — Kirkus Reviews, starred review
* "Jackson is one of the most innovative YA suspense writers in recent years, and her latest is no exception." — School Library Journal, starred review
"Jackson delivers multilayered frights in a true horror tradition, peppered with instantly recognizable references to urban legends and internet horror culture." — Publishers Weekly
"A transcendent, genre-defining masterpiece. Jordan Peele would be proud." — Shondaland
"The creeps come on slowly, then start to build. When the cold shivers ran down my back, I wanted to scream—but I was too busy turning pages. I had to know: Just how fightening will it get?" — R.L. Stine, author of Goosebumps and Fear Street
"The queen of YA returns." — Entertainment Weekly
Praise for Blackout:
* "Young Black love glows throughout this collaboration by Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, and Nicola Yoon, which follows six couples through a summer blackout in New York City... As each teen makes their way home, this joyful collaboration brings a necessary elation to stories of Black love, queer love, and alternative forms of affection, all of which are all tenderly highlighted in these narratives." — Publishers Weekly, starred review
* "There's plenty to smile, sigh, or swoon at here, and readers will happily keep the lights on to see these charming romances to the end." — Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, starred review
* "Rich with intersectional queer representation and light with banter, humor, and even philosophy, this beautiful collaboration hits different from your typical romance novel, ultimately evoking the warmth of greater connection, community, and belonging." — Booklist, starred review
* "Readers in search of joyful stories of young Black love will adore Blackout." — BookPage, starred review
"Working together to deliver a fantastic mix of humor and romance, these authors offer something fun and lighthearted that is welcome during the continuing pandemic and that will bring joy long after it's over." — Kirkus Reviews
"Each author brings an unmistakable voice to the humorous, lighthearted storytelling, affirming that Black people are not a monolith. Every character and every chapter celebrates Black culture through language, fashion, and individuality." — Shelf Awareness
Praise for Grown:
* "Gripping in both its content and format... Jackson's writing some of the best thrillers for teens these days." — Booklist, starred review
* "Expertly juxtaposing the glamour of Enchanted's potential fame against the harshness of her private moments with Korey, Jackson builds the story gradually and painfully to an astonishing, chilling climax." — Publishers Weekly, starred review
"Compelling; Jackson excels in writing books steeped in social commentary." — Kirkus Reviews
"In another ripped-from-the-headlines novel, Jackson takes readers through a heart-pounding thriller exploring physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, misogynoir, and rape culture... this novel is sure to initiate important conversations while delivering an engrossing story." — Horn Book Magazine
"Tiffany D. Jackson has penned a riveting, powerful love story to Black girlhood and a haunting reminder of the ways in which their innocence is often stolen. Remarkable, suspenseful, and gut-wrenching, Grown is a masterfully told story that stays with you long after you put it down." — Angie Thomas, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Hate U Give and On the Come Up
