Whispering Pines (EXIT 13, Book 1)

James Preller writes for a wide range of young readers, from early chapter books to realistic teen fiction. He is best known for his novel Bystander, which examines the roles people play in school bullying. His stories often focus on the social lives and difficult choices of middle school students.

Kevin Keele writes delightful children's books, including Golden Dreidel and the popular "Good Night" series titles like Good Night Moose and Good Night Halloween. He also pens engaging adult fiction, such as the clever A Con Artist in Paris.