The Book Stall (811 Elm Street in Winnetka) is delighted to host teen author Andrew Cohen on Wednesday, July 26 at 6:30 pm for a book release party for his debut novel, The Murder Mystery Race! In this riveting Young Adult thriller, sixteen adolescents compete in a lethal challenge to track down a murderer while aboard a luxury cruise liner. When Andrew was in sixth grade, he submitted this manuscript to a publisher, kicking off his journey as a published author! This event is perfect for teens wanting to learn more about the publishing process and kids who love reading fast-paced adventure stories! This event is free with registration. To register, please visit our website or CLICK HERE.
 
More About the Book: Eleven-year-old Andrew Mikaelson and fifteen other adolescents have been selected to participate in the annual Murder Mystery Race that takes place anywhere in the world on a luxury cruise ship. The competitors must go on the cruise with the Knife Thrower, a brutal serial killer who is cunning, quick, and can stab someone by throwing his knife—from any distance. The first person to capture the Knife Thrower receives the coveted award of one million dollars. Andrew makes friends and enemies, and alongside the other contestants, goes through many obstacles. For Andrew to identify the Knife Thrower, he must show ambition, resilience, and bravery.
 
More About the Author: Andrew Cohen loves mystery, action, and suspense novels and movies. His writing journey began in second grade when he started writing comics and short stories. When Andrew was in fourth grade, he began writing chapter books. A few short years later, he submitted a manuscript to publishers, beginning his adventure as a published author.  Andrew is an avid tennis and ping pong player, seeks thrills on rollercoasters, enjoys cooking, loves archery, and is the recipient of six awards from the Camp Archery Association of the United States. Born in 2010, Andrew resides in a suburb of Chicago with his family.