Waiting On: Breakfast Served Anytime by Sarah Combs

Breakfast Served Anytime by Sarah Combs
To be published: April 8, 2014 by Candlewick Press

A coming-of-age debut evokes the bittersweet joys and pangs of finding independence in one unforgettable summer away at "geek camp."

When Gloria sets out to spend the summer before her senior year at a camp for gifted and talented students, she doesn’t know quite what to expect. Fresh from the heartache of losing her grandmother and missing her best friend, Gloria resolves to make the best of her new circumstances.

But some things are proving to be more challenging than she expected. Like the series of mysterious clues left by a certain Professor X before he even shows up to teach his class, Secrets of the Written Word. Or the very sweet, but very conservative, roommate whose coal-industry family champions mountaintop removal. Not to mention the obnoxious Mason, who dresses like the Mad Hatter and immediately gets on Gloria’s nerves — but somehow won’t escape her thoughts.

Beautifully told by debut author Sarah Combs, this honest and touching story of growing up is imbued with the serene atmosphere of Kentucky’s natural landscape. [goodreads]

There are many things that drew my attention to this book.  One, that cover is gorgeous and almost mimics something you'd see in adult fiction. Second, I am intrigued about a not so typical summer camp story.  I feel the YA market needs more unconventional stories like this one.  And third, it's from a debut author!  I am always excited to read brand new novels from brand new authors.

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.