Launch Event | Casting April by WENDY LU

Schedule

Tue Jun 16 2026 at 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm

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Location

Books of Wonder | New York, NY

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Join us for the launch of a wonderful middle grade novel with author WENDY LU and conversation partner STACY DAVIDOWITZ!
About this Event

Casting April

We'll be entering the world of the theater at the launch for middle grade novel —with author !

This book follows Sixth grader April Xue, who lives and breathes all things Broadway. When she builds up the courage to audition for the lead role in the school play, she thinks she's nailed it — until she finds out that she's been assigned to the stage crew and overhears that Ms. Rooney decided not to cast her because she's disabled. With the help of her best friend (a student reporter) and her castmates, April learns to confront her own insecurities and proves to everyone that she deserves a fair shot — all in time for opening night.

It's a story all about friendship, identity, and the importance of chasing your dreams—and you just can't afford to miss it! Also joining the production will be , author of and fellow theater enthusiast. Listen in for a discussion of books, writing, and (of course) this great new read!

Tuesday, June 16th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store!

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Where is it happening?

Books of Wonder, 42 West 17th Street, New York, United States

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