Mary Shelley's School for Monsters: La Llorona in the Machine Nominated for Prestigious IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award
LOS ANGELES, CA 4/2/2024 – Wicked Tree Press is thrilled to announce that Mary Shelley's School for Monsters: La Llorona in the Machine has been nominated for the prestigious IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award. This recognition by the Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA) is a testament to the exceptional quality and creativity of the book.
"I'm delighted that Mary Shelley's School for Monsters is being recognized by our peers as well as enjoyed by readers,” says series creator and writer Jessica Maison. “It continues to be an honor to collaborate with the talented illustrator, Anna Wieszczyk, as well as the rest of the team. We're excited that being named a finalist for the IBPA Benjamin Franklin Awards means more people will experience our magical little world of misunderstood monsters."
The IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award program, which includes over fifty categories recognizing excellence in book editorial and design, is regarded as one of the highest national honors for independent publishers. Administered by the IBPA, the awards involve over 170 book publishing professionals, including librarians, bookstore owners, reviewers, designers, publicity managers, and editors.
"We are ecstatic about Mary Shelley's School for Monsters: La Llorona in the Machine receiving this nomination," said Blake Morgan, Publicist at Wicked Tree Press. "It's a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team, as well as the incredible talent of Jessica and Anna. We're immensely proud of this book and thrilled to see the world falling in love with Shel and her monstrous pals just like we did!"
Mary Shelley's School for Monsters: La Llorona in the Machine continues to captivate readers with its rich storytelling, vibrant illustrations, and imaginative world-building. The nomination for the IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award further solidifies its place as a standout work in independent publishing.
For press inquiries, please contact:
Blake Morgan
Wicked Tree Press Publicist
blakemorgan@metalninjastudios.com
