While We're Young

Summary: A whirlwind romance inspired by Ferris Bueller’s Day Off about four friends whose hearts are broken and mended over the course of an epic senior skip day—from the bestselling author of The Summer of Broken Rules!Grace, Isa, and Everett used to be an inseparable trio before their love lives became a tangled mess. For starters, Grace is secretly in love with Everett, who used to go out with Isa before breaking her heart in the infamous Freshman Year Fracture. And, oh yeah, no one knows that Isa has been hanging out with James, Grace’s brother—and if Grace finds out, it could ruin their friendship. With graduation fast approaching, Grace decides an unsanctioned senior skip day in Philadelphia might be just what they need to fix things. All she has to do is convince Isa to help her kidnap Everett and outmaneuver James, who’s certain his sister is up to something.In an epic day that includes racing up the famous Rocky steps, taste-testing Philly's finest cheesesteaks, and even crashing a wedding, their secrets are bound to collide. But can their hearts withstand the wreckage? BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF BOOKTOK VIRAL SUCCESS: K.L Walther, author of the New York Times and USA Today bestseller The Summer of Broken Rules (which has sold over 250,000 copies and received over 140,000 ratings on Goodreads!), has penned yet another playful, exuberant romance full of full of funny banter, wild antics, and off-the-charts chemistry.ROMANCE IS HOT: Romance is a massive growth opportunity—YA romances sales are the highest they've been in 10 years, making up 17% of the total YA marketplace, with paperbacks being the preferred format.CULT CLASSIC MOVIE NOSTALGIA: Loosely inspired by Ferris Bueller's Day Off, this book will appeal to teens and crossover readers who love those John Hughes, teenage dream nostalgic vibes. DELACORTE ROMANCE PAPERBACK HAS THE WINNING COMBINATION: K.L. Walther, friends-to-lovers romance trope, and the most epic senior skip day ever... what's not to love? Quotes:“K. L. Walther has written a sweeping, swoony romance that’ll take your breath away! While We’re Young is a stunning love letter to friendship, first love, and the city of Philadelphia. Don’t read this one on an empty stomach!” —Elle Gonzalez Rose, author of 10 Things I Hate About Prom“K. L. Walther delivers her signature blend of humor, heart, and swoony romance in a hilarious modern-day retelling of “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.” Told from four unique perspectives, While We’re Young perfectly captures the essence of friendship and the exhilarating rush of unexpected adventure.” —Robin Reul, author of My Kind of Crazy and Where the Road Leads Us“While We’re Young is equal parts delicious romantic longing, hilarious hijinks, and a tribute to the power of friendship. Get ready for an immensely enjoyable adventure!” —Becky Dean, author of Love & Other Great Expectations“Brings Ferris Bueller’s senior skip day adventures to today’s teens, with a Taylor Swift soundtrack and a fresh cast of characters who share the timeless goal of leaving high school with no regrets . . . might tempt even the strictest rule follower to be a little reckless.” —Kaitlyn Hill, author of Wild About You “Readers are in for an absolute treat with Walther’s latest.” —Liz Lawson, New York Times bestselling author of the Agathas series ★ "A delightful whirlwind. Filled with romance and shenanigans in spades, it effortlessly captures the rush of being young and doing something the adults wouldn’t like but is, nevertheless, exactly what you need." —Booklist, starred review"With a plot that has romance, humor, and complications, this book will especially ­appeal to fans of Sarah Dessen, Kasie West, and Katherine Center." —School Library Journal"Rom-com fans will love this joyride through Philadelphia." —Kirkus ReviewsAuthor Bio: K.L. Walther is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Summer of Broken Rules, What Happens After Midnight, and Maybe Meant to Be. She was born and raised in the rolling hills of Bucks County, Pennsylvania surrounded by family, dogs, and books. Her childhood was spent traveling the northeastern seaboard to play ice hockey. She attended a boarding school in New Jersey and went on to earn a B.A. in English from the University of Virginia. She is happiest on the beach with a book, cheering for the New York Rangers, or enjoying a rom-com while digging into a big bowl of popcorn and M&Ms.Author Residence: Langhorne, PA