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NYTimes bestselling author of books set in fancy NYC buildings, including THE STOLEN QUEEN.
SAMANTHA: THE NEXT CHAPTER comes out Oct 13th.

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We were beyond thrilled to sit down with New York Times bestselling author Fiona Davis (@fionadavisauthor), who teamed up with American Girl to give one of its original dolls, Samantha Parkington, an adult story in SAMANTHA: THE NEXT CHAPTER. 🗽 📖

In celebration of American Girl’s 40th anniversary, Davis brings Samantha into the vibrant, rapidly changing world of 1920s New York City, where she confronts questions of women’s rights, education, class, and justice. In our conversation, Davis goes in depth on the inspiration behind Samantha’s next chapter, the historical research that shaped the novel, and the threads connecting this story to the unforgettable women, settings, and mysteries found throughout her previous work. Whether you grew up with American Girl or are meeting Samantha for the first time, this is a thoughtful look at how a beloved childhood character grows into a fully realized adult heroine. 💭 ✨

Tell us in the comments: Which young American Girl do you hope gets an adult feature?

Click the link in our bio to read the full interview. 🔗

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Fiona Davis (@fionadavisauthor), author of SAMANTHA: THE NEXT CHAPTER | American Girl (@americangirlbrand) Mattel (@Mattel) | TvS Media Group (@tvsmediagroup)
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#fionadavis #americangirl #historicalfiction #authorinterview #bookstagram by @bookstrofficial

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Get @reshare_app • @tvsmediagroup Bookstr spoke with New York Times bestselling author Fiona Davis about writing SAMANTHA: THE NEXT CHAPTER (10/13/26, Mattel Press/American Girl Publishing) and keeping the beloved doll character true to herself, as a 25-year-old grown-up facing challenges in 1920 New York City, in @americangirlbrand’s first novel for adults: “She’s forced to find a place to live and a job and must rely on her tenacity, resilience, and intelligence to get to the bottom of what happened.” Read the interview at the link in bio of @tvsmediagroup. by @bookstrofficial

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Repost: @prhaudio From best selling author @fionadavisauthor comes SAMANTHA: THE NEXT CHAPTER, a continuation of the life of one of @americangirlbrand’s most beloved characters.

Listen now / read by @saskiaaudio by @bookstrofficial

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Spent a whirlwind afternoon signing copies of SAMANTHA: THE NEXT CHAPTER, the first novel for adults from @americangirlbrand, at bookstores in and around Chicago. Signed copies are available at @bnstatestreet @bnwickerpark @the_book_stall @threeavenuesbookshop @unabridgedbooks. Stop by and grab one - or two! by @bookstrofficial

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A sold out crowd at @the_book_stall last night to celebrate SAMANTHA: THE NEXT CHAPTER, moderated by @ashleyhasty, who made me laugh so hard I almost fell off my chair. Thanks to the staff for hosting us and to @americangirlbrand and @tvsmediagroup for making it happen. by @bookstrofficial

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New York area readers: please join me for cocktails and conversation at the Rockefeller Center American Girl store at 5:30pm on Thursday, October 22nd, where I'll be signing books and talking about SAMANTHA: THE NEXT CHAPTER, the first novel for adults from @americangirlbrand. So much to celebrate with you. Head to the events link in my bio for more info, and I'll see you there! by @bookstrofficial

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Excited that @britandco featured SAMANTHA: THE NEXT CHAPTER (10/13/26, Mattel Press/American Girl Publishing), @americangirlbrand’s first novel for adults. Read the full article at the link in bio of @tvsmediagroup.

Link to buy in @fionadavisauthor bio. by @bookstrofficial

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Thank you to @bnupperws for hosting the sold-out launch for SAMANTHA: THE NEXT CHAPTER, the first novel for adults from @americangirlbrand. Loved having @claremmulroy beside me for this talk - she's such a superstar. Thanks to all the gorgeous familiar faces who turned out, as well as the team from @tvsmediagroup and @americangirlbrand. Still floating!

If you weren't able to get a ticket, you can watch the livestream in my posts or over at @bnupperws.

The book is on sale now, link in bio. by @bookstrofficial

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What a great night out at @everybodyscoffee in Chicago, hosted by @bookcellarchicago, in conversation with the wonderful @heidikstevens. Great questions from both Heidi and the audience about SAMANTHA: THE NEXT CHAPTER, the first novel for adults from @americangirlbrand. Signed copies available in the bookstore! by @bookstrofficial

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I was thrilled when @elleusa asked me to take their Literary Survey. Favorite authors mentioned include @hochhauser, @victoriachristophermurray, Kathleen Tessaro, @jodipicoult, @allisonpataki, @lloigman, George Saunders, Katherine J. Chen, Ron Rash, and Sarah Waters.

Link to article in bio. by @bookstrofficial

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🎉 HAPPY BOOK BIRTHDAY SAMANTHA: THE NEXT CHAPTER (10/13/26, Mattel Press/American Girl Publishing)! Here’s a roundup of today’s media highlights for @americangirlbrand’s first novel for adults. Read and listen to the full interviews at the link in bio of @tvsmediagroup.
Buy link in @fionadavisauthor bio. by @bookstrofficial

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