The Moon Without Stars
PHILOMEL, 2026
Ages 10+
A deeply personal and often funny novel about what it means to lose and then find yourself again during the vulnerable, life-changing years of middle school.
PRAISE
“Authentic and raw, this story is at once a timeless account of growing up and a tale that’s specific to this generation . . . Genuine and poignant; has the makings of a modern classic.”
★ KIRKUS, STARRED REVIEW
“Subtle, original, and lightly suspenseful.”
★ PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, STARRED REVIEW
“An unflinching, nuanced take on contemporary middle-school life.”
★ BOOKLIST, STARRED REVIEW
“An authentic coming-of-age story that encourages empathy, accountability, and confidence.”
★ SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL, STARRED REVIEW
“Miller has crafted a sensitive, authentic voice for the protagonist.”
★ THE HORN BOOK, STARRED REVIEW
