The queer horror novel THIS PACT IS NOT OURS available from Tiny Ghost Press in hardcover and paperback now.
The CHOICES novels MAJOR DETOURS and SO YOU WANNA BE A POP STAR? available from Running Press in hardcover now.
Praise for This Pact Is Not Ours
“Zachary Sergi knows how to create the perfect mix of goosebump chills, deep emotion, and page-turning anticipation! This Pact is Not Ours had me clutching my heart for the characters and looking over my shoulder for monsters!” -–Jason June, New York Times bestselling author of Out of the Blue
"Zachary Sergi once again proves he has one of the most inventive minds in YA. Exhilarating, visceral, funny, and profound, This Pact Is Not Ours brings to life both supernatural horror and the terror of becoming an adult with equal energy and brilliance. A must-discover read!" --Stephan Lee, author of K-Pop Confidential
“Sergi’s spooky story is certain to chill like deep lake water, but the real soul of the tale lies in the friendship and growth within the Copper Cove Core Four. A thrilling adventure about growing up and becoming your own person.” --Erik J. Brown, author of All That’s Left in the World
"This Pact Is Not Ours is a genuinely terrifying, inventive teen horror novel that sheds light on the painful complexities of battling one's inner demons as well as the more tangible ones." --Aaron Aceves, author of This Is Why They Hate Us
"Weaving together nostalgia, yearning, and some things that go bump in the night, Zachary Sergi's This Pact is Not Ours made my skin crawl and my heart ache." -–Emery Lee, author of Meet Cute Diary and Café Con Lychee
“Pure bone-chilling, spine-tingling fun full of creep crawlies, This Pact Is Not Ours is simply unputdownable! Zachary Sergi smartly takes the concept of a utopia and mines its murky underbelly to create a sinister summer camp romp that explores generational family trauma and what it means to carry the sins of your parents. This is a hauntingly rich story about the bonds and boundaries of friendship that is sure to give everyone the chills!" --Steven Salvatore, critically acclaimed author of And They Lived... and No Perfect Places
Praise for So You Wanna Be A Pop Star?
“Some of the topics realistically presented here are body positivity; health issues; the pressures of male beauty standards; sexism, racism, and homophobia in the fickle music industry; and how social media branding is both essential and severely toxic. Like Sergi’s previous work, Major Detours (2021), the choose-your-own-adventure format allows readers to flavor their experiences as they wish, developing the characters’ relationships and musical tastes and even creating a drag persona. An engaging, interactive story that musically minded readers will especially enjoy.” -–Kirkus Reviews
"So You Wanna Be A Pop Star? is pitch-perfect. Determining Everly and Vinny's paths into the spotlight was a thrill, and celebrating Jeweltones' success—or cringing as they fail—had me riding musical highs and lows until the very end. I want an encore!"—Robbie Couch, author of The Sky Blues
"Like any good pop song, So You Wanna be a Pop Star is equal parts fun and insightful. By allowing readers to choose how the novel progresses, Zachary Sergi has written an innovative and captivating story of pop superstardom that rewards multiple read-throughs."—Erik J. Brown, author of All That's Left in the World
“Zachary Sergi’s Choices novels are always a unique joy, and So You Wanna Be a Pop Star? is no exception! Readers will be thrust into the spotlight as they help two wannabe pop stars navigate a thrilling, treacherous industry. You won’t find another book out there like this!”—Adam Sass, award-winning author of Surrender Your Sons and The 99 Boyfriends of Micah Summers
“Zachary Sergi has reinvented interactive stories with his genre-bending, wildly entertaining Choices novels—and this one is a fabulous whirlwind with high-stakes glitz, glam, and so much juicy drama. A must-read!”-–Jessica Goodman, New York Times bestselling author of They Wish They Were Us, They'll Never Catch Us, and The Counselors
"A joyous celebration of music, friendship, and finding your voice. I'm ready to join up with the Jeweltones."-–Zoraida Córdova, award-winning author of The Inheritance of Orquídea Divina
Praise for Major Detours
“Dazzling and mystical, Major Detours takes you on a rollicking adventure studded with tender self-discovery and winding paths I was eager to explore. Zachary Sergi has written a brilliant, innovative story full of wonder.”―Jessica Goodman, bestselling author of They Wish They Were Us and They’ll Never Catch Us
"I had so much fun reading this novel that, the second I was done with it the first time, I jumped back to the beginning and started reading it again. With Major Detours, Zachary Sergi has put a fresh spin on the age-old question of whether we choose our own adventures, or whether our adventures choose us. This rollicking road trip will keep you guessing until the very last page."―Grant Ginder, author of The People We Hate at the Wedding
One of Lambda Literary's Most Anticipated Books of the Month
One of Buzzfeed Books Best Books of September
One of PopSugar's Best New YA Books Released in September
"A fascinating journey for fun and introspection—just like the inspirational tarot.”―Kirkus Reviews
“The characters all have realistic problems and contemplate questions about the future that will resonate with young people. Identity struggles that the LGBQTIA+ community often face are also woven in throughout, but with hopeful outcomes. Readers will enjoy a mystical ride with the teens and help them decide their destiny with this interactive novel that allows readers to make choices about the story along the way. Perfect for older teens who enjoy stories of adventure, mystery, and those that involve solving puzzles, riddles, and codes.”—School Library Journal