Hilary Duff Signs Kids' Fiction Deal with Simon & Schuster

Simon & Schuster has signed on to publish entertainer Hilary Duff’s first young adult fiction series. The first title “Elixir” is expected to hit shelves in October.

In addition, the partnership gives Simon & Schuster worldwide rights to a non-fiction title by Duff about the challenges children face when parents divorce. The book will be available in spring 2012.

“Hilary Duff is a multi-talented international sensation and we are positive her leap into young adult books will be an incredible success,” says Justin Chanda, vice president and publisher of Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers. “‘Elixir’ is a smart, unique page-turner, and we are thrilled to be able to give Hilary’s fans the opportunity to connect with her in an entirely new way.”
The deal was brokered by Rob Weisbach Creative Management on behalf of Duff.

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