CRAP KINGDOM

High school sophomore Tom Parking has always dreamed of being spirited away to a magical world whose inhabitants would declare him their Chosen One, just like in the fantasy novels he reads. So when it actually happens, he’s elated—until he discovers how uncool, annoying, and generally crappy this magical kingdom is. It’s so terrible, Tom decides to reject the job of Chosen One and focus on winning a good role in the school play and getting his crush Lindsy Kopec to notice him. But when Crap Kingdom thrusts itself back into Tom’s life, he gets caught on the wrong side of an epic battle between good and evil that could alter the course of the entire universe...not to mention his chances with Lindsy.

SATIRICAL AND AUTHENTIC—Teens who love fantasy will enjoy this send-up of their favorite genre, and those who aren’t fantasy fans will get a kick out of the way Pierson skewers familiar storytelling tropes. And the clever, witty, and hip writing style has kid appeal without ever being condescending—think McSweeneys for teens.

RENAISSANCE MAN— DC Pierson is a rising star in Hollywood as a screenwriter, actor, and producer. Some of his credits include writing and starring in the film Mystery Team with his comedy troupe DERRICK, which premiered at the 2009 Sundance Film Festival; writing the script for the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards; multiple appearances on the NBC show Community; and much more. He’s also known for his one-man live comedy show, which regularly sells out at the Upright Citizens Brigade in both L.A. and NYC.

PERFECT VOICE FOR YA—DC Pierson’s adult novel, The Boy Who Couldn’t Sleep and Never Had To, got rave reviews, was a B&N Discover Pick, and won the Alex Award for books written for adults that have special appeal to teens. He’s a perfect fit to write for YA.

PROMOTABLE AUTHOR—In addition to his many Hollywood connections, DC is a tireless self-promoter and terrific entertainer. Like a younger John Green, he has on-screen appeal and the ability and drive to create terrific video content to promote the book.