The Butterfly’s Sting
Debut young adult novel coming October 7, 2025 from Groundwood Books
“A knockout.” —#1 New York Times-bestselling author Jason Reynolds
“A raw and absorbing account of abuse and a girl’s relentless fight to claim her freedom.” —Kirkus Reviews
A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard selection
Abbie Harlow is a young adult author who is excited to have her debut novel published this fall!
The Butterfly’s Sting is a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard selection!
The Junior Library Guild has selected THE BUTTERFLY’S STING as a Gold Standard Selection! The Junior Library Guild is a library subscription service that chooses “the very best,” “buzz-worthy” titles for its seasonal selections.
Becoming a Published Author
How do you become a published author? At Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School’s Career Day in February 2025, Abbie Harlow answered that question. She talked with students about how she became interested in writing and the process of writing and preparing her debut novel, THE BUTTERFLY’S STING, ready for publication. To watch her presentation, watch the video!