Clarissa’s Books
The Art Game (Debut Novel)
Synopsis:
Ashley starts art school feeling unsure about her place in the art world. At university, she meets Nicholas, an old flame, while interning at a photography studio. There, she also feels drawn to Gary but faces conflicts with her boss and coworkers. She must compete for one of 15 spots in an art program for her second year, dealing with jealousy from others. Despite these struggles, Ashley stays focused and determined to succeed in the art world.
Summer Between Tides (ebook)
Synopsis:
Seventeen-year-old Nia Brooks is no stranger to heartbreak. Two breakups in one year, and now her mentor has moved away without warning.
Sent to spend the summer on Azure Isle with her godfather and play cousins, Nia finds herself in a world of sun, sand, and secrets. Late-night bonfires, whispered stories, and the rhythm of the tide lead her to discover friendship, family, and a summer romance that makes her heart stir in unexpected ways.
With her camcorder in hand, Nia captures the island—and herself—learning that belonging, love, and courage can rise from even the deepest heartbreak.
A tender, heartfelt YA novel about self-discovery, family, and the moments that shape who we become.
The Art Game: New York (ebook) Coming Soon
Synopsis:
When seventeen-year-old Gracelyn Hayes leaves Ohio for art school in New York City, she expects challenge, maybe even loneliness—but not this.
Not the underground art scene pulsing beneath the city.
Not the thrill of creation that feels like rebellion.
And definitely not Shawn Rivera, the enigmatic painter who sees her art—and her heart—with unnerving clarity.
At Parsons, Gracelyn learns that talent isn’t enough. Every assignment is a dare. Every critique a mirror. When one of her professors crosses a line, Gracelyn’s refusal sparks scandal, pulling her into The Art Game—a secret network of student creators who turn defiance into art.
As her work gains attention, so do the consequences. Leaked videos, whispered rumors, blurred lines between muse and maker—each test forces Gracelyn to redefine what freedom really means. With her mentor’s disappointment, her old life calling, and her future on the line, she must decide how much of herself she’s willing to show to the world.
Because in The Art Game, the only rule is truth—
and truth always leaves a mark.
