Red Herring by Grace Poole is shortlisted for the 2026 Author of Tomorrow Award, 16-21 Category. 

About Red Herring:

In the lawless waters of the Atlantic during the Golden Age of piracy, a crew hungry for blood chase after a merchant ship, hoping to earn their fill of treasure and feel the thrill of battle along the way. But something is not right about the seemingly helpless ship, and before long the tables turn and the pirates find themselves up against disguised mercenaries.

An interview with Grace is coming soon...