STAMFORD, Conn. - s4story -- THE HAMPTONS, NY — This summer, Hamptons vacationers will discover a compelling young adult series from award-winning author Michele Kwasniewski. Through Bedside Reading®, Kwasniewski's acclaimed Rise and Fall of Dani Truehart series is being showcased in luxury boutique hotels throughout the East End, beginning with the first novel, Rising Star.

Blending music, ambition, friendship, first love, family dynamics, and the realities of growing up, Rising Star introduces Dani Truehart, a talented teenager chasing success while learning the emotional cost of fame. The novel has been praised for its authentic characters, emotional depth, and realistic portrayal of adolescence.

Readers can continue Dani's journey through the complete four-book series:

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Rising Star
Burning Bright
On the Edge
Falling Apart

Together, the novels create a coming-of-age saga about resilience, identity, relationships, and the pursuit of dreams.

This summer, Michele's books are being introduced to travelers through Bedside Reading's Hamptons literary program at boutique hotels including 1708 House, Baker House 1650, Beachcomber Resort, Canoe Place Inn & Cottages, Capri Southampton, Hotel Moraine, Journey East Hampton, Maidstone Hotel, Marram Montauk, Mill House Inn, and Southampton Inn.

The Bedside Reading program places curated books in hotels during a time when guests can relax, unplug, and discover new authors.

"There's something magical about discovering a book while you're on vacation," said Jane Ubell-Meyer, Founder of Bedside Reading®. "Michele Kwasniewski has created a remarkable series that captures the excitement, uncertainty, and hope of growing up. Rising Star is just the beginning of a journey readers won't want to end."

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With themes that resonate across generations, Kwasniewski's novels appeal to young adults, parents, educators, book clubs, and fans of contemporary coming-of-age fiction.

About Michele Kwasniewski

Michele Kwasniewski is the award-winning author of the Rise and Fall of Dani Truehart series. Her novels are known for engaging storytelling, memorable characters, and emotionally rich explorations of adolescence, music, ambition, and self-discovery.

About Bedside Reading®

Founded by media entrepreneur, television producer, and bestselling author Jane Ubell-Meyer, Bedside Reading® introduces readers to outstanding books through luxury hotels, boutique resorts, hospitals, and digital libraries across the country.

For more information, visit www.BedsideReading.com.

Media Contact

Jane Ubell-Meyer
Founder, Bedside Reading®
917-848-3353
info@bedsidereading.com
www.BedsideReading.com