For Booksellers

Bring Colonial Williamsburg and the American Revolution to life for young readers.
The History Detective Club series follows Rose, Nathaniel, and Pearl as they time-travel between modern-day Williamsburg and the years 1774–1776, solving mysteries while grappling with questions of courage, justice, and freedom. Each book stands alone, but encourages series reading, making it ideal for families, classrooms, and book clubs.

• Wholesale or Consignment Paperbacks direct from the author
  
• Signed copies available
  

Why Booksellers Love This Series

• Makes history feel real. Reviewers say the books are “a wonderful way to learn more in depth about historic events” and “a great way to encourage the study of history to young readers, 8 to 14 years old.” History “comes alive” instead of feeling like a textbook.
• Handles hard topics with care. The Die is Cast explores slavery, the Ethiopian Regiment, and the contradictions of “freedom” in the Revolution in a way that is “easily understood” and “thought provoking” for middle‑grade readers.
• Perfect for schools and homeschool. Multiple reviewers highlight how well the books fit upper elementary and middle school curriculum, and praise the coordinating unit study and casebook with codes, ciphers, vocabulary, puzzles, and reader challenges.
•  Written for ages 8–14 (grades 3–8), but many parents, teachers, and grandparents say they “can’t put them down.”

Current Titles

Title ISBN

Seeds of Rebellion 978-1-969948-01-5

The Powder is Lit 978-1-969948-05-3

The Die is Cast 978-1-969948-10-7

Tidings of Liberty. 978-1-969948-12-1

• Book 5: Coming 2026
• Book 6: Coming 2026
  

What Readers Are Saying

“A thrilling adventure, for readers ages 8 to 14, presenting history through the eyes of children… Enjoy this new look at history.”

“A glimpse into an ethical dilemma of the past – the American Revolution promised freedom, but not for everyone… Rich in historical detail.”

“History has never been so exciting! A thoughtful approach to slavery in colonial times and the little known Ethiopian Brigade.”

“I really did not like history when I was in school in the 1950s, but then I never had books like this to make it feel real!!”

“Perfect book for the 250th anniversary of the country… Interesting historical book for kids and adults.”

Ideal Customers

• Families visiting Colonial Williamsburg and other historic sites
• Teachers and librarians planning American Revolution units (grades 3–8)
• Homeschool families seeking rich, discussion‑worthy historical fiction
• Grandparents and history‑loving adults who enjoy reading along with kids or are looking for an escape where nothing bad will happen—but everything important still does.

Many adult reviewers note that they “couldn’t put it down” and “wished this book existed” when they were in school, making the series an easy hand‑sell across age groups.

Signed Copies and Events

• Signed stock: Happy to provide signed copies for your store at no extra charge.
• Events: Available for in‑store signings, school visits, homeschool days, and history‑themed events in the Richmond/Williamsburg region.

To discuss events, signed stock, or consignment, contact Wendy M. Neugent at Wendy@WendyNeugent.com.

Recommended Starter Pack
For stores new to the History Detective Club series, we recommend this easy starter order:

4 × Seeds of Rebellion (Book 1)

3 × The Powder is Lit (Book 2)

3 × The Die is Cast (Book 3)

2 × Tidings of Liberty (Book 4, Christmas/holiday appeal)

Ready to Order?

Email Wendy@WendyNeugent.com with quantities, shipping address, and preferred terms (wholesale or consignment).