Praise for FAITH: “This #OwnVoices genre and format mashup is fun and memorable, and should produce legions of new Faith superfans.” - School Library Journal (starred review)
“Body positive and deliciously keyed into fandom. Readers will flock to this inclusive romp.” - ALA Booklist
"Putting a queer spin on a tale as old as time, Julie Murphy proves that everyone can be a superhero – no matter their size, gender, or sexual orientation – at heart, we all have the power to make the world a better place!" - The Nerd Daily
“As in all her work, Murphy’s portrayal of a plus-size protagonist is nuanced and heartfelt…. Destined for great heights.” - Kirkus Reviews
“Faith is an awesome, crime-stopping superhero.” - People
“This is a superhero done right.” - Nerdist
“Murphy...successfully makes every piece of the story—Dolly Parton superfans, first love, best-friend problems, an unlikely group of pageant entrants, female solidarity, self-acceptance, and Willowdean’s complicated relationship with the mother...-count, weaving them together to create a harmonious, humorous, and thought-provoking whole.”
- Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“[A] richly enjoyable novel...a clever and funny book to please lovers of thoughtful romance and secret pageant fans.” - Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“Genuine, romantic, and with a dash of Texan charm, this is a novel that celebrates being who you are while also acknowledging that it’s incredibly difficult to do.” - The Horn Book
“This sequel to Faith: Taking Flight delivers more action and intrigue. …The continuing adventures of an admirable superhero who goes above and beyond.” - Kirkus Reviews
“This companion to the very popular Dumplin’ introduces more memorable characters for whom readers can’t help but cheer.” - School Library Journal
“Julie Murphy has created the platonic love story of a lifetime. I am wildly in love with Puddin’.” - Becky Albertalli, New York Times bestselling author of Leah on the Offbeat and Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda
Praise for PUDDIN’: “Murphy’s plot brims with unlikely friendships, irresistible romance, fabulous fat acceptance, and a kick-ass ending. Buoying.” - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
“Murphy’s energetic writing style makes for compulsive readability.” - ALA Booklist
“Texans and non-Texans alike will appreciate getting to know two strong-minded Lone Star girls.” - Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
Praise for DUMPLIN’: “Will’s singular voice compels readers to think about all that goes into building-and destroying-self-esteem...Splendid” - ALA Booklist (starred review)