NEW BOOK: Welcome to Seagull Street Releases May 24, 2025

I’m thrilled to officially announce that my debut novel, Welcome to Seagull Street: That Summer in Ocean City, Maryland, will be released on May 24, 2025!

This story has been a labor of love—and more than a few seagull sightings—and I can’t wait for you to meet Ray, Olivia, Evan, and the unforgettable summer that changes everything.

Set in the heart of Ocean City, Maryland, Welcome to Seagull Street is a slice-of-life novel that’s part romance, part mystery, and 100% a love letter to fresh starts, late-summer sunsets, and unexpected friendships.

Here’s how you can be part of the launch:

Preorder the Kindle edition now on Amazon
If you love reading on your device, you can lock in your copy today.
Amazon Book Listing

Paperback edition available May 24
Prefer a physical copy? The paperback will be available on Amazon on release day.

Limited signed paperbacks
I’ll also be offering a small number of signed copies here on AlissaArford.com after launch—stay tuned!

Join the journey on social media
Follow me on TikTok and Instagram for sneak peeks, behind-the-scenes updates, and release-week fun.

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Thank you for being part of this story—and part of this dream.

I can’t wait to hear what you think of Welcome to Seagull Street!

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