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I read every message — even the ones from second-graders asking which Virginia Mysteries book is my favorite. (It’s a trick question.)

Steven K. Smith
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The contact form

Use this for anything that isn’t a school visit booking (that has its own form on the School Visits page).

“I write back.”

Most messages get a personal reply within a few days. Sometimes faster, sometimes (during a deadline) a touch slower — but always personally.

    Old-school mailbox

    Write me a real letter.

    Email is great. But there’s nothing quite like a kid handing you an envelope and saying “a real author wrote me back.”

    If your young reader wants to send a letter, a drawing, a question, or a theory about what Sam, Derek, and Caitlin should investigate next — the mailbox is open. Include a return address and I’ll do my best to write back.

    Send mail to:
    Steven K. Smith
    MB3 Press
    PO Box 2555
    Midlothian, VA 23113
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    Be the first to know when the next book drops.

    A short, quarterly-ish email. New books, school visit openings, the occasional behind-the-scenes story from a real Virginia location. No spam, ever.

    Before you write

    A few quick answers

    When’s the next book coming out?
    The latest releases and a peek at what’s next live on the books page. Newsletter subscribers hear first.
    Do you do school visits outside Virginia?
    Yes — in person within driving distance, virtual anywhere. Details and the booking form are on the School Visits page.
    Are signed copies available?
    Yes, directly from the shop. Personalized inscriptions on request — just leave a note at checkout.
    Can my book club video-chat with you?
    Often yes, especially school and library book clubs. Drop a note via the form above with the date, group size, and which book you’re reading.
    Where can I find teaching resources?
    Free quizzes, SOL-aligned activities, and discussion guides are all on the Teachers & Librarians page.
    My kid wants to be a writer. Any advice?
    Yes — read a lot, write a little every day, and don’t worry about being perfect. (Longer answer in the School Visits writing workshop.)
    Looking for something specific?