Randi Smith

Sara Wigal represents Randi Smith, debut young adult author. Although Randi began as a traditionally represented literary agency client, her book was not signed by traditional publishers. She chose to adopt a profit-share model with Ami McConnell Literary Consultancy and was published by Betty Fay Books in 2026.

Betty Fay Books handled all cover and interior design and formatting, copy editing, proofreading and production tasks, as well as marketing and public relations for this title.

Ada Holloway’s Had Enough received excellent publishing industry reviews from publications including: Publisher’s Weekly, School Library Journal, Kirkus Reviews, Foreword Clarion Reviews, and many more.

Randi’s robust book tour includes:

  • An interview published in Publishers Weekly online and in print

  • Radio, podcast and tv interviews

  • Elementary school visits

  • College campus speaking engagements

  • Book festival and conference features and speaking

  • Librarian’s Associations and Teachers of English Conference presentations

To see more about Randi and her writing view her website at www.randismithwrites.com

  • "Working with Betty Fay Books was the best decision I made for my novel. This small and dedicated team not only knows this industry but also knows how to make authors feel empowered. Their kindness, professionalism, and expertise is just what every author needs. I couldn't have become a published author without Betty Fay Books!"

    —Randi Smith, Young Adult Author of ADA HOLLOWAY’S HAD ENOUGH, 2026

  • “Many young readers will come away with a clearer understanding of book challenges, censorship, and First Amendment rights, but the novel delivers these lessons with a light touch, grounding them in everyday struggles of high school kids. As Ada navigates the trials of adolescence, she discovers that choice and voice matter, and that even quiet actions can spark meaningful change. A story that explores confidence, bravery, and real-world pressures with admirable restraint, offering insights without drifting into melodrama.”

    — Kirkus Reviews

  • “The fed-up high school senior of Ada Holloway’s Had Enough challenges the orthodoxy of her small, ‘unimportant town’… in Smith’s astute young adult debut, which focuses on censorship and the erasure of history. When a banned biography sparks Ada’s quiet rebellion, her fight against institutional control transforms her from a rule-follower into a bold advocate for truth… Smith expertly addresses larger issues within the context of Ada’s awakening. By shattering the protective bubble around this smart and resilient young adult, Smith sets Ada on a path to bravely engage with the wider world.”

    —BookLife (part of Publishers Weekly)

  • "A feel-good story about a young person’s growing confidence and the importance of books to a community."

    —Grace Pickering, School Library Journal

  • "In the dynamic coming-of-age novel Ada Holloway’s Had Enough, a bold girl is determined to stop a book ban."

    —Clarion Foreword Reviews

  • “The Freeport Public Library has seen better days. The mayor has asked the library director, Mr. Booker, to remove certain books from the shelves. Does this situation feel familiar? Smith captures this contemporary reality in a story that invites readers to reflect on censorship and the importance of defending the freedom to read. Ada Halloway, a high school student in Freeport, is assigned an essay about the town. She chooses to focus on its founder, Everett J. Washington, only to discover that the book documenting his life has been banned. Along with her best friend, her cousin and the library staff, Ada forms a book club centered on The Founder’s Promise: The Life of Everett J. Washington, to be able to have a source for her research. What follows is a lighthearted yet emotionally resonant series of events in which the Everett J. Washington Literary Society advocates for the book’s return. Grounded in present-day concerns, Smith’s novel highlights the power of collective action and the importance of fighting for intellectual freedom.”

    —Patricia Rua-Bashir, Manager, Children's Services, Nashville Public Library

  • “Ada Halloway’s Had Enough is an unforgettable story that portrays the harm of book banning and the power of youth voice. Although this is a work of fiction, I found it strikingly real and relatable, with events grounded in the challenges many communities face today. Smith’s characters are perfectly charismatic and authentic, engaging the reader throughout. I found myself saying “just one more chapter” up until the very final page. In a time when the world can seem so very dark, this story was a shining light of hope. As an activist fighting against censorship, I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and cannot wait for it to be in the hands of readers everywhere!”

    — Julia Garnett, SLJ Youth Honorary Chair of Banned Books Week, 2024

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