@RachelReissAuthor
Hey I'm from India. How can I get my hands on this book? I absolutely loved it
@AyeshaAhmed4 Hi, that's so nice of you, thank you so much!! It comes out on May 12, 2026 with the new title SECONDS TO SPARE, and you can order (or preorder) it online. Advanced digital copies are currently available by request on Edelweiss and NetGalley!
Hi All! Just a quick note to let you know that SECONDS TO SPARE -- which is the new, longer version of VELOCITY TO NEVER EXCEED -- is now available to request on NetGalley!
For those who read VELOCITY, Seconds to Spare is an expanded version of the Watty-winning story that's being published by Macmillan and comes out in hardback on May 12, 2026. This new version is about 50% longer, but still features many of the same elements as the original story!
You can search, request, review, and read it for free on NetGalley. It's so helpful in spreading buzz and showing interest for a new book, and I so appreciate anyone who requests.
Thank you again -- this book would never be where it is today if it wasn't for this community! <3
@RachelReissAuthor Congratulations! This is so exciting! I loved the original version and I'm sure the published story will be even better!
EXCITING NEWS! I'm thrilled to announce that my 2022 Watty award winning story VELOCITY TO NEVER EXCEED is now being traditional published by Macmillan under a new name - SECONDS TO SPARE!
It's the same story but expanded to include almost double the words, more character depth, and some new twists and turns!
It comes out May 12, 2026 but you can preorder it today. Preorders are SO HELPFUL -- they show interest in a title which helps bookstores decide if they're going to stock it when the book comes out. Here's the link if you'd like to reserve your copy: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/seconds-to-spare-rachel-reiss/1148026489
You can also add to your Goodreads "want to read" list here:
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/240019892
I'm SO EXCITED for you to read the new and extended version! And thank you all for your wonderful support of this story -- none of this would've happened if it wasn't for you!!! <3
Happy publishing day!! I love love love my copy of OUT OF AIR! It’s one of the best YA thrillers I’ve read in a long time! Congratulations!! xo
Yay! VTNE should be expanded and made into a movie! I can't wait for it.
Happy holidays.
Hi All! I know it’s been a long time since I’ve posted, but exciting things have been happening!
OUT OF AIR is my new speculative Young Adult thriller that comes out May 13, 2025 with Wednesday Books (MacMillian).
If you liked VELOCITY TO NEVER EXCEED, this book is similar in that it’s a thrilling YA with action, adventure, mystery and romance (plus speculative twists). It’s about a group of scuba diving friends who stumbles across lost treasure, a legendary cave, and a new type of power . . . that comes at a price.
Pre-orders are available! You can pre-order it now (links in my profile), and you can also find OUT OF AIR on G00dreads and add to your “want to read” list. I also just revealed the cover on Insta where you can find me if you search my name!
For those who may have noticed that VELOCITY is no longer up, I am currently reworking it and making it longer! So it's going to be about 50% longer when I finish.
I love this community and I’m so incredibly grateful for the support! THANK YOU!!
@RachelReissAuthor you are such a great author. Can never stop thinking of VTNE. I can't wait for the extended version. And congrats on your new publication❤️
Hi! I just wanted to say that I loved reading 'Velocity to Never Exceed.' It is undoubtedly one of my favorite, if not my favorite, novel I've ever read on Wattpad. You are an extremely talented writer! However, I just realized that the novel disappeared from Wattpad. When I search up the title on Google, the result remains visible, but once I click on the link, Wattpad gives me a message saying that the book got lost and never came back. I was wondering if you consciously removed the novel or if Wattpad accidentally deleted it. Thank you!!
@HappycherryXD Hi!! Sorry for the delayed response. Not sure if you can see my latest message but I took VELOCITY down because I’m expanding the story! I plan to make it about 50% longer! Also I have a new book (also a YA thriller) that’s coming out in May through a traditional publisher. You can see all the info from the links in my profile. Thank you, so happy to hear you loved the story. That means SO MUCH to me!! ❤️
@aiko_o_ hi!! Just responded below and wanted to make sure you saw it. Thanks so much for checking in on the story!! :)
Hi! I have some exciting news! Which is the reason I’ve been MIA here, but thank you for everyone who’s read or has been reading Velocity to Never Exceed, and for the messages. It means so much!
My news is that I signed a contract with MacMillian for two Young Adult thrillers, the first scheduled to be published in Summer of 2025. I will hopefully have more information soon to share, but wanted to let you know I’m still here and writing!
And again thank you for the support, community, your amazing stories, and all the kind messages! ❤️
Thank you so much! So happy to hear it made your day! I so appreciate your kind words!
Hey Rachel, I just finished reading your story. It's the best I've read on Wattpad so far. Please keep writing more ❤