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The Write Stuff: Local Teen Publishes First Novel

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Haven Haus Café Hosts Grand Opening

Haven Haus Café, located at The Commons in La Verne, 1548 Foothill Blvd., near Vons, is celebrating its grand opening 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, July 7. There will be live music, complimentary sips and bites, giveaways, and photo ops.

Haven Haus Café employees train inside the newly designed space at The Commons at La Verne, 1532 Foothill Blvd., on June 24 ahead of their opening. The café offers a hearty brunch menu that includes gluten-free and vegan dishes. Photo by Staci Baird/La Verne Daily News

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Local Teen Turns Fantasy Into Reality With First Published Novel

By Kaitlyn McMullin

Lexi Cocores has long wavy ash-blonde hair. She sits at a table holding her book cover up. A stack of four books sits to the left of her on the table. Purple and gold balloons are hung behind her on the left.
Lexi Cocores, a Bonita High School rising senior, poses with her book "I Accept the Role of Villainess" during a book signing at Judging By The Cover in San Dimas on Aug. 16, 2025. Photo courtesy Lisa Cocores

Most high school students are focused on tests, sports or college applications. But Lexi Cocores was also working toward another milestone: publishing her first novel.

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