Getting Micky Dolenz is a funny, touching, heartwarming story that will appeal equally to young adults, pop-culture lovers, and Monkees fans of all ages. Peppered with humor and full of heart, this is the tale of Julie Desmond - or, as she likes to call herself, Julie Desmond Dolenz, a 13-year-old living in the psychedelic '60s who is absolutely ape over drummer Micky Dolenz of the sensational made-for-TV band The Monkees.

Ever since the show first aired in 1966 - nearly a year ago now - Julie has been crazy about the sparkly eyed drummer with magnetic personality and fluffy brown curls. And when Julie gets the chance of a lifetime - to meet Micky Dolenz at an exclusive Malibu party - no one on earth is happier than she.

It takes one magical evening full of dreams come true for Julie to make a surprising discovery about crushes, first love, and finding romance where she least expects it. Julie’s scheming and dreaming about her favorite celebrity will strike a chord with any girl who has ever pined after a hunky movie star or musician. Her decidedly 1960s lifestyle will tickle the fancy of those who lived through that colorful decade or merely wished to. Her idol worship of The Monkees will cause Monkees fans young and old to be swept into the whirlwind adventure of Julie’s dream come true. 

Author Alicia Voss’ own love of The Monkees inspired her to concoct a tantalizing tale sure to be enjoyed by many listeners.