Kicking off a new graphic series with a seriously relatable young witch, this title introduces Jazzy, who is unfortunately the least magical witch in her sorcery school. She’s trying her best to develop her broom-riding skills, but she just doesn’t feel that spark… until she gives cycling a try and finds both a talent and … Continue reading Spooky Season 31-Day Countdown, Day 25: Jazzy the Witch in Broom Doom by Jessixa Bagley
On a day designed to celebrate creative expression, we wanted to spotlight a few favorite books about creativity that we’ve been super into lately! To start, Sometimes You Find a Dragon by Viviane Schwarz is a warm and wonderful ode to creative inspiration. Encouraging readers of all ages to find the hidden dragons of the … Continue reading Happy International Artists Day!
Ever been in one of those moods where you just feel fed up with everything and everyone? The ghostie shouting the title on the cover of this adorable picture book sure is. Fortunately, the prickly poltergeist has a good friend reminding them that it’s impossible to hate EVERYTHING, not when there is so much to … Continue reading Spooky Season 31-Day Countdown, Day 24: I Hate Everything! by Sophy Henn
Fans of L’Engle’s other works, including A Wrinkle in Time, will love this reimagined version of her 1969 picture book of the same name. Featuring abridged text for pacing and gorgeous new artwork by Khoa Le, this Biblical retelling of the flight into Egypt offers a more nuanced celebration of kindness to those in need, … Continue reading Dance in the Desert (Madeleine L’Engle, illus. by Khoa Le)
In this companion to Sardà's previous The Three Sisters picture book, readers meet a lonely young girl named Carmela, who is struggling to adjust to the changes in her older sister Franca since the latter made some new (and mean) friends. Going for a long walk, she happens upon a strange tower, within which lives … Continue reading Spooky Season 31-Day Countdown, Day 23: The Witch in the Tower by Júlia Sardà
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