Small Magics
A Graphic Novel
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- Pre-Order
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- Expected Sep 22, 2026
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- $9.99
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- Pre-Order
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- $9.99
Publisher Description
A young girl uncovers the small magics of her aunts' island home, where dogs talk and the wind blows your way if you say "please," in this stunning middle grade graphic novel from the Geisel Honor creator of Tiger vs. Nightmare. Perfect for fans of The Moth Keeper.
It’s the last summer before Sara’s family moves and she has to start over at a new school. The last summer before everything changes. But instead of spending it with the friends she’ll be leaving behind, Sara is sent to stay with her aunts on a tiny island in the middle of nowhere, miles and miles away from any other kids.
At least it’s a magical island.
The moment Sara steps foot on its shores, she begins to discover the small magics that make life there an endlessly surprising adventure. From talking animals to trees with minds of their own, this island is full of impossible, incredible things. And with her aunts’ two dogs as her eager (and very chatty) guides, Sara is ready to discover them all.
Celebrate the sweetness of summer, the joy of new friendships, and the hidden wonders of the world with Small Magics.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Rich in gentle delights, this jubilant, lightly magical graphic novel from Tetri (Tiger vs. Nightmare) explores the wonders of the natural world through the eyes of a curious tween stepping out of her comfort zone. Sara is both excited and uncertain about spending the summer with her aunts Bea and Meg while her parents are away on a research trip in Taiwan. Expecting a stereotypical laid-back vacation on the remote island where her aunts live, Sara is shocked when, upon cutting through the dense fog that surrounds the locale in Bea's rowboat, the adults' dogs, Sits and Whatar, begin to talk. Acting as Sara's guides, the canines introduce the youth to the lush island's main attractions, which include vibrant vegetation, a mysterious cave, a woodstove that lights on command, and more talking animals. Though she's initially frustrated by her inability to acclimate—she struggles to complete her assigned chores, and the island's purported magic seems to evade her command—careful attention, open-mindedness, and respectful intentions prove paramount in Sara's journey toward becoming attuned to the enchanted world around her. Rounded, softly shaded illustrations relay expressive character designs and sweeping portrayals of the island's natural beauty. The result is a leisurely, low-conflict adventure. Ages 8–12.
