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Witches of Brooklyn

(A Graphic Novel)

Hardcover (Graphic Novel - HC)
5.88"W x 8.31"H x 1.12"D   | 20 oz | 12 per carton
On sale Sep 01, 2020 | 240 Pages | 9780593125281
Age 8-12 years
Reading Level: Lexile GN320L | Fountas & Pinnell U

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NATIONAL BESTSELLER • There’s a new witch in town! Life in Brooklyn takes a strange turn when twelve-year-old Effie discovers her family’s magical powers in this laugh-out-loud graphic novel that’s “charming beyond belief” (Entertainment Weekly)!

Effie’s aunts are weird. Like, really weird. Really, really, REALLY weird! As soon as she moves into their gigantic house in Brooklyn, Effie senses something is up. But with a new school, new friends, and new haunting nightmares to keep her busy, how is Effie supposed to realize that they’re in fact witches… and that she might possess the same magical abilities, too?

As Effie learns more about her family and herself, things begin to take an odd turn. With friends who will do whatever they can to be there for her, a cursed pop star, and her supernaturally inclined aunts teaching her how to use magic for good, Effie soon understands that normalcy is not in the cards for her—and that life will never be the same.

Don’t miss out on the Witches of Brooklyn graphic novel series, which continues to grow along with our favorite witch, Effie! Look for them all:

Witches of Brooklyn
What the Hex?!
S’More Magic
Spell of a Time
Curse and Reverse

Sophie Escabasse is a French author and illustrator who lives in Montreal with her husband and three children and their black cat, Terrence. She has illustrated many books for middle-grade readers, including Florence Parry Heide and Roxanne Heide Pierce's Spotlight Club Mysteries series and the Freestyler Funnies series by Tom Easton. She has been a graphic novel lover for as long as she can remember, and she enjoys fun and expressive characters. View titles by Sophie Escabasse
  • SELECTION | 2021
    Bank Street College Best Children's Book of the Year
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“A mixture of everyday adventures and enchanting fantasy, this lighthearted story will delight readers.” —Kirkus Reviews

A warm story of found family and healing that stands on its own while setting the stage for further adventures.” —Publisher’s Weekly

“A focus on growth and change rather than struggle… An anticipated sequel will likely be welcomed by fantasy and graphic novel fans eager to see what adventures await the young witch.” —The Bulletin

“Lighthearted, sweet, and entertaining.” —The Horn Book

"A charming middle-grade take on Sabrina the Teenage Witch that only scratches the surface of this new series’ enormous potential." —Booklist

Educator Guide for Witches of Brooklyn

Classroom-based guides appropriate for schools and colleges provide pre-reading and classroom activities, discussion questions connected to the curriculum, further reading, and resources.

(Please note: the guide displayed here is the most recently uploaded version; while unlikely, any page citation discrepancies between the guide and book is likely due to pagination differences between a book’s different formats.)

Classroom Activities for Witches of Brooklyn

Classroom activities supplement discussion and traditional lessons with group projects and creative tasks. Can be used in pre-existing units and lessons, or as stand-alone.

(Please note: the guide displayed here is the most recently uploaded version; while unlikely, any page citation discrepancies between the guide and book is likely due to pagination differences between a book’s different formats.)

About

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • There’s a new witch in town! Life in Brooklyn takes a strange turn when twelve-year-old Effie discovers her family’s magical powers in this laugh-out-loud graphic novel that’s “charming beyond belief” (Entertainment Weekly)!

Effie’s aunts are weird. Like, really weird. Really, really, REALLY weird! As soon as she moves into their gigantic house in Brooklyn, Effie senses something is up. But with a new school, new friends, and new haunting nightmares to keep her busy, how is Effie supposed to realize that they’re in fact witches… and that she might possess the same magical abilities, too?

As Effie learns more about her family and herself, things begin to take an odd turn. With friends who will do whatever they can to be there for her, a cursed pop star, and her supernaturally inclined aunts teaching her how to use magic for good, Effie soon understands that normalcy is not in the cards for her—and that life will never be the same.

Don’t miss out on the Witches of Brooklyn graphic novel series, which continues to grow along with our favorite witch, Effie! Look for them all:

Witches of Brooklyn
What the Hex?!
S’More Magic
Spell of a Time
Curse and Reverse

Creators

Sophie Escabasse is a French author and illustrator who lives in Montreal with her husband and three children and their black cat, Terrence. She has illustrated many books for middle-grade readers, including Florence Parry Heide and Roxanne Heide Pierce's Spotlight Club Mysteries series and the Freestyler Funnies series by Tom Easton. She has been a graphic novel lover for as long as she can remember, and she enjoys fun and expressive characters. View titles by Sophie Escabasse

Awards

  • SELECTION | 2021
    Bank Street College Best Children's Book of the Year

Praise

“A mixture of everyday adventures and enchanting fantasy, this lighthearted story will delight readers.” —Kirkus Reviews

A warm story of found family and healing that stands on its own while setting the stage for further adventures.” —Publisher’s Weekly

“A focus on growth and change rather than struggle… An anticipated sequel will likely be welcomed by fantasy and graphic novel fans eager to see what adventures await the young witch.” —The Bulletin

“Lighthearted, sweet, and entertaining.” —The Horn Book

"A charming middle-grade take on Sabrina the Teenage Witch that only scratches the surface of this new series’ enormous potential." —Booklist

Teacher Guides

Educator Guide for Witches of Brooklyn

Classroom-based guides appropriate for schools and colleges provide pre-reading and classroom activities, discussion questions connected to the curriculum, further reading, and resources.

(Please note: the guide displayed here is the most recently uploaded version; while unlikely, any page citation discrepancies between the guide and book is likely due to pagination differences between a book’s different formats.)

Classroom Activities for Witches of Brooklyn

Classroom activities supplement discussion and traditional lessons with group projects and creative tasks. Can be used in pre-existing units and lessons, or as stand-alone.

(Please note: the guide displayed here is the most recently uploaded version; while unlikely, any page citation discrepancies between the guide and book is likely due to pagination differences between a book’s different formats.)

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