Suitcase S(witch)
Published on 18. May 2023
Book
Paperback/Softback
72 pages
978-1-80090-176-6 (ISBN)
Description
An accidental luggage swap with a witch conjures a series of mishaps for Zahra in this charming magical adventure from acclaimed children's author Aisha Bushby.
When Zahra accidentally swaps suitcases with a witch, it's the beginning of a whole series of magical mishaps. Her feet take on a dancing life of their own when she puts on a pair of enchanted boots, while her first flying adventure in a charmed cloak nearly ends in disaster! But it's not all bad. She learns a spell that can transform her dad's worst cooking into a gourmet delight and makes a new best friend in the form of a talking cat.
When she finds the witch again, will Zahra even want to get her own suitcase back?!
Particularly suitable for readers aged 7+ with a reading age of 7.
When Zahra accidentally swaps suitcases with a witch, it's the beginning of a whole series of magical mishaps. Her feet take on a dancing life of their own when she puts on a pair of enchanted boots, while her first flying adventure in a charmed cloak nearly ends in disaster! But it's not all bad. She learns a spell that can transform her dad's worst cooking into a gourmet delight and makes a new best friend in the form of a talking cat.
When she finds the witch again, will Zahra even want to get her own suitcase back?!
Particularly suitable for readers aged 7+ with a reading age of 7.
Reviews / Votes
"This humorous, light-hearted tale of magic and friendship explores the benefits of facing fears and overcoming insecurities." - BookTrust "A sweet, captivating story with a sprinkle of magic and dusting of fun ... Charmed the pants off us." - Mini Travellers, blog "There's fun coming down the line and you wouldn't want to miss the ride! ... Packed with fun and fantasy, all brought to vibrant life by Muce's beautiful artwork ... top-class storytelling with an important message about finding your confidence gently wrapped inside. Truly spellbinding!" - Book-marked, blogMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
HarperCollins Publishers
Target group
Children/juvenile
Reading Age: 7 years, Interest Age: From 7 years
Product notice
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Paperback (UK-B)
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 131 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
127 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-80090-176-6 (9781800901766)
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Aisha was a contributing author in the Stripes anthology for BAME writers, A Change is Gonna Come which was awarded a YA Book Prize Special Achievement Award. Aisha's debut novel A Pocketful of Stars was longlisted for the Carnegie medal and shortlisted for the Branford Boase award. Aisha's books are always full of heart and have a sprinkling of magic in them.