Emma and the Love Spell

Description: Witchlings meets The Parent Trap in this contemporary middle grade fantasy about a girl who tries to use her fickle witchy powers to keep the parents of her best friend (and long time crush!) together so Avangeline won't have to move away.

Review Quotes:

"Both heartwarming and hilarious! This lovely story about embracing your own unique identity is not to be missed!" --Ellen Oh, author of Finding Junie Kim and cofounder of We Need Diverse Books

"Reading this book feels like talking to your funny, honest best friend. Ireland has a way of making Emma's experiences-whether they be sad, embarrassing, scary, or wondrous-totally relatable. I loved this book." --Misa Sugiura, author of Momo Arashima Steals the Sword of the Wind and It's Not Like It's a Secret

"A whimsical delight of a story so magical that it feels like it cast a spell on me. Emma and the Love Spell is sure to charm readers who will adore plucky Emma; her best friend Avangeline; and of course, Persimmon, the sassy, talking cat." --Julie Abe, author of the Eva Evergreen and Tessa Miyata series

"In the completely enchanting Emma and the Love Spell, Meredith Ireland weaves a delightful story of best friendship, first crushes, and the life-changing magic of coming into your powers-whatever they may be. A wonderful read." --Anne Ursu, author of The Troubled Girls of Dragomir Academy

"At once tender and spunky, Emma and the Love Spell is a spirited reminder that we contain multitudes and anything is possible when we embrace that truth-even a little bit of magic." --Sarah Suk, author of The Space between Here & Now and Made in Korea

"Magic abounds in this cheery tale by Ireland, who employs fast pacing, good humor, and tons of heart to adeptly convey one queer tween's struggle to navigate her feelings and desires." --Publishers Weekly

"This sweet story touches on self-identity, belonging, and otherness in an accessible way. Ireland's character development is sophisticated yet approachable, much like Kelly Yang's Front Desk. Readers of all ages will appreciate Emma's journey of self-discovery in this fast-paced fantasy." --School Library Journal, starred review

"With plenty of relatable depth and wide appeal, this is a stellar pick." --Booklist

"A satisfying story of emotional growth that will leave readers hoping for more magical adventures." --Kirkus Reviews