About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is navigating the complex transition from childhood play to adolescent identity, or when they feel like they are being left behind as friends change. It is an ideal choice for a middle grader who feels like an outsider or is beginning to explore their first crush. Beetle and the Hollowbones follows a young goblin witch who must balance her magic training with the complicated feelings of seeing her former best friend become a popular, albeit mean, socialite. The story beautifully weaves themes of self-acceptance and loyalty into a vibrant fantasy world. While the setting is spooky with ghosts and skeletons, the emotional core is deeply grounded in the real-world experience of finding one's voice. It is a warm, inclusive, and visually stunning guide for any kid learning that being themselves is their greatest superpower.
