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Suitcase S(witch)

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In Suitcase S(witch) by Aisha Bushby, readers embark on an enchanting adventure where two young girls, who lead very different lives, mysteriously swap suitcases at the airport. This accident sets off a chain of magical events that teaches them significant lessons about friendship, courage, and self-discovery as they experience each other's worlds. The story beautifully weaves themes of empathy and understanding, perfect for young readers.
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Suitcase S(witch)

An accidental luggage swap with a witch conjures a series of mishaps for Zahra in thischarming magical adventure from acclaimed children's author Aisha Bushby.

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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?

Suitcase S(witch) is particularly suitable for readers aged 7+ with a reading age of 7.

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Suitcase S(witch) is a humorous and light-hearted children’s book that explores themes of magic, friendship, and self-confidence. Reviewers appreciate its charming and captivating narrative infused with fantasy and fun, complemented by vibrant illustrations. The story is praised for its top-class storytelling and the valuable message about overcoming fears and insecurities.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800901766

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Barrington Stoke Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Coralie Muce

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 120g

Pages: 72

About the Author

Aisha Bushby is a writer who combines heartbreaking emotional stories and unforgettable characters with a sprinkling of magic. She was selected as one of only four previously unpublished authors in the Stripes anthology, A Change is Gonna Come, alongside writers such as Patrice Lawrence, Tanya Byrne and Nikesh Shukla. The anthology was awarded a YA Book Prize Special Achievement Award. Her debut novel, A Pocketful of Stars (2019), was nominated for the Carnegie Medal and the Branford Boase and described as 'poignant and atmospheric' by the Guardian. Her second novel Moonchild: Voyage of the Lost and Found (2020), is the first in a new series of magical fantasy adventures, inspired by The Arabian Nights. You can follow her on Twitter @aishabushby.

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