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Sir Callie and the Champions of Helston

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Sir Callie and the Champions of Helston follows Callie, a determined young knight, as they embark on an exciting journey to defy traditional roles and prove their mettle in a kingdom where expectations are restrictive. This adventure brims with themes of courage, identity, and friendship as Callie challenges the status quo and aims to become a champion, regardless of any obstacles. It’s a captivating tale of self-discovery and the pursuit of dreams.
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This book may appeal to you if you're enchanted by tales of magic, bravery, and friendship, all wrapped up in an exciting adventure. Set in a world where dreams and identity are as important as courage, young readers can enjoy a story that challenges traditional roles and celebrates being true to oneself. It's perfect for those who love spirited heroes, magical quests, and a touch of humour.

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Sir Callie and the Champions of Helston

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In a magical medieval world filled with dragons, shape-shifters, and witches, a twelve-year-old nonbinary hopeful knight battles for the heart of their kingdom. This USA Today bestselling series explores identity and gender amid sword fights and magic, and proves anyone can be a hero.

"These heroes come in all shapes and skills—I cheered for them throughout their exciting journey." -#1 New York Times bestselling author Tamora Pierce

When their ex-hero dad is summoned back to the royal capital of Helston to train a hopeless crown prince, Callie lunges at the opportunity to finally prove themself worthy to the kingdom's "great and powerful."

Except the intolerant great and powerful look at nonbinary Callie and only see girl. But Callie has always known exactly what they want to be, and they're not about to let anything stand in their way.

Trapped in Helston's rigid hierarchy where girls learn magic and boys train as knights, Callie discovers they aren't alone—there's Elowen, the chancellor's brilliant daughter, whose unparalleled power is being stifled; Edwyn, Elowen's twin brother desperate to win his father's approval; and Willow, the crown prince who was never meant to be king.

In this start to an epic series packed with action, humour, and heart, Callie and their new friends quickly find themselves embedded in an ancient war—and their only hope to defeat the threats outside the kingdom lies in first defeating the bigotry within.

"Everything you could possibly want from a middle grade fantasy." -The Nerd Daily

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Sir Callie and the Champions of Helston by Esme Symes-Smith has received highly positive reviews, being praised as a top choice for young readers. Critics commend the book for its blend of bravery, emotional depth, and inclusivity, highlighting the endearing and resilient hero, Callie. The narrative is celebrated for its engaging adventure and its impact as both a story and a meaningful reflection on identity and self-discovery, making it a standout debut in children's fantasy literature.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780593485804

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 August 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Random House Inc

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 416

About the Author

After cutting their teeth on a steady diet of fan fiction in the Southwest of England, Esme Symes-Smith wandered north to Wales for their degree in literature and creative writing, then promptly migrated to Missouri after meeting their wife on Tumblr. Esme has been a ghostwriter, an editor, a frozen-yogurt seller, and a caffeine purveyor. They now wrangle preschoolers for a living and have a severe tea problem. twitter- @EsmeSymesSmith instagram- ez_symes_smith

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