A Potion, a Powder, a Little Bit of Magic
Or, Like Lightning in an Umbrella Storm
Readers rate it 5.0 (1 on Hardcover)
Released 2026 · Neal Porter Books
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This is a whimsical, character-driven fantasy adventure from a respected children's author known for humor and heart. The story celebrates persistence, friendship, and creativity through a chaotic but warm quest narrative. The playful metafictional framing and gentle humor make it engaging without any concerning content, though the out-of-order structure may work best for readers comfortable with unconventional storytelling.
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A plucky goat keeper named Bernadette embarks on a chaotic quest to retrieve a runaway goat, and with help from a forgetful wizard and a Boat That Does Not Grant Wishes, in an out-of-order tale narrated by an author scrambling to finish it. A plucky goat keeper named Bernadette embarks on a chaotic quest to retrieve a runaway goat, and with help from a forgetful wizard and a Boat That Does Not Grant Wishes, in an out-of-order tale narrated by an author scrambling to finish it.
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- Strong Character Development
- Fantasy
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ISBN 9780823458097 · Neal Porter Books