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Julie Abe has lived in Silicon Valley, spent many humid summers in Japan, and currently basks in the sunshine of Southern California with never enough books or tea, where she creates stories about magical adventures. She is the author of Eva Evergreen, Semi-Magical Witch and the sequel, Eva Evergreen and the Cursed Witch. Visit her online at www.julieabebooks.com.
Julie Abe has created an intriguing, flawed character.--School Library Connection I read this with a smile on my face. Abe's debut is whimsical and enchanting, with a heartwarming story of family and friendship at its core. Magic wands and flamefoxes abound, and readers of all ages will fall in love with Eva's bravery and determination. A delightful fantasy -- I finished wishing I could grab a broomstick and fly into Eva's world!--Elizabeth Lim, author of Spin the Dawn Eva Evergreen's journey unfurled before my eyes like a Miyazaki film, lush and mesmerizing. I cheered for Eva every step of the way, and hope to get to spend time with her on the next leg of her journey. (And I really want a flamefox!)--p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 13.0px Georgia}span.s1 {font-kerning: none}Debbi Michiko Florence, author of the Jasmine Toguchi series and Keep It Together, Keiko Carter Eva Evergreen shines in this high-flying, page-turning, and wonderfully heartwarming adventure! Readers will cheer as Eva discovers that friendship, community, and courage have a special magic of their own.--p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 13.0px Georgia}span.s1 {font-kerning: none}Temre Beltz, author of The Tragical Tale of Birdie Bloom Eva Evergreen sparkles with magical whimsy that will remind readers of Kiki's Delivery Service! With a delightful cast of characters, Abe creates a rich world filled with intrigue, friendship, and of course magic. Eva is a charming, sometimes bumbling, but always well-intentioned Novice Witch who will have readers rooting for her from page one!--Kat Cho, author of Wicked Fox *Abe creates adazzling, magical world with well-developed characters, relationships, and challenges. Bewitching -- a must-read for fantasy lovers.--Kirkus, starred review Praise for Eva Evergreen, Semi-Magical Witch: Magical. Reading along as Eva tries her hardest to do good with the gifts she has -- no matter how small -- is inspiring and wondrous. Friendship, family, and flamefoxes! A magical story with the most relatable hero ever. Following Eva's story is truly a joy.--Sean Easley, author of The Hotel Between
