Polly Diamond and the Magic Book - by Alice Kuipers

About the Book

First in a chapter book series. Polly loves words and writing stories. So when a magic book appears on her doorstep that can make everything she writes happen in real life, Polly is certain all of her dreams are about to come true. But she soon learns that what she writes and what she means are not always the same thing! Illustrations.

Book Synopsis

The hit chapter book, now in paperback!

Polly Diamond and the Magic Book is the first in a delightfully funny and magical chapter book series about a girl named Polly who loves words and writing stories.

When a magic book appears on Polly's doorstep that can make everything she writes happen in real life, she is certain all of her dreams are about to come true. However, Polly soon learns that what you write and what you mean are not always the same thing.

- The perfect mix of relatable and magical
bull; Inspires classroom writing activities, making it a great pick for teachers
- Wonderful for young readers who want to get hooked on a new series

Polly Diamond and the Magic Book is a Junior Library Guild selection and a Parents Magazine Best Children's Book of the Year.

"An enchanting adventure of magic and mishaps." -- Kirkus Reviews

- A great gift for parents, caregivers, teachers, librarians
- Perfect for fans of the Ivy + Bean, Amelia Bedelia, and Dory Fantasmagory series
- Add it to the shelf with books like Meet Yasmin! by Saadia Faruqi and Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters by Andrea Beaty

Review Quotes

"There's a lot to love about Polly's adventure... a fun read that's just right for young readers." --Common Sense Media

"A fast-paced story full of magic." - School Library Journal

"An enchanting adventure of magic and mishaps." -Kirkus Reviews

"This breezy series kickoff introduces a heroine with a delightfully outsize personality and celebrates the power of imagination and words." -Publishers Weekly

"Upbeat and lovable, Polly Diamond brings the magic of imagination to life." -Booklist, starred review

About the Author

Alice Kuipers is the author of 8 books for young adults and children that have been published in 34 countries. She lives in Canada.

Diana Toledano grew up in Madrid, where she studied art and art history. She lives in San Francisco.