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

"An enchanting adventure of magic and mishaps." --Kirkus Reviews
"Upbeat and lovable, Polly Diamond brings the magic of imagination to life." --Booklist, starred review

The first in a delightfully funny and magical chapter book series perfect for fans of Ivy + Bean, Amelia Bedelia, and Dory Fantasmagory!

Polly loves words. And she loves 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 you write and what you mean are not always the same thing!

Review Quotes

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

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

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

"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 4 novels and a picture book. Her work has been shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal and selected as a Bank Street College of Education Best Children's Book of the Year. She lives in Saskatoon, Canada.

Diana Toledano divides her time between working as a freelance illustrator and teaching in museums. She lives in San Francisco.