The Witch Who Couldn't Spell

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Larrikin House, Jun 30, 2026 - Juvenile Fiction - 32 pages

Wanda Spelled is a little witch with a BIG problem. At Spell Bright Academy, her magic is marvelous ... until her spelling slips.

Her disastrous spells cause a polar bear at the zoo to bare it all and creates a whale of a time in the classroom! Wanda's well-meaning mix-ups cause mayhem! But can working on her spelling teach her that mistakes can lead to confidence?

Full of fun, wordplay, and heart, The Witch Who Couldn't Spell celebrates the joy of learning, the fun of phonics, homophones, homonyms and the power of perseverance!

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About the author (2026)

Born on a Sunday, under an enchanted waning moon, Jess has always loved magic! She lives by the bay with her two wiggly boys, who are made of stories. After nearly two decades in Drama and English education, Jess has become a passionate advocate for early literacy. She shares her love of creative writing and performance with children of all ages, and believes the magic of reading begins with picture books!

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