First Second Small Magics: A Graphic Novel
First Second Small Magics: A Graphic Novel

Small Magics: A Graphic Novel

By Emily Tetri

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Publication Date: September 22, 2026

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Ages 8 to 12

A young girl uncovers the "small magics" of her aunts' island home, where dogs talk and the wind blows your way if you say "please," in this stunning middle grade graphic novel from the Geisel Honor creator of Tiger vs. Nightmare. Perfect for fans of The Moth Keeper.

Sara is ready to have the best summer ever. So what if her family is moving in the fall, and the thought of starting at a new school fills her with dread? So what if all of her friends are having a blast at camp without her? And so what if she’s spending her vacation on a tiny island in the middle of nowhere, miles away from any other kids?

At least it’s a magical island.

The moment Sara steps foot on it, she begins to discover the “small magics” that make life on the island an endlessly surprising adventure. From talking animals to trees that move aside if you ask politely, this island is full of impossible, wondrous things. And while there might not be any other kids around, Sara is quick to befriend her aunts’ two rescue dogs, Whatareyoueatingnonono and Sitstaygooddog (they named themselves).

This charming and visually stunning graphic novel evokes the whimsical, atmospheric storytelling of Hayao Miyazaki and Tove Jansson.

About the Author

Emily Tetri grew up in St. Louis, Missouri, where her childhood was mostly spent drawing, making up stories, and running feral outdoors. She majored in animation at the University of Southern California. She would later work as a visual development and background artist for studios including Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, and Dreamworks. She currently lives in Los Angeles where she draws and makes up stories for a living, but continues to run around outdoors with her dogs every chance she gets. She is the author of the Geisel Honor–winning graphic novel Tiger vs. Nightmare.

Format: Paperback - with flaps

Pages: 256

Publisher: First Second

Publication Date: September 22, 2026

ISBN: 9781250855640

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