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Leila, the Perfect Witch by Flavia Z. Drago
In this charming picture book from the author-illustrator of Gustavo, The Shy Ghost, a witch who is spellbindingly good at everything discovers that baking is no piece of cake.
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Leila, the Perfect Witch by Flavia Z. Drago
In this charming picture book from the author-illustrator of Gustavo, The Shy Ghost, a witch who is spellbindingly good at everything discovers that baking is no piece of cake.
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In this charming picture book from the creator of the
#1 New York Times bestseller Gustavo, the Shy Ghost, a witch who is
spellbindingly good at everything discovers that baking is no piece of cake.
Leila Wayward is a little witch who excels at
everything she does. She’s the fastest flier, the
most cunning conjurer, and the most superb
shape-shifter. She has won trophies for potions,
herbology, and alchemy—and now she dreams
of winning the Magnificent Witchy Cake-off!
As the youngest in a long line of masters of the
Dark Arts of Patisserie, Leila wants her entry to
be perfect. But even with the most bewitching
of recipes, she realizes a terrible truth: she’s a
disaster in the kitchen. Luckily, Leila has three
magical sisters who are happy to share their
culinary secrets with her. What’s more, Leila
discovers that baking with them is fun! Win or
lose, she has already tasted the sweetest thing of
all: acceptance—with a pinch of nightshade and
a bit of mandrake. Filled with expressive and
fancifully offbeat illustrations, Flavia Z. Drago’s
enchanting story of trying your hardest despite
your imperfections is sure to delight little
witches and novice bakers alike. Leila, the Perfect Witch Leila, la brujita perfecta
ON SALE JULY 12, 2022
Also English HC: 978-1-5362-2050-6
available in Spanish HC: 978-1-5362-2538-9
Spanish $17.99 ($23.99 CAN)
Ages 3–7 40 pages
Also available as e-books
Illustrations copyright © 2022 by Flavia Z. Drago
COMING JUNE 14, 2022, FROM FLAVIA Z. DRAGO
Colorful illustrations, rhyming text, and a sturdy feel make these two new board
books from the creator of the #1 New York Times bestseller Gustavo, the Shy Ghost
the perfect gifts for a new arrival or stylish additions to a toddler’s library.
Monsters Play . . . Counting! Monsters Play . . . Peekaboo!
BB: 978-1-5362-2052-0 $8.99 ($11.99 CAN) BB: 978-1-5362-2053-7 $8.99 ($11.99 CAN)
Ages 0–3 24 pages Ages 0–3 18 pages
Run like a monster! Lift the sheets if you dare.
Run like Pete. Who is hiding under there?
Pete has SEVEN feet Will you say eek? Or will you say oooh?
for racing down the street. Eek-a-peek-a peekaboo!
Count from one to ten with these funny, Hidden beneath seven flaps, seven silly monsters are
flamboyant monsters! As children peruse one waiting to be discovered. Arr-wooo! It’s Willow, the hairy
tongue, two ears, three eyes, and more, they may werewolf. Clackety-clack! That must be Mr. Bones, the
be inspired to swing, build, flutter, drum, and handsome skeleton. With this interactive board book full
learn the names for different body parts, too. of surprises, little ones will love imitating the noises and
lifting the flaps—and of course shouting PEEKABOO !
Illustration copyright © 2022 by Flavia Z. Drago
MORE FROM FLAVIA Z. DRAGO
Also available in Spanish
Gustavo, el fantasmita tímido
HC: 978-1-5362-1414-7 $17.99 ($23.99 CAN)
Ages 3–7 40 pages
Also available as an e-book
A Bank Street College Best Spanish Language
Picture Book of the Year
Gustavo, the Shy Ghost An International Latino Book Awards
HC: 978-1-5362-1114-6 $17.99 ($23.99 CAN) Silver Medal Winner
Ages 3–7 40 pages
Also available as an e-book
FLAVIA Z. DRAGO
A #1 New York Times Bestseller was born and raised
A USA Today Bestseller in Mexico City. As
a child, she wanted
Photo by Flavia Z. Drago
A Klaus Flugge Prize Winner
to be a mermaid.
An International Latino Book Awards Silver Medal Winner
When that didn’t
happen, she began
Praise for Gustavo, the Shy Ghost
her career as a
“A cute ghost named Gustavo learns to overcome social graphic designer and a children’s book
anxiety in this sweet tale. . . . This is a debut novel from Drago, illustrator. She is the author-illustrator of
the #1 New York Times bestseller Gustavo,
a Mexican author and illustrator, and she deftly weaves in
the Shy Ghost. She loves color, textures,
cultural references.” —School Library Journal (starred review)
and shapes and enjoys creating them with
“Iconic images of Mexican culture cleverly pepper the different materials and a bit of digital
sorcery. Flavia Z. Drago lives in Mexico.
scenery. With the papel picado banners, panes de muerto, and
Visit her online at flaviazdrago.com or
Catrinas, Drago provides a festive environment for Gustavo’s
follow her on Instagram @flavia_zdrago,
laments. . . . This ghostly tale proves that Facebook @flaviazdrago, or Twitter @Diafla.
anyone can have a happily-ever-after.”
—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
“This heartwarming story about
bravely taking the first step toward
friendship is wonderful for little
listeners year-round.” —Booklist
“A great life lesson for everyone—
no matter the season.” —Country Living
