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Review: The Hyacinth Labyrinth by Jamie Pacton

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The Hyacinth Labyrinth by Jamie Pacton

The Hyacinth Labyrinth
Jamie Pacton
Peachtree Teen
Published June 2, 2026

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About The Hyacinth Labyrinth

A whimsical adventure full of magic, fantastical road trips, and a sapphic slow-burn, friends-to-lovers romance—for fans of Sorcery of Thorns and Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries.

All magic begins in stories. That’s what Fae princess Hyacinth has always been told. As the unmagical daughter of Queen Mab, Hyacinth has never fit in at her mother’s court. She hopes that if she learns about her father, who disappeared fifteen years ago, she can finally learn more about herself. 

When Hyacinth and her friend Chloe—a human stablehand trapped in Fae—sneak off to a riverside … Continue reading →

Review: Guardians of Dreamdark: Silksinger by Laini Taylor

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Guardians of Dreamdark: Silksinger by Laini Taylor

Guardians of Dreamdark: Silksinger
Laini Taylor
Amulet Books
Published September 22, 2026

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About Guardians of Dreamdark: Silksinger

From New York Times bestselling author Laini Taylor comes a new edition of her first cult favorite series, Guardians of Dreamdark, about a djinn-protector faerie and her quest to save her world.

Whisper Silksinger—the last of her clan—is on the run. As the guardian of the Azazel, one of the seven djinn who created the world, it’s Whisper’s sacred duty to keep him safe from the bloodthirsty devils hot on their trail.

The stakes couldn’t be higher, … Continue reading →

Review: Cursed Princess Club, Vol. 2 by LambCat

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Cursed Princess Club Volume 2 by LambCat

Cursed Princess Club, Vol. 2: A WEBTOON Unscrolled Graphic Novel
LambCat
WEBTOON Unscrolled
Published July 4, 2023

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About Cursed Princess Club, Vol. 2

Just because you’re cursed doesn’t mean you’re not special.

Gwendolyn, the youngest of the King’s three daughters, is living proof that princesses don’t always have it all. She isn’t like a typical fairy-tale princess, or other princesses in the Pastel Kingdom. Gwendolyn, with her big heart and love of baking, isn’t particularly attractive. Unlike her sisters who have woodland creatures do their hair and makeup, or … Continue reading →

Review: How to Talk to Your Succulent by Zoe Persico

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How to Talk to Your Succulent by Zoe Persico

How to Talk to Your Succulent
Zoe Persico
Tundra Books
Published April 1, 2025

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About How to Talk to Your Succulent

After the loss of her mother, Adara struggles to communicate with her family about her grief. When a sympathetic ear arises in an unlikely place, Adara can finally find her words — but can she find the time to listen? A stunning graphic novel for middle-grade readers about family, friendship and magic in unlikely places, for fans of The Witches of Brooklyn and Raina Telgemeier.

Eleven-year-old Adara and her dad … Continue reading →

Review: The Siren’s Kiss by Leslie Vedder

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The Siren's Kiss by Leslie Vedder

The Siren’s Kiss
Leslie Vedder
Abrams/Amulet
Published November 10, 2026

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About The Siren’s Kiss

Pirates of the Caribbean meets The Little Mermaid in this swashbuckling Sapphic fantasy!

Three years ago, Dead Shot Rayleigh laid hands on the legendary ruby the Siren’s Kiss andsuffered the wrath of the sea god, Red-Handed Roger.

Now bound as captain of his cursed ship, The Revenant, eighteen-year-old Rayleigh hatches a plan to win her freedom. Everyone knows that Red-Handed Roger’s heart was stolen by the Sea Witch. If she can get it back, she … Continue reading →

MMGM Review: Holidays at the Castle by Jessica Day George

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Holidays at the Castle by Jessica Day George

Holidays at the Castle (Tuesdays at the Castle #5.5)
Jessica Day George
Bloomsbury Children’s Books
Published September 22, 2026

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About Holidays at the Castle

In a special holiday addition to New York Times bestselling author Jessica Day George’s magical series, Celie celebrates winter in her beloved Castle!

After traveling to new lands and across seas, Celie is thrilled to be home at her beloved Castle for the winter holidays. From the delicious feasts and beautiful decorations to the gift exchanges and amazing magical displays, the holidays are the … Continue reading →