One night. Four wishes. A magical planet that won’t let them leave until they learn to be friends.
When four rivals from the same fourth-grade class are mysteriously transported to a magical world, they learn the hard truth: either work together or stay trapped forever.
Athletic Lyle, genius Percy, disabled Erica, and privileged Belle must battle bloodthirsty pirates on the open sea, a massive serpent in a dark forest, a ghost in haunted swamps, and a witch who rules the frozen mountains.
But every failure sends them back to the beginning. And with dragons waiting in their final trial, these kids will have to do the impossible: overcome their differences to work together… or be trapped in an endless loop of battles they can’t win alone.
The only way home is together... if their pride doesn’t destroy them first.
Q: What age is this book appropriate for?
A: While written for ages 9-13, advanced younger readers (8+) who enjoy fantasy adventures may also appreciate the story. The book features positive messages about friendship, self-worth, and working together.
Q: Is the content scary?
A: While the characters face challenges like pirates and dragons, the focus is on friendship, problem-solving, and teamwork rather than scary elements. The tone remains appropriate for middle-grade readers.
Q: How is vocabulary handled in the book?
A: Challenging words have footnote definitions for immediate understanding while reading. A complete Glossary in the back provides an excellent opportunity for vocabulary building. Parents and teachers might consider using these words for vocabulary cards or learning activities.
Q: Why are there weapons in a children's book?
A: The weapons in the story exist only in the Magical World where they're used safely as part of the fantasy adventure. The book includes a clear message in the Front Matter emphasizing that weapons in the real world are dangerous and should never be handled by children without proper adult supervision and guidance.
Q: How long is the book?
A: The book is 513 pages with 23 full-page illustrations. While this might seem long, the engaging story and illustrations keep young readers interested throughout the adventure.
Q: Which format should I choose?
A: The story is identical in all formats:
Q: Did you use AI in creating this book?
A: While writing The Adventure in the Magical World, I used AI as a research assistant to verify scientific concepts for Percy’s character and brainstorm some character names. This is similar to how authors traditionally use research assistants or consultants.
The story, characters, plot, dialogue, and all creative elements are entirely my own work. AI served only as a fact-checking tool to enhance technical accuracy, much like using an encyclopedia or consulting an expert.
Q: Why does the first illustration appear softer than the others?
A: This is an interesting effect of printing on cream paper! The first illustration contains more light elements, which create a gentler appearance when printed on cream-colored pages. It's similar to how watercolors look different on white versus cream paper. The subsequent illustrations, which feature more shadows and darker elements, maintain stronger contrast naturally on the cream paper.
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