I received an electronic ARC from Quarto Publishing Group – Frances Lincoln Children's Books through NetGalley.
The latest in Blue's Once Upon... series.
Moira is discouraged when she compares her abilities to her best friend, Lilly's. Lilly is able to use her magic powers easily while Moira struggles and is afraid to try using hers. She is worried her spells and potions won't come out right. Even on Relic Day, she is disappointed by getting an old broom. It's only when she asks Lilly how she does her magic, that she learns everyone struggles and no one is perfect at it. Love the message to believe in yourself and let go of perfection. The artwork is lovely and well worth studying while reading.

This book is so cute and has a great moral. The illustrations are beautiful and bright, emotive and entrancing. The story feels as though it was written for the illustrations.

This is a beautiful story about the power of believing and dreams. The illustrations were gorgeous and the premise behind the story was so sweet. It teaches children not to give up and that sometimes things aren’t normal. A beautiful story with beautiful illustrations.

I received a digital copy of Once Upon a Witch in exchange for an honest and thoughtful review.

Once upon a broom is a magical and heartwarming tale of self-confidence and friendship. This picture book expertly marries dazzling artwork with a profound, touching narrative, resulting in an experience that is as visually stunning as it is emotionally rewarding.

What immediately catches the eye are the illustrations - a dazzling blend of color and artistry that gives "Once Upon a Broom" its mesmerizing charm. Each page is brimming with detail, bringing the story to life in a unique and alluring manner. There's a distinct magnetism to the illustrations that pulls readers of all ages into the richly imagined world of the book. I immediately searched the author/illustrator to seek out more their work.

The story shines brightly as an advocate of essential social-emotional skills, fostering an understanding of friendship and self-confidence. It was lovely to see the bond between two friends, Lily and Moira, and how they support one another. My five-year-old daughter greatly enjoyed this book, and it is sure to become a regular go-to for our bedtime stories.

Review to come closer to the release day, probably late July.

I received this book from Netgalley/the publisher in exchange of an honest review~

Almost 3 years ago I read Once Upon a Dragon's Fire and was totally mesmerised. I needed more. And so when I spotted this one up on Netgalley? That gorgeous cover just entrancing me? I clicked request and was granted access to the book! I couldn't wait to read about magic, witches, and more.

In this gorgeous book we meet two witches, Moira and Lilly. Two very different witches. Lilly is able to do everything, everything comes to her with ease... but Moira? Moira is shy, things don't always seem to work for her and we see how she struggles with that and at times also feels very lonely. I could definitely understand her feelings. Haven't we all had people in our lives who seem to have everything perfectly in order, never a problem. I could relate to Moira.

I loved the Relics and how each witch got something that matches with them. That is also why, when Moira wasn't too happy about her broom, I knew there was still something special about it even if she didn't see that so clearly and even when things didn't show themselves as magical. I could understand her struggles though. Everyone else's relics seem so pretty and they seem to work so well for them. And here is Moira. Struggling. Breaking the broom even.

I am glad that, despite all the issues Moira had and how frustrated/lonely she was, she confided in Lilly. Didn't harbour too much jealousy, instead sought her out. Asked her for advice. I loved that and I was cheering for Moira. And eager to find out if she would take that advice to heart and what would be next!

I loved what happens next and it just made me smile and maybe cry a bit because I was so happy. Plus, the message at the ending was just so perfect and so on point. Something that I really need to hear at times. Or in this case, need to read at times.

The art, absolutely stunning once again. Full of magic, colours, and gorgeous designs and details. I will definitely be flipping through this book again to soak up more of the illustrations.

And I will also have to buy this book for my collection. Because it is gorgeous, relatable (even if I am no witch), stunning, and has a wonderful message. I would highly recommend it!

I didn’t know that the Once upon series existed, but let me tell you, after reading this one I’m going to try and read the rest.
Once upon a witch’s broom is a charming story for the little ones about how special and magical it is being oneself, with our imperfections and our rarities. Apart from this, the drawings and pictures are absolutely stunning. I think I’m in love with this author’s style know.

This was the cutest!! I loved it. Such a sweet story about loving yourself. The moral is that your superpower is just being you and I loved that. It also teaches some good coping skills. I will go back to this one!

I have to say this was a gorgeous story. The illustrations were unbelievably detailed and beautiful, and I absolutely fell in love with them.
The story itself was beautiful and powerful, teaching the importance of accepting and loving yourself.
A must-read for kids and their parents!

From the end pages with the beautiful swirling colours and happy little frogs I knew this would be a magical book, and it certainly was! Once Upon a Witches Broom is full of beautiful eye catching illustrations that dance off the page and fill your imagination. It was such a heartfelt story with a strong message about letting go of perfection and being yourself, but written in a way that makes you hopeful, inspired and encouraged. It's a perfect book to help kids understand that it's ok to not be great at everything, and that if they believe in what makes their own heart sing they can achieve so much.

This story is an adorable story about friendship and learning that being yourself is enough.

I fell in love with the drawing style and the beautiful colors.

I highly recommend this for little fans of witches and beautiful and short picture books!

Thank you to Netgalley for this EARC!

This children’s book is a powerful piece on accepting yourself and learning to harness your own magic to find purpose and happiness. It’s beautifully illustrated, whimsical aplenty and entertaining. Highly recommended!

Lovely and uplifting. This book is a good resource for teaching children about patience, self-worth and the happiness that comes from being true to yourself.

"...to remind them that everyone is important, and that nothing needs to be perfect."
It's about Lily and Moira, little witches who are different. Lily is known as a clever little witch, while Moira is the opposite. When she got a gift one day, Moira was sad why she got an old broom. Never mind feeling insecure with Lily, she was even sadder because of the broom present. These stories help children love themselves, be themselves, and appreciate what they have.
A heartwarming story with detailed and adorable illustrations. 💙

Thank you so much to Quarto Publishing/ Frances Lincoln and Netgalley for the ebook to read and review.

Moria and Lilly are both witches, but Moria is not so good at making potions or saying spells, so she shy’s away from trying. Then the big day of relics arrive and Moria feels let down her is no good, just an old broom, she can’t see the magic within.

So sweet and I loved that Moira had a really big element of magic in the end. I loved the illustrations when I first opened the book to the first page of the story I found myself diving into the illustrations before reading, there was so many little things and it was captivating, the illustrations really captured me the whole time so stunning.

The story itself was magical, literally, I really loved that Lilly was always so supportive, she found magic came easy and Moria didn’t, but she believed Moira would find hers and the was there to celebrate with her, to encourage her when she found it. I really loved that sweet relationship between them.

It was cute seeing a good glimpse at the other witches with their relics, each one so different having different forms of magic. This is such a sweet book, it’s one that children would love to hear, it’s magical, is beautiful, the story is sweet and has great elements within it.

Oh my gosh, I think I've found my new favorite children's fiction. This book was so good. A heartwarming and inspiring message? Witches tale? Gorgeous illustrations? All of them are available here. I particularly appreciate how it emphasizes self-acceptance and self-love as well as companionship. I would certainly like to read more works from this author.

Thanks a lot to Netgalley and Quarto Publishing Group – Frances Lincoln Children's Books for this ARC.

A sweet and charming story about magic and friendship. Every which gets a special relic that will help them come into their magic. Moira wants nothing more than to finally get hers, but when she does get her relic for some reason it just isn’t working. She’ll have to learn to believe in herself to make her magic come to life. This was such a sweet read and the artwork was so cute!

*Thanks Netgalley and Quarto Publishing Group – Frances Lincoln Children's Books, Frances Lincoln Children's Books*

So exciting. This is an amazing project with an amazing story.
First of all: stunning artwork from Beatrice Blue as always with her detailed scenes and composition. I always loved her art and character design.

Second: witches.
The story focuses mainly on two witches but we can see others. They all get their relics and powers but Moira and her self-doubt gets a common old broom. I just can't resist a wonderful story of a witch finding her inner strength, to believe in her own magic.

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for the opportunity to give my honest review.

The overall message of this book was inspiring, and something that every kid needs to hear. More importantly, the illustrations brought the magical world to life. I felt transported to another place while reading.

I got this on Netgalley in exchange for an honest review!

omg I love this book SO SO SO MUCH!!! Self-Acceptance, Self-Love, magic and friendship???? AMAZING!!!
I think everyone should read this one!

Also: the art is so beautiful and I want art from this artist in my house!

What a sweet story about a little witch named Moira, who isn't quite the witch she wants to be so she's hoping her relic can help her. However, when Moira gets her relic and feels it's not "as good" as her friends' relic, she feels like giving up. Can Moira find the power to believe in herself and her ability as a witch? I will 100% read this to my kiddos!

Thanks NetGalley for the ARC!