<p>“<i>The Magic of Found Objects</i> is wonderful fun! Maddie Dawson is such an engaging and charming writer.” <b>—Robyn Carr, #1 <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author</b></p><p>“With humor, tenderness, and some of the strongest female characters to ever grace a page, Maddie Dawson delivers with <i>The Magic of Found Objects</i>.” <b>—Karen Hawkins, <i>New York Times</i> and <i>USA Today</i> bestselling author of <i>The Book Charmer</i></b></p><p>“Written with loads of humor and heart, <i>The Magic of Found Objects</i> is a delightful, feel-good tale of friendship and marriage, motherhood and sacrifice, disillusionment and hope. Dawson takes the reader on a quest for the perfect life partner. Is it the kind, comfortable friend right in front of you, or does the universe have something more exciting in store? Maddie Dawson at her finest!” <b>—Amy Poeppel, author of <i>Musical Chairs</i></b></p><p>“<i>The Magic of Found Objects</i> by Maddie Dawson is a lovingly crafted and heartwarming story of friendship, family, and being true to oneself. The charming and quirky characters burrow into your heart and make you laugh, cry, and cheer. A thoughtful and joyful read, perfect for book clubs. Dawson wrote another winner!” <b>—Amy Sue Nathan, author of <i>The Last Bathing Beauty</i></b></p><p>“Dawson delivers her signature charm in <i>The Magic of Found Objects</i>. As Phronsie makes the decision of a lifetime, her free-spirited mother and practical, loving stepmother shape her ideas of life and love. Readers will long to slip inside the pages with these lovable characters written with flawless depth and a touch of sparkle. Dawson delivers a heartfelt read that stays with you long after the last page.” <b>—Rochelle Weinstein, <i>USA Today</i> bestselling author</b></p><p>“Thirtysomething public relations professional Phronsie Linnelle is ready for a family—so she just might marry her platonic, lifelong best friend. A witty and wonderful romp through the mind of an entertaining woman who wants it all and has the guts to go out and get it. Bestselling author Maddie Dawson at her absolute best. You will love this hilarious, heartwarming book.” <b>—Marilyn Simon Rothstein, author of <i>Husbands and Other Sharp Objects</i></b></p><p>“Maddie Dawson has a unique talent for telling a story that goes deep yet maintains a certain lightness throughout, at once giving readers an authentic human experience while making them still feel good about being human. <i>The Magic of Found Objects</i> is a warm, engaging novel that utterly charmed me. Don’t miss it.” <b>—Marybeth Mayhew Whalen, author of <i>This Secret Thing</i></b></p><p>“Maddie Dawson has hit another one out of the park with this charming tale about what happens when your head tells you to settle but your heart keeps whispering something else. Funny, poignant, and beautifully clear-eyed, <i>The Magic of Found Objects</i> is a delightfully grownup coming of age story, peopled with quirky, real-life characters who remind us that sometimes before we can open the door to the future, we must first open our hearts to the past.” <b>—Barbara Davis, bestselling author of <i>The Last of the Moon Girls</i></b></p>