Reviews have started coming in for Heartlander Roderick Townley’s newest middle-grade novel A BITTER MAGIC!

• “Plenty of magic, a touch of romance, and an appealing heroine.” – Kirkus Reviews

• “A magical adventure with a fascinating setting that will please most middle graders looking for spooky fantasy.” – School Library Journal

• “Cisley is an immensely likable heroine who will attract readers.” – Booklist

Come celebrate with Roderick at one of these upcoming events:

1. KC LAUNCH PARTY: Saturday, November 14, 2pm, at the Leawood Pioneer Library (4700 Town Center Drive, Overland Park, KS, 913-826-4624).

2. Lawrence LAUNCH PARTY: Monday, November 16, 6:30pm, at the Lawrence Public Library (707 Vermont, Lawrence, KS, 785-843-3833).

3. Tallgrass Creek Book Club (public welcome): Tuesday, November 17 at 2pm, at Tallgrass Creek (13800 Metcalf, Overland Park, KS, 913-945-2000).

See more about the book here: www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/223951/a-bitter-magic-by-roderick-townley.