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Cassidy Dwelis

    Cas is passionately devoted to storytelling, art, and creating their own worlds. Their goal is to write dreamy, unique, inspiring, and imaginative fiction for all ages. They aim to instill a sense of wonder in readers, exploring themes of coming of age, magic realism, identity, relationships, and bullying. Their books connect the fantastical with everyday life, intended for readers aged eight to twenty-five.

    Braidy von Althuis: And the Dastardly Djinn
    • "He should have known this would happen. Wishes in movies and books seemed to go bad, so why would this one be any different?" Ten-year-old Braidy von Althuis misses his family dearly. Ever since his father, his aunt, and his uncle went to look for Gran in Europe, the house has been quiet and lonely. Even worse, Braidy’s cousin Blockhead is miserable after a breakup. Braidy wishes more than anything that he could do something to make his cousin happy. His wish is granted by a mysterious djinni, but the wish does not solve all his problems. Something is wrong with Blockhead, and Braidy learns a dark secret about his family that changes everything he knew. Will Braidy and Blockhead be able to undo the djinni wish, or will Braidy spark a war that may change the world as he knows it? Braidy von Althuis and the Dastardly Djinn is a story about identity, self-worth, consent, and responsibility. This book is suitable for children aged 8 - 11.

      Braidy von Althuis: And the Dastardly Djinn