Upside-Down Magic (Upside-down Magic #1)

Upside-Down Magic #1 by Sarah Mlynowski, Lauren Myracle & Emily Jenkins

What if your magic didn't work the way it was supposed to? Upside-Down Magic is a warm, funny, and heartfelt middle grade series from three beloved authors — Sarah Mlynowski, Lauren Myracle, and Emily Jenkins. Perfect for kids who feel a little different, a little quirky, and wonderfully themselves.

The Story

Nory can do magic — but not quite the way everyone else can. Instead of turning into one animal cleanly, she turns into bizarre combinations: part kitten, part skunk, part dragon. Her magic is upside-down. Sent to a special class for kids whose magic doesn't fit the mould, Nory discovers that being different might just be her greatest superpower.

Why Kids Love This Book

• 🦄 Wildly imaginative magic — animal transformations gone hilariously wrong make every page an adventure
• 💛 A powerful message of belonging — celebrating kids who don't fit in and finding your own kind of magic
• 😄 Funny, fast-paced, and full of heart — impossible to put down for middle grade readers
• 🎥 Now a Netflix Original Movie — a beloved story brought to life on screen

About the Series

The Upside-Down Magic series follows Nory and her friends through magical school adventures, each book packed with humour, friendship, and the courage to be yourself. A perfect series read from start to finish.

Perfect for fans of: Whatever After, Best Wishes, Harry Potter, and Matilda.

Recommended for ages 8–12 | Middle Grade Fiction | Magic & School | Friendship & Belonging