Hollow Magic
$38.99
- Hardcover
240 pages
- Release Date
1 December 2026
Summary
Raised in the world of fey, seventeen-year-old Rosefinch has the ability to lift curses with nothing but a twist of her fingers. But Rosefinch is a witch, and magic in a witch left long enough in the fey realm becomes supercharged, painful to use, and potentially even dangerous.
Following a rumor that the village of Harp is home to a witch who might be able to help control her magic, Rosefinch discovers an ancient ruined castle with the inhabitants long gone; the only remaining soul a…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781250344816 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1250344816 |
| Author: | Mars Lauderbaugh |
| Publisher: | Feiwel and Friends |
| Imprint: | Feiwel and Friends |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 240 |
| Release Date: | 1 December 2026 |
| Weight: | 454g |
| Dimensions: | 154mm x 233mm |
| Audience Age: | 14 |
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Praise for Hollow Magic
“Hollow Magic is all bite, beauty, and enchantment–the kind of book that snaps its fingers and has you under its spell. Mars Lauderbaugh conjures a world that feels lush, dangerous, tender, and alive, with magic that crackles on the page and characters who make your heart do stupid, hopeful things. Sharp, swoony, and utterly bewitching!” -Aiden Thomas, New York Times-bestselling and award-winning author of Cemetery Boys
★ “Lauderbaugh weaves this story’s threads together with beautiful illustrations and rich, vibrant colors … This is a gorgeous debut, complete in a single volume, with added notes and worldbuilding. Highly recommended for YA collections.” -School Library Journal, starred review
“The worldbuilding is robust and full of potential… Lauderbaugh’s character design, rich colors, and linework are highly appealing … A satisfying story of found family and fey magic from an artist to watch.” -Kirkus
“A teenage witch seeking a way to tame her volatile magic finds more than she bargained for in Lauderbaugh’s enchanting debut … fans of magical found family narratives will find much to enjoy in this visually enticing tale.” -Publishers Weekly
“Lauderbaugh’s engaging adventure features art full of gorgeous softcolored backgrounds, glowing depictions of magical threads, and fantastical settings, all of which will pull in readers … Recommended for anyone looking for adventure, magic, new friends, and romance.” -Booklist
“An effortlessly diverse and welcoming space … an irresistible place to spend some time.” -BCCB
“Sweeping and heartfelt, Hollow Magic blends Lauderbaugh’s irresistible illustrations and storytelling into a stunning debut! Readers will treasure this delightfully queer fable, complete with memorable friendships, immersive worldbuilding, and a tender romance. If you’re looking for an enchanting read, this book puts the “witch” in “bewitching!”” -Venessa Vida Kelley, USA Today Bestselling author-illustrator of When the Tides Held the Moon
“Lauderbaugh’s beautiful color palette, whimsical world-building, and tender character dynamics pulled me into the fantastical world of Harp and hooked me until the end. A gorgeously illustrated and unabashedly queer addition to the romantasy genre.” -Michelle Jing Chan, author-illustrator of Somewhere in the Gray
“Sweet, introspective, and unapologetically queer, Hollow Magic brings us into a delicate high fantasy world with all the charm of a classic fairy tale.” -Ren Strapp, comic artist & author-illustrator of How Could You
Mars Lauderbaugh
Mars Lauderbaugh is a nonbinary artist located in the Pacific Northwest working primarily on book covers, character design, and comics. They’ll never say no to drawing space, trans & queer rep, or unreasonably detailed swords.
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