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@gregmorosoff.bsky.socialOct 17, 2026, 3:16 AM

The Littlest Witch
Written by Jeanne Massey
Illustrated by Adrienne Adams
1st Published January 1 1959 by Alfred A. Knopf
32 Pages, Hardcover

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The Littlest Witch Written by Jeanne Massey Illustrated by Adrienne Adams 1st Published January 1 1959 by Alfred A. Knopf 32 Pages, Hardcover The littlest witch tries to hide the fact that she is good, but it shines through her actionsThe Littlest Witch Written by Jeanne Massey Illustrated by Adrienne Adams 1st Published January 1 1959 by Alfred A. Knopf 32 Pages, Hardcover The littlest witch tries to hide the fact that she is good, but it shines through her actionsThe Littlest Witch Written by Jeanne Massey Illustrated by Adrienne Adams 1st Published January 1 1959 by Alfred A. Knopf 32 Pages, Hardcover The littlest witch tries to hide the fact that she is good, but it shines through her actionsThe Littlest Witch Written by Jeanne Massey Illustrated by Adrienne Adams 1st Published January 1 1959 by Alfred A. Knopf 32 Pages, Hardcover The littlest witch tries to hide the fact that she is good, but it shines through her actions
@gregmorosoff.bsky.socialOct 17, 2026, 3:16 AM

The Littlest Witch
Written by Jeanne Massey
Illustrated by Adrienne Adams
1st Published January 1 1959 by Alfred A. Knopf
32 Pages, Hardcover

This is a fabulous little book with wonderful illustrations.
A must have for any good children's book library

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#SpookySeason

The Littlest Witch Written by Jeanne Massey Illustrated by Adrienne Adams 1st Published January 1 1959 by Alfred A. Knopf 32 Pages, Hardcover The littlest witch tries to hide the fact that she is good, but it shines through her actionsThe Littlest Witch Written by Jeanne Massey Illustrated by Adrienne Adams 1st Published January 1 1959 by Alfred A. Knopf 32 Pages, Hardcover The littlest witch tries to hide the fact that she is good, but it shines through her actionsThe Littlest Witch Written by Jeanne Massey Illustrated by Adrienne Adams 1st Published January 1 1959 by Alfred A. Knopf 32 Pages, Hardcover The littlest witch tries to hide the fact that she is good, but it shines through her actionsThe Littlest Witch Written by Jeanne Massey Illustrated by Adrienne Adams 1st Published January 1 1959 by Alfred A. Knopf 32 Pages, Hardcover The littlest witch tries to hide the fact that she is good, but it shines through her actions
@gregmorosoff.bsky.socialOct 17, 2026, 3:16 AM

The Littlest Witch
Written by Jeanne Massey
Illustrated by Adrienne Adams
1st Published January 1 1959 by Alfred A. Knopf
32 Pages, Hardcover

Newer children's books shy away from most things that may be scary. This one does not.
Really cute!

Small synopsis in the alt-text

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The Littlest Witch Written by Jeanne Massey Illustrated by Adrienne Adams 1st Published January 1 1959 by Alfred A. Knopf 32 Pages, Hardcover The littlest witch tries to hide the fact that she is good, but it shines through her actionsThe Littlest Witch Written by Jeanne Massey Illustrated by Adrienne Adams 1st Published January 1 1959 by Alfred A. Knopf 32 Pages, Hardcover The littlest witch tries to hide the fact that she is good, but it shines through her actions
@gregmorosoff.bsky.socialOct 14, 2026, 5:29 AM

These men really outdid themselves with this new, little, spooktacular gem.

Photo 1:
John Dougherty

Photo 2:
Matt Schu

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John DoughertyMatt Schu
@gregmorosoff.bsky.socialOct 14, 2026, 5:29 AM

Something in the Darkness
Written by John Dougherty
Illustrated by Matt Schu
September 22, 2026 by Post Wave
40 pages, Hardcover
Ages 5 and up

Spooky enough to be fun; but, fun enough to not be scary.

Images courtesy of Post Wave Publishing.

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Something in the Darkness Written by John Dougherty Illustrated by Matt Schu September 22, 2026 by Post Wave 40 pages, Hardcover Ages 5 and up A Halloween treat from an award-winning author, this spine-tingling tale brims with eerie suspense and a powerful sometimes what frightens us most in the dark is less fearsome in the light. As night falls and strange whispers seem to follow your every step, the question lingers – what’s out there in the dark? Packed with suspense, this unputdownable story will keep young readers on the edge of their seats, eventually revealing that some things are more frightening in the darkness than they are in the light. A must-have picture book for families who are looking for a thrilling tale this spooky season. SUSPENSEFUL AND As readers move through the book with the narrator, suspense builds on every page, keeping readers captivated until the very funny twist at the end! STRIKING ART AND AN AWARD-WINNING Stunning illustrations in a limited color palette bring to life the story from a celebrated author. REASSURING The dark proves to be not very scary at all in this slightly spooky tale.Something in the Darkness Written by John Dougherty Illustrated by Matt Schu September 22, 2026 by Post Wave 40 pages, Hardcover Ages 5 and up A Halloween treat from an award-winning author, this spine-tingling tale brims with eerie suspense and a powerful sometimes what frightens us most in the dark is less fearsome in the light. As night falls and strange whispers seem to follow your every step, the question lingers – what’s out there in the dark? Packed with suspense, this unputdownable story will keep young readers on the edge of their seats, eventually revealing that some things are more frightening in the darkness than they are in the light. A must-have picture book for families who are looking for a thrilling tale this spooky season. SUSPENSEFUL AND As readers move through the book with the narrator, suspense builds on every page, keeping readers captivated until the very funny twist at the end! STRIKING ART AND AN AWARD-WINNING Stunning illustrations in a limited color palette bring to life the story from a celebrated author. REASSURING The dark proves to be not very scary at all in this slightly spooky tale.Something in the Darkness Written by John Dougherty Illustrated by Matt Schu September 22, 2026 by Post Wave 40 pages, Hardcover Ages 5 and up A Halloween treat from an award-winning author, this spine-tingling tale brims with eerie suspense and a powerful sometimes what frightens us most in the dark is less fearsome in the light. As night falls and strange whispers seem to follow your every step, the question lingers – what’s out there in the dark? Packed with suspense, this unputdownable story will keep young readers on the edge of their seats, eventually revealing that some things are more frightening in the darkness than they are in the light. A must-have picture book for families who are looking for a thrilling tale this spooky season. SUSPENSEFUL AND As readers move through the book with the narrator, suspense builds on every page, keeping readers captivated until the very funny twist at the end! STRIKING ART AND AN AWARD-WINNING Stunning illustrations in a limited color palette bring to life the story from a celebrated author. REASSURING The dark proves to be not very scary at all in this slightly spooky tale.
@gregmorosoff.bsky.socialOct 14, 2026, 5:29 AM

Something in the Darkness
Written by John Dougherty
Illustrated by Matt Schu
September 22, 2026 by Post Wave
40 pages, Hardcover
Ages 5 and up

Great read aloud story; and, fabulous illustrations from Matt Schu.
Really wonderful new book.

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#SpookySeason

Something in the Darkness Written by John Dougherty Illustrated by Matt Schu September 22, 2026 by Post Wave 40 pages, Hardcover Ages 5 and up A Halloween treat from an award-winning author, this spine-tingling tale brims with eerie suspense and a powerful sometimes what frightens us most in the dark is less fearsome in the light. As night falls and strange whispers seem to follow your every step, the question lingers – what’s out there in the dark? Packed with suspense, this unputdownable story will keep young readers on the edge of their seats, eventually revealing that some things are more frightening in the darkness than they are in the light. A must-have picture book for families who are looking for a thrilling tale this spooky season. SUSPENSEFUL AND As readers move through the book with the narrator, suspense builds on every page, keeping readers captivated until the very funny twist at the end! STRIKING ART AND AN AWARD-WINNING Stunning illustrations in a limited color palette bring to life the story from a celebrated author. REASSURING The dark proves to be not very scary at all in this slightly spooky tale.Something in the Darkness Written by John Dougherty Illustrated by Matt Schu September 22, 2026 by Post Wave 40 pages, Hardcover Ages 5 and up A Halloween treat from an award-winning author, this spine-tingling tale brims with eerie suspense and a powerful sometimes what frightens us most in the dark is less fearsome in the light. As night falls and strange whispers seem to follow your every step, the question lingers – what’s out there in the dark? Packed with suspense, this unputdownable story will keep young readers on the edge of their seats, eventually revealing that some things are more frightening in the darkness than they are in the light. A must-have picture book for families who are looking for a thrilling tale this spooky season. SUSPENSEFUL AND As readers move through the book with the narrator, suspense builds on every page, keeping readers captivated until the very funny twist at the end! STRIKING ART AND AN AWARD-WINNING Stunning illustrations in a limited color palette bring to life the story from a celebrated author. REASSURING The dark proves to be not very scary at all in this slightly spooky tale.Something in the Darkness Written by John Dougherty Illustrated by Matt Schu September 22, 2026 by Post Wave 40 pages, Hardcover Ages 5 and up A Halloween treat from an award-winning author, this spine-tingling tale brims with eerie suspense and a powerful sometimes what frightens us most in the dark is less fearsome in the light. As night falls and strange whispers seem to follow your every step, the question lingers – what’s out there in the dark? Packed with suspense, this unputdownable story will keep young readers on the edge of their seats, eventually revealing that some things are more frightening in the darkness than they are in the light. A must-have picture book for families who are looking for a thrilling tale this spooky season. SUSPENSEFUL AND As readers move through the book with the narrator, suspense builds on every page, keeping readers captivated until the very funny twist at the end! STRIKING ART AND AN AWARD-WINNING Stunning illustrations in a limited color palette bring to life the story from a celebrated author. REASSURING The dark proves to be not very scary at all in this slightly spooky tale.Something in the Darkness Written by John Dougherty Illustrated by Matt Schu September 22, 2026 by Post Wave 40 pages, Hardcover Ages 5 and up A Halloween treat from an award-winning author, this spine-tingling tale brims with eerie suspense and a powerful sometimes what frightens us most in the dark is less fearsome in the light. As night falls and strange whispers seem to follow your every step, the question lingers – what’s out there in the dark? Packed with suspense, this unputdownable story will keep young readers on the edge of their seats, eventually revealing that some things are more frightening in the darkness than they are in the light. A must-have picture book for families who are looking for a thrilling tale this spooky season. SUSPENSEFUL AND As readers move through the book with the narrator, suspense builds on every page, keeping readers captivated until the very funny twist at the end! STRIKING ART AND AN AWARD-WINNING Stunning illustrations in a limited color palette bring to life the story from a celebrated author. REASSURING The dark proves to be not very scary at all in this slightly spooky tale.
@gregmorosoff.bsky.socialOct 14, 2026, 5:29 AM

Something in the Darkness
Written by John Dougherty
Illustrated by Matt Schu
September 22, 2026 by Post Wave
40 pages, Hardcover
Ages 5 and up

A seriously fun, even suspenseful, book.
Add this to your library.

Good synopsis in the alt-text

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#SpookySeason

Something in the Darkness Written by John Dougherty Illustrated by Matt Schu September 22, 2026 by Post Wave 40 pages, Hardcover Ages 5 and up A Halloween treat from an award-winning author, this spine-tingling tale brims with eerie suspense and a powerful sometimes what frightens us most in the dark is less fearsome in the light. As night falls and strange whispers seem to follow your every step, the question lingers – what’s out there in the dark? Packed with suspense, this unputdownable story will keep young readers on the edge of their seats, eventually revealing that some things are more frightening in the darkness than they are in the light. A must-have picture book for families who are looking for a thrilling tale this spooky season. SUSPENSEFUL AND As readers move through the book with the narrator, suspense builds on every page, keeping readers captivated until the very funny twist at the end! STRIKING ART AND AN AWARD-WINNING Stunning illustrations in a limited color palette bring to life the story from a celebrated author. REASSURING The dark proves to be not very scary at all in this slightly spooky tale.
@gregmorosoff.bsky.socialOct 13, 2026, 2:58 AM

Penelope Lively

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Penelope Lively
@gregmorosoff.bsky.socialOct 13, 2026, 2:58 AM

The Cat, the Crow, and the Banyan Tree
Written by Penelope Lively
Illustrated by Terry Milne
April 4, 1994 by Candlewick Press
32 pages, Hardcover
Ages 4 and up

A definite addition in any children's books with cats library

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The Cat, the Crow, and the Banyan Tree Written by Penelope Lively Illustrated by Terry Milne April 4, 1994 by Candlewick Press 32 pages, Hardcover Ages 4 and up A cat and a crow, who live together under a banyan tree, explore their imaginations as they tell each other rich fantasies into which they are swept up to visit the mountains of the moon and travel at supersonic speed.The Cat, the Crow, and the Banyan Tree Written by Penelope Lively Illustrated by Terry Milne April 4, 1994 by Candlewick Press 32 pages, Hardcover Ages 4 and up A cat and a crow, who live together under a banyan tree, explore their imaginations as they tell each other rich fantasies into which they are swept up to visit the mountains of the moon and travel at supersonic speed.The Cat, the Crow, and the Banyan Tree Written by Penelope Lively Illustrated by Terry Milne April 4, 1994 by Candlewick Press 32 pages, Hardcover Ages 4 and up A cat and a crow, who live together under a banyan tree, explore their imaginations as they tell each other rich fantasies into which they are swept up to visit the mountains of the moon and travel at supersonic speed.The Cat, the Crow, and the Banyan Tree Written by Penelope Lively Illustrated by Terry Milne April 4, 1994 by Candlewick Press 32 pages, Hardcover Ages 4 and up A cat and a crow, who live together under a banyan tree, explore their imaginations as they tell each other rich fantasies into which they are swept up to visit the mountains of the moon and travel at supersonic speed.
@gregmorosoff.bsky.socialOct 13, 2026, 2:58 AM

The Cat, the Crow, and the Banyan Tree
Written by Penelope Lively
Illustrated by Terry Milne
April 4, 1994 by Candlewick Press
32 pages, Hardcover
Ages 4 and up

A fun read aloud book for younger children; and, a great book for early readers too.

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The Cat, the Crow, and the Banyan Tree Written by Penelope Lively Illustrated by Terry Milne April 4, 1994 by Candlewick Press 32 pages, Hardcover Ages 4 and up A cat and a crow, who live together under a banyan tree, explore their imaginations as they tell each other rich fantasies into which they are swept up to visit the mountains of the moon and travel at supersonic speed.The Cat, the Crow, and the Banyan Tree Written by Penelope Lively Illustrated by Terry Milne April 4, 1994 by Candlewick Press 32 pages, Hardcover Ages 4 and up A cat and a crow, who live together under a banyan tree, explore their imaginations as they tell each other rich fantasies into which they are swept up to visit the mountains of the moon and travel at supersonic speed.The Cat, the Crow, and the Banyan Tree Written by Penelope Lively Illustrated by Terry Milne April 4, 1994 by Candlewick Press 32 pages, Hardcover Ages 4 and up A cat and a crow, who live together under a banyan tree, explore their imaginations as they tell each other rich fantasies into which they are swept up to visit the mountains of the moon and travel at supersonic speed.The Cat, the Crow, and the Banyan Tree Written by Penelope Lively Illustrated by Terry Milne April 4, 1994 by Candlewick Press 32 pages, Hardcover Ages 4 and up A cat and a crow, who live together under a banyan tree, explore their imaginations as they tell each other rich fantasies into which they are swept up to visit the mountains of the moon and travel at supersonic speed.
@gregmorosoff.bsky.socialOct 13, 2026, 2:58 AM

The Cat, the Crow, and the Banyan Tree
Written by Penelope Lively
Illustrated by Terry Milne
April 4, 1994 by Candlewick Press
32 pages, Hardcover
Ages 4 and up

From an amazing author, an amazing little book.

Small synopsis in the alt-text

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The Cat, the Crow, and the Banyan Tree Written by Penelope Lively Illustrated by Terry Milne April 4, 1994 by Candlewick Press 32 pages, Hardcover Ages 4 and up A cat and a crow, who live together under a banyan tree, explore their imaginations as they tell each other rich fantasies into which they are swept up to visit the mountains of the moon and travel at supersonic speed.The Cat, the Crow, and the Banyan Tree Written by Penelope Lively Illustrated by Terry Milne April 4, 1994 by Candlewick Press 32 pages, Hardcover Ages 4 and up A cat and a crow, who live together under a banyan tree, explore their imaginations as they tell each other rich fantasies into which they are swept up to visit the mountains of the moon and travel at supersonic speed.
@gregmorosoff.bsky.socialOct 11, 2026, 2:29 AM

Patricia Coombs autographed photo

She really was quite a wonderful woman.

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Patricia Coombs
@gregmorosoff.bsky.socialOct 11, 2026, 2:29 AM

Dorrie's Magic
(Dorrie the Little Witch #1)
Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs
First published January 1, 1962
48 Pages, Hardcover

All of the Dorrie, The Little Witch books are still just as good as anything published today.

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Dorrie's Magic (Dorrie the Little Witch #1) Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs First published January 1, 1962 48 Pages, Hardcover "This is Dorrie. She is a witch. A little witch. Her hat is always on crooked. Sometimes her shoes are on the wrong feet. Sometimes she has on one pink sock and one blue striped sock. Sometimes she cannot find any socks at all." Dorrie mixes up some magic to clean up her room. But instead of a clean room, she gets a house full of chaos.Dorrie's Magic (Dorrie the Little Witch #1) Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs First published January 1, 1962 48 Pages, Hardcover "This is Dorrie. She is a witch. A little witch. Her hat is always on crooked. Sometimes her shoes are on the wrong feet. Sometimes she has on one pink sock and one blue striped sock. Sometimes she cannot find any socks at all." Dorrie mixes up some magic to clean up her room. But instead of a clean room, she gets a house full of chaos.Dorrie's Magic (Dorrie the Little Witch #1) Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs First published January 1, 1962 48 Pages, Hardcover "This is Dorrie. She is a witch. A little witch. Her hat is always on crooked. Sometimes her shoes are on the wrong feet. Sometimes she has on one pink sock and one blue striped sock. Sometimes she cannot find any socks at all." Dorrie mixes up some magic to clean up her room. But instead of a clean room, she gets a house full of chaos.Dorrie's Magic (Dorrie the Little Witch #1) Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs First published January 1, 1962 48 Pages, Hardcover "This is Dorrie. She is a witch. A little witch. Her hat is always on crooked. Sometimes her shoes are on the wrong feet. Sometimes she has on one pink sock and one blue striped sock. Sometimes she cannot find any socks at all." Dorrie mixes up some magic to clean up her room. But instead of a clean room, she gets a house full of chaos.
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@gregmorosoff.bsky.socialOct 11, 2026, 2:29 AM

Dorrie's Magic
(Dorrie the Little Witch #1)
Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs
First published January 1, 1962
48 Pages, Hardcover

Even over 60 years old, these books are still truly fun and filled with great illustrations.

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Dorrie's Magic (Dorrie the Little Witch #1) Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs First published January 1, 1962 48 Pages, Hardcover "This is Dorrie. She is a witch. A little witch. Her hat is always on crooked. Sometimes her shoes are on the wrong feet. Sometimes she has on one pink sock and one blue striped sock. Sometimes she cannot find any socks at all." Dorrie mixes up some magic to clean up her room. But instead of a clean room, she gets a house full of chaos.Dorrie's Magic (Dorrie the Little Witch #1) Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs First published January 1, 1962 48 Pages, Hardcover "This is Dorrie. She is a witch. A little witch. Her hat is always on crooked. Sometimes her shoes are on the wrong feet. Sometimes she has on one pink sock and one blue striped sock. Sometimes she cannot find any socks at all." Dorrie mixes up some magic to clean up her room. But instead of a clean room, she gets a house full of chaos.Dorrie's Magic (Dorrie the Little Witch #1) Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs First published January 1, 1962 48 Pages, Hardcover "This is Dorrie. She is a witch. A little witch. Her hat is always on crooked. Sometimes her shoes are on the wrong feet. Sometimes she has on one pink sock and one blue striped sock. Sometimes she cannot find any socks at all." Dorrie mixes up some magic to clean up her room. But instead of a clean room, she gets a house full of chaos.Dorrie's Magic (Dorrie the Little Witch #1) Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs First published January 1, 1962 48 Pages, Hardcover "This is Dorrie. She is a witch. A little witch. Her hat is always on crooked. Sometimes her shoes are on the wrong feet. Sometimes she has on one pink sock and one blue striped sock. Sometimes she cannot find any socks at all." Dorrie mixes up some magic to clean up her room. But instead of a clean room, she gets a house full of chaos.
@gregmorosoff.bsky.socialOct 11, 2026, 2:29 AM

Dorrie's Magic
(Dorrie the Little Witch #1)
Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs
First published January 1, 1962
48 Pages, Hardcover

The whole series is so wonderful fun.
I would include all 20 books in a children's books with cats library

Synopsis in alt-text

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Dorrie's Magic (Dorrie the Little Witch #1) Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs First published January 1, 1962 48 Pages, Hardcover "This is Dorrie. She is a witch. A little witch. Her hat is always on crooked. Sometimes her shoes are on the wrong feet. Sometimes she has on one pink sock and one blue striped sock. Sometimes she cannot find any socks at all." Dorrie mixes up some magic to clean up her room. But instead of a clean room, she gets a house full of chaos.Dorrie's Magic (Dorrie the Little Witch #1) Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs First published January 1, 1962 48 Pages, Hardcover "This is Dorrie. She is a witch. A little witch. Her hat is always on crooked. Sometimes her shoes are on the wrong feet. Sometimes she has on one pink sock and one blue striped sock. Sometimes she cannot find any socks at all." Dorrie mixes up some magic to clean up her room. But instead of a clean room, she gets a house full of chaos.
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@gregmorosoff.bsky.socialOct 9, 2026, 6:34 AM

Patricia (Pat) Coombs

Photo: 1982

Patricia (Pat) Coombs holding White Cat and Ragdolly Anna from her children's television series Ragdolly Anna (1982–1987)

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Patricia (Pat) Coombs holding White Cat and Ragdolly Anna from her children's television series Ragdolly Anna (1982–1987) Photo from 1982
@gregmorosoff.bsky.socialOct 9, 2026, 6:29 AM

Dorrie and the Weather Box
Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs
First published January 1, 1966 by Lothrop, Lee & Shepard
48 Pages, Hardcover

Book 4 of the Dorrie the Little Witch series

This is a truly fun series of books, with fun illustrations.

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Dorrie and the Weather Box Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs First published January 1, 1966 by Lothrop, Lee & Shepard 48 Pages, Hardcover Dorrie finds a picnic basket and wants to have a picnic, but it’s raining. She decides to try to fix the weather by using the Big Witch’s secret magic room. Unable to find a recipe for melting clouds, Dorrie mixes to recipes together and hopes for the best. Instead of fixing the weather, Dorrie creates a colorful storm inside the house. One day Dorrie, the little witch, wanted to have a picnic, but it was raining. "I guess I'll have to fix the weather," she told her cat, Gink. And up she climbed, high into the tower, to the secret room where her mother, the Big Witch, made magic. It was dark and spooky up there with bats flying all around. Dorrie shut the door tight and began to mix a magic potion. (She couldn't find a recipe for fixing weather in the Big Witch's Book of Magic, but she mixed two others together and hoped they would work.) "Abracadabra blinkety-blue," Dorrie chanted as she stirred. Suddenly there was a loud crash of thunder. Then pink lightning zig-zagged all over the room, the wind whistled and blew and dark clouds began to gather. "Oh, oh!" said Dorrie, "something is going wrong." It certainly was. Outside the sun was shining, but inside the rain was pouring down. Dorrie had fixed the weather--and the Big Witch got home just in time!Dorrie and the Weather Box Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs First published January 1, 1966 by Lothrop, Lee & Shepard 48 Pages, Hardcover Dorrie finds a picnic basket and wants to have a picnic, but it’s raining. She decides to try to fix the weather by using the Big Witch’s secret magic room. Unable to find a recipe for melting clouds, Dorrie mixes to recipes together and hopes for the best. Instead of fixing the weather, Dorrie creates a colorful storm inside the house. One day Dorrie, the little witch, wanted to have a picnic, but it was raining. "I guess I'll have to fix the weather," she told her cat, Gink. And up she climbed, high into the tower, to the secret room where her mother, the Big Witch, made magic. It was dark and spooky up there with bats flying all around. Dorrie shut the door tight and began to mix a magic potion. (She couldn't find a recipe for fixing weather in the Big Witch's Book of Magic, but she mixed two others together and hoped they would work.) "Abracadabra blinkety-blue," Dorrie chanted as she stirred. Suddenly there was a loud crash of thunder. Then pink lightning zig-zagged all over the room, the wind whistled and blew and dark clouds began to gather. "Oh, oh!" said Dorrie, "something is going wrong." It certainly was. Outside the sun was shining, but inside the rain was pouring down. Dorrie had fixed the weather--and the Big Witch got home just in time!Dorrie and the Weather Box Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs First published January 1, 1966 by Lothrop, Lee & Shepard 48 Pages, Hardcover Dorrie finds a picnic basket and wants to have a picnic, but it’s raining. She decides to try to fix the weather by using the Big Witch’s secret magic room. Unable to find a recipe for melting clouds, Dorrie mixes to recipes together and hopes for the best. Instead of fixing the weather, Dorrie creates a colorful storm inside the house. One day Dorrie, the little witch, wanted to have a picnic, but it was raining. "I guess I'll have to fix the weather," she told her cat, Gink. And up she climbed, high into the tower, to the secret room where her mother, the Big Witch, made magic. It was dark and spooky up there with bats flying all around. Dorrie shut the door tight and began to mix a magic potion. (She couldn't find a recipe for fixing weather in the Big Witch's Book of Magic, but she mixed two others together and hoped they would work.) "Abracadabra blinkety-blue," Dorrie chanted as she stirred. Suddenly there was a loud crash of thunder. Then pink lightning zig-zagged all over the room, the wind whistled and blew and dark clouds began to gather. "Oh, oh!" said Dorrie, "something is going wrong." It certainly was. Outside the sun was shining, but inside the rain was pouring down. Dorrie had fixed the weather--and the Big Witch got home just in time!Dorrie and the Weather Box Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs First published January 1, 1966 by Lothrop, Lee & Shepard 48 Pages, Hardcover Dorrie finds a picnic basket and wants to have a picnic, but it’s raining. She decides to try to fix the weather by using the Big Witch’s secret magic room. Unable to find a recipe for melting clouds, Dorrie mixes to recipes together and hopes for the best. Instead of fixing the weather, Dorrie creates a colorful storm inside the house. One day Dorrie, the little witch, wanted to have a picnic, but it was raining. "I guess I'll have to fix the weather," she told her cat, Gink. And up she climbed, high into the tower, to the secret room where her mother, the Big Witch, made magic. It was dark and spooky up there with bats flying all around. Dorrie shut the door tight and began to mix a magic potion. (She couldn't find a recipe for fixing weather in the Big Witch's Book of Magic, but she mixed two others together and hoped they would work.) "Abracadabra blinkety-blue," Dorrie chanted as she stirred. Suddenly there was a loud crash of thunder. Then pink lightning zig-zagged all over the room, the wind whistled and blew and dark clouds began to gather. "Oh, oh!" said Dorrie, "something is going wrong." It certainly was. Outside the sun was shining, but inside the rain was pouring down. Dorrie had fixed the weather--and the Big Witch got home just in time!
@gregmorosoff.bsky.socialOct 9, 2026, 6:29 AM

Dorrie and the Weather Box
Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs
First published January 1, 1966 by Lothrop, Lee & Shepard
48 Pages, Hardcover

Book 4 of the Dorrie the Little Witch series

There are 20 titles in this series
I will post more.

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Dorrie and the Weather Box Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs First published January 1, 1966 by Lothrop, Lee & Shepard 48 Pages, Hardcover Dorrie finds a picnic basket and wants to have a picnic, but it’s raining. She decides to try to fix the weather by using the Big Witch’s secret magic room. Unable to find a recipe for melting clouds, Dorrie mixes to recipes together and hopes for the best. Instead of fixing the weather, Dorrie creates a colorful storm inside the house. One day Dorrie, the little witch, wanted to have a picnic, but it was raining. "I guess I'll have to fix the weather," she told her cat, Gink. And up she climbed, high into the tower, to the secret room where her mother, the Big Witch, made magic. It was dark and spooky up there with bats flying all around. Dorrie shut the door tight and began to mix a magic potion. (She couldn't find a recipe for fixing weather in the Big Witch's Book of Magic, but she mixed two others together and hoped they would work.) "Abracadabra blinkety-blue," Dorrie chanted as she stirred. Suddenly there was a loud crash of thunder. Then pink lightning zig-zagged all over the room, the wind whistled and blew and dark clouds began to gather. "Oh, oh!" said Dorrie, "something is going wrong." It certainly was. Outside the sun was shining, but inside the rain was pouring down. Dorrie had fixed the weather--and the Big Witch got home just in time!Dorrie and the Weather Box Written and illustrated by Patricia Coombs First published January 1, 1966 by Lothrop, Lee & Shepard 48 Pages, Hardcover Dorrie finds a picnic basket and wants to have a picnic, but it’s raining. She decides to try to fix the weather by using the Big Witch’s secret magic room. Unable to find a recipe for melting clouds, Dorrie mixes to recipes together and hopes for the best. Instead of fixing the weather, Dorrie creates a colorful storm inside the house. One day Dorrie, the little witch, wanted to have a picnic, but it was raining. "I guess I'll have to fix the weather," she told her cat, Gink. And up she climbed, high into the tower, to the secret room where her mother, the Big Witch, made magic. It was dark and spooky up there with bats flying all around. Dorrie shut the door tight and began to mix a magic potion. (She couldn't find a recipe for fixing weather in the Big Witch's Book of Magic, but she mixed two others together and hoped they would work.) "Abracadabra blinkety-blue," Dorrie chanted as she stirred. Suddenly there was a loud crash of thunder. Then pink lightning zig-zagged all over the room, the wind whistled and blew and dark clouds began to gather. "Oh, oh!" said Dorrie, "something is going wrong." It certainly was. Outside the sun was shining, but inside the rain was pouring down. Dorrie had fixed the weather--and the Big Witch got home just in time!
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Kyle Sullivan

About the author

Born and raised in the PNW, Kyle is the author many books.
He has lived in Seattle and both Vancouvers (WA and BC) He currently lives in Portland, OR.

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Kyle Sullivan About the author Born and raised in the PNW, Kyle is the author many books. He has lived in Seattle and both Vancouvers (WA and BC) He currently lives in Portland, OR.
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Hazel and the Spooky Season

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A superb addition to any children's book library

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Hazel and the Spooky Season Written by Kyle Sullivan Illustrated by Jess Mason 1st Published September 5, 2023 by Hazy Dell Press 38 pages, Hardcover AGes 5-9 There is nothing Hazel loves more than autumn, the spookiest season. But why doesn't anyone else seem to care? When nobody in her town seems to share her love of the spooky season, Hazel is left feeling alienated, alone, and unable to express herself. Everything changes when Hazel receives a visit from Ronnie Pumpkinseed, a supernatural pumpkin-headed ambassador for all things spooky. Ronnie teaches Hazel a special word for what she feels inside—Halloween!—and helps Hazel find the courage to be herself and follow her heart, even when it's scary. Hazel and the Spooky Season Written by Kyle Sullivan Illustrated by Jess Mason 1st Published September 5, 2023 by Hazy Dell Press 38 pages, Hardcover AGes 5-9 There is nothing Hazel loves more than autumn, the spookiest season. But why doesn't anyone else seem to care? When nobody in her town seems to share her love of the spooky season, Hazel is left feeling alienated, alone, and unable to express herself. Everything changes when Hazel receives a visit from Ronnie Pumpkinseed, a supernatural pumpkin-headed ambassador for all things spooky. Ronnie teaches Hazel a special word for what she feels inside—Halloween!—and helps Hazel find the courage to be herself and follow her heart, even when it's scary. Hazel and the Spooky Season Written by Kyle Sullivan Illustrated by Jess Mason 1st Published September 5, 2023 by Hazy Dell Press 38 pages, Hardcover AGes 5-9 There is nothing Hazel loves more than autumn, the spookiest season. But why doesn't anyone else seem to care? When nobody in her town seems to share her love of the spooky season, Hazel is left feeling alienated, alone, and unable to express herself. Everything changes when Hazel receives a visit from Ronnie Pumpkinseed, a supernatural pumpkin-headed ambassador for all things spooky. Ronnie teaches Hazel a special word for what she feels inside—Halloween!—and helps Hazel find the courage to be herself and follow her heart, even when it's scary. Hazel and the Spooky Season Written by Kyle Sullivan Illustrated by Jess Mason 1st Published September 5, 2023 by Hazy Dell Press 38 pages, Hardcover AGes 5-9 There is nothing Hazel loves more than autumn, the spookiest season. But why doesn't anyone else seem to care? When nobody in her town seems to share her love of the spooky season, Hazel is left feeling alienated, alone, and unable to express herself. Everything changes when Hazel receives a visit from Ronnie Pumpkinseed, a supernatural pumpkin-headed ambassador for all things spooky. Ronnie teaches Hazel a special word for what she feels inside—Halloween!—and helps Hazel find the courage to be herself and follow her heart, even when it's scary.