A Kind of Spark
Perfect for readers of Song for a Whale and Counting by 7s, a neurodivergent girl campaigns for a memorial when she learns that her small Scottish town used to burn witches simply because they were different.
"A must-read for students and adults alike." -School Library Journal, Starred Review
Ever since Ms. Murphy told us about the witch trials that happened centuries ago right here in Juniper, I can’t stop thinking about them. Those people weren’t magic. They were like me. Different like me.
I’m autistic. I see things that others do not. I hear sounds that they can ignore. And sometimes I feel things all at once. I think about the witches, with no one to speak for them. Not everyone in our small town understands. But if I keep trying, maybe someone will. I won’t let the witches be forgotten. Because there is more to their story. Just like there is more to mine.
Award-winning and neurodivergent author Elle McNicoll delivers an insightful and stirring debut about the European witch trials and a girl who refuses to relent in the fight for what she knows is right.
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 208
Book Binding: Paperback
Year of Publication: 2022
Publisher: Yearling
Language: en
ISBN: 9780593374283
Creator Bio
Elle McNicoll is a British author who grew up in Scotland. She has always been passionate about writing, and at a young age, she began creating stories about magical worlds and brave characters. McNicoll has a degree in English and Creative Writing from the University of Strathclyde. She also has experience working with children, specifically those with autism, which inspired her to write her debut novel, A Kind of Spark. McNicoll's writing explores themes of identity, acceptance, and the power of standing up for what is right. She is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion in children's literature. A Kind of Spark is her first published book and has received critical acclaim for its honest and heartfelt portrayal of a young girl's journey to find her voice and make a difference.
