by Eiko Kadono, illustrated by Joe Todd-Stanton - £7.99 Penguin Random House Children (2021)
paperback
ISBN 13: 9780241449493 | ISBN 10: 0241449499
Soar into this modern Japanese classic about a young witch and her clever cat with this new translation by Emily Balistrieri which will delight fans of the beloved Studio Ghibli animated movie as well as new readers.
Kiki is a trainee witch. On her thirteenth birthday she must follow tradition and leave home to find a new village.
She knows she has to use only her powers to make a living, but Kiki's no good at potions or spells...can she use her flying abilities to make her own way in the world?
She sets out with her beloved black cat Jiji on an exciting journey, making new friends along the way.
Recommended for readers aged 7-9
(Price & availability last checked: October 2021)
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