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The Witches of Worm

Illustrated by Alton Raible
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About The Book

Cats. Jessica's never liked them. Especially not a skinny, ugly kitten that looks like a worm. Worm. Jessica wishes she'd never brought Worm home with her, because now he's making her do terrible things. She's sure she isn't imagining the evil voice coming from the cat, telling her to play mean tricks on people. But how can she explain what's happening?

Witches. Jessica has read enough books to know that Worm must be a witch's cat. He's cast a spell on her, but whom can she turn to? After all, no one will believe that Worm has bewitched her...or worse!

About The Author

Zilpha Keatley Snyder is the author of The Egypt Game, The Headless Cupid, and The Witches of Worm, all Newbery Honor Books. Her most recent books include The Treasures of Weatherby, The Bronze Pen, William S. and the Great Escape, and William’s Midsummer Dreams. She lives in Mill Valley, California. Visit her at ZKSnyder.com.

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Product Details

  • Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers (September 15, 2009)
  • Length: 192 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781416995319
  • Ages: 8 - 12

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Awards and Honors

  • ALA Newbery Honor Book
  • ALA Notable Children's Books
  • New York Times Outstanding Children's Books of The Year

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