We read Jill Murphy's The Worst Witch to the Rescue last year; I'm excited to read another book from the series. The Worst Witch and the Wishing Star brings together so many things children love that I'm sure we'll enjoy it. For one, most of my book clubbers love reading about magic. Added to that, when we have wishes that come true, school rivalry, and all the hilarity that comes with a clumsy protagonist, we have the makings of a thoroughly enjoyable read! Wishes What would you wish on? A star? A birthday cake? An eyelash? I'd love to know. Taking this further, if you could wish for anything in the world, what would you wish for?Similarly, if you could make anyone else's wish come true, which wish would you choose and why? Magical Games Stories come alive to us and linger in our imaginations because of the characters the authors … [Read more...]