The Evil Wizard Smallbone

In Delia Sherman’s whimsical fantasy adventure, twelve-year-old Nick runs away from home and unexpectedly finds himself apprenticed to the grumpy yet self-proclaimed Evil Wizard Smallbone in a peculiar bookstore. While Smallbone refuses to teach Nick any magic, he must prepare for the looming threat of his sinister rival, the Evil Wizard Fidelou, and his army of shape-shifting bikers. With its blend of humor and warmth, this tale explores themes of friendship and bravery amid a backdrop of enchanting chaos.