Description

Sparkleton’s super-gloomy best friend gets THE MOST EMBARRASSING unicorn magic ever just in time for the town’s big parade in the second book of this highly illustrated early chapter book series about a shaggy purple unicorn who can’t wait to have wish-granting powers.

It’s a magic emergency! Sparkleton’s friend, Gabe, gets his unicorn magic just in time to star in Shimmer Lake’s big parade! But Gabe’s new power is more embarrassing than a garden of moldy mushrooms.

Luckily, Sparkleton has a glitterrific idea to help his friend before Gabe has to perform the worst magic ever in front of everyone he’s ever known!

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What happens when your magic is a total disaster, but the show must go on?


  • A Hilarious Friendship Story: Join the enthusiastic Sparkleton as he tries to help his super-gloomy best friend, Gabe, survive the most embarrassing magic ever.
  • Celebrating Differences: Gabe doesn’t want confetti magic, and he definitely doesn't want to be cheerful. This funny story shows that it's okay to be yourself, even if your magic doesn't match.
  • Perfect for Beginner Readers: With easy-to-read text, fast-paced chapters, and charming art on every page, this book helps build reading confidence for kids ages 6-10.
  • Relatable Childhood Worries: Taps into the childhood fear of being embarrassed in front of everyone, with a magical and heartwarming solution.

About the author(s)

Calliope Glass is an editor and the writer of several popular titles for licenses like Star Wars, Marvel, and the Disney Princesses. She lives in New York City with her family.

Hollie Mengert is an illustrator and animator living in Los Angeles. She loves drawing animals, making people smile with her work, and spending time with her amazingly supportive family and friends.

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