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Johnson, Leah

Bree Boyd Is a Legend!

256 pp. | Disney-Hyperion | March, 2025 | Trade ISBN 9781368090100 $18.99
(3) 4-6 ellie series. In this middle-grade novel, thirteen-year-old Bree harnesses her newfound telekinetic powers to support her friends amid intensifying pressure from her father to uphold “Black Excellence” by winning the regional spelling bee. With humor and heart, Johnson explores the emotional toll of high expectations and the struggle to define success on your own terms. Bree’s journey -- balancing cultural identity, family demands, and friendship -- is both empowering and relatable, offering a thoughtful, engaging story of personal growth.
Reviewer: Summer Edward

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