Shoes Filled With Magic

Author Dani Resh is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her middle-grade novel, "Compass to Vinland," the first book in her "The Magic Shoe" series. The series follows three middle school-aged children who grapple with feelings of isolation and loneliness in different ways. Their worlds collide when they discover three pairs of magical shoes, each granting them unique powers and abilities, leading them on a fantastical adventure. However, the heart of the story is about self-discovery and the struggles they face with labels and societal expectations. The magical shoes concept was inspired by classics like "The Wizard of Oz," emphasizing that the power was within the characters all along. While there are villains in the story, they aren't witches but rather entities from a mythological land trying to return. The monsters in the series aren't just mythical creatures; they also encompass the labels and judgments people place on the characters. Resh aimed to provide young readers with a fantastical adventure while addressing the theme of authenticity and the importance of forming genuine connections. She believes middle-grade readers are yearning for such adventures, and her series offers characters they can identify with as they navigate challenges in their lives. Resh was inspired to write these books because she noticed a growing need for authentic connections among young people in today's world. Click here to visit Dabi's website – https://www.daniresh.com/ Click here to visit our website – www.ReadingWithYourKids.com