Playing Witch

Mysterious bruises and significant pain plague Sybil as she tries to navigate a new world of magic in Playing Witch. After attending a moon ritual hosted by her crush, Sadie, she slowly discovers that she now wields the power of a magic phrase, and anything she wants, can be hers. Just as her realization is taking hold, a dark witch called Luna, pretending to be her mentor, tries to steal her power. It’s up to Sybil to work with her newly formed coven to stop the dark witch from stealing the power and causing harm. Along the way she learns about betrayal, love, and the value of family and friendship.

Playing Witch falls into the genre of Magical Realism. The majority of the book’s characters are female and is best suited for a young adult, and specifically female, audience. The characters in the story face relatable conflict: roommate, parent, religion, friends, romance, trust, mental health.