Description
From a three-time Newbery Honor author: Harry Houdini Marco had it hard enough as a normal clumsy twelve-year-old-but growing wings made it even worse.
Except for his unusual name, Harry Houdini Marco is unremarkable in every way. While his namesake was the greatest illusionist of all time, Harry can't even catch a ball. He is on the verge of a long, boring summer-and he is dreading every moment of it. Then he meets a mysterious traveling salesman named Mr. Mazzeeck. But Mr. Mazzeeck is more than a traveling salesman, he's a wizard-at least, he claims to be. Before he leaves town, Mr. Mazzeeck gives Harry a bottle of magical oil, saying that the potion will give him wings. And to Harry's amazement, the oil works: He gets wings! Now he just has to figure out how to use them. This book features an extended biography of Zilpha Keatley Snyder.
About the Author
Zilpha Keatley Snyder (b. 1927) is a three-time Newbery Honor-winning author of adventure and fantasy novels for children. Her smart, honest, and accessible narrative style has made her books beloved by generations. When not writing, she enjoys reading and traveling. Snyder lives in Mill Valley, California.
Reviews
"There is a lot here to make a young boy laugh . . . Harry's narration of his story is . . . as humorous as it is down to earth." -Kirkus Reviews
Book Information
ISBN 9781504035606
Author Zilpha Keatley Snyder
Format Paperback
Page Count 200
Imprint Open Road Media Teen & Tween
Publisher Open Road Media
Except for his unusual name, Harry Houdini Marco is unremarkable in every way. While his namesake was the greatest illusionist of all time, Harry can't even catch a ball. He is on the verge of a long, boring summer-and he is dreading every moment of it. Then he meets a mysterious traveling salesman named Mr. Mazzeeck. But Mr. Mazzeeck is more than a traveling salesman, he's a wizard-at least, he claims to be. Before he leaves town, Mr. Mazzeeck gives Harry a bottle of magical oil, saying that the potion will give him wings. And to Harry's amazement, the oil works: He gets wings! Now he just has to figure out how to use them. This book features an extended biography of Zilpha Keatley Snyder.
- Award-Winning Author: 3 of Snyder's novels are Newbery Honor Books (The Headless Cupid, The Witches of Worm, The Egypt Game); Witches of Worm was a National Book Award finalist; The Unseen was an Edgar Award finalist; the author was awarded the Hands Christian Anderson Award; all of her works have earned awards; 6 of her novels were ALA Notable Books; 14 of her novels were Junior Library Guild Selections.
- Iconic Author: Snyder's books continue to enchant readers young and old; her books are taught in schools and beloved by readers of all ages.
- Humor: Black and Blue Magic is warm-hearted, funny, and inspiring.
About the Author
Zilpha Keatley Snyder (b. 1927) is a three-time Newbery Honor-winning author of adventure and fantasy novels for children. Her smart, honest, and accessible narrative style has made her books beloved by generations. When not writing, she enjoys reading and traveling. Snyder lives in Mill Valley, California.
Reviews
"There is a lot here to make a young boy laugh . . . Harry's narration of his story is . . . as humorous as it is down to earth." -Kirkus Reviews
Book Information
ISBN 9781504035606
Author Zilpha Keatley Snyder
Format Paperback
Page Count 200
Imprint Open Road Media Teen & Tween
Publisher Open Road Media
