The Teller of Small Fortunes: the most cosy, heart-warming, and comforting fantasy of 2024 Julie Leong 9781399729048

SMALL FORTUNES. BIG FEELINGS.
A cozy fantasy about trying to find yourself - and finding a family instead. Perfect for fans of Legends and Lattes, A Psalm for the Wild-Built and The House in the Cerulean Sea.

Fleeing a troubled past, immigrant fortune teller Tao roams the dusty countryside with only her mule for company, telling small fortunes, for small prices. Big fortunes come with big consequences . . . which she knows from bitter experience.

It's a lonely life, until she encounters an ex-mercenary and a (semi) reformed thief, who recruit her into their desperate search for a lost child. Soon, they're joined by a baker with a knead for adventure, and - of course - a slightly magical cat.

Tao sets down a new path with companions as big-hearted as her fortunes are small. But as her friends break down her walls, the shadows of her past close in. Now, Tao must decide whether to risk everything to save the family she never thought she could have . . .

About the Author
Julie Leong is a 29 year old Malaysian Chinese American fantasy author and startup exec. She grew up in New Jersey and also lived in Beijing, China for several years. She graduated from Yale University with degrees in Economics and Political Science and currently lives in San Francisco, California with her fiance and rescue pup.

Reviews
Joyful, heartwarming, and utterly charming, Leong's cozy fantasy debut is a cup of hot (fortune-telling) tea straight to the soul. Readers will delight in road-tripping with Tao, her found family, and their adorable animal companions in this whimsical, healing tale * Amelie Wen Zhao, New York Times and international bestselling author of Song of Silver, Flame Like Night *
It's such a delight when a book is every bit as wonderful as you hope it will be. THE TELLER OF SMALL FORTUNES is perfection! A lovely and comforting cozy fantasy about finding your own family and choosing your own path, this is a beautiful treasure of a book that will warm your heart and heal your soul. I absolutely loved every second of it! * Sarah Beth Durst, award-winning author of THE SPELLSHOP *
Warm, welcoming, and endlessly inventive, THE TELLER OF SMALL FORTUNES feels like being invited in for tea with a dear friend (and expert storyteller!). An utter and complete delight to read * Grace D. Li, New York Times bestselling author of Portrait of a Thief *
A lovely cosy fantasy about tiny fortunes, baked goods, ugly cats, and all of the small things that matter * Olivia Atwater, author of Half a Soul *
The Teller of Small Fortunes is a warm and lovely book that will soothe your heart. Its gentleness and coziness are such a delightful gift * India Holton, international bestselling author of The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels *
This is a hug in a book . . . a warm, yummy, satisfying baked treat of a book. If you're looking for D&D vibes (except it's the part where the party explores curious little towns) this book is perfect for you * Frances White, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Voyage of the Damned *
Julie Leong's The Teller of Small Fortunes is such a palate cleanser for crappy days - Leong creates a world resplendent with charm, gentleness, reconciliation and love. So much love! There were many joyous cathartic tears shed. I adored every minute of it and now must read everything Leong writes! Fan for life! * A.Y. Chao, Sunday Times bestselling author of Shanghai Immortal *
As comforting as the scent of freshly baked bread, this is a hug in book form and the perfect comfort read. Set in an endlessly charming world with characters you can't help but love, this is novel is whimsical, cosy perfection and I loved every second of it * Nadia El-Fassi, author of Best Hex Ever *
A wonderfully warm, cozy, and immersive fantasy adventure that left me brimming with happiness * Stephanie Burgis, author of Wooing the Witch Queen *
Filled with philosophizing trolls, little magics, and delicious (if lumpy) baked goods, TELLER OF SMALL FORTUNES is like one of those lift-you-off-the-ground, ribcage-cracking hugs-dizzyingly delightful, a little painful, and so incredibly therapeutic. Do yourself the great kindness of reading this wrenching, warming, funny, thoughtful, cozy, life-affirming book. I finished it and felt more whole, and I hope you do, too * Jules Arbeaux, author of Lord of the Empty Isles *
Tao and her band of charismatic companions (four-legged friends included!) won my heart completely on this deeply endearing and entertaining fantasy road trip. Charming, relatable, and tender, The Teller of Small Fortunes will delight readers looking for their next cozy adventure * Maiga Doocy, author of Sorcery and Small Magics *
The Teller of Small Fortunes was lovely and sweet and comforting. But the most beautiful part was how it was not only about found family, but about finding your way back to your family . . . an adventure, yet cozy and funny and sweet and poignant. A beautiful book! * Quenby Olson, author of the Miss Percy Guide series *
A charming tale with a big heart, The Teller of Small Fortunes is sweet without ever turning saccharine, and it tackles serious topics without ever losing its sense of humour. An utterly delightful debut * Genoveva Dimova, author of Foul Days *
A warm hug of a book. The Teller of Small Fortunes is a curative journey of found friendship and diaspora feels, steeped in so much kindness that even the most cynical of readers will not be able to resist its charms * Eliza Chan, #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Fathomfolk *
A warmhearted, often cozy story about telling fortunes - and sometimes, stealing them. A delight * John Wiswell, Nebula-winning author of Someone You Can Build A Nest In *



Book Information
ISBN 9781399729048
Author Julie Leong
Format Hardback
Page Count 336
Imprint Hodderscape
Publisher Hodder & Stoughton