Hocus Pocus & The All New Sequel

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Ellis V The fact that so many people are pressed at the fact that the book includes an LGBT romance and two black characters just goes to show that inclusion …moreThe fact that so many people are pressed at the fact that the book includes an LGBT romance and two black characters just goes to show that inclusion is necessary. Literally nobody ever complains about being force fed hetero romances or Caucasian leads but god forbid we have a lesbian and an interracial romance in one book. It's suddenly too much for the unsuspecting (white) audience.

Y'all don't even try to hide your bigotry anymore.(less)
Andy yakobitis Any update on this ?!? Lmao I just finished it and have beeen looking
Noel This book provides few examples of good social models for behavior, language, and general treatment of people from different backgrounds. Keep in mind…moreThis book provides few examples of good social models for behavior, language, and general treatment of people from different backgrounds. Keep in mind the first part of the book is a novelization of the original movie. The dialogue did not age well; beyond the childish name calling, misogyny, xenophobia, body shaming, ageism/age shaming, slut shaming, and rigid gender stereotypes are also ever present. If your kids read this story (or watch the movie), I suggest having a critical discussion with them afterwards.

In stark contrast the second story in the book is much more progressive in the representation and language; these stories might as well have been written by two different authors. The gender roles are less rigid. One of the subplots is LGBTQ+ friendly. There is less body (ageism and age shaming are still present) and slut shaming. Gender roles and stereotypes are more relaxed. Plus! There's a more diverse cast! AND the are not only more female characters but stronger and assertive ones, too.(less)
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Shelley They didn’t Isabella is a friend of Max and Allison’s daughter Poppy.
Katie Yeah this book has both one and two, it definitely appropriate for middle grades.

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