Anything Bagley creates I'm immediately adding it to my up next! Darling, spooky, and fun this book will definetly be a go to for many kids this fall.

Thanks to NetGalley and the Publisher for my advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

Jazzy even has a name that shows her style, so it isn't surprising that she doesn't want to do everything the same as everyone else. She's worried about how people will react that she's a witch who isn't good at riding brooms.
This is a sweet story about friendship and family and being yourself.

<i>Jazzy the Witch in Broom Doom</i> by Jessixa Bagley didn’t quite hit the mark for me personally, but I do think it’s a solid offering for its intended audience. The art style is fantastic—fun, expressive, and absolutely perfect for middle grade readers. It really enhances the overall feel of the book and helps carry the story. I can say, without question, that this will be the sort of book I’d recommend for my students and very specifically for those with ADHD.

The message at the heart of this one is a good one: find your passion and let that guide you toward success. It’s a meritorious and encouraging takeaway, especially for younger readers still figuring out who they are and what they love, especially among the unspoken family pressures that young kids can sometimes feel, even when they’re not necessarily there—which leads me to absolutely <i>adore</i> when the book subtly encourages readers to express these emotions to their parents.

I also couldn’t help but recognizing some ADHD traits in Jazzy and the conflict she faces, specifically traits that, while sometimes a recipe for brilliance, can often cause struggles for kids. Whether intentional or not, her hyper-focus on something she enjoys, her difficulty maintaining interest in other activities—like flying a broom—especially when they are difficult, and the way it unintentionally impacts her relationship with her best friend all felt incredibly familiar and realistic. It’s a nuanced portrayal that a lot of kids will likely see themselves in, even if the label and diagnosis is never explicitly used.

The resolution to her conflict is simple, sure, but it’s thoughtful and accessible, which is exactly what it needs to be.

What a delightful read! Jazzy is a witch but just isn’t feeling it trying to fly on a broom. What foes make her feel like flying is cycling!

This was such a cute read. My 6 year old loved it. What an adorable journey for a young witch trying to find her way but also not wanting to disappoint her broom (besom) making family. I can honestly say the little girl in me even teared up a few times. Lessons on being unique and finding your way, friendship, everyone’s journey is different, and while disappointing family is a real fear…having a loving and listening family is an amazing thing to have.

I’d recommend this to any young girl and witch in the making.

Thanks to NetGalley, Simon and Schuster Children’s Publishing, and the author/illustrator for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers and NetGalley for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This graphic novel was so fun and absolutely precious! Jazzy doesn’t feel like a real witch and doesn’t believe in herself. While finding her own way into her own hobbies, she finds that she loves cycling! I loved getting to see her progression of finding herself in both cycling and witchery. There’s a lot of humor and diversity throughout, which I really enjoyed. Definitely recommend this one! It comes out 7/15/25.

The graphics were great, and I loved seeing the story come to life! Excited to read the next volume whenever it releases! Perfect for all ages.

I adore Jessixa Bagley’s picture books and was so excited to get an advanced ecopy of her latest graphic novel releasing this summer… Jazzy The Witch In Broom Doom.

Just as darling as the cover appears this is a very cute with a dash of spooky graphic novel…That I already know my girls are going to be obsessed with. Follow Jazzy as she learns to fly a broom… or does she? She has until the New Moon to learn and with a new passion for cycling her time is preoccupied. With a meddling familiar bat, a friend who immediately takes to flying and a house full of incredible witch ladies… Will Jazzy be able to pull off the unthinkable and actually fly a broomstick?

The backmatter is absolutely awesome and has inspired a future homeschool lesson for this coming October! I can’t wait for this book to release and see what other adventures we take with Jazzy.

Thank you @simonkids 📖

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