Do You Believe in Magic? by Jim Melvin

“Do You Believe in Magic?” is book 1 of “Dark Circles, a teen fantasy adventure trilogy praised by Kirkus Reviews and the winner of 14 international awards.

After discovering a magical waterfall deep in the forest, a boy and his dog embark on an epic adventure in a fantastical world filled with monsters and magic. In the real world, Charlie is a 13-year-old nerd picked on by bullies. But in the fantasy world, he becomes a wizard wielding formidable powers. Standing in his way is a vile monster bent on destruction. Only those with a hero’s heart will have the courage to stand at Charlie’s side when the war begins.

“A delightful beginning to a promising series that’s sure to appeal to teen readers who feel like outsiders.” —Kirkus Reviews

Category: Fantasy – Coming of Age

“Do You Believe in Monsters?” is book 2 of “Dark Circles, a teen fantasy adventure trilogy praised by Kirkus Reviews and the winner of 14 international awards.

When Charlie Magus enters a fantastical world hidden deep in the forest, his life is turned upside down. The timid 13-year-old transforms into a powerful wizard wielding formidable magic. In the real world, life goes on as usual. But in the fantasy world, a war is brewing that will dwarf all others. Charlie’s newfound powers stand between victory and defeat. But in which world does he truly belong? Dark Circles is an adventure of epic scope. Only those with a hero’s heart will dare to stand at Charlie’s side as he battles an army of monsters led by an evil being of immense power.

“… a promising series that’s sure to appeal to teen readers who feel like outsiders.” —Kirkus Reviews