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by Dana Simpson (Author)
Enter the magical, hilarious world of Phoebe and Her Unicorn with this sparkling boxed set featuring books 5-8 of Dana Simpson's beloved comic strip series.
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR! Phoebe Howell and her best friend, glamorous unicorn Marigold Heavenly Nostrils, are back for more laugh-out-loud adventures, awkward moments, magical mishaps, and surprisingly relatable life lessons. Whether you're discovering the series for the first time or adding to an existing collection, this boxed set delivers hours of fast-paced, highly bingeable reading. Filled with friendship, imagination, school-day chaos, and unicorn-sized humor, The Shimmering Box of Unicorn Sparkles is perfect for both reluctant and independent young readers who love funny fantasy adventures with heart. Includes four Phoebe and Her Unicorn books:- Unicorn Crossing: Follow Phoebe and Marigold as they experience somewhat-spooky Halloween parties, awesome snow days, and looming summer reading assignments.
- The Magic Storm: In the first graphic novel of the series, Phoebe and Marigold experience a powerful winter storm with unexpected magical consequences.
- Unicorn of Many Hats: Laugh alongside our lovable duo as they question the idea of "coolness," gain a deeper appreciation for the power of friendship, and put off summer reading assignments for as long as physically possible.
- Unicorn Theater: The series' second graphic novel finds Phoebe and Marigold back at theater camp, navigating insecurities, friendship, and working together to plan an original play.
Perfect for:
- Readers ages 8-10 who love unicorns, graphic novels, and magical friendships
- Fans of humorous middle-grade comics and illustrated storytelling
- Parents and teachers looking for engaging books that encourage independent reading
- Gift-givers searching for a fun boxed set for birthdays, holidays, or classroom libraries
What makes this series stand out:
- Clever humor that works for multiple age groups
- Expressive artwork and highly readable comic pacing
- Positive themes about friendship, confidence, creativity, and growing up
- A unique blend of whimsical fantasy and relatable school-life experiences
Whether you're shopping for a comics aficionado or a young reader who needs a fun series to fall in love with, The Shimmering Box of Unicorn Sparkles offers a joyful reading experience packed with charm, humor, and magical friendship.
Author Biography
Dana Claire Simpson grew up in Gig Harbor, Washington, drawing the entire time. She eventually graduated from The Evergreen State College, despite having spent all her time drawing, and not always for credit. From 1998 to 2008, she drew the internet comic strip Ozy and Millie. After winning the Amazon-sponsored Comic Strip Superstar Contest in 2009, Andrews McMeel Syndication signed her to a development deal for Heavenly Nostrils, which was later renamed Phoebe and Her Unicorn. She currently lives in Santa Barbara, California, with her tech genius husband and her fairly stupid cat.
