Genie Meanie
Genie Meanie by Mahtab Narsimhan is an illustrated book published by Orca Book Publishers in 2021. This 96-page story follows eight-year-old Kiara, who discovers a genie trapped in a bottle of garam-masala left by her recently deceased grandmother. Excited by the prospect of having a genie at her disposal, Kiara hopes to navigate the challenges of third grade, particularly dealing with a bully named Matt who has made her life difficult.
As the narrative unfolds, readers will find Kiara engaged in a battle of wills with the genie, who is more interested in taking a vacation than granting wishes. Through this whimsical tale, themes of friendship and social challenges are explored, illustrating that true strength often comes from within rather than relying on magic. This edition is fully accessible and offers a unique blend of fantasy and social themes, making it a thoughtful addition to juvenile fiction.
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When eight-year-old Kiara discovers that her recently deceased grandmother left her a genie, trapped in a bottle of garam-masala, she’s elated.
She’ll be a modern-day Aladdin and have someone to do her bidding. And Kiara could really use a little magic. Third grade is just about to start and she’s spent the summer worried about being in class with Matt, a bully who seems to have nothing else to do but make Kiara and her best friend Bai’s lives miserable. Unfortunately, the genie has decided he’s on vacation after working for ten thousand years and is looking for someone to do his bidding. A battle of wills ensues, and Kiara realizes that you don’t really need magic to solve your problems.
The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
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