Dream On
Dream On by Shannon Hale, published by Roaring Brook Press on August 26, 2025, is a middle grade graphic novel that explores themes of hope, friendship, and heartfelt wishes. This 240-page book follows Cassie, a young girl who feels a void in her life due to her family’s financial struggles and her best friend’s shifting attention. When Cassie receives a letter declaring her a winner in a magazine sweepstakes, she envisions how the prizes could transform her life, from new furniture to a special vacation with her friend.
Readers will find a story enriched with bright illustrations by Marcela Cespedes and Lark Pien, bringing to life Cassie’s imaginative journey. The narrative delves into the complexities of growing up, addressing social skills and the emotional challenges children face, such as high sensitivity and big emotions. Dream On serves as a gentle exploration of friendship and the importance of empathy, kindness, and compassion, making it a valuable resource for sparking conversations among young readers.
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Love the Real Friends series? Don’t miss the Indie Bestselling Dream On, the first in a new middle grade graphic novel series about hope, friendship, and heartfelt wishes from mega-bestselling author Shannon Hale, perfect for fans of Invisible Emmie and Click.
Something is missing from Cassie’s life.
Her parents don’t have much money, she has to share her bedroom (and bed!) with her sisters, and her family never seem to have time for her. To make matters worse, her best friend Vali is always busy with a new friend.
When Cassie gets a letter from a magazine sweepstakes with the words “YOU’RE THE WINNER” stamped on the front, she thinks it’s the answer to all her problems.
She could buy new furniture to replace their shabby old sofa. Or maybe a car so her family doesn’t have to take two trips to go places. Or maybe she can make Vali her best friend forever by taking her on a fabulous vacation. The possibilities are endless, like an all-you-can-eat buffet!
But will prizes really solve Cassie’s problems?
And what will she lose if she doesn’t win anything at all?
With bright and charming illustrations by Marcela Cespedes and Lark Pien, Dream On is a joyful story filled with imagination, big dreams, and wonder. This book is perfect for readers who want to enjoy a gentle and accessible friendship story, as well as anyone looking for SEL themes about empathy, kindness, compassion, and forgiveness.
This story also features children experiencing high sensitivity, big emotions, and feelings of sadness, making it a helpful tool to spark conversations and connections with young readers.
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