Patti Calkosz

Like my debut novel, I am set in NYC, where I often took care of other people’s cats but now have my own, as well as sleep deprivation.

Illustrations: Xiao

Praise for Olaf and Essex

“This funny, sentimental, and heartfelt tale highlights the importance of family, multi-species or otherwise…entertaining and emotional…tugs at the heartstrings before it ends with a memorable denouement.”

Kirkus Reviews

“Will entertain children and adults alike . . . a beautifully warm and heartfelt story that will stay with readers long after they finish it.”

IndieReader

MIDDLE GRADE FANTASY

OLAF AND ESSEX

A fox and bear take on bumbling witch kidnappers and the NYPD’s Chief Magic Detector to protect a magical baby and the witches of New York. Read full synopsis…

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Indie Bookstores Carrying Olaf and Essex

Taylor & Co. Books – Brooklyn, NY

Lofty Pigeon Books – Brooklyn, NY

WORD Bookstores – Brooklyn, NY

Stanza Books – Beacon, NY

2024 Appearances

Readings and Book Signings for OLAF AND ESSEX

Tuesday, October 15 @ 7:30 pm
Olaf and Essex Release Party
Taylor & Co. Books
Brooklyn, NY

Sunday, October 20 @ 11:00 am
Sunday Storytime
Taylor & Co. Books
Brooklyn, NY

Sunday, October 27 @ 6pm
Reading
Stanza Books
Beacon, NY

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