Available Formats
The Truth about the Tooth Fairy (Miriam's Magical Creature Files #1)
By (Author) Leah Cypess
Illustrated by Sarah Lynne Reul
Abrams
Amulet Paperbacks
28th May 2025
United States
Children
Fiction
Childrens / Teenage: Chapter books (transitional storybooks)
Childrens / Teenage fiction: Fantasy
FIC
Paperback
112
Width 140mm, Height 203mm
A charming new chapter book series about a young Orthodox Jewish girl out to discover the truth about all the magical mysteries in her world, perfect for fans of Marya Khan and Zoey and Sassafras
Miriam is the youngest in her family, and she is tired of being treated like the baby. So, using her superior detective skills, she sets out to debunk the fantastical things that people tell gullible kids, starting with the Tooth Fairy.
When her first tooth comes loose, Miriam is determined to prove to her friends and family that the tooth fairy isnt real. Shes going to lay the perfect trap . . . just as soon as her tooth actually comes out. But despite all her scheming, her investigation doesnt go to plan.
Maybe, just maybe, the tooth fairy is real after all
***STARRED REVIEW***
"Miriams bouncy energy and hilarious commentary make this a laugh-out-loud page-turner that young readers will adore...This book has everything: diverse characters, a funny and entertaining plot, and a stand-out, memorable main character. An essential purchase for all."
Leah Cypess wrote her first story when she was in the first grade and has been writing ever since. Shes the author of the Sister Ever After series along with several books for young adults. She lives in Silver Spring, MD. Sarah Lynne Reul is the author-illustrator of many books for children including Bubbie & Rivkas Best-Ever Challah (So Far!), The Breaking News, and Allie All Along. She grew up in Brooklyn, and now lives just outside of Boston with her family.