A Kind of Spark by Elle McNicoll

AS SEEN ON BBC TV

WINNER OF THE WATERSTONES BEST BOOK FOR YOUNGER READERS AND OVERALL WINNER 2021

WINNER OF THE BLUE PETER PRIZE FOR BEST STORY 2021

A KIND OF SPARK tells the story of 11-year-old Addie as she campaigns for a memorial in memory of the witch trials that took place in her Scottish hometown. Addie knows there's more to the story of these 'witches', just like there is more to hers. Can Addie challenge how the people in her town see her, and her autism, and make her voice heard?A story about friendship, courage and self-belief, perfect for fans of The Goldfish Boy.

"Definitive and funny" Susin Nielsen

"A fabulous, brilliant debut" Lisa Thompson

Format:Paperback / softback 208 pages
Publisher:Pan Macmillan
Imprint:Macmillan
ISBN:9781037410642
Published:19 Feb 2026
Classifications:General fiction (Children's / Teenage), Adventure stories (Children's / Teenage), Fantasy & magical realism (Children's / Teenage), School stories (Children's / Teenage), Personal & social issues: self-awareness & self-esteem (Children's / Teenage)
Weight:150g
Dimensions:130 x 197 x 14 (mm)