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An enchanting graphic novel about a goblin-witch named Beetle who is haunted by the mall in a small town called Allows. She faces the challenge of saving her best friend, Blob Glost, from the mall and confronts her own fear of magic. The story is a playful and exciting adventure, perfect for fans of *Steven Universe* and *Adventure Time*.
First publish date: 2020
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Graphic Fiction
Authors: Aliza Layne
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