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In "Wee Winnie Witch's Skinny," Virginia Hamilton presents a whimsical story for young readers. James Lee and his uncle, Big Anthony, find themselves swept up by the eponymous witch into a high‑altitude adventure. Their peril is lifted when Mama Granny appears, using her wisdom and courage to bring them safely back to Earth. The book celebrates friendship, imagination, and the protective power of family.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Virginia Hamilton
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