BOOK OF MURMURS TP (MR)

Book of Murmurs is a fantasy graphic novel by Candice Purwin that follows Little Moon on a quest to rebuild her shattered world after her parents are slain and a mischievous thief steals the family book. The story sweeps readers through the lush Glassmoor forest, the chilling magic of The Fault, the ethereal grandeur of The Wandering Haar, and the hidden corners of the Mushroom Library, where names carry real power. Along the way, Little Moon befriends and battles strange companions—from goblins to a looming assassin and the librarians—while facing the Shenk, a nameless terror threatening to erase the realm. Purwin’s story blends coming-of-age grief, a mother-daughter witchcraft lineage, and a tender, inclusive exploration of queerness, rendered in lush watercolors and colored pencils. It’s a richly imagined tale about memory, identity, and finding one’s voice in a world where names shape reality.

Who might be interested in reading?

• Readers who enjoy lyrical, image-forward fantasy with rich world-building and mythic lore.
• Fans of coming-of-age tales that explore grief, identity, and family history, including queer representation.
• Readers who treasure art-driven storytelling, especially lush watercolors and colored-pencil visuals.
• Those drawn to stories where language and names hold power, blending whimsy with darkness.