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  • The Story of Gumluck and the Heroes (Gumluck the Wizard #3)

The Story of Gumluck and the Heroes
(Gumluck the Wizard #3)

Author
Adam Rex
Publication Date
April 29, 2025
Genre / Grade Band
Fiction /  2nd − 3rd
Language
English
Format
Includes Illustrations
The Story of Gumluck and the Heroes (Gumluck the Wizard #3)
Description

The story of Gumluck continues! From New York Times bestselling author Adam Rex, this acclaimed, laugh-out-loud series is perfect for young fans of magic, wizardry, and the special alchemy of friendship.

A hero fights for what is right! A hero's aim is true! Is the hero of this story like that? I don't know. He is the kind of person who might turn you into a donut if he's thinking too hard about donuts. His name is Gumluck the Wizard, and he is on a Quest. Along the way he'll discover singing goblins, unicorn magic, a possible ostrich that breathes definite fire, and three companions who are pretty sure they're heroes already.

With delightful illustrations and a lighthearted mix of fantasy and fairytale elements, this third installment in the chapter book series starring Gumluck the Wizard is a hilarious tale for the reluctant hero in all of us.

FIVE STARRED REVIEWS FOR BOOK ONE!

  • "Adorable."--Shelf Awareness, starred review
  • "Readers will fall in love with [Gumluck]."--School Library Journal, starred review
  • "Silly and heartfelt."--Publishers Weekly, starred review
  • "[A] spellbinding read."--Booklist, starred review
  • "Here's a tale to treasure."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review


JUST RIGHT FOR NEW READERS: With simple sentences, engaging illustrations, and big themes explored with humor and heart, this series is the perfect choice for newly independent readers who love magical tales.

DYNAMIC DUO: This hapless wizard and his lovingly critical friend Helvetica the Raven are memorable characters young readers will love rooting for.

FAVORITE AUTHOR: Acclaimed children's book creator Adam Rex is known for his funny and smart stories. The winner of countless state list awards, Rex is the author of beloved books including, On Account of the Gum, Frankenstein Makes a Sandwich, School's First Day of School, and many more.

Perfect for:

  • Fans of Adam Rex
  • Parents and grandparents seeking funny early chapter book series
  • Teachers and librarians looking for engaging fantasy and magic books for emerging readers
  • Anyone looking for funny, fantasy chapter books
  • Readers who enjoy Chris Colfer's A Tale of Magic, the Unicorn Academy series, and Magic Tree House books
Publication date
April 29, 2025
Genre
Fiction
Page Count
144
ISBN-13
9781797214528
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Series
Gumluck the Wizard
BISAC categories
JUV019000 - Juvenile Fiction | Humorous Stories
JUV037000 - Juvenile Fiction | Fantasy & Magic
JUV045000 - Juvenile Fiction | Readers | Chapter Books
Library of Congress categories
Humorous stories
Magic
Quests (Expeditions)
Wizards
Heroes
Humorous fiction

Kirkus

Starred Review

Funny, smart, and shot through with truly admirable exploits.

School Library Journal

Starred Review

Gr 1-3-Poor Gumluck! His crush, The Very Wise Wizard Who Lives in the Moon, has requested that he join a band of adventurers on their quest in her place. Gumluck obediently obeys and sets off with his pal, the mini-ghost Butterscotch. Left behind is a wise first-person narrator, the all-suffering raven Helvetica and her babies. Helvetica observes Gumluck's travels through a crystal ball, all while dealing with the sibling rivalry and growing pains of her offspring. Who are the adventurers and what is their quest? Eventually, all is revealed as Gumluck finds himself in a moral predicament and a sticky situation with a castle full of trolls. Will his magic save the day? Rex delivers a third entry in a hilarious series for emerging chapter book readers. Set within the framework of a familiar noodlehead tale, the comedy runs absurdist and clever, allowing children to get the jokes without relying on low hanging fruit. The black-and-white illustrations are plentiful; these are funny and warm, and help to move the plot along instead of simply serving as window dressing. Though previous knowledge of Gumluck's world is helpful, this title can stand alone and still make sense. Recommended for fans of notable series like "Dragonbreath," "The Princess in Black," and "How to Train Your Dragon." VERDICT A cut above the usual chapter book fare, this series is for clever kids who want a little substance and magic to their laughs.

Copyright 2025 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

Adam Rex
Adam Rex is the author and illustrator of many beloved books, including the New York Times bestseller Frankenstein Makes a Sandwich. He has illustrated the work of many authors, including Jon Scieszka, Mac Barnett, Jeff Kinney, Kate DiCamillo, Eoin Colfer, Christopher Paul Curtis, Paul Feig, and Neil Gaiman. He lives in Tucson, Arizona. See more about him at adamrex.com.
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