How to Get Magically Popular

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Pub Date 14 Aug 2025 | Archive Date 31 Jul 2025

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Description

“This reminded me of Mean Girls and Never Have I Ever! It was a lot of fun!” Maisie Chan, author of Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths

Sabina just wants to fit in at school. But will her magical powers bring her problems or popularity?

A fresh and funny story from award-winning journalist and author Radhika Sanghani, perfect for fans of Lottie Brooks and Dork Diaries.

Sabina Patel has never been popular. And in her new school, in a new town where she doesn't know anyone, Sabina feels more out of place than ever.

When she accidentally unlocks magic powers and starts to see visions of the future, Sabina worries that she'll be even more unpopular than before. But she quickly becomes one of the most popular girls in school, with everyone desperate for her to predict their test answers, prom dates and class election results.

Then she starts seeing futures she'd rather not know about and Sabina's not sure if she's unlocked a gift or a curse.

✨ A book about learning to be happy in the present, rather than letting the future take over your life ✨

“This reminded me of Mean Girls and Never Have I Ever! It was a lot of fun!” Maisie Chan, author of Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths

Sabina just wants to fit in at school. But will her magical powers...


Advance Praise

Praise for The Girl Who Couldn’t Lie

“A hilarious and touching 9+ debut about learning when - and how - to speak up for yourself.” The Guardian

“Sweet and funny and full of heart.” The i

“A gem of a book! A thoroughly engaging story with a super cast of diverse characters that modern young teens will be able to relate to, and which will empower them to own and speak their own truths.” Jen Carney, author of The Accidental Diary of B.U.G.

“I can't lie! I loved it! It was as if Ms Marvel met Liar Liar.” Maisie Chan, author of Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I couldn't put it down.” Emily, age 11

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  “I would 100% recommend this book to all my friends.” Reader Review, age 12


Praise for The Girl Who Couldn’t Lie

“A hilarious and touching 9+ debut about learning when - and how - to speak up for yourself.” The Guardian

“Sweet and funny and full of heart.” The i

“A gem of...


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Bookmarks available. Contact: beth.gardner@usborne.co.uk

For PR queries, please contact: jessica.f@usborne.co.uk



Available Editions

EDITION Paperback
ISBN 9781805318286
PRICE £7.99 (GBP)
PAGES 304

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