Moonstruck Volume 1: Magic to Brew - Softcover

"That freshly-served QPOC magic we've been craving." -Black Nerd Problems


“Reading Moonstruck is like watching a magic trick up close. Even as you pore over Shae Beagle's beautiful art and laugh at Grace Ellis' sharp dialogue, you don't notice that you've sunk into a whole new world that's packed full of weirdness but feels cozy and lived in. Complete with fuzzy queer romances, mystery-solving sisters, and spooky prophecies, Moonstruck is a comic like no other and if it isn't a huge hit, I'll be very mad at comics.” -Christopher Sebela


"Beagle's art, awash in dreamy pastels and moody lighting, perfectly complements the dialogue and plot, and clever, dynamic panel layouts give the pages lots of compelling visual interest. The refreshing variety of skin tones, gender presentations, and body shapes and sizes (monster and otherwise) emphasizes the overall message of body positivity and an atmosphere of inclusion. For instance, when Julie witnesses Chet's depression and shame after losing their defining feature, she realizes she doesn't need to look like a human girl to feel happy. After all, no one else in her community of mythical creatures is apologetic for who they really are. With jokes, magic, LGBTQ characters, and gorgeous artwork, this series starter has easy appeal for fans of fantasy romance.” -Booklist, starred review


“In a space where every lycanthropic tale we get is male-dominated and aggressive, it's a real treat to meet Moonstruck's protagonist, Julie, a barista in a world full of fantastical creatures that live among humans.” -NYLON magazine


“Like with Goldie Vance, Misfits, and Kim & Kim, I smiled through the entire reading (and re-reading, and re-re-reading...). Consider me hooked.” -Tor.com


“A light-hearted twist on mythical monsters that is rooted in relatable personal dramedy.” -The Onion's AV Club