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WINNER 2026

Wild Magic: Legend of the Black Lion

Bello, Abiola ISBN: 9781398520486
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Misha and Ziggy are no ordinary twins. They have a secret that no one else knows: Misha can speak to animals and Ziggy can shapeshift into them! The siblings couldn’t be happier to be joining their wildlife presenter father on a trip to Ethiopia, and they’re determined to help him bag the best footage of the legendary Black Lion. When the Black Lion goes missing, Misha and Ziggy are certain their powers can help track it down, but they aren’t the only ones on the hunt for the extraordinary animal. Can the twins help keep the whole jungle safe from harm?

- Browns Books Synopsis

Shortlist 2026

Lessore, Nathanael ISBN: 9781788956642
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Bello, Abiola ISBN: 9781398520486
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Powell, Claire ISBN: 9781529524031
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Hammond, Jamie ISBN: 9781835400951
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