A Witch Lives Here

When Felix and Spike find a spooky house made of black stone and covered in ivy, with tall towers climbing high, they wonder . . .

Does a witch live here?

Felix has read every witchy book in the library, knows everything there is to know about witches, and always carries a book with him, just in case.

Bats in every corner? Check. Croaking toads? Check. Ravens cawing and black cats prowling? Check and check. Felix knows a witch must live here! Spike, though, isn't too sure.

Join these curious friends on a magical adventure filled with clues and seek-and-finds to discover if it's true that "A witch lives here!"

A whimsical picture book about a mysterious house in the woods full of black cats and flying brooms, and a child and dog who follow the clues to determine if a witch indeed lives there. For fans of Kiki's Delivery Service and How to Catch a Witch.

Author: Kristen Dickson
Publisher: Roaring Brook Press
Published: 07/07/2026
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 11.20h x 8.70w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781250792587
Audience: Ages 4-8


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 03/15/2026
Publishers Weekly 06/08/2026
Booklist 07/01/2026

About the Author

Kristen Dickson is the author of Fiona Builds a Fairy House, another picture book about a marvelous house and fantastic friends. She dresses as a black cat every year for Halloween and loves finding magic in everyday things. She lives in Dallas, Texas with her family.

Justine Gilbuena is a Filipina illustrator born and raised in Queens. From her home studio, Justine runs a stationery shop and a monthly snail mail club. She loves drawing cozy moments that celebrate community and slow living, and is inspired by neighbors, friendly strangers, the spooky season, and vintage items--along with the stories they carry.