About this Event
Join Ronnie Riley at Mabel's Fables to celebrate the release of their new book, Look Pretty, on Friday, January 15, 2027 at 6:30 p.m. ET.
ABOUT LOOK PRETTY
A poignant novel about identity, crushes and all the places in between.
Ola Owens is struggling with the idea of being a girl. In fact, Ola is pretty sure they’re not one. Yet that’s how the world sees them, and it’s getting harder and harder to pretend ― especially with an older sister who is very excited for her upcoming wedding. When Ola is roped into wearing a fancy dress to “look pretty” for their sister’s engagement party, their discomfort grows. Then they have an incident that causes a huge scene at the party, and their grandmother, mother and sister all scold Ola for acting out, leaving Ola wondering how they’re going to survive wedding season without combusting.
Meanwhile, Ola and their cousin (and best friend) Roz befriend Bess, who’s just moved to their town. But when Ola realizes they have a crush on Bess, and fears Roz might as well, their friendship is put to the test.
PREVIOUS BOOKS
Jude Saves the World (2023)
Shortlisted, Hackmatack Children's Choice Award (Atlantic Canada) 2024
Shortlisted, OLA Silver Birch Award, Fiction 2024
Commended, OLA Best Bets 2024
Indie Next List Pick, 2023
Indies Introduce Pick, 2023
Asking for a Friend (2024)
Nominated, OLA Silver Birch Award, Fiction 2025
Commended Best Books for Kids and Teens, Canadian Children's Book Centre, Starred Selection 2024
Event venue & nearby stays
Mabel's Fables Children's Bookstore, 540 Mount Pleasant Road, Toronto, Canada
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