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The Switch Witch: Keeper of Sweet Dreams, A Halloween Tradition by Bridgetta Tomarchio (Book Review)

From the award-winning, bestselling author of Monsters Don’t Say Meep comes The Switch Witch: Keeper of Sweet Dreams, A Halloween Tradition.

What if your Halloween candy could create sweet dreams all year long?

Have you heard of the Switch Witch?

On Halloween night, children choose a few special treats to leave out for her. While they sleep, she works her magic and leaves a surprise in their place. It’s a Halloween tradition families everywhere are falling in love with, and this is the story of how it all began.

Every night, the Switch Witch protects children’s dreams, turning scary ones into sweet ones. But after a whole year of magic, her powers are running low. This Halloween, she needs one special ingredient to save the sweetest magic of all.

Can one small wish and a few special treats bring back her magic?

Perfect for:

  • Families starting a Switch Witch tradition
  • Halloween bedtime reading
  • Parents looking for a gentler, magical Halloween
  • Ages 3-8

Add this magical Halloween story to your cart today.

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(review request submitted by the author for an honest critique) 

 

The Switch Witch: Keeper of Sweet Dreams (A Halloween Tradition) is an exciting story, bursting with color and magic that’ll get your kids in the holiday spirit!

Every witch has their own special kind of magic; the Switch Witch uses her magic to protect children’s dreams. Every night, the witch’s magic globe shows which children’s dreams need her help, and she turns the scary situation into a comical scene that brings plenty of laughs. 

One sneak peek: many kids are scared of spiders, and that fear shows up in their dreams. For one little boy, the fear-inducing creepy crawler is holding 4 cupcakes while wearing 4 roller skates, a tutu, and a crown. Oh, and it is wearing makeup. Get the book to reveal this adorable illustration! 

The Switch Witch’s magic isn’t endless; she needs to refuel, but how? With a spell called The Sweet Brew that needs lots of candy that has to be given to her freely by the kids. Do your kids gobble up all their Halloween candy, causing stomach aches, or refuse to share it with others? Do you throw away mounds of candy every year? The Switch Witch: Keeper of Sweet Dreams gives families a kind-hearted, sweet idea for what to do with excess sugary treats. Though witches are not real, giving or donating the candy is a wonderful idea, and so is leaving a wish behind. Parents can fulfill these wishes, much like they do with other holiday characters (e.g., Easter Bunny and Santa Claus). 

The artwork has several inconsistencies, but very young kids will overlook them or not care. Readers will love and giggle at what happens when the candy is added to the cauldron; namely, what happens to the black cat during the addition of the bubble gum and taffy. To clarify, the artwork mistakes do not affect the story’s flow or plot. It’s a delightful story, and reading it would make a great Halloween tradition, and so would the wish idea! 

My recommended reading age is 3-9 years. 

 

Heart Rating System:
1 (lowest) and 5 (highest) 
Score: ❤️❤️❤️❤️

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Meet the Author

Bridgetta Tomarchio is an author, ghostwriter, and PR powerhouse who has helped countless entrepreneurs and creatives bring their stories to life. Founder of Plot Twist Ink, she coaches writers from concept to bestseller, drawing on 20+ years of experience in media, publishing, and publicity. Her career spans actress, host, producer, and publicist for celebrities and high-profile clients, giving her an unmatched eye for storytelling that captivates both readers and the media. Bridgetta’s own writing blends raw honesty, empowerment, and heart—whether she’s crafting memoir, children’s adventures, or bold fiction. Her greatest inspiration is her 5-year-old son, Lucian, who fuels her imagination and serves as her enthusiastic “guinea pig” for children’s stories. With every project, Bridgetta weaves purpose, passion, and authenticity—helping others find their voice and transform their stories into legacies.

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Gingersnap Snatcher by Vicky Weber (Book Review and Author Interview)

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Abuela made cookies to eat after school.

The gingersnap kind, just the thought made us drool!

We rushed home excited. We opened the door…

…The cookies were missing-just crumbs on the floor!

Can you help the kids crack the case of the Gingersnap Snatcher?

 
 
 
 

I received a complimentary copy of this book from iRead Book Tours. I voluntarily chose to read and post an honest review.
 
 

Oh my goodness gracious, I loved everything about Gingersnap Snatcher. 

First, the story was adorable and funny. As an owner of a kitty, I cracked up over the image of Mr. Wiggles, created by Svitlana Liuta, with a mouthful of cookies, and one is his paw. Oh, and the Christmas tree scene is totally relatable. My kitty is either in the tree or lying on the couch, staring at the twinkling lights. 

I think toddlers will love looking at all the bright and bold pictures, while elementary school-age children will love trying to solve the mystery alongside the three siblings. I can practically hear the giggles when they discover who the cookie thief was.

 After the revelation, stick around; Vicky Weber included bonus material.

1.) “Gingersnap Snatcher” song. To be honest, we (my daughter and I) could not find the right rhythm and beat to make it flow effortlessly. Instead, we sang, “Who stole the cookies from the cookie jar?”

2.) A way for you to get Abuela’s gingersnap recipe. Most kids love helping out in the cookie-making process, and they also love eating their creations. If you haven’t made these from scratch yet, now’s the time!

I can’t wait to make these with my youngest!  

 

Heart Rating System:
1 (lowest) and 5 (highest) 
Score: ❤❤❤
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Vicky Weber is a musician and an elementary educator with a love for children’s literature. As a Puerto Rican author of Taíno descent, she strives to create picture books that are fun, engaging, and educational. All her current titles are based on her background in music education or her heritage. While she has taught a variety of grade levels, primary level education is where her passion lies. It has long been a dream of hers to teach children through the magic of books and she hopes you love reading her works as much as she loved writing them.

 

 

Do you write every day?

(Vicky) I don’t but I think that’s healthy. With any job, trying to do big projects every single day is a quick way to burn yourself out. I write whenever I can but I also try to spend as much time with my family as I can.

 

As a mom and business owner, how do you find the time to write?

(Vicky) Great question. I’ll be honest, it’s not easy. My baby girl is almost five months old, so I try to soak up every snuggle and every laugh because I know that time goes by quickly. Really, it’s all about balance and creativity. Sometimes, I write using the notes app on my phone. Sometimes, I use talk-to-text and send story ideas to my husband. And sometimes, writing doesn’t happen until after my daughter’s bedtime. Every day is a new adventure…both in writing and in parenthood.

 

You have published 6 books with another on the way. Do you have a favorite?

(Vicky) (I actually have more than that!) Rhythm Rescue was my first idea for a story, but it wasn’t the first book I published because I was nervous. Scared, even. I didn’t know if other people would like it and the book was so close to my heart. I feared rejection. But I pushed through, got it published, and now, it is my bestselling title. I frequently get emails and pictures of teachers using it with their music classes or parents reading it to their children. If I had to choose a favorite book, it would be that one.

 

What’s your favorite song/instrument/book?

(Vicky) To be quite honest, my collection of books for my music classroom is quite large because I strongly believe that music and literacy go hand-in-hand. There are so many that I love! One that I always start the school year with is Giraffe’s Can’t Dance by Giles Andreae. It is a great way to facilitate a conversation about respecting one another as we create, and we discuss how some things will be easier than others but to never give up. Throughout the year, when students get frustrated, I remind them of the end of the book: “We all can dance…when we find the music that we love.”

 

What does a typical morning look like for you?

(Vicky) Oh, nothing special. I get my daughter ready for the day and then I sit down with my coffee and breakfast. I check my planner (I have to keep one or I’ll have NO idea what day it is!) and then I get to work. I network, market, write, research, answer other author’s questions…it takes up more of the day than you’d think! But I love it.

 
 
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Disclaimer: All questions and answers were constructed by the author and/or their representative. 
 
 

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