> Resources > FIRST CHAPTER: Brittle Magic by Kate O’Shaughnessy First Chapter FIRST CHAPTER: Brittle Magic by Kate O’Shaughnessy Enjoy hearing the first chapter of Brittle Magic, read to you in this video by author Kate O’Shaughnessy. Related Books Ages 8-12 years Brittle Magic Kate O'Shaughnessy Related Resources Brittle Magic Educators’ Guide Featured In Navigating Loss with Young Readers Books that explore grief and healing Book Lists New Books from Award-Winning Creators Book Lists 2026 Starred Reviews Reviews & Awards New Chapter Books and Middle Grade Fall 2026 Book Lists Kate O’Shaughnessy Newbery Honor winning author of The Wrong Way Home Creator Spotlight