Elcarim’s Echo – A Middle Grade Magical Realism Novel

New Middle Grade Book Shines Light on Kindness, Bullying, and Finding Your Voice

By Janice Jn Baptiste

“A magical and inspiring tale for every kid who’s ever felt unheard.”

“This story plants courage like a seed—and it grows.”

When 12-year-old Elcarim (Elco) receives a strange message from a red cardinal, he’s pulled into a journey that will test his courage, compassion, and voice.

Armed with a glowing seed and a growing sense of purpose, Elco must bring hope back to a school overrun by silence, sadness, and bullying. Along the way, he helps a girl with alopecia return to class after being shamed into leaving and learns that sometimes the quietest kids carry the loudest echoes of change.

Perfect for readers ages 9–13, Elcarim’s Echo blends magical realism with real-world issues like bullying, empathy, and the power of speaking up.

Elcarim’s Echo  is a heartwarming blend of magical realism and real-world courage. A powerful, timely story perfect for middle-grade readers, educators, and families.