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Julie Leong
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USA Today, Sunday Times, and Indie Bestselling Author of THE TELLER OF SMALL FORTUNES, out now // chinese-malaysian american // repped by Paul Lucas // she/her

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Julie Leong @julieleong.bsky.social · Apr 28
It's here!! Check out the gorgeous cover for my second book, The Keeper of Magical Things (a sapphic cozy fantasy set in the same world as Teller, coming out in October) - another incredible work of art by the incomparable @devinellekurtz 💕

Just look at the lil catdragon! I love it so much!
lgbtqreads.bsky.social LGBTQReads @lgbtqreads.bsky.social · Apr 28
Exclusive Cover Reveal: The Keeper of Magical Things by Julie Leong

Today on the site I'm delighted to help reveal the stunning cover of The Keeper of Magical Things by Julie Leong, a Sapphic Fantasy releasing from Ace on October 14, 2025! Here's the story: An almost-mage discovers friendship—and…
Exclusive Cover Reveal: The Keeper of Magical Things by Julie Leong
Today on the site I'm delighted to help reveal the stunning cover of The Keeper of Magical Things by Julie Leong, a Sapphic Fantasy releasing from Ace on October 14, 2025! Here's the story: An almost-mage discovers friendship—and maybe something more—in the unlikeliest of places in this delightfully charming novel from the author of The Teller of Small Fortunes.
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THE KEEPER OF MAGICAL THINGS IS OUT NOW!* *in the US. The UK has to wait until Thursday, sorry! (special shoutout to my dog Kaya for helping announce. she is very concerned about all this catdragon talk and needed reassurance.)
October 14, 2025 at 5:56 PM
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Co-hosts @adrianmgibson.bsky.social & Greta Kelly were joined on the podcast by @julieleong.bsky.social, where they chatted about her new novel The Keeper of Magical Things and more. Stay tuned this Sunday for info on the first of two episodes with Julie.

All episodes available in audio/video.
October 2, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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reactorsff.bsky.social
Certainty Bulrush isn't good at magic. She'll go to the sleepy town of Shpelling, complete her assignment, and leave. No attractive witch is going to interfere with that.

We're excited to share an excerpt from @julieleong.bsky.social's The Keeper of Magical Things!

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Read an Excerpt From The Keeper of Magical Things by Julie Leong - Reactor
An almost-mage discovers friendship—and maybe something more—in the unlikeliest of places…
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September 16, 2025 at 7:32 PM
julieleong.bsky.social
UK COVER REVEAL! 🎉 THE KEEPER OF MAGICAL THINGS is a standalone sapphic cosy fantasy about lady mages wrangling mischievous magical artifacts in a village full of secrets and at least one catdragon. TELLER is getting a beautiful new paperback jacket!

Both available 16.10.2025 from @hodderscape
September 16, 2025 at 6:53 PM
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From my conversation today with @julieleong.bsky.social about what she hopes readers faces will show, when they read #thekeeperofmagicalthings. You can hear it here: podfollow.com/quick-book-r...
September 5, 2025 at 4:41 PM
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kashinggiwa.bsky.social
After a devastating battle, a reluctant rebel is forced to work with a dangerous enemy to save their world.

In the mood for a book about found family, fighting technofascism, and second chances? There are 100 free copies of The King Must Die available on GR: www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...
July 15, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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A reactionary thread to some news I received today:
www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-...?
Top screenshot of headline from @nbcout: "Florida indie bookstore faces backlash after removal of LGBTQ titles" Below, on white background: "I learned today from an NBC journalist that THE TELLER OF SMALL FORTUNES--a book explicitly about family, community, and tolerance--was one of many books quietly removed from shelves by a bookstore in Pensacola, Florida under the guise of making their store more 'family friendly'. Top screenshot of article quote: "My manager told me that as a private business, they don't have to sell or cater to certain people, implying queer families can shop elsewhere," said the current employee... Below: "Book censorship is currently at historic highs, especially targeting LGBTQ+ stories and diverse voices. Removing books that celebrate acceptance, empathy, and love doesn't protect families--it silences stories that deserve to be heard." "I wrote THE TELLER OF SMALL FORTUNES to champion inclusivity and kindness. My next novel, THE KEEPER OF MAGICAL THINGS, is a cozy sapphic fantasy which will likely face even greater challenges from those who don't think queer people are 'family friendly'. This is both demoralizing and infuriating."
May 8, 2025 at 10:56 PM
julieleong.bsky.social
It's here!! Check out the gorgeous cover for my second book, The Keeper of Magical Things (a sapphic cozy fantasy set in the same world as Teller, coming out in October) - another incredible work of art by the incomparable @devinellekurtz 💕

Just look at the lil catdragon! I love it so much!
lgbtqreads.bsky.social LGBTQReads @lgbtqreads.bsky.social · Apr 28
Exclusive Cover Reveal: The Keeper of Magical Things by Julie Leong

Today on the site I'm delighted to help reveal the stunning cover of The Keeper of Magical Things by Julie Leong, a Sapphic Fantasy releasing from Ace on October 14, 2025! Here's the story: An almost-mage discovers friendship—and…
Exclusive Cover Reveal: The Keeper of Magical Things by Julie Leong
Today on the site I'm delighted to help reveal the stunning cover of The Keeper of Magical Things by Julie Leong, a Sapphic Fantasy releasing from Ace on October 14, 2025! Here's the story: An almost-mage discovers friendship—and maybe something more—in the unlikeliest of places in this delightfully charming novel from the author of The Teller of Small Fortunes.
lgbtqreads.com
April 28, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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kashinggiwa.bsky.social
Hello! Chapter 510 and @sistahscifi.bsky.social are holding a benefit on April 29 in Oakland featuring the incredible @nnedi.bsky.social! Proceeds will go toward supporting free writing and publishing programs for Black, brown, and queer youth. Get tickets here: www.chapter510.org/events/chapt...
Poster featuring Nnedi Okorafor
April 18, 2025 at 7:41 PM
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🇬🇧 friends, if you haven't read The Teller of Small Fortunes yet, now's the perfect time - the eBook is available for only 99p on Kindle for the entire month of April!

That's less than a pack of biscuits 🍪 which it happens to pair very well with (and a cup of tea), just saying.

#kindledeal
on a teal background, the US and UK covers of The Teller of Small Fortunes. Top text reads "UK Kindle Monthly Deal!"; below the covers says "99p April 1-30"; the Kindle logo is in the bottom right corner
April 2, 2025 at 3:15 AM
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nilsreviewsit.bsky.social
Happy #internationalwomensday everyone!

It inspired me to share a few of my fave books by female authors that can be read as standalones.

Please feel free to let me know your favourite female authors and/or tag them!
March 8, 2025 at 1:24 PM
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Just finished @julieleong.bsky.social 's "The Teller of Small Fortunes". A+ cozy low- to no-anxiety fantasy with lovable characters, excellent writing, and a bit of gentle moral philosophy. Fans of Becky Chambers' "A Psalm for the Wild Built" will love this one. Highly recommended. #books
March 11, 2025 at 2:57 AM
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agathaandrews.bsky.social
Just had the most wonderful chat with @julieleong.bsky.social about Cozy Fantasy! She is so charming and smart and well read. She had great book recs. You all are gonna love her episode! Stay tuned!
March 15, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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I really enjoyed The Teller of Small Fortunes by @julieleong.bsky.social. I laughed. I cried. It was wonderfully heart warming and find myself missing Tao, Silt, Kina, and especially Mash now that it is over. I highly recommend it for #cozyfantasy fans.

#fantasy #booksky
March 1, 2025 at 5:13 PM
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@julieleong.bsky.social's THE TELLER OF SMALL FORTUNES. Sweet, warm, and filled to the brim with comfort and hope. 💞

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The Teller of Small Fortunes
Check out The Teller of Small Fortunes - <b>AN INSTANT<i> USA TODAY</i> BESTSELLER</b><br><br><b>A wandering fortune teller finds an unexpected family in this warm and wonderful debut fantasy, perfect...
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February 25, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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Over the 🌙 to share that The Teller of Small Fortunes has made the BSFA Award Longlist! Thank you to those who nominated!

Such an honor to be listed alongside fellow debuts @wiswell.bsky.social @samtasticbooks.com @elizachanwrites.bsky.social @rsagarcia.bsky.social

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January 31, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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Thank you so much for reading!
erin1reads.bsky.social Erin @erin1reads.bsky.social · Jan 28
Highly recommend. Wise, kind, beautiful in its celebration of diversity and family.
@julieleong.bsky.social
#booksky
January 29, 2025 at 3:03 AM
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Thanks so much, Pooja!! I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
chandeclipse.bsky.social P. @chandeclipse.bsky.social · Jan 24
The Teller of Small Fortunes by @julieleong.bsky.social. This book was so cozy, magical, and heartwarming, and it was everything I needed this month. Highly recommend reading!
Image of a physical copy of the book “ The Teller of Small Fortunes “ by Julie Leong
January 24, 2025 at 8:31 PM
julieleong.bsky.social
I was confused this morning when some friends congratulated me on making the USA Today bestseller list. "Thank you!" I said. "But that was over two months ago?"

And then they told me to check today's list. Somehow, TToSF is ONCE AGAIN a bestseller! Thank you, booksellers/readers!! ❤️
a screenshot of the USA TODAY's Best-selling Booklist for January 15, 2015 showing The Teller of Small Fortunes by Julie Leong in #128 place. On top, a graphic reading "Thank you readers & booksellers! For making The Teller of Small Fortunes a USA Today Bestseller AGAIN! (2.5 months out from release!)"
January 15, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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proud-geek.co.uk
The Teller Of Small Fortunes by @julieleong.bsky.social is a warm and cosy fantasy, filled with found family, cosy mystery and asexual fortune tellers - perfect for fans of Legends and Lattes.

Grab a copy here: www.proud-geek.co.uk/product-page...

#queerbooks #booksky #lgbtqbooks #bookseller
Book cover for The Teller Of Small Fortunes by Julie Leong
January 2, 2025 at 12:51 PM
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nilsreviewsit.bsky.social
Here’s my Top 5 Reads of 2024!

🏆 The Fury of the Gods by John Gwynne

🏆 The Teller of Small Fortunes by @julieleong.bsky.social

🏆 The Tainted Cup by RJB

🏆 The Scholar and the Last Faerie Door by HG Parry

🏆 The Trials of Empire by @richardswanauthor.bsky.social

Do we share any favourites?
December 28, 2024 at 10:25 AM
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The Teller of Small Fortunes by @julieleong.bsky.social is also a beauty. With or without dust cover, I can’t decide.
A book called The Teller of Small Fortunes. The dust cover features a cat on a branch, teapots, and paper lanterns. The same book without dust cover, revealing a blue caravan with red lanterns The other side of the book, blue Chinese lanterns Spray edge of the book with branches and teapots
December 25, 2024 at 5:46 PM
julieleong.bsky.social
So honored to be included here, thank you Petrik!!
December 20, 2024 at 5:11 AM
julieleong.bsky.social
Thank you to @readingtheend.bsky.social for this thoughtful review of Teller! Really appreciated her reflection on cozy vs challenging speculative fiction.

"We are, as the poet says, each other’s business... If we are going to be people in the world, we’re stuck being people with each other."
reactorsff.bsky.social Reactor Magazine @reactorsff.bsky.social · Dec 12
Sometimes you don't want to read about characters saving the world. Sometime it's enough to save one person.

@readingtheend.bsky.social reviews Julie Leong's The Teller of Small Fortunes, considering cozy fantasy and what choices we make to create it.

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The Teller of Small Fortunes by Julie Leong is a Cozy Fantasy with Substance - Reactor
A review of Julie Leong’s new fantasy novel
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December 12, 2024 at 8:53 PM
julieleong.bsky.social
FYI for gift shoppers -- signed copies of Teller are now available via my neighborhood bookshop!

www.dogearedbooks.com/mail-and-del...

In the details, just write that you want a SIGNED copy of The Teller of Small Fortunes (and include a name too if you want it personalized).

Happy holidays!
Mail Orders — Dog Eared Books Valencia
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December 10, 2024 at 8:20 PM