Rebecca Podos, author of Homegrown Magic, in conversation with Kayla Cottingham
When:
Wednesday, Jun 11, 2025 7:00p -
8:00p
Wednesday, Jun 11, 2025 7:00p -
8:00p
Where:
Porter Square Books
1815 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02140
Admission:
FREE
Hosted by:
Categories:
LGBTQ+, Lectures & Conferences
Event website:
https://www.portersquarebooks.com/event/rebecca-podos-author-homegrown-magic-conversation-kayla-cottingham
Porter Square Books is excited to welcome Rebecca Podos for the release of her book, Homegrown Magic. Kayla Cottingham will join Podos in conversation. This event will take place on Wednesday, June 11 at 7pm at Porter Square Books (1815 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02140).
Our Cambridge store offers validated parking in the lot on Roseland St. behind Lesley's University Hall. See parking details below.
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ABOUT HOMEGROWN MAGIC
A delightful queer romantic fantasy full of friends-to-lovers chemistry, found family, rival family drama, and cozy garden magic from two acclaimed YA authors making their adult debut
Yael Clauneck is more interested in drinking and flirting than joining their powerful family’s business. They’re on the precipice of a predetermined life when they flee their own graduation party, galloping away in search of . . . well, they’re not sure, but maybe the chance to feel like life can still be a grand adventure.
Margot Greenwillow—talented plant witch, tea lover, and greenhouse owner—has never felt further from adventure in her life. She’s been desperately trying to keep what remains of her family’s magic remedies business afloat. So when Yael, her childhood friend and former crush, rides back into her life, she’s shocked. But perhaps this could be a good thing. After all, Margot could use an assistant in the greenhouses.
Yael has no experience or, honestly, practical skills, but they’re delighted to accept the job. They can lay low for a while, flirting with Margot and figuring out what to do next. Meanwhile, Margot has plans of her own—but plans are notoriously unreliable, and unlikely to survive a swiftly blooming mutual attraction, not to mention the machinations of parents determined to get their heir back . . . no matter the cost.
PRAISE FOR HOMEGROWN MAGIC
“Homegrown Magic is an absolutely enchanting read: as sweet as strawberry jam, as comforting as your favorite tea blend, and brimming with charm and queer joy. I fell in love with Yael and Margot, and so will you!”—Allison Saft, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of A Dark and Drowning Tide
“A lovely queer romance that feels like drinking tea in a cozy cabin . . . extremely relatable but with wonderful world-building that makes you want to learn more about the universe Pacton and Podos have lovingly created. I can’t wait for the next one!”—Kimberly Lemming, author of That Time I Got Drunk and Yeeted a Love Potion at a Werewolf
“Full of flirty dialogue, strong conflict, and a heartwarming love story, this book feels like drinking a warm cup of tea and is perfect for fans of cozy queer romantasy.”—Library Journal
“Magic, demons, spells, and legacies . . . this novel has it all! Yael and Margot’s sizzling spice and adorable charm had me turning pages so fast.”—Rebecca Thorne, USA Today bestselling author of Can’t Spell Treason Without Tea
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Rebecca Podos is the Lambda Literary Award-winning author of YA and Adult novels. FURIOUS, a YA contemporary romance co-written with Jamie Pacton, is her latest release. Their adult fantasy debut, HOMEGROWN MAGIC, will be published by Del Rey in March of 2025, with the sequel to follow in 2026. By day, Rebecca is a Senior Agent at Rees Literary Agency. She also serves as a co-director of the Communications and Fundraising Committee for Literary Agents of Change, a 501©3 nonprofit committed to dismantling the barriers to entry into the field for members of historically underrepresented groups.
Kayla Cottingham (they/she) is a former teen librarian and New York Times bestselling author of sapphic horror and fantasy novels. Originally from Salt Lake City, Utah, Kayla lives in Boston where they love to go hiking in the woods, play RPGs, and snuggle on the couch with their ridiculously large black cat, Squid.
PARKING
Porter Square Books: Cambridge Edition offers validated parking in the lot on Roseland St. behind Lesley's University Hall. Roseland Street is accessible by Beacon Street and Mass Ave. When you arrive at the lot, use the screen on the kiosk to get a ticket.
When you're ready to leave, ask for a validation barcode at the cash register. (No purchase necessary.) Parking is free on weekends and weekday evenings from 6PM-7AM. From 7AM-6PM on weekdays the first 45 minutes are free.
Upon exiting the lot, scan your ticket and choose "validation." Then scan the barcode your received from us. If you have an additional charge, you will be prompted to pay after scanning your barcode.
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