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Comedian Kate McKinnon to release wonderfully weird book for young readers

Kate McKinnon

In the world of literature, there is always room for something wonderfully weird. And that's exactly what fans of Kate McKinnon can expect from her upcoming book. McKinnon, known for her comedic talent and memorable performances on Saturday Night Live, is set to release her first book, 'The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science.' Published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, this book is the first in a series targeting readers aged 8-12.

Inspired by her own childhood experiences, McKinnon takes readers on a quirky adventure in the town of Antiquarium. This town adheres strictly to etiquette and has a peculiar rule that only bichon frisés are allowed as pets. Meet the Porch sisters - Gertrude, Eugenia, and Dee-Dee. These outcasts find themselves expelled from the traditional etiquette school in their town due to their rebellious behavior. But their lives take an unexpected turn when they come under the tutelage of the unconventional Millicent Quibb.

Aunt Desdemona, Uncle Ansel, and the seven snide cousins, all named Lavinia, decide to give the Porch sisters away to an etiquette school in Austria. However, Gertrude's quick thinking saves the day when she presents an invitation she received to another etiquette school in town, the Marjory Questions School of Etiquette for Young Ladies. With the hope of a scholarship, Aunt Desdemona agrees to give the new school a chance.

The sisters embark on a journey to Mysterium Way, a dark and eerie cul-de-sac. There, they discover the run-down mansion that houses the Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science. As they stand outside the peculiar building, a mysterious sign made of moths transforms, revealing the true nature of the school.

But just as the girls contemplate running away, Millicent Quibb herself appears. With her wild hair and unconventional charm, she becomes a force in the sisters' lives, leading them on unimaginable adventures and teaching them the art of mad science etiquette.

From accidental arson to encounters with Doberman Pinschers, the Porch sisters' journey at the Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette promises to be anything but ordinary. McKinnon's storytelling combines humor, quirkiness, and a touch of the supernatural, creating a delightful and whimsical world for young readers to explore.

'The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science' is a testament to McKinnon's creativity and ability to captivate audiences of all ages. With its release on October 1st, readers can look forward to stepping into a world filled with strange and exciting adventures, where rules are meant to be broken and being different is celebrated.

So, if you're a fan of Kate McKinnon or simply enjoy offbeat stories, mark your calendars for the release of this wonderfully weird book. Get ready to dive into the strange and magical world of the Porch sisters and their mad science adventures at the Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette.

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