This month in our book club for ages 13-18, we’re reading Howl’s Moving Castle

By Diana Wynne Jones

Farmville-Prince Edward Library

March 21, 2026

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Chat about our latest book club selection over a snack. Sign up and get your free copy at the Farmville Library front desk.

Book description: Sophie has the great misfortune of being the eldest of three daughters, destined to fail miserably should she ever leave home to seek her fate. But when she unwittingly attracts the ire of the Witch of the Waste, Sophie finds herself under a horrid spell that transforms her into an old lady. Her only chance at breaking it lies in the ever-moving castle in the hills: the Wizard Howl’s castle.

To untangle the enchantment, Sophie must handle the heartless Howl, strike a bargain with a fire demon, and meet the Witch of the Waste head-on. Along the way, she discovers that there’s far more to Howl–and herself–than first meets the eye.

In this giant jigsaw puzzle of a fantasy, people and things are never quite what they seem. Destinies are intertwined, identities exchanged, lovers confused. The Witch has placed a spell on Howl. Does the clue to breaking it lie in a famous poem? And what will happen to Sophie Hatter when she enters Howl’s castle?

Ask at the front desk to sign up and get your FREE copy of the book!

Teen Book Club will meet in the youth program room. We will have a snack during book club. When you sign up, please let us know about any food allergies so that we can have safe snacks for everyone.