Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Ruling the World

A parent might reach for this book when their child feels like the 'naughty one' or struggles with impulsive choices and feeling misunderstood. This hilarious diary-style novel follows Loki, the Norse god of mischief, who has been banished to Earth and trapped in the body of an eleven-year-old boy. To avoid an eternity of being eaten by a snake, he must prove he can be morally good, a task he chronicles in a magical journal. The book uses over-the-top humor and clever doodles to explore complex feelings about identity, fitting in, and the gray areas between right and wrong. It’s perfect for kids who feel overshadowed or unfairly labeled, offering a story that normalizes the messy journey of figuring out who you are.