Mortimer's Magical Goo

To Be Released May 22nd, 2026!

Mortimer doesn't want to clean his room. When he discovers magical goo that will do it for him, it feels like the perfect solution! When Mortimer realizes the goo costs him a lot in return, he is left wondering if he should use the goo or face the boring hard chores he has to do every day.

Children ages 3-8 will enjoy reading about what it would be like to create magical wishing goo.

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Reviews for Mortimer's Magical Goo

Booklife Review

"Like Mortimer, young readers will gain an appreciation for effort—the imperfect process of trying—over any illusion of perfection. Palmer blends wish-fulfillment with realistic activities in Mortimer’s Magical Goo, emphasizing how doing the work is as important as the end result."

The Prairies Book Review

"A thoughtful and emotionally perceptive picture book about effort, friendship, and learning that imperfection is part of growing up."

The Midwest Review

"Mortimer’s worries about making an effort, being perfect, and preserving the delightful things in life translate to a fun tale that holds many thought-provoking moments of realization about the underlying possibilities of adversity and the detriments of leading a life without challenge."

"This is definitely a book I would love to add to my daughter's library. It shares such a meaningful lesson for children that it is okay not to be perfect. What truly matters is trying your best and enjoying the moment."

Goodreads Review