Books, Iced Coffee & a Side of Dragons: A Graphic Novel

A Sweet, Sapphic Summertime Romance

Illustrated by Raquel Trave
Published by Andrews McMeel Publishing
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
LIST PRICE $24.99

About The Book

A struggling bookstore, a budding romance, and a mischievous coven of dragons—what could go wrong? Find out in the sugary-sweet sapphic romance graphic novel set on the Jersey Shore, from USA TODAY bestselling author Amanda Lovelace.

Welcome to Sea Witch Cove! Lucinda—call her Luci!—owns Little Lighthouse Books, an adorable bookstore tucked inside a defunct lighthouse in her small Jersey Shore town.

Life would be perfect if only Aster, the trans woman who runs the coffee shop next door, would notice her. But with a little luck—and the help of Dandelion, a tiny, curious wind dragon the two of them rescue—this just might be the summer Luci and Aster finally find love.
  • Cozy summer romance meets gentle fantasy
  • Diverse LGBTQ+ representation
  • Stunning illustrations by artist Raquel Travé
  • Perfect for fans of Heartstopper, The Tea Dragon Society, and Legends & Lattes

Grab an iced coffee and prepare to fall in love in Sea Witch Cove this summer!

About The Author

amanda lovelace (she/they) is the author of several bestselling poetry titles, including her celebrated "women are some kind of magic" series as well as her “you are your own fairy tale” trilogy. they are also the cocreator of the believe in your own magic oracle deck. when she isn't reading, writing, or drinking a much-needed cup of coffee, you can find her casting spells from her home in a (very) small town on the jersey shore, where she resides with her poet-spouse & their three cats.

About The Illustrator

Product Details

  • Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing (August 25, 2026)
  • Length: 160 pages
  • ISBN13: 9798881600860

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Raves and Reviews

“Amanda Lovelace's debut graphic novel Books, Iced Coffee & a Side of Dragons is an absolute delight. Sweet sapphic whimsy, with a side of friendship, community, and utterly adorable dragons, perfect to cuddle up with to decompress from a busy world.” (Georgia K. Boone, USA Today bestselling author of I'll Be Gone for Christmas)

BOOKS, ICED COFFEE & A SIDE OF DRAGONS is a delight! Filled with sweetness (and dragons!), this is an absolutely adorable story paired with irresistibly charming and wonderful artwork! You're in for a treat!”
(Sarah Beth Durst, New York Times bestselling author of THE SPELLSHOP)

Peak healing cozy fantasy — an absolute winning mashup of lovely storytelling and adorable, well-crafted illustrations. What begins as a more episodic series of sweet scenes with the underlying thread of two sapphics falling in love (and trying to save the struggling bookstore) quickly turns into a beautifully complete story about being true to yourself, accepting help, and finding joy in little moments together. The dragons are expertly integrated into the world, using little magics to help make coffee, sort books, and even cool down a sweltering day at the beach. It's easy to fall in love with every character, both human and dragon. The blend of Amanda Lovelace's words with Raquel Travé's illustrations is the ultimate cozy combination…perfect for readers who are eager to see themselves on the page with the cozy, comfy, joyful stories we deserve.
(Wren Jones, author of Practical Potions Mysteries)

“Heartwarming and absolutely charming. Books, Iced Coffee & a Side of Dragons is the perfect read to enjoy with a cup of iced coffee for a cozy escape.”
(Julie Abe, author of The Magic Library of Waterfall Way)

“Does a sweet summer romance benefit from adorable dragons and beachy vibes? The answer is a delightful yes.”
(Travis Baldree, New York Times bestselling author of Legends and Lattes)

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