Discover ‘A Magical Girl Retires: A Novel,’ a witty and imaginative take on the magical girl genre, perfect for fans of “The bookish owl.” Follow a millennial woman battling credit card debt and climate change after a surprising encounter with a clairvoyant guardian angel. This novel reimagines fantasy tropes, revealing that being a magical girl is real work, involving job fairs and trade unions, not just destiny. With no special powers, just a credit card as her wand, she faces the ultimate threat: global climate change. Written by Park Seolyeon and translated by Anton Hur, this enchanting story explores the search for meaning and the desire to do good in a world facing an ending. Find your inner magic with this fun, fast-paced, and deeply personal read.