About the author
Laura Krantz is an American journalist and podcast host known for Wild Thing, a podcast investigating Bigfoot and other unexplained phenomena through a journalistic, evidence-based lens. Her book Do You Believe in Magic? (a Wild Thing Book): The Search for Wonder, from Sorcery to Science, published by Abrams Books for Young Readers, extends that approach to a younger audience, applying the scientific method and reporting skills to questions about spells, curses, hexes, potions, and superstition across history. Rather than presenting magic as literally effective, Krantz uses her journalistic training to trace where such beliefs come from and how people have tested or debunked them, making the book a work of investigative nonfiction for young readers rather than a practice guide. It reflects her broader body of work examining fringe beliefs and unexplained claims through careful reporting.
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💬 What our editors say about Laura Krantz's books
“Krantz delivers an engaging journalistic exploration of how ancient magical practices inadvertently fostered modern science. The narrative effectively traces the lineage from alchemy to chemistry, making it accessible and…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Do You Believe in Magic? (a Wild Thing Book): The Search for Wonder, from Sorcery to Science Krantz, Laura
“Krantz effectively demystifies the past by linking ancient magical practices to the foundations of science. However, this approach may disappoint readers seeking deep, scholarly analysis or those who prefer strict adherence to…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Do You Believe in Magic? (a Wild Thing Book): The Search for Wonder, from Sorcery to Science Krantz, Laura
