Wish Upon a Satellite

"This latest installment in Ciel’s daily adventures shifts into high gear from the first page... The rambling narration balances snark and sincerity. Ciel’s openness about their queerness and neurodivergence is at once playful and vulnerable... Unapologetic and critically engaged."

Kirkus Reviews

“Relatable, gently funny, and achingly real, Wish Upon a Satellite is a teen story both timely and timeless.”

Open Book

“While Ciel is increasingly comfortable in their skin, dating and finding love is a whole new world, and Labelle isn’t afraid to show Ciel’s emotional turbulence while they figure out who they are attracted to and attempt to sort out the range of emotions that come with early romantic experiences … Labelle also explores the important issues of sexting, consent, and boundaries … Sexting has become increasingly common amongst teenagers, and the novel illustrates the risks and consequences of their online activity.” -Rachel Seigel, Canadian Children’s Book News

Rachel Seigel, Canadian Children’s Book News

"Ciel’s narrative represents the inner voice of most teenagers, so the author succeeds in reminding teenage readers to reflect on themselves."

Palmer Library Review

“Labelle is in no short supply of her quirky comedic sense … If you want a cozy comfort read about trans friends just living the minutiae of life, then give this one a read. Trans friends! Just hanging out! Not dying!”

Melis Amber, Geek Girl Authority