The Incredible Magic of Being

by Kathryn Erskine
Scholastic, 2017

Julian is optimistic and sees possibilities in wherever he looks.  His family moves to Maine to open up a B&B.  His mother's explanation for the move was for Julian to see the stars in unpolluted clear night sky.

Julian wants to show his family the magic of the universe.  Julian is anxious that his neighbor, Mr. X could bring an end to his parents dream of opening a B&B.

Julian's sister, Pookie gets upset at Julian thinking the entire house revolves around him.  Pookie leaves the family and Julian tries to find her... on a Styrofoam boat.  The cops spot Julian and take him to Pookie to reunite.  Then they become a big happy crazy family:).  And then they realize Mr. X isn't their neighbor.  Mr. X is in Florida.