The Worst Witch is a series of books for children written by Jill Murphy. The Worst Witch is the first book in the series. The book follows Mildred Hubble, a young witch who studies at Miss Cackle's Academy for Witches, a school of magic. Mildred wants to be a good witch, but is clumsy which always lands her in trouble. At school, she becomes friends with Maud Moonshine and Enid Nightshade. The trio have a rival called Ethel Hallow,who is a snob. The Worst Witch chronicles Mildred's adventures during her first year at school.
