Meet Middle Grade fantasy author Elary J. Wakefield

Elary J. Wakefield, a fantasy author, first learned to “write” by telling herself stories on her jungle gym at age 5, then forcing her father to type them up because she couldn’t write yet. As soon as she could write, she never stopped and aimed to write good fantasy books for middle grade and up.

Now she lives in Vienna, Austria, with her loving wife, working in a pre-K, teaching children English and is a fantasy book author. She loves swinging on swings, drinking black tea, and cuddling with her Bengal cats: Siegfried and Jhana. Featherlow: Bird Out of Paradise is her first novel, but not her last.

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Featherlow: One Of The Good Fantasy Books For The Middle Grades

Featherlow: Bird Out of Paradise by Elary J. Wakefield is a rich tapestry of myth, magic, and self-discovery set against the backdrop of a snowy, enchanted world. The novel explores themes of courage, family legacy, and the resilience of the human spirit through the eyes of Eva, a spirited twelve-year-old girl thrust into a dangerous adventure. The story begins with a life-altering encounter when Eva rescues a wounded cardinal from a gargantuan falcon. The next day, her parents are summoned by their Queen to investigate a mysterious book, leaving Eva home alone. That night the monstrous falcon returns with a vengeance and destroys Eva’s family home. Homeless and alone, Eva and her newfound cardinal friend embark on a perilous journey to reunite with her family. Guided by a powerful gift and the cardinal’s wisdom, Eva must confront magical beings, treacherous environments, a world war, and her own fears. Along her journey , she transitions from a curious child into a courageous young hero.

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I read this one of the greatest fantasy books of all time to my 10-year-old, and from the very first page, it hooked us. The character of Eva feels real; she’s scared, brave, and funny all at once. The snowy Phoenix scene gave us chills in the best way.”

The book’s pace is great, the world is vivid, and there are zero dull moments. My favorite character from the book is the Flame-Heart king. Just grab your copies right today.