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A gorgeous edition of Amy Wilson's critically-acclaimed debut, A Girl Called Owl.
The rising star of children’s fantasy.
A story of wild winds and bitter frosts with the warmth of friendship at its heart.
A winter treat full of frosty magic
This debut is a sparklingly frosty read, full of feisty characters, myth and mystery
[a] magical debut
As well as exploring ancient legends, this book explores themes of friendship and identity, and it works very well as a coming-of-age story with characters you genuinely care about.
a perfect read for those who love wintery magic and a strong female character proving her place in the world.
Absolutely breathtaking
A magical and enchanting story about the mystical world of winter . . . [with] adventure, power, trust, friendship and discovery.
Full of mystery with every turn of the page
A chillingly good adventure about family, friendship and the delicate balance of nature. An engaging read for fans of Narnia.
a spectacular portrayal of nature and its many faces, interweaving legend, fairy-tale, perseverance and friendship into a story that teaches that love and strength can be found in the most unlikely people.
[D]eftly integrates figures from folkore and ancient mythology into the wider narrative of family, friendship and identity
An impressive coming-of-age debut novel, A Girl Called Owl combines elements of mystery, adventure, romance, fantasy and folklore, while set in the contemporary world.
A fantastical coming-of-age tale of magic, love and mystery.
Amy Wilson has a background in journalism and lives in Bristol with her young family. She is a graduate of the Bath Spa MA in Creative Writing. A Girl Called Owl was longlisted for the Branford Boase Award, nominated for the Carnegie Medal and shortlisted for a number of regional awards. Her middle-grade novels include A Girl Called Owl, Owl and the Lost Boy, Snowglobe, Shadows of Winterspell and A Far Away Magic.