Everglade 1

The first book in an exciting and funny fantasy trilogy in the tradition of Terry Pratchett and Diana Wynne Jones.

Everglade loves to hate witches. And as the daughter of the last witch, Wren Westerly is the most hated person in town. She can only imagine what would happen if the townspeople found out she could actually see magic ... even if she has no idea how to use it.

But when magic leads Wren to an enchanted necklace and reveals her secret, it's not just Everglade chasing her. It's the Eater - a terrifying creature who is determined to drain all magic from the world, and who really, really wants that necklace.

Leaving Everglade with nothing but the necklace, two accidental travel companions, and directions from a goat, Wren finds herself in a new and infinitely more magical world. And she's the only one who can save it from the Eater. That is, if she can figure out magic.

No pressure.

Welcome to the world of Everglade, where the truth about witches is tangled with lies, and being yourself is the biggest risk of all.

About the Author

Kitty Black is a children's author living in Perth, Australia. With a background in psychology and education, Kitty knows how important stories are for everyone. She is the author of numerous picture books. Everglade is her debut middle grade book. She lives with her partner and two children who are excellent at providing both noise and inspiration, although rarely in equal amounts.

About the Illustrator

Rebecca Crane is an author, illustrator, and visual development artist. She was born in Scotland, grew up in Australia, and spent time in Indonesia before moving back to the UK to study Illustration at Edinburgh University and Character Animation at Central St Martins in London. She's currently based in the Yorkshire Dales where she spends her time writing and drawing, or otherwise likely to be found in a bookshop or antique market trawling the shelves for curious little treasures and black and white photos.