Ellen Dee Davidson
e-book 978-1-961905-27-6
softcover 978-1-961905-28-3
September 2024 | 196 pages | Age: 8-12 years
Wind is a middle-grade fantasy novel that follows the adventurous journey of Katie, a sixth-grader grappling with her parents’ impending divorce and the ridicule of her classmates. After an earthquake shakes her world, Katie is transported to a mystical realm where she meets Za, a gnome-like alien. Together, they embark on a quest to save their respective worlds from the menacing Poison One. Through encounters with magical creatures and environmental themes, Katie learns the power of friendship, self-acceptance, and the interconnectedness of all life. The novel blends ecological messages with enchanting storytelling, offering young readers both excitement and valuable life lessons.
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“Wind holds an important message for middle-grade readers, couched in the guise of an adventure that adds food for thought about connections, support systems, courage, and the power of believing in oneself and the world.”
“Wind by Ellen Dee Davidson … illuminates the intricate harmony in nature and society, reminding readers that we each impact the world around us.”
—Rachel McMahon, Kids Lit Book Café
“Wind provides hope and resiliency, something we all need right now.”
—Mary Woodbury, host at Dragonfly.eco
“Verly, very, very, very much! I love it!”
—Bella, age 7, when asked by her mom if she enjoyed reading Wind