An earthquake. A mystical realm. A sharp-tongued alien named Za.
When twelve-year-old Katie is hurled into another world by an earthquake, she finds herself on an unexpected quest alongside Za—and a shape-shifting tree spirit, a playful water god, and radiant nature beings who know more about belonging than she ever expected to find.
A richly imagined fantasy rooted in the deep connections between all living things. For readers ages 10–14 who love adventure, magic, and the world just beyond this one.
Awards & recognition
- Gold Nautilus Award — Middle Grade Fiction
- Mom’s Choice Gold Award — Family Friendly Media
- Independent Press Award — Middle Grade Winner
- IAN Book of the Year — Outstanding YA/Teen Category
- Readers’ Favorite Gold Award
- Moonbeam Silver Award
- Readers’ Choice Silver — Best Children’s Books 8–12
- Green Earth Book Award — Long List YA
- CIBA Gertrude Warner Award — Finalist
- The Wishing Shelf — Finalist
Ellen Dee Davidson
Softcover: 978-1-961905-28-3 | $12.95
E-book: 978-1-961905-27-6 | $7.99
September 2024 | 196 pages | Age: 10-14 years
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In the media
katys_book_shelf – review – September 11, 2024
Archangel Ancient Tree Archive – “The Power of Nature and Community:
AATA’s Special Connection with ‘The Miracle Forest'” – October 24, 2024
Natural Awakenings Chicago – “Nature Immersion: The Healing Power of Wilderness”
by Ellen Dee Davidson – March 31, 2025
Spirit of Change – “Angel Trees” by Ellen Dee Davidson – April 14, 2025
Evolution Radio Show – Gwilda Wiyaka – “Ellen Dee Davidson –
Healing Through Forest Bathing” – April 23, 2025
“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