Young Dragons

11/21/2024

✨ Exciting News from Young Dragons! ✨

We’re overjoyed to welcome Annmarie SanSevero to the Young Dragons family! 🎉 Annmarie brings her award-winning talent for science fiction and fantasy to her thrilling new Middle Grade series, Marked by Magic.

📖 In Marked by Magic:
In a world ruled by machines and devoid of magic, twelve-year-old Leif’s life is upended when a mysterious rune marks him as a magic-bearer. Armed with emerging magical powers, an unlikely group of allies, and a fierce determination to uncover the truth, Leif embarks on a dangerous quest to find his missing father. But as magic and machines collide, Leif must navigate a world where every choice could cost him everything.

✨ With unforgettable characters, high-stakes adventure, and a world teeming with secrets, Marked by Magic promises to captivate readers of all ages!

When Annmarie isn’t crafting epic adventures, she’s tap dancing, playing violin, or diving into new hobbies—she even dreams of going LARPing one day! 🎭 🎻

Stay tuned for updates, sneak peeks, and release dates for this magical new series. Welcome to the Young Dragons family, Annmarie! 💜🐉

10/22/2024

10/20/2024

Congratulations to Young Dragons authors Joni Franks and Barbara L. Clouse for taking home the Silver and Gold Will Rogers Medallion Awards for their books “Holly Berry and Mistletoe” and “The Healing Lodge!” We couldn’t be more proud!

And congratulations to Joni for a second time for being named WRMA 2024 Illustrator of the Year! It’s a well-deserved honor!

10/15/2024

Saddle Up for a Heartwarming Christmas Tale! 🎄🤠

Looking for the perfect holiday story to share with the young buckaroos in your life? COWBOY TRUE'S CHRISTMAS ADVENTURE, written by New York Times bestselling author Chris Enss and beautifully illustrated by Melissa & Jeff Galpin, is out today! 📖✨

Join Cowboy True, a big-hearted ranch hand, as he discovers that the true spirit of Christmas isn't found in gifts or decorations—it’s in helping others. This Western-themed adventure is packed with warmth, kindness, and a little holiday magic, making it a perfect addition to your family’s Christmas tradition. 🎁🐴

Whether you’re reading to your little cowboys and cowgirls or they’re learning to read on their own, Cowboy True’s Christmas Adventure will capture their hearts and imaginations. Available now in paperback and eBook wherever books are sold!

09/17/2024

🌟 **NEW RELEASE ALERT!** 🌟

Ever seen a zoo built by imagination? Jon has! 🎨🐒
He thought his birthday book was blank—until he realized it's up to HIM to create a zoo like no other! 🚀🐘🦁

From wild adventures to hilarious surprises, author Linda S. Mai's IMAGINE A ZOO invites your little ones to dream BIG and explore a magical world where anything is possible. With Brandie Hanson’s whimsical and adorable illustrations bringing Jon’s wild adventure to life, it's the perfect story to inspire creativity and fun for your little ones!

📚 A perfect gift for parents, grandparents, and young explorers!

Get ready for WILD fun—grab your copy today! 🦓✨

08/20/2024

🌊📚 Exciting News from Young Dragons! We're thrilled to announce the release of FLOW, the second book in the Dax Masters series by Dana Goldstein! Dax is back, and this time he's diving deep into a new environmental challenge that could change the future of our oceans. Can Dax and his team of young scientists find the solution in time? 🌍💡

Get ready for an adventure filled with science, friendship, and the fight to save our planet. Don’t miss out on this must-read for young environmentalists!

Get your copy in paperback or eBook today wherever books are sold!

Here's the Amazon link: https://a.co/d/gnv1hZN

08/14/2024

🌟 New Release Alert! 🌟

We’re thrilled to announce the release of two enchanting children's books that are sure to inspire and entertain young readers!

📖 First up, check out THE STORY: HOW BILLY THOMAS LEARNED THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING HONEST by Phil Mills Jr Billy Thomas is a baseball-loving dreamer who finds himself in a tricky situation when he forgets to read the book for his school report. Instead of admitting the truth, Billy spins a wild tale about a famous dual-sport hero. But as guilt sets in, he must decide whether to keep the fib going or embrace honesty. Join Billy on a heartwarming journey of integrity and self-discovery!

🐾 Next up, don't miss SAGEBRUSH MEETS THE SHUNS by Author Joni Franks. In a peaceful ranch near the Rockies, Sagebrush, a brave tailless puppy, hears a mysterious rumble in the forest. Determined to uncover the cause, she stumbles upon the Shuns—tiny creatures whose homes are threatened by tree-cutting machines. With courage and friendship, Sagebrush sets out on an adventure to save her newfound friends and protect Mother Earth. This delightful tale teaches the importance of conservation and respect for all living beings.

Get ready to dive into these captivating stories that will spark the imagination and warm the hearts of readers young and old! 🌍⚾📚

07/12/2024

📚🎉 Join us for a special storytime on Arkansas PBS! Tune in on July 14, 2024, at 4:56 a.m. to enjoy "Beastie Jamboree" by Connie Bergstein Dow. Don't miss out on this fun and exciting adventure! 📖✨

06/05/2024

A hearty congratulations to author Barbara L. Clouse and illustrator Gabby Correia Illustration on their finalist selection for the Will Rogers Medallion Award in the Young Readers/Illustrated category. We are so proud of you!

05/09/2024

“Real dogs don’t need tails.” That’s what Maverick and Ginger told their precious baby Sagebrush when she was born without a tail. Follow the adventure of Sagebrush, the tailless puppy, as she overcomes labeling and bullying by her peers with the help of Young Miss who hasn’t let being a girl stop her from achieving her dreams. Together, Young Miss and Sagebrush disprove the skeptics in this first book in the award-winning Corky Tails book series.