Take a look at the cover of The Whimstrick: Discovery of Whimsburrow by ESJ Tasker!
Follow ten-year-old Mikey through a magical portal into the fantastical world of Whimsburrow, where whimstricks, grubblings and other magical creatures roam freely. Trapped in this strange, fantastical land, will Mikey find the magical tools he needs to get back home?
Published 24th September 2024, The Whimstrick: Discovery of Whimsburrow transports readers on an other-worldly adventure filled with weird and wonderful creatures, vile villains and terrifying truths.
In his search for answers to his bizarre nightmares, ten-year-old Mikey finds himself trapped in the mystical world of Whimsburrow, where whimstricks and grubblings roam free, and danger lurks around every corner. As they delve deeper into this magical realm, looking for a way home, Mikey and his newfound companions uncover terrifying secrets, threatening not only Whimsburrow, but our world as well…
Inspired by her own love of fantasy and horror, and her experience with two young sons, ESJ Tasker effortlessly brings to life the creatures of her childhood imagination, deftly crafting a narrative that follows Mikey’s adventure through engaging twists, turns, and pitfalls. Perfect for lovers of The Spiderwick Chronicles and the Harry Potter series, The Whimstrick: Discovery of Whimsburrow will delight any young reader who loves to delve into whimsical fantasy worlds.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
ESJ Tasker is from a little valley in South Wales, and is a mother to two young boys, who make her laugh every day, and are her biggest inspiration.
ESJ Tasker grew up fascinated with the movie Labyrinth, as well as Tim Burton and anything quirky. She was also obsessed with Harry Potter as well as Disney movies. Now, as an adult, she enjoys horror, but still holds that soft spot for milder creepy things. She believes all children like to have some sort of thrill in life, and diving into a book with excitement can advance their imagination, especially when they don’t want to put the book down!
