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Do You Have Any Fairies?
Faery Academy of QuillSnap follows Tansy WaterSprite, a “Little” in the Human Realm, being held by her evil guardian, when a mysterious visitor shows up at the toadstool house with an invitation to attend the Faery Academy. She will first have to get there, where she will have to find her inner strength and courage and uncover answers to family and faery secrets.
What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?
One afternoon with my 4-year-old granddaughter on my farm in the Enchanted Land of Iowa, where I live, is in a forest. I took her to see the forest that had just been trimmed of dead branches and brush, which now looks like a true Enchanted Forest.
She said, “I love your Enchanted Forest, Mimi, but do you have any fairies?”
Thinking quickly, I responded, “Of course I do. Over here is where they live, and over here is where they go to school, because they are not born a fairy; they have to go to school to be a fairy.”
She was deep in thought as she considered this information. She was getting ready to go to preschool and didn’t think it was a good idea, since she already knew everything; however, if fairies had to go to school too…
At night, she preferred fairy stories instead of reading a book. Kids are really smart and remember if you repeat part of the story, and I would quickly be told, “Mimi, you already told us that!” I had to start writing it down, and today it is the Faery Academy of QuillSnap: Night of the Purple Moon.
There is a lot of time and care spent on descriptions and building the setting and tone of the story. Was this out of necessity to develop the depth of the story, or was it something that happened naturally as you were writing?
This came naturally as I was telling my granddaughter the story that was inspired by our afternoon in the Enchanted Forest that sparked the story.
What were some themes that were important for you to explore in this book?
Adversity builds character, I think I can becomes I know I can, Girls and women can do anything.
Will this novel be the start of a series, or are you working on a different story?
I am currently working on the sequel, hoping to go to editing by the first of the year.
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Finalist Independent Author Award
Finalist for Global Book Awards
In a world invisible to human eyes, the enchanting Faery Realm exists. Entering a secret portal from the mundane to the magical begins Tansy WaterSprite’s adventure of sparkling danger. Her evil guardian is stalking her with a different, dark agenda. Only “littles” who have been monitored since birth and passed secret tests are invited to attend the Faery Academy of QuillSnap, but not everyone gets to stay. Those who overcome the dangerous obstacles during the Night of the Purple Moon will determine who stays. Hidden family secrets shape Tansy’s destiny as she uncovers her inner strength and resilience, forging a new path guided by newfound courage—a new kind of faery tale for all ages.
Faery Academy of QuillSnap: Night of the Purple Moon
Faery Academy of QuillSnap unfolds as a sparkling adventure that blends the everyday world with a secret realm full of faeries, magic, and danger. The story follows young Tansy WaterSprite, who escapes a harsh guardian and discovers she was destined for a faery academy. Meanwhile, a grandmother and granddaughter in the human world stumble into an enchanted mystery of their own. The book weaves these threads together with colorful scenes, playful creatures, and a sense of wonder that feels constant.
I found myself charmed by the author’s imagination. The imagery pops. The descriptions of enchanted forests, shimmering potions, and glittering wings gave me that warm feeling you get when a story sweeps you away. At times, the writing leans into whimsy, but I never felt lost. I liked the cozy tone and the gentleness in the way magic appears. It feels like the book invites you to go along instead of pushing you. I appreciated that.
I also had strong feelings about the emotional beats. Tansy’s fear around Merkel really resonated with me. The shift from dread to hope felt genuine. The scenes with Mimi and Rose left me with a sweet ache because of the love between them. Some moments wandered a little, yet the heart of the story always pulled me back in. I enjoyed how the narrative threaded humor through the tension. It kept me invested and curious about what would happen next.
I feel the book would be a great fit for readers who love gentle fantasy, vivid worlds, and stories that carry a sense of childlike wonder. It would be perfect for middle-grade readers and also for adults who enjoy whimsical escapes. If you like books that mix warmth with adventure, I would recommend giving this one a try.
Pages: 414 | ASIN : B0DJCTXDK9
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