Ruth Lauren – författare

The second book in this fresh, thrilling middle-grade fantasy series that''s Percy Jackson meets Frozen.One month has passed since Valor broke her twin sister Sasha out of jail. But the girl responsible for her imprisonment, Princess Anastasia, has gone missing, and Valor still longs for justice. So when the queen, desperate to find her daughter, asks Valor and Sasha to track Anastasia down, they don''t hesitate to accept the perilous assignment.But just as the girls team up with old friends to embark on the search, the queen vanishes without a trace. If Valor can''t restore the rightful ruler, she risks getting sent back to prison . . . and tearing her newly reunited family apart. Relying on her own instincts - and some allies she can''t quite trust - Valor must navigate twisting city streets, bustling docks, and hidden passages to foil Anastasia'' nefarious plot before it''s too late. Set once again in the icy and dangerous queendom of Demidova, Ruth Lauren sweeps readers on another unforgettable adventure alongside an equally unforgettable heroine.

Valor is under arrest for the attempted murder of the crown prince. Her parents are outcasts from the royal court, her sister is banished for theft of a national treasure, and now Valor has been sentenced to life imprisonment at Demidova, a prison built from stone and ice.But that''s exactly where she wants to be. For her sister was sent there too, and Valor embarks on an epic plan to break her out from the inside.No one has escaped from Demidova in over three hundred years, and if Valor is to succeed she will need all of her strength, courage and love. If the plan fails, she faces a chilling fate worse than any prison ...An unforgettable story of sisterhood, valour and rebellion, Prisoner of Ice and Snow will fire you up and melt your heart all at once. Perfect for fans of Katherine Rundell, Piers Torday and Cathryn Constable.

"An explosion of imagination - characters, world-building and story are all on point" - Irish ExaminerWhen Tourmaline's mother goes missing on a search for precious artefacts, Tourmaline sets off to find her with her best friend George, her new friend (former foe) Mai and her limitless determination. On their adventure, they encounter a band of female pirates, a maze of talking trees and a series of challenges that test the children and their friendship. But will it be enough to reunite Tourmaline with her mother?The first book in a fun, feminist fantasy adventure series, with a protagonist that flies off the page and into readers' imaginations. Perfect for fans of Katherine Rundell, Vashti Hardy and Abi Elphinstone.PRAISE FOR TOURMALINE AND THE ISLAND OF ELSEWHERE"I absolutely loved it, and couldn't put it down - it's extraordinary, and I hope readers will be delighted with it! This unforgettable adventure will bring you to places beyond your wildest imagination... All aboard!" - Sinéad O'Hart, author of THE TIME TIDER"An exciting, magical adventure, written with wit and warmth and a wonderfully bold and bolshy heroine. It feels like an instant classic." - Sophie Cameron, author of OUR SISTER, AGAIN"A delightful romp of a tale as we follow the intrepid Tourmaline and her brilliant sidekicks on the adventure of a lifetime to find her mum. Sharply drawn, beautifully observed and with plenty of action and humour to make the reader gasp and shriek in equal measure." - Lou Abercrombie, author of COMING UP FOR AIR"A brilliantly written and spirited adventure filled with magic, mystery, peril, humour and some stunning twists and turns that completely captivated me. Can't wait for next adventure with the indomitable Tourmaline - LOVED it." - Kevin Cobane, educator"There is something unexpected around every corner keeping them, and us, the reader, on our toes in this thrilling adventure story. The writing is brilliantly accomplished and you will soon lose yourself in the story." - Armadillo Magazine

Ever since she fell into the Source of all magic, Tourmaline seems to have developed strange new powers that are causing chaos. She can't work out how to control them and it's exhausting hiding them from everyone (except her best friends George and Mai). Then Tourmaline receives a mysterious postcard, promising her solutions and sending her on quests to amazing places. But who has sent Tourmaline the card? And will the adventure be worth the price for answers?The second book in a fun, feminist fantasy adventure series, with a protagonist that flies off the page and into readers' imaginations. Perfect for fans of Katherine Rundell, Vashti Hardy and Abi Elphinstone.PRAISE FOR TOURMALINE AND THE ISLAND OF ELSEWHERE:"This unforgettable adventure will bring you to places beyond your wildest imagination." - Sinéad O'Hart, author of THE TIME TIDER "This is such an exciting, magical adventure, written with wit and warmth and a wonderfully bold and bolshy heroine. It feels like an instant classic." - Sophie Cameron, author of OUR SISTER, AGAIN"Sharply drawn, beautifully observed and with plenty of action and humour to make the reader gasp and shriek in equal measure" Lou Abercrombie, author of COMING UP FOR AIR"A brilliantly written and spirited adventure filled with magic, mystery, peril, humour and some stunning twists and turns that completely captivated me. Can't wait for the next adventure with the indomitable Tourmaline - LOVED it." Kevin Cobane, educator"There is something unexpected around every corner keeping them, and us, the reader, on our toes in this thrilling adventure story. The writing is brilliantly accomplished and you will soon lose yourself in the story." Armadillo Magazine

Tourmaline's magic is no longer a secret, and everyone wants something from her, including her (potentially) villainous father. He wants her help on his mission to find the legendary City of Nowhere. But Tourmaline (along with her best friends George and Mai) has bigger things to deal with - Pellavere, her home, is in danger. When it turns out that her father's quest and the key to saving Pellavere could be linked, Tourmaline has a decision to make. But will the City of Nowhere have the solution to save her home? Or will it give her father the magical power he so desperately craves? PRAISE FOR TOURMALINE AND THE ISLAND OF ELSEWHERE: "This unforgettable adventure will bring you to places beyond your wildest imagination..." - SinéadO'Hart, author of THE TIME TIDER "This is such an exciting, magical adventure, written with wit and warmth and a wonderfully bold and bolshy heroine. It feels like an instant classic." - Sophie Cameron, author of OUR SISTER, AGAIN "Sharply drawn, beautifully observed and with plenty of action and humour to make the reader gasp and shriek in equal measure." Lou Abercrombie, author of COMING UP FOR AIR "A brilliantly written and spirited adventure filled with magic, mystery, peril, humour and some stunning twists and turns that completely captivated me. Can't wait for the next adventure with the indomitable Tourmaline - LOVED it." Kevin Cobane, educator "There is something unexpected around every corner keeping them, and us, the reader, on our toes in this thrilling adventure story. The writing is brilliantly accomplished and you will soon lose yourself in the story." Armadillo Magazine

'A cosy whodunnit set in a magical hotel' The Times Children's Book of the Week (21 March 2026)'The most bewitching murder mystery I've ever read!' SOPHIE ANDERSON, author of THE HOUSE WITH CHICKEN LEGSWelcome to Hotel Marvelo - a luxury retreat for magic-makers!Hotel Marvelo is famous for allowing all magical beings a place to relax, rest and recover in safety. Until, that is, the wizard Henry Gravelaxe, is discovered dead in the spa. But who is the murderer?As soon as his parents are blamed, Finnian Marvelo knows that he must do everything he can to clear their names. Together with his siblings Juniper and Teddy, Finnian sets about using his exhaustive knowledge of the hotel to interview the guests and hunt for clues to reveal the truth.But it soon becomes clear that not even Finnian knew everything there is to know about the hotel - and more than one of their guests is hiding something.Could the murderer be:Miss Romunculus, the alchemist?Gruffydd, the water sprite?Cornelius Ashwand, the sorceror?To make matters even harder, their new guardian Mrs Weatherly, is determined that they should stop investigating and focus on their studies. But with the clock ticking, the pressure is on to solve the murder before time runs out!

A FANTASTICAL AND FUN MURDER MYSTERY FOR CHILDREN, PERFECT FOR FANS OF ROBIN STEVENS AND THE SWIFTS.Welcome to Hotel Marvelo - a luxury retreat for magic-makers!Hotel Marvelo is famous for allowing all magical beings a place to relax, rest and recover in safety. Until, that is, the wizard Henry Gravelaxe, is discovered dead in the spa. But who is the murderer?As soon as his parents are blamed, Finnian Marvelo knows that he must do everything he can to clear their names. Together with his siblings Juniper and Teddy, Finnian sets out to hunt for clues to reveal the truth.But it soon becomes clear that not even Finnian knew everything there is to know about the hotel - and more than one of their guests is hiding something. The pressure is on to solve the murder before time runs out!

Magisches Kinderbuch für alle ab 10, die Abenteuer, Fantasy und magische Welten lieben. Geschichte über eine starke Heldin auf der Jagd nach geheimnisvollen Artefakten – ausgerechnet zusammen mit der besten Feindin!Wenn Indigo eines nicht ausstehen kann, dann Erwachsene, die ihr ins Gesicht lügen. Aber genau das tun alle! Als ihre Mutter von einer Forschungsreise auf der Suche nach Artefakten nicht wiederkehrt, scheint keiner auch nur im Geringsten besorgt zu sein. Hier ist doch etwas faul! Mit einer rätselhaften Karte und zusammen mit ihrem Freund George und der leider überaus nervtötenden Mai bricht Indigo auf, um ihre Mutter zu finden. Ihr Abenteuer führt die drei an unwirkliche Orte, in die Bibliothek aus sprechenden Bäumen und mitten in die Fänge einer Horde Seeräuberinnen. Es gibt kein Zurück vor der Wahrheit, die Indigo am Ende ihrer Reise finden wird – und die hat mehr mit ihr selbst zu tun, als sie je für möglich gehalten hätte! Tauch ein in ein mitreißendes Abenteuer, und lass dich überraschen von einer magischen Welt und einer starken Heldin, die Jung und Alt inspiriert. Erzählt mit viel Witz und Tempo und verblüffenden Wendungen!Für alle ab 10 Jahren, die Fantasy-Bücher von Abi Elphinstone und Chris Colfer lieben. Serie bei Antolin gelistet.

Dieses Trio geht durch dick und dünn, um die verbotene Magie zu retten … Das perfekte Buch für alle Fantasy-Fans ab 10 JahrenSeit sie in die Quelle aller Magie gefallen ist, hat Indigo seltsame Kräfte entwickelt. Die sind manchmal praktisch – etwa um an Geheimnisse zu kommen, von denen Erwachsene finden, dass sie Indigo nichts angehen. Meist jedoch ist ihre Magie gefährlich, weil Indigo sie nicht kontrollieren kann. Es wird immer schwerer, sie zu verbergen. Aber es gibt Menschen, die jegliche Magie auf der Welt zerstören wollen. Kaum auszudenken, was sie mit einem Mädchen voller Chaosmagie anstellen würden! Da erhält Indigo eine rätselhafte Postkarte: Jemand, der ihr Geheimnis zu kennen scheint, verspricht Antworten. Kaum macht sie sich zusammen mit Mai und George auf die Reise, heften sich Artefaktjäger an ihre Fersen. Sie wollen das mächtigste aller Artefakte stehlen, und das ist keine andere als Indigo selbst …Voller erstaunlicher Wendungen und mit viel Witz und Charme: Der zweite Band des Fantasy-Abenteuers ist noch spannender und ungewöhnlicher erzählt!Das perfekte Buch für alle ab 10 Jahren sowie Leser*innen von »Der Weltenexpress« und »Land of Stories«.