Devin Elle Kurtz – illustratör

An Indie Next Pick“Brimming with magic.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Are you brave? Are you curious? Are you ready for an adventure? Then you are invited on the most magical of journeys.  There are many ways through the woods. Some are long and winding. Some are as quick as a blink. You might encounter griffins, giants, serpents, sprites, and more along the way. Which path will you choose? What will you discover?This sumptuous celebration of curiosity, imagination, and wonder from two award-winning creators is a timeless treasure for fans of Knight Owl, The Bakery Dragon, Endlessly Ever After, and Journey. A breathtaking and cozy fantasy for all readers—from the youngest to the wisest.

As the sun sets over another gorgeous day at la Playita Del Condado in Puerto Rico, Meli doesn't want to go home. She loves the ocean more than anything, and with only five minutes left at the beach, she knows exactly where her last stop should be: the tidal pools. They are small universes of their own teeming with critters and creatures of the ocean. While looking into the pools, she meets a crab, Jaiba, who takes her on a dreamlike underwater adventure, teaches her about the importance of shark conservation, and reveals Meli's ultimate destiny: to become the Mother of Sharks.