The Secret of Zoone

(Hardback)

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Welcome to Zoone: crossroads of the multiverse. In this inventive fantasy, fans of Diana Wynne Jones and Lisa McMann will step through an enchanted doorway and into a world filled with infinite portals to newand sometimes perilouslands.

When a bright blue winged tiger appears on his aunts sofa, Ozzie can tell hes in for an adventure. Hes thrilled to follow Tuga skygerthrough a secret door in the basement and into Zoone, the bustling Grand Central Station of the universe, where a thousand doors act as portals to strange and wonderful worlds.

But some doors also hide dangersand when the portal back to Earth explodes behind him, Ozzie gets more adventure than he bargained for. In a station full of wizards, creepy-crawlies, and the occasional cursed princess, Ozzie has to find a way to repair his door... and possibly save the multiverse in the process.

Brimming with colorful characters, magical mayhem, and endless adventure, this new tween series has a doorway for every readerjust be sure to close the door behind you!

Reviews

"Heartwarming and enchanting, Fdi's vocabulary-stretching portal fantasy is a great fit for readers who want something sweet and fun." -- ALA Booklist

"A sharp sense of humor reminiscent of Rick Riordan pervades the story, and the novel is infused with a sense of magic and wonder." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"Full of colorful characters. A promising start for a new series." -- Kirkus Reviews

"The world-building is detailed and rich; readers will want to travel the tracks to visit different worlds and stroll the magical market." -- School Library Journal

Author Bio

Lee Edward Fdi is a Canadian children's author, illustrator, and specialized arts educator. He is the author of the critically acclaimed Kendra Kandlestar series (published in Canada by Simply Read Books) and has illustrated children's books for other authors, including The Chocolatier's Apprentice (a Canadian national bestseller) and I'll Follow the Moon. Lee is a co-founder of the Vancouver-based nonprofit Creative Writing for Children Society (CWC) and on the executive board for CWILL BC (the Children's Writers and Illustrators of BC). Visit him online at www.leefodi.com.