AGES OF OZ: A Fiery Friendship (Book 1):
Will be published by Simon & Schuster on May 16, just in time to celebrate the birthday of L. Frank Baum who brought us the iconic American fairy tale The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Travel down the red brick road with a 13 year old Glinda as she embarks on a brave, illustrated adventure with her 3 friends to free Glinda’s mother, mount an epic attack on a Wi
cked Witch, and save the future of Oz from the Wickeds before it’s too late.
“An intricate world filled with excitement and magical creatures... A fast-paced series opener” says Kirkus Reviews. "This updated take on the “Land of Oz” stories will satisfy middle schoolers looking for an entertaining new fantasy series.” says School Library Journal.
“An extraordinary amalgam of unique, lavish story-telling, vivid comprehension of Baum's original genius, and heartfelt homage to the real and genuine Oz” says John Fricke, Emmy-winning Oz historian, author, and documentarian.
“The transformational messages embedded in AGES OF OZ mirror the social justice themes that flow through the original Oz books written by L. Frank Baum… young readers receive encouragement to ‘think for yourself’ and through reason and courage, overcome the injustices of the world.” says Sally Roesch Wagner, Ph.D.
