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Book Information
Magic in the Mountains: A Christmas Trilogy
Written by T.E. Milburn Illustrated by Ayşe Yıldırım Ages: 7-12 | 403 Pages Publisher: T.E. Milburn (2025) | ISBN: 979-8991011488 Publisher’s Book Summary: Celebrate the wonder of the holiday season with Magic in the Mountains: A Christmas Trilogy. Discover the heartwarming adventures of this highly rated series, now available in one beautifully illustrated edition. Calling All Heroes! A dark shadow looms over the North Pole, and we need brave readers like you to help us protect Christmas! Hi, we’re Noah and Alex James, and we’re excited to take you on this incredible journey. Here’s what we’ve uncovered so far:
We have received incredible support from amazing allies along the way— including super-chill yetis, quirky gnomes, talking animals, and other fantastical creatures. However, we still need your help to solve the mystery of who is attacking Christmas and why! Are you ready to dive into this magical adventure and join us in saving Christmas? If so, open your book and let’s go! Author Interview
Where did you get the inspiration for Magic in the Mountains?
On the surface, Magic in the Mountains was inspired by a creative writing lesson I had with my sons. We brainstormed some story ideas, and I found the process so enjoyable that I decided to develop the first book in the series. On a deeper level, though, I would say that Narnia significantly influenced my writing. The Chronicles of Narnia were the first books that truly transported me to another world, and the idea of children becoming heroes captivated me. These stories shaped my love of reading, but it wasn’t until we recently listened to The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe during a road trip that I realized just how much Narnia had impacted my writing. I hadn’t read the books since childhood, but the influence was undeniable. What was your writing process like for this book? I wish I could say I have a structured writing process, but I’m currently a busy homeschooling mom who fits in writing whenever I can. For instance, I often find myself writing or editing in my car while my boys attend a class. I actually get a lot of writing done in the summer when we’re not in school. I can’t tell you how much work I got done this summer at our local Urban Air or at the neighborhood pool. With that said, I don’t typically make time for outlines or brainstorming. I prefer to let my thoughts flow when I finally sit down to write, and I’m often surprised by how things turn out. What is your favorite part about writing books for kids? What I love most about writing for children is interacting with them after they've read my stories. It brings me so much joy to hear a child say they enjoyed something I've written. During a recent school visit, one enthusiastic second grader couldn't stop chatting about one of my books. The teacher kept trying to gently pull her away, but I enjoyed her enthusiasm for reading so much that I could have talked to her all day long. What are you working on now? I am currently working on the next book in the Nessa Knightly and the Gnomes chapter book series. I refer to these books as “STEM-sprinkled adventures” because they blend science with fun and exciting stories. I have started two different projects: one focuses on states of matter, while the other explores animal classification. What is your favorite book? I don’t have a favorite book, but the last one I couldn’t put down was Kristin Hannah’s The Great Alone. I’m currently trying to read through the New York Time’s 100 Best Books of the 21 st Century list (for reference, I’m only 3 in). This has been really fun as it is making me read genres I usually wouldn’t choose. Giveaway
Enter for a chance to win one of five signed paperback copies of Magic in the Mountains: A Christmas Trilogy! One grand-prize winner will score a signed hardcover, a cuddly Arnan the polar bear plush, a mini crystal necklace, a holiday hot-cocoa mug with a hot chocolate bomb, and a special bookmark.
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