The Faraway Forest: Hester’s Big Dream
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Chronicle Books
Publishing:15th Oct '26
£9.99
This title is due to be published on 15th October, and will be despatched as soon as possible.
Welcome to The Faraway Forest, a graphic novel series for early readers about a magical woodland village that’s home to an assortment of adorable animal characters. Perfect for kids who love Animal Crossing!
Hester has just moved to the Faraway Forest. As a night owl, she loves to rise just as the sun sets, and she keeps herself busy all night with her hobbies: dancing, cooking, writing, and costume making. But Hester wonders if there are new friends to be made when the sun is out. Can she stay awake long enough to find out? Or will she discover there is more to the mysterious forest night than she imagines? Either way, Hester is definitely going to have an adventure!
For readers who love The Faraway Forest: Wally’s Route or anyone new to this lively illustrated series, good feelings and great fun await in this delightful story.
“In this sweetly humorous, thoughtfully paced story world, Fong offers a gentle reminder that community is built on empathy and care. As inviting as a warm hug, this title delivers first-class appeal.” ―Booklist on Book 1
“The Faraway Forest: Hester’s Big Dream is a cozy world that one will want to live in, where the Acorn Mart is always open! Join in this sweet adventure where true friendships can be found in the most unexpected places. Readers will be rooting for Hester!”—Jannie Ho, author of The Lost Mitten
A Junior Library Guild Selection
“Wake up and read this wholesome hoot!"— Adam Foreman, creator of the SliceofMallow series
“Hester’s routine is a delight! I wish every day (and night!) could be so charming.” — Kaeti Vandorn, creator of the Eisner nominated Monster Friends
ISBN: 9781797230436
Dimensions: 235mm x 184mm x 13mm
Weight: unknown
96 pages