Welcome to the Enchanted Forest
DESCRIPTION:
Mystery and magic--can you feel it? Adventure--are you ready for it?
A forest that's dark and mysterious, with colorful lights that shoot into the night sky. Talking animals standing straight and tall. An enchanted house swirling with magic and mystery. And finally a rabbit and a squirrel who guide the children through it all. Welcome to the Enchanted Forest!
Rose and her sisters are four girls growing up in a trailer park, with no father and a hardworking but absent mother. Twelve year old Sarah plays mom while nine year old Rose acts out, as eleven year old Mandy and ten year old Nikki throw up their hands in frustration. A mysterious dog suddenly appears and lures the girls into the forest where they get separated. And then the fun begins!
Eleven year old Drew is lonely and awkward with no friends, and parents who are always too busy. One day things start getting strange when an old stuffed dog from Drew's childhood suddenly jumps off a shelf and convinces Drew to go to the forest with him. Drew figures why not, and ends up on an adventure of a lifetime!
Will Rose, her sisters and Drew find what they are searching for in the Enchanted Forest? Will their new friends be able to help them? Join the children on a mysterious and magical ride, where things are not always as they seem.
EDITORIAL REVIEWS:
"...This book is truly amazing, and owing to the wonderful storyline, magical storytelling, character connection, and overall reading experience, it deserves a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
"...Welcome To The Enchanted Forest is a beautiful and magical book. It teaches a powerful message through a sweet story and urges you to be grateful for what you have. I would recommend this book to everyone, but it would be enjoyed the most by kids and teens within the age group of 9 to 15 years." - Jaituni Sanghavi/OnlineBookClub
Review Rating - 5 Stars
"...Rebecca Himmel Glassman's young people's story, Welcome to the Enchanted Forest, is the first book in a new series. It's full of mystery and magic and packed with adventure. The story reads like C.S. Lewis's Narnia series and Gene Stratton-Potter's A Girl of the Limberlost. The narrative lures the young reader into the story as each character reveals their own adventure and what they learned in the enchanted forest. The characters are well developed and the plot pushes forward with ease. And yet there's another story that unravels at the end - perhaps this is leading the reader to yet another enchanted forest adventure in the second book of the series. Young readers will certainly enjoy all the mystery, magic, and fantastical aspects of a story packed with colorful characters and animals that talk..."
- Emily-Jane Hills Orford/Readers' Favorite
"...With toys that come to life and a forest that has talking animals, Welcome to the Enchanted Forest by Rebecca Himmel Glassman reminded me of the Hundred Acre Wood created by A.A. Milne in Winnie the Pooh. This book gives us a glimpse into the Enchanted Forest and the magical creatures that reside in it. Their task is to help children facing difficulties in life, guiding them toward a new outlook for a more fruitful life. Written in a way that is easy for young minds to follow, this would be an ideal read for children in the age range of 9 to 14 years. Using detailed and vivid imagery, Rebecca was able to transport me into the narrative. Even as the characters complete their adventure, they leave us with thoughts on how we need to appreciate the family and friendships we have fostered over the years. It also reminded me to take the time to explore each moment in life and to keep looking for the magic we might overlook in our everyday lives..." - Priya Mathew/Readers' Favorite
Review Rating: 5 Stars
"...Rebecca Himmel Glassman takes readers on a captivating odyssey in a magical forest featuring a host of talking animals you can't get enough of. Imaginative and wondrous, Welcome To The Enchanted Forest is a heartwarming story with some valuable life lessons for young readers. Glassman's human characters feel like people with real struggles who navigate adversity as best as they can. Rose and her sisters have a very compelling dynamic, especially the relationship between Sarah and Rose. While Rose acts her age, Sarah, being the oldest, has no choice but to shoulder responsibility for her sisters, and I couldn't help sympathizing with her plight. Glassman's worldbuilding is immersive, and the author fascinates readers with vivid imagery through her descriptions. This book is a treat for fantasy lovers. I recommend it to children and young adults alike..." - Pikasho Deka/Readers' Favorite
Review Rating: 5 Stars
"...Rebecca Himmel Glassman offers readers the adventure of a lifetime in this magical book. The vivid details of the forest, including the rainbow fishes, the twittering birds, and the lush greenery, transport readers to a faraway land. Like the children in the story, we also started believing in the extraordinary. Magic furniture providing generous hugs, enchanted mirrors reflecting personal experiences, and thoughtful kitchens offering sumptuous meals will enthrall a young audience. Glassman, however, utilizes these mind-blowing adventures as gateways to several poignant themes. I loved how the forest and its inhabitants soothed troubled children and empowered them to surmount obstacles. The unique rules of the house taught them patience and kindness while nudging their imaginative powers. The timeless connections the house forged among the young wanderers made each child overcome their perceived loneliness. All in all, Welcome to the Enchanted Forest is a delightful read that will enrich young readers..." - Shrabastee Chakraborty/Readers' Favorite
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Rebecca Himmel Glassman is new to the publishing world even though she has been writing since childhood. After honing her legal writing skills while working as a paralegal for well over twenty years, she decided it was time to tap into her creative side. Married and a mother of three, Rebecca took her writing to the next level and almost fourteen years ago she began her middle grade fantasy/fiction series, Welcome To The Enchanted Forest. She completed four books. Unfortunately, because "life got in the way" the books were put aside temporarily. It is now fourteen years later, and the time has come for Rebecca to share her stories with the world. She is currently working on Book Two of the series which she hopes to have published by late Fall of 2024.
Rebecca loves to relax with family, especially her three young granddaughters. She also enjoys singing and recording.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Publisher: Rebecca Himmel Glassman
Language: English
Paperback: 188 pages
Dimensions: 5.5 X 8.5
Publication Date: February 22, 2024