Created for Children Aged 7–11
The Winterscar Chronicles is an epic fantasy adventure written for young readers who love magic, courage, and unlikely friendships.
Join brave heroes, loyal animal companions, and daring kids as they discover mysterious lands, face exciting challenges, and learn the true meaning of friendship and courage.
Perfect for ages 7–11, this story is designed to capture imaginations and inspire a lifelong love of reading.
The Books
Cry of the Norwolf
A gripping introduction to the Winterscar world. Follow Arkyn and Lyra as they begin their journey into the Frozen Forest...
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The Emerald Pendant
The companions face their first great trial as the stakes rise and danger grows.
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About Ian Young
At school, I hated reading. I remember spending months and months trying to get to the end of ‘A bear called Paddington’.
Every page - every paragraph - was a battle to be fought over and over again, mainly because I was forever staring out the window, losing my place and having to restart. It’s comical to think that, over 20 years later, I was working in a school teaching children to read and write. But I never forgot how hard reading was for me.
After more than 10 years as a teacher I stepped away to scratch a nagging itch I'd had since I was in my twenties: that I should write a book - something that my younger, dreamier self would have found hard to put down.
What Readers & Schools Are Saying
“I loved the workshop - it was really fun creating our own creature. I really enjoyed Cry of the Norwolf and I've almost finished The Emerald Pendant!”
“Thank you once again for being so generous with your time during our literary festival - the pupils (and the adults) really enjoyed listening to you.”
“Thank you so much for coming and for your kind words about your visit. I know that all the children really valued meeting you. The children said that they really enjoyed listening to a local author who shared their own novel. This encouraged even more children to be engaged in reading. It also was inspirational as many of them, hearing that you had not liked reading much as a child, now feel as if they too could write their own books.”
“We all, children and staff, thoroughly enjoyed listening to you. Your words about growing to love writing struck a chord with some children who aren't wholly enthralled by the thought of writing! The workshops were brilliant and the children were totally engaged with the activity.”
“Thank you for today's author visit. Our children were very lucky to hear about your experiences of reading and writing. It was brilliant!”
“A huge thank you for giving your time today to come in and to talk to the children in Key Stage 2. They really enjoyed your visit and even the adults said how much they had enjoyed listening to your storytelling.”
“Cry of the Norwolf has a really good structure that kept us hooked (and I'm a little bit of a book snob to be honest - they have to be good since I do the reading every night!).”
“We loved Cry of the Norwolf and now we've already finished The Emerald Pendant. It's such a captivating story, which makes it hard for bedtime reading since we always needed to read one more chapter!”
“I couldn't put The Emerald Pendant down! It was so exciting, and described so well... I felt like I was there watching it all happen. I am counting the days until I can get the next one!”
“One of the most beautiful children's books I have ever had the pleasure to read! Flows smoothly, keeps us engaged and feeling as if we are right there with the characters. Impressive writing. Please tell us the next book will be out soon!”
“Ian delivered a wonderful workshop based on his first published book Cry of the Norwolf to the pupils of St. Piran's, from Years 4-6. Located in our specialist outdoor classroom, the atmosphere was empowered by the flicking fire pit and the glowing curiosity of the pupils. Hot chocolate warmed the children's tummies and the flames warmed their creativity. Ian's delicate tones soothed nature's surroundings as he echoed the themes of his book. We thoroughly enjoyed Ian's visit and look forward to welcoming him back to deliver writing workshops and further readings from book number 2!”
“It was wonderful to welcome Ian to our school. The children enjoyed listening to him read whilst sat around the fire, evoking the right atmosphere for the story. They also found it fascinating asking questions and hearing why he became an author. A lovely experience that we would love to repeat when the next book is published!”
“I loved the workshop - it was really fun creating our own creature. I really enjoyed Cry of the Norwolf and I've almost finished The Emerald Pendant!”
“Thank you once again for being so generous with your time during our literary festival - the pupils (and the adults) really enjoyed listening to you.”
“Thank you so much for coming and for your kind words about your visit. I know that all the children really valued meeting you. The children said that they really enjoyed listening to a local author who shared their own novel. This encouraged even more children to be engaged in reading. It also was inspirational as many of them, hearing that you had not liked reading much as a child, now feel as if they too could write their own books.”
“We all, children and staff, thoroughly enjoyed listening to you. Your words about growing to love writing struck a chord with some children who aren't wholly enthralled by the thought of writing! The workshops were brilliant and the children were totally engaged with the activity.”
“Thank you for today's author visit. Our children were very lucky to hear about your experiences of reading and writing. It was brilliant!”
“A huge thank you for giving your time today to come in and to talk to the children in Key Stage 2. They really enjoyed your visit and even the adults said how much they had enjoyed listening to your storytelling.”
“Cry of the Norwolf has a really good structure that kept us hooked (and I'm a little bit of a book snob to be honest - they have to be good since I do the reading every night!).”
“We loved Cry of the Norwolf and now we've already finished The Emerald Pendant. It's such a captivating story, which makes it hard for bedtime reading since we always needed to read one more chapter!”
“I couldn't put The Emerald Pendant down! It was so exciting, and described so well... I felt like I was there watching it all happen. I am counting the days until I can get the next one!”
“One of the most beautiful children's books I have ever had the pleasure to read! Flows smoothly, keeps us engaged and feeling as if we are right there with the characters. Impressive writing. Please tell us the next book will be out soon!”
“Ian delivered a wonderful workshop based on his first published book Cry of the Norwolf to the pupils of St. Piran's, from Years 4-6. Located in our specialist outdoor classroom, the atmosphere was empowered by the flicking fire pit and the glowing curiosity of the pupils. Hot chocolate warmed the children's tummies and the flames warmed their creativity. Ian's delicate tones soothed nature's surroundings as he echoed the themes of his book. We thoroughly enjoyed Ian's visit and look forward to welcoming him back to deliver writing workshops and further readings from book number 2!”
“It was wonderful to welcome Ian to our school. The children enjoyed listening to him read whilst sat around the fire, evoking the right atmosphere for the story. They also found it fascinating asking questions and hearing why he became an author. A lovely experience that we would love to repeat when the next book is published!”
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