NORTH: A Magical Friendship Story - Softcover

Buchta, J.R.

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798992032703

Publisher: WARBUCKS, INC., 2025

Synopsis

“Long before anyone can remember,
something happened that
no one will ever forget.”

With a swirl of snowflakes, a shimmer of starlight, and a dazzling dance of color, the North Wind, the North Star, and the Northern Lights unite their magical powers to create something truly delightful—a host of vibrant, whimsical new friends!
At first, chaos whirls through the arctic skies and nothing goes quite right. But these Three Old Friends don’t give up. Through teamwork and a little northern magic, they finally pull off a heartwarming success: NEW FRIENDS!
Dive into the magic and join the celebration as an unforgettable gathering of playful arctic animals and cheerful newcomers come together.
Can you guess who the merry, toy-making friends might be?
Here’s a hint: they are full of holiday cheer and love spreading joy!

Why Readers love NORTH: A Magical Friendship Story:

• A new family read aloud tradition for readers around the world
• Teaches kids the values of friendship and kindness that will last throughout the year
• A feel-good tale for readers of all ages (0-102)
• Makes a great Christmas gift or stocking stuffer for children, parents, grandparents, and teachers
• Screen-free family time during the cold winter months and holiday season

About this title

About the Authors

JR Buchta, a.k.a. Pops to Mack, Coop, and Leo, was born and raised in Philadelphia PA. As a youngster, he expressed an interest in music and spent most of his early life in the performing arts as a singer-songwriter.After graduating from the University of Pennsylvania, he entered the business world and made a career in marketing for various entrepreneurial ventures. Today, he resides in Bucks County PA with his wife.

Erin O'Leary Brown is an illustrator specializing in children's illustration and whimsical nature themes. She creates her work traditionally with paint on paper, often with some digital touches added at the end. The illustrations for North: A Magical Friendship Story were created with colored pencil line, acryla gouache and watercolor, with a bit of extra glow and sparkle added digitally. When Erin is not working on illustrations for clients, you can find her drawing away in a sketchbook which is her favorite way to unwind and develop creative ideas. She lives in the woods in upstate NY with her husband, three studio dogs, and several roaming chickens (who are not allowed in the studio). You can see more of her work on her website at eobrownart.com or on most social media under @eobrownart.

Edition details

• Publisher: WARBUCKS, INC.
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798992032703
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: O'Leary Brown Erin
• Number of pages: 40