About the Author

Growing up on a farm, Lee Edward Fodi was subjected to various horrible chores such as cleaning up after chickens, pigs, geese, and younger siblings. There was a time when his father harbored hopes that his son would take over the family business, but these aspirations came to an abrupt end when the young author accidentally ran the tractor over his dad's outhouse (thankfully, his dad was not inside at the time). As a result, Fodi went on to pursue his love of art, mythology, and storytelling, all of which (luckily) do not require any skill in operating heavy machinery. He is the author and illustrator of The Chronicles of Kendra Kandlestar and has also illustrated several picture books, including I'll Follow the Moon and The Chocolatier's Apprentice, a Canadian national bestseller. When he is not writing and illustrating, Fodi spends his time teaching kids how to daydream through his fun-filled creative writing workshops. He enjoys travelling, and especially exploring castles, mazes, tombs, and temples, not to mention tiny places hidden between the cracks of here and there.

Reviews

"Lee Edward Fodi flawlessly mixes magic, monsters and mystery for his readers. This family-friendly series . . . is filled with thought-provoking issues . . . will entertain readers of all ages." (Midwest Book Review) "All the books in the series are really good . . . there are so many twists and ideas." (Justonemorebook.com) "Mythic archetypes are explored amidst plenty of humour and action. Kendra also faces choices that illustrate the importance of accountability in our lives." (CCBC) "Author and illustrator Lee Edward Fodi has a lovely way of spinning a funny, entertaining fantasy tale while weaving in important lessons. The Kendra books are a great choice for eight- to 12-yearolds who are ready to explore a rich, wonderful world of the imagination." (The Surrey Now) "Lee Edward Fodi has created a magical world for children. And I suspect they will be enthralled, entranced and want more." (Armchair Reviews)