Hidden in the pages of Whole in the Clouds you will find the ticket to a fantastical new world, complete with children who sprout from the ground, shy unicorns, elves who move at dizzying speeds, rivers flowing with chocolate. and a pudgy little girl who is magically transformed into an ethereal beauty.
An unhappy orphan, Cora Catlin is a misfit at best, an outcast at worst. She feels out of place in her life, as if everything is backwards and part of her is missing. But her long, tormented hours in hum-drum Harborville take a decided turn upwards when she encounters an elfin stranger who tells of a mystical world that awaits her atop the clouds. As Cora travels to her new home by way of a magical elevator to the heavens, she finds herself and her companion physically transformed. As if an entirely new body isn't enough to get used to, Cora is also awaited by royal parentage, talking Pegasi, a raging war, and an alluring love interest who just so happens to be the son of her father's greatest enemy. Exploring this new land alongside her devoted dog Motley, Cora will unearth wonders and secrets beyond her wildest imaginings. She will discover the meaning of true friendship, love, and what it means to finally feel whole--Whole in the Clouds.
About the Author: Kristine Kibbee is a Pacific Northwest native with a love of language, nature, and animals. Kristine's passion for creative writing began in her early youth and led her to the doors of Washington State University where she earned a degree in Humanities, with a concentration in Professional Writing. Kristine has since had works published in The Vancougar, The Salal Review, and S/tick Literary Review. She is also a featured columnist in the nationally syndicated magazine, Just Frenchies.
At home in the small town of Castle Rock, WA, nestled among 22 acres of towering fir trees, Kristine relishes time spent outdoors with her two French bulldogs and one husband. She dreams of making the everyday world more magical with her fantasy novels.
About Zharmae Publishing Press:
About illusio & baqer: illusio & baqer is a Young Adult imprint of The Zharmae Publishing Press, based in Spokane, Washington. We deal primarily with Young Adult, New Adult, and some Middle-Grade work. We aim to support both new and existing authors and coach them through in-depth critique and a personal level of attention not found in larger publishing houses. We strive to offer genuine passion behind every book and author we choose to work with.
