Books published by publisher Autumn Orchard

Inspired by the classic novel The Secret Garden, Jane Yates introduces us to a steampunk world of bio-domes, robots, and mysteries. 11-year-old Aberdeen is so used to being by herself that all she has to fill her thoughts are stories of mighty dragons and grand castles. But Aberdeen's world is soon thrown into disarray when her parents are murdered. Aberdeen is sent to live with her uncle back on Earth where her fascination into her new surroundings begins to take hold. It isn't long before Aberdeen befriends three other children: Maisy, Peter, and Lenard. Oh, and there's Frank, too: Peter's robot dog, who completes this special circle of friendship. Garden is a journey of self-discovery, trials, and friendship. With adventure boundless, Jane Yates follows up her acclaimed Paradox Child trilogy with a new tale for young fans of steampunk and science fiction.

The #1 Children's Steampunk Bestseller Inspired by the classic novel The Secret Garden, Jane Yates introduces us to a steampunk world of bio-domes, robots and mysteries. Eleven-year-old Aberdeen Gale is so used to being by herself that all she has to fill her thoughts are stories of mighty dragons and grand castles. But Aberdeen's world is soon thrown into disarray, however; her parents murdered. Having no choice, Aberdeen is sent to live with her uncle back on Earth where her fascination into her new surroundings begin to take hold.Garden is a journey of self-discovery, of trials, and friendship. With adventure boundless, Jane Yates follows up her acclaimed Paradox Child trilogy with a new tale for young fans of steampunk and science fiction.'Garden is very charming with some lovely parallels ...' Sharon Sant - Author of The Sky Song trilogy

The Black Petal was just the beginning. Choices need to be made.The Seriburg Wastelands smoulder with ash, destruction, and bodies ...But two bodies stir beneath a phoenix. With all hope of getting home lost, Jack and Blake must learn to get along, to embrace their shared soul. Tricked by an oracle, Jack feels betrayed and embarrassed. Blake doesn't know how he feels. And Lucia is dead.Or is she?When a mysterious bottle reveals a message for Jack, he puts all notion of returning home aside. The Underworld beckons, with its crypts and cells and tortured souls. But if Lucia can be rescued, surely Jack must do all he can? Eliza the gypsy is still intent on creating her own army of gods; should Jack ignore the whispers or find a way to stop the deranged outcast?The Golden Lyre expands upon the mythological universe of The Black Petal. Meet new heroes and villains, battle past three-headed sea monsters and stand up to the malicious Warden of Hades. You never know, old friends may resurface.********************************* What people are saying about Dan Thompson:"Rich characters, exciting worlds, Thompson can do it all!" Jack Croxall, author of Wye"There is epic fantasy, breathless adventure, a blossoming love story and a generous helping of mythical references that will keep the most ardent fantasy reader enthralled. I’m very much reminded of Pullman’s His Dark Materials …” The Fine Line"Dan’s writing is always full of vivid imagery and poetry with imaginative settings that make his work stand apart from most fantasy fiction." Sharon Sant, author of The Memory Game"Dan has his own unique and totally fresh way of telling a story." Jane Yates, author of Garden

'Garden is very charming with some lovely parallels ...' Sharon Sant - Author of The Sky Song trilogy Inspired by the classic novel The Secret Garden, Jane Yates introduces us to a steampunk world of bio-domes, robots and mysteries. Eleven-year-old Aberdeen is so used to being by herself that all she has to fill her thoughts are stories of mighty dragons and grand castles. But Aberdeen's world is soon thrown into disarray however; her parents murdered. Having no choice, Aberdeen is sent to live with her uncle back on Earth where her fascination into her new surroundings begin to take hold. It isn’t long before Aberdeen befriends three other children - Maisy, Peter and Lenard. Oh, and there’s Frank too, Peter’s robot dog, who completes this special circle of friendship. Garden is a journey of self-discovery, of trials and friendship. With adventure boundless, Jane Yates follows up her acclaimed Paradox Child trilogy with a new tale for young fans of steampunk and science fiction.

The Black Petal was just the beginning. Choices need to be made. The Seriburg Wastelands smoulder with ash, destruction, and bodies ... But two bodies stir beneath a phoenix. With all hope of getting home lost, Jack and Blake must learn to get along, to embrace their shared soul. Tricked by an oracle, Jack feels betrayed and embarrassed. Blake doesn't know how he feels. And Lucia is dead. Or is she? When a mysterious bottle reveals a message for Jack, he puts all notion of returning home aside. The Underworld beckons, with its crypts and cells and tortured souls. But if Lucia can be rescued, surely Jack must do all he can? Eliza the gypsy is still intent on creating her own army of gods; should Jack ignore the whispers or find a way to stop the deranged outcast? The Golden Lyre expands upon the mythological universe of The Black Petal. Meet new heroes and villains, battle past three-headed sea monsters and stand up to the malicious Warden of Hades. You never know, old friends may resurface. ********************************* What people are saying about Dan Thompson: "Rich characters, exciting worlds, Thompson can do it all!" Jack Croxall, author of Wye "There is epic fantasy, breathless adventure, a blossoming love story and a generous helping of mythical references that will keep the most ardent fantasy reader enthralled. I’m very much reminded of Pullman’s His Dark Materials …” The Fine Line "Dan’s writing is always full of vivid imagery and poetry with imaginative settings that make his work stand apart from most fantasy fiction." Sharon Sant, author of The Memory Game "Dan has his own unique and totally fresh way of telling a story." Jane Yates, author of Garden