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Dominique Valente Books

Witchlight is a charming and heartwarming children’s story that feels magical from the very first page. It’s a lovely tale suitable for children of all ages, weaving together themes of friendship, bravery and the importance of staying true to who you are. The book is filled with fantastic characters, each one unique, memorable, and written with a warmth that makes them easy to connect with.

As the story unfolds, you genuinely grow to care about them and want to follow their journeys, struggles and triumphs. What makes Witchlight especially engaging is its gentle layer of mystery and suspense. There’s always just enough intrigue to keep young readers eager to turn the next page, while still feeling safe and comforting. The pacing is steady, and the magical elements enhance rather than overwhelm the story.

At its heart, Witchlight carries beautiful messages about self-belief and identity. It encourages readers to embrace who they are, celebrate their differences, and resist anyone who tries to dim their light. Overall, Witchlight is a delightful, uplifting read – perfect for bedtime, classroom shelves or young readers looking for a magical adventure filled with courage and kindness.

This is a book I would have devoured as a child, full of magic and lovable characters. If you enjoy stories about witches, friendship, and adventure, rich with imagination, then this is for you!

Magical, exciting, spellbinding, witty and enchanting!

The first book in a spellbinding children’s fantasy series, with beautiful black-and-white inside illustrations by Sarah Warburton.

Willow Moss, the youngest and least powerful sister in a family of witches, has a magical ability for finding lost things – like keys, or socks, or spectacles. Useful, but not exactly exciting …

Then the most powerful witch in the world of Starfell turns up at Willow’s door and asks for her help. A whole day – last Tuesday to be precise – has gone missing. Completely. And without it the whole universe could unravel.

Now Willow holds the fate of Starfell in her rather unremarkable hands… Can she save the day – by finding the lost one?

Step into Starfell, a world crackling with warmth, wit and magic, perfect for readers aged 8-12.

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