Young Bear

by Karen Brough

Young Bear is a heartwarming delight for readers of all ages. This mythological tale, set in a mountainous, rural New England village, features enchanting illustrations, poetry, and prose with unfolding events that transpire in both earthly and spirit worlds. The tale includes a tight-knit pagan community and the lives of a pair of Eastern black bears. An elderly farmer lives close to Earth, in harmony with everchanging seasons. His wife leads family and friends in celebration of blended and traditional Celtic nature holidays. A young couple prepares for the birth of their first child. The bears' lives are disrupted when two strangers come to town, but the uncommon bond between Young Bear and her mate transcends the living world.

50 pages, Paperback

Published February 28, 2023

About the author

Karen Brough has always had a passion for books, spending countless school lunchtimes in the library.

She eventually became a primary school teacher, maintaining her connection with children’s literature.

After teaching, she began sharing the encouragement God gave her via her blog, followed by writing books. Some of her books tell of her journey through autoimmune illness and recovery, while others go back to her childhood connection with children’s literature.

She loves to make reading fun and tells a great yarn in children's books. Most of her stories are based on real-life events. The most amazing things have happened, and she longs to share these with you, to bring a smile, or to touch the heart.

In all her writing, you’ll be left feeling better about yourself, hopeful, inspired, and ready to spread the love with those around you.