Nightin

by Kendra Thomas

In the serene Faraway Forest, a tiny, fluffy baby bird named Nightin eagerly awaits her turn to soar among the clouds. Nightin, a curious and determined chick, dreams of mastering the art of flight like the graceful birds she admires every day. But there's one obstacle—she hasn't yet learned how to fly.



"Nightin” is a heartwarming tale of a baby bird's determination and the unwavering support of a nurturing parent. This charming story celebrates the bond between a mother and her child while imparting lessons of resilience, patience, and the joy of achieving one's dreams. Vibrant illustrations bring to life Nightin's journey, inspiring young readers to believe in themselves and reach for the sky.

26 pages, Paperback

Published January 26, 2024

About the author

Kendra Ann Thomas is the author of the young adult fantasy novels Ravenheart, Sorrowheart, and Nobleheart. She is also the author of Absence with Pictures, and award winning play produced at Verser Theater, and The Struggles, a one-act play that recently won the Pioneer Publishing's A+ Playwriting Competition. She has been a counselor and theater teacher at Cary Christian School in Cary, NC for six years, and is an active public speaker, addressing students across the country on overcoming school struggles and learning disabilities. She has a BSE in theater and speech as well as education, an MEd in administration and is currently working towards her doctorate and her counseling certification.