The King of the Trees Series by William D. Burt

What do an old wooden box, a jeweled pendant and some mysterious, green-garbed strangers share in common? When Rolin son of Gannon sets out to solve this riddle, his adventures take him worlds beyond the walls of his little log cabin in the mountains. With the help of some grumpy griffins and a long-lost prophecy, Rolin and his friends battle a fiendish foe and his underworld army; deadly snake-trees; a dragon, and other mythological creatures... moreWhat do an old wooden box, a jeweled pendant and some mysterious, green-garbed strangers share in common? When Rolin son of Gannon sets out to solve this riddle, his adventures take him worlds beyond the walls of his little log cabin in the mountains. With the help of some grumpy griffins and a long-lost prophecy, Rolin and his friends battle a fiendish foe and his underworld army; deadly snake-trees; a dragon, and other mythological creatures. On their perilous quest for the fabled Isle of Luralin and the Tree of Life, they must trust the King with their very lives. In the end, they learn that "The greatest help oft comes in harm's disguise to those with trusting hearts and open eyes." less

In this sequel to The King of the Trees, Rolin and Marlis are enjoying a carefree autumn picnic with the griffins Windsong and Ironwing when they are trapped between worlds. Too late they learn the connections among a silver starglass, a handful of pearls and five ravens. Cut off from friends, family and each other, they must survive in a land where unwary travelers fall prey to savage creatures. To save Lucambra from a devouring darkness, they join forces with some unlikely allies... moreIn this sequel to The King of the Trees, Rolin and Marlis are enjoying a carefree autumn picnic with the griffins Windsong and Ironwing when they are trapped between worlds. Too late they learn the connections among a silver starglass, a handful of pearls and five ravens. Cut off from friends, family and each other, they must survive in a land where unwary travelers fall prey to savage creatures. To save Lucambra from a devouring darkness, they join forces with some unlikely allies. Only in losing all they have ever known and loved do they discover the faithfulness of Gaelathane. less

The gallows loom large over Timothy son of Garth and his friends when twelve trumpet blasts awaken sleepy Beechtown. Forced into exile, King Rolin and Queen Marlis set out with their companions to find a fabled golden forest and learn its secrets before the griffins perish of a deadly disease. To save the sorcs, they must enlist the help of the mysterious Wood Folk, an ancient and noble race... moreThe gallows loom large over Timothy son of Garth and his friends when twelve trumpet blasts awaken sleepy Beechtown. Forced into exile, King Rolin and Queen Marlis set out with their companions to find a fabled golden forest and learn its secrets before the griffins perish of a deadly disease. To save the sorcs, they must enlist the help of the mysterious Wood Folk, an ancient and noble race. In laying down his life for a stranger, Timothy discovers that the true measure of trees and men lies in the hidden treasures of the heart. The Golden Wood is a gripping adventure tale that will captivate pre-teens, teens and adults. less

Merryn, the ailing daughter of Beechtown’s brewmaster, is betrayed by her own kin after her father mysteriously disappears up the River Foamwater. Sold into slavery, she is captured by a band of notorious outlaws who haunt the Forest of Fellglade, a marshy woods north of Beechtown. Beyond death’s door, she finds wholeness in a nameless Friend. When Merryn risks all to save a mysterious shut-in, she discovers the life she was born to lead... moreMerryn, the ailing daughter of Beechtown’s brewmaster, is betrayed by her own kin after her father mysteriously disappears up the River Foamwater. Sold into slavery, she is captured by a band of notorious outlaws who haunt the Forest of Fellglade, a marshy woods north of Beechtown. Beyond death’s door, she finds wholeness in a nameless Friend. When Merryn risks all to save a mysterious shut-in, she discovers the life she was born to lead. The Greenstones will take readers on a dizzying journey into the realms of life and death, love lost and love rediscovered. This is the fourth book in the King of the Trees fantasy series. Seven titles have been published to date. All titles feature a glossary and pronunciation guide at the back to make for easier reading and/or reading aloud. This series is ideal for both pre-teens and teens (ages 8 and up, male or female), including young adults and adults. These books do not contain objectionable language, and appeal to those who enjoy The Chronicles of Narnia, The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, The Borrowers, The Wind in the Willows, and other classics. Illustrated. 216 pages. less

While helping her father tap maple trees for syrup, Kyleah awakens an ancient evil slumbering in the mountains above her village. Fulfilling her prophetic destiny, she seeks the fabled firebird to combat this scourge she has unleashed upon the two-legged race. Throughout her harrowing quest, she must learn to trust the King as she becomes the very enemy she dreads. Kyleah’s Mirrors follows the odyssey of a young girl who finds strength in her weakness and weakness in her strength... moreWhile helping her father tap maple trees for syrup, Kyleah awakens an ancient evil slumbering in the mountains above her village. Fulfilling her prophetic destiny, she seeks the fabled firebird to combat this scourge she has unleashed upon the two-legged race. Throughout her harrowing quest, she must learn to trust the King as she becomes the very enemy she dreads. Kyleah’s Mirrors follows the odyssey of a young girl who finds strength in her weakness and weakness in her strength. This is the sixth book in the King of the Trees fantasy series. Seven titles have been published to date. All titles feature a glossary and pronunciation guide at the back to make for easier reading and/or reading aloud. This series is ideal for both pre-teens and teens (ages 8 and up, male or female), including young adults and adults. These books do not contain objectionable language, and appeal to those who enjoy The Chronicles of Narnia, The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, The Borrowers, The Wind in the Willows, and other classics. Illustrated. 256 pages. less

Who creates the clouds and brings the rain? While battling dragons, Prince Elwyn discovers a cloud-riddle and a three-pronged staff, the keys to a hidden treasure. Pursued by a foggy foe bent on stealing the staff, Elwyn sets out to find the treasure and its rightful owner. Princess Kyleah joins him in his quest. Success is in sight when they learn their adventures have only just begun... moreWho creates the clouds and brings the rain? While battling dragons, Prince Elwyn discovers a cloud-riddle and a three-pronged staff, the keys to a hidden treasure. Pursued by a foggy foe bent on stealing the staff, Elwyn sets out to find the treasure and its rightful owner. Princess Kyleah joins him in his quest. Success is in sight when they learn their adventures have only just begun.Book VII in the King of the Trees series, The Birthing Tree portrays Gaelathane’s perfect love, which molds the lives of a prince and princess into one. less