mara willis
Mara Willis writes magical stories with bare feet and heart full of wonder. When she's not wrangling wild ideas or sipping tea with imaginary animal friends, she's out in the yard talking to her trees.
Her debut picture book, The Winter Journey, follows a cozy cast of woodland creatures on a snow-kissed adventure full of friendship, snacks, and just the right amount of chaos.
Mara lives nestled between mountains, where every season brings a new story waiting to bloom. She believes in the magic of bedtime stories, messy creativity, and kids who stop to pick up cool rocks.
The Winter journey
When winter falls on an empty campground, two best friends, a cautious racoon and a thoughtful skunk, set out on a snowy journey in search of food. Along the way, they meet new forest friends, cross frozen paths, and discover the true warmth of kindness and community.
The Winter Journey is a gentle tale of friendship, courage, and finding your way home, even when the world is cold and quiet.
