The Faraway Forest: Hester's Big Dream
By Debbie Fong
Early reader graphic novel series
Chronicle Books, September 15, 2026; 80 pages
Series: The Faraway Forest
Subrights Info
- Translation rights available via Chronicle Books
- UK/ANZ rights available via Chronicle Books
- Film/TV rights available via Janna Co.
- Merchandising and commercial rights available via Janna Co.
Hester has just moved to the Faraway Forest. As a night owl, she loves to rise just as the sun sets, and she keeps herself busy all night with her hobbies: dancing, cooking, writing, and costume making. But Hester wonders if there are new friends to be made when the sun is out. Can she stay awake long enough to find out? Or will she discover there is more to the mysterious forest night than she imagines? Either way, Hester is definitely going to have an adventure!
For readers who love The Faraway Forest: Wally’s Route or anyone new to this lively illustrated series, good feelings and great fun await in this delightful story.
Reviews
“An engaging, feel-good series entry, well worth collecting and recommending to young readers.”
“There is no time of day or night that is not magical here. The Faraway Forest’s denizens are universally kind.”
Awards and Accolades
- CCBC Starred Book of the Week 2026
This book might appeal to fans of Donut Feed the Squirrels by Mika Song, Owly: The Way Home by Andy Runton, and Hilda and the Troll by Luke Pearson.
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Author Bio
Debbie Fong is a comic artist, illustrator, and designer from Brooklyn, NY. Currently, she runs POMMO Press, an online shop selling mini-comics, zines, prints, and many fun accessories. As an illustrator, she enjoys both commercial work as well as longer narrative projects. Past clients include Time Inc. Books, The Strand, and CreativeFeed. Her most recent books include the forthcoming Faraway Forest series, and she was the illustrator for Catherine Newman’s What Can I Say? and How To Be A Person. Visit Debbie at http://www.debbiefong.com/.
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