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  • Published: 31 October 2023
  • ISBN: 9780241457184
  • Imprint: Puffin
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 304
  • RRP: $21.00

Swifter than Starlight

A Wilder than Midnight Story



A new, wonderfully magical and inclusive tale set within the whimsical world of Wilder than Midnight

Long ago, on a winter's eve, two sisters walked into a wolf-wild wood but only one returned. . .

The Faraway Wood is full of twisting thorns and sharp teeth. Stirring with myth and music. It's the perfect place for bandits, thieves and secrets to hide.

Until a prince goes missing.

Lilac is a strong girl, happy with her found family, yet searching for her sister.
Clover is a determined girl, eager to find what's been lost to her, though scared to leave her village.
Hester is a smart girl, one step ahead of trouble, and ready for adventure.

Together, they will unite the realm.

  • Published: 31 October 2023
  • ISBN: 9780241457184
  • Imprint: Puffin
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 304
  • RRP: $21.00

About the author

Cerrie Burnell

Cerrie Burnell is an author, actor and activist. During her time on CBeebies she broke down barriers, challenged stereotypes and overcame discrimination to become one of the most visible disabled presenters on children's television. She is also the author of twelve children's books including her first non-fiction title, I Am Not A Label.

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Praise for Swifter than Starlight

Praise for Wilder than Midnight: 'Guaranteed to bring beauty, magic and joy into the hearts of all who read it'

Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs