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by Lorelai Hart (Author), Lisa Maria (Illustrator)
Meet Thomas the Tank Engine in an enchanting new picture book series that introduces a new generation to the joys of friendship, storytelling, and adventure!
Thomas the Tank Engine is back in an enchanting, all-new story that captures the heart of his legacy and introduces him to a new generation! As Thomas ventures alone into the mysterious Whistling Woods--determined to prove his bravery--he soon learns that some adventures are better with friends by his side. When Percy and Rosie arrive to lend their unwavering support, Thomas discovers the true magic of togetherness. At the same time, a young and precocious train enthusiast, Ollie, dreams of traveling alone to visit his grandpa via the Blue Railway. However, when his family tags along, Ollie feels his adventure is not as big or independent as he'd imagined. Through the power of storytelling, both Thomas and Ollie learn the true magic of togetherness. With beautifully warm illustrations and Thomas's timeless charm, this new picture book invites readers to connect with the world of Thomas as never before.Author Biography
Lorelai Hart is the proud author of magical books for children. She loves marshmallows, mountains, and making people smile. She believes that getting good rest is the first step to making big dreams come true. If you need her, she is probably petting one of her five cats, or her two dogs, or spending time with her family.
Lisa Maria is an illustrator who loves bringing adorable, silly animal characters to life. Her inspiration often comes from the mundane surroundings: her dog, her friend's cat, weird shaped vegetables, trees, antique trinkets, cultural diversities, childhood memories, funny memes and all the little overlooked things that quietly sparkle when no one's watching. She aims to create work that feels playful, silly, warm, relatable, and a little bit unexpected. When she's not drawing, she's giving her dog, Yumi, her much-needed belly rubs, thinking of a new dish or dessert to cook and bake, going for a walk, going camping and immersing herself in nature, or just relaxing on the couch watching K-dramas!
Number of Pages: 32
Dimensions: 0.4 x 9.85 x 9.93 IN
Publication Date: May 12, 2026
