Saera & The Vaelstryx

Bys: Smeltzer, Brett and Smeltzer, Julia

High in the mountains of Aerivalde, where the valleys stretch wide and the skies are filled with wonder, a young girl named Saera dares to dream beyond the world she knows.

Saera & The Vaelstryx is a beautifully illustrated fantasy picture book that follows Saera as she gazes toward the skies and the legendary Vaelstryx-majestic winged creatures said to soar higher than any dream. When Saera longs to be something more than she is, her quiet wish sets in motion a journey that will teach her she was never meant to change... only to understand who she already is.

Told through rich, cinematic illustrations and gentle, chaptered storytelling, this book is perfect for:

Children who love fantasy, dragons, and mythical creaturesParents seeking meaningful read-aloud storiesEducators and classrooms exploring themes of bravery, perseverance, and imagination

With a picture on every spread and lyrical prose designed to be read together, Saera & The Vaelstryx invites readers of all ages into a world of mountains, sky, and possibility.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1067363025
• ISBN13: 9781067363024
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Somniforge Studios
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.1" x 9.2"
• Age Range: 5 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 7