The Adventures of Thistlewink -The Lost Joey of Mount Hypipamee

By Briony Bramble

The Adventures of Thistlewink. Book One invites young readers into a gentle, magical world hidden deep within the rainforest of the Atherton Tablelands in Far North Queensland. Thistlewink is a tiny fei creature with a chameleon's gift for changing colour, her hues shifting softly with every emotion. She lives quietly among ancient trees, glowing fungi, and the secret rhythms of the forest, until the day a shimmer of magic ripples through the canopy and calls her into her very first adventure.

When a young red pademelon becomes lost near Mt Hypipamee, Thistlewink must follow glowing clues, listen to the whispers of the forest, and trust her own courage. Along the way she meets wise fei companions, gentle rainforest creatures, and the natural wonders that shape her world. Through each step of her journey, she learns that even the smallest being can bring comfort, kindness, and hope.

This beautifully illustrated story blends soft fantasy with real Australian landscapes, celebrating the unique wildlife and rainforest life of the Atherton Tablelands. Themes of friendship, belonging, emotional expression, courage, and the quiet magic of nature run throughout the book, making it ideal for families who value warm storytelling and calming, imaginative adventures.

As the first title in the series, this book introduces Thistlewink's world and the fei friends who will join her in future stories. With its soothing tone and heartfelt message, The Adventures of Thistlewink and Her Fei Friends offers a gentle reading experience filled with wonder, colour, and the beauty of the natural world.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1764547446
• ISBN13: 9781764547444
• Release Date: April 2026
• Publisher: Create & Craft Studio
• Length: 46 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 6 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 7