Juvenile Fiction
Illustrator: Amanda Ravensdale
Date Published: June 10, 2025
Publisher: Lucid Books Publishing
bonds that hold us together. When Mama Wolf discovers her den is no longer
safe for the winter, she must make a difficult decision to protect her young
pup, Caleb. In the midst of a fierce snowstorm, they venture through the
forest in search of a safe haven. Along the way, they encounter creatures who,
though kind, are unable to provide shelter. Just as hope seems to dwindle,
Mama Wolf finds a family willing to take Caleb in.
As Mama Wolf departs with a tender kiss, Caleb is left with a swirl of
emotions-doubt, fear, and curiosity. Can Mama truly repair their den? What
will it be like to live with a new family? And most importantly, will she keep
her promise to return?
Join Caleb on his journey of discovery as he learns what it means to be part
of a new family, while Mama Wolf works tirelessly to secure their home.
Through the experiences of both Caleb and his foster family, this enchanting
story reminds us all that raising little ones in safety and love takes not
just a parent, but an entire forest.
Jessie Todd Mayfield lives in Akron, Ohio where she works as a labor and
delivery nurse by night and writer by day. She is passionate about
children’s literature from her years of teaching English abroad, and
about at-risk children from her family’s own involvement with the
ministry Safe Families for Children and foster care—namely her youngest
brother, Jacob, who was adopted from foster care. Jessie loves to write songs
and travel the country with her bluegrass musician husband, David, who is her
greatest encourager and sweetest soulmate. She is grateful for her family who
has championed this project, and the many families doing the hard work of
making their homes a safe place for children—whether theirs or someone
else’s.
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