The heart behind the quill.
Enchanting Tales for Young Readers – Dive into Mysteries, Adventures, and More.
Hawthorn Quill Publishing is a boutique literary press rooted in timeless storytelling and thoughtful design. We cultivate imaginative works that blend the wonder of nature, myth and history-where every word is planted with care and every story leaves a lasting impression. From epic fantasies to gentle children’s tales, we publish with purpose, beauty and enduring vision.
Where words take root and stories endure.™
Discover our Canadian authors & stories. Proudly Canadian owned.
BLACK FRIDAY WEEK
Coming November 24-30, 2025
Discover The Cozy Burrows Chronicles
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A beautiful new series, written and illustrated by Eliza Thorncroft, debuts with the first illustrated picture book Bunnies in the Berry Row. This delightful children’s series is perfect for bedtime or classroom reading. Arriving next spring. Now available for pre-orders worldwide!
New Titles Arriving in November
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Explore The Kingswell Bears Collection
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The Kingswell Bears Collection
Step into the enchanting woodland village life, where Arthur and his cousins, The Kingswell Bears, invite young readers and families to discover stories of friendship, courage and the magic of nature.
A beautiful series written by Eva Bey and Illustrated by Eliza Thorncroft is perfect for bedtime or classroom reading and listening. The 24 tales are available as audiobook and ebooks. The first illustrated picture book, Arthur and the Kingswell, just launched on October 9 and is now available worldwide!
Ready to join The Kingswell Bears on their next adventure?
Stories that Travel: From Canada to Asia
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Welcome New Readers From Asia!
We’re delighted to see new readers from across China, Japan, South Korea, and Singapore discovering our stories! Explore our world of timeless tales, gentle adventures, and literary imagination—crafted with heart in Canada and shared with readers around the world.
You can find our books through Ingram Global Connect—or ask for Hawthorn Quill titles at your local bookstore.
HAWTHORN QUILL SOCIETY
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October Read Along
Its not too late to join us as we extend discussion of Eva Bey’s Arthur and the Kingswell Trio and The Kingswell Bears Collection of Tales Audiobook into November!
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November Read Along
Join us this month as we visit the Hedgerow Hollows Tales and read Welcome, Little Ones by Eliza Thorncroft. Read it? Loved it? Listen to Hedgerow Hollows Tales Volume 1 Audiobook.
The Perfect Gift for Every Story Lover
Not sure which book they’ll love?
A Hawthorn Quill Gift Card lets them choose from our collection of timeless tales-across all ages and genres.
Easy to send, delightful to receive and always the right fit
Where to Find Us
We’re honoured to share these stories with you—tales of courage, kindness, and quiet wonder. Whether you’re discovering the Hollows for the first time or returning to a familiar burrow, we hope these books bring joy to your season.
Shop our books through your favourite retailers around the world—reaching readers across North & South America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
Our Direct Shop
Prefer to buy direct? Visit our Hawthorn Quill Shop for signed editions and exclusive collections.
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