The Forest Tells You Things

Twelve year old Sylvia Calloway is just trying to survive middle school.

She worries about fitting in. She worries about being noticed. She worries that everyone else seems to understand something about life that she somehow missed.

But strange things keep happening.

An owl appears where it shouldn't be.

Fireflies gather when no one can explain why.

A beloved beagle seems to hear thoughts that were never spoken aloud.

And deep in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the forest itself seems to be whispering secrets through feelings, instincts, and moments that don't quite make sense.

As Sylvia struggles to understand the mysterious warmth growing inside her, she finds unexpected allies in a grieving science teacher, a loyal dog, and a handful of friends who are carrying burdens of their own.

But not everyone believes children should become everything they are meant to be.

Some people think the brightest lights are safer when they stay hidden.

As Sylvia uncovers the truth about the strange connection she shares with the natural world, she must decide whether to shrink herself to fit in or embrace the gifts that make her different.

Filled with friendship, wonder, courage, and the quiet magic of self-discovery, The Forest Tells You Things is a heartwarming middle grade novel for readers who love nature, mystery, and stories about finding the strength to be yourself.

Perfect for ages 10-14 and for anyone who has ever felt different, overlooked, or destined for something more.