Elayne Griffith

~ FROM WILD SEAS TO TREASURED BONDS ~A stand-alone, quick-read cozy fantasy short novel Discover the world of Larune where slice-of-life tales and furry (or scaly) companions offer friendship and comfort to the weary soul. For those who enjoy self-discovery, reflective moments, and low-stakes adventure in a charming, rustic setting. Cliona is caught between two the freedom of the sea and the rigid traditions of her dwarven clan. After a tense family gathering forces her to speak her truth, she decides to leave it all behind and start anew on a kelp farm. But her quiet life is knocked off course when she learns her clan is tracking a rare golden dragon that stole their prized gem.Driven by her love of animals, she ends up rescuing the dragon’s egg and fleeing with a crew of good-hearted smugglers. Despite a lifetime of training sea serpents, Cliona is clueless about raising a baby dragon. What will she do if it hatches before she can find the orphan a new home?Between pleasant pirates and a reclusive elven ranger, Cliona’s journey will bring her delightful discoveries about dragons, family, and where she truly belongs.Take This is relaxing fantasy for tired adultsMention of dysfunctional family dynamicsMay pull at heartstrings

~ A WANDERING DJINN WITH ONE WISH OF HIS OWN ~A stand-alone, quick-read cozy fantasyDiscover the world of Larune where slice-of-life tales and furry companions offer friendship and comfort to the weary soul. For those who enjoy self-discovery, reflective moments, and low-stakes adventure in a charming, rustic setting. For five centuries a powerful djinn (genie) has granted wishes, but lasting happiness takes more than magic.Kamod once believed his power would be used for good, but the binding magic requires him to carry out the selfish and foolish desires of others. However, there is an ancient legend that claims a truly content person could release him from his mystical servitude.Accompanied by his loyal, furry companions—a cat and a yakaroo—he travels across the rustic Blisswile Isles in hopes of fulfilling his own wish of helping people without the use of magic. Along his quest he discovers quaint countryside, new friends, and a bit of adventure and wisdom. Unfortunately, finding happiness proves to be more mythical than a flying turtle—although, sometimes, when one feels most powerless, wishes come true in unexpected ways.Take This is relaxing fantasy for tired adultsMay pull at heartstrings