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"A world with a purpose"
Tawny Owl Wood: Where Imagination, Inclusion and Nature Come Together

Created by independent author Louise A. Shaw, Tawny Owl Wood is more than a collection of children's books. It is an enchanting world where fantasy meets real life, inspiring children to love reading, explore nature and understand the importance of kindness, inclusion and empathy.
Through woodland adventures, memorable characters and fairy communities, our stories introduce children to teamwork, friendship, compassion and the importance of protecting wildlife. Nature and conservation are woven throughout, helping young readers discover seasonal changes, biodiversity and the world around them.
Our mission goes beyond nature. Diversity, inclusion and representation are at the heart of everything we do. We want children to feel represented, celebrate differences and understand others. Created by a dyslexic author, our books are thoughtfully designed with neurodivergent readers in mind, using calming colours, clear fonts, considered spacing and gentle illustrations to make reading more accessible and enjoyable.
Tawny Owl Wood offers something for children as they grow. Our Owlets picture books introduce younger readers to the woodland, while our Fledglings chapter books provide longer adventures for ages 7–12. We also create puzzles, activity packs and complementary products that bring the stories to life beyond the page.
Everything we create shares one purpose: to encourage curiosity, build confidence, nurture a love of reading and help children develop a stronger connection with people and nature.
Tawny Owl Wood is a world with a purpose — inspiring children to be kind, celebrate differences, explore their imaginations and care for the world around them.

Meet the characters of

Tawny Owl Wood

At Tawny Owl Wood, we celebrate diversity! Our characters come from all walks of life, representing different shapes, sizes, colors, abilities, and disabilities. To us, everyone is perfect and belongs in our stories. Want to meet them? Click below.

“If you are lucky enough to be different, don’t ever change!”

Montage of characters from the books

Take a walk through the

Tawny Owl Wood shop

Children’s books 0–6yrs and 7–12yrs, jigsaw puzzles, prints and activity packs.

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Hebe and the Wriggling Words book cover

Meet the Creators

Louise Show, Author
Louise A Shaw

The Author

Lesley Hart, Editor
Lesley Hart

The Editor

Sarah-Leigh Walton, Illustrator
Sarah-Leigh Walton

The Illustrator

Our Mission Statement

"Tawny Owl Wood™, our mission is to inspire and lead by example, crafting thought-provoking children’s books that captivate the imagination. We blend fantasy and reality to create a world of diversity and inclusivity, striving to break down social barriers and teach the importance of nature recovery. We are dedicated to producing beautiful, eco-friendly, and sustainable books that protect the environment and endure for generations."