The Great Tree of Avalon

The setting feels so vibrant and alive—I'm curious whether the author drew from real-world forests or imagined it entirely. Did the depiction evolve during writing?

The tone feels just right for middle-grade readers, blending excitement with whimsy. I wonder if that mix was intentional from the start.

The blending of familiar myth with original magic created such a rich universe. I'm curious about what led to choosing these particular legends.