CHILDREN BOOKS

Nestled deep in the Appalachian Mountains is the little holler of Whistle Creek, where in a cozy little cave you’ll find Harlan, a big-hearted sasquatch with a knack for growin’ greens. Each day, Harlen tends his garden, dreamin’ it’ll be the finest patch of greens this side of the Mississippi. But when a storm barrels through the town, Harlen must set aside his gardening tools in order to help his neighbors. Together, they brave the howlin’ winds and discover that helpin’ one another makes ‘em all stronger than any storm.

Harlen and the Howlin’ Storm is a picture book for ages 5 and up from Once Upon a Game. It’s a charming story about friendship, courage, and coming together when it matters most. Parents will love the meaningful lessons and playful southern twang, while kids will fall in love with the unforgettable characters and magical illustrations. A must for any library — and a favorite we hope you’ll return to again and again!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR & BOOK DESIGNER - Carlos Vargas is a Cuban American and LGBTQIA+ artist, designer, and author. He owns and operates Once Upon a Game, a boutique publishing house that specializes in creating board games and books for families to enjoy together. Outside of work and design, Carlos enjoys playing tabletop games, knitting quirky creatures called BLOTS, and relaxing with a Disney movie. He lives in Boone, NC with his partner and their three cats.

ABOUT THE ILLUSTRATOR - Andrea Revilla is a Venezuelans artist and llustrator with a passion for capturing and illustrating people's lives. With a couple of years of experience in both traditional and digital media, Andrea bring creativity to every project they work on. In their free time, Andrea enjoy diving into a good middle grade novel with a big cup of coffee by their side. CLICK HERE TO SEE MORE OF ANDREA REVILLA’S WORK