The Hector Fox book series features the delightful adventures of Hector Fox and his charming woodland friends—Mo Marten, Charlie Chipmunk, Lucy Skunk, and Jeremiah Rabbit—as they seek adventure, hunt for giants, solve mysteries, and build friendships.
1. Hector Fox and the Giant Quest
“I wish fairy tales were real,” sighed little Lucy. And that was all it took for Hector and his band of merry friends to go in search of a real giant. There was a rumor that a new, enormous, shadowy stranger was living in the Forbidden Marsh beyond the forest . . . and it was not a bear . . . it must be a fairy-tale giant. With twists and turns and a capsized boat, the five friends venture far from home and make a surprising discovery . . . a giant discovery!
Astrid Sheckels
author/illustrator
Islandport Press
Hardcover, illustrated
32 page picture book
Best author/illustrator 2021
Best Illustrator 2022
“With lessons of perseverance, the power of imagination, and the joy of friendship, this book hearkens back to a simpler time and is a wonderful read for children of all ages!” - Kristin J. Reviewer, NetGalley.com
“The gorgeous illustrations in this children's book took me back to being a young child . . . Just looking at the pages is a feast . . . Add in the story itself, which promotes a love of stories and the adventures they can take us on, and I am hooked. I can't wait to share it with all the little people in my life.” - Tina B. Educator, NetGalley.com
“It is a fantastic non-scary Giant story.”
- Marjory B. Reviewer, NetGalley.com
Astrid Sheckels
author/illustrator
Islandport Press
Hardcover, illustrated
32 page picture book
Best Picture Book
All Ages 2022
Best Children’s Picture Book
All Ages 2023
3. Hector Fox and the Daring Flight
In the third book in the Hector Fox series, the woodland friends watch a kite soar on the afternoon breeze and get a crazy idea: they also want to fly like a bird. Can the friends work together to design and build a flying machine? Can they find a brave pilot? And what happens if something goes wrong in the skies above Owl Hill? As their latest adventure unfolds, Hector Fox and his woodland friends realize it will also take a little bravery to save the day.
“With a classic fairy-tale feel, this is a suspenseful, well-paced picture book of friendship, bravery, and acceptance.” Booklist
“Being a fantastic sequel to Hector Fox and the Giant Quest, Astrid Sheckels surpasses herself with this story that she so wonderfully tells through both words and full page illustrations. It’s one we will be reading till the pages crinkle and fall out, the best kind of children’s book.” @theschoolingtable
2. Hector Fox and the Raven’s Revenge
As a growing flock of ravens circles the Stone Tower where they live, three scared mice send a desperate note to Hector Fox, seeking help. Was the long-feared Raven’s Revenge finally coming true? Did danger lie ahead?
With the note and a mysterious black feather as their only clues, Hector and his woodland friends set out through the Green Wood on another adventure to solve the mystery and hopefully save the day.
Astrid Sheckels
author/illustrator
Islandport Press
Hardcover, illustrated
32 page picture book
Ages 3-8
Northern Lights Book Awards
Best author/illustrator 2025
IPNE Finalist 2023 for Best Children’s Book
4. Hector Fox and the Map of Mystery
While fishing on Stony Brook, Hector Fox and his friend find an old map hidden in a floating bottle. Hoping to find a secret treasure, the friends set off into the woods on their latest adventure. When a gang of coyotes capture them, steal the map, lock them in a tunnel, it will take brains, bravery, and teamwork to escape and discover the true meaning of treasure.
Astrid Sheckels
author/illustrator
Islandport Press - 2023
Hardcover, 32 page picture book
Northern Lights Book Awards
Best author/illustrator 2025
Independant Publisher Book Award
SILVER for Children's Picture Book
(all ages) 2025
BRONZE Moonbeam Award
Best Picture Book (all ages) 2025
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