JULIA BLACKBURN
Magical Nature Stories for Children
Award-nominated author creating eco-adventures that spark wonder and connection with the natural world
Draw Your Favourite Songbird!
There are all sorts of birds to colour in on my activities page.
Choose your favourite and send me your picture to be featured
here on my website.
Here are some recent favourites - HUGE thanks to the young artists who submitted.
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I write eco-adventure stories for children aged 8–12, blending nature and imagination to show how courage, curiosity, and care can change the world.
My books — including The Lost Dragonflies and The Songbird Choir Series — explore trust, friendship, and the invisible threads that bind people and nature together.
Through storytelling, I hope to inspire the next generation of readers to see the wonder in the wild, wherever they live.
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Explore My Books
The Songbird Army
Book 1 in
The Songbird Choir Series
When a gang of magpie bullies threaten their garden home, Rube must find his courage to unite the small birds and stand up for what's right. A tale of song, friendship, and bravery.
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The May Day Chorus
Book 2 in
The Songbird Choir Series
When choir is exiled and banned from singing, Rube must learn to listen, to jays, to outcasts, and to voices he once ignored. A tale of redemption, harmony, and second chances.
The Seven Dawns
Book 3 in
The Songbird Choir Series
The singing competition has begun. And Rube the robin is hiding a secret that could help him win.
Rube has taken in an injured nightingale, a bird in hiding from a deadly owl. But when her voice could win the competition, the temptation to let her sing is too great.
School Visits
Bring the magic of nature into your classroom.
I offer creative writing and storytelling workshops for primary schools, helping pupils explore the connections between imagination and the natural world.
Each visit blends creativity, ecology, and fun — encouraging children to think like young naturalists and write their own adventures.
Curious About Nature?
Explore bite-sized posts about the plants and animals that inspire my stories.
Perfect for curious kids and teachers researching the natural world.
Whether you’re searching for stories that bring nature to life or workshops that spark young imaginations, I’d love to hear from you.
