What’s Inside?
“With a theme about the value of writing notes and letters...that is as original as it is clever, The Written Adventure of Nella Lace is an extraordinary, unique, and unreservedly recommended pick...” – Midwestern Book Review
In a kingdom cut off by a curse, a young unicorn spreads joy by writing letters.
When kids feel lonely, isolated, or disconnected, a handwritten letter can do what a screen can't.
The Written Adventure of Nella Lace, written by Laura Leeson and
illustrated by Harvey Walls, is a whimsical picture book that follows a young unicorn in the magical land of Glenndondia who learns the power of written words through letters. During her journey, she models the thought process behind how she writes and practices saying more than the bare minimum. In an era where kids turn to AI to build connections, The Written Adventure of Nella Lace shows them that some relationships don't need screens. Templates are included in the back to guide kids in writing their own letters including thank-you cards and apology notes.
This is a signed paperback edition of the picture book. Also available in hardcover and as a Kindle eBook wherever books are sold.
For children seeking an “early chapter book” feel, check out our school edition!
The Written Adventure of Nella Lace is one part cute fantasy story, one part how to guide, and all heart!
With multi-generational appeal, this story models how to think about writing and the joys of sharing our heart with others.
Perfect as a gift for classrooms and families.
A must-read for children ages 6-9!
The same story you know and love, now with page numbers and "Stop and Think" questions — this early chapter book, written by Laura Leeson and illustrated by Harvey Walls, is perfect for family read-alouds, classroom discussions, and homeschool letter-writing lessons.
The Written Adventure of Nella Lace is one part fantasy, one part how-to guide for children seeking to build connections in a fast-paced world. Set in the whimsical land of Glenndondia, the story follows a lonely unicorn who is encouraged to write letters to her loved ones far away. Through her letters, she models to kids how to think about what they want to say — and how to write a heartfelt thank-you note of their own.
Templates are included in the back with sentence starters to guide kids through the five styles of letters Nella Lace writes in the story. These include thank you cards and apology notes.
This is a signed paperback edition of the picture book. Also available in hardcover and as a Kindle eBook wherever books are sold. Looking for more of a picture book feel? Check out the original edition!
What are People Saying?
“…As a grandmother, I hope my grandchildren will experience the joy of writing a letter and receiving one in return. In a fast-paced digital world, this book reminds us that a handwritten message carries something truly special.” ~ Jan Jorgensen, Grandmother, Amazon
“I really enjoyed how different this kind of story was from many others. Staying connected with others through letter writing is such a great idea for this day and age (as it is a lost art). These are keepsakes for sure! I like how the main character shares her questions as she figures out what to say in each letter type. I love that there are suggestions at the end for writing different kinds of letters, with prompts. Adorable pictures as well!” Dr. Julie McDonnell, Educator, Amazon
“The illustrations are creative, playful, and full of soft pastels and rainbows – the children in my class loved the colors!” Tina Frangi, Educator, Goodreads
With 4.6 stars on Amazon and over 20 reviews, this book is worth checking out!
Looking for more reviews, stories, and pictures from real people who love this book? Check out Nella Lace in the Wild!
Get to know
Laura Leeson
Welcome to my world of whimsical world of imagination, where words dance and stories spring to life! I'm Laura Leeson, author of The Written Adventure of Nella Lace and a former teacher. I writing the books I wish I'd had in my own classroom.
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my illustrator
Harvey Walls brought The Written Adventure of Nella Lace to life. As a graphic designer and children’s book illustrator, Nella Lace, our favorite unicorn, is not the only magical animal in his collection. He’s also illustrated stories about dragons, dogs, and wolves! You can find out more about him on Facebook or Instagram and check out some of his other upcoming projects.