Rachel Chivers Khoo

Hello! I’m Rachel Chivers Khoo, author of The Wishkeeper’s Apprentice, The Magician Next Door & the Finders of Silverthorn Forest series.
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Finders of Silverthorn Forest: The Lost Treasures

“A gorgeous cosy story filled with nature, friendship and adventure.” Katya Balen

While hunting for an old time capsule that his grandma once buried in the woods, Max never expects to discover the home of a small magical creature. Nor does he expect that magical creature to have an extensive collection of lost items, all catalogued and labelled. Yet this is how he meets Tuftorious Snook, collector of lost objects, and just one of the many Finders living in Silverthorn Forest.

Thrilled by his discovery, Max can’t wait to find out more about these extraordinary creatures. But when he accidentally breaks the most important rule – never steal – he’s banished from their home. With Silverthorn Forest in danger, however, Max must somehow find a way to save Tuft and the other Finders before it’s too late.

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The Magician Next Door

“A charming story brimming with magic and wonder.” Hannah Gold

Late one night a flying house crash-lands in ten-year-old Callie’s garden. It is the home of magician Winnifred and all of her magical artefacts. Winnifred asks for Callie’s help finding her lost Wanderdust – until she realizes it is Callie’s sadness that is causing her malfunctioning magic.

With Winnifred’s most precious magical possessions at risk from malicious pixies and dangerous giants, can Callie and her friend Sam find the Wanderdust in time to save the magician?

Enchanting black-and-white illustrations by Alice McKinley.

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The Wishkeeper’s Apprentice

SHORTLISTED FOR THE SPARK! SCHOOL BOOK AWARDS

LONGLISTED FOR THE UKLA BOOK AWARDS

“Full of wonder and magic.” Abi Elphinstone

A magical book about the power of wishes for readers aged 7+

Wanted! A wishkeeper’s apprentice.

When Felix makes a very special wish, he doesn’t expect to be offered a job as an apprentice to wishkeeper Rupus Beewinkle. Now Felix must save the town’s wishes from the wishsnatcher, who wants to destroy hopes and dreams everywhere.

Beautiful black-and-white illustrations by Rachel Sanson.

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Praise for The Wishkeeper’s Apprentice:

“Imaginative, heart-warming… A magical tale.” ― A.F. Steadman

“Charming and magical, with shades of E Nesbit.” Editor’s Choice, The Bookseller

“Full of wonder and magic.” Abi Elphinstone

Praise for The Magician Next Door:

“A charming story brimming with magic and wonder.” – Hannah Gold

“Original, exciting and full of warmth, magic and heart, this is a tale that will sweep you away.” – Sinéad O’Hart

“Sparkling with magic and heartfelt wonder, The Magician Next Door kept me smiling from cover to cover. Set amid the mystical wilds of Northern Ireland, Callie’s quest to help a magician-in-need is a story to cherish.” – Jennifer Bell

Praise for Finders of Silverthorn Forest:

“A gorgeous cosy story filled with nature, friendship and adventure.” – Katya Balen

“A treasure trove of magic.” – Abi Elphinstone

“A charming story with a heartfelt environmental message, all about trusting new friends, treasuring family and memories, and protecting our ancient trees and all who dwell in them.” – Liz Flanagan