A young girl in a cozy sweater reading a magical book in a mystical library. The scene has glowing purple crystals, floating butterflies, and a view of a castle on a hill under a starry sky with crescent moons outside the window. The left side features the title 'The Grimoire' and a brief description of a fantasy series for children.
Meet Amber

Book One: The White Unicorn

Book cover for "The GriMoires: The White Unicorn" by Victoria Martin. Features a young girl with long brown hair touching the face of a white unicorn with a glowing, sparkling mane. They are in a lush, enchanted garden with purple flowers and a stone house in the background. An open book with a magic tree emblem rests on the ground, and a black cat sits nearby. The scene is magical and fantasy-themed.

Ideal For

  • Children aged 8–12

  • Independent readers

  • Shared reading with parents, carers or teachers

  • Children who love unicorns, magic and enchanted worlds

  • Neurodivergent readers, including autistic and ADHD children

  • Readers who benefit from accessible page layouts and supportive illustrations

  • Children developing confidence and emotional resilience

  • Families and schools exploring wellbeing through fiction.

When eleven-year-old Amber discovers a mysterious old grimoire, she is whisked away to a hidden world where magic is real and every adventure begins with the turn of a page.

Her very first journey leads her deep into an enchanted forest, where she meets a gentle white unicorn whose home is slowly disappearing beneath the shadows of fear and uncertainty. Together, Amber must find the courage to trust herself, embrace the unknown and discover that even the smallest act of kindness can create extraordinary change.

Filled with wonder, friendship and unforgettable magic, The White Unicorn is the first book in The Grimoire series—a collection of heart warming adventures celebrating imagination, belonging and the strength that can be found within us all.

Recommended Reading Age

8–12 years

Perfect for readers who enjoy magical fantasy adventures, mythical creatures and heartwarming stories that explore courage, friendship and believing in yourself.

Accessible Reading Features

✔ Short, manageable chapters

✔ Beautiful, supportive illustrations throughout

✔ Clean, uncluttered page layouts

✔ Dyslexia-friendly formatting

✔ Sensory-friendly storytelling

✔ Gentle emotional themes woven naturally into the adventure

✔ Positive neurodiversity representation

✔ Designed to encourage reading confidence and a lifelong love of books

The White Unicorn is the opening adventure in The Grimoire series, introducing Amber, the mysterious magical grimoire, and a world where every journey combines fantasy, emotional growth and unforgettable adventure in a way that feels accessible, inclusive and inspiring.

An illustrated poster for 'The White Unicorn' featuring a young girl with long brown hair, wearing a purple cloak, gently touching the face of a white unicorn with a long, flowing mane in a magical garden with glowing fairy lights, purple flowers, and a cozy house in the background. The poster lists themes such as friendship, kindness, courage, managing anxiety, neurodiversity, imagination, and self-discovery, with decorative icons and a mystical book and lantern nearby.

Book Two: The Midnight Garden

Book cover illustration for 'The Gimore: The Midnight Garden' by Victoria Martin-M featuring a young girl with long, curly hair and a black cat sitting on a wooden bench in a magical garden at night. The garden is illuminated by glowing lights, with a large house covered in purple and white flowers, trees, a pond with lilies, and a bright full moon and stars in the sky. 
When restless thoughts keep Amber awake long after the rest of the world has fallen asleep, the mysterious Grimoire appears once again, carrying her to a breathtaking moonlit garden where time slows, nature whispers, and every step invites her to breathe a little more deeply.

Guided by the quiet companionship of Shadow, her faithful black cat, Amber wanders among silver ponds, glowing flowers and gentle woodland creatures, discovering that peace isn't about making every thought disappear—it’s about finding a place where they no longer feel so overwhelming.

Filled with wonder, comfort and quiet magic, The Midnight Garden is the second book in The Grimoire series—a heartwarming adventure celebrating emotional wellbeing, self-acceptance and the healing power of nature.

Accessible Reading Features

✔ Short, manageable chapters

✔ Beautiful, supportive illustrations throughout

✔ Clean, uncluttered page layouts

✔ Dyslexia-friendly formatting

✔ Sensory-friendly storytelling

✔ Calm pacing designed to reduce cognitive overload

✔ Positive neurodiversity representation

✔ Designed to encourage reading confidence while supporting emotional wellbeing

The Midnight Garden is the second adventure in The Grimoire series. Through magical storytelling and a peaceful enchanted garden, it offers children a reassuring reminder that even when their minds feel busy, they can find moments of calm, comfort and hope.

Recommended Reading Age

8–12 years

Perfect for readers who enjoy magical fantasy adventures, peaceful nature settings and heartwarming stories that gently explore emotions, self-acceptance and finding calm.

Ideal For

  • Children aged 8–12

  • Independent readers

  • Shared reading with parents, carers or teachers

  • Children who enjoy magical fantasy and enchanting gardens

  • Neurodivergent readers, including autistic and ADHD children

  • Readers who benefit from accessible page layouts and supportive illustrations

  • Children experiencing anxiety, overthinking or difficulties settling at bedtime

  • Families, schools and libraries supporting emotional wellbeing through fiction

An illustrated scene of a girl with long dark hair and a black cat sitting by a pond in a magical moonlit garden, with glowing lanterns, purple flowers, a gazebo, and a full moon in the sky.

A decorative sign with the text 'More coming soon' surrounded by a circle of leaves and small dots.