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Book: The Goodness of Unicorns Author: Kayla E. Green Genre: YA Noblebright Fantasy Release Date: October 21, 2025

One girl determined to heal her sister and another looking for purpose in a nation on the brink of war. And unicorns—with a twist you’ve never seen before. It’s Rowan Tritonia’s sixteenth Naming Anniversary. Her plans for the day never included a headache that causes her to almost faint on a day meant for celebration. When the world comes back into focus, her brown eyes have changed to magenta. But what scares her more is that everything around her is now black and white coupled with a mysterious ability to see the light and shadows in a person’s soul. Then a local cleric implies that Rowan could have the power of Sight, a gift which has only been seen in the stories of unicorns in the Book of Verimor, an ancient text. Rowan is perplexed. Why would Verimor give her something she never asked for instead of answering her greatest prayer to help her younger sister, Blythe? News of the girl with Sight quickly travels beyond Rowan’s local village. When the King of Wisteria learns of her gift from a letter, he summons her to the castle. With growing political tensions from neighboring nations, Rowan may be able to provide the aid they desperately need. Linnea, the king’s sister and his primary advisor, prays that Rowan has truly been blessed by a unicorn and can save the nation and its people from encroaching darkness. Meanwhile, back at home, Blythe, sets out on her own journey. She feels helpless, tied down by the pain that keeps her homebound most of the time. Although she wears a smile to comfort those around her—especially her family—Blythe wonders if her life will ever amount to anything more than fading into the background. Is she truly too broken for any greater purpose, or can Verimor still use her?

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About the Author

Kayla E. Green is an author and poet who writes to remind others—and herself—that light always prevails over darkness. When she isn’t writing, reading, or spending time with her family, she loves singing loudly and off-key to KLove Radio and pretending she’s a unicorn. Fittingly, her debut novel is The Goodness of Unicorns. Kayla has also written an award-winning YA fantasy novella, Aivan: The One Truth, and an inspirational poetry collection, Metamorphosis. Kayla also has stories, poems, and devotionals featured in various anthologies, and she has several flash fiction stories available through Havok Publishing

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Do you enjoy reading book dedications? The Goodness of Unicorns’ dedication reads:

For my twin sister and first friend, Kari:

My world, and the world at large, is brighter with you in it.

May everyone who reads this find the strength in their own journeys to embrace the beacon of hope God has placed in their hearts for both themselves and those around them.

“But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” 1 Peter 3:15, NIV

It will come as no surprise to those who read the book’s dedication that TGOU is a story about two sisters who are best friends; but, like any relationship, conflict happens. And, sometimes, it arises from the best of intentions. Sisters, navigating chronic pain, finding purpose and learning that bravery doesn’t always look like charging into battle are all elements you will find in The Goodness of Unicorns. Join sisters Rowan and Blythe in the world of Wisteria where they each have important choices to make for the sake of light, goodness, and one another.

Interview with the Author

Do you read books in this genre? If so, who do you like to read?
- Yes, I love reading other YA fantasy, YA Christian fantasy, and YA noblebright books! Though not an exhaustive list, some of my favorite authors who write these genres are Tabitha Caplinger, Sara Ella, Hannah Carter, V. Romas Burton, Alissa J. Zavalianos, and Morgan L. Busse.

If you could travel back in time, what time period would you go to?
- Easy—third period, senior year of high school. Journalism Newspaper was my favorite class and it shaped who I am so very much. And my amazing journalism teacher, Ms. Peregoy? She was a bridesmaid at my wedding and someone I call a dear friend today.
- (I know this isn’t exactly what the question was asking, but I stand firm on my answer 😊)

What is your favorite hymn and why?
- I love Amazing Grace. It reminds me of my great grandmother, Edna Mae who was a strong woman of God. But It is Well and Joy to the World are close to my heart too for the truth the lyrics share.

Share with me a few of your favorite things.
- Some of my favorite things include: going to church with my family, the color pink, unicorns, going to the library with my little, dogs, sugar skulls, queso, the movies Matilda and Coco, any song by Matthew West, and hearing from readers.

What is one question you would like readers to ask you? What would be your answer?
- I love when readers ask me about the significance behind the book title The Goodness of Unicorns. The title is a reflection of the goodness of God. In this fantasy world, unicorns are messengers of Verimor which is a parallel to angels as messengers of God. Even though there is darkness in the world, and we don’t always see the light because of it, God is always there. “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” —Romans 8:28 (NIV)