The Gates of Aurona Series

Peek inside the history notebook of Hillsboro reporter Bridget Troyer! Filled with notes, pictures, and sketches, Hannah and Cameron’s mom’s personal collection of stories from Hillsboro’s colorful history is both magical and inspiring. Meet Bridget’s inspiration, newspaperwoman Emma McKinney. See images of the Jackson family who inspired Hannah and Cameron’s Jackson School Elementary. Learn the story behind Antonio’s favorite hangout: the Cornelius Pass Roadhouse. Bridget has even left pages for you to create your own record of your hometown’s secret and enchanted story. Let it not be forgotten! If you liked THE GATES OF AURONA chapter book series, you will love this tour of the Troyer family’s very real Oregon home and all its stories by national award-winning author Tonya Macalino. Click now to explore the magical town of Hillsboro! Recommended for ages 8-12.

Stories ancient, stories new, what secrets will they reveal? Hannah and Cameron are leaving town. Mom and Dad have decided to steal the family away to a cabin in Champoeg State Park where they can wrap their heads around everything that's happened to them. But have they just walked into Spina de Mùl's clutches and an ancient family curse? Clang, clang, clang: The sword against the golden gate. The treasure waits within. Click now to join the Troyers in Book One of the Gates of Aurona series!  Recommended for ages 8-12.    "reminiscent of the Chronicles of Narnia or the Dark is Rising series...Into the Hare Wood is charming from the outset."  - Portland Book Review   "Macalino weaves together our world with mythic reality artfully, and the illustrations are perfect for the tale."  -Elizabeth Metz, Amazon Vine Voice   "Engaging, imaginative, and just the right amount of spooky!"  - LyP, Amazon Reviewer