The Guardian of the Hidden Valley, Brin and Melly Book Three cover

Book Three in the Brin and Melly series

The Guardian of the Hidden Valley

Release date: December 1, 2026

The Hidden Valley holds a secret. Dragon Mountain holds a legend.

Brin, Melly, and Ari enter a hidden Pacific Northwest valley where friendship, courage, and an ancient guardian lead them toward Dragon Mountain.

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About the story

A forest adventure with heart.

Brin, Melly, and Ari continue their journey into a hidden valley filled with wonder, unfamiliar sights, and questions larger than anything they have faced before.

Friendship, courage, and an ancient guardian lead them deeper into the mysteries of the Pacific Northwest and closer to the legend of Dragon Mountain.

The third Brin and Melly adventure encourages young readers to approach differences with curiosity, learn from wise guides, and face the unknown together.

Themes for young readers

What children can carry with them

  • Wonder and discovery
  • Learning from mentors
  • Friendship across differences
  • Courage and cultural curiosity

A meaningful read

Made for families and classrooms

  • Children ages 3 to 8
  • Families following the Brin and Melly series
  • Elementary classroom read alouds
  • Young readers who love dragons and forest adventures

Questions from readers

About The Guardian of the Hidden Valley

When is The Guardian of the Hidden Valley released?

Brin and Melly: The Guardian of the Hidden Valley is scheduled for release on December 1, 2026.

Is this the third Brin and Melly book?

Yes. It follows Brin and Melly and The Secret Cave as the third adventure in the series.

What themes are explored in Book Three?

The story explores wonder, courage, friendship across differences, learning from mentors, and approaching unfamiliar places with curiosity.

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Explore the Brin and Melly series

Brin and Melly children’s book cover featuring a grizzly bear and owlBook OneBrin and MellyThe Secret Cave, Brin and Melly Book Two cover by Aaron Daniel ChavezBook TwoThe Secret Cave