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BAFTA Member and Award Winning British Director Leon Mitchell Unlocks a

New Quest in Epic Sci-Fi Novel, Felicity Fire - And the Forever Key

From the cinematic vision of ex-solider and award- winning director (51 wins / 18 nominations) author and BAFTA member Leon Mitchell comes a

magical and exciting new science fiction novel. Mitchell masterfully shifts from screen to page with Felicity Fire - And the Forever Key, set for release

on October 31, 2025.

Felicity Fire - And the Forever Key introduces readers

to Felicity, a sharp-witted kid who finds herself in the wrong place at the wrong time, or

does she?

When hiding from school bullies in an odd antique shop, Felicity Fire finds a mysterious

key and is swept away through an unusual door into an enchanted world shimmering with

impossible magic and breathtaking wonder. Stranded and with danger lurking around every

corner, she is soon joined by some mischievous, loveable and brave new friends, who join

her on an unforgettable quest to find a way back home and save the land of forever.

“Bringing his celebrated directorial eye to the page, Mitchell crafts a vivid, fast-paced

narrative filled with a stunning world, unforgettable characters, and high-stakes action. He

has been able to use his story telling experience to sow seeds from the start, and they just

keep popping up at the right time.”

“Storytelling is my passion, whether it's through a lens or through the written word,” says

Mitchell. “With Felicity Fire, I wanted to create a hero that young readers could root for—

someone who feels ordinary but discovers she has the courage to face extraordinary,

universe-altering challenges. This is the kind of epic adventure I've always dreamed of

bringing to life, one where people can feel like they are the main character.”

Felicity Fire - And the Forever Key is a thrilling, unmissable adventure that will leave

readers eagerly awaiting the next instalment.

About the Author

Leon Mitchell is a British author and a multi-award- winning director and BAFTA member, renowned for his captivating work for young audiences. With an impressive track record of 51 festival award wins, 18 nominations and a winner at the Science Festival of

India, LA Screen Fest, Cannes and the iLife Best in Business Awards, Berkshire, UK for Innovation.

His creative vision and writing has been showcased across

a wide range of major platforms, including the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Channel 5, Sky, and Amazon Prime. His projects have achieved recognisable commercial

success, reaching the coveted #1 spot on Apple's film chart, and his audiobooks being broadcast on BBC Radio and BBC Sounds.

As an author, Leon channels his creative energy into two distinct areas of literature.

He specialises in crafting thrilling narratives for tween and young teen readers, weaving together compelling elements of science fiction, fantasy, magic, and high-

stakes adventure. For younger audiences, he creates enchanting short stories designed to captivate inquisitive minds and foster a lifelong love of imagination.

His creative exploration also extends to the world of poetry, with a number of collections

written.

Based in Berkshire, Leon holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in music from

Guildford, Surrey, and a Psychology Master's Degree from the University of

Wolverhampton, these areas often infuse his work with musical landscapes and

hidden positive messages.

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Paperback: Gardners Books

ISBN: 9781036933340