Explora Books will present two illustrated titles by Stewart T. Monti Sr.—sharing the same knight, the same kingdom, and a quiet belief in everyday courage—at the London Book Fair, taking place March 10–12, 2026, at Olympia London in Hammersmith. Mary and Sir Edward and Hillary and Sir Edward offer visitors a look at a story that stretches across one family and two generations, emphasizing the lasting impact of shared values.
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, 11th Mar 2026 – In Mary and Sir Edward, Stewart T. Monti Sr. tells a small, careful tale. Mary is twelve, her brother is four, and their family farm is barely holding together. When a wounded knight collapses near their home, the children and their mother bring him inside and tend to him without asking for anything in return. The knight, Sir Edward, is on a mission that could help end the war. He rests, thanks them, and rides away. Only later does the family learn that their kindness has shaped the future in ways they could not have guessed.
What gives the book its charm is its voice. The story moves in rhyming verse, with a steady, musical rhythm that feels close to a fireside ballad. The language is simple, but precise, and the illustrations carry the quiet weight of farm life, rain-soaked fields, and the small moments that change everything. It reads like a folktale that has been passed down and polished over time.
Hillary and Sir Edward returns to the same world years later. Mary is now a mother, and her daughter Hillary grows up at the forge, learning the weight of metal and the balance of a sword. Hillary is quick with her hands and quicker with her mind, but the path to knighthood is closed to girls. With Sir Edward’s help, she enters the castle disguised as a boy and proves herself through training, tournaments, and a crisis that tests her loyalty.
The tone here is more direct and action-driven, but it keeps the same focus on character. Hillary’s strength comes from her skill at the forge, her family’s trust, and her willingness to stand where she is needed. The illustrations lean into motion—sparks, steel, and the bright flash of the joust—while still keeping the warmth of the village that shaped her.
Together, these two illustrated books form a simple but thoughtful pair: one about kindness that ripples outward, and one about a young girl who steps into a role no one expected her to fill. Visitors to the London Book Fair can find both titles on display with Explora Books and see how a single act of help on a quiet farm grows into a legend told across a kingdom.
Readers can find Mary and Sir Edward on Amazon and at other major retailers. Hillary and Sir Edward will soon be published by Explora Books.
About Explora Books
Explora Books is a book marketing firm located in the heart of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The company specializes in self-publishing and marketing, taking pride in its exhaustive research and creative strategies that provide wider avenues for aspiring authors to gain recognition for their works. Explora Books aims to guide authors through the complexities of self-publishing, offering convenient solutions to navigate this process. The firm fosters and redefines creativity and innovation, setting new industry standards. Explora Books is dedicated to empowering authors globally.
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