Debut novel Out now

A gripping, beautifully-told fantasy quest set in a parallel medieval world.
For ages 10 and up.

Three friends and a one-eyed raven find themselves up against the rulers who restrict the gifts of writing and reading to an elite few.

They must all go on a wild and unpredictable rescue mission. Who and what will they meet along their way? And what is the terrible truth behind everything they think they know about their world?

‘"Claire Mabey writes like a dream. This book has the exhilaration and boundlessness of an instant classic." ANNA SMAILL

As delicate as it is potent, The Raven's Eye Runaways is a hot, pungent pot of tea. With every gulp, you'll be transported to a heady, haunting world where words are a currency reserved for the few, and paid with the price of spilled blood. A feverish love letter to the written word, I dare you to read it--you will be bewitched!’ GRACI KIM

‘Claire Mabey's storytelling is reminiscent of Margaret Mahy and Frances Hardinge. Her world is imagined with gusto and bravura and realised with feeling and poetic intelligence.’ ELIZABETH KNOX

‘The Raven’s Eye Runaways is the very best kind of children’s fantasy – written with curiosity, intelligence and just the right amount of danger. Claire Mabey is a huge new talent.’ RACHAEL KING

‘‘Raven's Eye Runaways is a spellbinding debut that will enchant readers of all ages. Her characters feel as authentic and lived in as sturdy walking boots, and the relationships between them wisely observed. She has a magpie's eye for detail, and emotional nuance, rendered in spare, jewel like prose. A beautiful, warm and assured debut about the magic of friendship, and the power of a good book. Perfect for fans of Kate DiCamillo and Anna James.’ HERA LINDSAY BIRD