The Naming of Tishkin Silk
Author: Glenda Millard
Illustrator: Caroline Magerl
Illustrator: Patrice Barton
Book 1 in the Kingdom of Silk series
Pages: 96
Published: 2003
Age: 7+
Griffin Silk is an uncommon sort of boy, from an uncommon sort of family. The warm, loving home he shares with his father, grandmother and five big sisters (The Rainbow Girls) is marked by the aching absence of his mother and baby sister. Where have they gone and will they be coming home again? When Griffin starts school and meets Princess Layla the answers to his questions gently start to unfold.
This unique, tender novel will captivate young readers and adults alike, with its warmth, honesty and beauty.
CBCA Book of the Year Award shortlist (2004); NSW Premier's Literary Awards nominee (2004)
About the Kingdom of Silk Series
Books in series order
- 1.The Naming of Tishkin Silk(2003)
- 2.Layla, Queen of Hearts(2006)
- 3.Perry Angel's Suitcase(2008)
- 4.All the Colours of Paradise(2009)
- 5.Plum Puddings and Paper Moons(2010)
- 6.The Tender Moments of Saffron Silk(2012)
- 7.Nell's Festival of Crisp Winter Glories(2013)
Reading age: 7+ years
This series should be read in order.
Griffin has a secret in his heart that nobody else knows—until he meets Layla. Griffin Silk is an uncommon sort of boy, from an uncommon sort of family, and when he meets Layla, a princess with a daisy-chain crown, he knows he's found a friend. So Griffin shares his inner thoughts with Layla and together they find a way to deal with his secret.
Just like the mythical beast whose name he bears, Griffin has uncommon courage and the heart of a lion. But it will take a friend like Layla to help him find the answers to his biggest questions. This unique and tender series will touch the heart of every reader.