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Ewa Jozefkowicz<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Agent: Kate Hordern<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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FUJIKO AND THE FOX, with fun illustrations by Gillian Flint, the fourth  title in The Woodland Explorers Club <\/strong>series for young readers  following BENJI’S EMERALD KING, SHYLA’S WOOD WIDE WEB and AJAY AND THE RED-WINGED PRINCE, was published by Zephyr\/Head of Zeus on 6 November 2025. Inspired by Forest School, this is a magical new series in which a group of friends solve mysteries and protect the animals of Willow Wish Woods.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Zephyr\/Head of Zeus published Ewa’s middle-grade novels, THE WOLF TWINS, on 14 September 2023,  THE DRAGON IN THE BOOKSHOP (July 2022), THE COOKING CLUB DETECTIVES (June 2021), THE KEY TO FINDING JACK  (September 2020), GIRL 38: Finding a Friend (March 2019, shortlisted for the Derbyshire Schools’ Book Award and the Northeast Book Awards) and her debut THE MYSTERY OF THE COLOUR THIEF (May 2018, shortlisted for the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize and longlisted for the Branford Boase Award).  Ewa’s novels have sold to six languages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ewa Jozefkowicz is a graduate of UCL, works for a technology company and lives in West London, with her husband and twin daughters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.ewajozefkowicz.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

 @EwaJozefkowicz<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Praise for AJAY AND THE RED-WINGED PRINCE (Woodland Explorers Club Book 3):
“Full of hope, inspiration and a touch of woodland magic, alongside gorgeous illustrations & heaps of fun woodland facts”  @jazzy.in.the.wild, book blogger
“A beautifully written book… a must-have series for schools”  Reading Zone<\/em>
“A fabulously fun story with a wholesome moral, set in a wonderful woodland filled with magic and lots of brilliant bird facts to book. What’s not to love?!”  Mini Travellers<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Praise for SHYLA’S WOOD WIDE WEB (Woodland Explorers Club Book 2):
“With magic, mystery, forest school fun, a whole natural world to explore, and the added bonus of outdoor activities to try out, youngsters will be pulling on their wellies and heading for the great outdoors!” Lancaster Guardian<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Praise for BENJI’S EMERALD KING (Woodland Explorers Club Book 1):
“This is a perfect read for young nature lovers and I learnt a huge amount too!” A.M.Howell, author of PERIL IN THE ATLANTIC<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Praise for THE WOLF TWINS:
“I loved THE WOLF TWINS, it kept me hooked from beginning to end with its cast of intriguing and relatable characters. set against the backdrop of a majestic ancient forest with wolves!”  Frances Maloney, author of THE MYSTERY OF THE MISSING MUM
“A beautifully written dual pov story of twins. Alpha and Lucy are poles apart but share a special twin bond. But a change in circumstances drives a wedge between them that only the healing power of nature and a gorgeous wolf cub can fix. A special book.” Nizrana Farook, author of THE BOY WHO SAVED A BEAR
“An absolute triumph that will capture your heart.” Kevin Cobane, teacher and children’s book reviewer
“A wonderful tale brimming with the magic of wild things.” Sarah Ann Juckes, author of THE NIGHT ANIMALS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Praise for THE DRAGON IN THE BOOKSHOP:
“A gorgeous read featuring strong friendship, books, a Polish legend and a dragon.  Loved it!” A.M. Howell, author of THE SECRET OF THE TREASURE KEEPERS
“A glorious fairytale adventure full of friendship, unlikely heroes and magical Polish folklore.  A book-lover’s delight” Eve Wersocki Morris, author of THE BOOK SINGERS
“(Ewa’s) best book yet.  Deeply felt and enchanting, while delving into Polish folklore with characters to adore.  Brilliant.” Chris Soul, teacher and children’s book reviewer 
“Superb.  A book for those of us who are on the side of dragons.  Which really means everyone.” Sue Chambers, Waterstones, Finchley Road<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Praise for THE COOKING CLUB DETECTIVES:
“A beautifully observed story about the power of food and friendship.” Fiona Noble, The Bookseller
<\/em>“[The Cooking Club Detectives<\/em>] will be one children will be flocking to in droves! Tackling food poverty and online bullying head on, and featuring a puppy called Sausage (I can’t even speak for the genius of it all), I dare to defy anyone who will not instantly fall in love with Erin and her fellow detective buddies.” Onjali Q. Rauf, author of THE BOY AT THE BACK OF THE CLASS
“A gently unfolding detective story that delicately unpacks themes of food poverty, friendship and the importance of community spaces … The writing gives space for a range of perspectives and characters’ background stories to be heard (as well as their recipes!)” Books for Topics<\/em>, Ones to Watch – Middle Grade Round-up for Summer 2021
“A warm and engaging story with appealing characters. Many themes are explored such as settling into a new school and making friends, including with those whose lifestyle is very different from your own.” Books for Keeps<\/em>
“This delightful detective story has an engaging plot and likable characters. It subtly explores new friendships, the importance of community and issues of food poverty and online bullying. Easy-to-follow recipes for delicious meals and snacks are dotted throughout the chapters, encouraging readers to develop their own culinary skills.” BookTrust<\/em>
“Sensitively tackling themes of online bullying and food poverty, this is a heartfelt story about the importance of community and the power of food to connect people. With recipes dotted throughout the story, [it] is also perfect for encouraging children to get active in the kitchen.” Scotland on Sunday<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Praise for THE KEY TO FINDING JACK:
“I thoroughly enjoyed Ewa Jozefkowicz’s latest novel about family, friendship and listening – to others as well as to the inner voice that both chides and encourages … THE KEY TO FINDING JACK is full of tantalising clues and hidden facts … A brilliant read and an author to watch!” Alison Brumwell, Chair of CILIP Youth Libraries Group
“Jozefkowicz writes wonderfully about family, friendship and self discovery.” The Bookseller<\/em>
“Heartwarming, life-affirming and a wonderful page-turner.” Chris Soul, children’s book reviewer
“The plot has been carefully and skilfully crafted to be a story within a story … It is so refreshing to find a well-written powerful standalone story for young adults that I hope it will be widely read and enjoyed.” The School Librarian<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Praise for GIRL 38:
“Jozefkowicz shows empathy for her young heroines, exploring key themes of friendship, family and finding yourself with compassion and optimism.” Fiona Noble in the Bookseller <\/em>Editor’s Choice
“Accessible, readable, and highly immersive … the children’s modern relationships are so well depicted … This is strong and impactful writing packaged in a simple story with mirrored events and clever plot turns.” Minerva Reads<\/em>, Book of the Week
“Second-time author Ewa Jozefkowicz packs not one but two stories within a story.” Observer<\/em>, Books of the Month.
“A compassionate tale of friendship and family.” i<\/em> newspaper
“Strong themes of bullying, friendship and difference, but the author’s light touch balances the deeper issues with a lot of heart.” BookTrust
<\/em>“With convincingly drawn characters, relatable issues and important values at its heart, this is a thoroughly enjoyable read.” Books for Topics<\/em>“Reading this sweetly told morality tale is to return temporarily to the world of children’s fiction fifty years ago … There is always room for novels like this concentrating on the theme of moral growth while also telling a good story.” Books for Keeps
<\/em>“Eloquently explores what friendship really means and what sacrifices and acts of courage need to be made when you truly care about someone, regardless of age or time … A thought-provoking read … Although this is a short novel, its impact is strong.” Just Imagine<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Praise for THE MYSTERY OF THE COLOUR THIEF:

“a heartwarming story about families, friendships, school, nature, hope and self-confidence.” Huffington Post UK<\/em>

\u201cEwa Jozefkowicz tackles big themes with sincerity and a keen insight into the pre-teen mindset.\u201d The Financial Times<\/em>

\u201cA really impressive, nuanced debut looking at how to cope with and survive life.\u201d Fiona Noble in the Bookseller<\/em>

\u201cThis extremely readable novel lays bare the emotions of friendship and family, as well as exploring the impact of nature on our urban lives, and the ways in which we can find hope and confidence in ourselves.\u201d Minerva Reads<\/em>

\u201cA dramatic and inspirational story that gives the reader a shiny beacon of hope, even in the bleakest of times.\u201d Mr Ripley\u2019s Enchanted Books<\/em>

\u201cMoving and emotionally highly charged, this is a haunting story that will stay with you long after the last page is read.\u201d Parents in Touch<\/em>

\u201cA heart-breaking yet hopeful tale of grief, friendships lost and found, a family in the grip of depression and a little swan fighting for survival. Ewa Jozefkowicz\u2019s story paints a beautifully poignant tale of the loneliness, isolation and fear that guilt can bring, and the need to accept help when it seems like the hardest thing to do.\u201d Nicki Cleveland, Miss Cleveland\u2019s Reads<\/em>

\u201cThe book paints a convincing picture of a harrowing time in a young life \u2026 by no means a gloomy read, offering ample humour, hope and optimism.\u201d Book Trust, who have chosen it as a Bookmark Book of the Month for May.

\u201cThis is an authentically told story that poignantly portrays life during dark times for twelve-year-old Izzy\u2026 Powerful feelings are handled in a compassionate way, characters are authentically nuanced and the plot is compelling.\u201d Books for Topics<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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