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Overview

A Seal. A Circle of Friends. A Special Kind of Magic.

2026 Green Earth Book Award - Honor Book 2026 Maine Literary Award for Young People's Literature 2026 Lupine Award - Shortlist

Twelve-year-old Ellie moves to her late grandmother's coastal homestead in Whitneyport, Maine and uncovers unexpected truths about her family and the natural world around her. Guided by new friends, a mysterious harbor seal, and her grandmother's legacy, she finds her voice as a young climate activist.

Set against the wild beauty of the Maine coast, The Secret of the Catapus is a coming-of-age story that blends ecological urgency with heart, humor, and a touch of magical realism.

"Beautifully written... with a vivid sense of place that will connect readers with nature and make the environmental crisis real and personal." -Nicola Davies, author of The Song That Sings Us

"An extraordinary story of love: for the natural world, for standing up for what is right, and for carrying forward a grandparent's legacy." -Gregory Brown, author of The Lowering Days

For fans of Hoot by Carl Hiaasen and anyone who loves the sea and believes in protecting what matters.

Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781961905627
  • ISBN-10: 1961905620
  • Publisher: 12 Willows Press
  • Publish Date: September 2025
  • Dimensions: 8 x 5 x 0.46 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 0.45 pounds
  • Page Count: 202
  • Reading Level: Ages 8-12

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