The Escape Artist
A black cat. A teenage boy. An impossible transformation. Step into a story where the extraordinary is closer than it seems.
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A little wonder.
A lot of heart.
Stories that travel beyond the ordinary—and bring us closer to what matters.
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A world of stories awaits
For the curious. The hopeful. The young at heart.
The bookshelf
Meet your next adventure.
Unexpected journeys, extraordinary connections, and a little Christmas magic.
Flight 774
When worlds collide, an ordinary journey becomes anything but. An adventure reaching back to colonial Salem in the 1600s.
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A girl, her family, and an unexpected animal companion. Discover a story of hope and the surprising connections that touch our lives.
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See Christmas through the eyes of a little tree. A heartfelt story of belonging, hope, and the meaning of a season that shines with love.
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The Little Sea Star
Deep in the Caribbean Sea, Tiny dreams of the dazzling world above the waves. Inspired by a dolphin’s stories, she longs for an adventure of her own. But will the world beyond her home be everything she imagined? A heartfelt tale about curiosity, belonging, and the love of family and friends.
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Brave Like Betsy
Betsy is a little squirrel who feels different and insecure about her appearance. Terrified of heights, she cannot climb trees. The other squirrels bully her and make fun of her, but she finds unlikely friends among the other forest creatures.
In this sweet and imaginative story, Betsy faces her fears, discovers her inner strength, and learns to believe in herself. Along the way, she comes to accept herself as uniquely made and just as valuable as everyone else.
An inspiring tale of courage and self-discovery, Brave Like Betsy reminds readers that our looks do not define us. Whatever our shape, color, or size, we can accomplish great things when we persevere and believe in ourselves.
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Behind the pages
Hello, I’m Mayra.
I write stories that make room for wonder—from extraordinary adventures for young adults to heartfelt tales for children and families.
Across these different worlds, you’ll find hope, connection, and characters discovering that life can hold more than they ever imagined.
Today I live in Atlanta, Georgia. Thank you for being here and making my stories part of yours.
Mayra AraujoFrom my journal
Stories behind the stories.
Thoughts on writing, imagination, and the books that stay with us.
A little about me
From Havana, Cuba, to discovering the courage to write in a second language, I share the journey that led to The Escape Artist—and the books and dreams that inspired me along the way.
Read the full post ↗International Women’s Day
A celebration of women’s voices in literature, with a feature on Flight 774 and the importance of reading and sharing work by female authors.
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Every story starts with a little curiosity.
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