Shawn Connelly is the author of 3 books, The Shadow Trials: Starweaver Academy Book Two and Tidebreakers Call: Starweaver Academy - Book 1. Shawn Connelly weaves tales of magic and adventure inspired by the bold spirits of his adult children and the wondering eyes of his grandchildren. A lifelong storyteller whose imagination is fueled by family movie nights and travel expeditions with his wife, Shawn crafts young adult fantasy that bridges generations. Blessed with cherished friendships that span decades, his stories celebrate the unbreakable bonds that shape our journeys through life. When he's not writing, you can find him collecting story ideas during adventures with his beloved wife Anne or jotting down notes while watching his grandchildren play. His work celebrates the enduring power of love, friendship, and the thrill of discovery that makes young adult literature so enchanting. Shawn lives with his wife in their own real-world story, surrounded by books, imagination and the endless possibilities that family brings. To get updates on Shawn's writing register here.
Shawn Connelly is the author of 3 books, The Shadow Trials: Starweaver Academy Book Two and Tidebreakers Call: Starweaver Academy - Book 1. Shawn Connelly weaves tales of magic and adventure inspired by the bold spirits of his adult children and the wondering eyes of his grandchildren. A lifelong storyteller whose imagination is fueled by family movie nights and travel expeditions with his wife, Shawn crafts young adult fantasy that bridges...
Tidebreaker’s Call A destiny lost to the sea. A ship that whispers secrets. A legendary ship. A crew of misfits destined to change everything. Book one of the Starweaver Academy series an all-ages fantasy adventure with the heart of classic YA and the depth to captivate readers of any age. Finn Tempest has always felt the ocean’s pull, its whispers,...
Surviving the Shadow Trials may earn you glory. Surviving what comes after might cost you everything.
Finn Tempest never asked to command the Tidebreaker. The legendary ship, carved with ancient runes and bound to a forgotten legacy, chose him for reasons even he doesn’t understand. When Starweaver Academy revives the deadly Shadow Trials after...
“The sea gives up its secrets reluctantly, but it always demands payment.”
The Empire of the Abyss is coming for Starweaver Academy, and Finn Tempest is running out of time. Three months ago, Finn was just another fisherman’s son dreaming of adventure. Now he captains a legendary ship that whispers ancient secrets and commands a crew who’ve become...
