About Stoneywood Publishing
Here at Stoneywood Publishing we create middle-grade fiction with a cinematic edge.
Our books combine immersive illustrations with meaningful storytelling to create reading experiences that feel expansive, adventurous, and unforgettable. Designed for readers ages 9–13, our stories invite young readers into richly imagined worlds filled with mystery, discovery, courage, friendship, and wonder.
We believe illustrations and storytelling work best when they strengthen one another. Rather than replacing imagination, our artwork is designed to deepen it—drawing readers further into the story while allowing them to remain active participants in the experience.
At Stoneywood Publishing, we are committed to creating stories that entertain first. Along the way, readers may encounter themes of perseverance, responsibility, loyalty, compassion, and personal growth, woven naturally into adventures that place character at the heart of every journey.
Our flagship series, The Swift Hill Flower Patch, reflects this vision through an expanding world of mystery, adventure, and discovery. As Stoneywood grows, we look forward to bringing readers new worlds, new characters, and new stories that remain true to our mission: creating immersive reading experiences that stay with readers long after the final page.
For readers who want the immersion of a movie and the magic of a storybook.
Meet the Founder
The establishment of Stoneywood Publishing represents the realization of a lifelong aspiration—bringing children’s books to life in a thoughtful, purposeful, and enduring way for its founder, Nedra Cobb.
With her only child now in college, Nedra returned to writing after intentionally setting it aside during years devoted to raising her family and building a corporate career. Creative by nature and grounded in professional discipline, she brings both voice and structure to the work behind Stoneywood Publishing.
Our Vison
Our vision is the ongoing establishment of a trusted body of children’s books that families and educators return to for generations — stories that feel steady, relevant, and rooted in the values that endure, even as the world around them continues to change.