The Chronomancer

What if time didn't just move forward... but spiraled?

Twelve-year-old Jaden Wellingford never meant to discover the secret behind his family's strange old clock-or the way it hums louder when he's upset. But when he begins experiencing strange "time slips," he finds himself pulled into an ancient mystery hidden beneath the town of Tempus. Shadows move where they shouldn't. Reflections disappear. And an impossible spiral symbol seems to be following him everywhere.

With the help of a bold new friend named Aria, Jaden unravels clues about his missing parents, a hidden world called the Spiral, and a legacy that might be bigger than he's ready for. As time itself begins to warp around him, Jaden must decide if he's brave enough to unlock his family's greatest secret... or risk losing himself to the echoes of the past.

This first book in the Chronomancer series combines adventure, mystery, and a touch of science fantasy in a story about courage, identity, and the choices that shape who we become. Time isn't just running out...it's folding in.

Regina Partee is an award-winning writer, producer, and storyteller with a passion for crafting immersive, imagination-rich narratives for readers and audiences of all ages. With a Master's degree in Creative Writing and a background in film and theater, she brings cinematic depth and emotional resonance to every story she tells.She is a champion of inclusive, character-driven storytelling across genres-from middle grade adventures and supernatural thrillers to faith-based works and musical theater. Her projects often explore themes of legacy, identity, and courage, blending heart and mystery in equal measure.When she's not writing, Regina can be found directing stage plays, hosting creative workshops, or dreaming up her next time-twisting tale. The Chronomancer: The Timekeeper's Secret is the first in her exciting new middle grade series.She lives in Georgia, where every spiral in the sky might just be the beginning of another adventure.