About the Book

Book: The Goodness of Unicorns

Author: Kayla E. Green

Genre: YA Noblebright Fantasy

Release Date: October 21, 2025

One girl determined to heal her sister and another looking for purpose in a nation on the brink of war. And unicorns—with a twist you’ve never seen before.

It’s Rowan Tritonia’s sixteenth Naming Anniversary. Her plans for the day never included a headache that causes her to almost faint on a day meant for celebration. When the world comes back into focus, her brown eyes have changed to magenta. But what scares her more is that everything around her is now black and white coupled with a mysterious ability to see the light and shadows in a person’s soul. Then a local cleric implies that Rowan could have the power of Sight, a gift which has only been seen in the stories of unicorns in the Book of Verimor, an ancient text. Rowan is perplexed. Why would Verimor give her something she never asked for instead of answering her greatest prayer to help her younger sister, Blythe?

News of the girl with Sight quickly travels beyond Rowan’s local village. When the King of Wisteria learns of her gift from a letter, he summons her to the castle. With growing political tensions from neighboring nations, Rowan may be able to provide the aid they desperately need. Linnea, the king’s sister and his primary advisor, prays that Rowan has truly been blessed by a unicorn and can save the nation and its people from encroaching darkness.

Meanwhile, back at home, Blythe, sets out on her own journey. She feels helpless, tied down by the pain that keeps her homebound most of the time. Although she wears a smile to comfort those around her—especially her family—Blythe wonders if her life will ever amount to anything more than fading into the background. Is she truly too broken for any greater purpose, or can Verimor still use her?

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About the Author

Kayla E. Green is an author and poet who writes to remind others—and herself—that light always prevails over darkness. When she isn’t writing, reading, or spending time with her family, she loves singing loudly and off-key to KLove Radio and pretending she’s a unicorn. Fittingly, her debut novel is The Goodness of Unicorns. Kayla has also written an award-winning YA fantasy novella, Aivan: The One Truth, and an inspirational poetry collection, Metamorphosis. Kayla also has stories, poems, and devotionals featured in various anthologies, and she has several flash fiction stories available through Havok Publishing

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Do you enjoy reading book dedications? The Goodness of Unicorns’ dedication reads:

For my twin sister and first friend, Kari:

My world, and the world at large, is brighter with you in it.

May everyone who reads this find the strength in their own journeys to embrace the beacon of hope God has placed in their hearts for both themselves and those around them.

“But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” 1 Peter 3:15, NIV

It will come as no surprise to those who read the book’s dedication that TGOU is a story about two sisters who are best friends; but, like any relationship, conflict happens. And, sometimes, it arises from the best of intentions.

Sisters, navigating chronic pain, finding purpose and learning that bravery doesn’t always look like charging into battle are all elements you will find in The Goodness of Unicorns. Join sisters Rowan and Blythe in the world of Wisteria where they each have important choices to make for the sake of light, goodness, and one another.

Interview with the Author

What does success as an author look like to you?

For me, success is having someone read and connect to my story. Recently, I was told that The Goodness of Unicorns was a new favorite book by a reader. That, to me, is the definition of success as an author.

Which character did you connect to best in this book?

I think it’s easy to unintentionally leave “crumbs” of oneself while crafting the “recipe” for characters so it’s easy as an author for me to relate, or at least sympathize, with my cast of characters. Like Rowan, I’m a big sister and have a tendency to want to “fix” everything. Like Linnea, I strive to do right by my family and reflect God’s light but also struggle with anxiety. Like Bane, I find change difficult a lot of the time. Like Blythe, I have struggled to find my voice and advocating for myself has taken time. However, if I had to pick only one character, I would say Blythe.

What inspired this book?

I live with chronic illnesses and several of my family members and friends do, too. As a tween and teen, my twin sister struggled with severe autoimmune complications. I found one book in my entire school career at the book fair featuring siblings with one chronically sick—it was depressing and offered no hope. Children and adolescents who have chronic illnesses and know people closely who have invisible/visible disabilities deserve to find realistic portrayals that still offer encouragement.

The title, The Goodness of Unicorns, is a reflection of the goodness of God. In this fantasy world, unicorns are messengers of Verimor which is a parallel to angels as messengers of God. Even though there is darkness in the world, and we don’t always see the light because of it, God is always there. “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” —Romans 8:28

Which author influenced the you most?

There are many authors who have influenced me, but Tabitha Caplinger has been exceptionally inspirational. I remember first reading her Christian fantasy book The Wolf Queen (which I highly recommend!). It was so moving and beautiful—I closed the book overcome with hope. I knew then and there I wanted to write a book that made readers feel the goodness of God’s light just like Tab’s book did. And then we move forward years later she has now read and endorsed The Goodness of Unicorns? Blessed is an understatement!

What is your favorite Bible verse or life verse?

I have had different favorite Bible verses for different seasons of life. Right now, 1 Peter 3:15 is close to my heart. It reads: “But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” (NIV)