The Unnameables

This whimsical fantasy introduces Medford, a 13-year-old foundling living on 'Island,' a society obsessed with naming everything for its exact purpose. As an outsider with a 'meaningless' last name, Medford already feels different. His world is turned upside down when he encounters a peculiar, unnameable creature, half-man and half-goat. This encounter sparks a journey for Medford to challenge the island's rigid rules, explore the importance of history, and champion the value of art and individual expression. It's a story brimming with humor, focusing on themes of belonging, friendship, and finding your own identity, making it perfect for children aged 4-11, particularly those navigating feelings of being different or questioning societal norms.

On an island in whose strict society only useful objects are named and the unnamed are not allowed to exist, thirteen-year-old Medford encounters an unusual and powerful creature, half-man, half-goat, and together they attempt to bring some changes to the community.