The Cocoa Heartbeat

What if the secret to saving a magical world wasnt belief… but logic?

Twelve-year-old Oliver Thorne trusts only what can be measured, tested, and proven. He believes in science, schedules, and perfectly sharpened pencils—not magic.

But when molten fudge begins leaking from his basement floor, Oliver is pulled into the Kingdom of Orizaba—a breathtaking land of chocolate rivers, peppermint forests, and shimmering sugar skies.

Orizaba is dying.

A silent force known as the Bitter Blight is draining all sweetness from the world, turning wonder into dust. The legendary Easter Queen is fading, and an ancient prophecy speaks of a "Logic-Bringer" from the Gray World—a child who can repair the broken gears of the kingdom before its heart stops beating forever.

With the help of Tilly, a fearless knight in ginger-snap armor, Oliver must navigate the twisting Licorice Labyrinth, outthink the creeping salt shadows, and confront the biggest mystery of all:

Can logic and imagination coexist?

Perfect for readers who love whimsical adventures, heartfelt coming-of-age stories, and richly imaginative worlds, The Cocoa Heartbeat is a magical tale about responsibility, hope, and protecting the sweetness that makes life worth living.

Because sometimes, the most powerful magic… is understanding how things work.