Ilona Zwolska
ALLi Author Member
Location: United States of America
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Ilona Zwolska is the author of the Whispers series, an adventure trilogy for young readers that combines history, archaeology, cultural heritage, and environmental stewardship through stories of courage, friendship, and discovery. She is also the co-author of the historical novel Hostages for Life and the screenwriter of the completed feature-length animated adaptation of the Whispers series. The three books of the Whispers trilogy are held in the collection of the Princess Grace Irish Library in Monaco. Associated with the United Nations and holder of a United Nations Laissez-Passer, Ilona Zwolska has devoted her professional career to fostering dialogue between nations and cultures. Her global experience has inspired a literary vision that encourages young readers to explore the world's civilizations, appreciate their shared heritage, and recognize the importance of protecting the cultural and natural treasures entrusted to future generations. Through her writing, she seeks to inspire curiosity, imagination, and a lifelong love of learning. Her stories celebrate the belief that history is not merely a record of the past, but a source of wisdom capable of guiding the future. The Whispers series reflects her conviction that literature can build bridges across cultures and generations while encouraging children to become thoughtful, compassionate, and globally minded citizens.
Ilona Zwolska's books
Genres: Adventure, Children's fiction, Fantasy
Formats: E-Book, Audio, Paperback
Age Groups: 8-11
What if the most powerful kind of magic wasn’t a spell—but a memory In this quietly captivating middle-grade adventure, two curious children uncover a forgotten legacy beneath the surface of modern-day Egypt—not through battles or bravado, but through listening, remembering, and asking the questions adults no longer hear. Whispers of a Golden Snake honors the intelligence of young readers while offering parents a story rich in cultural curiosity, emotional depth, and values that resonate: kindness, courage, and the quiet strength of truth. When Jenny from New Jersey and Michael from Montreal arrive in Egypt, they expect sun, museums, and maybe some old legends. But a pillow fight accidentally triggers a hidden mechanism—and a golden snake begins to stir. From a house filled with strange memories to a crystal sandal guarding ancient secrets, Jenny and Michael soon find themselves inside a living story—one that vanished from history but refuses to be...
Genres: Adventure, Children's fiction, Fantasy
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Age Groups: 8-11
During a desert expedition in Egypt, Michael and Jenny become separated from their group and stumble upon clues leading to an ancient mystery buried deep beneath the sands. Guided by a mysterious Golden Disc, the two young explorers uncover evidence of a discovery more valuable than gold—a hidden source of water, the world's most essential life resource. But they are not the only ones searching. As they unravel the secrets of a forgotten civilization, Michael and Jenny learn that a powerful ruler intends to seize control of the discovery and use it to shape the future for his own ambitions. With thousands of lives at risk and time running out, the two friends must navigate danger, deception, and impossible choices to prevent a catastrophe before it is too late. Set against the timeless landscape of ancient Egypt, Whispers from the Desert is a thrilling adventure of discovery, courage, and survival...
Genres: Adventure, Historical Fiction, Thriller
Formats: E-Book, Audio, Paperback
Age Groups: 18+
Behind the Iron Curtain, freedom was never simply a dream—it was a dangerous gamble. Catherine has spent her life in Moscow mastering the silent rules of survival in the Soviet Union, where every conversation is cautious and every decision carries consequences. The daughter of an American father who once crossed into the USSR during the turbulent years before World War II, Catherine knows that history leaves long shadows. In a system built on suspicion, even the past can become a liability. For years, the possibility of leaving the Soviet Union seemed almost unimaginable. Borders were tightly controlled, travel was restricted, and those who dared to dream of life beyond the Iron Curtain often paid a heavy price. Then an unexpected opportunity appears. What begins as a fragile chance to step beyond the Soviet world soon unfolds into a journey across the divided landscape of Cold War Europe. From the watchful...
Genres: Adventure, Children's fiction, Fantasy
Formats: E-Book, Audio, Paperback
Age Groups: 8-11
Michael and Jenny have always shared a curiosity for the unknown. Wherever they travel, unusual discoveries seem to follow—ancient clues, forgotten symbols, and mysteries that refuse to remain buried. During what should be an ordinary family trip abroad, the two friends encounter something that no guidebook can explain: a silent stone guardian watching from the shadows of an old building. No plaque describes it. No history records it. Yet the statue seems strangely alive, as if it has been waiting for someone to notice it. Jenny carries with her an unusual object from a previous journey—an ancient scroll whose meaning has remained hidden. When strange vibrations begin to ripple through the quiet corridors around them, the children realize the scroll may hold the key to something far greater than they imagined. As the mysterious symbol of a jackal begins to awaken, Michael and Jenny discover that the world around them...