Catalonia’s Dragons, Witches, and Mountain Legends: 9

Journey with Inky, Ebony, and Sierra into the heart of Catalonia, where dragons hide in city walls, witches whisper through mountain valleys, and old legends still glow like firelight. In this magical middle-grade travel adventure, Inky the tailless black cat, Ebony the sharp-eyed black cat, and Sierra the loyal black Labrador continue their world journey through Catalonia, Spain-a land of rugged Pyrenees mountains, medieval towns, sacred monasteries, colorful festivals, and unforgettable folklore. Guided by Bruna, a wise Catalan sheepdog, the trio discovers that every road has a story and every legend has something to teach. From the high valleys where fear once turned neighbors into accused witches, to the flame of Canigó carried across the mountains, the friends follow a trail of Catalan myths, legends, and cultural traditions. They hear the restless hoofbeats of Count Arnau, dance near the fiery celebration of La Patum, search the waters of Lake Banyoles for a mysterious monster, and meet La Cocollona, the strange and sorrowful creature of Girona. In Barcelona, dragons appear in rooftops, tiles, gates, books, and roses, while Montserrat rises like a sawtooth mountain touched by angels. Along the way, Inky, Ebony, and Sierra learn that folklore is not always meant to frighten. Some stories protect. Some warn. Some make families laugh around the fire, like the cheerful Tió de Nadal. And some, like the legend of Sant Jordi and the Dragon, become part of a whole culture's identity. Perfect for young readers who love animal adventure books, European folklore, travel stories, legends, magical realism, and brave female animal heroes, this chapter book blends fun, heart, humor, and learning. Readers will explore Catalonia's castles, festivals, mountains, rivers, markets, monasteries, and medieval walls while discovering the deeper lessons hidden inside old tales. This book is a wonderful choice for: Middle-grade readers who enjoy magical animal adventures Families looking for read-aloud travel stories Children interested in myths, legends, and folklore Readers who love cats, dogs, dragons, witches, and heroic quests Parents and grandparents who want stories with courage, kindness, humor, and cultural learning >As the trio travels from the Pyrenees to Barcelona, from Montserrat to Montblanc, they discover that courage is not the absence of fear. True courage protects others, asks wise questions, respects what is sacred, and leaves beauty behind. Inky, Tales of the Tailless Cat: Catalonia's Dragons, Witches, and Mountain Legends is a warm, adventurous, and educational folklore journey for readers who believe the world is full of stories waiting to be found.