Welcome to my channel! I'm JK Noble, the author and artist behind Hale: The Rise of the Griffins. In this video, I'll be reading a thrilling passage from book 1 of my YA fantasy series, perfect for ages 12 and up, where you'll meet Ellionna, the courageous girl who carries the spirit of the siren within her. Feel the tension as she battles with the powerful, mysterious force inside her. But that's not all! I'll also be revealing some exciting new Hale merch, including the latest t-shirt designs and custom bookmarks, all available now on the Hale shop page. And for the very first time, I'll be showcasing the complete collection of Hale trading cards—designed entirely by me! These cards capture the essence of the Hale world, with lenticular designs that will transform right before your eyes. To wrap things up, I’ll take you behind the scenes as I draw Ellionna in a fun, cartoony style using my Wacom tablet in Clip Studio Paint. Watch my step-by-step process and see how I bring this beloved character to life in a completely different style! Don't forget to visit the Hale website to explore the full collection of merch, trading cards, and more! #FantasyBooks #BookTube #YAFantasy #AuthorLife #ArtTutorial #DigitalArt #ClipStudioPaint #Wacom #FantasyMerch #BookMerch #YAbooks #DrawingProcess #BookReading #TradingCards #ArtReveal #Illustration #CartoonArt #FantasyWorld #HaleSeries #JKNoble