The Restorationists

By Carolyn Leiloglou

Beneath the Swirling Sky

The Restorationists, book one

Middle Grade Fantasy, ages 8-12+

WINNER OF THE SELAH AWARD • FINALIST FOR THE ECPA CHRISTIAN BOOK AWARD

Enter a world where art is powerful, paintings are portals, and one family has been tasked with protecting them. 

Award-Winning Author

Carolyn Leiloglou

Carolyn Leiloglou is the author of the award-winning middle grade fantasy series The Restorationists. She is the granddaughter of art collectors, daughter of an art teacher, and homeschooling mom to four wildly creative kids. Carolyn and her husband Demetrios make their home in San Antonio, Texas, and you can find her everywhere online as House full of Bookworms.

Coming Soon!

Available September 9, 2025

Beyond the Far Horizon

Fantasy Novel ages 8 – 12 +

Don’t miss this thrilling conclusion to the Restorationists trilogy

Beyond the Far Horizon cover image by Carolyn Leiloglou

Upcoming Events

June 20 – 21, 2025

Homeschool Expo • Norris Conference Center • San Antonio, TX

Come meet Carolyn, snap a photo together, and get your books signed!

Don’t miss her talk about Sparking a Love of Great Art in Your Family at 11:15 on Friday, June 20.

july 10 – 12, 2025

Great Homeschool Convention • Kalahari Resort • Round Rock, TX

Come meet Carolyn, snap a photo together, and get your books signed!

Don’t miss her talk about Sparking a Love of Great Art in Your Family at 8:30 on Friday, June 20.

july 10 – 12, 2025

Young Writer's Retreat • Encounter Cove, MO

Meet other young writers and attend sessions and one-on-ones with a great list of authors and speakers, including Carolyn.

September 13, 2025, 11:00-1:00

Signing at The Twig Book Shop

Come purchase a book at get it signed at The Twig, located at the historic Pearl Brewery. While you’re there, you can enjoy the weekly farmer’s market.

September 16, 2025, 5:30-7

Author Event at The Twig Book Shop

Hear Carolyn speak about her writing journey and read an excerpt from Beyond the Far Horizon. The event will include a Q/A and time for attendees to purchace books for Carolyn to sign.

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“A delightful adventure, excellent for reading aloud. This book will make you want to study Van Gogh and get out the paintbrushes!”

– Sarah Mackenzie, Founder + Host, Read-Aloud Revival ® Author, The Read-Aloud Family

Other Books

Between Flowers and Bones

Book two of The Restorationists trilogy

Library’s Most Wanted

Library meets Wild West in this delightful picture book

I’ve Got a Bad Case of Poetry

Six of Carolyn’s poems appear in this anthology

Contact Agent

keely@wordserveliterary.com