Meet a Neighbor First
Who this is for: Children and grown-ups looking for a familiar friend to begin with.
What you can experience: Distinct voices, everyday personalities, and relationships that make the Hollow feel lived in.
Where to begin: Choose one friend and spend a few minutes getting to know them
Meet the Friends of Hawkins Hollow
Every Hawkins Hollow story begins with someone worth knowing.
Some are adventurous. Some are quiet. Some ask questions. Some listen carefully. Some need encouragement. Some discover they can encourage someone else.
Together they make Hawkins Hollow a place where every child can find someone who feels familiar.
A Community of Many Voices
Children in Hawkins Hollow are different from one another in personality, interests, abilities, families, and experiences.
Every character brings something valuable to the community, and every story reminds us that kindness, patience, courage, and belonging often grow through everyday moments.
Characters You'll Meet
Alice Mole
A thoughtful friend who often discovers answers by listening.
Spencer Field Mouse
A careful thinker who enjoys sharing ideas and wondering about the world.
Asher Chipmunk
A quiet observer whose smallest responses often become the biggest moments.
Kaydence Chipmunk
A careful, bright-eyed friend who turns questions into discoveries and helps others feel brave enough to ask their own.
Aydin Caracara
A friendly explorer who enjoys questions, discovery, and helping others.
Aleea Caracara
A gentle encourager who reminds friends they belong.
Austin Turtle
A steady, patient friend who reminds everyone that quiet courage and small steps can still lead somewhere wonderful.
Bentley Crow
Growing a little with every new adventure.
Grandpa
A gentle guide who helps visitors understand the warmth of Hawkins Hollow.
Aralynn Fox
A thoughtful friend who keeps choosing honesty, kindness, and courage when moments feel difficult.
Baxter Badger
An eager young neighbor learning to slow down, listen, and make room for others.
Blain Turtle
Austin’s steady dad, who turns everyday chores into chances to try, help, and grow.
Brandon Rabbit
An energetic friend with a tender heart who is learning that big feelings can become kind choices.
Callen Crow
A thoughtful neighbor who keeps growing through honesty, repair, and the courage to make things right.
Emmitt Armadillo
A steady friend who listens carefully and helps others feel safer when a day feels uncertain.
Garrett Hedgehog
Lex’s patient dad, who stays close while a small next step becomes possible.
Grandma Siebert
A quietly strong grandmother who notices the little things and makes family feel cared for.
Harlie Mouse
A thoughtful mother who helps Spencer and Emmitt feel prepared, understood, and at home.
Haylee Prairie Dog
Brandon’s friendly older sister, who notices who needs a welcome and helps everyone find a place.
Kayla Rabbit
A calm, capable mother who offers practical care and helps children feel safe enough to try.
Lex Hedgehog
A growing helper who learns patience, repair, and the courage to try again when things go sideways.
Lillian Squirrel
A gentle squirrel neighbor who shares a friendly greeting and a little everyday kindness.
Mimi Hawkins
A welcoming grandmother who remembers family traditions and makes room for everyone at the table.
Pop-pop/Farmer Hawkins
A patient farm grown-up who helps children try useful work safely, with room to learn.
Skylin Crow
A gentle mother who notices what each child needs and helps a busy family feel connected.
Trinity Egret
A dependable young aunt who lends a hand at family gatherings and brings patience to little moments.
Zylar Squirrel
A friendly squirrel neighbor who joins in with a warm greeting and a little curiosity.
More Friends Are Waiting
Hawkins Hollow continues to grow with every new story.
As additional books are published, more characters, families, and familiar places will find their home here.
Every Story Begins with Someone
Whether you begin with a favorite character or discover someone new along the way, every Hawkins Hollow story offers another opportunity to listen, imagine, and grow together.