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Elanor Kortland is a published children's author, drawing on themes of mindfulness, compassion, self-acceptance, and courage. She has written the heat-warming tale, Chester and the Aeroplane, about embracing what makes you unique and finding your true community - perfect for anyone who's ever felt a little different.

 

Chester and the Aeroplane can be purchased on Amazon here as a paperback or e-kindle book, or in paperback or pdf e-book on the shop pages of this site here.

Chester is a dog who doesn’t quite fit in. He’s not great at catching balls, and chasing his tail just isn’t his thing. But when he’s flying his aeroplane high above the clouds, he feels truly alive. One day, a daring loop-the-loop leads him to a sky full of surprises - and a squad of flying animals who understand him like no one else ever has.

This heartwarming picture book celebrates the magic of being different and the joy of finding your tribe. With vibrant illustrations and a gentle message of self-acceptance, Chester and the Aeroplane is perfect for children ages 6–12 who are learning to embrace their uniqueness - and for the adults who love them!

  • Ideal for bedtime or classroom read-alouds

  • Encourages emotional resilience and confidence

  • Beautifully illustrated with imaginative animal characters

  • Great for fans of stories about friendship, flying, and finding your place in the world

 

Join Chester on his journey through the clouds - and discover that being different might just be your superpower.

For ages 6 and up.

Front cover of the children's book, Chester and the Aeroplane
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