When a goat herder meets a princess, sparks fly (and maybe a few goats fly too). Kate Wheeler’s new graphic novel, “Goat Herder” (published by Oni Press), tells the polar opposite story. The story revolves around a goat herder and a princess who go on a journey together to break a curse.
“Goat Magic is a thrilling fantasy adventure centered around becoming who you want to be, instead of who you’re expected to be,” Wheeler said. “The story will appeal to mischief-makers and risk-takers (i.e., those with strong Goat energy), as well as readers with a soft spot for queer romance.”
Goat Magic began with a series of tweets dating back to January 2021, in which Wheeler said she was “so excited to be working on Goat Magic.” She told fans that she planned to send the manuscript to publishers in May 2021.
Senior editor Grace Shapeter said “Goat Magic” has all the elements she loves in a story: “Magic spells, dangerous adventures, daring adventures, and truly compelling characters, not to mention hundreds of pages of adorable goats.” She added, “I can’t wait for readers to escape to the kingdom of Capeya with Toril and Aria next August.”
The synopsis is as follows:
Toril, a spirited goatherd with a special ability to communicate with her flock, longs for a life away from her mountain ranch. Her “goat magic” seems mundane compared to the magic taught at the prestigious wizarding school in a town off-limits to her. Meanwhile, Princess Aria, known as the “Ordinary Princess” and heir to the Kingdom of Capeya, questions her own royal credentials.
Their worlds collide when an assassination attempt on the queen curses Arya to transform into a black goat at dawn each day. Taking refuge among Toril’s goat herd, Arya realizes that her new friend’s hidden talents may be her only hope of breaking the curse. Together, they embark on a perilous journey back to the castle, facing dangerous foes and uncovering a web of betrayal and rebellion.
As Aria fights to reclaim her throne and restore order to Capéja, the girls discover a deep bond and their shared experiences forge an unbreakable bond. When she faces those who betrayed her, will Aria have what it takes to reclaim the throne and rule a kingdom in turmoil? Will Toril find confidence in her own magic and the growing love she has for her friend?
Check out the inside pages below:
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Goat Magic will be released in August 2025.
Source: Oni Press
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