Book Launch with Jil Koller

Join us for an engaging afternoon with local author, homeschooler and  2026 OCHEC Keynote Speaker, Jil Koller!

Jil’s award-winning debut novel, Heart of a Bowman, is fresh off the press and she’s coming to the Learning House to share it with us.

Don’t miss this opportunity to meet Jil live early in her book tour! She’ll be offering a writing workshop on constructing the Perfect Plot, reading from her new book, signing copies and answering your  questions.  Pre-register below for a chance to win a $100 Learning House Gift Certificate.

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Book Launch Lineup

1:00 -2:00pm | Workshop: The Perfect Plot with Jil Koller

An in-person, hands-on workshop that dives into the art of storytelling. Discover how to shape strong narratives, develop ideas with purpose, and leave inspired to build stories that truly connect.

• Attendees will receive a signed copy of Heart of a Bowman and a surprise gift!
• All ages 10+
• This is a paid workshop of $40.00
• Pre-registration required – attendance is limited!
• 👉 Sign up here.

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2:00 – 4:00pm | Author Reading & Mingle

• No cost to attend.
• Meet Jil, hear her read from Heart of a Bowman, and ask questions.

Help us plan by registering for the Author Reading and Mingle.
Those who register and attend will be entered into a draw to win a
$100 Learning House Gift Certificate! 👇

Heart of a Bowman Synopsis

RISING FROM THE ENDLESS SEA is the Vertical Horizon, a massive rock spire holding four tiers of kingdoms. Four Truth Stones, one for each of the spire's interdependent tierdoms, help maintain a delicate power balance. But when a stone is stolen, the Spire is plunged into war.

Seventeen-year-old Princess Aratess of Ardenia is destined for the shallow life of the royal court-and an arranged marriage to a selfish prince-but she longs to serve her people in a different way. For years, she's practiced archery in secret, and when the chance arrives, she matches her talents against Colt, an elite King's Bowman.

Fiercely loyal to the crown, twenty-year-old Colt questions how his mother's people, the Reyjik, could betray the Realm. He also questions the judgment-though not the skills-of the fiery young woman who has inserted herself into his mission. Tess keeps her identity a secret, knowing Colt would forbid his princess from risking her life. Colt, meanwhile, strives to keep a secret of his own: his growing feelings for Tess.

As Reyjik overrun Costair's capital, Colt and Tess escape skyward to warn the King of Ardenia and mount a counterattack. Desperate, they enlist the help of Deacon, Colt's estranged childhood friend and a lighter-than-aircraft pirate. Will Colt, Tess, Deacon, and a motley crew of pirates prove enough to stave off invasion and turn the tide of war?

Meet Jil Koller

When Jil Koller isn’t homeschooling or helping to run the children’s program at church, she is debating with her fictional characters . . . and losing.

Jil began serving in church when she was twelve years old, and after teaching through the Bible a bazillion times, bringing God’s word to life through storytelling is still her favorite thing to do.

Jil lives in Ontario, Canada with her husband and four kids, where they mountain bike, kayak, cliff jump, and snowboard together. She is a Reading Specialist with a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Education, and Master of Education. She loves to speak at homeschool conferences where she equips and encourages other parents.

Heart of a Bowman, book one of her debut fantasy trilogy, the Vertical Horizon Series, won a 2024 Foundation Award in YA fiction. It is Jil’s greatest hope that her stories would echo the gospel and point readers to Christ.