# Chris French
> Sydney novelist and author of Ethan and the Reign of Fear,
> a middle grade portal fantasy for readers aged 8–12.
## Key Pages
- [About the Author](https://www.chrisfrench.com.au/about): Biography, VFX background, and why Chris writes for children
- [Ethan and the Reign of Fear](https://www.chrisfrench.com.au/books): Synopsis, themes, age range, comp titles, FAQ
- [Mindfulness Writing](https://www.chrisfrench.com.au/mindfulness-hub): Mindfulness articles and essays