Tambika and the Shield of Wisdom: Volume 2

Tambika and the Shield of Wisdom is a fast-paced fantasy adventure that follows a determined teen warrior from an alternate Africa in 1896 as she is swept into Glideon and called to help restore a world under threat.

When Tambika’s bold attempt to defend her people goes terribly wrong, she is pulled from the conflict of her homeland into the mysterious land of Glideon. There she discovers clues hidden in an old journal, an abandoned training facility, and a mission far greater than she imagined: to help resurrect Lightglider Academy, rescue the Gliddles, and recover the Shield of Wisdom for the next generation of Lightgliders. As Tambika wrestles with anger, purpose, and courage, readers are drawn into a story of danger, destiny, and transformation.

Written by Derek Holser and Zach Fay and illustrated by George Ermos, this second installment in the Lightglider Origins series is designed for ages 8–14 and continues the larger saga of teens from different times and places being called into Glideon. With imaginative worldbuilding, high-stakes action, and themes that reflect a biblical worldview, this series offers an engaging next step for readers who enjoy fantasy, adventure, and stories of courage in the face of darkness.

Publisher: New Growth Press
Published: 10/6/2025
Pages: 272
Binding Type: Paperback
Size / Weight: 8.5 in H | 5.5 in W | 0.5 in T | 0.5 lb Wt
ISBN: 9781645075486


About the Author

Derek Holser, MEd, MTh, JD, is an author, educator, and attorney. He and his wife, Leah, and their three teenage children live in Bainbridge Island, Washington. His many works include Atlas Forman & The Necessary Dream and BOY 39 . He is dedicated to producing works of inspiration and education, which lead to personal and societal transformation.

Zach Fay, MDiv, MBA, is the creator of Lightgliders , a virtual world of Christian faith, games, and community for kids. He and his wife, Margaret, live with their four young children in St. Louis, Missouri. He is inspired by the intersection of faith, reason, and imagination.