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Tailwind
  • Published: 5 January 2027
  • ISBN: 9780241831847
  • Imprint: Michael Joseph
  • Format: Trade Paperback
  • Pages: 480
  • RRP: $34.99

Tailwind

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5 Jan 2027
EBook
3 Sept 2026
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Dragons meets F1 in this full-throttle tale of dragon racing, full of fiery heat and breakneck speeds.

There has never been a female dragon rider in the Volitant Dragon Races. Until now.

Once, Lena’s flying talent promised a future for women in this sport. But after a betrayal ended her racing career, Lena now works as a dragon keeper for the washed-up racing tyrant Thorne. Cherishing the close bond she has forged with Gottyk, Thorne’s racing dragon, Lena still yearns to race.

But when an accident takes Thorne out of action minutes from a race beginning, Lena sees an opportunity.

Put on Thorne's racing helmet, and take his place in Volitant.

A chance for her, and women riders everywhere, to seize their victory from the skies...
  • Published: 5 January 2027
  • ISBN: 9780241831847
  • Imprint: Michael Joseph
  • Format: Trade Paperback
  • Pages: 480
  • RRP: $34.99

About the author

Olivia Hayward

Olivia Hayward is a neurodiverse fantasy author with a background in writing and producing video games. She lives in the North West of England with her husband and two cats. Her debut novel, Tailwind, explores the world of dragon racing and what it takes for a woman to succeed when the odds are stacked against her.
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Praise for Tailwind

A thrilling new entry in the world of dragon riders! I rooted for Lena every step of the way and can't wait for book 2

ALYSSA DAY, New York Times bestselling author of Nobody's Quest

Fiercely feminist, filled with high stakes, thrilling races, and characters you will be rooting for from page one. You won't want it to end!

ANNIE SUMMERLEE, bestselling author of The Book of Blood and Roses

Fast paced and super fun. F1 and dragons are a dynamic combination

FELIX MOSSE, bestselling author of The Mistral

This was such an original world … the real stand out was how Olivia wrote the dragons. Part horse, part cat, part dog. Still dangerous, still awe-inspiring

H. LEIGHTON DICKSON, Bestselling author of Ship of Spells

You're just… in it. On dragonback, cold air in your face, stomach dropping. The racing sequences are genuinely some of the most thrilling writing I've read in ages. This book is the real deal . . . 5 Stars, no notes, more please

G L PRESTON, Bestselling author of The Fairy Guild Trials

From every dragon dive, twist, and turn, this book snatches you up and does not let go. An absolute thrill-ride from the very first page

BRANDON PURVES, author of Do Not Kiss Nicholas Prince