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WILDLIFE. ADVENTURE. FAITH.

Every animal has
an epic story.

Travel the world with Cooper and Talon in illustrated adventures that bring remarkable animals—and the wonder of God’s creation—to life.

A children’s wildlife book series by Nicholas Wayne

Field biologist Cooper Remington and his black Labrador, Talon, ready for their next wildlife adventure
Real animals. Remarkable adaptations.New places. New discoveries.Stories to share as a family.

CHOOSE YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE

A world of wonder,
one animal at a time.

From Kazakhstan’s grasslands to Nepal’s snowy mountains, every journey reveals something extraordinary.

BOOK 001   /   KAZAKHSTAN

The Secret of the Saiga’s Nose — Epic Animal Odysseys Book 001 cover

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The Secret of the Saiga’s Nose

Join Cooper, Talon, and Amir to discover the surprising secrets behind an extraordinary antelope’s nose.

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BOOK 002   /   MONTANA, USA

The Calf That Didn’t Follow — Epic Animal Odysseys Book 002 cover

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The Calf That Didn’t Follow

A young bison calf is missing. Follow Cooper, Talon, and Koda as they search for a way to reunite it with its mother.

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An illustration from The Secret of the Saiga’s Nose: Cooper, Talon, and Amir discover a saiga on the grasslands of Kazakhstan

An illustration from The Secret of the Saiga’s Nose.

STEP INTO THE STORY

Closer to the wild.
Further into wonder.

Discover the animals behind the adventures through cinematic illustrations, memorable encounters, and real wildlife facts.

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MORE TO DISCOVER ON EVERY JOURNEY

An adventure to enjoy.
Something real to learn.

01 / DISCOVERY

Wildlife worth knowing

Fictional adventures introduce real animals, their habitats, and the remarkable adaptations that help them survive.

02 / CONNECTION

Stories to share

Explore courage, kindness, perseverance, and care for the natural world through stories made for curious children and families.

03 / FAITH

Wonder in God’s creation

A Christian perspective encourages gratitude and stewardship, with story-connected faith reflections in later adventures.

YOUR COMPANIONS IN DISCOVERY

Meet the explorers.

A field biologist. A loyal Labrador. A world full of questions.

In each destination, a local young guide joins the adventure—sharing knowledge, spotting clues, and helping the team see the world in a new way.

THE FIELD BIOLOGIST

Cooper Remington

Cooper follows his curiosity into the wild, exploring animal behavior and discovering what makes each species extraordinary.

THE LOYAL COMPANION

Talon

Cooper’s black Labrador brings a keen nose, a watchful eye, and faithful companionship to every journey.

KEEP THE DISCOVERY GOING

Small hands. Big imaginations.

Bring the adventures to your table with free printable coloring pages. No purchase needed—just print, color, and explore.

KAZAKHSTAN / BOOK 001

Color the saiga adventure

Two printable coloring pages in one PDF.

Download saiga coloring pages ↓

MONTANA / BOOK 002

Color the bison adventure

Two printable coloring pages in one PDF.

Download bison coloring pages ↓

NEPAL / BOOK 003

Color a mountain discovery

Meet the snow leopard and its fellow explorers.

Snow leopard coloring page ↓

Mountain explorers coloring page ↓

Free for personal, classroom, church, and library use. Print on US Letter paper at 100% scale. Not for commercial resale or redistribution.

THE AUTHOR BEHIND THE ADVENTURES

Meet Nicholas Wayne.

Nicholas Wayne is a North Texas children’s author, disabled veteran, and creator of Epic Animal Odysseys. His stories bring together wildlife, adventure, discovery, and faith to encourage young readers to explore the world and appreciate God’s creation.

More about the series and its mission →

FOR PARENTS & YOUNG EXPLORERS

A few things to know.

Are these true stories?

The adventures are fiction, built around real animals, habitats, and wildlife facts. Cooper, Talon, and the young guides help readers explore the natural world through a story.

Which book should we start with?

Start with The Secret of the Saiga’s Nose to meet the explorers at the beginning of the series. Later adventures take them to new destinations and introduce new animals.

How is Christian faith included?

The series reflects a Christian perspective and appreciation for God’s creation. Faith is introduced subtly in Book 1; later books include more explicit, story-connected faith reflections.

Where can we buy the books?

Use the Amazon links above to see available paperback and Kindle editions of the released titles. Upcoming adventures are marked “Coming soon.”

Can we use the free coloring pages in a classroom or church?

Yes. The coloring pages are free to print for personal, classroom, church, and library use. They may not be sold or redistributed commercially.

BEYOND THE BOOKS

Stay curious between adventures.

Watch short wildlife discoveries from Incredible Animal Adventures.