Quote from the book:
"Her brother, Jul, had once told her that it was possible to think so much about something that it would happen."
Filled with soft, dreamy illustrations, Julia and the Northern Lights Queen of the Northern Lights is a moving story about bravery, determination, and working together to make the world better for everyone.
"It's always exciting when Cathrine L. Wilhelmsen releases a new children's book. Her previous books have all been good, warm, and wise, and this one is no exception. Once again, Wilhelmsen takes children's emotions and experiences seriously, offering adults valuable insights about both being grown-ups and being parents. A children's book about Christmas and Santa Claus sounds charming and magical, and Christmas and Santa are both, but ‘Julia and the Northern Lights’ is so much more. There’s a particularly lovely contrast in this children's book between the magical and the realistic, which I really liked." – Bokvrimmel Bookblog, excerpt from a review
About the Book
Julia has been waiting for this night her entire life: she’s finally old enough to help her father, Santa Claus himself, deliver gifts on Christmas Eve.
But after a series of mishaps, Julia finds herself left behind and all alone on this special night. She’s sad that once again, she can’t be of help to her father this year. And with less snow on the ground each year, Julia knows it’s becoming harder than ever for her father to reach all the children with gifts.
The night takes a strange turn when a boy named Ola appears, claiming to bring a message from the Queen of the Northern Lights. The Queen has something that could solve Santa's problems, but first, Julia must travel to the dark and frozen lands of the North to meet the Queen herself.
Will Julia stay home in safety? Or will she venture into the unknown to help her father?
Filled with soft, dreamy illustrations, Julia and the Northern Lights is a touching story about courage, determination, and collaboration to make the world a better place.
And if you've ever wondered how Santa's sleigh can fly, you'll find the answer here.
Themes
The themes of Julia and the Northern Lights include the importance of remembering who you are, the power of dreams, and the idea that you don't have to be big to make a significant difference in the world. When we slow down and connect with the playfulness and creativity within us all, we can see the world with fresh eyes. And perhaps, find new and better ways to solve challenges and problems.
Julia and the Northern Lights is also available in print format. You can find it here: Julia and the Northern Lights e-book.
Written by Cathrine L Wilhelmsen
Illustrations by Christoffer Paulsen
