The Pearl Whisperer
The Pearl Whisperer
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The Pearl Whisperer is a richly woven, magical adventure that speaks to both the imagination of children and the emotions of adults.
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It’s not often I finish a book and immediately want to start it again, but The Pearl Whisperer gave me that feeling. The story is layered with meaning, filled with tender moments, and written with a kind of quiet magic that stays with you - Review from Goodreads
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🌟 Praise for The Pearl Whisperer
✨...the book aims to show children that all feelings are valid — and that sharing and talking about them is what truly matters.
✨ Fans of Alice in Wonderland will find echoes of its magic in The Pearl Whisperer.
✨ The Pearl Whisperer is both a tender and beautiful story about how a young boy experiences his parents’ divorce. It is an insightful book and a truly remarkable project. It takes children in a difficult life situation seriously, while at the same time offering adults guidance on how best to meet children and their emotions. The most important thing for a child is to feel safe, to have stability, and to know they are loved — regardless of the circumstances of the adults. And that, I believe, is the central message of this book, a message conveyed with clarity and compassion.
A touching, magical journey that helps a young boy tackle scary feelings.
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Julius, a sensitive seven-year-old boy, finds himself in turmoil when his colored pencils suddenly stop working. Drawing has always been his way of making sense of his feelings—especially when loneliness, anger, or sadness feel too heavy to carry. But when his mother leaves once again and his father delivers news Julius can’t quite grasp, even his drawings abandon him.
Then, one winter’s evening, Julius discovers that his grandparents’ snow globe holds a hidden secret. Inside it lives Soh, a bright, mysterious girl with braids and a spark in her eyes, who has been waiting for him. And to Julius’ astonishment, his beloved stuffed parrot Pappus springs to life—feathers, voice, and all. Together the three set off on a fantastical quest to find the lost Colorsprights, the tiny beings that give pencils their colors. To bring them back, they must locate the Hiding Chest, a task that requires three magical keys hidden across breathtaking landscapes.
Their journey takes them through the Flaming Forest, alive with shimmering fire-leaves and mischievous dragons; across the deceptive domains of the vain Lord of the Mist; into Diamanen’s glittering yet treacherous garden; and finally toward the mysterious Pearl Falls, where only the enigmatic Pearl Whisperer can guide them. Along the way, Julius must face challenges that mirror his own inner struggles—fear of loss, longing for connection, and the courage to hold on to who he truly is.
Illustrated with warmth and detail, The Pearl Whisperer is not just an enchanting fantasy tale but also a story about friendship, resilience, and the healing power of creativity. It is a book for readers of all ages who believe in the magic of imagination and the strength found in facing both real and inner worlds with an open heart.
🌟 Who will enjoy and benefit from this book?
Children ages 7–12 who enjoy magical adventures, fairytales, and illustrated stories.
Parents, grandparents, and teachers looking for meaningful books that spark conversations about feelings, family, and resilience.
Families experiencing change (such as divorce or separation) who want a gentle, imaginative way to talk about emotions.
Fans of classic fantasy like Alice in Wonderland or The Chronicles of Narnia who are drawn to whimsical, heartfelt stories.
Readers of all ages who love beautifully illustrated tales that blend wonder, emotional depth, and Scandinavian fairytale atmosphere.
🌟 Why Readers Love The Pearl Whisperer
Emotional depth with child-friendly storytelling – Tackles themes like divorce and loneliness in a gentle, age-appropriate way.
Magical adventure with timeless appeal – A snow globe opens the door to a fantastical world, reminiscent of Alice in Wonderland and The Chronicles of Narnia.
Beautifully illustrated – Rich, atmospheric artwork brings the story to life for readers of all ages.
Dual audience – Written for children, yet layered with meaning for adults, making it a perfect shared reading experience.
Focus on feelings and resilience – Encourages conversations about emotions and shows children that all feelings are valid.
Universal themes – Friendship, courage, and imagination connect across cultures and generations.
Scandinavian fairytale touch – Infused with Nordic atmosphere, adding a unique and enchanting flavor to the fantasy.
🌟 Quality & Production
Each book is printed in small batches, as close to you as possible — in Europe or the US. That means shorter shipping, less overproduction, and books made to last rather than to sit in a warehouse.
Every book is hardcover, printed on high-quality paper chosen to do justice to the illustrations.
- Binding: Hardcover
- Paper: High-quality thick white paper (105 gsm), full-color printing
- Printed in: Europe or the US, close to the buyer
- Size: 27,9 cm x 21 cm
- Pages: 136 pages with beautiful illustrations
- Print run: Small, sustainable batches
- First published: 2015
Also available as ebook (NOK 199), and in Norwegian, print (NOK 379) and ebook (NOK 199).
Written by Cathrine L Wilhelmsen, illustrations by Petter Winter.
The Julius Series: After "The Pearl Whisperer," follow Julius' journey in "The Nightgarden," where he continues to navigate life after his parents' divorce.
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Stories to read side by side
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Room for big feelings
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Illustrated
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A gift to hand over
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Stories to read side by side
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Room for big feelings
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Illustrated
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A gift to hand over
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Stories to read side by side
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Room for big feelings
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Illustrated
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A gift to hand over
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Stories to read side by side
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Room for big feelings
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Illustrated
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A gift to hand over
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Stories to read side by side
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Room for big feelings
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Illustrated
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A gift to hand over
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Stories to read side by side
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Room for big feelings
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Illustrated
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A gift to hand over
Historier som gir rom for følelser
Les om det å være annerledes, det å savne noen og det å finne mot – og la samtalen komme når den vil.
Følelsen av å stå utenfor
Tusen ønsker er en varm fortelling om ensomhet og det å bli sett. Fra 3 år og oppover. Egner seg godt også for voksne lesere.
Når noe stort endrer seg hjemme
Perlehviskeren og Natthaven følger Julius gjennom skilsmisse, savnet etter en forelder og veien mot håp.
Å være seg selv
Gunnar Gresskar og Den lange veien hjem er en morsom og varm fabel om å finne ut hvem man er, og hva man egentlig liker.
Julia og nordlyset er fortellingen om hvordan julenissens slede begynte å fly – og om en datter som vil hjelpe faren sin tilbake til drømmene han en gang hadde.
Sagt om fortellingene
Varme, kloke sider som tar barns følelser på alvor
Samme fortelling. Velg papir eller skjerm.
Hardcover holder bildene i hyllen. Ebok lar deg åpne den samme historien i kveld.
Trykket bok
I hyllen
E-bok
I kveldFinn riktig historie
Noen raske svar om alder, temaer og hvilken bok man bør begynne med.
Lesing
Trykk
Har dere en bok til jul?
Julia og nordlyset er fortellingen om hvordan julenissens slede begynte å fly. Den passer for [alder], og leses like gjerne hele året.
Hvilken bok passer for et lite barn?
Tusen ønsker er skrevet for barn fra 3 til 6 år. Den handler om å føle seg utenfor, og om å oppdage at man betyr noe akkurat som man er. Julia og nordlyset passer like godt for de yngste – den er fortellingen om hvordan julenissens slede begynte å fly.
Hører noen av bøkene sammen?
Bare Perlehviskeren og Natthaven, som begge handler om Julius. Begynn med Perlehviskeren. De andre bøkene kan leses hver for seg.
Er bøkene triste?
De tar vanskelige følelser på alvor, men det er både varme og humor underveis – og ingen av dem slutter i mørket. Hver fortelling finner en vei videre.
Passer bøkene for voksne også?
Ja. Fortellingene har mer tekst enn bilde, og flere av dem leses like gjerne av voksne alene.
Hvor mye tekst er det i bøkene?
Mer enn i en vanlig billedbok. Dette er illustrerte fortellinger, der ordene bærer historien og bildene følger den.
Hvor mye tekst er det i bøkene?
Ja, og de blir det. Bøkene brukes både hjemme og av barnehager, skoler og helsesykepleiere som en inngang til å snakke om savn, skilsmisse eller det å føle seg utenfor.
Hvilken bok bør jeg gi i gave?
Til de minste: Tusen ønsker, om å føle seg utenfor og oppdage at man betyr noe akkurat som man er.
Til jul: Julia og nordlyset, fortellingen om hvordan julenissens slede begynte å fly.
Til et barn som står i noe vanskelig: Perlehviskeren og Natthaven, bøkene om Julius.
Til den som trenger å le litt også: Gunnar Gresskar, en varm og morsom fabel om å gå sin egen vei.
Finnes det en julebok?
Julia og nordlyset er fortellingen om hvordan julenissens slede begynte å fly – om et barn som vil hjelpe faren sin, og om drømmene han hadde glemt.
Finnes det en Halloween-bok?
Gunnar Gresskar og Den lange veien hjem - En halloweenfortelling som varmer i stedet for å skremme
Hvordan trykkes bøkene?
I små opplag, så nær kjøperen som mulig. Det gir kortere transport og ingen lagerrester – vi trykker fordi noen vil ha boka, ikke i håp om at noen skal ville ha den.
Can I try a story first?
Yes. The book pages link to a free excerpt of each story, so you can read a little and see if the voice feels right.
Is there an ebook edition?
Yes. Julia og nordlyset is also available as an ebook, with the same story as the print book. Ebooks are collected in their own collection.