A Thousand Wishes (ebook)

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A Thousand Wishes (ebook)

99,00 kr

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A Heartwarming Story of Diversity

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Before You Open the Book

You may be here because:

a child you love feels a little different
someone has experienced being left out or not chosen
you are looking for a story that can open gentle conversations about belonging and self-worth

A Thousand Wishes is not a book that explains everything.
It creates a space. A quiet space where it is safe to be exactly who you are — and where something small and overlooked might hold a sky full of wishes.

🌟 What You Will Find in This Book:

🌿 a quiet story that can be read on two levels — by children meeting Lucy for the first time, and by adults who recognize the feeling of being a little different
🌿 a warm space for feelings that can be hard to name: being left out, longing to be seen, and the hope that you are enough just as you are
🌿 a small breathing space in a busy world — a story that invites wonder, closeness, and conversations that can continue long after the book is closed

🌟 Why Readers Love A Thousand Wishes

Poetic and timeless fable – A beautifully written story that speaks to both children and adults.
Inspiring main character – Lucy the dandelion seed learns about resilience, belonging, and self-worth.
Themes of acceptance and diversity – Encourages openness, kindness, and seeing beauty in difference.
Enchanting illustrations – Luminous artwork by Petter Winther brings Lucy’s world to life.
Layered storytelling – Simple enough for children, yet filled with depth for adults to reflect upon.
Perfect for shared reading – Sparks meaningful conversations between children and grown-ups.
Universal message – A reminder that every being carries a unique kind of magic, no matter how overlooked.

A Thousand Wishes is a lyrical and tender fable about Lucy, a tiny seed who begins her journey far beneath the earth, cradled in warmth and cared for by bumblebees who whisper stories of the world above. In the quiet darkness, she dreams of sunlight, fresh air, and the mysterious "hat" that will one day reveal who she truly is.

When the time comes, Lucy stretches toward the sky and discovers a world filled with wonder. She feels the glow of the sun on her face, the tickle of raindrops on her back, and the playful sway of the wind that makes her laugh. With every passing day, she grows more curious about who she is becoming and whether she belongs among those around her.

But Lucy also begins to notice how different she feels-how her place in the meadow does not seem the same as the others. Her journey becomes not only about growing tall and strong, but also about learning what it means to be seen, to be loved, and to recognize her own worth.

With graceful prose by Cathrine L. Wilhelmsen and luminous illustrations by Petter Winther, A Thousand Wishes captures both the wonder and the challenges of becoming yourself. It is a story for children and adults alike-an invitation to look at the overlooked, to find beauty where others might not, and to remember that every life, no matter how small or different, carries its own quiet magic.

🌟 Praise for A Thousand Wishes

✨“Charming and moving—A Thousand Wishes inspires kindness, openness, and a new way of seeing difference.”
✨“Wilhelmsen writes with warmth, insight, and charm. A book that deserves many readers, both young and old.”
✨“Heartbreaking and powerful—A Thousand Wishes reminds us that we all matter, that we are wanted, and that it is okay to be exactly who we are.”
✨“A warm and gentle story, perfect for bedtime—or any time. This is a children’s book that truly does good.”

🌟 Who Will Enjoy or Benefit from this Book?

Children ages 5–10 who enjoy magical and meaningful stories.
Parents, grandparents, and teachers looking for books that spark conversations about feelings, belonging, and self-worth.
Readers of all ages who appreciate fables, layered storytelling, and beautifully illustrated picture books.
Schools, libraries, and community groups seeking inclusive and inspiring literature about diversity and acceptance.
Adults interested in stories that connect to the “inner child” and provide gentle reflections on resilience and kindness.

A Thousand Wishes is also available in print.

Written by Cathrine L Wilhelmsen, illustrations by Petter Winther.

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Leses på enheter du allerede har
Illustrerte historier med dypere mening

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Leses på enheter du allerede har
Illustrerte historier med dypere mening

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Illustrerte historier med dypere mening

En lesestund. To slags undring.

Disse bildebokfablene rommer et barns eventyr i bildene og en stillere mening for den voksne som leser med. Illustrasjonene bærer like mye følelse som handling, så det er fortsatt noe å snakke om når siste side er lest.

Start historien

Følelser tatt på alvor.

Tilhørighet, mot og familie ligger inne i selve eventyret, så et barn kan sette ord på det som er vanskelig – uten pekefinger.

Kunst du blir stående ved.

Illustrasjonene åpner isbyer, enger og nattlige hager – verdener som er laget for å bli sett på, ikke skyndet forbi.

Dobbelt lag

De voksne fanger opp innsikten om det å vokse opp, mens barnet følger magien på den samme siden.

Stories that stay after the last page

Warm, wise, and layered

4.8

/ 5

Readers praise the heart in these tales

Warm, wise, and real

Wilhelmsen’s stories feel as magical as they are true. We read Julia og nordlyset on a tablet the first December night we bought it, and the kids still ask for the ice cities. I catch myself thinking about the grown-up bits after lights-out. Wilhelmsen’s stories feel as magical as they are true. We read Julia og nordlyset on a tablet the first December night we bought it, and the kids still ask for the ice cities. I catch myself thinking about the grown-up... Wilhelmsen’s stories feel as magical as they are true. We read Julia og nordlyset on a tablet the first December night we bought it, and the kids still ask for the ice cities. I catch myself thinking about the grown-up bits after lights-out.

Jared J.

Feelings taken seriously

A beautiful children’s book that treats kids’ feelings with respect and still gives adults something to sit with. We used Tusen ønsker after a hard week at school. The dandelion pages opened a talk we had been circling for months. A beautiful children’s book that treats kids’ feelings with respect and still gives adults something to sit with. We used Tusen ønsker after a hard week at school. The dandelion pages opened a talk we had been circling for months. A beautiful children’s book that treats kids’ feelings with respect and still gives adults something to sit with. We used Tusen ønsker after a hard week at school. The dandelion pages opened a talk we had been circling for months.

Simone W.

Magic with a pulse

Julia og nordlyset holds a rare balance—wonder woven with realism that actually stings a little. We sampled the free excerpt first, then finished the e-book the same evening. My only wish is a print copy for the shelf later. Julia og nordlyset holds a rare balance—wonder woven with realism that actually stings a little. We sampled the free excerpt first, then finished the e-book the same evening. My only wish is a print copy for the shelf later. Julia og nordlyset holds a rare balance—wonder woven with realism that actually stings a little. We sampled the free excerpt first, then finished the e-book the same evening. My only wish is a print copy for the shelf later.

Andre F.

Bedtime that does good

A warm, gentle story, perfect for bedtime—or any time. We have had A Thousand Wishes for a few weeks and keep returning to Lucy. It is quieter than the flashier apps we used before, which is exactly why it works. A warm, gentle story, perfect for bedtime—or any time. We have had A Thousand Wishes for a few weeks and keep returning to Lucy. It is quieter than the flashier apps we used before, which is exactly why it works. A warm, gentle story, perfect for bedtime—or any time. We have had A Thousand Wishes for a few weeks and keep returning to Lucy. It is quieter than the flashier apps we used before, which is exactly why it works.

Allison W.

We keep talking after

A heartwarming tale that opens conversations and brings December magic to life. We read Perlehviskeren aloud on the sofa; the snow-globe pages stayed on the tablet while we talked. It is the kind of book you close slowly. A heartwarming tale that opens conversations and brings December magic to life. We read Perlehviskeren aloud on the sofa; the snow-globe pages stayed on the tablet while we talked. It is the kind of book you close slowly. A heartwarming tale that opens conversations and brings December magic to life. We read Perlehviskeren aloud on the sofa; the snow-globe pages stayed on the tablet while we talked. It is the kind of book you close slowly.

Patricia A.