The Nightgarden
The Nightgarden
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The Nightgarden is the sequel to The Pearl Whisperer – a magical and heartfelt tale about longing, silence, and hope. A richly atmospheric book for both children and adults, where imagination and emotion exist side by side.
✨ Read an excerpt from the book here
The Nightgarden is the second book in the series about Julius, a sensitive and iminative little boy trying to find his way through the turbulent emotions surrounding his parents divorce.
🌟 What readers say about The Nightgarden
✨ “Magical! A book that captures both the heart and the imagination.”
✨ “A beautiful book with great depth – inviting both children and adults into meaningful conversations.”
✨ “Cathrine and Petter have created a story that is both beautiful, wise, and unforgettable.”
✨ “Magical realism at its best – The Nightgarden is just as much for adults as it is for children.”
✨ “A book about love, longing, and hope – written with warmth and wisdom.”
✨ “Wilhelmsen’s stories show how imagination and empathy go hand in hand.”
What begins as a joyful day at the amusement park with his mother takes an unexpected turn when she tells Julius that she must move to the United States for half a year to pursue her dream of becoming an actress. For Julius, the news brings silence – literally – as he suddenly loses his voice. Unable to speak, he finds himself caught between his longing for his mother and the quiet strength he finds in his father and grandparents.
During fall break, Julius stays with his grandparents, where an ordinary garden becomes a gateway to the extraordinary. His grandmother shares the story of her mother, Valentina – a celebrated ballerina who sought refuge in her secret “Night Garden.” Soon, Julius begins to sense that he, too, has a hidden Night Garden – an inner landscape where feelings take shape and memories come alive. Guided by his grandmother’s wisdom, the loyal stuffed parrot Pappus, the mysterious girl So, and a constellation of magical figures – from the snow children to the enigmatic Pearl Whisperer – Julius embarks on a journey that weaves family history together with dreamlike adventure.
Through encounters that are both wondrous and unsettling, Julius learns that courage is not the absence of fear, but the willingness to face it – and that even when words fail, stories and imagination can restore hope.
With its blend of heartfelt realism and gentle fairy-tale magic, The Nightgarden is a story for both children and adults – about loss and belonging, the healing power of imagination, and the gardens we all carry inside us, waiting to be discovered.
🌟 Why readers love The Nightgarden
The second book in the Julius series – The story continues where The Pearl Whisperer left off. We follow Julius as he navigates life after his parents’ divorce, when silence and longing open the door to a new, magical world.
A tale with emotional depth – The Nightgarden explores themes of family, loss, longing, and love in a tender and relatable way, offering just as much to adults as to children.
Captivating magical realism – Everyday life blends with dreamlike, enchanting adventures. An ordinary garden becomes a gateway to the extraordinary, where feelings and memories come alive.
An intergenerational story – Through his grandmother’s tales, family history is woven into Julius’ journey, introducing his great-grandmother Valentina, a ballerina with her own mysterious “Night Garden.”
A strong visual universe – Petter Winther’s atmospheric illustrations bring Julius’ journey vividly to life, making readers feel as if they’ve stepped into his world.
Universal appeal – A story that resonates with children experiencing longing and hope, and with adults who see the deeper symbolism and emotional layers.
Encourages meaningful conversations – The Nightgarden invites children and adults to talk about feelings and challenges, giving words to what is often difficult to express.
A hopeful message – The story reminds us that courage is not the absence of fear but the willingness to face it, and that imagination and storytelling can bring both comfort and healing.
🌟 Who will enjoy and benefit from this book?
Children ages 6–12 who enjoy heartfelt, magical stories
Families experiencing change (such as divorce or separation) who want a gentle, imaginative way to talk about emotions.
Parents and grandparents looking for meaningful books to read aloud and discuss with children
Teachers and librarians seeking literature that encourages emotional literacy and classroom conversation
Fans of gentle fantasy and magical realism who appreciate stories blending everyday life with dreamlike adventures
Adults with an inner child who enjoy reflective, multi-layered tales about family, love, and resilience
🌟 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: 132 pages with beautiful illustrations
- Print run: Small, sustainable batches
- First published: 2016
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: The Nightgarden is the second book in the Julius series. The journey began in The Pearl Whisperer, where Julius discovered the magical snow globe and the Colorsprites when his parents’ divorce turned his world upside down.
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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.