Ida is not happy! Moving far away from all her friends and her life in the city, to a tiny house in the countryside, Ida has no one for company except her mother and the imposing site of the great Nirym Wood. However, Ida soon discovers that she is far from alone. Not only does she meet Edward, who lives nearby, but she also discovers that the forest has a great many secrets. Nirym Wood is filled with all manner of elves, fairies, goblins and other unbelievable creatures. Even the trees have faces! But not everyone is so friendly; when Ida breaks an ancient forest law, she finds herself in deep trouble with the mysterious leader of the forest folk. Pacts are made, friendships are forged and Ida is given a lesson in some of the curious rules of living in the magical Nirym Wood. We've all been waiting for something magnificent to happen in the world of fantasy storybooks. And then all of a sudden the unbeatable Thomas Roberts-Goulden brings us this remarkably illustrated enchanting tale. With beautiful hand drawn illustrations, the reader eagerly delves into this book, always wanting to know what happens next. It's a short story with vibrant and imaginative illustrations on each page. Children know it's a great bedtime read. Parents want the next in the series. Tales From Nirym Wood is a magical tale that all children will love to own.

 

This book was recognised by the Ijocs Outstanding Book Award.

There are 20 pages in this book. This book was published 2013 by Hampton Bond International .

Thomas Roberts-Goulden has been making up stories since his own child hood; and since he could hold a pen, he has been illustrating them too! He has long had an affinity for art, history, myths and legends, which fuel his desire to create fantastical worlds to explore. He expertly brings to life these visions with traditional watercolour, pen and inks. When not lost in his writing and illustrative pursuits, Thomas Roberts-Goulden enjoys collecting literature and helps look after the family bee hives, always watching the little creatures flying in and out of the tiny garden. As a story teller first and foremost, Thomas Roberts-Goulden seeks to enthral and entertain with his curious mythologies and characters. He invites you join him on an adventure through his latest creation in the 'Tales From Nirym Wood'.