The Perfect Gift For Kids
Gateway to Imagination, Education & Wisdom
Willow the Wonderer
In a class of its own
Willow the wonderer
Woke up one day
Wondering about happiness
And where it lay ...
Discover Willow the Wonderer, an enchanting new series of storybooks by debut children's author, Reeta Dhar, and internationally acclaimed illustrator, Darren Pryce.
Willow is an endearing little donkey who is deeply curious about life. Join him on epic quests as he unravels life's mysteries and discovers its wonders and wisdom.
Written in perfect rhyme, the melodious stanzas sweep young readers away on adventures through the natural world, whilst exquisitely crafted illustrations beckons them to uncover hidden marvels in Willow's world.
Each captivating tale is also designed with a specific early childhood education goal in mind, whether it's mastering counting, understanding colours, or even diving into astronomy.
Available in Hardcover, Paperback and eBook editions. Add the complete series to your collection at a fantastic discount and with FREE Shipping. Preview books on our 'Shop Now' page today!
Willow
Plush Toy
Add to the joy of storytime
"Being there for a child
is the most noble thing a toy can do"
--- Woody, Toy Story
Willow the Wonderer is now available as an adorable character soft toy. Sporting his trademark '70s onesie, Willow is bringing retro back!
Designed in Australia by Darren Pryce, our character plush toy is produced to a high standard and independently tested against Australian toy safety standards.
It is suitable for all ages.
Available to purchase on its own or with our book and toy gift sets. An adorable new friend that will get even the fussiest of readers engaged!
Book & Toy
Gift Sets
The perfect gift for little ones
"It's never too early
to plant seeds of wisdom "
--- Wise As Stories
Celebrate the special little ones in your life with our exclusive Willow the Wonderer storybook gift sets, featuring the irresistibly cute Willow plush toy.
Choose our Premium Gift Set containing all four storybooks or curate your own by selecting your favorite titles. Each book set is beautifully packaged in a themed gift box, adding a touch of magic to your gift giving.
The perfect blend of wonder, wisdom and joy. Get the complete collection now and save with a great discount, coupled with FREE Shipping for a limited time.
Stories Loved by Kids
Children's Books Recommended by Experts
Debra, Teacher
Your books are incredible. As a previous prep teacher the message resonates very strongly. I read your book to our graduating class and donated one set to our school library - they will be used for our Philosophy sessions.
Sian, Counsellor
I wish I had these for my children when they were small. I really recommend them as a Counsellor, working with children who often have a lot of troubles - These sorts of books can be really helpful.
Pam, Librarian
Beautifully presented, beautifully written and the illustrations are out of this world. Parents, teachers, kids of all ages, rush out and buy these books.
Bill Wood
"My three year old grandson Ariel loved the menagerie of hidden animals interspersed amongst the pages. "Read it again Poppa please" was the message repeated again and again."
May Lam
"I wish I met Willow the Wonderer when I was young. The story made me feel warm and fuzzy - I had tears of joy! These are not just books but a gift to us all."
Paul Handcock
"Issy loves the books, she's been asking us to read it every night as part of bedtime routine! A huge compliment because it has been The Hungry Caterpillar for the last 18 months."
Susan Snape
"Beautifully imagined book with a timeless message for all children to carry throughout life's journey."
Leanne Whitehouse
"Love it and so do the kids!!
The detail in the pictures adds another dimension to the story so each time we read
the children are creating their own dream."
Reiki Rolle
"Beginning a love of literature with little people is such a joy
and these stories reflect that so beautifully."
Preview Latest Release
Willow the Wonderer : The Gift
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Behind the Scenes
How Willow the Wonderer came to be
Our Heart Project
One sunny afternoon, strolling along the Valla beach in NSW's Mid North Coast, Reeta and Darren discovered a shared dream: They longed to create storybooks that they wish they'd grown up with - books filled with beauty and adventure that would plant seeds of wisdom in young minds.
Their hope was simply that these seeds would blossom with time and guide the little ones in their journey through life.
Darren threw in an idea he'd conceived a long time ago about Willow, a child who wanders from home searching for happiness. In this wandering soul, they found a kindred spirit, an endearing character brimming with the innocence and curiosity.
Over the ensuing months and many lively conversations, sketches and drafts later, the idea they first discussed in April 2020 blossomed into a story.
Reeta wove the words and Darren brought it to life with his enchanting pictures. Through all the ups and downs of COVID, they released the first Willow the Wonderer storybook in November 2021.
And thus, Willow the Wonderer was born.
Meet An Unlikely Hero
A little wise ass we call Willow
Meet Reeta Dhar
Debut Children's Book Author
Reeta's Story
Reeta grew up surrounded by stories; tales from the olden days her grannies used to tell, scary stories that her siblings would share, legends about ancient yogis her dad read aloud, Bollywood films her mum rented and stories from all the glorious books she read.
Stories became her doorway into a world of imagination that enthralled, enticed and enchanted in equal measure. They inspired her to travel, climb mountains, do yoga, meditate and seek out the magic in life.
Prior to pursuing her love of writing and publishing, Reeta had an accomplished career in business. In Willow the Wonderer, Reeta's first series of picture books, she brings together her love of rhyme and the natural world with life's little lessons she has learnt along the way.
Meet Darren Pryce
Internationally Acclaimed Illustrator
Darren's Story
Darren started drawing before he started walking, or so the story goes. He was the quiet one in the family who spent all his time drawing at the kitchen table; his uncle was surprised to find out that he even had legs!
It was no surprise however that he pursued studies in design and a career as an illustrator, art director and contemporary artist. A classically trained painter with expertise in digital media, Darren seamlessly combines the two disciplines in his craft.
Darren has won many major national and international illustration awards, including Gold at the Melbourne Art Directors Awards and London International Award. Darren is a versatile illustrator and many different styles of his work have been featured in the Communication Arts Magazine, American Illustration Annuals and Leuzers Archive. His career highlights includes doing the cover of Time Magazine and Los Angeles Times Magazine.
Darren draws upon his years of experience and love of the fine arts and nature to illustrate Willow the Wonderer picture book series, creating an innovative new style each time.
We care about Mother Earth
Our books are printed on sustainably sourced FSC certified paper.
We don't use single use plastics in our product.
We use recyclable or biodegradable materials for packaging.
“Never grow up. Always down.”