Every great adventure starts with a single spark, but some of the most magical ones begin right at tuck-in time under the bedroom covers. Today, I am so excited to celebrate the official launch of The Grimmets’ Magic Forest, a whimsical new world created by a dear friend that has finally leaped off the page and into reality. Whether you’re looking for a cozy new escape, a wonderful read for family storytime, or a bit of imaginative fun, you'll love what’s waiting inside. Come take a peek behind the curtain (and the trees!) and explore the magic for yourself!
It All Started as a Bedtime Story...
More than 30 years ago, I made up a story to comfort my oldest son at bedtime — a story about a Grimmet, a kind and magical little fellow with great big feet, who lives inside a tall tree deep in an enchanted forest, and who watches over children wherever they are.
As my family grew, so did the forest. One by one, my children began adding their own ideas — new friends, new hiding places, new adventures — until the Grimmets weren't just my stories anymore. They were our stories, told and retold at bedtime for years.
Eventually, I wrote the rhymes down and picked up my pencils to draw the friends I'd pictured for so long. Working with artist Arlene Kriebs, those first sketches grew into my published book, The Grimmets’ Magic Forest — and with my production company, Polestar Pictures, the forest grew again: into an animated series, music, games, and this Adventure Club, where families everywhere can step inside and play.
The heart of it has never changed. Kindness. Friendship. Curiosity. And a safe, happy place where every child is watched over — and believed in.
From my family's bedtime to yours... welcome to the Magic Forest.
— John Reign
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