In fact, adults are big kids. And what does it mean? That we can afford to be naive and enjoy simple things, even though arrogant adults may think it’s nonsense. So what? If it makes you happier – come on without any fear! And the first thing you can do is return to the world of children’s fairy tales. So, together with our book reviewer Oleksandra Martynenko, we begin fairy tale therapy sessions

Joan k. Rolling «Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone»

Familiar book, isn’t it? Most people have already read this book, but pay attention to the illustrated edition by Jim Kay – it’s definitely beautiful! A large number of illustrations, each of which is imbued with love for the work and the reader, images of the heroes of the book will immerse you in childhood. My generation grew up with Harry Potter – we read all the books and watched movies. Not even that, we reread again and again and admired Potterian books more and more! The book begins with an acquaintance with the wizarding world through the eyes of Dursley, aunt and uncle of Harry Potter – a boy whose parents were killed. Then the story jumps in time: Harry grows up and receives a letter of admission to the magic school. Dursley are against it, and they do their best to keep Harry with them and unaware of the magical world. But they did not succeed. The boy was followed by Hagrid, who told Potter all about his new life, which would later be full of adventures. And Harry Potter and I travel in a magical world.
«There is one thing that Voldemort cannot understand. This is Love. He did not realize that such a strong love that your mother felt for you leaves its mark. Not a scar, not some visible sign there… Such deep love – even when the one who loved us is gone – always protects. Even your skin is permeated with love».
An interesting fact is that the first book of the saga of Potter, the publisher published a total of 500 copies. Only 500! In a few years, books become so popular that the circulation will increase tens, hundreds, even thousands of times! And if there are those in the world who have not yet read the magical stories of Harry Potter, do not hesitate – immerse yourself in a fantastic world of adventure, where the good wins.
Joan K. Rowling «Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them»

«Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them» is a 2001 book written by Joan Rawling under a pseudonym. The fictional writer Newt Scamander told us about magical creatures that live in the world next to Harry Potter»
This illustrated edition, in my deep conviction, is the most beautiful of those published today. My personal favorite was the section on dragons, which has great illustrations of several different species of these fantastic creatures. You can even see the Ukrainian Ironmonger there!

Yes, the same one on which the Golden Trio escaped from the Gringotts Bank. This book is just a find! It describes a huge number of unusual creatures, which we will later see in the film of the same name and subsequent books about the young magician. It is in this edition on each page you can see all the beauty of unpublished animals. In addition, this book is an amazing find for fans of the series and collectors.
Antoine De Saint-Exupery «The Little Prince»

«The Little Prince» is a wonderful and heartfelt story. This book is full of lessons for children and adults, from which we learn what love means, what friendship is, why parents warn children about something, why people sometimes mean not what they want to say, and many other important things. The book is worth reading and re-reading, each time discovering new philosophical facets in it.
«Millions of years thorns grow on flowers. And for millions of years sheep still eat flowers. Isn’t it a serious thing to understand why they try so hard to release thorns that don’t give them anything? Doesn’t it matter that lambs and flowers are at war with each other? And when I know that there is only one flower in the world and it only grows on my planet, and a little lamb will eat it one fine morning, not even realizing that it has died, it doesn’t matter either!»
All the main characters of the book try to explore the outside world and their conscious thoughts and feelings. A lonely pilot meets the Little Prince in a solitary and isolated desert, so there the hero manages to realize a new, completely fresh view of the world. The Little Prince travels from planet to planet, which means that personal growth involves active exploration. By combining the study of the outside world and their own feelings, both protagonists – the pilot and the Little Prince – come to understand their own nature and their place in the world. Read a deeply philosophical tale that helps our souls grow older and become wiser.
Neil Gaiman «Coralina»

This is a wonderful and scary book at the same time. its heroine Coraline is inquisitive and adventurous, bold and determined, and recklessly not afraid of danger. She never leaves any secret doors locked, and mysteries uninvestigated. The book tells about a rather boring life of Coraline in her new apartment, but you will find out what will happen when the heroine walks through the door. A bit of spoiler: Coraline reflects the fears that almost all children experience. The power of evil and the innocence of the child create a contrast in the vivid pages of history filled with life. Dissatisfied with her role, Coraline opposes both social norms and power, her innate sense of adventure is in a hostile atmosphere.
«- Cats have no names.
– Really? – Coraline wondered.
– True, – the cat confirmed. – You have names, people. This is because you do not know who you are. And we know, and we don’t need names».
This story is tense and sinister, but at the same time funny. Neil Gaiman has created a spooky and fascinating story, beautifully written and filled with bright characters and dynamic scenes.
Beryl Evans «Charlie Chuh-Chuh»

Do you know who the real author of the book is? No? Oh, this is the real King of Horrors Stephen King! This is a children’s book, described in detail in the series «Dark Tower», written by a great master under a pseudonym. Classical children’s story with elements of philosophical perception of the world: perseverance, fidelity, patience and other true universal values.
«No need for silly questions, I’m not playing with you.
I’m just a good steamer and I don’t change at all.
I roam the rails forward under the blue sky,
And the locomotive will not die until it is necessary».
Charlie Chu-Chu is not a horror story, but a sweet book for young children about an old train running on coal and its reliable engineer Bob. Charlie and Bob spent years traveling from St. Louis to Wichita until a new diesel train took Charlie’s place. Is it time to retire? Read on to find out.