Gwendolyn and the Light

Written by Susan Yoon · Illustrated by Audrey Helen Weber

A lonely soul seeks a mysterious light, finding unexpected companionship.

3.6 Goodreads · 32 ratings

40 pages· ~520L

$18.99Save 5%

In stock. Also at Amazon or Bookshop.

Bookroo's summary

In a world of shadows, Gwendolyn yearns for a friend. When a mysterious light flickers in her forest, she embarks on a quest across the sea. Joined by a curious bird, Gwendolyn wonders if this light is the friend she's been searching for. Will she find the warmth and connection she craves, or will the journey reveal something unexpected? This enchanting tale of friendship and discovery invites readers to explore the magic of companionship in the most surprising places.

From the publisher

Part fable, part fairy tale, all friendship story, Gwendolyn and the Light models for picture-book readers how to take care of each other, even when they might not fully understand one another All alone in her nocturnal world, Gwendolyn longs for a friend. “What’s it like?” she asks the moon and the trees, and they describe a friendship as bright as all the stars, and as warm as a summer breeze. So when a warm bright light appears–and disappears–in Gwendolyn’s forest one evening, she wonders if this is the friend she’s been looking for. Gwendolyn goes in search of the light across the sea, but out there she meets a little bird who seems determined to join her on her journey. What does the bird want? And will Gwendolyn find the light? Lyrically told and lushly illustrated, this picture book explores the hope and excitement of finding a new friend, sometimes in the places you least expect.

At a glance