The Duskspinner

Mila Teräs

Original title: Hämärinkäinen

Author: Mila Teräs

Illustrator: Karoliina Pertamo

Published: 2015

Publisher: Karisto

Genre: Picture Books (0-3 Years)

Pages: 32

Reading material:

English sample

The Duskspinner is about a tiny creature who weaves darkness. It’s an important job: after twilight falls the nocturnal creatures can start their shifts. But there’s someone who hates the Duskspinner: florist Keikander’s flowers need more light! Keikander decides to break the Duskspinner’s loom, but he doesn’t understand the consequences of his actions…

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FINLAND: Karisto (orig.)

About author

Mila Teräs

Mila Teräs has been awarded the prestigious Kaarina Helakisa Prize for her works for children's and YA literature, and her works have been nominated for e.g. the Finlandia and Topelius Prizes. She writes for children, young adults and adults, and often incorporates fantasy and historical elements into her realistic work.

Bibliography


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The Duskspinner