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Ollie Kayuro is a philologist, educator, and storyteller who believes that words have the power to open hearts and spark imagination.

After spending 25 years working in radio and television, she now brings her love of storytelling into the world of children’s books.

Her gentle approach to learning has earned her an international award in France, but her greatest joy is seeing children smile as they read, wonder, and learn.

Step into the realm of Alphabetaria, where each letter holds a secret and every word leads to discovery.

Watch storytime videos and behind-the-scenes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@olliekayuro
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Ollie Kayuro This summer, I focused on craft books about writing fairy tales. In particular, I read Vladimir Propp's "Morphology of the Folktale" and "The Historic…moreThis summer, I focused on craft books about writing fairy tales. In particular, I read Vladimir Propp's "Morphology of the Folktale" and "The Historical Roots of the Fairy Tale" (often published together). They’re foundational studies of plot functions and motifs, and they gave me practical tools for structuring my own wonder tale.(less)
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5 days. 1 click. A world of stories.

For the next 5 days (January 7-11), you can download a fairy-tale book for kids FREE on Kindle.

A perfect bedtime story for little readers who love magic and are starting to learn English.

“Fairytale Clues” is a storybook full of:
• gentle magic, tiny clues, and hidden details to spot together
• warm, cozy moments for evening reading with your child
• simple English Grammar that helps kids feel more c Read more of this blog post »
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"Fairytale Clues transports readers to Alphabeteria, a magical land where words and wizards come together. This book has the unique aspect having letters as characters. I think this is such an interesting concept, and this will help children learn mor" Read more of this review »
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‘Fairytale Clues’ is a delightful addition to children's literature, expertly combining fantasy with educational content. The setting in Alphabetaria captivates young readers, while the inventive use of character" Read more of this review »
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Steve Goldsmith's book is written in a deliberate and poetic style. Its rhythm, repetition, and restraint allow the atmosphere to carry as much weight as the plot. Here, fear is deeply rooted in the land, the past, and human misunderstanding. Chapter ...more
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A Practical, Inspiring Guide Every Writer Will Return To

This outstanding guide to the craft of writing is clear, thoughtful, and encouraging. It reads like a condensed masterclass on storytelling, covering everything from the fundamentals of writing
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"In Write: The Essential Mini Guide to Books and Storytelling by Christoffer Vuolo Junros, I have found my bible. It covers every aspect of novel writing from the initial idea to publication. In the initial writing phase, it makes practical suggestion" Read more of this review »
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A Practical, Inspiring Guide Every Writer Will Return To

This outstanding guide to the craft of writing is clear, thoughtful, and encouraging. It reads like a condensed masterclass on storytelling, covering everything from the fundamentals of writing
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"Ollie Kayuro’s Fairytale Clues is an educational fiction book that presents English grammar to children aged 5–10 through a fairytale-like narrative; in the stories set in the imaginary land of Alphabetaria, vowels and consonants turn into characters" Read more of this review »
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“Letters change words.
Words change lives.”
Ollie Kayuro, Fairytale Clues: Magic-filled Stories That Slip English Grammar into the Heart

“Be grateful, as the friendship of vowels and consonants gives birth to syllables and new words. That is the extent of your great power.”
— Judge Wisdomar, from Fairytale Clues”
Ollie Kayuro, Fairytale Clues: Magic-filled Stories That Slip English Grammar into the Heart

“Letters change words.
Words change lives.”
Ollie Kayuro, Fairytale Clues: Magic-filled Stories That Slip English Grammar into the Heart

“Be grateful, as the friendship of vowels and consonants gives birth to syllables and new words. That is the extent of your great power.”
— Judge Wisdomar, from Fairytale Clues”
Ollie Kayuro, Fairytale Clues: Magic-filled Stories That Slip English Grammar into the Heart

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