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The Magic Faraway Tree: The Story of the Film
Discover the magic! This incredible story is based on the movie written by Simon Farnaby (a writer of Paddington 2 and Wonka) and inspired by Enid Blyton's The Magic Faraway Tree.
When Fran's mum loses her big city job, her parents move the whole family to a ramshackle barn on the edge of a wood. It's bad enough that they've had to downsize, but now their phones have no signal and they actually have to interact with nature!
But then they stumble across the Faraway Tree, meet all those who live there, including Silky the fairy, Moonface and Saucepan Man, and discover magical worlds. Are you ready to visit the Land of Goodies and the Land of Birthdays with them?
The movie features an exceptional cast including Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy as the parents, Nicola Coughlan as beloved woodland fairy Silky, Nonso Anozie as Moonface, Jessica Gunning as Dame Washalot, Dustin Demri-Burns as Saucepan Man, Mark Heap as Mr. Oom Boom Boom, Oliver Chris as Mr. Watzisname, Rebecca Ferguson as Dame Snap, Jennifer Saunders as the kids' ruthless Grandma, and Sirs Lenny Henry, Michael Palin and Simon Russell Beale as a trio of mystical wise men from the Land of Know-Alls.
When Fran's mum loses her big city job, her parents move the whole family to a ramshackle barn on the edge of a wood. It's bad enough that they've had to downsize, but now their phones have no signal and they actually have to interact with nature!
But then they stumble across the Faraway Tree, meet all those who live there, including Silky the fairy, Moonface and Saucepan Man, and discover magical worlds. Are you ready to visit the Land of Goodies and the Land of Birthdays with them?
The movie features an exceptional cast including Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy as the parents, Nicola Coughlan as beloved woodland fairy Silky, Nonso Anozie as Moonface, Jessica Gunning as Dame Washalot, Dustin Demri-Burns as Saucepan Man, Mark Heap as Mr. Oom Boom Boom, Oliver Chris as Mr. Watzisname, Rebecca Ferguson as Dame Snap, Jennifer Saunders as the kids' ruthless Grandma, and Sirs Lenny Henry, Michael Palin and Simon Russell Beale as a trio of mystical wise men from the Land of Know-Alls.
- GenresFantasy
211 pages, Paperback
Published March 12, 2026
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August 3, 2026This was a cute fun read!
May 9, 2026
The Magic Faraway Tree: The Story Of The Film inspired by Enid Blyton is a perfectly delightful tale that will enchant anyone aged eight years and over. Whatever your age, if you grew up reading the original tales, this book will transport you back down the years.
The Magic Faraway Tree has been brought bang up to date to the twenty first century as the family escape London for a rural retreat.
At first the children dislike the lack of wi-fi and the quiet – but then they discover the faraway tree and the adventures begin.
The seasoned reader meets up with the familiar faces of Moonface, Silky, Dame Washalot etc, as we reminisce about the enchanted lands and the slippery slip.
All the characters are charming and treat the reader to a nostalgic trip down memory lane.
There are lessons to be learnt along the way: “If we all pull together in the same direction, we can achieve anything.”
The Magic Faraway Tree is not a book that you want to miss. I want to see the movie too!
The Magic Faraway Tree has been brought bang up to date to the twenty first century as the family escape London for a rural retreat.
At first the children dislike the lack of wi-fi and the quiet – but then they discover the faraway tree and the adventures begin.
The seasoned reader meets up with the familiar faces of Moonface, Silky, Dame Washalot etc, as we reminisce about the enchanted lands and the slippery slip.
All the characters are charming and treat the reader to a nostalgic trip down memory lane.
There are lessons to be learnt along the way: “If we all pull together in the same direction, we can achieve anything.”
The Magic Faraway Tree is not a book that you want to miss. I want to see the movie too!
June 1, 2026
Pure nostalgic chaos in the best possible way.
The Magic Faraway Tree (inspired by Enid Blyton and based on the screenplay/movie adaptation) was incredibly fast paced, whimsical, and just plain FUN. Every chapter felt like tumbling headfirst into another strange and magical adventure, and honestly it captured that childhood feeling of wonder so well.
This is absolutely a must read for lovers of magical middle grade stories and anyone who grew up with Blyton’s worlds. It feels modern while still holding onto that classic enchantment.
Now I desperately need to watch the film because if it carries even half the energy of this book, it’s going to be such a good time.
The Magic Faraway Tree (inspired by Enid Blyton and based on the screenplay/movie adaptation) was incredibly fast paced, whimsical, and just plain FUN. Every chapter felt like tumbling headfirst into another strange and magical adventure, and honestly it captured that childhood feeling of wonder so well.
This is absolutely a must read for lovers of magical middle grade stories and anyone who grew up with Blyton’s worlds. It feels modern while still holding onto that classic enchantment.
Now I desperately need to watch the film because if it carries even half the energy of this book, it’s going to be such a good time.
June 26, 2026
“I believe in magic. I believe in magic. I believe in magic.”
Enjoyable tale of make believe that my two sons loved over bedtime stories this past few weeks. Clever modernised adaptation of Enid Blyton’s underrated originals based on a modern day family seeking to rediscover their imaginations and their love for one another.
Enjoyable tale of make believe that my two sons loved over bedtime stories this past few weeks. Clever modernised adaptation of Enid Blyton’s underrated originals based on a modern day family seeking to rediscover their imaginations and their love for one another.
April 17, 2026
I loved it!!! I've always believed in Magic!
I will be going to see the film soon so reading the book of the film was fun!!! :)
Definitely 10 out of 10!
My Favourites are definitely Moonface and Joe!
I will be going to see the film soon so reading the book of the film was fun!!! :)
Definitely 10 out of 10!
My Favourites are definitely Moonface and Joe!
March 28, 2026
good book! cant wait for the movie
May 1, 2026
awesome book can't wait to see the film
May 9, 2026
Five stars simply because this is the first big girl book I read to my baby 🥹
June 28, 2026
Having seen the film, I mistakenly thought that it was a book, about the making of this excellent film. But what the hell, read it anyway!
July 17, 2026
Loved this book really enjoyed it and was like the film read it in a day
July 22, 2026
A lovely companion to the movie. Lots of adventure, love and comedy throughout. They’ve really taken a classic and brought it into the modern times, in the most wonderful way. A quick, yet fun read!
June 12, 2026
Such a beautiful book
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