Maruška a kouzelné pastelky (May and the Magic Pencils)

May and the Magic Pencils: The Little Artist
By Marie "MAB" Brožová

Unlock the door to the fairy-tale world where courage, creativity, and a box of magic crayons can change the universe!

From Jana Ruthová, the beloved author of Where the Sun Lies, comes a heartwarming new children’s book inspired by the childhood memories of artist Marie "MAB" Brožová.

On Christmas Day, May receives a very special gift: a box of magic pencils and a fairy-tale book. Together with her loyal companion, Cookie the tabby cat, she discovers a hidden doorway leading straight into the world of fairy tales. Soon, little May uncovers an extraordinary secret—everything she draws with her magic pencils instantly comes to life! With Cookie the cat suddenly able to speak and offer wise advice, the duo sets off on an unforgettable adventure to help beloved characters in need, stepping right into the stories of Snow White, Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Sleeping Beauty, The Firebird, and many more.

A Magical Adventure of Creativity and Courage

• The Power of Imagination: A beautiful story with a powerful message—that with courage and creativity, anyone can change the world, and not just in fairy tales.
• Beloved Classics Reimagined: Marie Brožová, often called the "Queen of Colored Pencils," poured her heart into the illustrations, drawing world-famous fairy tales exactly as she imagined them when she was a little girl.
• A Journey Through Familiar Worlds: Children will love seeing May interact with iconic characters like Snow White or the magical Firebird, bringing a fresh, creative twist to timeless legends.
• The Ultimate Bedtime Story: Written in the same gentle, captivating style as Where the Sun Lies, making it the perfect choice for evening reading rituals.
• A Real-Life Miracle: The real Cookie the cat lived a happy life of 20 years. Shortly after the book was published, a small stray tabby kitten—a perfect spitting image of Cookie—wandered into Marie’s life. Marie and her husband lovingly joke that Cookie was reincarnated just to stay by her side!

Step Inside a Living Storybook

Children will love watching May's drawings come alive on the page, while parents will appreciate the deeper values of friendship, problem-solving, and the celebration of artistic expression. It is a timeless book designed to inspire the next generation of little artists.

"With a single stroke of a pencil and a brave heart, there is no world you cannot color with love and joy."
— Jana Ruthová, Author

Premium Book Specifications

• Luxury Hardcover Edition: A beautiful, sturdily bound volume (8.3 x 11.7 inches) designed to showcase every intricate detail of the expansive illustrations.
• Museum-Grade Art Paper: Heavyweight, high-quality paper that ensures the rich colors and intricate details of MAB’s signature colored-pencil technique truly shine.
• Personally Hand-Signed: As part of our publishing house tradition, each copy is personally hand-signed by the artist and author.