"I've always been a storyteller. Pomenia's stories and storybooks are a way for me to express emotions, convey wisdom, conjure up magic and create connections between people. "
I’m Petronella Grahn – a fairy tale artist, storyteller, author, illustrator and mother of six children. Pomenia was born from the bedtime stories I told my six children – moments when magic conjured itself up and dreams were more than dreams.
Since 1997 , I have tried to bring magic and fairy tales to everyday life. In my world, however, art is not just a visual experience, technology and trends, but a journey where silliness and joy dance hand in hand – and where the wavy fairy tales and secret hearts of childhood flutter away. In 2015, I wrote and illustrated my first storybook, Keijun Taikadust. And as it should be, that was the beginning of a journey that is endless.
You won’t be surprised when I tell you that I love real fairy tales – and yes, the more I get older. The importance of storybooks and the created fantasy world is huge for me. After all, they are not just words on paper or pictures on the pages of books, but a gateway to a world of impossible imagination and great adventure – a world that is open to all of us, regardless of age, gender or nationality.
I believe that fairy tales can change the world – one story, one child, one beating heart and one moment at a time. Pomenia’s stories are like a mirror that shows something of the past that has already been forgotten,
something of the present – and a lot of what could still be. With the power of imagination and fairy tales, we travel to a time and place where dreams come true and every moment is full of surprises, magic and hope.
Pomen is not scolded, explained for the joy of explaining, presents anything ready-made or grabbed from elsewhere, but lets the adventurer imagine his own, use his imagination, creativity and ability to THINK for himself.
The books I have written and illustrated are about courage, friendship and the belief that anything is possible – if you only dare to dream.
They invite both children and adults to stop, look at the world through fairytale eyes and remember that magic still exists – right nearby.
"With creativity, play and imagination, you can do anything!"
Published Books and pedagogical products:
🔹 “Fairy’s Magic Dust” (Tinttu.com, 2015)
🔹 “Pomenia – The Great Adventure of the Magic World” (Kumma Publishing, 2020)
🔹 “The Magic World in Danger” (Kumma Publishing, 2020)
🔹 “The Hidden Secret of the Magic World” (Kumma Publishing, 2021)
🔹 “The Secret of Magic Dust” (Kumma Publishing, 2020)
🔹 “Scarytale – The Hero of All Dragons” (Kumma Publishing, 2021)
🔹 “Sinopia Surly – The Greatest Adventure Day of all” (Kumma Publishing, 2023)
🔹 Pomenia Fairy Tale Adventure Board Game (2018)
🔹 Öttiäisten Satujooga (2018)
🔹 Fairytale Adventure Cards (2018)
🔹 Emotional Skill Board Game (2020)
🔹 Emotional Skills Cards (2020)
🔹 Trolls’ Fairy Tale Yoga Cards (2020)
🔹 Courage Skill Cards (2021)
🔹 Fairytale Adventure Action Cards (2022)
🔹 Pomenia Emotional Memory Game (2023)
🔹 Magic Dust Playing Cards (2023)
Trilogy
1. The Great Adventure of the Magical World
Here it is: a book of books, an adventure of adventures!
The first part of the trilogy, where the reader enters the magical world of Pomenia — a world where anything is possible!
One spring, all the beauty of the magical world grows so magnificent that The Wicked Warlock Spite McGnarly becomes irritated, threatens to prevent the collection of magic dust and brings about eternal winter. Pomenia is in danger, because what would there be in a magical world without magic!
Panic creeps into the minds of the inhabitants of Pomenia, until one or two unexpectedly, a boy named Theo arrives from the human world to help. In Pomenia, Theo transforms into a troll Teagan The Tangly, a small but brave and persistent adventurer. This is exactly what Pomenia needs! Together with the dragon Scarytale and the other Pomenians, Teagan begins to plan how to save the magical world from the dark forces of the Coil.
The book is a gateway to the magical world of Pomenia, where anything is possible. Uniquely imaginative and colourful illustrations and a thrillingly exciting story invite the reader to embark on an adventure where the fate of the entire magical world of Pomenia is at stake.
The uniquely imaginative and colourful illustrations and the thrilling story invite the reader to join us on an adventure where the fate of the whole of Pomenia is at stake.
Recommended age 6+
2. The magical world in danger
The second terribly exciting part of the trilogy!
Hovering over the magical world of Pomenia is the ominous menace of The Wicked Warlock Spite McGnarly , which grows by the day. Warlock thinks that unnecessary merriment must be brought to an end so that darkness, discipline and order can take its place! We’ve almost gotten used to the villainous plans until the people of Pomenia are faced with a completely new problem. One by one, fairies collecting magic dust begin to disappear like ashes in the wind.
However, discouragement is not an option, so the Pomenians decide to do everything in their power to ensure that the wacky magical world continues to have its magic. This time, it takes two inventive troll cubs, a lot of team spirit, silliness and witch advice. But is the power of the Coil stronger than anything else in the end?
The Magic World in Danger is the second installment in a unique trilogy that continues the story of the magical world of Pomenia. Imaginative and colourful illustrations and a thrillingly exciting story invite the reader to join us on an adventure where the fate of Pomenia is at stake.
Recommended age 7+
3. The Hidden Secret of the Magical World
Oh no! What will happen to us?
The Wicked Warlock Spite McGnarly has finally taken over the magical world of Pomenia. All the bubbling joy, laughter and magic are gone. The fairies have disappeared, and so has the troll girl Tiitu. The magical world fades and withers.
Is this the end of Pomenia?
The inhabitants of the magical world agree that a solution can be found. With the flames of a dragon, a surprising sidekick and a fearless mind, they try to figure out how the magical world can regain its glory. Giving up is out of the question, even though it is revealed that Pomenia is threatened by an insidious adversary. An opponent who overshadows even Käämä’s clumsy tricks.
The Hidden Secret of the Magical World is the captivating finale of the Pomenia trilogy, revealing the secrets of the magical world that lurk beneath the surface. Imaginative and colourful illustrations and a thrillingly exciting story invite the reader to join us on an unprecedented adventure.
Recommended age 7+
Fairy tale picture books
The secret of magic dust
Do you know why fairies collect magic dust in the magical world of Pomenia? Little Fox doesn’t know either, but he burns with the desire to find out.
Pixley and Pinkey decide to help their friend solve the mystery. They go on an expedition and hear all the wonderful things that Pomenia’s magic dust can do. The book takes the reader into the middle of the magical world of Pomenia and tells the story of the mighty power of magic dust.
Illustrated in a unique style, the book opens the door to the world of fairy tales, where people know how to appreciate even the smallest things. With a pinch of magic dust, you can do anything too!
Recommended age 3+
Scarytale - The Hero of All Dragons
The magical world of Pomenia is filled with a wide variety of magical creatures. It is also home to Scarytale — a gentle dragon who knows and dares much more than he himself knows!
One day, Scarytele’s friend The Bug decides to organize a friend party for Scarytale with the help of other Pomenians. At this circus party, everyone can perform: Merlo Dreamweaver, fairies, Scarytale and oh, so lovely Lady Lily the Dragon Maiden.
At the party, Sisu’s courage is put to the test when it is revealed that Koppis has prepared a big surprise for her. What could it be? Scarytale as a hero is about courage and how to overcome oneself, even if something scares you. At the same time, it is a story about the warm-hearted friendship between two very different creatures, Scarytale and The Bug. The magical story and fairytale-like illustrations take the reader of the book with them to the magical world of Pomenia. A world where everything is possible.
Recommended age 3+
Sinopia Surly - The Greatest Adventure Day of all
A clever and brash fairy saves the day! Wuuhuu!
The magical world of Pomenia can accommodate all kinds of magical creatures. So are about seven fairies, of which the headstrong Sinopia is not an ordinary fairy. Sinopia Surly likes to do things in his own way. Does a fairy have to be nice? Well, Surly doesn’t think much about that. She would rather go on an adventure than spend her usual fairy days.
One morning, Sinopia Surly doesn’t join her sisters to collect magic dust, but decides to go her own way — and ends up in the middle of the boisterous races of bugs. But something even wilder is in store when Surly meets the notorious Houndrel, who has secretly managed to scare the other fairy sisters. However, the resourceful fairy has a way to get out of a tricky situation!
Sinopia Surly ei ryttyilla is a book about daring to be one’s own. It is a book about curiosity, cunning, and how an adventurous spirit can lead to the most incredible experiences. The book makes you wonder if a fairy can be wild and wild. Why not? You can look for it yourself in your own adventure if you want.
The magical story and fairytale-like illustrations take you to the magical world of Pomenia. A world where everything is possible.
Petronella Grahn (b. 1970), the creator of the magical world of Pomenia, is a fairy tale artist, storyteller and mother of six children.
Recommended age 3+
Magical listening just for you!
Pomenia’s book trilogy is also available as audiobooks from various service providers around Finland. The reader is the virtuoso Kalle Chydenius.
