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Dad Creates First-Of-Its-Kind Magical Book For His Son
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Dad Creates First-Of-Its-Kind Magical Book For His Son

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Nikola Raykov, an inspired father turned author, created a unique book to teach his son that the choices we all make are ultimately our own responsibility.

“The Big Adventure of the Little Gremlin allows kids to create their own fairytale,” says the writer. “It engages the little ones more than regular books and sparks their imagination.”

Although gamebooks exist since the eighties, Raykov’s GameTale seems to be the first original gamebook for little kids. In only a couple of years, the first two books in the series have become immensely popular in their home country – Bulgaria. They turned into an instant best-seller and won over 10 awards and nominations.

Raykov worries about the ever-thinning relationship between parents and children. “I have a strong bond with my son and I hope those books will inspire parents to read and play with their kids. I promise them stories filled with humor and adventures, but above all – empathy, kindness and understanding.” Now Nikola Raykov is releasing his GameTales worldwide for free, hoping to make a difference in the lives of children and parents alike.

Take a look into the magical world of a father and his little gremlin!

More info: gametale.eu

“The gremlin decided it was the best boat in the world, so he named it Ship. He had heard that good boats are called ships.”

“Making soup, yes?” answered the dwarf. “Put in some pinecones, yes, some stones I put in, yes, and water, and salt’n’pepper, yes, yes, yes.”

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“The old bridge was so old that it wasn’t a bridge anymore.”

“Gremmy tied the rope to his tail and so got a very very long tail.”

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“And he learned that sometimes it is enough to just ask for food and even the prickliest bramble will let you have some.”

“No-one understood Wacky Fox, so everyone thought she must be very clever.”

“Even ordinary mushrooms become magical if your journey to them was magical too.”

“And Gremmy learned that the tummy always wants more than it can eat; and that it’s not always good to listen to it.”

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Into the Enchanted Forest

Journey never ends!

The book offers 94 ways to read it and 20 different endings

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AlexanderTsonkov
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Awesome! Such a cool way to have a quality time with your kid - in the nature with a good book.

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Eclipsa
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes, indeed! (И не само сред природата - това е най-хубавият ритуал преди заспиване, който можете да си представите. Изпробвано ;-) )

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Annie
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aw, this is really sweet ;,-) thank you for showing what good parenting is.

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Susanconaghan
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is an incredible book with so much to offer. Did the author also do the wonderful art work? The author could make a fortune on this

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NikolaRaykov
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you Susan! I collaborated with a lot of different artists, also used my graphic design skills and parts of stock illustrations. I am not really looking out to make a fortune, I only want to be able to support my family. If the book becomes famous and I really DO make a fortune I will invest those money to reach kids with special needs, those living in difficult conditions and children left without parental care. That's why I started my GameTale Foundation actually: http://gametale.eu/foundation.html

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GraceBarclay
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I learnt a lot from my father and I am always grateful that the person he is, is my father. He is 85 years young, and I love him dearly. May you have much success and love with this book. A big hello to your son.

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Arjan
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not sure how the hiking pics fit in, but I love the concept and graphics and even more that he puts something like this out for free download.

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NikolaRaykov
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you for your support! The first book is set in a magical place loosely based on the actual region where the photos are shot. It contains four major areas for exploration - The Enchanted Forest, The Deep River, The Dark Cave and The Big Mountain. :)

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AlexanderTsonkov
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Awesome! Such a cool way to have a quality time with your kid - in the nature with a good book.

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Eclipsa
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes, indeed! (И не само сред природата - това е най-хубавият ритуал преди заспиване, който можете да си представите. Изпробвано ;-) )

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Annie
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aw, this is really sweet ;,-) thank you for showing what good parenting is.

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Susanconaghan
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is an incredible book with so much to offer. Did the author also do the wonderful art work? The author could make a fortune on this

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NikolaRaykov
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you Susan! I collaborated with a lot of different artists, also used my graphic design skills and parts of stock illustrations. I am not really looking out to make a fortune, I only want to be able to support my family. If the book becomes famous and I really DO make a fortune I will invest those money to reach kids with special needs, those living in difficult conditions and children left without parental care. That's why I started my GameTale Foundation actually: http://gametale.eu/foundation.html

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GraceBarclay
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I learnt a lot from my father and I am always grateful that the person he is, is my father. He is 85 years young, and I love him dearly. May you have much success and love with this book. A big hello to your son.

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Arjan
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not sure how the hiking pics fit in, but I love the concept and graphics and even more that he puts something like this out for free download.

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NikolaRaykov
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you for your support! The first book is set in a magical place loosely based on the actual region where the photos are shot. It contains four major areas for exploration - The Enchanted Forest, The Deep River, The Dark Cave and The Big Mountain. :)

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