WELCOME, MY SWEET FRIEND

There’s Always a Story
Waiting in the Hollow

Just beyond the busiest streets, high above the tallest trees, lies a little place where everyday life holds a touch of magic.Welcome to The Wishing Hollow — a cozy world of stories, friendship and gentle life lessons, created especially for little hearts and growing minds.Here you’ll meet Bella, Grandma Mae, Benny Bear, Milo & Poppy and all the friends who call the Hollow home.Some days they’ll make mistakes. Some days they’ll feel worried, impatient or afraid. And some days they’ll discover they’re a little braver than they thought.Because in The Wishing Hollow, no one has to have everything figured out.Sometimes you simply take the first step…and let courage catch up with you.

MEET THE HOLLOW

The Friends who Call it Home

Every path in The Wishing Hollow leads to someone special. Meet the friends whose little adventures bring lessons in kindness, courage, patience, honesty and growing up.

MEET BELLA

THE BRAVE LITTLE DANCER

Bella is a bright little blue jay with a big heart and an even bigger imagination. She loves ballet, wildflowers, story time, and starry nights.But even brave little birds get scared sometimes.Bella is learning that courage doesn’t mean you’re never afraid. Sometimes you simply take the first step… and let courage catch up with you.

MEET BENNY

THE SWEET LITTLE BEAR

Benny is a friendly little bear with a sweet heart and a helpful spirit. He loves baking cookies, spending time with his friends, and lending a paw whenever someone needs him.But Benny has one little problem…waiting is very hard for him.And although Benny loves to sing, when it’s time to sing in front of everyone, even this friendly little bear can suddenly feel very shy.Benny is learning that some things are worth waiting for—and sometimes courage begins with simply finding your voice.

MEET MILO & POPPI

THE PLAYFUL LITTLE SIBLINGS

Milo and Poppi are a playful brother-and-sister pair who love having fun, using their imaginations, and spending time with their friends.Sometimes they’re having so much fun that they forget there are important things to do first.Together, they’re learning that there’s always time for fun—after they take care of their responsibilities.And whenever Milo gets caught choosing fun first, you just might hear him say…“Aw… carrots!” 🥕

MEET SALLY

THE EASILY DISTRACTED SQUIRREL

Sally is a sweet little squirrel with a curious mind and a love for all the little things that catch her eye. She means well and tries to make good choices—but sometimes what she wants gets in the way of what she needs.Give Sally a few coins for crayons, and a delicious cookie might suddenly seem much more important.But Sally is learning that taking care of what you need first leaves plenty of room for the things you want later.

MEET THE GROWN-UPS

THE HEART OF THE HOLLOW

Grandma Mae, Oliver, and Uncle Gus are some of the trusted grown-ups who help make The Wishing Hollow feel like home. With a little wisdom, a helping hand, and plenty of love, they’re always nearby when someone needs encouragement, good advice, or simply a place to belong.

COME VISIT AWHILE

WELCOME HOME

There’s always room for one more friend in The Wishing Hollow. Come for the stories, stay for the little moments, and return whenever you need a little comfort, courage, or magic.

✦ Whenever the lantern glows…
a story is waiting to be told. ✦

THE LANTERN LIST

WHEN THE LANTERN GLOWS…

Be the first to know when a new story is waiting in The Wishing Hollow. Join us for new stories, little surprises, and a bit of magic along the way.

✦ FOLLOW THE STORIES✦