Wolf

Saša Stanišić's first children's novel encourages embracing differences. Awarded the German Youth Literature Prize 2024, "Kemi" becomes part of a diverse group of young people and counselors at a summer camp. He meets Jörg, who is somehow different, and Kemi is very interested in him. He closely observes what the others do with Jörg and how tensions in the group slowly escalate. In his dreams, Kemi encounters a wolf, representing his own fears. He learns to live with the wolf and to be brave. "Wolf" is a masterfully observed children's novel about the fine line between being different and exclusion. It addresses bullying among youth and is a book about friendship, empathy, and character development. Brilliantly told by the award-winning bestselling author Saša Stanišić. Recently recognized by the Stiftung Buchkunst as the 'Most Beautiful Book 2024' in the children's book category. SPIEGEL Bestseller June 2024. Awarded 'Audiobook of the Month' August 2023 by the German Academy for Children's and Youth Literature. Shortlisted for the 'Der Vielfalter - for Diversity in Children's and Youth Literature 2023' award. Recognized with the 'Leselotse' in June 2023 and included in 'The Best 7 Children's and Youth Books' in June 2023 by Deutschlandfunk.