Bastiano Nullaniente - The Gnome Who Saved the Bees

A young gnome who dreams too much and reads too often — until the forest needs exactly him. Bastiano Nullaniente is an illustrated adventure about being different, finding courage, and the surprising power of curiosity.

In the Blue-Green Forest, the gnome village is in crisis: the bees have vanished. No one knows what to do — except Bastiano, the daydreamer everyone laughs at. He leads the expedition to the great hive, wakes the haughty Queen Bee, and saves the entire ecosystem. Because without bees, the forest would stop growing.

A story that works on every level: adventure and suspense for children, a meaningful message about the vital role of bees on our planet, and a tale of self-discovery that shows just how powerful it is to be yourself. Watercolour illustrations bring a world of magic and reality to life — captivating for readers young and old.

• Adventure packed with obstacles and wonderfully original characters
• An "outsider" hero who wins through reading and curiosity
• Educational message: the essential role of bees in the ecosystem
• Original watercolour illustrations