The Tales of Anis and the Night Ogre

About this book

On a moonlit night, Anis dares to cross the white bridge and discovers that the village stories about the Night Ogre are not quite what adults made them seem. Instead of a terrifying monster, he meets a mysterious old woman who tells unusual tales: of the rejected Qalbouz, a rebellious sheet of paper, and other secrets hidden in the village lanes. Each story changes the way Anis sees fear, difference, and the world around him. The adventure gradually reveals that the most powerful ogres may be inventions living inside our own minds. Written for younger readers, the book balances suspense, humour, and reassurance, inviting children to face the unknown with curiosity. Anis's journey begins as a test of courage and ends by showing how understanding can make fear disappear.