The Silent Selkie

The Silent Selkie
Author: Juliette Ttofa
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 38
Release: 2022-05-04
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1000534219

The Silent Selkie describes a character who is unable to communicate in words and whose only way of communicating is through the weather, which leads to disastrous consequences not only for the Selkie, but also for everyone around her. But behind her golden scales, the Selkie hides a secret wound that even she is unaware of, and it is only when the Selkie’s skin becomes uncovered by the force of the sea that she remembers the terrible story of what caused her hurt, long ago. Only then can the Selkie come to terms with her wound and begin a journey of healing that will bring her face-to-face with what she has needed all along. Beautifully illustrated and sensitively written, The Silent Selkie deals with the effects of trauma on a young person – including hypersensitivity and emotional reactivity. The story uses the metaphor of trauma as a ‘hidden wound’, which in reality is an emotional or psychological pain that needs both acknowledgement and expression, within the context of a safe, supportive environment, in which to begin to heal. This colourful storybook: Helps adults provide a safe environment for children to use non-verbal expression to communicate experiences that may be difficult to talk about. Uses creative metaphors and symbols to offer children a supportive way to communicate, whilst maintaining a safe distance from the source of their emotional pain. Inspires and empowers children to begin their journey of healing. The Silent Selkie encourages young people who may have adverse childhood experiences or trauma to develop greater understanding of how this can affect them and is ideal reading for those working with vulnerable children and young people seeking to use the expressive arts to develop greater emotional literacy in children with a background of trauma. For effective use, this book should be purchased alongside the guidebook. Both books can be purchased together as a set, Supporting Children and Young People Who Have Experienced Trauma, 978-0-367-63944-0

The Selkie Girl

The Selkie Girl
Author: Janis Mackay
Publisher: Kelpies
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014
Genre: JUVENILE FICTION
ISBN: 9781782501305

A classic Scottish folktale, retold with hauntingly beautiful illustrations.

The Selkie

The Selkie
Author: David Bischoff
Publisher: Crossroad Press
Total Pages: 533
Release: 2017-02-17
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Mary Willis comes from America to Scotland to join her husband who is working on an engineering project in a rugged coastal village. It is here that she meets Jamie McPherson and is swept up in a love beyond imagination. Mary is sure she has know him through the depths of time, feels he is intoxicating her senses commanding her will, consuming her body and soul. And she is always ready for him, this stranger cloaked in a beauty that is more than human, until, little by little, she uncovers the nature of his dark and terrible secret.

The Ingenious Mechanical Devices 4-6: Dead Magic, Selkie Cove, and The Wolf Witch

The Ingenious Mechanical Devices 4-6: Dead Magic, Selkie Cove, and The Wolf Witch
Author: Kara Jorgensen
Publisher: Fox Collie Publishing
Total Pages: 636
Release: 2021-12-28
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Includes: Dead Magic, Selkie Cove, and The Wolf Witch Dead Magic: Immanuel wants nothing more than a peaceful life as a scientist, but his happiness is short-lived when his past demons refuse to go quietly. As body-snatching spirits attack and creatures rise from the dead, he fears his sanity is slipping. Disillusioned with her life, Emmeline turns to a handsome suitor who offers her a world of magic. Something wicked is heading for London that threatens to destroy everything Emmeline and Immanuel hold dear. And it wants more than secrets. Selkie Cove: Immanuel never liked being the museum’s resident seal expert, until a strange specimen arrived: part human, part seal, and a murder victim. He knows the only people who will believe him are the supernatural agents of Her Majesty’s Interceptors. Upon arriving at Seolh-wiga Island, Adam and Immanuel quickly discover that what the island lacks in size, it makes up for in mysteries. At the heart of it all is a series of disappearances, murders, and devices connected to the island’s sordid history. The Wolf Witch: Since returning to England from abroad, Emmeline Jardine has managed to get a place of her own, maintain a tenuous truce with her guardians, and celebrate her new found freedom by attending as many parties as she can manage. When she receives a mysterious invitation to a country estate deep in the woods, Emmeline soon finds she is thrust into a world of werewolves, monsters, and secrets from her family’s past that threaten to bring the empire to its knees.

Sealskin

Sealskin
Author: Su Bristow
Publisher: Europa Editions
Total Pages: 213
Release: 2019-02-05
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1609454995

“The Scottish myth of the selkie—a seal that can transform into human form—inspires a tale of life on the margins, forgiveness and redemption” (The Guardian). Donald, a young fisherman, is overwhelmed when he comes across a group of exotic women dancing on the shore beneath the moonlight. They are selkies—seals that shed their skin once a year and become human for a few hours. Overcome by their beauty and magic, Donald kidnaps one—a choice that will determine his future. Now, back home in his close-knit Scottish village, he must take responsibility for what he has done. Donald has been bullied and isolated all his life, but thanks to his mother and his stolen selkie wife, he finds the courage to question, then change the culture of the town that has been mired in the past for generations. Yet despite their mutual happiness, he can never truly forgive himself for the thoughtless act that brought his wife to him. This enchanting story works its way to a surprising yet satisfying ending. Based on a beloved Scottish legend, Sealskin is a timeless tale of the responsibilities of love—and the inner strength required to atone for terrible wrongs. “A haunting tale of family and consequences . . . The writing is sorrowful and lovely, with a well-earned, satisfying conclusion.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) “A powerful tale of love, learning and forgiveness, Sealskin is a bold and moving read that I was sad to put down.” —The Bookbag “Well-written and atmospheric . . . Bristow paints a vivid setting and knows how to tug on the heartstrings.” —Fantasy Literature

Selkie Girl

Selkie Girl
Author: Laurie Brooks
Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 274
Release: 2010-11-09
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 037584385X

When sixteen-year-old Elin Jean finds a seal pelt hidden at home and realizes that her mother is actually a selkie, she returns the pelt to her mother, only to find her life taking many unexpected turns.

Using the Expressive Arts with Children and Young People Who Have Experienced Trauma

Using the Expressive Arts with Children and Young People Who Have Experienced Trauma
Author: Juliette Ttofa
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 121
Release: 2022-04-24
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1000534243

This guide has been written to accompany the book The Silent Selkie, a children’s story about trauma and offers gentle, creative ways for adults to work with children and young people who have faced adverse childhood experiences. This guidebook: explores the themes of the story and offers guidance to the adult as they use expressive arts to give the child or young person a way to process their emotional experiences. supports trusted adults around the child or young person to understand trauma, its impact and how to respond appropriately and sensitively to the child. provides techniques, exercises, and activities to encourage healthy creative expression and to help the child or young person to understand trauma, its impact and what can help. Using this guide may be a first step on a young person’s journey towards healing, making this an ideal tool for adults working with children who have experienced trauma, such as SENDCos, teachers, teaching assistants and family support workers. For effective use, this book should be purchased alongside the storybook. Both books can be purchased together as a set, Supporting Children and Young People Who Have Experienced Trauma, 978-0-367-63944-0

Selkie

Selkie
Author: Gillian McClure
Publisher:
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2010-03-01
Genre: Selkies
ISBN: 9780956510808

Peter has heard of the legend of the Selkie seals who can turn into humans, but he can't believe it when he rescues a real, live Selkie from the oysterman's nets. The two become friends, and Selkie teaches Peter the language of the sea. But someone else has his eye on the Selkie, and danger threatens Peter and his new friend.

The Selkie's Daughter

The Selkie's Daughter
Author: Linda Crotta Brennan
Publisher: Holiday House
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2024-01-02
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0823457672

A richly imagined fantasy set in Nova Scotia where a young girl—part selkie, part human—must save her family. I am human upon dry land. I swim as selkie on the sea. Brigit knows all the old songs and legends by heart: of Neve, the daughter of the sea god; of the warrior Finn MacCool; and of people who are not quite human. But Brigit knows the truth. It’s evident in the webbing between her fingers–webbing that must be cut. She’s the daughter of a selkie. A truth she must keep secret from everyone. But someone in her village is killing young seals. Angering the king of the selkie clan, who vows revenge. A curse that will bring storm, sickness, and death. To protect those she loves, Brigit must find a way to Sule Skerrie, the land of selkies, to confront the Great Selkie and protect the young seals from harm. Like sitting by a warm fireplace, The Selkie’s Daughter is an imaginative fantasy, steeped in Celtic mythology and rich with detail. Perfect for fans of mermaids and Studio Ghibli-esque stories. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

The Selkie Prince's Forbidden Mate

The Selkie Prince's Forbidden Mate
Author: J.J. Masters
Publisher: Double-J Romance, Inc.
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2023-10-14
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Secrets, lies and a forbidden bond that could change the fate of a kingdom. Marlin, Selkie prince and fourth alpha-born son of the King of the North, desires someone he shouldn’t. While taking a human lover is not quite forbidden, the one who caught his eye happens to be his brother’s scorned former lover. Nevertheless, every time Marlin’s around the man, he finds Nic hard to resist, even though his attitude can be frustrating. However, Marlin likes a challenge, and Nic’s a challenge he’s willing to tackle. Nic has been bitter ever since the firstborn prince, Kai, broke off their affair abruptly years ago. To become involved with Kai’s younger brother could be just as heartbreaking because Marlin, like Kai, is obligated to find his fated mate and produce heirs. Something Nic can’t do. However, neither can fight their mutual attraction. When a traitor escapes, Marlin’s skin is stolen, and danger ensues, it’s Nic who becomes the prince’s hero. And it’s at that very moment that Marlin can’t deny their fate, whether it’s forbidden or not. Note: A 60k-plus word m/m shifter mpreg story, this is the fourth book in the Royal Alpha series. Due to the “knotty” times in this book, it is recommended for mature readers only. While it can be read as a standalone, it’s recommended to read the series in order. And, like all of my books, it has an HEA.