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DIVE INTO WONDER
Widemouth Books is home to immersive oceanic adventures, curious creatures, and unforgettable characters.
From the deep-sea world of Archie Widemouth to playful picture books for younger readers. Created by marine scientist turned fantasy writer Antony Bruce, our stories spark curiosity, celebrate courage, and connect young hearts to the magic beneath the waves.
ARCHIE WIDEMOUTH
THE WHISPERS OF A KING
Some secrets are too deep to stay buried...
Archie Widemouth is just a Widemouth, or so he has always believed.
Bullied by the kids of the reef, misunderstood by his family, and haunted by a pull towards the waters beyond Benthia, Archie has never shaken the feeling that he was meant for something, more.
In a kingdom ruled by a ruthless King of the Deep, unravelled by a scheming Sea Witch, where ancient sea monsters stir in the dark, a single twist tears his world apart.
With his brother Otto and some unexpected friends, Archie is drawn into a whirlpool of secrets, betrayal, and ancient magic, where the truth about who he really is could shift the tides of power, and the fate of the ocean, forever.
WATCH AND LISTEN TO THE FIRST CHAPTER
Step into the world of Archie Widemouth with the author himself as your guide. In this special read-aloud, you'll hear the first chapter brought to life just as it was imagined, with every flicker of light beneath the waves. Whether you're new to the story or already hooked, press play, and dive in.
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