The Max Letters offers a year-long fantasy adventure for young readers, delivered through beautifully illustrated chapter letters twice a month. Sub-collections include The Adventure Begins (ages 8-14+), Rhena's Path, and Folktales of Gaspaar (ages 6-12).

In the royal kitchen, the good cook gathers young Prince Max and the children of Gaspaar to hear his strange and wonderful tales of old. Familiar classics like Stone Soup and Jack and the Beanstalk mingle with brand-new stories, all retold in the magical kingdom of Gaspaar. Folktales of Gaspaar is a whimsical collection of surprise and delight for younger readers or for anyone who longs for more stories beyond the epic adventure tales. With charm, humor, and timeless lessons, each tale adds warmth to the world of Gaspaar. Sub-collections include The Adventure Begins (ages 8-14+), Rhena's Path (ages 8-14+), The Clouds of Izmah (sequel story), and Folktales of Gaspaar (ages 6-12).

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A handcrafted letter arrives each month featuring a different wild animal, complete with collector cards, stickers, how-to-draw instructions, and a postcard to send to a friend.

Writings from the Wild is a one-woman operation run by Nicole, a former homeschooling mom whose hand-drawn animal letters have shipped to over 37 countries and all 50 US states. Each letter is traditionally created with pencil and paint, featuring a different animal from a different biome each month. The premium subscription adds die-cut stickers, a postcard, and sketchbook files showing scientific classification. A portion of profits goes to wildlife conservation organizations. With over 200 five-star reviews, it is one of the most respected children's mail subscriptions available.

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