Rose Marie and the Crystal of Desires is book 2 in the series. The Leunam Tales are gentle children’s books about love and loss, lyrical, illustrated stories that explore time, family, and the courage to face death with grace. Each story is paired with a cinematic audio companion featuring orchestral music and narration, turning reading into an immersive, movie-like experience. Together, they open heartfelt conversations about life, death, and the beauty of letting go.

Who are the main characters? Two siblings, two stories, one timeless journey. In the kingdom of Aveluzeen, Princess Rose Marie and Prince Horatio each discover a crystal that reveals what lies beyond life. Guided by love, loss, and the quiet courage to let go, their stories intertwine with Queen Amelia’s compassion and the Grim’s gentle wisdom, reminding readers that even in endings, something beautiful continues.

What’s inside The Leunam Tales box sets? Each set includes two gentle children’s books about love and loss, paired with cinematic audio companions available in all audio platforms that bring every moment to life.

Available in English and Spanish, The Leunam Tales turn family reading time into an emotional and imaginative experience for readers 6 and up.

Meet the Author: Jose Oldenburg Jose Oldenburg is a Miami-based author and filmmaker who blends philosophy, cinematic craft, and heart to compose stories like unfolding film sequences. Through The Leunam Tales, he explores life, death, presence, and the courage to let go, creating lyrical children’s stories about love and loss that linger long after the final page.