What are Otto & Bear's story letters?

Otto & Bear’s Letters are monthly illustrated story letters for children. Each letter blends nature-based storytelling, slow-mail magic and gentle adventures that nurture imagination, belonging and a calmer rhythm of childhood.

What age are the story letters for?

The story letters are designed for children aged 5–12, though younger children enjoy them read aloud and older ones connect with the calm, nature-rooted adventures.

How does the monthly story letter subscription work?

Each month, a new illustrated story letter arrives through the post. Children follow Otto the cat and Bear the boy through nature-led adventures, creating a screen-free ritual of imagination and grounding. You can choose monthly, yearly, or gift subscriptions.

Are the letters nature-based?

Yes. Each story letter is rooted in nature, inspired by real travels through Thailand, Costa Rica and Peru. The letters guide children into forests, mountains, rivers and night skies, nurturing a deeper connection with the natural world.

Are the story letters screen-free?

Yes. The Otto & Bear story letters are a fully screen-free storytelling experience. They focus on paper, imagination and a gentle monthly moment of calm.

Do you offer digital versions of the story letters?

Yes. In addition to paper letters sent by post, digital story letters are available for families who prefer an instant download or live internationally.

How do gift subscriptions work?

Choose a start date when purchasing. We’ll send you a gift announcement to share, and your recipient will receive their first Otto & Bear letter on your chosen date, followed by one new story each month for a year.

What will the recipient receive?

They’ll receive twelve monthly illustrated story letters by email, each woven from real jungle adventures and teaching courage, mindfulness, and connection to nature.

Is the gift digital or physical?

All letters are digital and can be read on any device or printed at home. No physical mail is sent.

GIFT A YEAR OF ILLUSTRATED STORIES
AND MAGICAL ADVENTURES FOR YOUR LOVED ONE

Gift Otto & Bear's Letters

Gift a loved one twelve months of wonder. Each month, they’ll receive a beautifully illustrated story letter following Otto and Bear through magical adventures woven from real experiences in the natural world.

What they'll receive:

• 12 illustrated story letters over one year

• 3 additional letters arriving in their own time

• Stories woven from our real adventures

• A monthly ritual to look forward to

• Beautifully printed, tactile slow-mail letters

How it works:

Because each letter is printed and prepared with care, gift subscriptions simply join the next circle of letters, and then continue each month for a full year of stories.

You’ll receive a printable gift announcement to share with your loved one.

You can view our current mailing rhythm and dates here

Save 10% with a Gift Subscription

£ 97 - Paper letters arriving soon

PREFER TO GIFT DIGITAL LETTERS?

Both paths lead into the same year-long journey of illustrated letters, each one created to be held, kept, and opened slowly.

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£44

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GIFT A YEAR OF ILLUSTRATED STORIES AND MAGICAL ADVENTURES FOR YOUR LOVED ONE

Gift Otto & Bear's Letters

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How it works:

Save 10% with a Gift Subscription

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GIFT A YEAR OF ILLUSTRATED STORIES
AND MAGICAL ADVENTURES FOR YOUR LOVED ONE