Book Nook - Jonny and the Mystery of the Sun Disc

 

At a time when many children struggle with bullying and self-doubt, a new fantasy tale brings hope, courage, and the power of imagination to the fore. Set in the imaginary Italian town of Ruffo, Jonny and the Mystery of the Sun Disc followsthe story of the eponymous Jonny, a vulnerable boy who discovers his strength when dreams and reality begin to collide.

A literary celebration of how resilience, creativity, and self-belief can transform even the most timid child into a powerful dreamer, readers aged 9–12 who have felt like an outsider, struggled with confidence, or faced down fears will recognise themselves in this unforgettable protagonist.

Blending Italian-inspired settings with spellbinding dreamscapes,debut author Melania Giofréwhisks children into a world of mythical creatures, magic, and mysteries. Yet the heart of her tale is firmly rooted in themes of friendship, bravery, and growing up stronger than the obstacles in your path.

“The seed of Jonny’s adventure came from two places close to my heart,” says Giofré. “The Golden Sun Disc of MU in Peru’ inspired the object at the story’s centre, while my lifelong fascination with lucid dreams shaped the world Jonny must explore. As a child, I often turned to dreams to find courage, and I wanted to give children a story that shows imagination can be their greatest strength.”

Published in May 2025, Melania Giofré’s debut fantasy brings hope, courage, and the power of imagination to young readers, already earning five-star reviews.

Jonny and the Mystery of the Sun Disc is available now in paperback and eBook formats on Amazon and other major retailers.

 

Synopsis

In the little Italian town of Ruffo, Jonny finds comfort in his vivid dreams, where he escapes the bullying of his peers and the worries of his parents. But, when elements from his dreams begin to appear in reality, Jonny realises something is terribly wrong.

One night, a Selenite, a magical creature from the Moon, visits Jonny in his dream, revealing that a looming doom threatens both the dream world and the waking world. Summoned to a dream library by Master Morpheus, the God of Dreams, Jonny learns of his destiny as a powerful dreamer tasked with retrieving a magical Sun Disc to prevent the impending disaster.

Guided by the God of Dreams, Jonny embarks on an epic quest through a fantastical realm filled with ghosts, witches, mythical creatures, and his own fears.

As the boundary between the dream world and reality blurs, Jonny must master his newfound abilities and discover the Sun Disc. If he fails, humankind and their dreams will vanish forever.

 

 

Published by The Book Guild, Jonny and the Mystery of the Sun Disc is available to purchase on Amazon at https://tinyurl.com/22bs236c and https://tinyurl.com/4j3afuh9

 

About the Author:

Melania Giofré, originally from Italy, relocated to London in 2008. There, she completed a master’s degree in communication and obtained a diploma in freelance journalism, contributing to various online publications. She currently lectures at a fashion college in London, though her true passion is writing imaginative stories. Jonny and the Mystery of the Sun Disc is her debut children’s novel.