A moving fairy tale about psychological and physical violence, intended for children ages eight and up, is featured on “Narratives – Stories and Fairy Tales for Children and Adults,” airing on Saturday, 31 October 2026, from 19:00 to 20:00 Athens time, on Voice of Greece.
In “The Tender-Thorn,” published by Kalendis, Eleni Priovolou combines powerful writing with the beauty of fairy-tale storytelling to move readers of all ages. Through her distinctive exploration of friendship, coexistence, and love, she raises awareness of the serious issue of violence that children often encounter in the world around them.
The beautiful illustrations by Katerina Veroutsou complement the text, bringing its world to life through images filled with color, emotion, and sensitivity.
A book for children and adults that explores migration, racism, and difference, published by Kalendis.
Produced and presented by Maria Karagiannaki-Iona