Tales from Port Navas Creek
A children’s trilogy set in the Cornish woodlands — where courage, riddles, and woodland creatures confront a darker force.
For readers aged 6+, written to be enjoyed both independently and read aloud.
Plot
Set in the woodlands along Cornwall’s Helford River, the stories follow seven young creatures as they resist the rise of the Crow dynasty. Along the way, they face riddles, moral dilemmas, and more than a few courtroom twists.
At heart, the trilogy is a tale of justice, courage, and collective responsibility – inviting readers into a world where bravery and wit matter just as much as magic.
Inspiration
The books were written for Guy’s seven grandchildren and shaped by decades of work in law and governance. The Cornish setting reflects a deep personal connection to place, while the themes draw on long-held questions about fairness, accountability and doing the right thing when the odds are stacked against you.
The trilogy is illustrated by Margaret Beringer, whose drawings bring warmth, texture and emotional depth to the characters and their world.
“Children’s books are dismissed by some as being too simple to read — yet Guy Beringer’s trilogy proves how wrong that assumption is.
Across the volumes readers will encounter a series of daring adventures, unique characters, irony, humour and enlightening descriptions filled with both realistic and fictional elements. Here, children of all ages can explore a fantastic world of woodland creatures whose journeys explore themes from friendship to the complexities of law.
The Tales from Port Navas Creek is one of the most engaging children’s trilogies I have read and I particularly enjoyed that it has many legal twists.”
“If you’re looking for a magical new children’s series to enjoy together, Tales from Port Navas Creek by Guy Beringer is a beautiful find. They are set in the beautiful woodland surrounding the iconic Helford River here in Cornwall. Perfect for children aged 6 and up to be read to, these gorgeously illustrated woodland tales are full of adventure, friendship, and gentle life lessons.
Guy Beringer has created something truly special. A trilogy full of heart, imagination, and warmth. The stories encourage curiosity, kindness, and courage while celebrating the simple magic of the natural world.”
In discussion
Guy talks about the books with the team at Yellow Shelf – a short-form interview series that helps readers and listeners discover new ideas through conversations with authors and thought-leaders. Each ten-minute episode explores what inspired the work, what we can take from it, and how to connect further.
Cornwall and London launch events
Profits from our launch events were donated to two organisations: the Dracaena Centre in Falmouth, which provides legal advice and family support services, and BAILII, which offers free public access to UK and Irish case law and legal materials.
