Welcome to Atelier Umwerk
Books in English by Michael Kranz
Stories from Germany's North Sea Coast, written with heart, imagination and a touch of magic.
Welcome to my world of books!
My name is Michael Kranz. I am a German author and artist living in Butjadingen, a beautiful peninsula on Germany's North Sea coast.
Surrounded by the sea, wide-open landscapes, nature and animals, I find inspiration for stories that bring people together, spark their imagination and sometimes make them smile.
From heartwarming children's stories and magical adventures to humorous tales and thoughtful reflections on life and faith, each of my books has its own special world waiting to be discovered.
I am delighted to share my English-language books with readers in the United States and beyond.
All four English editions are available on Amazon.com.
Take a look, explore my stories and perhaps discover your next favorite book.
Warm greetings from the German North Sea coast,
Michael Kranz
Author & Artist | Atelier Umwerk
Discover My Books
Explore four English-language books filled with imagination, humor, heartwarming adventures and inspiring stories. Available through Amazon USA.
FRIEDA: A Hen Finds Her Place
A heartwarming story about family, friendship and finding where you belong.
Frieda is a little hen growing up with a family of runner ducks on a farm near Germany's North Sea coast. But why does she look so different from everyone else?
Join Frieda on a delightful adventure filled with love, courage, friendship and the discovery that being different can be something truly wonderful.
Hardcover | Ages 4–9 | English Edition
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BUTJACULIX®: Guardian of the Tides, Part I
A magical fantasy adventure from Germany's North Sea coast.
When five mysterious Gravix escape from the Anderswelt and begin stealing energy from people's dreams, the old wizard Butjaculix discovers that something is terribly wrong.
Together with his extraordinary companions, he must uncover a dangerous secret connecting the human world, the magical kingdoms and the mysterious guardians of time.
An imaginative adventure filled with friendship, courage, magic and unforgettable characters.
Paperback | Ages 8–12 | English Edition
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Captain Wattrutscher and the Day the North Sea Vanished
An unbelievable and humorous adventure from Germany's North Sea coast.
One morning in the little fishing village of Fedderwardersiel, something extraordinary happens: the North Sea has disappeared!
Fishing boats are stranded, seals are confused, and the entire coastline is in an uproar.
Fortunately, Captain Wattrutscher is ready to investigate. Together with his unusual companions and his beloved ship, the Klappmöwe, he sets out on an adventure filled with laughter, surprises and a generous helping of North German humor.
A delightful maritime adventure for readers who enjoy imagination, quirky characters and a good laugh.
Paperback | 91 Pages | English Edition
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