Meet Snupsi and His Friends

As you may already know—or have guessed—Snupsi is the main character of the book. He’s a curious and adventurous little fellow who lives on Juniper Island. Snupsi is a bit furry and completely blue, except for the orange tips of his antennas and the soles of his feet, which are an unusual snowy white. And if you’re wondering whether his white soles ever get dirty, the answer is… just a little 😊.

But this story isn’t just about Snupsi. It’s a grand adventure where all his friends—Uncle Helden, Patter, Tinken, Hiku, and Nuff—play equally important roles. Together, they embark on an unforgettable journey filled with surprises, challenges, and mysteries.

Who is Snupsi?

Snupsi isn’t exactly your typical youngster. Sure, he’s cheerful and loves his life on the small, peaceful Juniper Island, just like any other kid there. But every now and then, something else creeps in—a touch of sadness, accompanied by lots of questions.

Sometimes, Snupsi can be found sitting quietly on the pier, holding an old compass. He’ll stare at the sea, lost in thought, as the strange compass needle—a tiny hovering finger—refuses to point north. Instead, it points out toward the horizon.

Years ago, after a terrible thunderstorm swept across Juniper Island, the locals stumbled upon a surprising sight on the storm-ravaged beach. Among the debris was a baby Snupsi, about a year old, playing happily in the sand with a weathered, unusual compass. But he wasn’t with anyone—he was completely alone. Nobody on the island had ever seen him before.

It was clear that Snupsi hadn’t been born or raised on Juniper Island. But if not there, where? That question has haunted Snupsi ever since Uncle Helden, the man who found him and raised him like his own son, first told him the story.

Who is Uncle Helden?

Uncle Helden is a white-mustached, elderly man, known as Juniper Island’s brightest (and only) scientist. Though officially retired, Helden used to work in a secret laboratory far, far away. These days, he spends his time tinkering with various inventions, most notably his peculiar flying vehicle, the Escapist.

For years, Helden experimented with creating a proper fuel for the Escapist, while Snupsi eagerly watched, learned, and later even helped him with the experiments. But while Snupsi enjoyed helping Helden, his true passion was exploring nature—studying every tiny creature, plant, and detail the island had to offer.

Eventually, Helden managed to create the perfect energy source, which he proudly named heldenium. As a bonus (or perhaps an accident), the discovery also blew the roof off his house. Surprisingly, this wasn’t entirely a bad thing, since the Escapist had been built inside the house, and Helden had overlooked the small problem of how to get it out.

And the Journey Begins…

With the completion of the Escapist, Snupsi’s life takes a dramatic twist. The compass’s hovering needle, always pointing toward the horizon, finally becomes more than just a mystery—it becomes a destination. Together with his friends, Snupsi sets off toward the unknown, following where the compass leads.

At first, their adventures seem random and unconnected, but soon the pieces fall into place. Snupsi and his friends discover a deeper, mysterious connection between their journey and the compass. Along the way, they face challenges, make new friends, and learn that courage, kindness, and understanding can help resolve even the toughest conflicts.

Will Snupsi Find the Answers?

Where does the compass lead? What secrets will Snupsi uncover about his past? I won’t spoil it for you, but I promise it’s a story full of heart, adventure, and plenty of surprises.