Milo climbs a ladder in the library to reach a glowing book about the magic sword.

The Hanseby Library

Hanseby in winter, with the castle on the hill.

This is where the Hanseby books live. Listen as each word lights up, or read at your own pace.

The books are made for children who have just started reading on their own, and for the grown-ups beside them.

Digital book

The Magic Sword – Digital Book

The full illustrated book, without audio. Your child reads alone and turns pages at their own pace. It works for reading practice and for bedtime.

The cover and pages 1–3 are free. Log in or buy to open the rest.
Read-along audiobook

The Magic Sword – Read-Along Audiobook

Milo, Issey, Max and Hans find a sword unlike any other. The narrator reads aloud and each word is highlighted as it’s spoken, so your child can follow along and build reading confidence.

The cover and pages 1–3 are free. Log in or buy to open the rest.

Also in Norwegian: Det magiske sverdet →

FAQ

What age are the Hanseby books for?

Children aged 6 to 9, especially those who are starting to read on their own.

What is a read-along audiobook?

It’s an audiobook where each word is highlighted on screen as it’s read aloud, which helps children connect sounds to written words.

Why do I need to log in?

The audiobook and digital book come with the membership. Logging in takes you straight to your books on any device you use. The cover and the first three pages are free for everyone.

Is the book available in Norwegian?

Yes. Det magiske sverdet is available as both a read-along audiobook and a digital book, read by Mia Starset.

What is the difference between the audiobook and the digital book?

It’s the same book. In the audiobook, the narrator reads aloud and the words light up. In the digital book, your child reads alone and turns the pages at their own pace. Switch with the Listen / Read alone button at the top of the page.