Pyhät puut (Sacred Trees) Book
Sacred Trees (Pyhät puut in Finnish) is a deeply personal and culturally rich exploration of a people’s ancient connection with trees and the spiritual significance they held in Finnish and Karelian traditions. The book uncovers the vibrant traditions of tree worship, many of which persisted into the 20th century; the relationships people held with sacred groves, and offering trees (pitämyspuu), which were woven into daily life. Women played a central role in these practices, tending sacred trees through rituals that fostered the spiritual connection between nature and humanity, making such offerings as tastes of the first harvest, bounty from foraging and hunting, or a mother’s breast milk.
The book also delves into the significance of memorial trees (karsikkopuu) and bear skull pines (karhunkallohonka), which held a central role in hunting magic and honoring the deceased. Readers will learn how these traditions honored nature spirits, ancestors, and life cycles through rituals, offerings, and festivals such as Kekri, the Finnish harvest celebration.
In addition to exploring historical and mythological aspects, Sacred Trees highlights the enduring magic of trees in modern life. Drawing from primary sources from the Finnish Literature Society archives, modern science and wellbeing research, and first-person interviews of people’s current-day relationship with trees, the book is a multidimensional invitation to readers to reconnect with nature.
Pyhät puut is published in Finnish in March 2025 by SKS Kirjat, the Finnish Literature Society’s publishing house (est. 1831). The book’s international rights are represented by Ahlback Agency
Nordic Forest Rituals Oracle Deck
49 beautiful cards and an eBook with inspiring messages from Nordic nature and mythology, and ideas for modern daily rituals. The Nordic Forest Rituals Oracle Cards draw inspiration from the mythical landscapes of the Nordic forest—its trees, plants, spirits, animals, and the stories that emerge from deep within our folklore. The cards bring Nordic nature and timeless rituals to life in a playful and beautiful way.
Timeless Nordic Rituals – Bringing purpose and joy to modern Life
New book by Reetta came just out from the printer! First only in Finnish, but the English version is on the way and we are looking out for publishing partners in other languages.
Back to Nature Finland book is a calming, relaxing experience throughout Finnish nature, with a touch of ancient wisdom and mythology and local history.
The book presents 24 beautiful travel locations in Finnish nature. It reveals stories about Finnish mythology related to those locations, and provides delicious local food tips to enjoy when visiting.
Metsien kätkemä
The original Finnish book titled Metsien Kätkemä was based on the tv series by the same name.
(The book is sold out but can be found in libraries in Finland)