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  • Bibliography:
    2 Books
  • First Book:
    April 2009
  • Latest Book:
    September 2020
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Book List in Order: 2 titles



  • Provides a colorfully illustrated retelling of this classic Finnish epic featuring the hero Vainamoinen, his rival Joukahainen, and the dashing Lemminkaiinen as they partake in an exciting adventure to find the mysterious magical being named Sampo....



  • Encounter mythical heroes, mighty eagles and terrifying dragons in this lavishly illustrated adaptation of the classic Finnish epic.

    This superb prose retelling of Finland's national folk saga is brought to life with exquisitely detailed ar...




Award-Winning Books by Kirsti Makinen

The Kalevala: Tales of Magic and Adventure
2010 Benjamin Franklin Award -- Young Adult Fiction


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Kirsti Makinen has published 2 books.

Kirsti Makinen does not have a new book coming out soon. The latest book, An Illustrated Kalevala: Myths and Legends from Finland, was published in September 2020.

The first book by Kirsti Makinen, The Kalevala: Tales of Magic and Adventure, was published in April 2009.

No. Kirsti Makinen does not write books in series.