Sally’s Invisible World Beyond the Stars

By Ethan Miles

In Sally’s Invisible World Beyond the Stars, young Sally discovers a magical telescope that opens her eyes to an unseen world. As she peers through the lens, she finds herself in a realm where stars, planets, and dreams collide in ways she never imagined. Guided by Arlo, a friendly light-being, Sally embarks on a whimsical journey to uncover the secrets of the universe, learning that what is invisible often holds the greatest truths. With each new discovery, Sally’s imagination soars, and she learns the power of dreams, belief, and inner vision.

• Language: English
• Publisher: The Good Child Bookstore
• Release date: May 17, 2025

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Sally’s Invisible World Beyond the Stars

Educational Series

Ethan Miles

Published by The Good Child Bookstore, 2025

Copyright

Published by The Good Child Bookstore

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Preface

The Invisible World Beyond the Stars is a story that takes you on a journey beyond the visible, beyond the things we can touch and see with our eyes. It’s about discovering that the most important things in life are often invisible: dreams, thoughts, and the wonder of imagination. Sally, a curious and brave girl, stumbles upon a telescope that opens her to a world of hidden galaxies and secret realms that only those who believe in the unseen can access. Each chapter of her adventure teaches her something new—about the universe, but more importantly, about herself. Through Sally’s eyes, you’ll learn that the universe is not just something we see; it’s something we feel, imagine, and create. Whether you are a dreamer or an explorer, this story invites you to look beyond the stars and find the magic within.

Contents

Chapter 1: The Telescope Discovery

Chapter 2: The First Glimpse

Chapter 3: The Invisible Guide

Chapter 4: Entering the Dream Planets

Chapter 5: The Cosmic Garden

Chapter 6: The Planet of Lost Lullabies

Chapter 7: The Orb of Endless Possibilities

Chapter 8: The Cloud of Forgotten Dreams

Chapter 9: The Invisible Forest

Chapter 10: The World Where Colors Hide

Chapter 11: The Whispers of the Unseen

Chapter 12: The Planet of Shifting Shadows

Chapter 13: The Starlight Highway

Chapter 14: The Garden of Silent Stars

Chapter 15: The Sound of Stars

Chapter 16: The Mirror of Infinite Reflections

Chapter 17: The Valley of Lost Words

Chapter 18: The Crystal City of Forgotten Echoes

Chapter 19: The Dreamweaver's Loom

Chapter 20: The Garden of Rewoven Dreams

Chapter 21: The River of Unspoken Words

Chapter 22: The Echoing Mountains of Reflection

Chapter 23: The Heart of the Infinite Forest

Chapter 24: The Song of the Hidden Valley

Chapter 25: The Light of the New Dawn

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Chapter 1: The Telescope Discovery

It was a rainy Saturday afternoon when Sally discovered something she would never forget. The kind of day when the clouds hang low, and the world outside looks blurry, as though someone had accidentally smudged the sky. Sally was bored. She had already read her favorite book twice, built a fortress out of couch cushions, and even tried to teach her pet hamster, Sprout, how to do tricks (which didn’t go well, considering he mostly slept). So, when she heard her grandmother calling from upstairs, Sally figured it was time for an adventure, even if that adventure was inside the house.

Sally, come up here! I’ve got something to show you!

Sally slipped off the couch, scrambled up the stairs two at a time, and found her grandmother in the attic, standing beside a dusty old chest.

What's in the chest, Grandma? Sally asked, eyes wide with curiosity.

Her grandmother smiled mysteriously. You won’t believe it until you see it.

The attic smelled like old books and pine, a scent Sally had always liked. There were boxes stacked high, filled with forgotten treasures, and in the corner, a large wooden chest stood waiting to be opened. Sally could hardly contain her excitement. She had always loved rummaging through things, finding old trinkets and keepsakes hidden away for years.

Her grandmother unlocked the chest with an old brass key and opened it with a creak. Inside, nestled among faded maps, old photographs, and forgotten knickknacks, was something that made Sally’s heart skip a beat—a telescope.

It wasn’t just any telescope. This one had a strange shimmer to it, as though it had been dusted with stars. Its body was a deep shade of blue, and it had little silver engravings of stars, moons, and planets spiraling along its length. The lens was big, but what made Sally's eyes widen in disbelief was the faint glow coming from it, even in the dim light of the attic.

Wow, Sally breathed, reaching out to touch it.

Her grandmother watched her with a knowing smile. This belonged to your great-grandfather. He was an explorer, just like you. He used this telescope to look at more than just the stars. It lets you see things beyond what the eyes can usually catch.

Things beyond the stars? Sally’s voice was full of wonder.

Yes, her grandmother replied, nodding. He always believed that there were secrets hidden out there, in the invisible spaces between the stars. Maybe one day, you’ll figure out what he was looking for.

Sally’s fingers gently brushed the surface of the telescope. It was cold to the touch but pulsed with a strange warmth as if something inside it was calling to her. Without another word, she brought it to her eye and peered through the lens.

At first, all she saw was the usual view—her grandmother’s attic reflected back at her through the glass. But then, something began to change. The walls around her seemed to blur, and the air itself grew thick with a strange, silvery glow. Sally blinked, adjusting the telescope in her hands.

And then, just like that, the attic vanished.

Sally gasped. She wasn’t in the attic anymore. She was standing in the middle of a vast, glittering space. Stars blinked all around her, and she felt as though she was floating among them, even though her feet were firmly planted on the ground. The sky stretched out endlessly in every direction, filled with constellations she’d never seen before, swirling in patterns that didn’t make sense—and yet, they felt familiar.

This is impossible, Sally whispered, her voice echoing in the cosmic stillness.

She spun around, looking for any sign of how she had gotten here, but there was nothing—no walls, no floors, just the endless void of stars. Then, in the distance, something caught her eye. It was a planet, but it wasn’t like any planet Sally had seen in her books. It was translucent, glowing with colors that shimmered and shifted as if it was alive. A comet streaked past, its tail sparkling like a thousand tiny diamonds.

Sally, you’ve found it, a voice said, so soft that it seemed to come from the stars themselves.

Sally turned around, her heart racing. Standing before her, bathed in the glow of the stars, was a figure. It was a person, but not quite. They were made of light, their shape shifting and flickering like a flame. Sally could see their face only faintly, as though it was being formed from the very stardust around them.

Who are you? Sally asked, her voice trembling with excitement and confusion.

I am Arlo, the figure replied. And I am the guide to this invisible world.

An invisible world? Sally echoed, still in shock.

Yes, Arlo said with a smile that was more felt than seen. A world that exists between the spaces of the visible. A world that can only be seen through the eyes of those who know how to look beyond what they can touch and see.

Sally blinked. But… but how? How is this possible?

You have the gift, Arlo explained. The telescope you hold is not just a tool for seeing the stars. It is a bridge between what is seen and what is hidden. What your great-grandfather discovered is that the universe is full of invisible realms—realms that contain truths greater than anything we can understand with our normal senses.

Sally’s mind was spinning. She had heard stories of faraway galaxies and mysterious worlds, but this was beyond anything she could have imagined. Was this a dream? Or was it real? She glanced at the telescope in her hands, which still hummed softly, as if it were alive.

Where am I? Sally asked.

You are standing in the invisible realm, Arlo said gently. It is the space between worlds, the place where stars and dreams collide.

Sally looked around, trying to grasp the enormity of what she was seeing. There were no boundaries, no edges to the world she was in—just the infinite stretch of stars, planets, and sparkling dust that seemed to go on forever. The sense of wonder was overwhelming, but also strangely calming. She felt as though she was exactly where she was supposed to be.

Do you want to see more? Arlo asked, his voice like the softest wind.

Sally nodded without thinking, her eyes bright with anticipation. She had always loved exploring, always wanted to know what lay beyond the familiar. And now, it seemed like the greatest adventure of all was right in front of her.

Follow me, Arlo said, and with a graceful movement, they began to drift through the air, gliding effortlessly toward the glowing planet Sally had seen earlier.

Sally hesitated only for a moment before following. As she walked, or floated, beside Arlo, she realized that she wasn’t just looking at stars anymore. She was part of them, moving among them, and the world she thought she knew had just become much bigger, much more mysterious, than she could have ever imagined.

Chapter 2: The First Glimpse

Sally’s heart raced as she floated alongside Arlo through the endless sea of stars. Every direction she looked, she saw something new and dazzling—planets spinning lazily in the distance, cosmic clouds swirling with colors Sally didn’t have names for, and shooting stars that seemed to zip by just for fun. It was as though the universe was showing her a secret world, a world only a few could ever see, and she was the lucky one chosen to witness it.

Where are we going? she asked, her voice breaking the silence. It wasn’t an eerie silence, though. It was a peaceful quiet, one that felt like the whole universe was holding its breath.

Arlo turned to her, his light form glowing brighter for a moment as he smiled. We are heading to the Edge of Possibility, he said. "It’s