Captain Sofia

Included in CBCs March 2025 Hot Off the Press reading list!

Embark on a magical adventure with Sofia in this captivating pirate sound book, where childlike imagination, Beethoven’s classical music, and interactive sounds come together in a delightful tribute. For fearless adventurers ages 4 years and up.

Sometimes, when Sofia lies in bed at night and closes her eyes, something magical happens: everything she imagines becomes real! Tonight, her room changes into a sea with waves as high as the walls. Tonight, Sofia is a pirate!

This delightful tale is the first book in the ’Classic Fantastic’ series. This enchanting story is also part of the Clavis Music series, designed to ignite a love for reading through the exploration of classical music. With 11 music fragments by Beethoven woven into the narrative, children can experience the adventure and excitement of Sofia’s pirate escapades.

Written by bestselling author An Leysen, this book features a heroic and imaginative female lead and highlights key phrases with bold and italicized text to enhance the storytelling experience. It includes a credit list of Beethoven’s music at the end and a power on/off feature to conserve batteries.

The perfect companion for classical music enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike, this interactive sound book brings Sofia’s daring journey to life through the magic of music, imagination, and 11 authentic Beethoven compositions.

An Leysen works as an art teacher in Turnhout, Belgium, where she teaches design and fashion. She is married to the visual artist Jef Faes and they have a daughter, Louise, who has art running through her veins too. In her spare time, An likes to - what else? - read and draw.