Greenheart Press Presents The Walter Bean Series

The Adventures of Walter Bean

The Adventures of Walter Bean is a magical series that follows an ordinary man who stumbles into extraordinary adventures. Swept into new worlds and entrusted with the role of Earth’s Guardian, Walter’s journey is filled with wonder, challenges, and lessons about courage, kindness, and responsibility.

At its heart, the series is a celebration of imagination and a gentle reminder of the importance of caring for our planet and all its creatures. With adventure, humour, and heart, Walter’s story is one that both children and adults can enjoy together.

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About us

Welcome to the online bookstore of Green Heart Press; a children’s book publisher committed to inspiring environmental awareness in young readers through expressive, thoughtfully crafted storytelling.

Founded by Jane Moodie and Gareth de Breuyn, our work is driven by a talented team that blends artful imagination with ecological learning to inspire the next generation of planetary guardians.

We create and retail beautifully illustrated educational children’s books, fully crafted in-house by our artists, that teach kids about nature, sustainability, and climate awareness in visually captivating, engaging ways.

Discover our growing collection of eco-conscious storybooks, designed for parents, educators, and schools seeking meaningful learning tools and planet-positive narratives.

About the author

Jane Moodie, the acclaimed author and illustrator of the beloved Walter Bean children’s book series, is a true creative force.

Born in Cape Town, South Africa, Jane’s artistic journey began in the world of fashion design, where she travelled extensively before returning to her hometown to establish herself as a sought-after artist.

Her art, admired and collected globally, reflects her unique perspective on the world. It was during her early travels that Jane began crafting the first three books of the Walter Bean series, which has since become a treasured favourite among children and parents alike.

With a keen eye for the magical, the true, and the good, Jane’s work is infused with a sense of wonder and curiosity, inspiring readers of all ages to see the world through her eyes.

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Walter Bean goes to Planet Green

The Adventures of Walter Bean is a magical series that follows an ordinary man who stumbles into extraordinary adventures. Swept into new worlds and entrusted with the role of Earth’s Guardian, Walter’s journey is filled with wonder, challenges, and lessons about courage, kindness, and responsibility.

At its heart, the series is a celebration of imagination and a gentle reminder of the importance of caring for our planet and all its creatures. With adventure, humour, and heart, Walter’s story is one that both children and adults can enjoy together.

Available as Hard Cover, Soft Cover or Ebook.

Get in touch

Publisher Gareth De Breuyn:  gareth@greenheartpress.co.za

Author Jane Moodie:  jane@greenheartpress.co.za

Assistant Illustrator and Editors:
Ema Muller: ema@greenheartpress.co.za
Dylan Tewapak: dylan@greenheartpress.oz.za

Social Media Manager Ella Franklin:  ella@greenheartpress.co.za

Content Supervisor Liam  Girrie:    liam@greenheartpress.co.za

Administrator Janine De Breuyn:  janine@greenheartpress.co.za

Mobile: +27 (0)76 395 0679

Office Landline: 087 808 3684

Address:

10 Portadown road
Heathfield, Cape Town
Western Cape
South Africa