When the Woods Sang

Welcome to an online gathering about When the Woods Sang: Returning to the Singing Earth.

Readers, story lovers and everyone interested in the book are welcome to join this event for free. I will share a song and story from the book, and invite participants to ask questions and share reflections.

This event is live only and will not be recorded.

We will meet online via Zoom on February 21st 2026, 20:00-21:00 CET (Central European Time)

“Your book gives me so much joy. It is so inspiring. Thank you for giving Princess Tuvstarr a new ending.” Ellika Lindén, The Circle Way

“I utterly loved every moment I spent with When the Woods Sang. It is such a rich source of inspiration and wisdom. I was deeply moved by the stories in the book and by your sharing of how they came to you. Your profound and heartfelt relationship to story and song reminded me of how essential these are for communicating back and forth with our Earth – and inspired me to renew my own personal practice. Thank you!” Paula Tait, musician

“Such a fantastic, valuable and inspiring book. Something new and exciting on every page. I have read it twice and want to give it to everyone.” Isa Lilja Tibbling, storyteller

“For me, this book is an important reminder that there needs to be a spiritual awakening full of myth, magic and inspiration, to meet the many global challenges we face today, both social and environmental. It has also given me a much needed boost for my own passion for storytelling and its importance for the Earth and all living beings. Thank you Stina Gray.” Ian Mowll, GreenSpirit book reviews (read the full review here)

“In this book the stories are maps that help us to navigate life, full of ancient wisdom that is deeply moving. Stina is a storyteller and ethnologist who weaves folklore, mythology, history and life wisdom in a way that is both beautiful and accessible.” Kloka Gummans Stuga

“The book gives me hope, reminding me that there are so many people who – like myself – wish for a world that is very different from the insanity we’re living in. When the Woods Sang also inspires me to return to the forest, and to really listen to its message – thank you Stina! Tomorrow I’ll pay a visit to my friend, the birch. I haven’t seen him for a while, but he’s a character in my new novel.” Maria Estling Vannestål, author, lecturer and host of the Swedish podcast Drömmen om Målajord

”It’s one of those books that just pulls you in, difficult to put down once you’ve opened it. This book is important and I’m excited for it to make its way out in the world!” Cecilia Ekholm

“When the Woods Sang is brimming with inspiration.” Sigrid Ogland, storyteller

“Stina Gray’s book is magical, unique, yes indeed unlike anything I have ever read. She takes us on both an inner and an outer journey. Through Stina we get to meet so many interesting people; storytellers, magicians and many others. And we learn how enriching and empowering storytelling can be.” Sara Bonadea George, author of Flowers of Blood and Fröja’s Apples

“This is one of the most engaging books I have read. I was sad to see the last page turn! Stories and rich flavors of Sweden as Stina travels through her life of magic and folklore. I felt so at home in this book.” Alana Woods, harpist, storyteller and author

“I am savouring your words, sentences and reflections, and don’t want the book to end!” Ann Heljeback

“She writes from a place of deep listening, listening for the stories and songs of the forest in her Native Sweden. She writes from a place of deep knowledge and impeccable research, gained from her University training as an ethnologist. She writes from a place of deep courage, uncovering the traumas of her life and the journeys that have led to her healing. I see myself in this book, the travels and training of my life as someone who has been a pathfinder, songkeeper and a pilgrim. But it is also a foreign book to me with places and practices that I had not discovered. One that has really captured me is kulning, an ancient vocal practice from Swedish forests that pierces the air and sets the forests echoing. Stina interviewed me for her book about White-leaved Oak, Earth Day-Sing for the Trees and Emma Oliver and the Song of Creation. I am honored to be included with others telling their own stories of the Singing Earth. Thank you Stina for all it took to birth your book. May it inspire others to also listen deeply and follow their dreams.” Susan Elizabeth Hale, author and music therapist