Each character is inspired by lived experience: moments of distraction, bursts of creativity, deep emotional sensitivity, and the joy of seeing the world differently.
Some traits come from Mel’s own journey with ADHD. Others are drawn from children she’s worked with, parented, or simply observed with empathy and admiration.
Binky
A gentle and sensitive friend who feels emotions deeply.
What Makes Them Special:
Shows empathy and care for others.
Unique Traits or Challenges
Easily overwhelmed by big feelings.
Lola
An energetic adventurer who loves nature and hidden treasures.
What Makes Them Special:
Inspires wonder and
appreciation.
Unique Traits or Challenges
Moves quickly and can be impulsive.
Indi
A creative inventor bursting
with ideas.
What Makes Them Special:
Brings clever solutions
and joy.
Unique Traits or Challenges
Often starts projects without finishing them.
Mira
A curious explorer who loves asking questions and discovering new things.
What Makes Them Special:
Leads with imagination and kindness.
Unique Traits or Challenges
Finds it hard to focus and stay
on task.
Floyd
A brave and loyal
protector.
What Makes Them Special:
Stands up for friends and defends what’s right.
Unique Traits or Challenges
Impulsive and quick to react.
Wally
A playful jokester who loves making others laugh.
What Makes Them Special:
Brings lightness and joy to tough moments.
Unique Traits or Challenges
Struggles with planning and organisation.
Busta
A musical genius who creates rhythms that help others feel calm.
What Makes Them Special:
Expresses emotions through sound.
Unique Traits or Challenges
A tendency to hyper-focuses and loses track of time.
Oliver
A wise and calm guide who helps others understand their emotions.
What Makes Them Special:
Encourages reflection
and growth.
Unique Traits or Challenges
Quiet and thoughtful, sometimes misunderstood.
These characters represent the many ways children navigate focus, emotions, relationships, and self-expression.
Across the books, the Forest Friends show up as guides, companions, and reflections of the reader. They help children feel less alone, more understood, and more confident in who they are.
Wonderfully Made World isn’t just a place it’s a community of characters who grow with the child, offering comfort, insight, and a sense of belonging.
