Captain GulGul
A Hero is Born
A missing grandpa. A boy and his dog.
A world where pirates, magic and outer space collide.
Join Haan and Bingo Star on a journey through Cape Hope—where being brave begins with being kind.
For readers aged 9–13. Created by a young author and his dad.
Crown Island: Capital city of Cape Hope. Original illustration by Hareesh Shivanna
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“Currently reading out loud for my 6 year old too and he loves it so far.”
Indu · January 2026 · An adult sharing the book with a child
Read the Amazon review ↗Every island has
a secret.
Travel through the Hoppian Kingdom, Misty Mountain and Foggy Bottom. Familiar streets lead to places where anything could happen.
“the illustrations are absolutely captivating.”
Sancho · Amazon · Verified purchase · January 2026
Read the reviews on Amazon ↗Explore the original map alongside Haan’s adventure.
A small hero. A big adventure.
Haan
A ten-year-old boy and his fur-kick follow the clues to their missing grandpa, Doc Pa.
Broda & unexpected allies
An odd pirate, a color-shifting elven fairy, and a mysterious space creature join the journey.
A threat from space
Boom Track has plans for Earth. A mysterious threat casts a shadow over the adventure.
Courage, kindness
and a little wonder.
Haan’s adventure is also a story about family, overcoming fear, and finding common ground between humans, animals and elves.
“Thoughtful and evocative”
Ranjana Adhikari · Amazon · Verified purchase · January 2026
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Take the adventure home.
Full-color paperback
US $19.99
Our recommended edition: enjoy Cape Hope’s original illustrations in full color.
Get the full-color book ↗Black & white
US $11.99
The complete story with black-and-white illustrations, at a lower paperback price.
View B&W on Amazon ↗Color Kindle
US $3.99
The illustrated adventure in a digital edition.
View Kindle on Amazon ↗US Amazon prices checked September 13, 2026. Prices and availability may change; confirm on Amazon.
Created by a young author
and his dad.
Twelve-year-old Vihaan dreamed up the world of Captain GulGul. Together with his dad, Vivek, he turned that world into a book, brought to life by illustrator Hareesh Shivanna.
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The world comes to life.
Three glimpses of Cape Hope. Choose a scene and press play.
Foggy Bottom
Boom Track
Third Eye
The whole adventure awaits in the book.
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Finished the adventure? Your thoughts mean the world to Vihaan and Vivek. Share a favorite character, a memorable moment, or what you’d tell a friend.
Even a few honest words can help another reader discover Cape Hope.
For video reactions, 20–30 seconds is perfect. Parents and guardians, please help younger readers record and submit.
Thank you for being part of the adventure.
— Vihaan & Vivek
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