FICTION | NON FICTION | COMICS | PICTURE BOOKS
JULY
3+ | Hardback and Superspread 44pp | 240 x 280mm £11.99 | ISBN 978-1-912497-32-4
497324 781912 9
Iwonder, then, what freedom is. Is it a place? Is it a thought? Can it be stolen? Can it be bought?
As powerful as it is beautiful, Freedom, We Sing is a lyrical picture book designed to uplift and inspire millions of young readers around the world. Gorgeous, flowing illustrations let children immerse themselves in Amyra León’s emotive text, as they contemplate big, wonderful questions. Thoughtful and considered, this book is a perfect read for children and parents alike.
Amyra León is a musician, performer and poet from New York, USA. She has collaborated and performed for the BBC, Roundhouse and Amnesty International.
Molly Mendoza is an American illustrator and comic artist. She is the author of the celebrated Skip (Nobrow) as well as working with clients including The New York Times.
6+ | Paperback | 80pp | 260 x 200mm
£9.99 | ISBN 978-1-911171-54-6
JULY Join Hilda, Twig and friends to find out what it takes to be a brave and brilliant Sparrow Scout in this very-nearly official (with a few little additions from Hilda) guide.
Learn how to collect scouting badges, from practical outdoors awards to some of the REAL skills you need for life in Trolberg. Welcome to the flock!
Troll - FOE!
You can tell troll footprints from their large, oval shape. As trolls are such heavy stompers, their tracks are deep-set and hard to miss – particularly if you stumble into one. Remember, if you spot these fearsome footprints in the daytime, you are perfectly safe – the troll will be in its petrified stony state in the sunlight.
Forest Giant - FOE
These huge four-toed footprints are about three times the height of an adult human. Though it’s unusual for forest giants to attack, the biggest creature in the wilderness is still best avoided. These irritable creatures are easily offended and grumpy at the best of times. Their prints are quite common throughout the wilderness.
FRIEND!
Black Hound - FOE!
The enormous black hound leaves huge paw prints, similar to a wolf’s, with a lingering scent of wet dog. If you spot these tracks, leave the area calmly and very, very quickly. While it has not been spotted for many years, it has been noted that this beast will eat you.
Well, it will sort of eat you But you'll probably be all right, just a bit slobbery
Deer Fox - FRIEND!
Deer foxes have a unique hoof print, however, being quite swift, the deer fox is ordinarily too nimble to leave a mark on the forest floor. If you are lucky enough to glimpse one of these clever creatures, give it plenty of space – though loveable-looking, those antlers can be pretty sharp!
3+ | Hardback | 32pp | 210 x 295mm £11.99 | ISBN 978-1-912497-35-5 AUGUST
781912 9
Who’s this? A little flapjack octopus. You may have almost missed him. You see, he’s not the type to stand out in a crowd. Unless you were looking for him, you might not spot him at all... He’s one of the shy ones.
This beautifully delicate picture book explores the topic of shyness and friendship. Stunningly illustrated by the bestselling creator of Hug Me, this book is sure to resonate with young children across the world, particularly those who are just starting school.
Simona Ciraolo is a Sardinian-born author and illustrator whose witty and endearing tales won her the Sebastian Walker Award. Ciraolo studied animation at the National Film School in Turin, Italy, before moving to the UK where she undertook an MA in Children’s Book Illustration at the Cambridge School of Art. She has also worked as a freelance 2D animator for children’s TV shows and illustrated picture books for a number of publishers.
AUGUST
8v+ | Hardback | 32pp | 290 x 220mm £12.99 | ISBN 978-1-912497-53-9 497539 781912 9
Fallunder the spell of witches throughout the ages in this magical illustrated guide.
Magic and witchcraft have fascinated people for thousands of years. From their black cats to their flying broomsticks, they are both powerful and mysterious. But were witches evil or kind? And could they really cast a spell on you? From Ancient Mesopotamian priests to modern day Wiccans, find out the truth about witches throughout history and across the globe, in this spellbinding book filled with myths, legends and magic.
Matt Ralphs has been fascinated with witches, ghosts and anything a little bit creepy ever since he was a child. He is the bestselling author of the fiction titles Fire Witch and Fire Girl. He lives on a boat in London, UK.
Núria Tamarit is a freelance illustrator and comic artist, and has illustrated numerous children’s books with clients such as The Valencianer and Usborne. She lives in Barcelona, Spain.
SEPTEMBER
3+ | Hardback | 32pp | 230 x 270mm
£11.99 | ISBN 978-1-912497-21-8
Frankie likes to sort things. She sorts flowers, she classifies the contents of the fridge and she even attempts to group the people on her street (which is hard!). But the one thing Frankie cannot seem to sort ... is herself!
Where does one little girl belong in a world of endless colours, shapes and sizes? From bestselling author Pippa Goodhart and illustrator Emily Rand, join Frankie in her search to find out where she belongs ... and discover that it’s the mixed up, muddle of life that brings us all together. Exploring first concepts in a simple and heart-warming way, this book is perfect for children just starting to learn about the world and their place in it.
Pippa Goodheart grew up in Grantchester, UK, and has written over 90 books. She was longlisted for the Kate Greenaway Award, won the 2011 Mumsnet Children’s Book of the Year and was shortlisted for the Young Telegraph Book of the Year award.
Emily Rand is a children’s book illustrator, based in London. Her first book A Dog Day was published by Tate after being selected for the 2012 Bologna Book Fair exhibition in 2012. She has since written and illustrated picture books with Tate, Thames and Hudson and Hato Press.
SEPTEMBER 171577 781911 9
7+ | Hardback | 168pp | 280 x 230mm £16.99 | ISBN 978-1-911171-57-7
Follow a family of owls as they journey through ancient Greece to discover the meanings behind the myths. From the heros of Athens and Sparta to gods and goddesses, take a magical illustrated journey through the Mediterranean. In this stunning compendium of tales, you’ll learn about the places where each story took place, and why myths matter.
From Zeus’s power struggles to the incredible Labours of Heracles, explore this enchanting and complex world through beautiful storytelling by expert Marchella Ward, and breathtaking artwork from Sander Berg.
Marchella Ward is an archivist and researcher at the University of Oxford, UK and a lecturer in Theatre and Performance at Goldsmith’s College, where she specialises in Greek and Roman tragedies. Sander Berg is a Swedish illustrator. His artwork focuses on colour, texture and digital artwork. A Journey Through Greek Myths is his first children’s book.
SEPTEMBER
When6+ | Paperback | 56pp | 297 x 215mm
£7.99 | ISBN 978-1-912497-19-5
Kai grows tired of her bookish mum not being adventurous enough for a Brownstone, she decides to seek out the mischievous and rebellious Monkey King. Will he bring her the adventure she craves, or will he cause her more trouble than he’s worth?
Read the latest story from the mythical Brownstone’s family vault where we venture to China and learn about the story of the Monkey King, fight dangerous beasts, taste powerful peaches and see that maybe ... our heroes aren’t always what they’re cracked up to be.
Joe Todd-Stanton grew up in Brighton and was taught to draw by his mother, who is also an illustrator. He studied at UWE Bristol, receiving a first class degree in Illustration. Todd-Stanton has been commissioned to work for clients such as Oxford University Press, Usborne Publishing and Aquila magazine. His work has been highly praised and his book The Secret of Black Rock was longlisted for The CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal 2018 and won a 2018 Waterstones Children’s Book Prize.
SEPTEMBER
9+ | Hardback | 80pp | 279 x 202mm
£12.99 | ISBN 978-1-911171-85-0
171850 781911 9
Aspooky, ghost-filled and hilarious adventure awaits when you dive into the mysterious world of Mason Mooney!
Join paranormal investigator Mason Mooney as he tackles ghosts, witches and grumpy teenagers to prove once and for all who the REAL talent in the world of paranormal creatures. If anyone can figure out what’s going on in Grimbrook’s most haunted house – it’s him. And no one else. But with an evil curse looming over him and the house’s inhabitants, can Mason finally prove to the Paranormal Society that he’s the best around – or is he a bit out of his depth?
Packed with evil curses, haunted houses, quirky characters and a town full of unexplained phenomena, Seaerra Miller’s new series of illustrated comic-picture books are sure to be a hit with kids who love twisted tales and action-packed, mysterious stories.
Seaerra Miller studied art at the Pacific Northwest College of art and Design. Since graduating she has worked for several publications and organisations such as Cricket Media and Snap Chat. She has also worked with Flying Eye books as illustrator for their Hilda Netflix novels. This is her first solo project with them.
OCTOBER 171874 781911 9
Dive7+ | Hardback | 128pp | 290 x 245mm £14.99 | ISBN 978-1-911171-87-4
in to discover all there is to know about mermaids in this beautifully illustrated book. But wait – if you thought mermaids were fantasy creatures who existed only in myth and fairytale, think again! New research has uncovered what a rich and varied group of beings they are.
The famed merologist Professor Tola’s great work covers everything from their long and sinewy tails to the magical properties of merpeople from the Pacific Ocean to the frozen Arctic. Merperson researchers from the Institute of Merology have discovered a secret underwater kingdom where these magical beings swim, play, learn and sing. Now you can become a mermaid expert too!
Professor Anuk Tola is a (fictional) merologist at the worldfamous School of Merology.
Anja Sušanj is originally from coastal Croatia so it’s only natural she gets along so well with fish! She received an MA in Illustration at the University of the Arts London and has been doing illustration ever since. She has a passion for nature’s shapes and old stories and legends. This will be her first book.
OCTOBER
6+ | Hardback | 56pp | 260 x 190mm £12.99 | ISBN 978-1-912497-39-3
Buried amongst the treasures in Professor Brownstone’s vaults, lie a humble collection of books. Filled with legendary stories from his ancestors, they tell of fearless fighters and unlikely heroes.
Venturing into Greek mythology, this is the fourth title in the Brownstone’s Mythical Collection. Full of dangerous challenges, cunning monsters and godly heroes, this title is sure to be a hit with fans of the series and anyone interested in the fascinating tales of Greek mythology.
Joe Todd-Stanton grew up in Brighton and was taught to draw by his mother, who is also an illustrator. He studied at UWE Bristol, receiving a first class degree in Illustration. His work has been highly praised and his book The Secret of Black Rock was longlisted for The CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal 2018 and won a 2018 Waterstones Children’s Book Prize.
AUGUST
7+ | Paperback | 184pp | 197 x 130mm
£6.99 | ISBN 978-1-912497-43-0
Based on the hit Netflix series, join Hilda and Twig for more hilarious adventures in the illustrated fiction series.
We rejoin our favourite blue-haired heroine to find her warding off the nightmarish Marra, rescuing weather spirits and searching for the elusive black hound ... and she's still got to make it to the Sparrow Scout badge ceremony on time! There is no shortage of unexpected twists, turns and new friends in this latest instalment of the Hilda fiction series.
Luke Pearson is an illustrator and cartoonist who created the original Hildafolk comics. Stephen Davies has written for the Guardian Weekly and the Sunday Times and is the author of several children's books.
Seaerra Miller studied art at the Pacific Northwest College of art and Design. She has worked for several publications and organisations such as Cricket Media and Snapchat.
THE SLEEPY PEBBLE AND OTHERSTORIES
CALMING TALES TO READ AT BEDTIME
Blake Nuto & Charlotte Ager
MARCEL
Eda Akaltun
DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR?
Helen Borten
Rilla Alexander
Helen Borten
THE DIVER
Veronica Carratello
HB | 32pp | 270 x230 mm | £11.99 3+ | ISBN 978-1-911171-61-4
171614 781911 9 51695
WHATEVER HAPPENED TO MY SISTER?
Simona Ciraolo
HB | 40pp | 270 x 230 mm | £11.99 5+ | 978-1-909263-52-9
263529 781909 9 90000
HUG ME
Simona Ciraolo
HB | 32pp | 217 x 299 mm | £11.99 3+ | ISBN 978-1-909263-49-9
263499 781909 9 90000
PB | 32pp | 217 x 299 mm | £6.99 3+ | ISBN 978-1-911171-72-0
171720 781911 9
THE LINES ON NANA'S FACE
Simona Ciraolo
HB |40pp | 270 x 230 mm | £11.99 3+ | ISBN 978-1-909263-98-7
263987 781909 9 90000
SHY ONES
Simona Ciraolo
HB | 32pp | 210 x 295mm | £11.99 3+ | ISBN 978-1-912497-35-5
497355 781912 9 51795
Marianna Coppo
HB | 48pp | 270 x 230 mm | £12.99
3+ | ISBN 978-1-911171-66-9
781911 9 90000 A VERY LATE STORY
JUMBLE WOOD
Helena Covell
HB | 32pp | 260 x 230 mm | £11.99 3+ | ISBN 978-1-911171-36-2
781911 9
MY VERY OWN SPACE
Pippa Goodhart & Rebecca
Crane
HB | 32pp | 230 x 270 mm | £11.99 3+ | ISBN 978-1-911171-12-6
781911 9 51695
MRS BIBI'S ELEPHANT
Reza
HB | 32pp | 230 x 270mm | £11.99
3+ | ISBN 978-1-912497-16-4
Dalvand 497164 781912 9
Sandra Dieckmann
Sandra Dieckmann
Joshua Seigal & Amélie Falière
Scott Emmons & Mauro Gatti
Mauro Gatti
Katie Harnett
Katie Harnett
Katie Harnett
Robert Louis Stevenson & Robert Hunter
Erik Kriek
Yann & Gwendal Le Bec
Amrya Leon & Molly Mendoza
Rachel Woodworth & Sang Miao
Sang Miao
Ben Newman
Saerra Miller
TOUGH GUYS HAVE FEELINGS TOO
Keith Negley
COOL
Keith Negley
Carles Porta
Carles Porta
Carles Porta
HB | 48pp | 270 x 190 mm | £12.99
5+ | ISBN 978-1-911171-39-3 THE ARTISTS
HELLO MISTER COLD
Carles Porta
HUNGRY ROSCOE
David J. Plant
HB | 40pp | 255 x 195 mm | £11.99 3+ | ISBN 978-1-909263-53-6
263536 781909 9 90000
ME AND MY FEAR
Francesca Sanna
HB | 40pp | 260 x 230 mm | £12.99
5+ | ISBN 978-1-911171-53-9 171539 781911 9 51795
ALL SORTS
Pippa Goodhart & Emily Rand
HB | 32pp | 230 x 270 mm | £11.99 3+ | ISBN 978-1-912497-21-8
THE JOURNEY
Francesca Sanna
HB | 48pp | 208 x 280 mm | £12.99 5+ | ISBN 978-1-909263-99-4
263994 781909 9 90000
BIG HID
Roisin Swales
HB | 32pp | 230 x 270 mm | £11.99 3+ | ISBN 978-1-911171-30-0 171300 781911 9 90000
BEAUTIFUL BIRDS
Jean Roussen & Emmanuelle Walker
HB | 56pp | 310 x 220 mm | £14.99 5+ | ISBN 978-1-909263-29-1
Joe Todd-Stanton
