Otter-Barry Autumn 2022 Catalogue

Otter-Barry BOOKS

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Cover illustration by Ken Wilson-Max from Eco Girl

New Titles and Complete List July-December 2022

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The Perfect Present Written and illustrated by Petr Horáček

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A joyful and beautiful picture book celebrating friendship and sharing om and Mot are best friends who share a birthday. Tom gives Mot a feather and Mot gives Tom a marble – and these small gifts open up worlds of

brilliantly colourful imagination. From the feather comes the most wonderful bird imaginable. From a tiny marble comes a whole beautiful planet, teeming with life. Outside it's raining, but playing with your best friend in the rain is fun!

They ride a dinosaur, sail the seven seas and float through the starry Universe. And at the end of their birthday, Tom and Mot discover what is the best present of all the perfect present...

Simple and profound, this is a picture book to treasure, from a master picture book creator.

P etr H oráček is an internationally acclaimed illustrator. Born in Prague, he studied at the Academy of Fine Art. After graduating in 1994, he moved to England. His first two picture books were published in 2001, winning the 'Books for Children' Newcomer award. Since then he has gained a string of international distinctions. His most recent book for Otter-Barry was The Last Tiger, published in 2019, and longlisted for the UKLA Book Award 2020. He lives in Worcester, England. £12.99

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Something About A Bear

Written and illustrated by Marie-Louise Fitzpatrick

Written and illustrated by Jackie Morris

A beautiful large-format gift edition of Jackie Morris’s stunning and evocative celebration of bears

This beautiful, funny picture book perfectly captures the feelings of a child with a new baby in the family.

Once there was Daddy and Mummy and me.

Then there was Daddy and Mummy and me and...

BOO!

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oo can roar, kick and bite. But so can Geraldine. And she's not going

to be left out! She roars very loudly, kicks Mummy and bites Daddy.

Things are looking bad and only Geraldine's toys seem to understand her.

But when Geraldine cries, Baby Boo cries too and suddenly everything changes. "Don't cry, Baby Boo," says Geraldine. "Don't cry."

Now there is Mummy and Daddy and Geraldine and Boo, a happy family who all love each other."

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Don't!

Let me tell you something, something about a bear...

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ere are eight majestic wild bears, brought to life in breathtaking watercolour paintings. Brown Bear, Black Bear, Polar Bear, Sloth Bear, Spectacled Bear,

Sun Bear, Moon Bear, Giant Panda. All are gloriously depicted, with lyrical descriptions of their lives in the wild. But of all the bears in the wild, wide world, which is the best bear of all? Your teddy bear, of course!

Kate Greenaway medallist Jackie Morris, acclaimed illustrator of the international bestseller, The Lost Words, has created this spectacular gallery of bears to instil a love of wild places and a respect for all creatures.

M arie- L ouise F itzpatrick is

is the bestselling author and illustrator, photographer and painter who

one of Ireland's leading children's writer-illustrators, highly

created the international bestseller, The Lost Words, winner of the CILIP Kate

acclaimed internationally. Her awards include Bisto Irish Language Book of the

Greenaway Medal in 2019, with Robert Macfarlane. Her books for Otter-Barry Books

Decade, a US Junior Library Guild Fall Selection and a CILIP Kate Greenaway

include One Cheetah, One Cherry, The Seal Children, The Jackie Morris Book of

nomination for Owl Bat Bat Owl. Her picture books explore the personal

Classic Nursery Rhymes and, with James Mayhew, Can You See a Little Bear?,

journeys of early childhood and the small but life-changing events of that time

Mrs Noah’s Pockets, Mrs Noah’s Garden and Mrs Noah’s Song.

in a child's life. Marie-Louise lives in Dublin.

She lives in Pembrokeshire.

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For A Better World

Eco Girl Written and illustrated by Ken Wilson-Max

Elizabeth Laird Illustrated by Mehrdokht Amini

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Stories of Peace and Kindness Seven wise and wonderful stories from war-torn lands, showing how peace and kindness can make our world a better place ere are seven uplifting stories from Afghanistan, Sudan, Syria, Ethiopia, Palestine and Yemen, and a rare Uighur story from China, collected

and told by the award-winning writer, Liz Laird, with stunning artwork by an internationally acclaimed Iranian illustrator.

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One little girl’s bond with the Baobab trees in her local forest shows how even young children can help to look after trees ve loves all the trees in the forest near her home. She feels their magic, but her favourite is the Baobab tree. If only she could talk to the trees!

Then, on a birthday visit to Grandma, deep in the forest, Eve gets a magical surprise. What could it be? It’s something that Eve must take care of, something

The importance of peace and kindness in our lives shines through these

that will connect her for ever with the forest she loves. Happy birthday, Eco Girl!

timeless, inspirational stories, each of them from a

An inspirational and heart-warming book for younger children that shows the

country with recent experience of war or conflict.

importance of looking after the trees in our world.

This is a beautiful and thoughtful gift book for all ages.

E lizabeth L aird

is a Scottish author who has spent many years gathering and retelling

folktales from all over the world. She has lived and worked in many countries, including Ethiopia, Malaysia, Iraq and Lebanon and set up a project with the Ethiopian Ministry of Education and the British Council to preserve folktales from all over Ethiopia. She is the author of many acclaimed novels and her books have been translated into 25 languages and won many awards. She has been shortlisted six times for the Carnegie Medal. Elizabeth divides her time between Richmond, Surrey and Edinburgh.

M ehrdokht A mini

is an Iranian-born illustrator who has lived in Britain since 2004.

She graduated in Graphic Design at Teheran University. Her book work includes

K en W ilson- M ax , award-winning author and illustrator, was born in Zimbabwe. He came

Golden Dawns and Silver Lanterns and Chicken in the Kitchen which was Best

to the UK to study design and then worked in children’s publishing. He has written

Book at the Children's Africana Book Awards, and is a 'White Ravens' honour book.

and illustrated over 70 books, including the acclaimed Lenny preschool series, and

Mehrdokht lives in London.

Astro Girl (Otter-Barry Books, 2019). He lives in north London

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The Girl Who Became a Tree A Story Told in Poems

Joseph Coelho Illustrated by Kate Milner

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A spellbinding novel told in poems, blending the ancient legend of Theseus and the Minotaur with the quest of a modern-day teenage boy to find his biological father

Joseph Coelho Illustrated by Kate Milner Shortlisted for the CILIP Carnegie Medal 2021 Longlisted for the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal 2021

A powerful and mesmerising exploration of grief and renewal

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The Boy Lost in the Maze

n his new verse novel, Joseph Coelho brilliantly blends Greek myth with a 21st century quest. In Ancient Greece Theseus makes a dangerous

and courageous journey to find his father, finally meeting the Minotaur in the Labyrinth. While Theo, a modern-day teenage boy, finds himself on a maze-like quest to find his own father. Their intertwined stories tell of a boy becoming a man and discovering what true manhood really means.

The path to self-discovery takes Theo through ‘those thin spaces where myth, magic and reality combine’.

Doubts, difficulties and dangers must be faced as Theo discovers the man he will become.

J oseph C oelho

is a performance poet, playwright and author of children’s picture

books and non-fiction. His collection Overheard in a Tower Block (Otter-Barry Books, 2017) was longlisted for the Carnegie Medal and shortlisted for the CLiPPA.

The Girl Who Became a Tree (Otter-Barry Books, 2020) was shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal and won the Bologna Ragazzi Award for Poetry. He lives in Kent.

K ate M ilner

studied illustration at Central St Martin’s before completing an MA in

Children’s Book Illustration at Anglia Ruskin University. Kate won the V&A Illustration Award 2016 and the Klaus Flugge Prize 2018 for My name is not

Refugee. Her most recent book is It's a No-Money Day, which was shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal. Kate lives in Edinburgh. £12.99

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"The judges found this to be a stunning exploration of grief, anger and isolation. The intertwining of the myth of Daphne with a modern narrative strengthens the depth of the story and results in an immersive read with a lasting impact."

Carnegie Medal judging panel 2021 "A highly readable, imaginative tale with a positive message. Coelho's poems are succinct, thoughtprovoking and original."

The Independent 10 Best Kids' Poetry Books "One of the best things I have read this year. The writing and illustration are sublime."

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"Absolutely wonderful."

Booktrust, Book of the Day "The author skilfully reworks the legend of Daphne...into a bleak and emotional YA story of loss and loneliness full of powerful imagery.

It is a thought-provoking book which merges fantasy and reality, inner and outer worlds, and urban and forest landscapes."

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A Cat Called Waverley

Saviour Pirotta Illustrated by Nilesh Mistry

Written and illustrated by Debi Gliori

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Longlisted for the Yoto Kate Greenaway Medal 2022

How can Taro and Yuko help to protect the sea turtles?

This new edition of a classic, pioneering story about turtle conservation is needed today more than ever. aro and Yuko help old Jiro San to clean up the beach, and one amazing evening they discover why their work is so important.

Now the beach is safe, sea turtles come out of the ocean to lay their eggs in the clean sand. And a few weeks later, the children watch the miracle of. baby turtles hatching and scurrying down to the sea.

A poignant and unforgettable story about homelessness and enduring friendship from an internationally renowned picture book creator "Written and illustrated with such empathy and sensitivity, it will surely bring a tear to your eye as you turn the pages of this book. Perhaps even more so when you read at the end that it’s about a real homeless war veteran for whom she wrote the book (as well as for all the countless other homeless people who share our world)."

Red Reading Hub

Malta, he moved to Britain in 1981 and has over 100 books to his credit. He is a winner

"Not just a story about a cat, or about being lost and unloved, it’s asking us to think about war, what it does to those it leaves behind, and how we care for them."

Juno

Scarborough, Yorkshire.

D ebi G liori is a bestselling Scottish writer and illustrator with an international following.

Schools of Art. His colourful and imaginative art can be seen in his illustrations

and The Trouble With Dragons. Debi studied illustration at Edinburgh College of

for books by Michael Morpurgo, Jane Yolen, Jatinder Verma and many others.

Art and is an honorary Doctor of Letters of Strathclyde University. Debi lives near

He lives in London.

Haddington, in Scotland.

N ilesh M istry was born in Mumbai, India, and studied at Harrow and Central St Martin's

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"A story that can encourage thought, reflection and open the door to empathy among its young readers.

There is no attempt to point out a moral or lesson, the story, warm and engaging, is left to speak for itself."

Books for Keeps

"A poignant story about homelessness and friendship."

The National Scot

S aviour P irotta is one of Britain's best known and bestselling writers for children. Born in of the English Association Award (UK) and of the Aesop Award (USA). He lives in

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Turtle Bay

Among her 70 or so books are the Alfie stories, Pure Dead Magic, No Matter What

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NE W I N P APE RB AC K

An Imaginary Menagerie

Matt Goodfellow Illustrated by Yu Rong

Written and illustrated by Roger McGough

N E W I N PO E T R Y

Shu Lin’s Grandpa Shortlisted for the Yoto Kate Greenaway Medal 2022

Ever see an anaconda drive through town on a brand new Honda?

Don't ask him for a ride.

You might end up inside.

Shu Lin, a Chinese immigrant girl, finds it hard to gain acceptance in her new school, until her grandpa saves the day!

"A gentle, reflective book with beautiful illustrations a book about acceptance and the power of art."

Juno "That art is a hugely effective way of helping to develop empathy with other cultures comes across with a quiet power in this story that celebrates the imagination while demonstrating the importance of reaching out to others."

Red Reading Hub Until recently a primary school teacher,

M att G oodfellow

is now a full-time poet who

visits schools across the country to give high-energy performances and workshops.

His first poetry collection for Otter-Barry Books, Chicken on the Roof, received wide acclaim. Caterpillar Cake, for early years and KS1, illustrated by Krina Patel-Sage, was published in 2021. Matt lives in Stockport, Manchester.

Y u R ong has degrees in Chinese Painting and Contemporary Art from Nanjing Normal

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eventy-two gloriously witty poems - an A-Z of real and imaginary animals.

This new edition of Roger McGough's classic poetry collection for young

readers is illustrated by the author.

"Classic Roger McGough … kids love these poems" Guardian "A funny and exciting read, it is sure to have both adults and children laughing alike" Lovereading4kids

R oger M c G ough is one of Britain's most famous and best loved poets. Called 'the patron saint of poetry' by the Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy, Roger is the author of over 50 books bestselling books for children and adults. He was born in Liverpool, and originally

University and in Communication and Design from the Royal College of Art, London.

rose to fame as a member of The Scaffold, the pop music/poetry group whose most

Deeply versed in traditional Chinese art, she has won numerous international awards.

famous song was 'Lily the Pink'. Roger's picture book, Crocodile Tears, illustrated by

Yu Rong’s previous books include Snowflake in my Pocket (with Rachel Bright) and

Greg McLeod, is also published by Otter-Barry Books. He performs his poetry and

Tracks of a Panda (with Nick Dawson). She lives near Cambridge.

music shows in venues across the UK. Roger lives in Barnes, SW London.

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Backlist Poetry

I Am a Poetato

An A-Z of Poems About People, Pets and Other Creatures Written and illustrated by John Hegley

Where Do Wishes Go?

I am a guillemot I use my bill a lot I get the fish out of the wet I eat my fill a lot

Poems by Debra Bertulis Illustrated by Jess Mason

''A fine debut celebrating the reach of poetry in crystalline language.''

Chrissie Gittins, poet ''If you’re looking for magic, nature, adventure, humour and empathy, you'll love this book.''

Jo Bowers, Cardiff Metropolitan University

Stars With Flaming Tails

Weird, Wild & Wonderful

Poems by Valerie Bloom Illustrated by Ken Wilson-Max

The Poetry World of James Carter

''Full of wonder, friendship, nonsense and delight.''

Imogen Russell Williams, Guardian

''Spectacular...this is one not to be missed.''

Just Imagine

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Illustrated by Neal Layton

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Zappy Poems to Read Out Loud James Carter Illustrated by Nicola Colton

Shortisted for CLiPPA Award 2017

''The sort of poetry book that kids can't resist ... a true treat.''

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£7.99lPBl198x129mm 96ppl9781913074395 Age 7+

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Zim Zam Zoom!

itty, zany and thoughtful, this brilliant A-Z of animal poems

will be loved by readers of all ages, including grown-ups.

Presented in a unique scrapbook style, with the author’s own drawings.

"Poems for everyone, for readers of any age to enjoy."

Guardian

J ohn H egley was born in north London and brought up in Luton. He is the author of many bestselling poetry collections for adults and children, including My Dog is a Carrot,

Monsieur Robinet and Stanley’s Stick (with Neal Layton). He started out as a stand-up comedian/poet on the festival and comedy circuit and quickly became a sensation, with a huge fan-base. His family shows, at which he also plays the mandolin, delight audiences of all ages. John lives in north London. £9.99

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The Dictionary of Dads Poems by Justin Coe Illustrated by Steve Wells

''A fantastic book that gathers together just about every type of dad you can think of in a brilliant poetry A-Z.''” Read It, Daddy! £6.99lPBl198x129mm 112ppl9781910959169 Age 7+

The Magic of Mums

Belonging Street

Poems by Justin Coe Illustrated by Steve Wells

Poems and illustrations

by Mandy Coe

''... lovely ... well judged shades of humour, light and sadness ...

Steve Wells's sparky illustrations emphasise the inclusive nature.''

Reading Zone

''Inspiring...celebrates moments, from the arrival of new baby siblings to selfies, encouraging readers to notice and imagine.

It sings; so your heart will too.''

Nicolette Jones, Sunday Times

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Overheard in a Tower Block Poems by Joseph Coelho Illustrated by Kate Milner

Shortlisted for CLiPPA Award 2018 Carnegie Medal longlist 2018

''A powerful and moving poetic narrative about growing up in the city.''

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Backlist Poetry

Poems by They’re all here… every kid in the class.

The pushy one, the shy one.

The whizz kid and the daydreamer.

The kid who runs in his wheelchair.

The tough kid, the poet.

And not forgetting the class hamster.

Illustrations by

This eagerly awaited new collection from an outstanding poet, winner of the CLiPPA Award, is perfectly matched by the amazing wit and inventiveness of the former UK Children’s Laureate.

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BOOKS

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Dinosaurs and Dinner-Ladies

Adder, Bluebell, Lobster

Poems by Paul Cookson Illustrated by Liz Million

Poems by John Dougherty Illustrated by Tom Morgan-Jones

Wild Poems by Chrissie Gittins Illustrated by Paul Bommer

'' ... full of zany offerings to delight both adult readers aloud and primary school readers. Lots of the poems are absolute musts for classroom audience participation.''

Red Reading Hub

''A brilliant debut collection of laugh out loud poems.''

Armadillo £6.99lPBl198x129mm 96ppl9781910959565 Age 7+

£7.99lPBl198x129mm 96ppl9781913074005 Age 3+

''A sheer delight to read aloud ... the vocabulary is superb.''”

Parents in Touch £6.99lPBl198x129mm 96ppl9781910959558 Age 7+

BOOKS

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There's a Crocodile in the House!

Caterpillar Cake

Dear Ugly Sisters

Being Me

Big Green Crocodile

A Kid in My Class

Read Aloud Poems to Brighten Your Day

and other poems

Poems About Thoughts, Worries and Feelings

Jane Newberry Illustrated by Carolina Rabei

Poems by Rachel Rooney Illustrated by Chris Riddell

Matt Goodfellow Illustrated by Krina Patel-Sage

''Beautifully illustrated by Krina Patel-Sage... it's such a perfect collection for Early Readers, get one into your Early Years and KS1 classrooms!''

Charlotte Hacking, CLPE £12.99lHBl275x240mm 32ppl9781913074661 Age 2+

Laura Mucha Illustrated by Tania Rex

Winner of the North Somerset Teachers Book Award 2021 ''A delight - lively, original and covering an eclectic range of subjects.''

Independent Top 10 Kids' Poetry Books £7.99lPBl198x129mm 96ppl9781913074791 Age 6+

Laura Mucha, Liz Brownlee & Matt Goodfellow Illustrated by Victoria Jane Wheeler

Shortlisted for CLiPPA Award 2021 ''A truly MUST-HAVE for anyone spending time with young children. [A] wonderful collection, joyfully illustrated.''

Achuka

''So often books with a ' m essage' are contrived or over-earnest but this is absolutely not the case for Being Me with its authentic £7.99 lPBl275x240mm voices & compassionate clarity...

32ppl9781913074531 This is surely a book for our times.'' Age 1+ Reading Zone

Shortlisted for CLiPPA Award 2019 ''This moreish collection of poems is beautifully written and illustrated.''

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Chicken on the Roof

Dark Sky Park

Where Zebras Go

The Waggiest Tails

Hey, Girl !

The Language of Cat

Moonstruck!

Razzmatazz!

Poems by Matt Goodfellow Illustrated by Hannah Asen

Poems from the Edge of Nature

Poems and illustrations

by Sue Hardy-Dawson

Rachel Rooney Illustrated by Milo Hartnoll

And Other Poems

Edited by Roger Stevens Illustrated by Ed Boxall

The Poetry World of Roger Stevens

Philip Gross Illustrated by Jesse Hodgson

Shortisted for CLiPPA Award 2018

Poems by dogs, with help from Brian Moses and Roger Stevens Illustrated by Ed Boxall

''An inspirational and beautifully illustrated anthology.''

LoveReading4Kids ''A sweet sliver of a book.''

Kate Kellaway, Observer

Roger Stevens Illustrated by Mike Smith

''Rhythm, rhyme, wordplay and whimsy make up this collection of poems about imagination and play and everyday life.

With amusing and inclusive cartoons, its great strengths are its short lines and succinctness.''

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Shortlisted for CLiPPA Award 2019

''This mesmerising anthology had me wondering, learning, looking and so much more.

It's a collection that works on so many levels.''”

Reading Zone 5-star review £6.99lPBl198x129mm 96ppl9781910959886 Age 9+

''A talent that is very special indeed...quite simply, a triumph.''”

Teach Primary £6.99lPBl198x129mm 96ppl9781910959312 Age 7+

''All written from the dogs point of view, this funny and perceptive canine collection will be treasured by dog-lovers of all ages.''

Read It, Daddy! £7.99lPBl198x129mm 96ppl9781910959893 Age 7+

''Superb... These poems are stirring, demonstrating a life of hope and disappointment, rejection and opportunity.…

Bookwagon loves this thoughtful, rousing book.''

Bookwagon £8.99lPBl198x129mm 96ppl9781913074586 Age 12+

Rachel Rooney Illustrated by Ellie Jenkins

Winner of the CLiPPA Award 2012

''Brilliantly inventive and inviting readers to look at the world and things in it, in an entirely fresh way.''

Red Reading Hub £7.99 lPBl198x129mm 96ppl9781913074548 Age 7+

£6.99lPBl198x129mm 96ppl9781910959657 Age 6+

''Inventive, inspiring and funny.''

Nicolette Jones, Sunday Times ''Roger Stevens is my favourite children's poet. You'll love this collection.''

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Jackie Morris

How to be a Tiger

The Universal Zoo

RISING STARS

Poetry for a Change

Mrs Noah's Pockets

Mrs Noah's Garden

Mrs Noah's Song

Poems by George Szirtes Illustrated by Tim Archbold

The Conservation Place at the Far End of Space

New Young Voices in Poetry

A National Poetry Day Anthology

Neal Zetter Illustrated by Will Hughes

Shortlisted for CLiPPA Award 2019

Jackie Morris Illustrated by James Mayhew

Jackie Morris Illustrated by James Mayhew

Jackie Morris Illustrated by James Mayhew

Carnegie longlist 2019 Added to the International Youth Library's prestigious White Ravens list of especially noteworthy books.

''Its exquisitely colourful illustrations, gentle humour and optimism that life can be renewed make this the picture book of the year.''

Amanda Craig, New Statesman

''Third in the superb Mrs Noah series, in which she brings song back into the world and shows the children how to listen and sing.''

Bookseller

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''Though the story itself is wonderfully woven, it is perhaps the vivid and stunningly detailed illustrations which allow the reader to travel back in time to watch the first women compete in the Heraean Games.''

My Shelves are Full £6.99lPBl198x129mm 96ppl9781910959206 Age 5+

''This book is anarchic, unique and lots of fun.. the illustrations are lively and entertaining. Full of tonguetwisting energy. We would certainly recommend this lively collection!''

Armadillo £7.99lPBl198x129mm 96ppl9781913074401 Age 6+

''A vital and pioneering poetry anthology by diverse young writers for diverse readers.

The poets, both BAME and LGBTQI, and have created a volume in which school age readers can finally see their own selves. Soulful, inspiring and uplifting.''

Achuka Best Books of the Year £6.99lPBl198x129mm 96ppl9781910959374 Age 10+

Poems by National Poetry Day Ambassadors Illustrated by Chie Hosaka

''Fascinating reading and gives an excellent insight into what lies behind the poems we enjoy and their writers.''

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''Lyrical, witty, So beautiful, and just a tiny bit subversive.

Superb.''

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Selected, introduced and illustrated by Jackie Morris

''The entire book has a dream-like, timeless quality to it thanks to the exquisite watercolour paintings that grace every spread.''

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One Cheetah, One Cherry

Can you see a Little Bear?

A Book of Beautiful Numbers

James Mayhew Illustrated by Jackie Morris

The Seal Children Written and illustrated

by Jackie Morris

''A particularly decorative counting book.''”

Kate Kellaway, Observer

''Sheer, out of this world bedtime enchantment for both child and adult sharer.''

Red Reading Hub

''A wondrous experience of timeless sea magic and folk-lore ... marvellous, evocative illustrations and lyrical language.''

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Written and illustrated

by Jackie Morris

The Jackie Morris Book of Classic Nursery Rhymes

The Newborn Child Written and illustrated

by Jackie Morris

''A beautiful book, perfect as a gift for any mother-to-be.''

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Backlist Picture Storybooks

The Corinthian Girl

I Love You, Blue

The Creature

Written and illustrated

by Sarah Arnold

Champion Athlete of Ancient Olympia

Written and illustrated

by Barroux

Written and illustrated

by Helen Bate

''A lively and highly entertaining story about sharing, friendship and good manners, with charming illustrations.''”

Parents in Touch

Written and illustrated

by Christina Balit

''A beautiful picture book about a love story between a whale and a lighthouse keeper…impactful and powerful.''

Mini Travellers magazine

''Superbly expressive illustrations show just what the family think of their uninvited guest in this hilarious picture book.''

Parents in Touch

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£11.99lHBl260x240mm 32ppl9781910959350 Age 4+

''Beautiful...a wonderful story...

The illustrations and text are brilliant and whatever age the reader, this will bring real interest and joy.''

Book Monitor £12.99lHBl275x240mm 40pp 9781913074722 Age 6+

Bruno and Bella

The Dance Class The Scooter Written and illustrated by Judy Brown

''Gorgeous characters are a sheer delight...lovely touches of humour.''

Parents in Touch Both £6.99 PB 240x240mm 32pplAge3+ The Dance Classl9781910959336 The Scooterl9781910959329 l

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Six Blind Mice and an Elephant Written and illustrated

by Jude Daly

Surprise! Surprise!

Written and illustrated

by Niki Daly

On My Papa's Shoulders Written and illustrated

by Niki Daly

I Will Not Wear Pink Joyce Dunbar Illustrated by Polly Dunbar

''Beautifully told and imaginatively illustrated, this book should be in all primary schools.''

Books for Keeps

''Delightful illustrations... funny, engaging, and thought-provoking.

Highly recommended for early years.''

English Association

£11.99lHBl270x215mm 32ppl9781910959145 Age 3+

£11.99 HB 240x240mm 32ppl9781910959428 Age 4+

£11.99lHBl275x240mm 32ppl9781910959992 Age 4+

Binky's Time to Fly

Joseph's Cradle

Monster Baby

Wild Wolf

Is it a Mermaid?

Sharmila Collins Illustrated by Carolina Rabei

Written and illustrated

by Jude Daly

Written and illustrated

by Sarah Dyer

Written and illustrated

by Fiona French

Candy Gourlay, illustrated by Francesca Chessa

''Inspired by a true story ... …

It's both moving and a reminder of the importance of continuity and renewal.''

Red Reading Hub

''A perfect book to share when a new baby is on the way.''

Parents in Touch

Inspired by an American First Nation folktale ''Extraordinarily beautiful ...

There are times when it's a real privilege to review a book, when they are so beautifully conceived and presented that they take your breath away. This is one of those books.''”

The Letterpress Project

''A heart-warming book with a powerful message about empathy, kindness, and the joy of working collaboratively and helping each other.''

Booktrust Books We Love £6.99 lPBl275x240mm 32ppl9781910959688 Age 3+

£11.99lHBl235x278mm 32ppl9781910959794 Age 5+

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£11.99lHBl240x240mm 32ppl9781910959084 Age 3+

£12.99lHBl270x215mm 32ppl9781910959930 Age 5+

Humorous, tender and captivating, this is a joyful celebration of the bond between a father and son. £12.99lHBl250x260m 40ppl9781913074456 Age 3+

Backlist Picture Storybooks

How Rude!

''Whether you are five or fifty you are sure to enjoy reading this exhilarating and amusing story together.''

Armadillo £6.99lPBl275x240mm 40ppl9781910959015 Age 3+

''Francesca Chessa's glorious illustrations are full of life and colour, beautiful representations of ocean life that complement the delightful story to perfection.''”

Parents in Touch £7.99 lPBl275x240mm 32ppl9781910959732 Age 3+

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Backlist Picture Storybooks

Mary Hoffman Illustrated by Ros Asquith

''What joy is portrayed here, from Hoffman's direct and sensitive text to the delightful pictures throughout

by Ros Asquith...will be welcomed in families, nurseries and libraries everywhere.''

Books for Keeps 5-star review

Pirate Baby

Fiddle Dee Dee!

Mary Hoffman Illustrated by Ros Asquith

Dianne Hofmeyr Illustrated by Piet Grobler

''A humorous pirate story that manages to convey some subtle messages about gender and role reversal.''

Books for Keeps

''This folk tale from the African continent is a lively read aloud. Grobler's scratchy characters snare the attention...each scene offers a wealth of quirky detail to pore over.''

Red Reading Hub

£6.99lPBl275x240mm 32ppl9781910959633 Age 5+

£12.99lHBl240x240mm 32ppl9781913074708 Age from 12 months

My Daddy is a Silly Monkey Dianne Hofmeyr Illustrated by Carol Thompson

''A joyful celebration of daddies everywhere with appeal and resonance for children and their parents too.''

Books for Keeps

£11.99lHBl275x240mm 32ppl9781910959756 Age 4+

£7.99lPBl275x240mm 32ppl9781910959923 Age 3+

Hello!

A Counting Book of Kindnesses Hollis Kurman Illustrated by Barroux

Endorsed by Amnesty International

''A hopeful picturebook about refugees and the kind gestures that give a journey to a new country a happy ending, told by counting to 10.''

Nicolette Jones, Sunday Times

Just Like You

Beep Beep!

Written and illustrated

by Karin Littlewood

Written and illustrated

by Jo Loring-Fisher

Written and illustrated

by Max Low

''A truly magical tale…

Delicate illustrations accompany the story to perfection.''

Parents in Touch

''Full of empathy, warmth and hope...simply reinforces the message that all children are just like one another.''

Amayah's Diverse Books

£7.99 lPBl275x245mm 32ppl9781910959534 Age 4+

£12.99lHBl270x215mm 32ppl9781913074814 Age 2+

''With playfully quirky illustrations and all those sound making opportunities there's plenty to entertain young audiences here.''”

Red Reading Hub

Immi

Backlist Picture Storybooks

Babies, Babies Everywhere

£12.99lHBl260x240mm 32ppl9781913074692 Age 2+

£11.99lHBl250x250mm 32ppl9781913074999 Age 2+

Storm Dragon

Tiger Walk

The Last Tiger

What's That Noise?

My Friends

Crocodile Tears

Dance, Dolphin, Dance

Once Upon a Tune

Dianne Hofmeyr Illustrated by Carol Thompson

Dianne Hofmeyr Illustrated by Jesse Hodgson

Written and illustrated

by Petr Horáček

Written and illustrated

by Naomi Howarth

Written and illustrated

by Max Low

A California Ocean Adventure

Stories from the Orchestra

''A MUST to share with foundation stage listeners.

They will delight in joining in.''

Red Reading Hub

''Wonderfully atmospheric illustrations reflect the story perfectly...A lovely reassuring story about overcoming bedtime fears a perfect story to share.''

Parents in Touch

''A powerful, thought-provoking story about freedom, animal rights and conservation. Young readers will be captivated...

A beautiful picture book for young children with a serious message for adults.''

Carousel

''This quirky, playful look at friendship offers a great starting point for exploring the topic with young listeners who will readily relate to rising star, Max Low's bold bright images.''”

Red Reading Hub

Written and illustrated

by Patricia MacCarthy

Written and illustrated

by James Mayhew

''An enchanting and memorable journey through the vast depths of the Pacific Ocean a richly interactive and satisfying experience.''”

Just Imagine

''A vibrant collection...This book is a rich introduction to international fairytales and to classical music.''

Nicolette Jones, Sunday Times Book of the Week

£7.99lPBl240x275mm 32ppl9781913074753 Age 4+

£11.99lHBl275x240mm 32ppl9781910959718 Age 5+

''Beautiful...the pictures are just perfect and Magnus (which, by the way, is THE best name for a seal) is so wonderfully expressive, you can't help but fall in love.''

Let Them Be Small .£11.99lHBl275x240mm

Roger McGough Illustrated by Greg McLeod

£12.99lHBl260x300mm 32ppl9781910959244 Age 3+

£16.99lHBl290x250mm 96ppl9781913074036 Age 5+

£12.99lHBl240x275mm 32ppl9781913074968 Age 3+

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32ppl9781910959701 Age 3+

£11.99lHBl260x240mm 32ppl9781910959824 Age 2+

''This is quite genuinely the funniest picture book I've read in a very long time!

Hilarious rhyming text, lots of visual fun and silliness too! Absolutely delightful.''

The Reading Realm £12.99lHBl210x298mm 40ppl9781913074975 Age 3+

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Backlist Picture Storybooks

Wendy Meddour Illustrated by Cindy Wume

''Full of spirit and exuding energy from cover to cover, this is the story of how a strong-minded young Princess Bess tosses aside gender stereotyping norms.''

Red Reading Hub £12.99lHBl275x240m 32ppl9781913074012 Age 4+

Dreamer

Only a Tree Knows

Wanda

Please, Mr Magic Fish!

Pattan's Pumpkin

Brian the Brave

A Little Bit of Hush

Brian Moses Illustrated by Bee Willey

How to Be a Tree

Sihle Nontshokweni and Mathabo Tlali Illustrated by Chantelle and Burgen Thorne

Written and illustrated

by Jessica Souhami

An Indian Flood Story

Paul Stewart Illustrated by Jane Porter

Paul Stewart Illustrated by Jane Porter

''A visual delight with vibrant illustrations and an appealingly childlike painterly style, richly coloured and full of detail.''”

Books for Keeps 5-star review

Winner of the Derby Children's Picture Book Award 2020 ''A cracking celebration of courage, self-belief, acceptance, co-operation, difference and friendship.''

Red Reading Hub

A story celebrating mindfulness and quiet moments in a noisy world.

£7.99lPBl275x240mm 32ppl9781910959848 Age 4+

£7.99 lPBl275x240mm 32ppl9781913074562 Age 3+

Riding a Donkey Backwards

''A wonderful and wondrous starting point for discussions about protecting our precious planet, and on sharing the earth’s resources.''”

Red Reading Hub £6.99lPBl275x240mm 32ppl9781910959855 Age 4+

Written and illustrated

by Mary Murphy

''A wonderful book about what makes everything around us special and unique.''

Seven Stories, The Centre for Children's Books £7.99lPBl275x240mm 32ppl9781913074524 Age 3+

''Heartwarming and uplifting, with themes of selfconfidence and identity.''

Bookseller

''A wonderful independent and read-aloud story, which children will most definitely love.''”

Just Imagine

£12.99lHBl275x240mm 32ppl9781913074470 Age 4+

£11.99lHBl240x240mm 32ppl9781910959183 Age 4+

Wings!

Paul

Stewar

W i ng s !

The King With Dirty Feet

Travels with My Granny

Sally Pomme Clayton Illustrated by Rhiannon Sanderson

Juliet Rix Illustrated by Christopher Corr

Winner of the Oxfordshire Picture Book Award 2019

''A sensitive issue, handled with great insight and compassion, helping children to gain a perspective on the troubling issue of dementia.''”

Parents in Touch

''A delightful, funny retelling of an Indian folktale...perfect for reading aloud...a great story to use to help introduce children to traditional tales.''

Teach Primary £7.99lPBl275x240mm 32ppl9781913074982 Age 4+

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Chitra Soundar Illustrated by Frané Lessac

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Gerald the Lion

Wings!

You Can!

Nandana dev Sen Illustrated by Pippa Curnick

Written and illustrated

by Jessica Souhami

Paul Stewart Illustrated by Jane Porter

Alex Strick Illustrated by Steve Antony

''A lovely, warm-hearted book ... perfect for sharing, with gorgeous illustrations to enjoy.''”

Parents in Touch

''This heart-warming picture book shows children that everyone has something they’re good at. It's simply a matter of finding what it is.''

Chris Riddell, Guardian

'' Hugely empowering and inspiring, this a book that needs to be in every home and classroom. Children and adults will love the gentle humour and playfulness in Steve's illustrations.'' – Red Reading Hub Picture Book of the Day

£6.99 PB 240x240mm 32ppl9781910959022 Age 2+ l

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£12.99lHBl275x240mm 32ppl9781913074494 Age 3+

Jane Porter

Kangaroo Kisses

''A lovely bedtime picture book. Lively rhyming text and colourful illustrations make this great for sharing.''

Reading Zone

Backlist Picture Storybooks

Not in That Dress, Princess!

£6.99lPBl275x240mm 32ppl9781910959046 Age 3+

£12.99lHBl265x260mm 40ppl9781913074609 Age 5+

Wise and Foolish Tales of Mulla Nasruddin Retold by Sean Taylor and Khayaal Theatre Illustrated by Shirin Adl

''Muslim culture is portrayed in its richness ... Highly recommended.''

INIS £8.99lPBl270x215mm 48ppl9781913074944 Age 4+

Astro Girl Written and Illustrated

by Ken Wilson-Max

Winner of the STEAM Book Prize 2020

''A diverse and aspirational picture book, radiating positivity and parental love...

All the elements of this book will be sure to get Early Years children excited. A great read-aloud to the class for those looking for a bit more to discuss.''

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Backlist Picture Storybooks

Backlist Fiction

The The The The

Carnivorous Crocodile Mud Monster Yum Yum Tree Fussy Flamingo

Jonnie Wild Illustrated by Brita Granström

The Five Flamingos Series ''Vibrantly illustrated...a lovely introduction to African animals, with royalties supporting wildlife conservation.''

Parents in Touch ''Fantastically funny…Brita's hilarious scenes heighten the drama of Jonnie's text with its playful language and plethora of speech bubbles.''

Red Reading Hub All PBl275x250mml32pplAge 3+ The Carnivorous Crocodilel£7.99l9781910959916 The Mud Monsterl£6.99l9781910959862 The Yum Yum Treel£6.99 l9781910959831 The Fussy Flamingol£7.99l9781913074487

Here Comes Lolo Hooray For Lolo You're A Star, Lolo Fly High, Lolo Written and illustrated by Niki Daly

''Sparky stories all, with lots of gentle humour that will win Lolo lots of friends among young readers.''”

Red Reading Hub ''The outstanding feature of this series is that very few books for children of this age combine a highly readable tone and a feisty young character of colour.''”

IBBY UK All PBl198x129mml80pplAge 5+ Here Comes Lolol£6.99l9781910959770 Hooray For Lolol£6.99l9781910959695 You're A Star, Lolol£6.99l9781913074913 Fly High, Lolol£7.99l9781913074579

Saving Hanno

Corey's Rock

A Refugee Boy and His Dog

Sita Brahmachari Illustrated by Jane Ray

Miriam Halahmy Illustrated by Karin Littlewood

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Endorsed by Amnesty International

''A fantastic addition to World War 2 and Holocaust literature for children aged 7-11.''

Just Imagine

''A moving and beautifully written story about grief and coping with change.''”

Books for Keeps 5-star review

£7.99lPBl198x129mm 128ppl9781913074685 Age 7+

£10.99lHBl200x150mm 96ppl9781910959978 Age 9+

Nikhil and Jay Save the Day Nikhil and Jay The Star Birthday Chitra Soundar, illustrated by Soofiya

''A perfect first chapter book for new independent readers. It’s a series of stories about two brothers in a British Asian family. The stories are funny, gentle, real & make you hungry! Don’t worry though, recipes are included!''

Jo Bowers, Cardiff Metropolitan University Both £7.99lPBl198x129mml96pplAge 5+ Save the Dayl9781913074623 The Star Birthdayl9781913074616

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Backlist Graphic Novels

Backlist Non Fiction

The Lost Child of Chernobyl

Peter in Peril

Me And Mrs Moon

Invisible Nature

Red Alert!

Water

How the Borks Became

Courage and Hope in World War Two

Written and illustrated

by Helen Bate

A Secret World Beyond our Senses

Fifteen Endangered Animals Fighting to Survive

Protect Freshwater to Save Life on Earth

An Adventure in Evolution

Written and illustrated

by Helen Bate

Written and illustrated

by Helen Bate

Catherine Barr Illustrated by Anne Wilson

Catherine Barr Illustrated by Anne Wilson

''A hugely affecting graphic novel for older children...highly relevant to the present and future dilemmas facing us all, with its themes of survival and healing.''

Red Reading Hub

Endorsed by Amnesty International An USBBY Honor title

''One of the most impressive, important and sensitive children's stories about dementia that we've seen so far.''

Read It, Daddy!

Winner of the Teach Primary Non-fiction Award 2020

Inspired and endorsed by IUCN, International Union for the Conservation of Nature

Catherine Barr Illustrated by Christiane Engel

A Graphic Novel

Special Gift

£12.99lHBl250x180mm 56ppl9781913074715 Age 8+

''Engrossing, and superbly told in graphic format.''

Books for Keeps £8.99lPBl250x180mm 48ppl9781910959039 Age 8+

£12.99lHBl250x180mm 48ppl9781910959947 Age 7+

''A fascinating combination of natural history and scientific principles.''

Achuka Book of the Day £8.99lPBl240x275m 40ppl9781913074371 Age 6+

Endorsed by Frank Water

''An exceptional non-fiction '' ... interactive and flexible ... … book...Inspirational and beautifully illustrated."

The stories really bring the Jo Bowers, Cardiff creatures alive for children.''

Metropolitan University Reading Rocks £8.99lPBl300x220mm 48ppl9781913074920 Age 5+

£12.99lHBl275x240mm 32ppl9781913074463 Age 6+

Jonathan Emmett Illustrated by Elys Dolan

Winner of the STEAM Book Prize 2019

''A fab way to introduce ideas of evolution and natural selection to children.''

Teach Primary ''Fantastically funny with wonderfully vibrant illustrations.''

BookTrust Books We Love £6.99lPBl275x240mm 32ppl9781910959664 Age 5+

SPECIAL GIFT

Mig rations

Fearless

Books! Books! Books!

Open Hearts, Open Borders

The Story of Daphne Caruana Galizia

Explore Inside the Greatest Library on Earth

Written and illustrated

by Gattaldo

Written and illustrated

by Mick Manning and Brita Granström

With an introduction by Shaun Tan

Endorsed by Amnesty International and IBBY

''Everyone needs a copy of Migrations; it reaches out to us all, offering another beacon on the uphill climb towards the creation of a better world for everyone, young, old and in-between.''

Red Reading Hub £9.99lHBl135x195mml112ppl9781910959800 Ages: All

Endorsed by Amnesty International and Reporters without Borders

''Words and pictures work perfectly together to give ''I love the power of this book... children a vivid sense of the the message is clear and simple: greatest library in the world.''”

Love Reading fight injustice; do not give up, be true to yourself." £14.99lHBl278x235mm 48ppl9781910959985 Juno £12.99lHBl270x215mm 32ppl9781913074043 Age 6+

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Age 7+

The History of Prehistory

Women Who Led The Way

An adventure through 4 billion years of life on earth!

Great Explorers and Adventurers

Mick Manning and Brita Granström

''A real treat of a book, stretching back into the distant past with a truly unique perspective on prehistory that isn't just your average dinosaur book.''

Read It, Daddy! £12.99 HB 278x235mm 48ppl9781910959763 Age 7+ l

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Written and illustrated

by Mick Manning and Brita Granström

''Mick Manning and ..

Brita Granstrom's approach to non-fiction for younger children has revolutionised our bookshelves.''

Lindsay Fraser, Scotsman £12.99lHBl278x235mm 48ppl9781913074432 Age 7+

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