Homecoming
February 16, 2027 978-0-80285-666-1 Hardcover 11.4 in H | 7.6 in W 56 Pages $19.99 Juvenile Fiction
A Ukrainian white stork journeys home in this wordless testament to war's environmental cost and nature's boundless hope. Over a blue-and-yellow shoreline flies a white stork: Ukraine's symbol of spring, peace, and well-being. The sky is full of fire and smoke, but the stork soars onward. It flies over minefields, flooded neighborhoods, and thousands of bombed-out buildings. Yet all this violence cannot stop the stork from finding its way home. Shaped by news stories, the author's heritage, and her authentic experiences of the Russo-Ukrainian War, Homecoming is a wordless picture book tribute to hope amidst the environmental impact of global violence. Winkler's arresting watercolor landscapes provide an engaging backdrop for discussions of both historic and current conflicts and their ecological impacts. Back matter includes an author's note and information about the ramifications of war for ecosystems around the world.
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Margaryta Winkler is an awardwinning Ukrainian artist and illustrator currently based in Vancouver, Canada. When Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, she was too overwhelmed to make art about her new reality of explosions and air strike sirens. But when she received a Fulbright grant to study at the Rhode Island School of Design, Margaryta found a way to turn her interest in birds and love of watercolor landscapes into a story of loss and hope. Follow Margaryta on Instagram @margarytawinkler and visit her website at margarytawinkler.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS A TIMELY, AWE-INSPIRING WORDLESS PICTURE BOOK: This moving story of a Ukrainian white stork returning home covers startling and unexpected impacts of war; it releases right before the 5th anniversary of the Russo-Ukrainian War. THE ENVIRONMENTAL COST OF WAR IS AN ENGAGING, URGENT THEME: Since the Russian invasion, Ukraine's nature reserves have been harmed and animal species are threatened, with many on the brink of extinction. Most young readers don't think about this when they think about war. STORY AND CREATOR ARE AUTHENTICALLY UKRAINIAN: A native Ukrainian, Winkler created the book after the Russian invasion and her subsequent move to study at the Rhode Island School of Design. ARTWORK IS SWEEPING, IMPACTFUL: Winkler's watercolor landscapes tell a complete, dramatic story with movement and emotion.
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The Trojan War
March 2, 2027 978-0-80285-664-7 Hardcover 8.3 in H | 5.5 in W 132 Pages $21.99 Graphic Novel Fiction
Homer's Greek epic of love and revenge comes alive for a new generation in this vibrant graphic novel adaptation. The goddesses Hera, Athena, and Aphrodite once held a beauty contest—and ended up starting a war! The armies of Greece fought the city of Troy, with each side led by renowned heroes like Hector, Achilles, and Odysseus. Only the most famous trick of all time—the Trojan Horse—could put an end to ten years of fighting. Author Nicolás Schuff and illustrator Mariana Ruiz Johnson follow The Adventures of Odysseus with another vibrant, lively retelling of a Homerian epic. Perfect for mythology-hungry fans of Rick Riordan’s Percy Jackson series, this action-packed edition features a fresh artistic interpretation with bold graphics and engaging side panels introducing key characters. Originally published in Argentina and translated from Spanish by Lawrence Schimel.
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Nicolás Schuff is an Argentinian author of many books for children, including The Adventures of Odysseus: A Graphic Novel of The Odyssey, which received a starred review from Kirkus and was selected as a Kirkus notable fall release. He lives in Buenos Aires. Follow him on Instagram @pajarofantasma. Mariana Ruiz Johnson has created or co-created numerous books for children, including The Adventures of Odysseus, The Book that Kibo Wrote, Xolo, and Run, Little Chaski! Her titles have received numerous starred reviews and have been published in North America, South America, Asia, and Europe. Mariana lives in Argentina, where she teaches illustration at the University of Buenos Aires. Follow her on Instagram @marianaruizjohnson.
KEY SELLING POINTS A MUCH-ANTICIPATED FOLLOW-UP TO THE ADVENTURES OF ODYSSEUS. FOR FANS OF CHRISTOPHER NOLAN'S "THE ODYSSEY": Releasing after the huge movie adaptation, scheduled for streaming in Winter 2027. ICONIC CHARACTERS like Achilles, Paris, Agamemnon, and of course, the horse! A LIVELY, ADVENTUROUS ADAPTATION FOR YOUNGER READERS: This graphic novel adaptation is fun and action-packed, ideal for reluctant readers and Percy Jackson fans. A MUST FOR MYTHS, FABLES, AND LEGENDS CURRICULUM: The graphic novel format is a perfect introduction for and supplement to upper elementary and middle school myths, fables, and legends curriculum.
Lawrence Schimel has written or translated over 300 books, including The Adventures of Odysseus, 9 Kilometers, and the Batchelder Honor Book Different. His works have received many awards, including three PEN Translates Awards, two SCBWI Crystal Kite Awards, and two Américas Award Honors. Lawrence lives in Madrid, Spain. Follow him on Bluesky @lawrenceschimel.bksy.social.
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Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
March 16, 2027 978-0-80285-667-8 Hardcover 12.8 in H | 7 in W 216 Pages $27.99 Juvenile Fiction
"Few artists manage to reinvent Wonderland; Isabelle Simler does so brilliantly." - Lewis Carroll Society of France Since its first publication in 1865, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland has enchanted the world—but never quite like this. With her signature style, acclaimed illustrator Isabelle Simler breathes new life into Alice's adventures. Meet iconic characters like the Caterpillar, White Rabbit, Cheshire Cat, and the Queen of Hearts, reimagined amid classic scenes like Alice's descent down the rabbit hole, the Mad Hatter's tea party, and the Hearts' flamingo-croquet game. Carroll's classic text is on full display along with fresh, playful, and immersive art throughout the story. Simler's interpretation also includes mesmerizing wordless spreads and an intriguing opening for each chapter. The book was originally published in France, where it was released to wide acclaim.
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Lewis Carroll was the pen name of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson (1832–1898), an English novelist, mathematician, and poet. He is best known as the author of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland (1865), one of the most beloved and influential works of Victorian English literature. The book began on a boating trip as a story for a girl named Alice Liddell and her friends, and Dodgson’s friends encouraged him to publish the tale for other children to enjoy. In the over 150 years since Alice’s first publication, the book has been adapted for the stage and screen numerous times and has inspired countless stories, songs, and other works of art. The book has never been out of print.
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Isabelle Simler has illustrated over twenty children’s books, including the New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Book Plume, the Batchelder Honor Book Home, and acclaimed titles The Blue Hour, My Wild Cat, and A Perfect Spot. In starred reviews from Kirkus, School Library Journal, Booklist, and other publications, her work has been called “exceptional,” “stunning,” and “exquisitely detailed.” Isabelle lives in Paris. Follow her on Instagram @isabellesimler and visit her website at isabellesimler.com.
ALICE'S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND IS A TIMELESS FAVORITE: There are millions of fans around the world, fans of all ages. THE BOOK'S ART IS DAZZLING, WHIMSICAL: Simler's interpretation is vibrant and eye-popping—a singular interpretation. THE LEWIS CARROLL SOCIETY IS A BIG FAN: The French chapter said, "If you only buy one Alice this year, make it this one: it will fill you with wonder." ISABELLE SIMLER IS A BELOVED, AWARD-WINNING ARTIST AND AUTHOR: Simler's works have earned NYT/NYPL Best Illustrated, Batchelder, and other honors. A PERFECT GIFT: The book's oversized, deluxe art-book packaging makes it gift ready.
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Grandpa’s Cats
March 23, 2027 978-0-80285-669-2 Hardcover Picture Book 10.3 in H | 8.3 in W 52 Pages $19.99 Juvenile Fiction
Grandma hates cats—but what if they're just the right friends to help her heal after a loss? After Grandpa's death, Grandma can't stand the stray cats he used to adore. But soon tabbies, calicos, and tuxedo cats are sneaking into the house while she sleeps. Grandma doesn't notice them, and yet cats are everywhere: under her chair, by the fridge, even on the roof! One day, just as Grandma is starting to forget the way home, she also starts to forget how much she hates cats. Maybe now the cats can start taking care of Grandma…just like Grandpa planned. This book is perfect for cat lovers, but what makes it truly memorable is its tender exploration of grief, loneliness, aging, and dementia. Originally published in Taiwan, Grandpa's Cats is translated from Chinese by Michelle Kuo.
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Chih-Hao Yen is a Taiwanese writer of novels, fairy tales, songs, and picture books for children. He holds a doctorate in children’s literature and has earned numerous awards in Taiwan, including the Chiu Ko Modern Children's Literature Award, the Showwe Youth Literature Award, and the Ministry of Education's Literary Creation Award. Grandpa’s Cats is Chih-Hao’s first book published in English. Hui-Yin Hsueh is a Taiwanese illustrator and occasional ceramicist who draws inspiration from people, plants, and everyday landscapes. Her work has been selected for the Bologna Children’s Book Fair Illustration Exhibition and has received two Book Design Golden Butterfly Honor Awards. Grandpa’s Cats is HuiYin’s English-language debut. Follow her on Instagram @huiyin_hseuh.
KEY SELLING POINTS THE ORIGINAL EDITION WAS A BESTSELLER AND AWARDWINNER: The original Taiwanese edition of Grandpa's Cats topped children's bestsellers lists and received the Good Books Everyone Reads Best Children's and Youth Book Award. It was also selected for The White Ravens and has been translated into nine languages. A TENDER EXPLORATION OF LOSS, AGING, AND DEMENTIA: A compassionate, yet humorous SEL story for children and families with aging grandparents/memory loss. TRANSLATOR IS A WELL-KNOWN VOICE OF TAIWAN: Michelle Kuo's writing has appeared in The Guardian, The New York Times, Paris Review, Los Angeles Review of Books, New York Review of Books, etc. A MUST FOR FANS OF LATE TODAY, ARTHUR'S CAT: This book is all heart and adorable cats!
Michelle Kuo is a professor at National Chengchi University in Taipei and an editor at the publishing initiative Books from Taiwan. She is the author of Reading with Patrick, and her writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Guardian, and other major publications. Grandpa’s Cats is Michelle’s North American debut as a translator. She currently lives in Taipei, Taiwan, with her family and a talkative orange tabby. Follow her on Instagram @kuokuomich.
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I Want to Eat (With) You
April 13, 2027 978-0-80285-653-1 Hardcover Picture Book 10.5 in H | 8.5 in W 56 Pages $19.99 Juvenile Fiction
A mythical—and HUNGRY—monster meets an impulsive Iranian-American schoolboy in this hilarious tale of food, friendship, and self-control. Deep within the wild woods, the ravenous Ifrit eats and eats until there's nothing left. So he clomps over to the city, hungry for something new. At last, the Ifrit reaches an elementary school, where he feasts his eyes on a lonely, restless kid named Kaveh. Kaveh feels different from his classmates; everything he does just seems to annoy them. Maybe eating Kaveh would help, thinks the Ifrit. But just as the beast opens his jaws, Kaveh asks him to play. Inspired by Persian mythology and the author's experiences as an elementary educator, I Want to Eat (With) You is a laugh-out-loud, yet meaningful tale about food, friendship, and impulse control. It's an ideal read aloud, especially for social-emotional learning, neurodivergent children, and for kids who struggle with making friends.
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Ryan Bani Tahmaseb is a veteran educator who has served as a school librarian, English teacher, and educational consultant, specializing in supporting 2e (twice-exceptional) students, especially those with ADHD. The son of an Iranian immigrant, Ryan is also the author of the collection Persian Mythology, the Bank Street College Best Book Rostam’s Picture Day Pusteen, and the nonfiction book The 21st Century School Library. He lives in Maine with his family. Follow Ryan on Instagram @ryanbanitahmaseb and visit his website at ryantahmaseb.com.
KEY SELLING POINTS A LAUGH-OUT-LOUD READ ALOUD: SEL themes of neurodiversity, impulsivity, and friendship are handled with tenderness and humor. Haghi's artwork includes hilarious details. AUTHOR RYAN BANI TAHMASEB IS AN EMERGING STAR IN KIDLIT: He's the author of Persian Mythology, the Bank Street College Best Book Rostam's Picture Day Pusteen, and the nonfiction book The 21st Century School Library. TAHMASEB IS INTIMATELY ACQUAINTED WITH SCHOOLS AND NEURODIVERSITY: Author is a veteran educator who has been a school librarian, English teacher, and educational consultant, specializing in twice-exceptional students, especially those with ADHD. A GREAT AAPI MONTH READ: Author and illustrator have Iranian heritage; the ifrit is based on Persian mythlogy. PERFECT FOR FANS OF SHREK AND WE DON'T EAT OUR CLASSMATES
Parastou Haghi was born in Iran, grew up in France, and now lives in Montreal, Canada. She studied painting at Tehran University and received a Master of Arts degree from the Université du Québec à Montréal. Parastou has created art for the picture book Lullaby for Baby Bear and the novel The Blue Dress, as well as many other titles published in French. Her work received top honors at the Biannual Noma Concours for Picture Book Illustrations in Japan and at an international graphic design competition in Italy. Follow Parastou on Instagram @parastou.haghi and visit her website at parastouhaghi.blogspot.com.
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Hunger Fighter
April 20, 2027 978-0-80285-606-7 Hardcover Picture Book 11 in H | 8.5 in W 52 Pages $19.99 Juvenile Nonfiction World
The inspiring biography of Maria Orosa, a WWII-era chemist who invented life-saving food preservation methods and created banana ketchup. When Maria Orosa was growing up in the Philippines in the early twentieth century, she saw people starving for food—while fresh fruits and vegetables rotted in the jungle. So Maria embarked on a study of food science that would save the lives of her fellow Filipinos. When World War II came to her homeland, Maria fought hunger with her experiments—and brought people joy with inventions like her famous banana ketchup. With art as colorful as the tropical Philippines, plus kid-friendly explanations of microbes and Maria's scientific process, Hunger Fighter introduces a leader who used her love of chemistry to transform her community. Back matter includes a timeline of events, a recipe for inventing your own banana ketchup, and notes about food science, colonialism, and Maria's achievements.
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Jacqueline Chio-Lauri is a writer and anthologist who has worn many different hats, including teacher, science scholar, and restaurateur. Her books include the picture book biography Mami King, a Junior Library Guild Selection, as well as the cookbooks The New Filipino Kitchen and We Cook Filipino. Jacqueline discovered Maria’s story while researching The New Filipino Kitchen and found Maria so inspiring that she started drafting Hunger Fighter. Born and raised in the Philippines, Jacqueline lived in seven different countries before settling in Manchester, England. Visit her website at myfoodbeginnings.com or follow her on Instagram @myfoodbeginnings.
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Kristin Sorra has illustrated numerous books for children, including Mami King (also with Jacqueline ChioLauri), No Dogs Allowed, and Little Golden Book Biographies of Barack Obama and Colin Powell. While creating this book’s art, Kristin used countless reference photos to help her recreate Maria’s world. Kristin currently lives in the New York Hudson Valley. Visit her website at kristinsorra.com and follow her on Instagram @kristinsorra.
THE STORY OF A RELATIVELY UNKNOWN, YET GROUNDBREAKING WOMAN SCIENTIST: Maria Orosa was a WWII hero for her food preservation work, and she invented banana ketchup! IDEAL FOR AAPI MONTH: The subject, author, and illustrator of the book have Filipino heritage. AUTHOR IS A FOOD WRITER AND SCIENTIST: Chio-Lauri has been a teacher, science scholar, and restauranteur. She has also written two Filipino cookbooks. ART IS VIVID AND FULL OF FOOD: Sorra's bright art effectively evokes Filipino culture and will be a smorgasbord of fun for foodies. A STORY OF COMMUNITY AND HUMANITY: Orosa's scientific research and findings helped save her Filipino community during WWII. BACKMATTER IS PLENTIFUL: More about the story, food science, a timeline, bibliography, and how to invent your own banana ketchup!
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