UNDERWATER PREDATORS
In between the islands lives the thresher shark, whose slender tail makes up half of their body length. The striking black marlin also swims in these waters, growing to the length of more than two people and swimming at the same speed that cheetahs can run.
THRESHER SHARK
Alopias vulpinus
CLOWNFISH
DID YOU KNOW?
The transparent sea gooseberry is made up of 99 per cent water. It is almost invisible in the ocean, and moves by pulsating the tiny hairs along its body, creating a rainbow of colours!
SEA GOOSEBERRY
Pleurobrachia bachei
Amphiprion ocellaris
BLACK MARLIN Istiompax indica
UNIQUE FISH
TROPIC OF CAPRICORN
MANDARINFISH Synchiropus splendidus
The clownfish has an amazing ability. If the only female dies or leaves its group, one of the males transforms into a female to take her place. The mandarinfish also stands out due to its beautifully striking markings. These serve as a warning to predators as they taste horrible!
GIANT CLAM
Tridacna gigas
OLIVE SEA SNAKE Aipysurus laevis
North Pacific Ocean
South Pacific Ocean
Samoa
Tonga Cook Islands
French Polynesia
Children will love exploring the Amazon rainforest with simple facts and playful illustrations, in this third book in the series that looks at how our animal friends spend their day.
A little black spider monkey swings through the rainforest with his mother by his side. Along the way he meets the other inhabitants of the rainforest, from colourful birds in the skies to curious dolphins in the river, all sharing this small corner of our blue planet.
Ella Bailey is an illustrator and writer who graduated from Falmouth University, UK with a First Class Honours in illustration. She focuses on creating charming character-based illustrations.
‘A
Non-fiction | 3 to 7 HB | 32pp | 270 x 230mm | £11.99
‘Appealing illustrations and plenty of factual information.’ — Booktrust
See how the horse evolved from its ancient relatives, learn about famous horses from history and discover interesting facts along the way in this elegantly illustrated book.
From the earliest cave paintings of wild horses to domesticated ones today, horses have been a huge part of human history. Readers will journey through the history of horse and human interaction and explore our relationship with these spirited and beautiful animals.
Jarom Vogel is an illustrator, designer and digital artist. Originally enrolling at Brigham Young University to study dentistry, he soon gave in to his childhood passion for drawing and switched to an illustration major. He now works freelance and lives in Utah.
Iris Volant is a researcher and writer for Flying Eye Books, specialising in non-fiction for children. She lives in London.
HORSE GAITS
Horses can move in four ways, called ‘gaits’. Here you can see the different strides a horse takes in each gait.
1. Walk - The slowest gait, which is used for strolling around the field.
much energy.
need to rest.
2. Trot - Used by working horses, as it does not use up too
3. Canter - A faster, controlled gait that sounds like three quick beats.
4. Gallop - The fastest speed. Can only be used for short distances before they
Professor Astro Cat and the gang are about to set off on a journey around our solar system — so buckle up and join the tour!
Did you know that Venus is covered in volcanoes? Have you ever wondered why Mars is red? Well, you’re in luck! Young readers can discover the wonders of our solar system as they travel to each planet in turn, learning simple facts with bright, bold pictures.
August 2017 | Non-fiction | 5 to 7
HB | 32pp | 240 x 240mm | £9.99
ISBN 978-1-911171-37-9
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ALSO IN THE SERIES, FOR OLDER READERS…
Non-fiction | 7 to 11 HB | 64pp | 290 x 290mm | £15.99 ISBN 978-1-909263-07-9
Dr Dominic Walliman loves explaining science. As well as writing the awardwinning Professor Astro Cat books he produces popular science videos on his YouTube channel, Domain of Science.
‘Professor Astro Cat packs in a whole lot of amazing science.’ — the Guardian
Activity | 7 to 11
PB | 88pp | 280 x 225mm | £9.99
ISBN 978-1-909263-46-8
Now available on the App Store, Google Play, and Amazon
Professor Astro Cat’s Solar System
Webby Award winner, Cybil Award winner, and Best of 2016 on the App Store.
Ben Newman is an award-winning illustrator who has racked up an impressive list of clients including Penguin, the BBC, and the New York Times, among many others.
Dominic Walliman &
Ben Newman
JoinMarcy as she decodes hieroglyphs, solves puzzles, and learns about the ancient gods of Egypt in this thrilling second book in the Brownstone’s Mythical Collection series.
Marcy’s father, Arthur, is a world-famous adventurer, but she doesn’t quite share his enthusiasm for exploration. Determined to bring out her adventurous side, Arthur sets off to find the legendary Book of Thoth. When he doesn’t return, Marcy must follow in Arthur’s footsteps. Can she overcome her deepest fears and save her father?
Joe Todd-Stanton grew up in Brighton and studied at UWE Bristol, receiving a first class degree in Illustration. He has worked for clients such as Oxford University Press, Usborne Publishing and Aquila magazine.
‘A beautiful, immersive introduction to Norse mythology’ — the Guardian
Fiction| 5 to 9
HB | 56pp | 190 x 260mm | £12.99
ISBN 978-1-911171-03-4
Joe Todd-Stanton
Silly rhymes and charming illustrations abound in this tale that encourages children to eat more fruit and vegetables.
Hugo the vampire craves red, juicy meat for every meal! But when his eating habits leave him feeling sluggish and bored, he goes on the prowl for something new... Maybe those strange-looking things growing in the garden aren’t as bad as they look?
Scott Emmons worked as a writer for Hallmark Cards for sixteen years, authoring several children's books. He now works at JibJab, writing topical humour videos and children's songs.
Mauro Gatti is currently the Digital Creative Director for StoryBots, a part of JibJab. He also works as an illustrator featured across magazines, adverts, books and apps.
Thisanarchic re-imagining of 'The Twelve Days of Christmas' is the perfect festive book for those with a mischievous sense of humour!
Prince Morris is used to getting everything he wants, and this Christmas he wants the biggest and best present ever. His parents try to do everything they can to please him… with disastrous consequences!
Amélie Falière grew up in Burgundy and moved to Paris to study illustration. She focuses on simple, vibrant images with a retro feel.
Joshua Seigal is an award-winning poet, performer and educator. He has worked with hundreds of schools, nurseries, libraries and festivals across the UK.
October 2017 | Picture Book | 3 to 5 32pp | 240 x 240mm | HB £9.99 | ISBN 978-1-911171-06-5
Picture Book | 0 to 3
32pp | 240 x 240mm | HB | £9.99
ISBN 978-1-911171-11-9
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Thefourth in Luke Pearson’s acclaimed series of magical adventures starring Hilda, our favourite blue-haired heroine – now in paperback!
Hilda stumbles upon Tontu, a lost house spirit. Plunged into the secret world of the Nisse, Hilda discovers hidden passages that only the house spirits can navigate… and something has been ransacking them all! Will Tontu find his true home? And could this all be linked to reports of an elusive beast haunting the city?
Luke Pearson has fast become one of the leading talents of the UK comics scene, and recently worked as a storyboard artist on the cult show Adventure Time. He lives in Bristol.
‘A riot of colour and animist magic’ — The Times
Crazy About Cats / Owen Davey
The Wolves of Currumpaw / William Grill
ONE DAY ON OUR BLUE PLANET…. IN THE SAVANNAH
Ella Bailey
32pp | 230 x 270mm | HB | £11.99 3 to 7 | ISBN 978-1-909263-56-7
781909 9
BIG MEALS FOR LITTLE HANDS
Marion Billet, Caroline Pellissier & Virginie Aladjidi
56pp | 210 x 256mm | HB | £12.99
3 + | ISBN 978-1-909263-16-1
ONE DAY ON OUR BLUE PLANET…. IN THE ANTARCTIC
Ella Bailey
32pp | 230 x 270mm | HB | £11.99 3 to 7 | ISBN 978-1-909263-67-3
THE
AMAZING ANIMAL ATLAS
Dr Nick Crumpton & Gaia Bordicchia
52pp | 274 x 375 mm | HB | £25 6+ | ISBN 978-1-909263-11-6
ONE DAY ON OUR BLUE PLANET…. IN THE RAINFOREST Ella Bailey
32pp | 230 x 270mm | HB | £11.99 3 to 7 | ISBN 978-1-911171-08-9
WILD ANIMALS OF THE NORTH
Dieter Braun
WILD ANIMALS OF THE SOUTH
Dieter Braun
WILD ABOUT SHAPES
Jérémie Fischer
152pp | 300 x 238mm | HB | £20 All ages | ISBN 978-1-909263-97-0
70pp | 195 x 195mm | HB | £12.99 3 to 5 | ISBN 978-1-909263-38-3
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152pp | 300 x 238mm | HB | £20 All ages | ISBN 978-1-909263-96-3 263970 781909 9 90000
SMART ABOUT SHARKS
Owen Davey
40pp | 230 x 290mm | HB | £12.99 5+ | ISBN 978-1-909263-91-8
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CRAZY ABOUT CATS
Owen Davey
40pp | 230 x 290mm | HB | £12.99 5+ | ISBN 978-1-911171-16-4
781911 9 90000
MAD ABOUT MONKEYS
Owen Davey
40pp | 230 x 290mm | HB | £12.99 5+ | ISBN 978-1-909263-57-4
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Dieter Braun
Dieter Braun
William Grill
80pp | 305 x 245mm | HB | £14.99 7+ | ISBN 978-1-909263-10-9
William Grill
Carl Johanson
Joe Lillington
Joe Lillington
PROFESSOR
Dr Dominic Walliman & Ben Newman
Dr Dominic Walliman & Ben Newman
PROFESSOR
Dr Dominic Walliman & Ben Newman
SAFE & SOUND
Jean Roussen & Loris Lora
HORSES: WILD & TAME
Jarom Vogel
32pp | 215 x 270mm | HB | £11.99 3+ | ISBN 978-1-911171-28-7 48pp | 245 x 305mm | HB | £12.99 6+ | ISBN 978-1-911171-32-4
Safe & Sound / Loris Lora
The Journey / Francesca Sanna
Eda Akaltun
Rilla Alexander
Rilla Alexander
Ella Bailey
Helen Borten
Helen Borten
HUG ME
Simona Ciraolo
WHATEVER HAPPENED TO MY SISTER?
Simona Ciraolo
Pippa
Goodhart & Rebecca Crane
LEAF
Sandra Dieckmann
Simona Ciraolo
Scott Emmons & Mauro Gatti
Katie Harnett
Katie Harnett
Hughes
40pp | 230 x 270mm | HB | £11.99 3 to 5 | ISBN 978-1-909263-08-6
40pp | 230 x 270mm | PB | £6.99 3 to 5 | ISBN 978-1-909263-62-8
781909 9 90000
Hughes
The Little Gardener | Emily Hughes
Jesse Hodgson
THE LAND OF NOD
Robert
Louis Stevenson & Robert Hunter 32pp | 230 x 270mm |
Yann & Gwendal Le Bec A LETTER FOR BEAR
David Lucas
32pp
40pp | 255 x 180mm | HB | £10 3+ | ISBN 978-1-909263-42-0
THIS IS MY ROCK
David Lucas
DANNY
Ben Newman
Keith Negley
Negley
Joe
Todd-Stanton
Joe Todd-Stanton
Joe Todd-Stanton
David J. Plant
Felix Massie & Emmanuelle Walker
Jean Roussen & Emmanuelle Walker BEAUTIFUL BIRDS
The Secret of Black Rock / Joe Todd-Stanton
JUST LIKE ME
Joshua Seigal & Amélie Falière
781911 9 90000
Matoso
48pp | 115 x 173m | HB |£5.99 0 to 5 | ISBN 978-1-909263-59-8 263598 781909 9 90000
Katja Spitzer
SHAPES ARE
Katja Spitzer AT
48pp | 115 x 173m | HB |£5.99 0 to 5 | ISBN 978-1-909263-51-2 48pp | 115 x 173m | HB |£5.99 0 to 5 | ISBN 978-1-909263-92-5
THE BEACH
Katja Spitzer
| 115 x 173m |
Pablo & Jane
José Domingo
Marguerite Abouet & Mathieu Sapin
48pp | 270 x 210mm | HB | £9.99 4 to 7 | ISBN 978-1-909263-01-7
José Domingo
56pp | 255 x 255mm | HB | £15.99 7+ | ISBN 978-1-909263-36-9
Akissi / Marguerite Abouet & Mathieu Sapin
Luke Pearson
HILDA AND THE MIDNIGHT GIANT
Luke Pearson
Luke Pearson
Hilda and the Stone Forest / Luke Pearson
Luke Pearson
Luke Pearson
LIL' MERL & THE DASTARDLY DRAGON
Liam Barrett
64pp | 320 x 245mm |
|
5 to 9 | ISBN 978-1-909263-24-6
SHACKLETON'S JOURNEY ACTIVITY BOOK
William Grill
TRIASSIC TERRORS
Nick Crumpton & Isaac Lenkiewicz
BEAUTIFUL BIRDS COLOURING BOOK
PROFESSOR ASTRO CAT'S INTERGALACTIC ACTIVITY BOOK
MR TWEED'S BUSY DAY
Jim Stoten
Emmanuelle Walker 92pp | 310 x 220mm |
Zelda Turner & Ben Newman
Jim Stoten
Can you help them find the flamingo with a red guitar?
Brownstone's Mythical Collection: Arthur and the Golden Rope / Joe
Todd-Stanton
