MMS for New Frontier Publishing Catalogue 2023

2023 Catalogue

NEW FRONTIER PUBLISHING

Kirra the Koala

February 2023 release

Written by Beverly Jatwani | Illustrated by Sarah Demonteverde

ISBN: 978-1-915167-35-4 (PB) | £7.99

3-8 years | 28pp, 240mm x 240mm

The fifth book of the series is a delightful story about a girl and a little koala joey, Kirra. When a wildfire destroys the local habitat, Ling agrees to help save and rescue the stranded koalas. A special encounter with Kirra will forever change Ling’s understanding of INTEGRITY. Learn some cute koala facts, too!

Bella The Bumblebee

June 2023 release

Written by Beverly Jatwani | Illustrated by Sarah Demonteverde

ISBN: 978-1-915167-41-5 (PB) | £7.99

3-8 years | 28pp, 240mm x 240mm

The sixth book of the series is a powerful story about a girl and a bumblebee. When Rosie hears a strange buzzing sound while she’s being disrespectful to her friends, she isn’t sure what’s going on. A special encounter with Bella will forever change Rosie’s understanding of RESPECT. Learn some brilliant Great Yellow bumblebee facts, too!

I Spy Treasure!

August 2023 release

Written by Vikki Marmaras | Illustrated by Binny Talib

ISBN: 978-1-915167-36-1 (PB) | £7.99

3-6 years | 28pp, 275mm x 240mm

Captain Snarkle Tooth is a grouchy pirate who likes to spy and steal treasure. Treasure that no one else can see! Can Billy solve the mystery and learn to spy the sparkly treasure too? And is the pirate as greedy as people think? Or is he taking the sparkles for a different reason?

Nature’s Song

August 2023 release

Written by Robert Vescio | Illustrated by Nicky Johnston

ISBN: 978-1-915167-46-0 (PB) | £7.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 280mm

A little girl sets off on a quest to find an irresistible gift to help bring the outside in for her homebound brother. Nature’s Song is an invitation to discover the wonders of nature in all its mysterious glory ... and how nature creates and touches our lives for the better.

Under the Red Shawl

October 2023 release

Written by Vikki Conley | Illustrated by Martina Heiduczek

ISBN: 978-1-915167-47-7 (HB) | £12.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 280mm

Starting out in a new place is tough, but friendship, kindness and imagination help Salim, Mama and donkey discover their new world. In this stunning picture book, by award-winning creators – Vikki Conley and Martina Heiduczek – we journey with Salim as he grows up creating a new life around him. This is a story about journey, hope and creating fun with the little that you have.

Ruby’s Repair Cafe

November 2023 release

Written by Michelle Worthington | Illustrated by Zoe Bennett

ISBN: 978-1-915167-48-4 (PB) | £7.99

3-6 years | 240mm x 280mm

Ruby loves to fix things, rather than throwing them away. When a shiny new department store opens next door to Ruby’s Repair Café, everyone in town soon forgets about fixing things. But will Ruby be able to save her family business from big business before the rubbish takes over the town? This book celebrates sustainability, community and making small changes with a big impact.

Popo the Emperor Penguin

November 2023 release

Written by Beverly Jatwani | Illustrated by Annabelle Hale

ISBN: 978-1-915167-58-3 (PB) | £7.99

3-8 years | 28pp, 240mm x 240mm

Togeth e r we can change the

World

The seventh and last book of the series is an enchanting story about a boy and the emperor penguin. When a big ball of snow separates Seb from the rest the group, he doesn’t know what to do. A special encounter with Popo the penguin will forever change Seb’s understanding of GRATITUDE. Learn some great emperor penguin facts, too, and find out how all the characters of the seven books come together to change the world. YOU can change the world!

The Little Book of Hopes

March 2022 release

Written by Elyse Shellie | Illustrated by Evie Barrow

ISBN: 978-1-913639-87-7 (HB) | £12.99

0-8 years | 32pp, 240mm x 280mm

An enchanting book expressing all the hopes and wishes parents have for their children. Celebrating kindness, resilience and empathy, this book is the perfect collection of dreams for the future.

The Wall

March 2022 paperback release

Written by Jessie James | Illustrated by Catalina Echeverri

ISBN: 978-1-915167-02-6 (PB) | £7.99

ISBN: 978-1-913639-05-1 (HB) | £11.99

4-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

Tom is a little boy who LOVES to explore. But, one day, he hears the grown-ups talking about the monsters that live in the big wide world and he is too scared to explore any more. Soon, they build a giant wall to KEEP THE MONSTERS OUT - forever. But life becomes dreary when you are cut off from the wonders of the world and Tom soon realises there is a need for change ...

Seal Child

March 2022 paperback release

Written by Robert Vescio | Illustrated by Anna Pignataro

ISBN: 978-1-915167-03-3 (PB) | £7.99

ISBN: 978-1-913639-06-8 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

While a child searches for a place to call home, she is befriended by a seal.This lyrical tale is one of hope and friendship. Illustrator Anna Pignataro has captured the drama of the sea and sky, creating the perfect backdrop to Robert Vescio’s enchanting story.

Great Big Softie

April 2022 release

Written by Kaye Baillie | Illustrated by Shane McGowan

ISBN: 978-1-913639-72-3 (PB) | £7.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 275mm x 240mm

Elliot is a great big softie. But to fit in with the other monsters he decides to perform some monstrous deeds. After scaring a little gril on her bike, he must decide whether to continue being monstrous or follow his heart.

Pedro the Puerto Rican Parrot

April

2022 release

Written by Beverly Jatwani | Illustrated by Sunita Chawdhary

ISBN: 978-1-915167-05-7 (PB) | £7.99

3-8 years | 28pp, 240mm x 240mm

Pedro the Puerto Rican Parrot is the first book in the Together We Can Change the World series. A series of seven stories, covering seven continents, with seven important virtues: Love, Courage, Compassion, Respect, Kindness, Integrity and Gratitude. In this book, it is love that can change the world. Dominic takes Pedro the parrot under his wing, nursing him back to health, before releasing him back into the wild.

Tala the Bengal Tiger

May 2022 release

Written by Beverly Jatwani | Illustrated by Sunita Chawdhary

ISBN: 978-1-915167-11-8 (PB) | £7.99

3-6 years | 28pp, 240mm x 240mm

The second book in the series is a thrilling story about a girl and the endangered Bengal tiger. What is the connection between little Veera and the mysterious tiger, Tala? This chance encounter will forever change Vera’s understanding of courage. Learn some terrific tiger facts, too!

Fantastic Frankie

May

2022 release

Written and Illustrated by Jess Rose

ISBN: 978-1-913639-71-6 (PB) | £7.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

Frankie is a fox with plenty of style ... Fabulous in a rainbow cape, amazing in pirate boots and ready to take on the world in a gold crown! Not everyone likes what Frankie wears ... The more Frankie tries to change, the more unhappy Frankie feels. But what happens when friends start to miss their old Frankie? Join Frankie on a journey of self-discovery and happiness and, above all, staying true to yourself.

Lionel and Me

June 2022 release

Written by Corinne Fenton | Illustrated by Tracie Grimwood

ISBN: 978-1-913639-88-4 (PB) | £7.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 280mm

When Lionel arrives, Maverick is unimpressed. Is there enough love to go round for the two of them? A delightful book that celebrates inclusion and friendship.

2022 RELEASES

Storm Goliath

June 2022 release

Written by James Sellick | Illustrated by Craig Shuttlewood

ISBN: 978-1-913639-90-7 (PB) | £7.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

Goliath got angry all the time. Anything and anyone could spark off his rages. Some sweet singing ... a croc crunching ... a birthday party ... Then, Goliath has an idea how to control his anger. His new theory is soon put to the test by the world’s worst parrot. Explore feelings in this fantastic new picture book series, Dealing with Feeling.

Saving Piku

November 2022 release

Written by James Sellick | Illustrated by Craig Shuttlewood

ISBN: 978-1-915167-3 (PB) | £7.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

One Tuesday morning Pal is teaching piku how to sing when the Beast suddenly shows up. Fear quickly spreads through the colony and the dads do everything they can to protect their little ones. Will they be able to keep them safe? Explore feelings in this fantastic new picture book series, Dealing with Feeling.

Wanda the Blue Whale

June 2022 release

Written by Beverly Jatwani | Illustrated by Sawyer Cloud

ISBN: 978-1-915167-06-4 (PB) | £7.99

3-6 years | 28pp, 240mm x 240mm

Togeth e r we can

The third book of the series is an uplifting story about a girl and the endangered blue whale. When Paula discovers a baby blue whale caught in a fishing net, she realises there is only one thing to do. This magical encounter will forever change Paula’s understanding of compassion. Learn some wonderful blue whale facts, too!

Extraordinary!

August 2022 paperback release

Written by Penny Harrison | Illustrated by Katie Wilson

ISBN: 978-1-912858-30-9 (HB) | £11.99

ISBN: 978-1-913639-75-4 (PB) | £7.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 280mm

A gentle tale about reaching for the stars and being extraordinary … but remembering the ordinary too. BookTrust’s ‘Book of the Month’ March 2020.

Please Handle With Care

September

2022 release

Written by Coral Vass | Illustrated by Tull Suwannakit

ISBN: 978-1-913639-93-8 (PB) | £7.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

Bear is having a bad day. Nothing is going right, and he wishes he was somewhere else ... a long way from home. What will it take for Bear to feel better? An uplifting tale about a bear discovering what truly matters at the end of the day.

Finding You

September 2022 release

Written by Robert Vescio | Illustrated by Hannah Sommerville

ISBN: 978-1-913639-74-7 (HB) | £12.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 280mm

When a boy and a dog meet, an unbreakable and life-changing bond is created. A touching and timely story about welcoming newcomers and those in need.

Gogo the Mountain Gorilla

October 2022 release

Written by Beverly Jatwani | Illustrated by Sawyer Cloud

ISBN: 978-1-915167-12-5 (PB) | £7.99

3-6 years | 28pp, 240mm x 240mm

The fourth book of the series is an enchanting tale about a boy and the endangered mountain gorilla. When Kito stumbles upon a mountain gorilla in the forest, he has no idea what the gorilla is capable of. This magical encounter will forever change Kito’s understanding of kindness. Learn some wonderful mountain gorilla facts, too!

On the Way to School

October 2022 release

Written by Vikki Conley | Illustrated by Lucia Masciullo

ISBN: 978-1-915167-15-6 (PB) | £7.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 280mm

Every day, children all over the world are travelling to school - by bus, by canoe, through valleys, over mountains and snow. How do you get to school? With themes of diversity and culture, On the Way to School celebrates the joy and challenges of travelling to school.

Amira’s Suitcase

February 2021 release

Written by Vikki Conley | Illustrated by Nicky Johnston

ISBN: 978-1-913639-02-0 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

It begins with a tiny seed growing inside a suitcase. With Amira’s care, the tiny seed starts to sprout. Find out what happens when kindness flourishes … Amira’s Suitcase is a gentle, thought-provoking tale about friendship and hope.

The Best Mum

February 2021 release

Written by Penny Harrison | Illustrated by Sharon Davey

ISBN: 978-1-913639-62-4 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

There are so many AMAZING mums in the world: the chefs, the singers, the athletes. But every mum does one special thing that makes her The Best Mum. What makes YOUR mum the BEST mum?

Dandy and Dazza

March 2021 release

Written by Mike Dumbleton | Illustrated by Brett Curzon

ISBN: 978-1-912858-55-2 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

Dandy and Dazza were different in so many ways. Dandy was a best in show sort of hound. Dazza was a rough and tumble sort of mongrel. Can these very different dogs ever be good friends?

The Little Pirate Queen

March 2021 release

Written and Illustrated by Sally Anne Garland

ISBN: 978-1-915167-52-1 (PB) | £7.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 275mm

Lucy sails across the sea, fixing and mending her small rickety raft, hoping to reach Far Away Island. But when a gigantic wave sweeps all the other children away, except Lucy, the Little Pirate Queen is determined to rescue everyone no matter what.

Mr Bat Wants a Hat

April 2021 release

Written by Kitty Black | Illustrated by Laura Wood

ISBN: 978-1-913639-50-1 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 275mm x 240mm

Mr Bat is missing something. Something important. A HAT! Soon he finds the perfect hat. It has pretty pink roses and lots of GLITTER. But this hat belongs to someone else … Which doesn’t bother him AT ALL, actually. Or does it?

My Summer with Grandad

April 2021 release

Written and Illustrated by Tom Tinn-Disbury

ISBN: 978-1-913639-01-3 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

Eric loves spending summers with his grandad. This summer is even more special because Grandad gives Eric a very important job on his old fishing boat. Chief Seagull Shoo-er! But when Eric and Grandad rescue Beaky, a baby seagull, Eric isn’t sure he wants to see his new friend fly away.

Fearless with Dad

May 2021 release

Written by Cori Brooke | Illustrated by Giuseppe Poli

ISBN: 978-1-913639-51-8 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 275mm x 240mm

‘With my dad, I can do anything …’ A little boy’s lovable celebration of the endless possibilities and adventures he has with his father. Perfect book for Father’s Day.

Ash invites her friends to tea

July 2021 release

Written and Illustrated by Fu Wenzheng

ISBN: 978-1-913639-66-2 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 216mm x 253mm

Ash loves listening to her grandpa’s stories. When he tells her about some magic leaves, mysterious animals start to appear! A charming tale of family love, traditions and teatime friends.

Dear Badger

July 2021 release

Written by Xiao Mao | Illustrated by Xu Qingfeng

ISBN: 978-1-913639-65-5 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 280mm x 240mm

Dear Badger loves helping all her special animal friends. But, one day, he needs help … An enchanting tale about kindness, gratitude and friendship.

Into the Wild

August 2021 paperback release

Written by Robert Vescio | Illustrated by Mel Armstrong

ISBN: 978-1-912858-60-6 (HB) | £11.99

ISBN: 978-1-912858-91-0 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

Roman is a lone wanderer and the wild is his to explore. Despite his adventures and discoveries, Roman is still searching for something. Is being alone the only choice for a wanderer?

Oh, Sir Bragalot!

October 2021 release

Written and Illustrated by Sharon Davey

ISBN: 978-1-913639-64-8 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 28pp, 254mm x 254mm

Once upon a time there was a knight called Sir Bragalot who liked to brag and boast all day long … One day, the Queen sends him on a dangerous quest. But, can Sir Bragalot save the kingdom, or will he just live up to his name?

The Velveteen Rabbit

November 2021 release

Written by Margery Williams Bianco | Illustrated by Hélène Magisson

ISBN: 978-1-913639-89-1 (PB) | £8.99

5-10 years | 48pp, 275mm x 240mm

First published in 1922, the classic children’s story about a velveteen rabbit on a quest to become real through the love of his owner is brought to life with beautifully whimsical illustrations.

The Boy on the Page

January 2020 release

Written and illustrated by Peter Carnavas

ISBN: 978-1-912858-39-2 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

A small boy lands on the page and, quite by accident, discovers the joy and wonder of life.

Border artwork taken from I Spy Treasure! by Vikki Marmaras and Binny Talib

Blue Whale Blues

January 2020 release

Written and illustrated by Peter Carnavas

ISBN: 978-1-912858-38-5 (HB) | £11.99

ISBN: 978-1-913639-26-6 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

Whale is sad - his bike doesn’t work. Penguin hears his friend singing his Blue Whale Blues and tries to help. Free audio reading included with the book.

Sarah’s Heavy Heart

February 2020 release

Written and illustrated by Peter Carnavas

ISBN: 978-1-912858-46-0 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

‘Sarah knew the heart would always be hers to carry. She just wished it wasn’t so heavy.’ A magical story about a little girl’s search for friendship and love. Follow Sarah on her journey and let your heart get ‘carried away’.

Jessica’s Box

March 2020 release

Written and illustrated by Peter Carnavas

ISBN: 978-1-912858-47-7 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

Will Jessica find a friend on her first day of school? Watch closely as Jessica reveals the contents of her box. Could this be the answer to her dreams of friendship? This is a special edition in support of cerebral palsy awareness.

Round Fish Square Bowl

February 2020 release

Written by Tom Skinner | Illustrated by Mini Goss

ISBN: 978-1-912076-09-3 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

‘Have you ever felt as if you don’t quite fit in? A bit like a square peg in a round hole?’ One of the difficulties of growing up is not fitting in or feeling different. This book lovingly addresses this issue in a bright and positive way, allowing its readers (of all ages) to take heart and celebrate their difference.

Bear was There

February 2020 release

Written and illustrated by Sally Garland

ISBN: 978-1-912858-34-7 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 28pp, 240 x 280mm

Love is the first thing Mouse feels as he lies in the warmth of his mother’s fur. Then one day, Mouse meets Bear. Mouse is frightened, but what if Bear is not as scary as he seems ...

In My Dreams

April 2020 release

Written by Stef Gemmill | Illustrated by Tanja Stephani

ISBN: 978-1-912858-31-6 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 280mm

A child’s imagination takes him on a wild journey as he sleeps soundly at night. He meets lions in the jungle, swims alongside sea creatures and soars through the sky on the back of a silvery dragon. A magical tale that will delight all ages.

A Home for Luna

April 2020 paperback release

Written by Stef Gemmill | Illustrated by Mel Armstrong

ISBN: 978-1-912858-12-5 (HB) | £11.99

ISBN: 978-1-912858-51-4 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

When Luna washes up on a strange shore she is scared and lonely. She soon discovers beauty in her new land, But will she ever feel at home in a place so different from the one she remembers? Winner of The Chidlren’s International Rubery Book Award 2020.

Boo Loves Books

May 2020 release

Written by Kaye Baillie | Illustrated by Tracie Grimwood

ISBN: 978-1-912858-53-8 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 275mm x 240mm

Some dogs are shy and anxious, and so are some children. Can Boo and Phoebe turn their fears into a positive experience? A book that celebrates the joy of reading.

Who’s Afraid of the Quite Nice Wolf?

May 2020 paperback release

Written by Kitty Black | Illustrated by Laura Wood

ISBN: 978-1-912076-32-1 (HB) | £11.99

ISBN: 978-1-912858-36-1 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 275mm x 240mm

The Quite Nice Wolf doesn’t quite fit in with the local wolf pack. When he starts training to be a proper wolf, can he help with the wolf pack’s master plan?

The Sloth and the Dinglewot

July 2020 release

Written by Nicole Prust | Illustrated by Amanda Enright

ISBN: 978-1-912858-50-7 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 280mm

When Samuel the Sloth feels brave enough to leave his cosy hut, he meets the amazing Dinglewot. Together they discover incredible places and meet new friends. Samuel will learn that overcoming fears and doubts means more adventure and true happiness.

Can You Find Me?

July 2020 release

Written by Gordon Winch | Illustrated by Patrick Shirvington

ISBN: 978-1-912858-64-4 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 270mm x 200mm

Search for an echidna, a powerful owl, a frog and many more animals hidden on every page. Patrick Shirvington’s striking illustrations hide every animal just enough for the guessing to begin.

The Caveman Next Door

August 2020 paperback release

Written and Illustrated by Tom Tinn-Disbury

ISBN: 978-1-912858-13-2 (HB) | £11.99

ISBN: 978-1-912858-41-5 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 28pp, 254mm x 254mm

Trying to fit into the modern world when you are a caveman isn’t easy. Ogg always seems to get things wrong, with hilarious results. Poor Ogg, he just wants to fit in. Luckily he has his best friend Penny to help him.

* Shortlisted for the 2020 Read It Again! Picture Book Award.

What’s in My Lunchbox?

August 2020 release

Written Peter Carnavas | Illustrated by Kat Chadwick

ISBN: 978-1-912858-56-9 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

Today in my lunchbox I happened to find … What could be inside the lunchbox? An apple? A bear? A dinosaur?

Yellow Dress Day

September 2020 release

Written by Michelle Worthington | Illustrated by Sophie Norsa

ISBN: 978-1-912858-70-5 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 250mm x 200mm

Ava wears a different coloured dress for each type of day – a red dress for hot days, a purple dress for rainy days and a blue dress for cold days. One windy morning, Ava’s favourite yellow dress is nowhere to be seen. Can her mother find something for her to wear? Shortlisted for the CBCA Crichton Award.

Bears Don’t Wear Shoes

October 2020 release

Written and Illustrated by Sharon Davey

ISBN: 978-1-912858-57-6 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 275mm x 240mm

Suzy’s family has moved house and everyone is too busy to play with her. When Suzy puts up a ‘Friend Wanted’ ad, Bear seems perfect ... until he refuses to wear shoes. Can they still be friends if Suzy loves shoes but Bear absolutely doesn’t?

Under the Same Sky

October 2020 paperback release

Written by Robert Vescio | Illustrated by Nicky Johnston

ISBN: 978-1-912076-35-2 (HB) | £11.99

ISBN: 978-1-912858-18-7 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 280mm

Two children on opposite sides of the world crave friendship. Is it possible to be friends across the miles?

Leaping Lola

October 2020 paperback release

Written by Tracey Hawkins | Illustrated by Anil Tortop

ISBN: 978-1-912076-38-3 (HB) | £11.99

ISBN: 978-1-912858-52-1 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

Lola loves to dance. She flounces and bounces all day long, practising for the Black and White Ball. But she is a brown Jersey cow, not a black-and-white cow. Can she disguise herself and have a spin on the dance floor?

One Lone Swallow

November 2020 release

Written by Corinne Fenton | Illustrated by Owen Swan

ISBN: 978-1-912858-59-0 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 275mm x 240mm

Flying high above Florence, one lone swallow has a bird’s eye view of the beauty of the Italian city. Set in Florence, Italy, in 1805, a swallow searches for her mate.

Jonathan!

December 2020 release

Written by Peter Carnavas | Illustrated by Amanda Francey

ISBN: 978-1-913639-27-3 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

Jonathan loves to dress up and scare his family, but they insist that he is just not scary. What happens when Jonathan is too scary?

Noisy Nights

December 2020 release

Written by Fleur McDonald | Illustrated by Annie White

ISBN: 978-1-913639-38-9 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

From bestselling author Fleur McDonald comes her first delightful picture book. A farmer struggles to get to sleep with all the noise from his farm animals. He finally finds the solution to a good night’s sleep.

Oliver and George

December 2020 release

Written and Illustrated by Peter Carnavas

ISBN: 978-1-913639-34-1 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

Oliver is ready to play but George the bear is busy reading. Oliver tries everything to get George’s attention. What happens when a boy bothers a bear too many times?

Onesie Mumsie!

December 2020 release

Written by Alice Rex | Illustrated by Amanda Francey

ISBN: 978-1-913639-29-7 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

A charming story about a little girl who refuses to go to bed until she has tried on all of her onesies.

Lisa Absolutely Loves Art

December 2020 release

Written and illustrated by Sophie Norsa

ISBN: 978-1-913639-28-0 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 280mm x 210mm

When Lisa’s cat, Picasso, gets lost within the paintings at an art gallery, it is up to Lisa to find him. Can she trace Picasso’s steps through the history of art?

MIDDLE GRADE FICTION

MURDER IN VELVET

Written by Sarah Wynne

Murder in Velvet September 2023 release

Written by Sarah Wynne | Illustrated by Laura Barrett

ISBN: 978-1-915167-56-9 (PB) | £8.99 9+ years | 290pp, 198 x 129mm

13-year-old Grace loves her new charity shop coat.

In fact, it’s perfect. Except for one tiny thing.

When she wears it, she sees visions of the previous owner’s life ... and their murder! Grace and her best friend, Suzy, decide to investigate but digging up the past reveals secrets some people want to keep hidden.

Can Grace stay one step ahead and solve a fifty-year-old murder or will she become the killer’s next victim?

About the author

Sarah Wynne is from Chester in the northwest of England and lives with her husband, son and their little white ball of chaos, Daisy the dog. She spent over 10 years working as a primary teaching assistant but now writes full-time and provides editorial services to writers of children’s fiction. When she’s not writing, she’ll usually be found with her nose in a middle grade book (or researching which book to read next or talking about books!).

A gripping story of secrets and murder for fans of fast-paced thrillers.

CURSED TALES

Written by Jake R. Wilson

Cursed Tales is a brand-new series bringing ancient scares to life. Readers BEWARE - this story will leave you wrapped up and wanting your mummy!

The Pharaoh of Asco Express

July 2022 release

Written by Jake R.

Wilson

ISBN: 978-1-915167-04-0 (PB) | £8.99 7+ years | 152pp, 198mm x 129mm

Whatever happens, no matter what, do not step into Asco Express because you might just end up leaving with more than you bargained for. When eleven-year-old Wesley stops by at a mysterious local shop to buy a drink, he does not realise the trouble he is getting himself into. Cursed by the fiendish Pharaoh Akahten IX, Wesley and his friends, Marishana and Aiden, must solve the evil spell quickly or be trapped for all eternity.

This gripping first book in a new fiction series explores themes of friendship, adventure, courage, curiosity and, of course, ancient Egypt. Perfect for 7+ readers who like mysteries and histories.

About the author

Jake R. Wilson was born in Kent but soon moved to the sunshine coast of Eastbourne where he currently works as an archaeologist. Leading excavations across the south east of England, Jake enjoys all things historical but tries to make room for otherhobbies, such as painting, playing trading card games and watching scary movies.

The origins of the Cursed Tales are still shrouded in mystery and Jake continues to dig for their clues all across the country ...

ODELIA AND THE VARMINT

Written by Jenny Moore

Odelia and the Varmint is a fast-paced, rip-roaring Victorian adventure with twists and turns galore!

Odelia and the Varmint

November 2022 release

Written by Jenny Moore

Illustrated by Elisa Paganelli

ISBN: 978-1-915167-30-9 (PB) | £8.99 8-11 years | 276pp, 198mm x 129mm

When a pair of unruly fictional pirates escape out of their book into Victorian London, 11-year-old Odelia Hardluck-Smythe’s lonely life is turned upside down. Captain Blunderfuss and Cook are rude, dangerous and obsessed with marzipan fruits, but they could be the answer to all her prayers. Pirates mean treasure and poor, fatherless Odelia could really do with some of that.

Unfortunately, there’s more to ‘treasure’ than buried chests of rubies and diamonds, as Odelia’s about to discover the hard way.

About the author

Jenny Moore is a freelance writer from Devon, writing for all ages from toddlers to adults. She was the first ever UK winner of the Commonwealth Short Story Competition and was shortlised for the Greenhouse Funny Prize. Her numerous children’s books include Audrey Orr and the Robot Rage which was selected by the Reading Agency for the 2020 Summer Reading Challenge. Jenny read English at Cambridge University and holds an MRes from the University of Strathclyde.

ECO RANGERS

Written by Candice Lemon-Scott

Eco Rangers is an action-packed series based around two best friends who rescue and rehabilitate sick and injured wildlife through their local conservation centre. Ebony and Jay love helping others and looking after their environment. In each story they meet new animal friends, solve mysteries and learn more about nature.

Wildfire Rescue

January 2020 release

Written by Candice Lemon-Scott

ISBN: 978-1-912858-28-6 (PB) | £5.99

7+ years | 112pp, 198mm x 129mm

There’s been a devastating wildfire in the bushland and Ebony and Jay, our Eco Rangers, are doing their best to find injured animals. As they rescue a cute little possum with burned paws, they also discover that some people have been camping in the area that was devastated by the fire. What were they doing there? This is a mystery for the Eco Rangers! BookTrust’s ‘Book of the Month’ April 2020.

Pelican in Peril

April 2019 release

Written by Candice Lemon-Scott

ISBN: 978-1-912076-39-0 (PB) | £5.99

7+ years | 112pp, 198mm x 129mm

When Ebony and Jay, the famous Eco Rangers, rescue a frightened-looking pelican covered in fuel, they know something terrible has happened. Why is the sea full of petrol? And where does it come from? As the Eco Rangers start investigating they end up getting into big trouble. Join them on their mystery-solving adventures! Eco Rangers to the rescue!

Microbat Mayhem

June 2019 release

Written by Candice Lemon-Scott

ISBN: 978-1-912858-08-8 (PB) | £5.99

7+ years | 112pp, 198mm x 129mm

The Eco Rangers, Ebony and Jay, are having so much fun at the local adventure park. But when they find two abandoned baby bats, they rescue them right away. Then they discover more microbats inside an old rollercoaster ride. Can the Eco Rangers save the animals in time before the ride is destroyed?

SCOOP MCLAREN

Written by Helen Castles

Meet Scoop McLaren, top-notch detective editor who runs her very own online newspaper and solves incredible mysteries in this brand new action-packed and fast-paced series!

Waves of Mystery

October 2020 release

Written

by Helen Castles

ISBN: 978-1-912858-49-1 (PB) | £6.99

8+ years | 176pp, 198mm x 129mm

Feisty detective editor, Scoop McLaren, is back and this time events have her sailing into uncharted waters! When Fletcher, Scoop’s childhood friend enters the Higgity Harbour top surfing competition, strange things start happening

It looks like someone is trying everything to stop Fletcher from winning! Can Scoop and her roving reporter, Evie, solve this mystery once and for all?

Detective Editor

July 2019 release

Written by Helen Castles

ISBN: 978-1-912858-09-5 (PB) | £6.99

8+ years | 160pp, 198mm x 129mm

Mischief maker on the loose! What do you do when an evil newspaper editor wreaks havoc in a quiet coastal town?

Sonny Fink writes online news that is uploaded at one minute past midnight every night. The news is always frightfully awful and if Sonny writes it, it is bound to happen! Thirteen-year-old detective and reporter, Scoop McLaren and her best friend, Evie, set out on a mission to discover everything about this mysterious Sonny Fink …

THE FABULOUS CAKES OF ZINNIA JAKES

Written by Brenda Gurr

Zoe Jones is Zinnia Jakes, a nine-year-old secret pastry chef! She makes the tastiest and most wonderful cakes. Together with her magical cat, Coco, her best friend Addie and her aunty Jam, they get into incredible adventures.

The Crumbling Castle

March 2020 release

ISBN: 978-1-912858-48-4 (PB) | £5.99

7+ years | 92pp, 198mm x 129mm

When Zinnia Jakes gets a new pastry order for a special medieval crumbling cake, she has no idea where to start! It needs to be ready in less than a day for the school fair and the clock is ticking. Will she deliver it on time and remain the undercover secret pastry chef everyone talks about?

The Tumbling Tortoises

October 2020 release

Written by Brenda

Gurr

ISBN: 978-1-912858-90-3 (PB) | £5.99

7+ years | 128pp, 198mm x 129mm

Zinnia Jakes has won the Wildside Zoo’s endangered animals competition with her cute tortoise cupcake idea! But when she starts doing more research at school about tortoises, one of her classmates starts asking too many questions. Can she deliver the cakes while remaining the secret pastry chef everyone loves?

The Super Spy

August 2021 release

Written by Brenda Gurr

ISBN: 978-1-913639-00-6 (PB) | £5.99

7+ years | 112pp, 198mm x 129mm

Zinnia’s class is organising a super fun sleepover in the school’s library while their parents are having a spy-themed party in the school hall. They even order a fabulous Zinnia Jakes cake. Everything is going according to plan until the parents set up a spy trap to catch the secret pastry chef … What will Zinnia Jakes do?

SAGE COOKSON SERIES

Written by Sally Murphy

Sage Cookson is a ten-year-old with a pretty different lifestyle. Her parents are television chefs with and spend a lot of their time travelling Australia and the world, sampling food, learning new cooking techniques and sharing their new knowledge with their massive television audience. For Sage, this means she gets to embark on adventurous travels with her parents for much of the time.

Sage Cookson’s Sweet Escape

March 2020 release

Written by Sally Murphy

ISBN: 978-1-912858-65-1 (PB) | £5.99

7+ years | 76pp, 198mm x 130mm

Sage and her parents visit a chocolatier to film a segment for their TV show. Things go drastically wrong when the competitive spirit gets the better of the chocolatier.

Sage Cookson’s Snow Day

March 2020 release

Written by Sally Murphy

ISBN: 978-1-912858-69-9 (PB) | £5.99

7+ years | 60pp, 198mm x 130mm

Sage and her family are off to the snow, and she has promised that she will stay out of danger. But when her friend Kyle goes missing, it looks like adventure has come to find her once again …

Sage Cookson’s Ring of Truth

June 2020 release

Written by Sally Murphy

ISBN: 978-1-912858-66-8 (PB) | £5.99

7+ years | 60pp, 198mm x 130mm

Sage and her parents visit a bakery to film a segment for their TV show. They are all in for a bit of a surprise when a treasured ring goes missing.

BRIGHT STARS

A POCKETFUL OF ... SERIES

‘Just be yourself - there is no one better.’

Taylor Swift

About the series

A BRILLIANT new pocketbook series for upper primary on wellbeing topics, such as resilience, calm, positivity and friendship. Full of strengthening affirmations, uplifting quotes and useful tips to help you navigate your way through school and life. With inspiring forewords from chosen celebrities, this series will leave you ready to take on anything.

A Pocketful of Resilience

November 2022 release

ISBN: 978-1-915167-27-9 (HB) | £7.99

8-11 years | 80pp, 132mm x 100mm

Featuring a foreword by Paralympic archer Danielle Brown. Life is full of ups and downs, but there are ways of dealing with it through RESILIENCE. Dip into APocketfulofResiliencefor a motivating affirmation, an uplifting quote or a top tip for yourself or to share with your friends. Put it in your pocket and carry it around with you for daily inspiration. The go-to pocketbook for 8 to 11 year olds. Includes quotes from famous children’s authors.

A Pocketful of Calm

December 2022 release

ISBN: 978-1-915167-28-6 (HB) | £7.99

8-11 years | 80pp, 132mm x 100mm

Featuring a foreword by award-winning author and journalist Radhika Sanghani.

Foreword by Radhika Sanghani

Don’t worry and stay calm! A handy guide to help you relax and feel good when everything gets too much. Dip into A Pocketful of Calm for a motivating affirmation, an uplifting quote or a top tip for yourself or to share with your friends. Put it in your pocket and carry it around with you for daily inspiration. The go-to pocketbook for 8 to 11 year olds. Includes quotes from famous children’s authors.

A Pocketful of Kindness

October 2023 release

ISBN: 978-1-915167-37-8 (HB) | £7.99

8-11 years | 80pp, 132mm x 100mm

Featuring a foreword by chartered psychologist, author and yoga teacher, Suzy Reading.

If you can be anything - BE KIND! A helpful guide to keep those caring and sharing vibes going strong. Dip into A Pocketful of Kindness for a motivating affirmation, an uplifting quote or a top tip for yourself or to share with your friends. Put it in your pocket and carry it around with you for daily inspiration. The go-to pocketbook for 8 to 11 year olds. Includes quotes from famous children’s authors.

WHO AM I? BOARD BOOK SERIES

Illustrated by Liv Wan

A brand-new series where little readers can guess which animals are hiding under colourful flaps by reading the clues. Perfect for reading aloud and developing early world recognition, children will want to read these books again and again.

I’m a Duckling!

(Farm Animals)

October 2023 release

Illustrated by Liv Wan

ISBN: 978-1-915167-61-3 (BB) | £7.99

0-3 years | 12pp, 165mm x 165mm

Find out which farm animals are hiding in this colourful, interactive lift-the-flap children’s board book with a surprise ending.

I’m a Polar Bear!

(Christmas Animals)

November 2023 release

Illustrated by Liv Wan

ISBN: 978-1-915167-62-0 (BB) | £7.99

0-3 years | 12pp, 165mm x 165mm

Find out which Christmas animals are hiding in this colourful, interactive lift-the-flap children’s board book with a surprise ending.

COMING SOON

I’m a Tiger!

(Jungle Animals) Coming soon

Illustrated by Liv Wan

ISBN: 978-1-915167-63-7 (BB) | £7.99

0-3 years | 12pp, 165mm x 165mm

Find out which jungle animals are hiding in this colourful, interactive lift-the-flap children’s board book with a surprise ending.

COMING SOON

I’m a Puppy!

(Pets) Coming soon

Illustrated by Liv Wan

ISBN: 978-1-915167-64-4 (BB) | £7.99

0-3 years | 12pp, 165mm x 165mm

Find out which pets are hiding in this colourful, interactive lift-the-flap children’s board book with a surprise ending.

Clementine’s Walk

February 2022 release

Written and Illustrated by Annie White

ISBN: 978-1-913639-70-9 (PB) | £7.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

Clementine is intent on finding someone (anyone!) to take her for a walk, but everyone is just too busy. When it is finally time to go for a walk, Clementine is nowhere to be found.

Clementine’s Bath

April 2022 release

Written and Illustrated by Annie White

ISBN: 978-1-913639-69-3 (PB) | £7.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

Clementine runs away to escape a bath. Not a BATH! thinks Clementine. She hides under the bed, behind the curtains and even in Baby’s toybox. Can her family find her in time to give her a bath?

Clementine’s Treasure

May 2022 release

Written and Illustrated by Annie White

ISBN: 978-1-913639-68-6 (PB) | £7.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

Clementine has her eye on only one thing when the Queen comes to tea - a sparkly royal necklace! When the jewel goes missing, everyone, including Clementine, searches high and low to find it.

Jump for the Stars

September 2022 release

Written by Vogue Williams | Illustrated by Tilia Rand-Bell

ISBN: 978-1-915167-13-2 (HB) | £12.99

0-5 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

BOING! BOING!

We BOUNCE so high, We’re JUMPING for the stars!

If we don’t stop soon, We’ll land on planet Mars!

In Vogue Williams’ enchanting first children’s picture book, we meet lots of little children who like to be super active all day long. Can you JUMP for the Stars?

Ten Little Yoga Frogs

November 2023 release (BB) | January 2021 release (PB)

Written by Hilary Robinson | Illustrated by Mandy Stanley

ISBN: 978-1-915167-51-4 | £7.99 | 0-3 years | 22pp, 200mm x 200mm (BB)

ISBN: 978-1-912858-96-5 | £6.99 | 0-5 years | 24pp, 240mm x 240mm (PB)

Yoga Frogs love to have fun trying all the different yoga poses. Can you count the different yoga frogs, and try out all the yoga poses?

Twelve Little Festive Frogs

November 2021 release

Written by Hilary Robinson | Illustrated by Mandy Stanley

ISBN: 978-1-913639-67-9 (PB) | £6.99

0-5 years | 28pp, 240mm x 240mm

Celebrate the twelve days of Christmas with these fun and delightful little festive frogs.

Dino Love

October 2020 release

Written by Michelle Worthington | Illustrated by Veronica Montoya

ISBN: 978-1-912858-97-2 (PB) | £6.99

0-3 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

Love is big and small and all kinds of different colours. Love is doing your best. Love is never giving up. Celebrate love in all its forms with a cast of adorable dinosaurs.

Dino Love at Christmas

November 2021 release

Written by Michelle Worthington | Illustrated by Veronica Montoya

ISBN: 978-1-913639-53-2 (PB) | £6.99

0-3 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

Treat yourself to this colourful Christmas story, as the adorable dinosaurs come together to celebrate. With festive fun and kindness, Christmas love is all around.

My Dad is a Bear

May 2021 release

Written by Nicola Connelly | Illustrated by Annie White

ISBN: 978-1-912076-29-1 (Board Book) | £6.99

0-3 years | 20pp, 200mm x 200mm

Charlie’s dad is tall, round and soft. Sometimes he growls. Could he be a bear? Luckily for Charlie there’s one thing bears do best. Perfect book for Father’s Day.

In parnership with

Seasons & Sounds

Illustrated by Morena Forza

Little children will love listening to the sounds of nature in this brand-new board book series, Seasons & Sounds. With sound buttons to press on every spread and engaging, bright illustrations, readers are fully immersed into every season. Celebrating the ability of children to find joy in all seasons and weather, this stunning series encourages everyone to appreciate and respect the world around us.

Listen to Autumn

September 2022 release

ISBN: 978-1-915167-07-1 (Board Book) | £9.99 | 0-3 years | 14pp, 200mm x200mm

Crunch, Rustle Come with me, I’m making a secret den Behind a tree!

Listen to Winter

November 2022 release

ISBN: 978-1-915167-08-8 (Board Book) | £9.99 | 0-3 years | 14pp, 200mm x200mm

Crunch, Crunch

Through the snow with speed. I’m following paw prints, But where will they lead?

Listen to Spring

March 2023 release

ISBN: 978-1-915167-09-5 (Board Book) | £9.99 | 0-3 years | 14pp, 200mm x200mm

Chirp, Cheep Twitter, Tweet!

The dawn chorus Is here to greet!

Listen to Summer

June 2023 release

Illustrated by Morena Forza

ISBN: 978-1-915167-10-1 (PB) | £9.99 | 0-3 years | 14pp, 200mm x 200mm

Squawk, Caw Soaring high, Swooping, scooping, Seagulls in the sky!

Written by Hilary Robinson and Illustrated by Mandy Stanley

From the successful, creative team that brought you Gregory Goose, a BRILLIANT, new, lift-the-flap board book series for babies and toddlers introducing the need to care for our environment and all the fun ways of doing it. With Hilary’s joyful and rhythmic text coupled with Mandy’s colourful and fun illustrations, Tatty Mouse is a role model for the new regeneration.

Tatty Mouse Rock Star

July 2022 release

ISBN: 978-1-913639-91-4 (Board Book) | £7.99 0-3 years | 18pp, 200mm x200mm

TATTY MOUSE is the ULTIMATE RECYCLER. She doesn’t like to see anything go to waste and thinks of inventive ways of reusing what others throw away. With her super-cool tool kit and craft box, find out how Tatty Mouse becomes a ROCK STAR!

* Shortlisted for the Sheffield Children’s Book Awards 2023

Tatty Mouse Super Racer

August 2022 release

ISBN: 978-1-913639-92-1 (Board Book) | £7.99 0-3 years | 18pp, 200mm x200mm

Tatty Mouse is the ULTIMATE RECYCLER. She doesn’t like to see anything go to waste and thinks of inventive ways of reusing what others throw away. With her super-cool tool kit and craft box, find out how Tatty Mouse becomes a SUPER RACER!

Tatty Mouse Christmas

Coming soon

ISBN: 978-1-915167-57-6 (Board Book) | £7.99 0-3 years | 18pp, 200mm x200mm

Tatty Mouse is the ULTIMATE RECYCLER. She doesn’t like to see anything go to waste annd loves to think of inventive ways of reusing what others throw away.

Countdown to Christmas with Tatty and her friends in this fun lift-the-flap festive story.

Written by Rosalyn Albert | Illustrated by Natalia Moore

On a Rocket

November 2019 release

ISBN: 978-1-912858-22-4 (Board Book) | £6.99 | 0-3 years | 18pp, 165mm x165mm

Let’s go on a rocket Up high into space, Where I can see the planets And the moon’s big smiley face!

Two friends enjoy an adventure in a rocket as they head into space.

On a Ferry

December 2019 release

ISBN: 978-1-912858-23-1 (Board Book) | £6.99 | 0-3 years | 18pp, 165mm x165mm

Let’s go on a ferry And sail across the sea, We’ll get on at the wharf Where we can buy a cup of tea.

Two friends enjoy an afternoon in the sun aboard a ferry.

On a Train

February 2020 release

ISBN: 978-1-912858-27-9 (Board Book) | £6.99 | 0-3 years | 18pp, 165mm x165mm

Let’s go on a steam train And choo-choo through the land. We wait down at the station Where we hold each other’s hand.

Two friends enjoy an exciting ride aboard a train.

On a Tractor

June 2020 release

ISBN: 978-1-912858-26-2 (Board Book) | £6.99 | 0-3 years | 18pp, 165mm x165mm

Let’s go on a tractor All around the farm, Past the duck pond, through the fields Behind the big red barn.

Two friends enjoy life on the farm.

On a Digger

October 2020 release

ISBN: 978-1-912858-25-5 (Board Book) | £6.99 | 0-3 years | 18pp, 165mm x165mm

Let’s go on a digger And dig up lots of mud. I scoop it high into the air And drop it with a thud.

Friends enjoy an adventure on a digger.

On a Plane

November 2020 release

ISBN: 978-1-912858-24-8 (Board Book) | £6.99 | 0-3 years | 18pp, 165mm x165mm

Let’s go on an aeroplane, Up into the sky, Where buzzy bees and butterflies Like to fly so high.

Friends enjoy a ride in the sky.

On a Submarine

August 2021 release

ISBN: 978-1-913639-57-0 (Board Book) | £6.99 | 0-3 years | 18pp, 165mm x165mm

Let’s go on a submarine And cruise beneath the sea. Discovering strange creatures Who swim so fast and free.

Friends go on an adventure deep into the sea.

On a Fire Engine

November 2021 release

ISBN: 978-1-913639-54-9 (Board Book) | £6.99 | 0-3 years | 18pp, 165mm x165mm

Let’s go on a fire engine, Racing through the street. The bell rings – someone needs our help! We jump up to our feet.

Friends go on a fire engine and put out a fire.

On a Helicopter

November 2021 release

ISBN: 978-1-913639-56-3 (Board Book) | £6.99 | 0-3 years | 18pp, 165mm x165mm

Let’s go on a helicopter Whirring through the sky, A bird’s eye view will nicely do Let’s see what we can spy!

Friends enjoy an adventurous helicopter ride.

On a Carriage

June 2022 release

ISBN: 978-1-915167-17-0 (Board Book) | £7.99 | 0-3 years | 18pp, 165mm x165mm

Let’s go on a carriage And drive through London Town, I’m dressed up for my Jubilee In a sparkly silver gown.

Celebrate Her Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and join in on this exciting royal ride!

On a Bus

July 2022 release

ISBN: 978-1-913639-55-6 (Board Book) | £7.99 | 0-3 years | 18pp, 165mm x165mm

Let’s go on a shiny bus And drive across the city, Past palaces and skyscrapers So grand and, oh, so pretty!

Friends enjoy a fun city bus ride.

On a Sleigh

November 2022 release

ISBN: 978-1-915167-29-3 (Board Book) | £7.99 | 0-3 years | 18pp, 165mm x165mm

Let’s go on a sleigh ride And race across the snow, The reindeer guide our sleigh tonight Oh, how their noses glow!

Join friends for a sensational sleigh ride in a winter wonderland.

On a Bicycle

June 2023 release

ISBN: 978-1-915167-44-6 (Board Book) | £7.99 0-3 years | 18pp, 165mm x165mm

Let’s go on a bicycle

And spend the day outside, We’ll have a big adventure It’s a great day for a ride!

Join friends for an exciting bicycle ride!

On an Ambulance

November 2023 release

ISBN: 978-1-915167-49-1 (Board Book) | £7.99 0-3 years | 18pp, 165mm x165mm

Let’s go on an ambulance

To help someone in need, We have to get there quickly So we head off at great speed.

Join friends on an ambulance rescue.

Little Days Out

At the Shops

May 2021 release

ISBN: 978-1-913639-52-5 (Board Book) | £6.99 0-3 years | 14pp, 200mm x 200mm

Discover all the different food you can find in the supermarket in this bright and colourful lift-the-flap children’s board book. Perfect for reading aloud and developing early word recognition. Collect all the books in the Little Days Out series.

At the Park

September 2021 release

ISBN: 978-1-913639-59-4 (Board Book) | £6.99 0-3 years | 14pp, 200mm x 200mm

Discover the joy of being outside in the park in this bright and colourful lift-the-flap children’s board book. Perfect for reading aloud and developing early word recognition. Collect all the books in the Little Days Out series.

At the Pool

April 2022 release

ISBN: 978-1-913639-58-7 (Board Book) | £7.99 0-3 years | 14pp, 200mm x 200mm

Enjoy a fun day out at the pool in this bright and colourful lift-the-flap children’s board book. Perfect for reading aloud and developing early word recognition. Collect all the books in the Little Days Out series

Illustrated by Sally Garland

Written by Hilary Robinson | Illustrated by Mandy Stanley

On the Moon

November 2019 release

ISBN: 978-1-912858-14-9 (Board Book) | £6.99 0-3 years | 20pp, 200mm x 200mm

Gregory Goose is heading into space. Can you find him?

In the Jungle

December 2019 release

ISBN: 978-1-912858-15-6 (Board Book) | £6.99 0-3 years | 20pp, 200mm x 200mm

Gregory Goose is going on safari. Can you find him?

Up the Mountain

February 2020 release

ISBN: 978-1-912858-17-0 (Board Book) | £6.99

0-3 years | 20pp, 200mm x 200mm

Gregory Goose is heading up the mountain. Can you find him?

* Shortlisted for The Sheffield’s Children’s Book Award 2021.

At the Fair

March 2020 release

ISBN: 978-1-912858-16-3 (Board Book) | £6.99

0-3 years | 20pp, 200mm x 200mm

Gregory Goose is going to the fair. Can you find him?

Gregory Goose is on an adventure. But he is playing hide-and-seek. Can you help find him?

CAN YOU FIND?

Illustrated by Nancy Bevington

At the Beach

Illustrated by Nancy Bevington

ISBN: 978-1-912076-06-2 (Board Book) | £6.99

0-3 years | 18pp, 165mm x 165mm

Explore all the wonderful things at the beach. Can you find them all at the end? A fun, visually stimulating book to promote early learning and reading.

Under the Ocean

Illustrated by Nancy Bevington

ISBN: 978-1-912076-05-5 (Board Book) | £6.99

0-3 years | 18pp, 165mm x 165mm

Explore all the wonderful things under the ocean. Can you find them all at the end? A fun, visually stimulating book to promote early learning and reading.

On the Farm

Illustrated by Nancy Bevington

ISBN: 978-1-912076-07-9 (Board Book) | £6.99

0-3 years | 18pp, 165mm x 165mm

Explore all the wonderful things on the farm. Can you find them all at the end? A fun, visually stimulating book to promote early learning and reading.

In the Forest

Illustrated by Nancy Bevington

ISBN: 978-1-912076-08-6 (Board Book) | £6.99

0-3 years | 18pp, 165mm x 165mm

Explore all the wonderful things in the forest. Can you find them all at the end? A fun, visually stimulating book to promote early learning and reading.

The ABC of Musical Instruments

In collaboration with Hampshire Cultural Trust | Illustrated by Ailie Busby

ISBN: 978-1-912076-45-1 (Board Book) | £6.99

0-3 years | 28pp, 152mm x 161mm

Join these lovable animals as they play some musical instruments in the perfect first alphabet book.

123 Tea Party

In collaboration with Hampshire Cultural Trust

Illustrated by Ailie Busby

ISBN: 978-1-912076-44-4 (Board Book) | £6.99

0-3 years | 28pp, 152mm x 161mm

Join Fox as he prepares a magnificent tea party for all his friends in this perfect first counting book.

Mr Pegg’s Post

Written and illustrated by Elena Topouzoglou

ISBN: 978-1-912076-85-7 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

Anna and her parents live in a lighthouse, surrounded by the ocean, far from neighbours and friends.Their only visitor is Mr Pegg, the postman. But when Mr Pegg needs help with his deliveries, Anna comes to the rescue. Maybe she will find some friends after all …

Pip Finds a Home

Written and Illustrated by Elena Topouzoglou

ISBN: 978-1-912076-01-7 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 28pp, 260mm x 210mm

After a long journey over the seas, Pip arrives at the South Pole. But as he meets his fellow penguins, he realises he is not quite the same as them. What makes him different ... and does it matter?

Scaredy Cat

Written by Heather Gallagher | Illustrated by Anil Tortop

ISBN: 978-1-912076-78-9 (HB) | £11.99

ISBN: 978-1-912858-00-2 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 260mm x 260mm

A little girl shows how far she will go to protect her four-legged friend.

Marvellous Mummy

Written by Katie Poli | Illustrated by Giuseppe Poli

ISBN: 978-1-912076-95-6 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 28pp, 280mm x 250mm

From being brave to being silly, Mummy makes every moment special.

Eva’s Imagination

Written by Wenda Shurety | Illustrated by Karen Erasmus

ISBN: 978-1-912076-19-2 (HB) | £11.99

ISBN: 978-1-912858-02-6 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 260mm x 260mm

Eva doesn’t know what an imagination is. With the help of her dog, Chops, Eva goes on a hunt to find it. A delightful story about the power of imagination.

Jump and Shout!

Written by Mike Dumbleton | Illustrated by Peter Carnavas

ISBN: 978-1-912076-41-3 (PB) | £6.99

0-3 years | 32pp, 220mm x 290mm

Jump and shout … clap and cheer on this rollicking adventure with a lively family. Join them as they swing, skip and tumble through the neighbourhood on a joyful day out.

The Brave Knight

Written by Sally Gould | Illustrated by Celeste Hulme

ISBN: 978-1-912076-94-9 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 28pp, 280mm x 240mm

Determined to protect his castle and its occupants, a little boy stands guard against enemy knights.

The Night Before Christmas

Illustrated by Hélène Magisson

ISBN: 978-1-912858-29-3 (PB) | £6.99

4-10 years | 32pp, 275mm x 240mm

This classic Clement Clarke Moore poem is given new life with beautiful illustrations by Hélène Magisson.The perfect book to celebrate the joy of the festive season.

My Sister

Written and illustrated by Joanna Young

ISBN: 978-1-912076-51-2 (HB) |£11.99

ISBN: 978-1-912076-27-7 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 24pp, 240mm x 240mm

A heart-warming picture book with soft, beautiful illustrations and simple text showing the special relationship that exists between sisters.

Max Meets a Monster

Written by Tracey Hawkins | Illustrated by Chantal Stewart

ISBN: 978-1-912076-98-7 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

Max is having his first ever sleepover at Grandpa’s house. Snuggled into bed with his Ted and his torch, Max is woken by a terrifying noise. Follow Max and Ted as they hunt around the house and discover all sorts of strange shapes, until they finally come face to face with a most surprising monster …

A light-hearted story that emphasises the relationships with grandparents.

Rhino Neil

Written and illustrated by Mini Goss

ISBN: 978-1-912076-23-9 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 28pp, 275mm x 225mm

All the animals in the safari zoo are warned to stay away from the huge Rhino Neil. He is a very lonely rhinocerous until one day Tuscany the elephant arrives. Neil is pleased to have a friend at last. These animals come to life with Mini’s fine illustrations.

Emily Green’s Garden

Written by Penny Harrison | Illustrated by Megan Forward

ISBN: 978-1-912076-75-8 (HB) | £11.99

ISBN: 978-1-912858-01-9 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 280mm

Emily Green lives in a perfectly lovely house, in a perfectly lovely street where people are always busy and bustling, hurried and hustling. One day Emily Green decides she wants to bring the outside into her home. She catches a glimpse of something green on the pavement, and visits the library to learn more about plants. Soon she has created something magical. She just needs to share it with others …

Hodge Podge Lodge

Written and illustrated by Priscilla Lamont

ISBN: 978-1-912076-21-5 (HB) | £11.99

ISBN: 978-1-912858-03-3 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

The Pigwigs live happily in Hodge Podge Lodge, making lots and lots of mess. But they never think about where their rubbish goes . . . until their neighbours decide enough is enough. Can Little Miss Pigwig’s nifty new idea help solve the problem of all that rubbish? A lively story about taking care of our environment and the importance of recycling.

Edward and the Great Discovery

Written by Rebecca McRitchie | Illustrated by Celeste Hulme

ISBN: 978-0-9956255-0-1 (HB) | £11.99

ISBN: 978-1-912076-89-5 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 275mm x 240mm

Although he comes from a long line of archaeologists, Edward has never discovered anything. Then one rainy night, he stumbles upon what could be his first great discovery.

TAKE TED INSTEAD

Rose’s Red Boots

Written by Maura Finn | Illustrated by Karen Erasmus

ISBN: 978-1-912076-97-0 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

‘The little red boots went marching, marching, marching. The little red boots went marching, merrily on their way …’ One bright autumn morning, Rose and her cheeky companion, Banjo, head off to fly their kite.

Take Ted Instead

Written by Cassandra Webb | Illustrated by Amanda Francey

ISBN: 978-1-912076-61-1 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 24pp, 240mm x 240mm

It’s bedtime for one tired little boy. Why should he go to bed when everyone else in the house is still awake? He has a plan to keep himself wide awake …

My Dad is a Bear

Written by Nicola Connelly | Illustrated by Annie White

ISBN: 978-0-995625-58-7 (PB) | £5.99

2-6 years | 24pp, 254mm x 254mm

He is tall and round like a bear. He is soft and furry like a bear. My dad is a bear!

Santa’s Tight Squeeze

Written by Alex Field | Illustrated by Karen Erasmus

ISBN: 978-1-912076-59-8 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

It’s Christmas Eve, and Santa finds many treats left for him while delivering presents throughout the world. But as Santa keeps eating, his belt gets a bit tighter each time. Will he still fit down the chimney?

My Magnificent Jelly Bean Tree

Written by Maura Finn | Illustrated by Aura Parker

ISBN: 978-0-995625-56-3 (PB) | £6.99

4-8 years | 32pp, 230mm x 280mm

A young boy creates a magical world with a jelly bean tree.

Cassandra Webb Illustrated by Amanda Francey

I Love You

Written by Xiao Mao | Illustrated by Tang Yun

ISBN: 978-0-995625-59-4 (HB) | £11.99

ISBN: 978-1-912076-88-8 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 260mm x 210mm

Little Badger’s teacher shares her favourite words with the class. At the end of the day Little Badger goes home to practise saying three special words - I LOVE YOU.

* Shortlisted for World Book Night Award, Children (The Reading Agency).

How Many Dinosaurs Deep?

Written by Ben Kitchin | Illustrated by Vicky Fieldhouse

ISBN: 978-0-995625-55-6 (HB) | £10.99

ISBN: 978-1-912076-12-3 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 24pp, 275mm x 240mm

Jim is not quite sure that he’s ready to move from the baby pool to the middlesized pool.

Can a group of splashing, sploshing dinosaurs help him face his fear?

Is it the Way You Giggle?

Written by Nicola Connelly | Illustrated by Annie White

ISBN: 978-1-912076-93-2 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 260mm x 260mm

What makes you special? Is it the way you draw pictures or the way you giggle? A heart-warming picture book that reflects on our differences.

What Should A Horse Say?

Written by Fleur McDdonald | Illustrated by Annie White

ISBN: 978-1-912076-02-4 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

Farmer Rochelle owns a cow that says ‘moo moo’, a sheep that says ‘baa baa’, a chicken that says ‘chick chick’ and a horse that says … ‘chick chick’! What on earth could be wrong with Farmer Rochelle’s horse?

A playful farmyard story full of animal friends and the noises they make.

Twelve Days of Kindness

Written by Cori Brooke | Illustrated by Fiona Burrows

ISBN: 978-1-912076-33-8 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 280mm

One little girl realises that a girl in her class is struggling to make friends. With the help of their football coach they come up with a plan. Can their school football team bring them together, and expand their friendship group?

Nicola Connelly & Annie White

Mr Darcy

Written by Alex Field | Illustrated by Peter Carnavas

ISBN: 978-1-912076-56-7 (HB) | £11.99 | ISBN: 978-1-912076-14-7 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

Mr Darcy is a rather reserved and gentle duck who has all the great qualities of a gentle English aristocrat. His life is a little lonely until he discovers that it’s okay to let his friends know he needs some help. Alex Field’s great love of Jane Austen’s Mr Darcy from Pride and Prejudice inspired her to create Mr Darcy.

Mr Darcy the Dancing Duck

Written by Alex Field | Illustrated by Peter Carnavas

ISBN: 978-1-912076-57-4 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

Mr Darcy dreads the first sign of spring. Flowers in bloom mean only one thing - dancing season. And Mr Darcy simply cannot dance. Can Lizzy convince Mr Darcy to take a turn around the maypole?

Mr Darcy and the Christmas Pudding

Written by Alex Field | Illustrated by Peter Carnavas

ISBN: 978-1-912076-58-1 (HB) | £11.99 | ISBN: 978-1-912076-16-1 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

Mr Darcy loves Christmas. A roaring fire, falling snow, hot chocolate and solitude. But when Mr Collins drops by, Mr Darcy’s peaceful Christmas is soon ruined.

Jessica’s Box

Written and illustrated by Peter Carnavas

ISBN: 978-1-912076-54-3 (HB) | £11.99 | ISBN: 978-1-912076-77-2 (PB) | £6.99

4-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

Jessica‘s Box is Peter Carnavas’ first book. Peter has portrayed with depth the trauma of a child’s first day at school and written a witty and warm book about finding new friends.

Last Tree in the City

Written and illustrated by Peter Carnavas

ISBN: 978-1-912076-55-0 (HB) | £11.99 | ISBN: 978-1-912076-49-9 (PB) | £6.99

4-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

Edward is sad after he finds the last tree in the city is no longer standing. After some reflection, he finds a way to make things better. A poignant tale about the environment and the way children relate to its beauty.

The Children who loved books

Written and illustrated by Peter Carnavas

ISBN: 978-1-912076-52-9 (HB) | £11.99 | ISBN: 978-1-912076-18-5 (PB) | £6.99

4-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

Angus and Lucy love books but when the books are taken away, their family soon discover they cannot live without them. A warm and moving celebration of books and the way in which they bring us all together.

and A NIGHT STORMY

Marvin and Marigold: The Big Sneeze

Written by Mark Carthew | Illustrated by Simon Prescott

ISBN: 978-1-912076-63-5 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

Two mice, Marvin and Marigold, live next door to each other. When Marvin gets a cold, Marigold has to find a cure to save her mouse house. Told in Mark Carthew’s classic lyrical rhyme.

Marvin and Marigold: A Christmas Surprise

Written by Mark Carthew | Illustrated by Simon Prescott

ISBN: 978-1-912076-62-8 (HB) | £11.99

ISBN: 978-1-912076-17-8 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

On the first day in December, Marigold Mouse receives a surprise gift. She can’t wait to share her excitement with her best friend Marvin. In the second picture book in the Marvin and Marigold series, Mark Carthew’s evocative verse expresses the spirit of the festive season, and Simon Prescott’s illustrations bring to life the magic of Christmas.

Marvin and Marigold: A Stormy Night

Written by Mark Carthew | Illustrated by Simon Prescott

ISBN: 978-1-912076-48-2 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 240mm x 240mm

On a wild and stormy night, Marvin and Marigold are scared. ‘The wind rattled windows, whistled and whirled as lightning bolts cracked and thunderclaps swirled.’ Will they make it through the night?

My Perfect Pup

Written by Sue Walker | Illustrated by Anil Tortop

ISBN: 978-1-912076-81-9 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 260mm x 260mm

One puppy sits excitedly in a pet shop waiting for the perfect home. Will it be the twins, Milly and Max, or Joe who takes him home?

* Selected by the Children’s Book Council Australia as a 2017 Notable Book.

The Great Zoo Hullabaloo!

Written by Mark Carthew | Illustrated by Anil Tortop

ISBN: 978-1-912076-10-9 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

‘When Jess and Jack opened the gates to the Zoo, it was strangely deserted. Nobody said BOO!’

Can Jess and Jack discover the mystery of the missing animals? This magical picture book by award-winning author Mark Carthew, brought to life by Anil Tortop’s illustrations, evokes the spirit of adventure in enchanting rhyme.

Scruffle-Nut

Written by Corinne Fention | Illustrated by Owen Swan

ISBN: 978-1-912076-31-4 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 210mm x 280mm

As winter leaves tumble and twirl, a wisp of memory wraps itself about me and whispers me back to long ago …

Lucia and Lawrence

Written and illustrated by Joanna Francis

ISBN: 978-1-912076-50-5 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 245mm x 245mm

Lucia is creative. Lawrence loves numbers. Can they find a middle ground and stay friends?

Ash dresses her friends

Written and illustrated by Fu Wenzheng

ISBN: 978-1-912076-74-1 (HB) | £11.99

ISBN: 978-1-912076-28-4 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 216mm x 253mm

Ash is feeling lonely. She wishes she had someone to play with, then a sad elephant comes along and Ash has an idea that will cheer him up. Soon she is sharing her idea with lots of animals in the forest. A warm-hearted story about sharing with others.

Can You Find 12 Busy Bees?

Written by Gordon Winch | Illustrated by Patrick Shirvington

ISBN: 978-1-912076-30-7 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 270mm x 200mm

Following on from the award-winning Can You Find Me?, Can You Find 12 Busy Bees? brings children closer to nature and the environment. In this elegant picture book, children will enjoy learning to count with the gorgeous flora and fauna on every page.

Pugs Don’t Wear Pyjamas

Written by Michelle Worthington | Illustrated by Cecilia Johansson

ISBN: 978-1-912076-96-3 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

When Tom goes to stay with his Aunt Roz, he meets her pug, Ellie. But Ellie is no ordinary pug – wherever Tom and his aunt go, and whatever they do, Ellie goes too. Tom’s not sure he likes being with Ellie all the time. Will he ever get used to having her around?

Happy Little Squirrel

Written by Ge Cuilin & Yi Ping | Illustrated by Tang Yunhui

ISBN: 978-1-912076-76-5 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 210mm

Little Squirrel shares his home with all his friends. But, one day, Fox decides he wants the house to be his. Little Squirrel’s friends help to find him a new home. A charming story that celebrates friendship and kindness.

Baby Band

Written by Diane Jackson Hill | Illustrated by Giuseppe Poli

ISBN: 978-1-912076-84-0 (PB) | £6.99

3-6 years | 28pp, 250mm x 210mm

On a normal day, a baby creates mayhem in an apartment block. Diane Jackson’s words express her passion for music, and its ability to soothe the soul. Giuseppe Poli brings the musical theme in the book to life, transforming an apartment block into a vibrant community.

Max’s Dinosaur Feet!

Written by Lana Spasevski | Illustrated by Penelope Pratley

ISBN: 978-1-912076-37-6 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

Max has dinosaur feet. He must not wake the baby. Stomp! Stamp! Smash! Oh dear! How can he and his family keep their feet quiet, and the baby asleep?

Little Puggle’s Song

Written by Vikki Conley | Illustrated by Hélène Magisson

ISBN: 978-1-912076-34-5 (HB) | £11.99

3-6 years | 32pp, 254mm x 254mm

A lonely echidna searches for his voice. Every time Puggle tries to make sound nothing comes out. Can Puggle find his voice and join the bush choir?

HAPPILY EVER AFTER

A new twist on classic fairy tales.

The Little Mermaid

Illustrated by Owen Swan

ISBN: 978-1-912076-90-1 (PB) | £5.99

4-8 years | 24pp, 280mm x 210mm

Little Red Riding Hood

Illustrated by Celeste Hulme

ISBN: 978-0-995625-53-2 (PB) | £5.99

4-8 years | 24pp, 280mm x 210mm

Beauty and the Beast

Illustrated by Hélène Magisson

ISBN: 978-0-995625-54-9 (PB) | £5.99

4-8 years | 24pp, 280mm x 210mm

The Princess and the Pea

Illustrated by Hélène Magisson

ISBN: 978-1-912076-60-4 (PB) |£5.99

4-8 years | 24pp, 280mm x 210mm

The Ugly Duckling

Illustrated by Annie White

ISBN: 978-0-995625-51-8 (PB) | £5.99

4-8 years | 24pp, 280mm x 210mm

KEEPER OF THE CRYSTALS

Written by Jess Black | Illustrated by Celeste Hulme

Keeper of the Crystals is an adventure fantasy series full of secrets and mystery. Eve and Oscar, two unlikely friends, accidentally tap into the power of crystals. They are thrust into different and dangerous worlds where unicorns, tigers, dragons and panthers communicate with people and where native communities and their way of life are under threat. What are the secrets of the Crystal Keeper and why does Eve have these powers?

For more about Eve’s world, games and activities, visit: www.keeperofthecrystals.com.au

Eve and the Runaway Unicorn

ISBN: 978-0-995625-57-0 (PB) | £4.99

7+ years | 84pp, 198mm x 130mm

Eve and the Griffin’s Gold

ISBN: 978-1-912076-65-9 (PB) | £4.99 7+ years | 76pp, 198mm x 130mm

Eve and the Fiery Phoenix

ISBN: 978-0-995625-52-5 (PB) | £4.99

7+ years | 84pp, 198mm x 130mm

Eve and the Hidden Giant

ISBN: 978-1-9120766-4-2 (PB) | £4.99

7+ years | 76pp, 198mm x 130mm

Eve and the Mermaid’s Tears

ISBN: 978-1-912076-67-3 (PB) | £4.99

7+ years | 76pp, 198mm x 130mm

Eve and the Last Dragon

ISBN: 978-1-912076-66-6 (PB) | £4.99

7+ years | 84pp, 198mm x 130mm

Eve and the Rebel Fairies

ISBN: 978-1-912076-80-2 (PB) | £4.99 7+ years | 80pp, 198mm x 130mm

Eve and the Kraken Hunt

ISBN: 978-1-912076-20-8 (PB) | £4.99 7+ years | 66pp, 198mm x 130mm

BLAST OFF WITH THE LITTLE ROCKETS

A new, fast-paced junior fiction series designed especially for 7+ readers. Each gripping tale will keep children hooked and entice them to begin reading independently.

For more information and activities, visit: www.littlerockets.com.au

Ferret on the Loose

Written by Heather Gallagher

Illustrated by Benjamin Johnston

ISBN: 978-1-912076-83-3 (PB) | £5.99

7+ years | 80pp, 198mm x 130mm

Lucy has been training her pet ferret, Flash, for the annual Fastest Fearless Ferret Race. But as the competition approaches, Flash is nowhere to be found. Did he run away? Or was Flash ferret-napped?

Hubert

Hubert and The Magic Glasses

Written by Candice Lemon Scott

Illustrated by Joe Spellman

ISBN: 978-1-912076-91-8 (PB) | £5.99

7+ years | 80pp,198mm x 130mm

Sadly, the Able Ants are not the best football team in the district - and Hubert is not the best player. He loves football, but his skills are getting worse, not better. Could magic glasses be the answer?

Mike the Spike

Written by Stella Tarakson

Illustrated by Benjamin Johnston

ISBN: 978-1-912076-82-6 (PB) | £5.99

7+ years | 64pp,198mm x 130mm

and the Magic Glasses

Mike is proud of his spikey hair. Small for his age, his spikes make him look taller and very grown up. To his horror he discovers he has head lice. The great hat parade is only two days away and he longs to win a prize for best hat. But can he, when he can’t stop scratching long enough to make one?

JAKE IN SPACE

Jake in Space is a sci-fi adventure series full of action and suspense. Jake lives in the future. His home is a space station on Earth but he travels the solar system, solving mysteries and thwarting villains before they can carry out their evil plans.

For games and activities, visit: www.jakeinspace.com.au

Moon Attack

Written by Candice Lemon-Scott

Illustrated by Celeste Hulme

ISBN: 978-1-912076-00-0 (PB) | £5.99

7+ years | 113pp, 198mm x 130mm

Volcanoes of Venus

Written by Candice Lemon-Scott

Illustrated by Celeste Hulme

ISBN: 978-1-912076-70-3 (PB) | £5.99

7+ years | 112pp, 198mm x 130mm

Rocket Battles

Written by Candice Lemon-Scott

Illustrated by Celeste Hulme

ISBN: 978-1-912076-71-0 (PB) | £5.99

7+ years | 120pp, 198mm x 130mm

Mercury Rising

Written by Candice Lemon-Scott

Illustrated by Celeste Hulme

ISBN: 978-1-912076-69-7 (PB) | £5.99

7+ years | 116pp, 198mm x 130mm

Robot Games

Written by Candice Lemon-Scott

Illustrated by Celeste Hulme

ISBN: 978-1-912076-72-7 (PB) | £5.99

7+ years | 116pp, 198mm x 130mm

Saving Saturn

Written by Candice Lemon-Scott

Illustrated by Celeste Hulme

ISBN: 978-1-912076-68-0 (PB) | £5.99

7+ years | 116pp, 198mm x 130mm

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Front and back cover artwork taken from Ruby’s Repair Cafe by Michelle Worthington and Zoe Bennett Publishing November 2023 Illustrations copyright © Zoe Bennett, 2023