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20 Just Because

Activity 83-85
Audio 11, 38
Bestsellers 104–106
25 The Bear's
Water Picnic
Bestselling Series 107, 108
Board Books 5, 6, 8, 45–47
Classics 10, 11, 16, 35–39, 54
Children’s Bibles 102, 103
Fiction 52–79
34 A Filth of Starlings
Index 109–112
Nonfiction 33, 69, 80–82, 86–88, 101
Novelty 1, 3–5, 7–15, 22, 27, 45
Parenting 89–100
Picture Books 1–3, 10, 11, 16–35, 38–41, 44, 48, 49, 51
58 The Third Pig
Detective Agency
Religious 39, 41–51, 86, 87, 96, 102, 103
Seasonal 40–43, 45, 86, 87

71 Moment of Truth

85 Rainy Day
Cover art:
Doodles
The Bear’s Water Picnic
John Yeoman
Illustrations by Quentin Blake
Andersen Press
See page 25
Guess Who Says Moo?
Leonie Shearing
A delightful lift-the-flap book for toddlers learning about farm
animals, the sounds they make, and the things they do
I am soft and I say CLUCK.
It’s my job to lay the eggs.
I am the . . . (lift the flap) hen!
I am big and I say MOO.
It’s my job to make the milk.
I am the . . . (lift the flap) cow!
This perfect introduction to farm animals combines Leonie Shear-
ing’s charming illustrations with ever-popular lift-the-flaps, cre-
ating a fun guessing game for the very young. Whose job is it
to wake the farmer? Who makes the milk? Who rounds up the
sheep? Toddlers can lift the flap to find the answers to these fun
and simple farmyard riddles.
Leonie Shearing has illustrated numerous books for children,
including Fierce Milly, Izzie’s Idea, The Noisy Farm, and
Ron’s Race.
16 pp • 7 x 7 • Four-color Interior
Ages Up to 3 • Picture Books
9781921541681 • April • $8.99 (Can $9.99) Cloth • Little Hare Books

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No More Kisses!
Margaret Wild
Illustrations by Nina Rycroft
A catch-and-kiss story filled with delightful
rhyming action and fun words that toddlers will
love to repeat again and again
Baby is being chased around the garden by his
friends. As they try to catch him through any roly-
poly, wriggly-squiggly way they can, Baby tries to es-
cape—he’s had enough of kisses and cuddles! As he
squirms and wriggles and runs away through a maze
of obstacles, his friends are always in hot pursuit. This
delightful cumulative story is full of twists and turns
and accompanied by bright pictures and fun text pat-
terns.
Margaret Wild is an award-winning author who has
written more than 40 novels and picture books for
children, including Fox, Kiss Kiss!, Little Humpty, Our
Granny, and Woolvs in the Sitee. Nina Rycroft has
illustrated a number of books for children, including
Ballroom Bonanza and Boom Bah!
24 pp • 9.5 x 9.5 • Four-color Interior
Ages 3–5 • Picture Books
9781921541520 • April
$14.99 (Can $16.99) Cloth • Little Hare Books

Also available:

Hush, Hush!
9781921272868
$14.99 (Can $16.99) Cloth

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One Sheep, Two Sheep
A Book of Collective Nouns
Patricia Byers
Illustrations by Tamsin Ainslie
Simple, sweet, and utterly charming, this is a book that will teach little ones about
basic collectives
This adorable counting book includes pictures of children dressed up as their fa-
vorite animals—such as geese, butterflies, kangaroos, and frogs—to help teach young
ones counting terms. Laid out in accessible spreads, each section includes animals
in ones, twos, and then an entire group—for example, “One fish, two fish, and a
school of fish.” With simple and colorful pictures accompanying the educational text,
this is a fun and useful tool for any child to learn basic collective terminology.
Patricia Byers is a first-time author. Tamsin Ainsley has illustrated for ABC Books
and Scholastic, among others. She is the illustrator of Count My Kisses, Little One.
24 pp • 8.5 x 8.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Picture Books
9781921541452 • May • $10.99 (Can $11.99) Cloth • Little Hare Books

Fun Bums
Danielle McDonald
Create hilarious combinations between animals in the fun bum mix-up book
Have you ever seen a chicken’s bum hop? Or an elephant’s bum lay an egg? This split-
page novelty book conjures up multiple oddities and mix-ups that children of all ages
will be entertained and amused by. Frog’s bum dances to a tune, crocodile’s bum makes
bubble in the bath, mouse’s bum jumps, and much, much more!
Danielle McDonald has illustrated for a number of bestselling series, including Go Girl
and Zac Power.
16 pp • 7.5 x 9.5 • Four-color Interior • Split-Page Book • Ages 3–5 • Novelty
9781921541612 • April • $11.99 (Can $13.99) Cloth • Little Hare Books

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NOISY BATH BOOKS SERIES
Axel Scheffler
Great for distracting little ones at bathtime, these wonderfully illustrated books provide rhyme and
repetition in fun, witty text that children will love to hear again and again. They each have a “Press me!
I squeak!” button on the cover, and they are made of PVC material that is safe, soft, and wipes clean.
They come packaged in a see-through display-ready bag that can be hung or shelved.
Axel Scheffler has achieved worldwide acclaim for his humorous illustrations, and his books have been translated
into more than 29 languages. He is the illustrator of The Gruffalo, Stick Man, and Where’s My Mom?
Each: 7.5 x 7.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages Up to 3 • Novelty • April • $9.99 Bath Book • Campbell Books

Freddy the Frog

Children will love joining Freddy as he catches flies, leaps about,
and squelches around in the muddy green slime. With fun,
rhyming text, babies and toddlers will love splashing around with
this bath book.
10 pp • 9780230742697

Katie the Kitten

Katie’s a kitten with shiny fur and a lovely deep purr. In the day
she's very bashful and spends most of her time sleeping in the
warm laundry room, but at night children can have fun following
along as heads outside to prowl and dance on rooftops all around
the neighborhood.
10 pp • 9780230742703

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Pip the Puppy Jigsaw Book
Axel Scheffler
The story of Pip the puppy who loves to woof is presented
with five very early jigsaw puzzles
Children will love reading about Pip the puppy, who loves
to bark very loudly! He is brought to life with bright il-
lustrations, rhyming text, and five fantastic four-piece jig-
saws—big, chunky pieces and thumbholes make each
puzzle easy to complete. A fun “can you spot?” activity on
the final spread will make this a storytime and playtime
favorite.
Axel Scheffler has achieved worldwide acclaim for his hu-
morous illustrations, and his books have been translated
into more than 29 languages. He is the illustrator of The
Gruffalo, Stick Man, and Where’s My Mom?
12 pp • 8.5 x 8.5 • Four-color Interior
Ages 3–5 • Novelty/Board Books
9780230707184 • May • $11.99 Board Book
Campbell Books

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TIP TOP TABS SERIES
Rachel Fuller
The chunky tab-topped pages in these shaped board book are designed to help little hands to turn them.
Bright, bold artwork and fun-filled stories make these the perfect first books to share with a baby or toddler.
Rachel Fuller is the author and illustrator of My New Baby, Waiting for Baby, and You and Me.
Each: 12 pp • 8 x 8 • Four-color Interior • Ages Up to 5 • Board Books • June • $7.99 Board Book • Campbell Books

Farm Frolic
Hester Hen’s chicks are hiding! Are they in the pigsty or in the
meadow? Help Hester check everywhere on the farm to find her
chicks, and count them when she finally finds them.
9780230708679

Jungle Jumble
Come to the jungle where Little Leopard is looking for his
mother. Where could she be? Is she in the bushes, or in the trees?
9780230708662

Pirate Party
All aboard the pirate ship, where the first mate, captain, cabin
boy, and cook are hard at work getting the treasure on board
and preparing for a feast!

9780230708655

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LUANA RINALDO NOVELTY BOOKS
Luana Rinaldo
Rhyming text and adorable animals will make these cuddly books favorites.
They come packaged in a see-through, display-ready bag that can be hung or shelved.
Luana Rinaldo designs fabrics for children’s clothing and is the illustrator of the
highly successful Clackers board books, including Bee, Bunny, Duck, and Fish.
Each: 8 pp • Four-color Interior • Ages Up to 3 • Novelty • June • Fabric • Campbell Books

Sleepy Farm
These sleepy animals are perfect for bedtime.
Little ones will love saying goodnight to all the farm-
yard animals until they too are ready to join the ani-
mals in the land of nod.
5.5 x 5.5 • 9780230744592 • $5.99

Good Morning Jungle!

Children will love waking up all the touch-and-feel
animals: the tiger with his furry patch, the snake with
his pointy tongue, the crocodile with his scaly coat,
the parrot with her flapping wings, the monkey with
his twisty tail, and the lion with his soft mane.
7.5 x 7 • 9780230708969 • $9.99

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MAGIC MECHANISMS SERIES
Rachel Fuller
Each page features a tab that, when pulled, shows the outrageous after-effects of magic!
Rachel Fuller is the author and illustrator of My New Baby, Waiting for Baby, and You and Me.
Each: 8 pp • 7.5 x 7.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Novelty • April • $8.99 Board Book • Campbell Books

Wizard Magic!
If you were a wizard for a day, what spells would you cast?
Maybe turn your friends’ lunches into snakes and toads, or ruin
the potion being cooked up by other wizards in your school?
Grab your wand and join in the adventures of a very naughty
wizard! With magic changing pictures on every spread and a
fun rhyming text these books are ideal for aspiring wizards
everywhere.
9780230743434

Fairy Magic!
If you were a fairy for a day, what magic spells would you cast?
Grab your wand and join in the preparations for a fabulous
fairy party! Get rid of the storm clouds and replace them with
a rainbow! With magic changing pictures on every spread and
a fun rhyming text these books are ideal for aspiring fairies
everywhere.
9780230743427

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MATCH-AND-MUDDLE SERIES
Ian Cunliffe
Bright and fun, these interactive books include a set of cardboard figures for kids to stick on Velcro dots
throughout the book. With no right or wrong spots, there are plenty of places to put the figures, making for many
different stories. Hours of busy mix-and-match fun will develop manual dexterity and encourage creative thinking.
Ian Cunliffe is the illustrator of the Helping Hand series of books by Sarah Ferguson,
including Emily’s First Day of School and Matthew and the Bullies.
Each: 10 pp • 11 x 8 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Novelty/Board Books • June • $10.99 • Campbell Books

Sunny Seaside
It’s time to wake up, rise and shine!
Come on animals, it’s morning time!
It’s a lovely sunny day at the seaside. Take your
touch-and-feel seaside characters and stick them on
the page any way you like to make up each scene.
Children can match the animals with the appropri-
ate sleeping spots, decide where each ocean creature
would most enjoy playing, hide them from a shark,
and find a friend for each of them.
9780230712973

Terrific Transport
Passengers are waiting for their ride,
Climb aboard and get inside!
Start your engines, let’s go! Take your touch-and-
feel vehicle pieces and stick them on the page any
way you like to make up each scene. Put vehicles by
the gas station, let them pick up passengers, and fi-
nally put them in their garages once it’s time for bed.
9780230712980

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LIFT-THE-FLAP FAIRY TALES SERIES
Illustrations by Nick Sharratt
Stephen Tucker
Classic fairy tales are retold in glorious rhyme that’s perfect for reading aloud. With flaps and
surprises on every spread, these brightly colored, sturdy books are ideal for young children,
and each includes an audio CD with two tracks. Young readers can listen to the story alone,
or follow along with the book by turning the pages when they hear the chime.
Nick Sharratt has won numerous awards for his picture books, including the Children’s
Book Award for Eat Your Peas. His other books include The Foggy, Foggy Forest
and Mollywitch Does Magic Tricks. Stephen Tucker is a schoolteacher.
Each: 24 pp • 10 x 10 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Novelty/Picture Books
May • $10.99 • Macmillan Children’s Books

Little Red Riding Hood

Now to get to Granny’s cottage
The only way to go
Was through the deep dark forest,
But was she scared? Oh no!
Young readers can pull open a flap to see the dapper wolf hid-
ing behind a tree, look inside Granny’s wardrobe to see her hid-
ing in there, and open the door to save Red by letting in her father
with his axe to defeat the wolf.
9780330506212

The Three Billy Goats Gruff

“Oh, please let me cross,” said the middle-sized goat,
But the troll only snapped, “What’s your hurry?
With some herbs and some spices and served up with rice,
You would make a delicious goat curry!”
Kids can pull back the flap on the bridge that reveals none other
than the ornery, purple-haired troll, while other flaps reveal the
troll’s vile thoughts of eating goatburgers and fries. The final spread
is a pop-up of the troll falling over his own bridge, while the goats
rejoice and eat sweet grass.
9780330506205

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LIFT-THE-FLAP FAIRY TALES SERIES
Illustrations by Nick Sharratt
Stephen Tucker

24 pp • 10 x 10 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Novelty/Picture Books

May • $10.99 • Macmillan Children’s Books

Cinderella
Cinderella’s sisters
Were such a rotten pair,
She did all the housework,
They never did their share.
Children will enjoy opening the royal invitation, looking behind
the pull of purple smoke to see Fairy Godmother, and the final
fun pop-up spread of Cinderella and the prince getting married.
9780230736122

Emergency Rescue!
Jonathan Emmett
Illustrations by Christyan Fox
Children will love joining in with the siren noises as they race to
the rescue with Cat and Dog
With bouncy rhyming text, humorous detail, and a different colorful,
sturdy pop-up emergency vehicle on every spread, this book is perfect
for little heroes everywhere. They can help the police catch an art thief,
rush an accident victim to the hospital, put out a fire with the fire-
fighters while making sure everyone is safe, rescue sailors with a lifeboat,
and use a helicopter to reach a mountain climber who needs help.
Jonathan Emmett is the author of I Love You Always and Forever, Ruby
in Her Own Time, and This Way, Ruby! Christyan Fox is the illustrator
of the PiggyWiggy series, including Count to Ten, PiggyWiggy! and
Fire Fighter PiggyWiggy.
10 pp • 10.5 x 10.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Novelty
9780230528765 • June • $10.99 Cloth
Macmillan Children’s Books

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EMILY BOLAM NOVELTY BOOKS
Emily Bolam
Pull-tabs, flaps to lift, and wheels to turn will provide hours of playtime fun. These books
feature a handy ribbon to tie the book open, creating a series of four interactive
scenes full of intricate detail. When play is done, the ribbon ties the book closed again.
Emily Bolam is a children’s illustrator whose previous work includes the Chunky Farm books; the
Chunky Safari books; and the Touch, Look, and Learn series, which includes Colors and Counting.
Each: 8 pp • 7 x 10.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Novelty • April • $10.99 Board Book • Campbell Books

Farmyard Friends
Welcome to our friendly farm. Won’t you stay and play?
Feed the pigs and chase the cat and have some fun today!
Meet the animals that live on this fun and colorful farm.
Open up the carousel, tie it back with the handy ribbon,
then read the story and join in! All the action of the farm-
yard is brought to life as children use the pull tabs to feed
the pigs, make the butterflies flutter, help the lambs frolic,
and watch the cat chase the mouse.
9780230712935

Happy Home
Welcome to our happy home, won’t you step inside?
The pets are having fun, as they run and jump and hide!
A bright and busy home is brought to life when young read-
ers open this book, tie back the ribbon, and get to know
the lively pets who live here. Children will feel right at home
helping the animals scamper around their abode—the cat’s
on the roof, the parrot’s in the cupboard, and everyone is
leaping and chasing one another, until the final wheel brings
night and bedtime.
9780230712959

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MY FAIRY BOOKS
Maggie Bateson
Illustrations by Louise Comfort
Maggie Bateson is a paper engineer with a skill for devising intricate pop-ups. Louise Comfort is the illustrator
of the fairy phones series, including Daisy’s Necklace, Lily’s Busy Day, and Rosie’s Surprise.
Each: Four-color Interior • Ages 5–7 • Novelty • $24.99 Cloth • Macmillan Children’s Books

My Fairy Magic School

An enormous, glittering pop-up fairy world with press-out pieces
Everyone’s favorite fairies are off to the Spectacular Spell Competition at the
Three Wishes Fairy School, an amazing magical castle set high up in the moun-
tains. There’s an ice crystal waterfall, a balloon ride to enjoy, magic flying les-
sons, a sparkling fairy carousel, and so many amazing rooms to explore. Girls
and boys can read the story, press-out the characters, and take them on a tour
of this gloriously glittering pop-up school. A sparkling silver ribbon keeps the
book closed, and when it’s untied a whole magical land unfolds!
10 pp • 10.5 x 12
9780230709096 • April

My Fairy Showtime
It’s time to head to the Woodland Theatre, an elaborate fold-out extrava-
ganza, for the most magical event in Fairyland—the Fairy Showtime Spec-
tacular!
There are props to paint, costumes to make, and dances to rehearse, so when
Petal, Poppy, Rose, and Acorn arrive for a backstage tour, they quickly find their
hands full. Children can read the fairies’ story, then unfold this magical fairy
theater and have fun putting on their very own plays and shows. A gold rib-
bon keeps the book closed, and when it’s untied sparkly magical land unfolds!
12 pp • 9.5 x 12
9780230015821 • July

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TIME PIRATES SERIES
Illustrations by Mike Brownlow
Designed by Corina Fletcher
Mike Brownlow is the author and illustrator of such titles as The Big White Book with (Almost) Nothing in It
and Bouncing Babies. Corina Fletcher is a paper engineer whose previous books include Charlie and Lola’s I Am Not
Sleepy and I Will Not Go to Bed Pop-Up and Charlie and Lola’s I Will Never Not Ever Eat a Tomato Pop-Up.

Kraken Attack!
An incredibly elaborate pop-up underwater world,
complete with a fearsome crazed kraken, comes with
more than 40 press-out pieces and a top-secret
envelope to keep them safe
The Time Pirates are getting bored. No one has tried
to take over the world for weeks, and things are get-
ting pretty dull. But all that’s about to change when
water levels start rising fast—very fast! A journey
through history to the underwater city of Atlantis holds
the key to the rising water. Can the Time Pirates bat-
tle the wild kraken and break Poseidon’s curse in time
to save the world? With a nail-bitingly exciting story,
press-out pieces, two stand-alone pop-up vehicles, and
an amazing pop-up underwater world, this is the per-
fect book for young adventure fans. An aqua ribbon
keeps the book closed, and when it’s untied a whole
magical land unfolds.
12 pp • 10 x 12 • Four-color Interior
Ages 5–7 • Novelty
9780230739017 • April • $24.99 Cloth
Macmillan Children’s Books

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TIME PIRATES SERIES
Illustrations by Mike Brownlow
Designed by Corina Fletcher

Dinosaurs of Doom
Elaborate pop-ups include an awesome, futuristic
laboratory and an incredible cityscape complete
with rampaging dinos, while lift-the-flaps, moving
parts, and a few hidden secrets add extra fun
The Time Pirates’ visit to the museum’s “Dinorama”
exhibition is interrupted when an army of real-life ar-
mored dinosaurs invade. With evil genius Tempus Fugit
controlling the prehistoric predators, there’s no time
to lose if the Time Pirates are going to save the city
from total dino destruction! An action-packed story,
press-out pieces, two stand-alone pop-up dinosaurs,
and an amazing pop-up cityscape and futuristic lab-
oratory make this the perfect book for young adven-
ture fans.
12 pp • 10 x 12 • Four-color Interior
Ages 5–7 • Novelty
9780230741799 • June • $24.99 Cloth
Macmillan Children’s Books

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Little Miss Muffet and Other Rhymes
PatrickGeorge
A modern, boldly colored, witty take on traditional nursery
rhymes, this stylishly designed collection will surprise, chal-
lenge, and reward readers every time
“Divergent, playful, innovative, quirky, expansive, are just
a handful of the many adjectives that spring to mind after
a first perusal of this deceptively simple book of rhymes.”
—Books for Keeps
“A real treat for us adults as well as children . . . delightful,
wittily sophisticated.” —School Librarian
From family favorites to first-timers, these rhymes can be
played on fingers and toes, sung out loud, and looked at again
and again. This is a book for reading together with young chil-
dren; and designed to encourage conversation and visual inter-
action on each page. Stunning and witty illustrations will
challenge enquiring minds, and childrens’ imaginations and vo-
cabularies will be enriched.
PatrickGeorge is an independent publisher that produces books
for kids that are witty and educational, colorful and accessible,
challenging and stimulating, and most of all, fun.
52 pp • 6.5 x 8.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–7
Picture Books/Classics • 9780956255822
June • $9.99 (Can $10.99) Paper • PatrickGeorge

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Opposites
PatrickGeorge
A striking book of opposites ideal for early learning, designed to build vocabulary and
discover visual perspective
Eleven pairs of opposites each have a clear, acetate sheet between them. Children can sim-
ply flip the acetate back and forth to reveal the opposite. This book is full of bold, simple,
colorful images, always with a visual twist. Fun, educational, and making graphic design
accessible to all ages, these quirky illustrations encourage interactive reading between adult
and child.
PatrickGeorge is an independent publisher that produces books for kids that
are witty and educational, colorful and accessible, challenging and stimu-
lating, and most of all, fun.
48 pp • 6.5 x 8.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Picture Books
9780956255846 • June • $9.99 (Can $10.99) Paper • PatrickGeorge

There’s a Goat in My Coat

Rosemary Milne
Illustrations by Andrew McLean
Wriggle and Giggle, I’m a Walking Zoo, Piglet in Puddles, and more—the ex-
uberance of childhood is captured in this lively collection of rhymes, perfect
for play and for developing children’s language
“The charm of these very simple stories about a boy and his dog Josh lies in
the illustrations. McLean’s flowing lines sketch out the close relationship
between the two and perfectly express Josh’s floppy-eared, bounding play-
fulness.” —School Library Journal on Josh and Josh and Thumper
Filled with silliness for young children and perfect for learning language, this col-
lection of playful rhymes is a fun book for counting, hopping, running, rolling,
wriggling, giggling, and dancing! Can you do the Jelly Belly Shakes? Are you a
Tip Top Dancer? Who wants to meet Bouncy Bear, and Lazy Little Lizards, and
Scaly Snakes?
Rosemary Milne is a developmental psychologist, a former primary and preschool
teacher, and an educator of teachers and parents. Andrew McLean has received
multiple awards from the Children’s Book Council of Australia for his books,
which include Josh and Josh and Thumper.
32 pp • 10 x 9.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–7 • Picture Books
9781741758917 • June • $16.99 (Can $18.99) Cloth • Allen & Unwin

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BRONWYN BANCROFT PICTURE BOOKS
Bronwyn Bancroft

“It is Bancroft’s paintings that make the greatest impression.”

—School Library Journal on Sun Mother Wakes the World
Bronwyn Bancroft is an Aboriginal artist and designer whose artworks have been collected and shown
by galleries around the world. She is the illustrator of An Australian 1, 2, 3 of Animals; An Australian ABC
of Animals; Malu Kangaroo; Patterns of Australia; Possum and Wattle; and Sun Mother Wakes the World.
Each: Four-color Interior • Picture Books • Little Hare Books

W Is for Wombat
My First Australian Word Book
In this book, Possum and Wattle: My Big Book of Australian Words has been
specifically redesigned for little hands and bright minds
“It’s an aesthetically striking guide to Australian wildlife.”
—Publishers Weekly
The selection of colors, animals, and words and the new format makes this the per-
fect book for toddlers. Each page depicts an Australian word taken from the orig-
inal book, creating a captivating reference that celebrates the uniqueness of Australia
and its language.
24 pp • 9.5 x 9.5 • Ages Up to 3
New in Paper: 9781921541858 (Replaces 9781921541179)
July • $8.99 (Can $9.99)

Why I Love Australia

A glorious book that explores renowned artist Bronwyn Bancroft’s reverence and
love for the vast and varied, awe-inspiring landscapes of Australia
Gorges that plummet into serpentine shadows . . .
Cloaks of white that drape the rocky crags of snowy mountains . . .
Learning the desert sky by the warmth of an open fire.
In this magnificent celebration of country, Bronwyn Bancroft uses both images and
words to explore the beauty of the Australian continent and to express the depth
of her feelings about it. It is a superb and unique showcase of reverence for land-
scape—from the coast and the outback to the cities and plains, from dramatic gorges
to rugged alpine peaks, and from barren deserts to lush rainforests, Australia is un-
doubtedly a place of unrivaled beauty that is captured perfectly in Bancroft’s book.
32 pp • 9 x 11 • Ages 3–5
9781921541780 • May • $16.99 (Can $18.99) Cloth

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Sam’s Bush Journey
Sally Morgan and Ezekiel Kwaymullina
Illustrations by Bronwyn Bancroft
A refreshing, modern story about a child’s renewed love of the Australian bush
“This intergenerational tale is warm and infused with an appreciation of nature
and tradition.” —Kirkus
“Morgan is a gifted storyteller.” —Library Journal on My Place
“Bancroft brings the narrative to life in brilliant and lively naive-style illustra-
tions . . . an engaging story, well realized through Bancroft’s vivid art.”
—School Library Journal on Malu Kangaroo
Like most young boys, Sam loves DVDs, iPods, and iPhones. He hates the outdoors,
and would be happy if it all disappeared. Then he goes to stay with his Nanna who
loves the outdoors and go for long walks in the Australian bush. Through storytelling,
Nanna begins to teach Sam about the bush: its shelter, food, and water. “There’s plenty
of food in the bush,” she explains to a bored Sam and his grumbling stomach. Soon,
Sam realizes through his own journey that the bush has an abundance of good things
to offer—including adventure. Brimming with themes that will promote discussion
among young readers, the ideas explored include journeys, the environment, storytelling, aborigi- Also available:
nal knowledge of the bush, and intergenerational understanding.
Sally Morgan is an Aboriginal artist and a writer whose books include The Human Body, My Place,
and Weather. Ezekiel Kwaymullina and Sally Morgan are coauthors of the Curly and the Fent se-
ries. Bronwyn Bancroft is an Aboriginal artist whose works are collected and shown internation-
ally. Her previous books include An Australian 1 2 3 of Animals, An Australian ABC of Animals,
Patterns of Australia, and Malu Kangaroo.
32 pp • 9 x 11 • Four-color Interior • Ages 5–7 • Picture Books • Little Hare Books
New in Paper: 9781921541728 • May • $8.99 (Can $9.99)
Cloth: 9781921541049 • Available • $15.99 (Can $17.99)

Malu Kangaroo
9781921272516
$11.95 (Can $13.95)
Paper

Me and My Dad
Sally Morgan and Ezekiel Kwaymullina
Illustrations by Matt Ottley
A moving picture book that teaches children that sometimes even the bravest of
the brave can need a helping hand
While spending a day on the beach together, a small child learns that his dad isn’t
afraid of very much—sharks, crazy crabs, angry dogs, and giant waves don’t scare
him one bit. But there is one thing that Dad is afraid of and there’s only one person
who can help him overcome it! They must be brave heroes together in this fun, gor-
geously illustrated story about the special bond between father and son.
Sally Morgan is an Aboriginal artist and a writer whose books include The Human
Body, My Place, and Weather. Ezekiel Kwaymullina and Sally Morgan are coauthors
of the Curly and the Fent series and Sam’s Bush Journey. Matt Ottley is the illus-
trator of Luke’s Way of Looking and Sailing Home.
24 pp • 9.5 x 9.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Picture Books
9781921541810 • May • $16.99 (Can $18.99) • Little Hare Books

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Just Because
Rebecca Elliott
Amusing and often touching, this story encompasses the issue of dis-
ability in a charming celebration of sibling friendship to which all chil-
dren can relate

“Truly lovely. . . . It is indeed for all readers, all children and all
adults. It shows children what’s possible and it puts adults in a po-
sition in which we can see and understand everyone, not just the
so-called able-bodied. It’s fun, it’s rhythmic, it’s thoughtful.”
—Michael Rosen, children’s poet and former UK Children’s Laureate
“This delightful, warm, beautifully illustrated picture book de-
serves a place on every bookshelf.” —Jacqueline Wilson, author,
Girls in Love
My big sister Clemmie is my best friend. She can’t walk, talk, move around
much, cook macaroni, pilot a plane, juggle or do algebra. I don’t know
why she doesn’t do these things. Just because.
A younger brother describes all the fun he has with the big sister he loves
so much—just because, in this heartwarming picture book about being
perfectly loved, no matter what. He is enthusiastic about just how lov-
ing and special she is, and delights in telling us about all the fun things
they do together. Only as his tale unfolds does the reader begin to real-
ize that his sister has special needs—and by then the reader just accepts,
as he does, all the wonderful things about her. Teachers and librarians
will appreciate this book for its sincere and convincing treatment of chil-
dren with special needs, while parents will use this book to encourage
sibling friendship and to read with children who are beginning to ask
why a particular child they know is “different.”
Rebecca Elliott has illustrated several children’s books, including Jun-
gle Tumble, Monkey Tumbles, My Nativity Jigsaw Book, and My
Noah’s Ark Jigsaw Book.
32 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–7 • Picture Books
9780745962672 • April • $14.99 (Can $16.99) Cloth
Lion Children’s

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I Love My Mom
Sophie Piper
Illustrations by Melanie Mitchell
A heartwarming, read-together book for moms and tod-
dlers, as well as a great Mothers Day gift which will
be welcomed by dads
Moms have so many great qualities. They provide a warm,
safe home, and teach many wonderful, new things. They
are great for having fun with, they stay close at night when
things seem scary, and they always give the best hugs. In
this sweet, reassuring picture book, a range of baby an-
imals tell us why they love their moms so much, and in
so doing help young readers appreciate the love and care
their own moms give. Along with endearing illustrations
of cute baby animals, this is a perfect read for mom and
child to cuddle up with and share.
Sophie Piper is the author of numerous books for chil-
dren, including The Angel and the Dove, An Arkful of An-
imal Prayers, The Lion Book of Prayers to Read & Know,
The Lion Read & Know Bible, and Thinking of Heaven.
Melanie Mitchell is the author of the See and Say! series
and the illustrator of numerous children’s books, including
God’s Winter Wonderland and Good Morning.
32 pp • 8 x 8.5 • Four-color Interior
Ages 3–5 • Picture Books
9780745963167 • April • $12.99 (Can $13.99) Cloth
Lion Children’s

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Oh No, Monster Tomato!
Jim Helmore
Illustrations by Karen Wall
An anarchic, messy, monstrously magical underdog story
of HUGE proportions featuring a little boy, his horrid sib-
lings, and some super-squishy tomatoes
In the dark town of Grislygust a competition is under way—
the Great Grislygust Grow-off. Marvin plans to grow the tasti-
est tomatoes in town, but he is a small boy, and his beastly
brother Boris and his poisonous sister Prunella tease him that
his tomatoes will be tiny too! With a little bit of magic and
a special song his plant begins to grow and grown until . . .
oh no, monster tomato! What can Marvin do to stop his way-
ward plant? Is there any hope of him winning now? Com-
plete with real songs to sing aloud, this slapstick romp of a
story comes to life with comic, gothic, hyper-real illustrations
combined with gigantic fold-outs for interactive appeal.
Jim Helmore works in the publishing industry. Karen Wall
is a textile designer. They worked together on Letterbox Lil,
for which they won the Sheffield Book Award.
32 pp • 9.5 x 11 • Four-color Interior
Ages 3–7 • Picture Books
9781405247412 • April • $8.99 Paper • Egmont UK

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Morris the Mankiest Monster
Giles Andreae
Illustrations by Sarah McIntyre
Irresistibly, exuberantly disgusting, a new picture book
from the author of Giraffes Can’t Dance, with a hero
who flosses his teeth with slugs
“The most revolting picture book of the year . . . chil-
dren will absolutely love it.” —Bookseller
Meet Morris, the world’s stinkiest picture book hero. It’s
been years since he last changed his T-shirt. It’s crusty and
crawling with ants. His shoes are all slurpy and squelchy
inside, and potatoes grow out of his pants. Morris is sweet,
charming . . . and completely disgusting. Kids will love him.
Giles Andreae is the bestselling author of such titles as Com-
motion in the Ocean, Giraffes Can’t Dance, K Is for Kiss-
ing a Cool Kangaroo, Love Is a Handful of Honey, and
Rumble in the Jungle. Sarah McIntyre is the author of Vern
and Lettuce and the illustrator of You Can’t Eat a Princess!
32 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • Four-color Interior
Ages 3–5 • Picture Books
9780552559355 • May • $8.99 Paper • Corgi

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Molly and the Night Monster
Chris Wormell
From a much-loved, award-winning children’s illustrator
comes a soothing bedtime story with a big, reassuring hug
of an ending
“There is about a score of children’s book illustrators
nowadays whose draughtsmanship is really distinguished.
Chris Wormell is one of them.” —Sunday Times
“What makes this book stand out is Wormell’s monochro-
matic night scenes, which emphasize the darks and lights
of the moonlit bedroom. An atmospheric and reassuring
tale.” —Bookseller
“There’s a three-dimensional quality to the art; holding
this book is almost like turning over old-fashioned, chunky
alphabet blocks.” —New York Times on Teeth, Tails, and
Tentacles
When Molly wakes up in the middle of the night, she hears the
sound of a step on the stairs. It could be a crocodile creeping
up to catch her. Or maybe it’s a giant giraffe outside on the land-
ing. Or possibly it’s an enormous elephant turning the doorknob
and opening the door. Perhaps it’s a night monster come to gob-
ble her up. But when Molly surprises the tiptoeing beast, she gets
an even bigger surprise of her own!
Chris Wormell is a celebrated wood engraver and illustrator whose book Teeth, Tails, & Tentacles was
named a New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Children’s Book, an American Library Associa-
tion Notable Book, and a Kirkus Reviews Editor’s Choice. His other titles include Ferocious Wild Beasts!;
Puff-Puff, Chugga-Chugga; and Through the Animals’ Eyes.
32 pp • 10.5 x 10.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Picture Books
9781862301856 • May • $9.99 Paper • Red Fox

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The Bear’s Water Picnic
John Yeoman
Illustrations by Quentin Blake
The bear’s plans go awry once more in this humorous and heart-
warming follow-up to The Bear’s Winter House, perfect for talking
about making new friends
“An ideal book for a lazy summer’s day. With a very gentle pace
and Quentin Blake’s wonderful illustrations, it’s a great choice to
relax with.” —Bookbag
The bear has organized a picnic on the river for his friends. It is the
perfect day and everything is going swimmingly until they are disturbed
by a loud croaking noise from among the lily pads. It’s the frogs, and
they want to join in! But the bear and his friends don’t fancy putting
up with the noise, so they move on to a quieter part of the lake. Un-
fortunately they soon find themselves stuck on a sandbank—and only
the frogs can help them.
John Yeoman and Quentin Blake’s previous collaborations include The
Bear’s Winter House, Our Village, and The Wild Washerwoman. Best
known for his Roald Dahl illustrations, Quentin Blake has won the Whit-
bread Award, the Kate Greenaway Medal, and the Emil/Kurt Maschler
Award, among numerous others.
40 pp • 8.5 x 11 • Four-color Interior • Ages Up to 5 • Picture Books
9781849390040 • April • $9.99 Paper • Andersen Press

Also available:

The Bear’s
Winter House
9781842709160
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Underwater Farmyard
Carol Ann Duffy
Illustrations by Joel Stewart
Mermaids both milk the cows and read the calves a bedtime story
while water-pigs hunt for pearls in this beautiful, poetic tale illustrated
with quiet magic
“One of those rare books that make you very glad something so
strange and so beautiful exists.” —Independent
“The lulling tone of the verses and exquisite illustrations by the
award-winning illustrator make this a dreamy bedtime story.”
—Financial Times
Under the blue-green fields of the Deep
Bleat the bubbly baas of webbed-feet sheep
Starfish twinkle in the ocean sky
Electric eels are comets zooming high.
The moon is the silver of a dolphin’s skin
In the watery heaven
Where angelfish swim.
Dive under the sea to the underwater farmyard where dolphins dance
among the sheep and cows, while a musical octopus plays. Ethereal and
atmospheric illustrations perfectly capture the slow, lulling flow of the
cows and other farmyard animals in this fantastically strange bedtime
story.
Carol Ann Duffy is a poet who has won the Forward Prize, the T. S. Eliot Prize,
and the Whitbread Prize, and was appointed Britain’s poet laureate in 2009. Her
other children’s books include I Wouldn’t Thank You for a Valentine, The Princess’s
Blankets, and The Tear Thief. Joel Stewart is the author and illustrator of Dexter
Bexley and the Big Blue Beastie.
32 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Picture Books
9780230748064 • May • $8.99 Paper • Macmillan Children’s Books

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Moon Zoo
Carol Ann Duffy
Illustrations by Joel Stewart
A lunar landscape is the setting for a very special zoo where elephants’ “trunks
are telescopes probing space, pointing up at the Earth’s blue face” and ba-
boons “jump twenty feet into outer space and flash their bottoms at the
human race!”
The moon tiger scratches at shooting stars, polar bears float down from their
mountain for starfish and salad, and the zookeeper, of course, is an alien, com-
plete with eight bright green hands. Lyrical, humorous verses illuminate an en-
trancing world that is both familiar and strange, while soft-toned, wonderfully
strange illustrations capture the eerie beauty of the moon zoo.
Carol Ann Duffy is a poet who has won the Forward Prize, the T. S. Eliot Prize,
and the Whitbread Prize, and was appointed Britain’s poet laureate in 2009.
Her other children’s books include I Wouldn’t Thank You for a Valentine, The
Princess’s Blankets, and The Tear Thief. Joel Stewart is the author and illus-
trator of Dexter Bexley and the Big Blue Beastie.
32 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Picture Books
9780230748057 • May • $8.99 Paper • Macmillan Children’s Books

Snoring Beauty
Rachael Mortimer
Illustrations by Amanda Hellberg
Who can get the princess to stop sawing logs in this fabulously funny and
witty take on a well-known fairy tale?
One day the King and Queen are woken up in the middle of the night by the
most terrifying noise. They search the palace from top to bottom before they
discover the source of the deafening din—their daughter’s snores! The Princess
simply will not be woken and, before long, everything has decended into chaos
with the inhabitants of the palace being driven swiftly mad by the dreadful
noise. The only solution, as with all good fairy tales, is a prince of some sort!
Princes from every corner of the world are lining up to kiss the princess—on
the promise of her hand in marriage and a bag of gold if they can stop the
snoring. Who will manage to save the kingdom from the super snores—Chief
Brown Bear, Prince Powderpuff of Paris, or Charming Prince Charlie? What
if none of their kisses do the trick? With excellent, quirky illustrations filled
with humor and warmth and a spectacular gatefold novelty, parents and chil-
dren will love this tale.
Rachael Mortimer is the author of Sammy’s Surprise Deliveries and Song for
a Princess. Amanda Helberg is an illustrator whose work has appeared in mag-
azines and advertising internationally.
32 pp • 9.5 x 11.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Picture Books
9781862309463 • May • $9.99 Paper • Red Fox

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It’s a Dog’s Life
Michael Morpurgo
Illustrations by Patrick Benson
A charming tale from a master storyteller is told from the perspective of
Russ the sheepdog
“A prizewinning import: sensitive, perceptive, and well told.”
—Publishers Weekly on Kensuke’s Kingdom
Lula always likes me to go with her to the end of the lane. She loves a bit of
a cuddle and a lick or two before the school bus comes. “Oh Russ,” she whis-
pers. “A horse. It’s all I want for my birthday.” And I’m thinking—’Scuse me,
but what’s so great about a horse? Isn’t a dog good enough?
This story is an energetic romp through a dog’s busy day on a farm. Russ, the
sheepdog, herds sheep and cows and plots against Tigger, the farm cat. He cov-
ers Lula, his master’s daughter, with lots of slobbery licks but when she gets
a special birthday present, he worries that she might love
it more than she loves him.
Michael Morpurgo has written more than 40 books and
won the Whitbread Award, the Smarties Award, the Cir-
cle of Gold Award, the Children’s Book Award, and has
been short-listed for the Carnegie Medal four times. His
books include Kensuke’s Kingdom, Private Peaceful, and
War Horse. Patrick Benson is the illustrator of many books,
including Owl Babies and Roald Dahl’s The MinPins. He
has received the Mother Goose Award and the Kurt
Maschler Award, and been short-listed for a Kate Green-
away Medal.
32 pp • 11.5 x 9.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 5–7 • Picture Books
9781405213370 • April • $8.99 Paper • Egmont UK

Ruggles
Anne Fine
Illustrations by Ruth Brown
A new edition of a beloved picture book for dog lovers and roving ex-
plorers of all ages
“Fine . . . writes with empathy and finesse, and Brown’s diverting illus-
trations create a vivid sense of Ruggles’ neighborhood as well as his
many moods and activities. . . . Sure to appeal to dog lovers every-
where as well as young children who wish they had Ruggles’ freedom
to roam and explore.” —Booklist
“Readers will want to go with him.” —Kirkus Reviews
Ruggles is a dog for all seasons. Spring, summer, autumn, winter—each pro-
vides plenty of opportunity for him to go roaming in this delightful dog’s-
eye view of the changing year. He’s not as young as he used to be but he still
knows exactly what he wants—and how to get it. But even an adored pet
with wanderlust in his blood can tire of adventuring when there’s a chill in
the air outside and a warm hearth indoors. Glorious pictures by Ruth Brown
perfectly capture the roguish charm of this intrepid and endearing hero.
Anne Fine, a former UK Children’s Laureate, is a distinguished writer for children, having won the Boston Globe Horn
Book Award, the Carnegie Medal twice, the Guardian Children’s Literature Award, the Whitbread Children’s Novel
Award, and the Smarties Prize. Her other titles include The Diary of a Killer Cat, Flour Babies, The Jamie and Angus
Stories, and The True Story of Christmas. Ruth Brown is the author and illustrator of A Dark, Dark Tale; The Old
Tree; and The Tale of Two Mice.
32 pp • 9 x 8.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages Up to 5 • Picture Books
9781849392068 (Replaces 9781842702123) • May • $8.99 Paper • Andersen Press

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Ruby and Leonard and the Great Big Surprise
Judith Rossell
When you’re a mouse, even the smallest tasks seem overwhelming—but keeping a
secret is the hardest task of all!
“The simple, descriptive, witty text incorporates lively dialogue, while the playful
pastel illustrations extend the activities with intricate details, including familiar
kitchen accoutrements, all seen through an amusing, mouse-eye view . . . an enter-
taining read-aloud with fun a birthday element that’s extended in the appended
cupcake recipe.” —Booklist
“A popular Australian illustrator demonstrates that she can also spin a good
yarn.” —Booklist on Jack Jones and the Pirate Curse
“Rossell makes Benito positively adorable. . . . Her piney woods are suffused with
a soft light; even when a skewed overhead perspective emphasizes Benito’s uneasi-
ness, they’re still a comfortable place for small children to be.” —Kirkus Reviews
on Too Tight, Benito!
One day, Leonard had an idea. He whispered his plan to Ruby. “But it’s a surprise,”
he said. “So we can’t tell the others?” asked Ruby. “That’s right,” said Leonard.
In this delightful story of friendship, Leonard wants to make a birthday cake for Ruby,
but finds he can’t do it without enlisting Ruby’s help. So he adopts a clever ploy, only
to find that it is he who gets the biggest surprise of all! This cute-as-pie picture book
includes a delicious cupcake recipe.
Judith Rossell is the author of Jack Jones and the Pirate Curse and Sam and the Killer
Robot. She also designs stunning puzzle books, including Inspector Rockfort & the Miss-
ing Treasure, and is the illustrator of such picture books as Too Tight, Benito!
24 pp • 9.5 x 9.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Picture Books • Little Hare Books
New in Paper: 9781921541599 • June • $8.99 (Can $9.99)
Cloth: 9781921272967 • Available • $14.99 (Can $16.99)

Two Bad Teddies

Kilmeny Niland
Tilly and Gruffy are back and tougher than ever in this sequel to Two Tough Teddies—
they are taking over the toy box and they are out to get the new toy on the block
Gruffy Ted and Tilly Ted loved Mollie-Sue. And Mollie-Sue loved her teddies. They did
everything together. One day, a present arrived from Grandma. It was Bendy Bill.
Mollie-Sue showed Gruffy and Tilly. “Isn’t he handsome? Look at his long stretchy arms,”
she said. “And listen . . . “ She pressed Bendy Bill in the middle. “Oo-oo,” he squeaked.
“I don’t like his silly smile,” said Gruffy. “I don’t like his silly arms,” said Tilly.
“Mollie-Sue still loves us best,” said Gruffy.
Niland’s warm, affectionate story explores a theme familiar to all—sometimes we only
get what we want when we stop trying so hard.
Kilmeny Niland was an artist whose illustrated titles include A Bellbird in a Flame Tree,
My Brother John, and Two Tough Teddies.
24 pp • 9.5 x 9.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Picture Books • Little Hare Books
New in Paper: 9781921541865 • July • $8.99 (Can $9.99)
Cloth: 9781921541056 • Available • $14.99 (Can $16.99)

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Caterpillar Dreams
Jeanne Willis
Illustrations by Tony Ross
From an award-winning writer/illustrator team comes a magi-
cal picture book celebrating diversity
“A dream team of writer and illustrator!” —Times
“The artwork provides the perfect accompaniment to the ex-
aggerated humor of the text. This amusing story is a great an-
ecdote for one of those bad days at school.” —School Library
Journal on I Hate School
“This tongue-in-cheek tale takes a typical love story and sets
it squarely—and amusingly—on end. . . . Willis strikes the per-
fect balance between the deadpan telling and the humorously
overblown dialogue shared by the star-crossed pair, while the
artwork masterfully enhances each and every nuance.”
—School Library Journal, starred review of Tadpole’s Promise
Two curly caterpillars dream of all the things they will do when they
become butterflies. Autumn comes, and they settle down to sleep,
eager to wake up and have their dream realized. But Nature has
a different dream, a different plan for them. With one sister a
moth, and one a butterfly, can they still spend time together?
Jeanne Willis is the author of Never Too Little to Love. She and
Tony Ross are the author–illustrator team of numerous books,
including Daft Bat, I Hate School, I Want to Be a Cowgirl, Dr.
Xargle’s Book of Earthlets, Susan Laughs, and the Smarties Book
Prize–winner Tadpole’s Promise.
32 pp • 11 x 9.5 • Four-color Interior
Ages Up to 5 • Picture Books
9781842709139 • April • $16.99 Cloth • Andersen Press

The Rascally Cake

Jeanne Willis
Illustrations by Korky Paul
Korky Paul’s action-packed and distinctive artwork is the perfect match for
Jeanne Willis’s hilarious rhyming tale, complete with all the revolting ingredients
children love
“Wonderfully horrid.” —School Librarian
“Guaranteed to appeal to the most reluctant of readers . . . children will relish
the rhyming text, and will revel in the horrors of the antihero’s kitchen.”
—Junior Education
The ghastly Mr. Skumskins O’Parsley’s favorite dishes include pans of slugs, tubes of
glue, squashed tadpoles on toast, and bogey burgers. O’Parsley decides one day to bake
an extra special cake, with more revolting ingredients than anyone can possibly imag-
ine. However, when the cake decides to eat HIM, he realizes it is time to mend his ways.
Rollicking rhymes are accompanied by exuberant illustrations of the revolting culti-
nary concoctions.
Jeanne Willis is the author of The Bog Baby; Daft Bat; Dr. Xargle’s Book of Earth-
lets; Mommy, Do You Love Me?; Never Too Little to Love; and Susan Laughs. Korky
Paul has won many awards for his illustrations and has been short-listed for the Kate
Greenaway Award three times. His other titles include Winnie the Witch.
32 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages Up to 5 • Picture Books
9781842707173 • April • $8.99 Paper • Andersen Press

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Dinosaur in Danger
Paul Geraghty
A thrilling prehistoric world is brought to vivid life by awe-inspiring artwork in
this reissue of the story of a young dinosaur separated from her pack

“Young dinophiles will certainly find this title entertaining. It’s slender, color-
ful, and readable.” —School Library Journal
“A story of bravery, triumph, and acceptance written in a way children can
really relate to.” —BBC Parenting
“It almost persuades you lizards can love.” —Times
With a mighty blast the great volcano bursts and rivers of red-hot lava race down
the mountain. As the forest burns and the dinosaurs flee, Talon, a young raptor, finds
herself alone in a hostile world of giant carnivores and dangerous gangs. She must
find food or soon she will starve, but to do so she must win over the enemy pack.
Meticulously researched, this realistic dinosaur thriller is perfect for anyone mov-
ing to a new school, classroom, or home.
Paul Geraghty is the author and illustrator of The Hoppameleon, Rotten and Ras-
cal: The Two Terrible Pterosaur Twins, and The Hunter, which was short-listed for
the Kate Greenaway Medal.
40 pp • 9 x 10.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages Up to 5 • Picture Books
9781849390729 (Replaces 978-0764157325) • May • $8.99 Paper • Andersen Press

Don’t Do That!
Tony Ross
A new, large-format edition of this hilarious, cautionary tale from the acclaimed
Tony Ross
“Tony Ross is as inventive as ever. The funniest book.” —Bookseller
“Tony Ross has excelled once again in this extremely witty, outrageous tale.”
—Child Education
“Ross brings his signature wit. . . . Expressive characters and playful flourishes
abound.” —Publishers Weekly on Three Little Kittens and Other Favorite
Nursery Rhymes
Nellie has a pretty nose. It is so pretty that she is given a part in the Christmas play. But
then, Nellie picks her nose, her finger gets stuck, and all kinds of people try to help her
get it out. She finally learns why grown-ups are always saying “Don’t do that!”
Tony Ross is the author and illustrator of The Boy Who Cried Wolf, Centipede’s 100
Shoes, I Don’t Want to Go to Bed!, Stone Soup, Three Little Kittens and Other Favorite
Nursery Rhymes, and Wash Your Hands! He has received numerous awards, including
the German Children’s Book Prize and the silver medal in the Smarties Prize, and has
been short-listed for the Kate Greenaway Medal.
32 pp • 9.5 x 11 • Four-color Interior • Ages Up to 5 • Picture Books
9781842709368 • August • $8.99 Paper • Andersen Press

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The Lying Carpet
David Lucas
From the author of the acclaimed Halibut Jackson comes a mold-break-
ing philosophical fairy tale for all ages. Part graphic novel, it is bound
in cloth with foil stamping—an extraordinary gift book to treasure.
“An exquisite and provoking contemplation of truth, hope, dreams
and the power of stories.” —Daily Telegraph
“Beautifully presented edition by a virtuoso storyteller. . . . An endur-
ing allegorical story . . . told in a playful way through Lucas’ distinc-
tive eccentric characters.” —Bookseller
“Offbeat talent in a world reminiscent of Tim Burton’s.” —Observer
Imagine a disused living room in a grand house. In it is a tiger rug and a
statue of a little girl. But is the tiger a real tiger, a fake, or a magical car-
pet? Is the little girl real but bewitched, or just a stone statue, and will she
ever come to life? By turns comical and lugubrious, the tiger gives the lit-
tle girl plenty of versions of the truth, but how will she decide what is true
and will she be able to break free? A parable about outgrowing childhood
and becoming what you want to be, this is a book for anyone who has ever
felt “stuck” in their circumstances.
David Lucas is the author and illustrator of several acclaimed picture books,
including Cake Girl, Halibut Jackson, The Robot and the Bluebird, and
Whale. Halibut Jackson was chosen as one of the top-10 children’s books
of 2004 by both Publishers Weekly and Child magazine, and was included
in a 2009 Japanese survey of the best 100 picture books published world-
wide in the last 10 years.
78 pp • 8.5 x 9 • Two-color Interior • Ages 9–12 • Picture Books
9781842704417 • April • $15.99 Cloth • Andersen Press

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Count Them While You Can . . .
Anne Bowman
It is said that as many as 150 species become extinct every day—this book inspires
children to help take a stand in reducing that number
Taking the reader on a trip around the world to meet 10 endangered animals whose
futures hang in the balance, this highly illustrated book travels from the snow leop-
ard in the Himalayas to the black-footed ferrets in the prairies of Wyoming and South
Dakota to show a wide array of animals on the countdown to extinction—some of
which are already extinct in the wild. Using a combination of counting verses and straight
facts, it highlights the struggles the animals face to educate children and inspire them
to help. Each animal is accompanied by a gentle verse in the style of the traditional
song “Over in the Meadow” that describes the habits of these creatures, while infor-
mation boxes point out the bleak facts of their near extinction.
Anne Bowman is an award-winning illustrator who has made and fitted radio-track-
ing devices for the grey-headed flying fox fruit bat native to Australia and worked as
a freelance model maker for Australian Geographic, the National Parks and Wildlife
Service, and many more. She is the illustrator of The ABC Book of Animals.
24 pp • 9 x 11 • Four-color Interior • Ages 5–7 • Picture Books/Nonfiction
9781921541605 • June • $16.99 (Can $18.99) Cloth • Little Hare Books

Stories for a Fragile Planet

Traditional Tales About Caring for the Earth
Kenneth Steven
Illustrations by Jane Ray
Ten sumptuously illustrated stories from different cultures highlight the impor-
tance of taking care of the world

“Children will be moved by the combination of the vast physical universe with
the close, personal intimacy.” —Booklist on The Biggest Thing in the World
“Ray’s shimmering images will enchant children.” —Booklist on Snow White
Sourced from around the world and through the ages, the stories in this collection
each reflect humanity’s need to take care of the world that sustains them. Tales from
ancient Greece, the Far East, the Celts, Africa, Greenland, Russia, China, Japan, South
America, and ancient Israel afford wonderful opportunities for Jane Ray’s paradisiacal
paintings of trees and flowers, animals and birds—in short, all creation. With a theme
combining tradition with contemporary urgency, the stories teach children about
other cultures that share their planet.
Kenneth Steven is the author of The Bearer of Gifts, The Biggest Thing in the World,
and The Sea Mice and the Stars. Jane Ray is a renowned children’s book illustrator
who has worked with Michael Rosen, Jeanette Winterson, and Vikrem Seth, and
authored The Apple-Pip Princess and Snow White. She is a Smarties Award winner,
has been short-listed five times for the Kate Greenaway Medal, and was hailed as
“one of the most luminous illustrators at work today” by an Economist reviewer.
48 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 7–12 • Nonfiction/Picture Books
9780745961576 • May • $16.99 (Can $18.99) Cloth • Lion Children’s

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PATRICKGEORGE TITLES
PatrickGeorge
Written and illustrated for children to read with an adult, these books encourage a process of discovery in both
art and literature—the quirky visual and its connection with the text. The emphasis is on fun and enjoyment while
attempting to break away from the more literal illustrations we so often see. PatrickGeorge’s objective is to provide
quality illustrations and graphic design that are witty, original, and most importantly, accessible to all.
PatrickGeorge is an independent publisher that offers a full range of graphic design and illustration services.
By focusing on unique designs and bold illustrations, they aim to produce books for kids that are witty and educa-
tional, colorful and accessible, challenging and stimulating, and—perhaps most importantly—fun.
Each: 48 pp • 8.5 x 11.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 7 & Up • Picture Books
May • $12.99 (Can $14.99) Paper • PatrickGeorge

A Drove of Bullocks
A Compilation of Animal Group Names
A perfect gift book and learning tool, this book moves beyond the familiar to inves-
tigate little-known animal-related vocabulary, paired with innovative design

“Stunning, gorgeous, and tremendously appealing . . . the whole thing is so witty.”

—Chris Brown, reviews editor, School Librarian
A litter of kittens, a colony of ants, a pride of lions: everyone has heard of these plural
nouns. But what about a parcel of hogs, a kaleidoscope of butterflies, or a business of fer-
rets? What could be more apt than calling a group of cockroaches an intrusion? Perhaps
a loveliness of ladybirds does the trick. These fanciful groups and many more are illus-
trated with cutting-edge design, as dazzling as a dazzle of zebras.
9780956255808

A Filth of Starlings
A Compilation of Bird and Aquatic Animal Group Names
Nominated for the Kate Greenaway Award, this is an eye-popping compilation of ani-
mal group names with a fresh, contemporary design approach

“A wonderful, uninhibited, colorful approach. . . . Full of charm and wit, the lively
pictures are fun for all the family and immensely stimulating for young artists.”
—Carousel
“Following in the tradition of Lionni.” —Derek Birdsall, author, Notes on Book Design
A school of whales, a flock of geese, a murder of crows: these are some of the animal group
names we have grown up with. But have you heard of a congregation of crocodiles, a flam-
boyance of flamingos, or a smack of jellyfish? Then turn the pages of this book to discover a
collection of lesser-known and sometimes more fanciful ones—a fever of stingrays, a story-
telling of ravens, a battery of barracudas, and more—illustrated with bold, punchy shapes and
colors that are powerful to the eye and the mind.
9780956255815

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Mr Aesop’s Story Shop
Adapted by Bob Hartman
Illustrations by Jago
Ten of Aesop’s fables are given witty, fresh retellings

“Will make for a good fractured-fairy-tale read-aloud in any el-

ementary classroom.” —Kirkus on The Three Billy Goats’ Stuff
“My name is Aesop! Once I was a slave. Now I am a free man.
I have refreshments to sell and stories to tell. Stop for a moment—
and enjoy!”
Bob Hartman uses all his skills as a storyteller to add humor, irony,
action, and clever dialogue to these retellings of 10 of Aesop’s fa-
bles, which he has woven into an entertaining tale about a man who
tells stories for a living. A rich mix of familiar and lesser known tales
have been selected for their relevance to the life of children today.
Streetwise tricksters get their comeuppance, virtue is rewarded, and
readers are shown the benefits of good behavior—but these quirky
stories are far from being typical morality tales. Animated, witty il-
lustrations echo the fun flavor of the text.
Bob Hartman is the author of more than a dozen books, including
Easter Angels, Grumblebunny, The Lion Storybook of Animal Tales,
The Lion Storyteller Bedtime Book, and The Wolf Who Cried Boy.
He lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Jago is the illustrator of The
Jesus Storybook Bible and Myron’s Magic Cow.
48 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • Four-color Interior
Ages 7–9 • Picture Books • 9780745969152 • June
$14.99 (Can $16.99) Cloth • Lion Children’s

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10-MINUTE BEDTIME STORIES
The 10-Minute Bedtime Stories series features tales that have enchanted children and adults alike,
retold at the perfect length for reading to children at bedtime. Each book includes multiple tales and
action-packed illustrations to bring these bite-sized adventures to life.
Each: 8.5 x 11 • Classics • April • $14.99 (Can $16.99) Cloth • Pavilion’s Childrens

Classic Nursery Tales

Retold and illustrated Patricia A. Sullivan is assistant professor of theology at
Saint Anselm College. She lives in Concord, New Hampshire.by Graham Percy
Simply told and exquisitely illustrated, these beloved nursery stories will be treas-
ured by the entire family
This collection of nursery stories retells many favorite nursery tales, including The
Gingerbread Man, The Three Little Pigs, The Tortoise and the Hare, and Goldilocks
and the Three Bears. Also included are a variety of lesser-known stories—such as
Mr. Fox’s Bag, The King and the Moon, and How the Night Sky Became Brighter—
which will spark children’s imaginations and live on in their memories long after
they have left childhood stories behind.
Graham Percy studied at the Royal College of Art in England and went on to be-
came famous throughout the world for his beautiful and playful artwork for chil-
dren. He is the author of numerous books, including Baa, Baa Black Sheep; Cinderella;
The Gingerbread Man; Little Red Riding Hood; The Three Little Pigs; and Whose
House Is This?
96 pp • 110 Color Illustrations • Ages 5–7 • 9781843651529

Tales from The Wind in the Willows

Retold by Stella Maidment
Illustrations by Graham Philpot
The adventures of Ratty, Mole, Toad, and the rest of their friends along the river-
bank, now rewritten specifically for little ears and paired with gorgeous illustrations
Children can now discover the enchanting world of The Wind in the Willows in this
sumptuous volume of stories adapted from Kenneth Grahame’s enduring classic. Lav-
ishly illustrated, each tale is retold for younger readers, introducing them to the much-
loved characters of Ratty, Mole, Badger, and, of course, the irrepressible Toad. Stories
include Picnic on the River, The Open Road, The Wild Wood, and Return to Toad Hall.
Stella Maidment is the author of Santa’s Workshop, Sir Roland Saves Lion Castle,
The Stampede at Fort Glory, and Star Child. Graham Philpot is the author of Where
Is Little Harry? and the illustrator of The Adventures of Pinocchio.
124 pp • 85 Color Illustrations • Ages 5–7 • 9781843651413

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10-MINUTE BEDTIME STORIES
Each: 8.5 x 11 • Classics • Ages 5–9 • April • $14.99 (Can $16.99) Cloth • Pavilion’s Childrens

Tales from Pinocchio

Helen Rossendale
Illustrations by Graham Philpot
The classic adventures of the unforgettable wooden puppet who longs to be a real
boy, Pinocchio is a charming tale that will delight children at bedtime night after night
First appearing in Carlo Collodi’s Le Adventure di Pinocchio in 1883, these tales of
the troublesome puppet and his adventures with the talking cricket, the blue fairy, and
his loving father Geppetto have delighted children for generations ever since. Retold
by Helen Rossendale and beautifully illustrated by Graham Philpot, this is a wonder-
ful edition of fun-filled bedtime stories. Broken down into eight bite-sized adventures—
from Pinocchio Comes to Life and Pinocchio Is Rescued by the Blue Fairy to Pinocchio
Becomes a Real Boy—each story is accompanied by action-packed illustrations of talk-
ing crickets, fairies, and the inimitable puppet himself.
Helen Rossendale is a former children’s book editor and the author of The Adventures
of Pinocchio, Bunny’s Bedtime, and Bunny’s Easter Eggs. Graham Philpot is the au-
thor of Where Is Little Harry? and the illustrator of The Adventures of Pinocchio.
88 pp • 77 Color Illustrations • 9781843651475

Tales from The Arabian Nights

Illustrations by Graham Percy
Seven short tales taken from one of the greatest adventure stories of all time and
rewritten for younger children
This wonderful retelling of the classic adventure tale The Arabian Nights includes time-
less characters such as Sinbad and Aladdin and unforgettable stories that include Ali Baba
and the Forty Thieves. Full of magic, adventure, and wonder, the stories of The Arabian
Nights have enchanted children and adults for centuries. Now, these stories are retold
for a younger audience featuring animal characters and accompanied by beautiful illus-
trations on every page. With swashbuckling adventures, flying horses, and magic genies,
this collection of action-packed tales will have children eager for their bedtime story.
Graham Percy studied at the Royal College of Art in England and went on to became
famous throughout the world for his beautiful and playful artwork for children. He is
the author of numerous books, including Baa, Baa Black Sheep; Cinderella; The Gin-
gerbread Man; Little Red Riding Hood; The Three Little Pigs; and Whose House Is This?
64 pp • 41 Color Illustrations • 9781843651444

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My First Nursery Stories Book and CD
Tony Ross
Read by Michael Maloney and Jane Whittenshaw
A gorgeous book and CD edition of this must-have selec-
tion of timeless classic tales—with music and lively sound
effects, perfect for sharing with very young children

“This superb collection of all the old favorite nursery

stories with Ross’s hilarious illustrations is perfect for
reading aloud.” —Good Book Guide
“Retold and illustrated in a direct and child-friendly way.
Ideal for reading aloud.” —Children’s Bookseller,
Bookseller’s Choice
Favorites such as The Three Billy Goats Gruff, Henny-Penny,
The Gingerbread Man, Three Little Pigs, The Enormous
Turnip, Little Red Riding Hood, and Goldilocks have been spe-
cially selected for their read-aloud qualities, and brought glo-
riously to life by the award-winning Tony Ross. Large type and
fresh, lively illustrations make this a wonderful book to share
with even the very youngest child.
Tony Ross is the author and illustrator of The Boy Who Cried
Wolf, Centipede’s 100 Shoes, I Don’t Want to Go to Bed!, Stone
Soup, Three Little Kittens and Other Favorite Nursery Rhymes,
and Wash Your Hands! He has received numerous awards, in-
cluding the German Children’s Book Prize and the silver medal
in the Smarties Prize, and has been short-listed for the Kate
Greenaway Medal. Michael Maloney is an actor who has been
in such movies as Notes on a Scandal and The Young Victo-
ria. Jane Whittenshaw has voiced numerous children’s cartoons
and appeared on with the Royal Shakespeare Company in Strat-
ford-Upon-Avon and on Broadway in The Life and Adventures
of Nicholas Nickleby.
96 pp • 9.5 x 11 • Four-color Interior
Ages Up to 5 • Picture Books • Andersen Press
New in paper + CD: 9781842709726 • April • $15.99
Cloth: 9781842707906 • Available • $19.99

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The Nursery Alice
Lewis Carroll
Illustrations by Sir John Tenniel
Out of print for much of the 20th century, the first color edition of Alice’s Adventures
in Wonderland features the classic story adapted for younger readers by Carroll himself
The story of Alice and her curious adventures continues to enchant generations of adults
and children alike. This picture book version will bring back many happy memories for
parents and grandparents and is a perfect introduction to all the magic and humorous may-
hem of Wonderland. First published in 1890, this rediscovered treasure is a perfect gift—
ideal for all the family and a joy to share aloud. At the end of the book is Carroll’s original
preface, along with three short additional works that were included in the first edition:
“A Nursery Darling” is a poem Carroll composed for this nursery edition, his Christmas
Greetings was first inserted in leaflet form into copies of Alice issued at Christmas 1871,
and An Easter Greeting was bound into the first edition of Through the Looking Glass.
Lewis Carroll was the pseudonym of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson (1832–1898), a math-
ematician famous for his books for children. The Alice stories were written for Alice Lid-
dell, the daughter of the dean of his college. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland (1865)
and Through the Looking-Glass and What Alice Found There (1872) have been loved
by adults and children ever since. Sir John Tenniel (1820–1914) was a Victorian topical cartoonist, caricaturist, and illustrator.
Famous during his life for his contributions to the satirical magazine, Punch, he is best remembered today for his work in Alice.
66 pp • 8 x 10.5 • 22 Color Illustrations • Ages 3–5 • Classics/Picture Books
9780230747708 • May • $17.99 Cloth • Macmillan Children’s Books

Life of Our Lord

Charles Dickens
An unusual children’s classic from the author of A Christmas Carol gives a retelling
of the Christ story in an accessible and amusing manner
Never published in its author’s lifetime and intended solely for his own children—
to whom he read it every Christmas—Life of Our Lord is a straightforward and
gently humorous take on Jesus Christ’s life and teachings. Far removed from the sharp
satire and social dimension of his more famous writings, but showcasing his charac-
teristic humanity and genius for storytelling, this is both an essential work for those
wanting to see a different, more intimate side to Dickens’s prose and a timeless retelling
for children and adults alike.
Charles Dickens (1812–1870) is considered one of the English language’s greatest writ-
ers. His works include Bleak House, A Christmas Carol, David Copperfield, Great
Expectations, The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby, and A Tale of Two Cities.
128 pp • 4.5 x 6 • Ages 8 & Up • Classics
9781847491664 • July • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Cloth • Oneworld Classics

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The Little Drummer Boy
Bruce Whatley
A classic picture book with a poignant message for both young
and old, beautifully presented by an award-winning illustrator
Annie’s grandfather carves her the Little Drummer Boy from the
leg of an old oak table as a Christmas gift. Throughout the rest
of her life, this most beloved decoration of Annie’s travels the world
with her and always hangs on the Christmas tree at her house,
close to the top. Years pass—seasons and fashions come and go—
and Annie has children and grandchildren of her own, but the pair
remain together. The two live a long, fulfilling life together; how-
ever, as they age, they both start to fade. Annie doesn’t mind—
she just puts that down to being well loved.
Bruce Whatley is the author and illustrator of Diary of a Wombat;
Looking for Crabs, which was short-listed for Picture Book of the
Year in 1993; Pete the Sheep; and The Ugliest Dog in the World.
32 pp • 11 x 8.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5
Seasonal/Picture Books • 9781864719925 • August
$10.99 Paper • Random House Australia

Ten Gifts from Santa Claus

A Counting Book
Jenny Bak
Illustrations by Niall Harding
In a Christmas Eve tale that both delights and teaches important
concepts, Santa flies around the world to give 10 touchable gifts
to all the baby animals—a penguin chick, a lion cub, a baby ele-
phant, and more
Santa has some very important gifts to deliver to deserving baby
animals all over the world. With the help of his fleet-footed rein-
deer, Santa flies across the globe to drop off his colorfully wrapped
gifts one by one, visiting each animal in its natural habitat. It’s a
race against time as he hurries to deliver all 10 gifts before Christ-
mas Day dawns, especially the last one that goes to a very special
recipient. Rhyming text and charming illustrations make this per-
fect for bedtime, and children will love making the 10 colorful plas-
tic gifts disappear from Santa’s sleigh with the turn of each page.
Jenny Bak is the author of My Little Pony: A Very Minty Christ-
mas Reusable Sticker Book. Niall Harding is the illustrator of the
CatDog books.
22 pp • 10 x 8.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Novelty/Seasonal
9781405251273 • August • $14.99 Cloth • Egmont UK

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Child of Bethlehem
Elena Pasquali
Illustrations by Kristina Stephenson
The children of Bethlehem watch the events of the first Christmas unfold in this
traditional Nativity story with a heartwarming sentiment
Closely following the gospels, this lilting retelling of the Nativity perfectly matches
Kristina Stephenson’s sweet illustrations that put children at the heart of the story.
The traditional tales of Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and the wise men are told with
additional gentle moments depicting the children of Bethlehem eagerly watching the
miraculous events of the first Christmas as they happen. This delightful retelling of
the Nativity will bring young readers to the heart of Christmas.
Elena Pasquali is the author of Go Hare and Tortoise Go!, Prayers for Little An-
gels, Run Little Chicken Run!, Two-Minute Animal Stories, and Two-Minute Bible
Stories. Kristina Stephenson is the author of Sir Charlie Stinky Socks and the Re-
ally Big Adventure and the illustrator of numerous children’s books, including The
Angel and the Dove, The Angel and the Lamb, Thank You for Me!, and The Time-
for-Bed Angel.
32 pp • 8.5 x 10 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Seasonal/Religious
9780745962665 • August • $14.99 (Can $16.99) Cloth • Lion Children’s

The Tale of Baboushka

A Traditional Christmas Story
Elena Pasquali
Illustrations by Lucia Mongioj
A popular traditional Christmas folktale from Russia, retold for a young audi-
ence, warmly touches on the true meaning of Christmas
Baboushka is busy with her house—she has so much to do. The late-night arrival
of three travelers at her cottage door interrupts her domestic routine of cleaning
and polishing, and although she gives them excellent hospitality, she is relieved that
they plan to travel on the following day. When the men explain that they are in
search of a newborn king, Baboushka wonders whether to join them, but does not
want to leave the house in a mess. Only later, when she sees the star and hears an-
gels singing, does she realize she made the wrong choice. She hurries to take her
own gift to the king but cannot find him. Tradition has it that she searches still,
and wherever she hears the sound of children in a house, she leaves a secret gift.
Elena Pasquali is the author of Go Hare and Tortoise Go!, Prayers for Little Angels,
Run Little Chicken Run!, Two-Minute Animal Stories, and Two-Minute Bible Sto-
ries. Lucia Mongioj studied illustration at the European Institute of Design in Milan.
32 pp • 8.5 x 10 • Four-color Interior • Ages 5–7 • Seasonal/Religious
9780745962757 • August • $14.99 (Can $16.99) Cloth • Lion Children’s

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The Lion Storyteller Christmas Book
Retold by Bob Hartman
Illustrations by Krisztina Kállai Nagy
A collection of fun, read-aloud Christmas tales in a completely
reillustrated edition

“Offers rich, poetic yet lively versions of the Nativity stories. A splen-
did reflection on the richness and depth of the Christmas tradition
across countries and centuries.” —Times Educational Supplement
Packed full of Christmas tales and legends from around the world; this
collection is a festive treat from a popular storyteller. Here are Nativity
stories from the Bible, folk tales from long ago, stories of favorite Christ-
mas figures, and the stories of how many Christmas traditions came about.
Written to be read aloud or read alone, the stories jump off the page
with fun illustrations that capture the Christmas spirit and will become
family favorites, year after year.
Bob Hartman is a highly acclaimed storyteller and the author of more
than a dozen books, including Grumblebunny, Easter Angels, The Lion
Storybook of Animal Tales, The Lion Storyteller Bedtime Book, and The
Wolf Who Cried Boy. He lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Krisztina Kál-
lai Nagy is the illustrator of such children’s books as Cuddle Up, The
Lion Storyteller Bible, Night Night, and Who’s Hiding?
128 pp • 8.5 x 10 • Four-color Interior
Ages 5–7 • Seasonal/Religious
9780745969169 (Replaces 9780745940717) • August
$19.99 (Can $21.99) Cloth • Lion Children’s

Also available:

The Lion Storyteller The Lion Storyteller Bible The Lion Storyteller
Bedtime Book 9780745949802 Easter Book
9780745960944 $19.99 (Can $21.99) Cloth 9780745947938
$19.99 (Can $21.99) Cloth $8.95 (Can $9.95) Paper

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My Little Christmas Story
Christina Goodings
Illustrations by Claudine Gévry
A small-format retelling of the Nativity story, full of
gorgeous illustrations and accessible text
Simple and sincere, this retelling of the Christmas story
is perfect for children under five, introducing them to a
great story and its message of love. Bright illustrations
help the story along, telling little children about all the
events of the nativity: the angels’ visits to Mary and
Joseph, the journey to Bethlehem, the shepherds and the
angels, the wise men’s travels and encounter with Herod,
and Mary and Joseph’s care for the baby that would grow
up to show the world God’s love.
Christina Goodings is the author of numerous children’s
books, including Growing Green, Growing Strong, I Want
to Know About Jesus, I Want to Know About the Bible,
Lift-the-Flap Bible Stories, My Little Bible Board Book,
and My Nativity Jigsaw Book. Claudine Gévry is the il-
lustrator of such titles as Baby’s Hug-a-Bible and One Lit-
tle Penguin and His Friends. She lives in Montreal.
32 pp • 6 x 6 • Four-color Interior
Ages 3–5 • Seasonal/Religious
9780745969282 • August • $6.99 (Can $7.99) Cloth
Lion Children’s

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Prayers for All Seasons
Sophie Piper
Illustrations by Elena Temporin
A beautifully illustrated collection of prayers offers children
words of praise and thanks for every season throughout the year

“This gentle prayer book has an artful vibe. . . . Many are

from the Bible, but traditional/anonymous verses, poems,
and even a Navajo night chant are also featured, giving the
small-format book a broader spiritual vision (and audi-
ence).” —Publishers Weekly on Goodnight Prayers
“These prayers, written in simple language using words and
ideas children can easily understand, are appropriate for a
variety of situations. . . . A fine addition to religion collec-
tions.” —School Library Journal on The Lion Book of
Prayers to Read & Know
The prayers in this book not only match the seasons, they speak
in turn of hopefulness, joy, thanksgiving, reflection, and of God’s
everlasting love. Springtime brings themes that include beginnings,
choosing the right path, and hope. Summer is the perfect season
to give praise for creation, and contemplate journeys and holidays.
In autumn, children can pray about harvest, thanksgiving, and re-
flection. Winter’s themes include sad times, partings, and prayer.
Special Christmas prayers explore heaven on earth, and Easter
brings themes of resurrection, eternity, and heaven. Elena Tem-
porin’s illustrations give this collection a warm quality that ap-
peals to children and adults alike.
Sophie Piper is the author of numerous books for children, in-
cluding The Angel and the Dove, An Arkful of Animal Prayers,
Goodnight Prayers, The Lion Book of Prayers to Read & Know,
The Lion Read & Know Bible, and Thinking of Heaven. Elena
Temporin is an illustrator noted for The Lion Treasury of Angel
Stories, Saint Francis of Assisi, and The Windy Day.
64 pp • 5.5 x 7 • Four-color Interior
Ages 5–7 • Religious/Seasonal • 9780745962603 • July
$9.99 (Can $10.99) Cloth • Lion Children’s

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PUSH-AND-PULL PLAYBOOKS
Sophie Piper
Illustrations by Emily Bolam
“This gentle prayer book has an artful vibe. . . . Many are from the Bible, but traditional/anonymous
verses, poems, and even a Navajo night chant are also featured, giving the small-format book a broader
spiritual vision (and audience).” —Publishers Weekly on Goodnight Prayers
Sophie Piper is the author of numerous books for children, including The Angel and the Dove, An Arkful of Animal
Prayers, The Lion Book of Prayers to Read & Know, The Lion Read & Know Bible, and Thinking of Heaven.
Emily Bolam has illustrated more than 100 children’s books, including the Chunky Farm and Chunky Safari Books.
Each: 10 pp • 6.5 x 7 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5
August • $7.99 (Can $8.99) Board Book • Lion Children’s

It Was Christmas Night

A Push-and-Pull Playbook
A very simple retelling of the nativity story, with an interactive novelty element
Lots of push-and-pull tabs give young children something fun to play with as they
read the Christmas story—see who is in the stable, find the angels behind the cloud,
follow the twinkling star, and discover who the wise men’s gifts are for.
Religious/Seasonal • 9780745962214

Lullaby and Goodnight

A Push-and-Pull Playbook
A novelty element adds excitement to a book of traditional bedtime blessings
Lots of push-and-pull tabs give young children something fun to play with as
they listen to the words of these very simple traditional goodnight prayers, in-
cluding: find the owl in the tree, watch the moon rise in the sky, and say good-
night with the angel.
Religious/Board Books • 9780745962221

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SEE AND SAY SERIES
Illustrations by Melanie Mitchell
“These simple retellings of two Old Testament stories and one of Jesus’s parables encourage listener
participation. . . . Mitchell’s simple, colorful illustrations reinforce the texts’ cheerful tone . . . good choices
for church libraries or preschools, and public libraries may also want to add one or more of the titles.”
—School Library Journal on the See and Say Series
There favorite Bible stories feature bright and appealing pictures, and lots of words
and sounds for young children to join in with. With simple concepts and familiar words
for repetition, young children will come to learn the stories for themselves.
Melanie Mitchell is the illustrator of Are You Ticklish?; Good Morning, Good Night!; and Hop-Along Bunny.
Each: 8 pp • 5.5 x 5.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages Up to 3 • Religious/Board Books • Lion Children’s

Lost Sheep Story

Christina Goodings
There’s a big commotion when a sheep goes missing! Lively illustrations and
simple text produce a charming retelling of this ageless tale.
A sheep has run away, and the shepherd must find him. Young readers can count
the sheep aloud, huff and puff with the shepherd as he searches, and “baa, baa,
baa” with the sheep!
Christina Goodings is the author of numerous children’s books, including Grow-
ing Green, Growing Strong, I Want to Know About Jesus, I Want to Know About
the Bible, Lift-the-Flap Bible Stories, My Little Bible Board Book, and My Na-
tivity Jigsaw Book.
New in Board Book: 9780745962306 • July • $4.99 (Can $5.99)
Cloth: 9780745960876 • Available • $6.95 (Can $7.95)

Noah’s Ark Story

Victoria Tebbs
The story of the flood, retold with fun illustrations and plenty of exciting
words and sounds
The big storm is coming, and it’s getting noisy on Noah’s boat! “Splish!” goes
the rain, “Coo!” says the dove, “Roar!” goes the lion.
Victoria Tebbs is the coauthor of Best-Loved Carols and The Lion Book of Christ-
mas Carols.
New in Board Book: 9780745962283 • July • $4.99 (Can $5.99)
Cloth: 9780745949017 • Available • $6.95 (Can $7.95)

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SEE AND SAY SERIES
Illustrations by Melanie Mitchell

Each: 8 pp • 5.5 x 5.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages Up to 3 • Religious/Board Books • Lion Children’s

Creation Story
Christina Goodings
Creating the world is a noisy business! There are lots of sounds to repeat aloud
in this engaging retelling of the tale from Genesis.
Young readers can sparkle with the stars, crash with the sea, splish-splosh with
the fish, and have a rest with some “zzzs” on the seventh day.
Christina Goodings is the author of numerous children’s books, including Grow-
ing Green, Growing Strong, I Want to Know About Jesus, I Want to Know About
the Bible, Lift-the-Flap Bible Stories, My Little Bible Board Book, and My Na-
tivity Jigsaw Book.
New in Board Book: 9780745962276 • July • $4.99 (Can $5.99)
Cloth: 9780745960890 • Available • $6.95 (Can $7.95)

Baby Jesus Story

Christina Goodings
The first Christmas comes alive with this exciting story full of fun words to say
The Christmas story is filled with lots of sounds that are fun to make. The don-
key goes “clip-clop,” the angels sing, the shepherds gasp, the cow says “Moo!”
Christina Goodings is the author of numerous children’s books, including Grow-
ing Green, Growing Strong, I Want to Know About Jesus, I Want to Know About
the Bible, Lift-the-Flap Bible Stories, My Little Bible Board Book, and My Na-
tivity Jigsaw Book.
New in Board Book: 9780745962290 • July • $4.99 (Can $5.99)
Cloth (as Christmas Story): 9780745949000 • Available • $6.95 (Can $7.95)

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God Bless Me
A Child’s Prayer Book
Sophie Piper
Illustrations by Barbara Vagnozzi
Combining the feeling of classic verse with child-friendly modern styling, this collection
gives children words for reflecting on all aspects of their world

“This gentle prayer book has an artful vibe. . . . Many are from the Bible, but tradi-
tional/anonymous verses, poems, and even a Navajo night chant are also featured,
giving the small-format book a broader spiritual vision (and audience).”
—Publishers Weekly on Goodnight Prayers
This collection of 145 prayers drawn from the Christian heritage—from the Bible to the mod-
ern day—is numbered and arranged thematically. Sections include people of the world, ani-
mals, saying sorry, making amends, school, holidays, festivals, seasons, bedtime, and
bereavement. Bright artwork fills each page, giving a contemporary look to this traditionally
styled prayer book—a perfect gift for any religious event, from a christening to first communion.
Sophie Piper is the author of numerous books for children, including The Angel and the
Dove, An Arkful of Animal Prayers, The Lion Book of Prayers to Read & Know, The Lion
Read & Know Bible, and Thinking of Heaven. Barbara Vagnozzi is the illustrator of Go
Hare and Tortoise Go! and the author of the Baby series.
160 pp • 5 x 7 • Four-color Interior • Ages 5–7 • Religious/Picture Books
9780745961514 • August • $14.99 (Can $16.99) Cloth • Lion Children’s

An Angel to Watch Over Me

Prayers and Blessings
Sophie Piper
Illustrations by Sophie Allsopp
Featuring delicate pencil-and-watercolor illustrations of pretty angels and children,
this sentimental gift is the perfect keepsake for children to treasure as they grow up
The prayers and blessings in this beautiful keepsake collection are divided into four
sections—Guardian Angels, A Child of God, Earth and Heaven, and Safe This Night.
A perfectly sweet gift for such special occasions as Christmas, Easter, birthday, or on
being a flower girl or ring bearer, this delightful book of guardian angel prayers and
blessings makes a lovely remembrance for a special child.
Sophie Piper is the author of numerous books for children, including The Angel and
the Dove, An Arkful of Animal Prayers, The Lion Book of Prayers to Read & Know,
The Lion Read & Know Bible, and Thinking of Heaven. Sophie Allsop is the illus-
trator of The First Christmas; The First Easter; The First Rainbow; Our Father; and
Thank You, God!: A Year of Blessings and Prayers for Little Ones.
48 pp • 5.5 x 7 • Four-color Interior • Ages 5–7 • Religious
9780745961132 • May • $9.99 (Can $10.99) Cloth • Lion Children’s

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Peace on Earth
Poems and Prayers for Peace
Sophie Piper
Illustrations by Giuliano Ferri
A wonderful resource for adults and children to explore the ever-important theme
of peace together

“These prayers, written in simple language using words and ideas children can
easily understand, are appropriate for a variety of situations. The collection
reminds readers to appreciate the world and encourages children to think about
their place in it by addressing issues like social justice, inclusiveness, and peace. . . .
A fine addition to religion collections.” —School Library Journal on The Lion
Book of Prayers to Read & Know
Children respond warmly to the idea of a world without war, and this book helps them
articulate their hopes and dreams for a better world—at school, in the community, and
on a world scale. The poems and prayers, drawn from biblical, traditional, and con-
temporary sources, also provide inspiration for how the reader can work for peace in
their own world through their attitude and actions. The illustrations by Giuliano Ferri
combine warmth and sophistication—a lovely match for the theme.
Sophie Piper is the author of numerous books for children, including The Angel and the Dove, An Arkful of Animal Prayers,
The Lion Book of Prayers to Read & Know, The Lion Read & Know Bible, and Thinking of Heaven. Giuliano Ferri’s art has
been exhibited worldwide, from the Pompidou Center in Paris to the Itabashi Art Museum in Tokyo. He has illustrated such
children’s books as Best Friends, Christmas Cakes, Small Camel Follows the Star, and Little Tad Grows Up.
48 pp • 5.5 x 7 • Four-color Interior • Ages 5–7 • Religious
9780745961354 • May • $9.99 (Can $10.99) Cloth • Lion Children’s

Mrs Noah’s Vegetable Ark

Elena Pasquali
Illustrations by Steve Lavis
The animals are taken care of—but what about all the plants? An environmen-
tal take on the beloved Noah’s Ark tale.
While Mr. Noah is busy building his ark, Mrs. Noah has a sudden thought—what
about her vegetable garden? And the fruit trees? And everything she has spent years
sowing, growing, and tending? They’ll get washed away when the rain comes! So
while the animal ark venture goes ahead, Mrs. Noah begins collecting seeds, tak-
ing cuttings, and eventually loading the ark with her own produce. The result is a
splendid garden ark that not only gives everyone on board plenty to eat, but once
the rain has subsided, gives Mrs. Noah a head start in helping the world grow green
and new.
Elena Pasquali is the author of Go Hare and Tortoise Go!, Prayers for Little An-
gels, Run Little Chicken Run!, Two-Minute Animal Stories, and Two-Minute Bible
Stories. Steve Lavis is the illustrator of such children’s titles as All Aboard to Work—
Choo Choo!; Cock A Doodle Doo!: A Farmyard Counting Book; Noisy Wild Ani-
mals: Mix-and-Match; and You’re Too Small.
32 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 5–7 • Religious/Picture Books
9780745962535 • April • $14.99 (Can $16.99) Cloth • Lion Children’s

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My Very Own Book of Prayers
Su Box
Illustrations by Carolyn Cox
This companion to My Very Own Bible is packed full of words of re-
flection especially for young readers
Comprising a mixture of familiar, traditional material; new prayers and
blessings; and paraphrases of some Bible verses; these prayers are selected
and written with care to reflect the world and concerns of young chil-
dren. Those who cannot yet read will enjoy the illustrations as the prayers
are read to them, while the large, clear type will enable new readers to
read the selections themselves. Lively and vibrant illustrations comple-
ment the prayers, reflecting the mood and content of each subject.
Su Box is the author of several children’s books, including The Christ-
mas Star, The First Rainbow , My Book of Prayers, and You Are Very
Special. Carolyn Cox is the illustrator of Lion Children’s Bible, My Book
of Christmas, My Book of Prayers, and My Very Own Bible.
96 pp • 5.5 x 6.5 • 60 Color Illustrations • Ages 5–7
Religious • 9780745962931 • June
$7.99 (Can $8.99) Cloth • Lion Children’s

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Journey into the Bible
Lois Rock
Illustrations by Andrew Rowland
Fascinating facts, “travel tips,” intriguing pictures, and maps com-
bine to take young explorers on a time-traveling tour of the an-
cient world of the Bible and its people
Drawing the reader into foreign lands and epic journeys from the
beginning of time itself, this book offers a tourist’s-eye view of the
people and empires that provided the setting for the Bible’s great
stories. Each stop on the journey allows young readers to learn about
the people and events associated with that place as well as offering
astonishing glimpses of what archaeologists have uncovered.
“Travel tips” offer useful information for the time-traveling jour-
ney—what food and weather to expect, where to stay, what sort of
festivals might be happening, and what souvenirs are worth look-
ing out for. This enjoyable reference work full of stylish and expertly
researched illustrations and numerous photographs, maps, and di-
agrams offers a fresh, nonfiction approach to the Bible.
Lois Rock is the author of numerous children’s titles that have been
translated into more than 30 languages, including My Very First
Bible, My Very First Christmas, A Child’s First Book of Prayer, and
The Lord’s Prayer and Ten Commandments. Andrew Rowland is
the illustrator of such titles as Little Lizard’s Family Fun and The
Not-So-Wise Man. He was the recipient of the Macmillan Prize for
Children’s Picture Book Illustration.
48 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • Four-color Interior
Ages 7–12 • Religious • 9780745960883 • April
$14.99 (Can $16.99) Cloth • Lion Children’s

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POP HOOPER’S PERFECT PETS SERIES
Pop Hooper’s Pet Express makes sure that kids always get their perfect dream pets—in the end.

Stubborn Little Pony

Kyle Mewburn
Illustrations by Heath McKenzie
What happens when the perfect pet turns into a perfect nuisance?
Jake has been lonely since he moved to the city. He wants a pet—a cool par-
rot would definitely help him to make friends. But Pop Hooper asks him to
look after a pony instead—Jake’s worst nightmare. Everyone will call Jake
a country bumpkin now . . . won’t they? Follow Pop Hooper and his magic
pet caravan in this next adventure-filled installment in the Pop Hooper’s Per-
fect Pet series.
Kyle Mewburn is the author of numerous books, including The Bear in the
Room Next Door, Duck Is Stuck, The Hoppleplop, and Kiss! Kiss! Yuck!
Yuck! Heath McKenzie is the illustrator of many books, including Better Out
than In, The Detachable Boy, Genius Squad, The OK Team, Screw Loose,
and Stinky Ferret and the JJs.
90 pp • 5 x 8 • 31 B/W Illustrations • Ages 5–7 • Fiction
9781921541391 • April • $7.99 (Can $8.99) Paper • Little Hare Books

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LITTLE ELSE SERIES
Julie Hunt
Illustrations by Beth Norling
A trick rider and a horse whisperer, Little Else is gutsy, bold, and ready for adventure in a funny, entertaining,
three-book series for girls and boys. No other heroine has quite as much courage, or luck, as daring Little Else.
In Julie Hunt’s adventure stories that are funny and full of larger-than-life characters, fortune favors the bold!
Julie Hunt is the author of the picture books The Answerman and Away! Away! Beth Norling is an author
and illustrator of children’s books, including Little Brothers Are, Little School, Little Sisters Are,
Naked Bunyip Dancing, and Sister Night and Sister Day.
Each: 5 x 8 • 50 Color Illustrations • Four-color Interior
Ages 7–9 • Fiction • $8.99 (Can $9.99) Paper • Allen & Unwin

Trick Rider
Little Else has joined Ma Calico’s circus and she’s a big hit! But will her hard work pay off
with mean Ma Calico in charge?
When Little Else joins Ma Calico’s Bush Circus, she becomes La Petite Elsié and does leaps and
lofty tumbles with Joe, the Flying Giuseppe. The crowds love them! But mean Ma Calico won’t
pay them a penny. The circus horses are sick of hauling Ma around the country and the other per-
formers want Little Else to stand up to her. So Little Else decides to track down the wild outlaw
Harry Blast. Will he be a match for Ma?
60 pp • 9781741758771 • April

On the Run
Little Else is in trouble in her second adventure. She’s already wanted for cattle stealing
and horse rustling and now she’s freed some prisoners! Where is she going to escape to?
When Little Else takes up the wild roaming life, she rides a huge horse with an appropriate name.
Outlaw used to belong to a bushranger, or an outlaw. After Little Else frees a team of cattle,
from a nasty cattle driver, she is wanted for theft and soon she is wanted for horse rustling too.
But when she frees some prisoners in chains, she becomes the leader of a gang of bushrangers
and then she’s really on the run.
60 pp • 9781741758764 • June

Ghost Hunter
In her third adventure, Little Else teams up with a gang of outlaws to uncover the mystery of
the Lost Herd
When Little Else leads her gang of bushrangers through the Back-of-Beyond in search of the mys-
terious lost herd, they cross a river into strange place where their hoofprints disappear. The long-
lost cattle are said to be worth their weight in gold, but no one has ever come back from beyond
the Broken River. Will Little Else be able to break the ghostly curse?
76 pp • 9781741758788 • August

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SKYLARKS SERIES
Skylarks is a series of fun, accessible, and illustrated stories with short chapters designed to help young readers who
are growing in confidence. Covering a wide range of genres including adventure, humor, fantasy, mystery, and science
fiction, this series is sure to have something for every young reader. Each story contains approximately 2,000 words.
Each: 48 pp • 6 x 8 • 20 Color Illustrations • Ages 7–9 • Fiction • $7.99 (Can $8.99) Paper • Evans Brothers

Carving the Sea Path

Kathryn White
Illustrations by Evelyne Duverne
Two friends must put aside their differences and work together to save the life of a whale
trapped beneath Arctic ice
Samuel is rude and unfriendly when he first moves to the Arctic. He hates the cold and quiet
and misses all his friends from home. A local boy, Irniq, gives him a chance, and the boys
form a quick and unlikely friendship. However, as the summer comes to an end, the boys
quarrel and drift apart. One winter day, Irniq finds a trapped whale under the ice, and does-
n’t know what to do. Luckily, Samuel appears and knows exactly who can help. Will the
boys be able to work together and save the whale in time?
Kathryn White is the author of Here Comes the Crocodile, The Nutty Nut Chase, and When
They Fight, among others. Evelyne Duverne is the author of Sarah.
9780237538903 • August

The Emperor’s New Clothes

Louise John
Illustrations by Serena Curmi
A classic tale reimagined through whimsical and unique illustrations

“In animated, descriptive prose, this insightful read captures and conveys Principessa’s
feelings with amusing, sympathetic, and ring-true flair that is echoed in illustrations
filled with whimsical details.” —Booklist on Smile, Principessa!
There once lived an emperor who was proud and vain and spent all his money on clothes. One
day, two scoundrels arrived at the palace and persuaded the emperor that they could weave
magical cloth. He put them to work and they made him the finest robes he had ever owned.
But the emperor had a lesson to learn—and his new clothes were quite a sight to behold!
Louise John is the author of several titles in the Skylarks and Start-Up Citizenship series.
Serena Curmi is the illustrator for The Dream Jar; Smile, Principessa!; and many more.
9780237538958 • April

The Lion and the Gypsy

Jillian Powell
Illustrations by Heather Deen
Inspired by a painting called The Sleeping Gypsy by Henri Rousseau, this touching chil-
dren’s tale shows an unlikely triumph of human over beast
Fatima the wandering gypsy is tired and lies down to sleep. A sand-colored lion roams through
the desert. He is hungry and looking for tasty morsels to eat. He stops and sniffs the air, and
the scent of a human reaches his nose. He follows the footprints and—on silent paws—creeps
around the sleeping gypsy, sniffing hungrily. Fatima has no idea of the danger she is in. Can
she outsmart the dangerous lion and escape with her life?
Jillian Powell is the author of The Midnight Fox and Realistic Stories for Ages 7–9, as well
as many stories in the Looking at Countries series and Start Reading: Get Up and Go! series.
9780237538927 • April

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SKYLARKS SERIES
48 pp • 6 x 8 • 20 Color Illustrations • Ages 7–9 • Fiction • $7.99 (Can $8.99) Paper • Evans Brothers

Noah’s Shark
Alan Durant
Illustrations by Holly Surplice
A silly and unconventional take on the story of Noah and his ark
Noah was fed up with the people in his world making a mess of everything. He built a big
boat to get away in, and invited his animal friends along—couples only. The animals lined
up by the boat, two by two. All except for Mrs. Shark, who came alone. It seemed she had
accidentally eaten her husband. Will Noah be able to trust her on his boat?
Alan Durant is the author of several children’s books, including Always and Forever, Brown
Bear Gets in Shape, Dear Mermaid, Dear Santa Claus, Dear Toothfairy, and Sports Sto-
ries. Holly Surplice is the author of Silly Jack and the illustrator of the The Usborne Art
Sticker Book.
9780237538910 • August

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Awkward Annie The Black Knight Hurricane Season

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Sleeping Beauty Spiggy Red Tallulah and the Yasmin’s Parcels

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Witch Baby and Me On Stage
Debi Gliori
Another enchanting illustrated story about Lily, who is the only per-
son who knows that her baby sister is a witch

“It is what I have come to expect from a Debi Gliori book,

jammed with hilarious and often gross jokes. I giggled all the way
through. . . . I can’t recommend this story highly enough for
lovers of magic, humor, or even books. A wicked triumph.”
—Eoin Colfer, author, Artemis Fowl, on Witch Baby and Me
“Brims with humor . . . sure to please young fantasy buffs.”
—Booklist on Witch Baby and Me After Dark
"Fun Choices for readers who like silly fantasies."
—School Library Journal on Witch Baby
“Filled to bursting with an eccentric cast of characters, this ex-
travagant tale combines magic, mafiaesque villainy, mythical
beasts, foible-filled humans, and humor into a mixture that will
appeal to fans of Diana Wynne Jones, J. K. Rowling, and even
Lemony Snicket. . . . Pure dead fun.” —School Library Journal on
Pure Dead Magic
It’salmost Witch Baby Daisy’s second birthday and her nursery class is
putting on a musical performance, with the help of the older children,
including big sister Lily. Lily just knows the concert will be doomed—
the words to the song are not supposed to be “The animals went in two
by two, the werewolf wanted to do a poo.” Meanwhile their mother is
trying to potty train Daisy, unaware that as soon as she succeeds, Daisy
will be reclaimed by the witches who live on the hill, who’ve only been
waiting for their little protégée to be out of diapers before they take
her “home.” Happily, Daisy is so terrible at toilet training that Lily per-
suades their mom to drop the idea, and the day is saved! The concert
is a great success, despite Daisy turning Lily’s bagpipes into a spider,
and the witches are distracted by spells for romance. Another charm-
ing, brilliantly plotted, and gorgeously illustrated gem of a book by this
outstandingly talented author and illustrator.
Debi Gliori is the author and illustrator of many books for children,
such as No Matter What and the Pure Dead series, which includes Pure
Dead Magic and Pure Dead Wicked.
330 pp • 5 x 7 • 193 B/W Illustrations • Ages 7–9 • Fiction
9780552556798 • April • $7.99 Paper • Corgi

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GIBBLEWORT THE GOBLIN SERIES

Goblin at the Beach

Victor Kelleher
Illustrations by Stephen Michael King
Surf’s up in this hilarious adventure from everyone’s favorite grouchy goblin
From the ski slopes of the Snowy Mountains to the rainforests of Far North
Queensland—and everywhere in between—Gibblewort the goblin has blundered,
crawled, and winged his way through Australia’s vast landscape. So surely a re-
laxing day at the beach will be safe, right? Not if fun in the sun includes frying
your feet on hot sand, accidentally chugging down sun cream, and hitching a
ride on an angry shark. Can Gibblewort beat the heat and finally get back home
to rainy old Ireland?
Victor Kelleher is the author of Beyond the Dusk, Del-Del, Johnny Wombat, and
To the Dark Tower. Stephen Michael King is the illustrator for The Man Who
Loved Boxes and Pocket Dogs.
80 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 7–9 • Fiction
9781864719550 (Replaces 9781741662344) • April
$6.99 (Can $7.99) Paper • Random House Australia

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Goblin in the Bush Goblin in the City Goblin in the Snow

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Goblin at the Zoo Goblin in the Rainforest Goblin on the Reef

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LITTLE HORRORS SERIES

Effie the Outrageous Elf

Tiffany Mandrake
Illustrations by Martin Chatterton
Not all fairies are sweet and pink . . . some are Little Horrors!

“Mandrake’s fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek novel is the perfect antidote for the treacly fairy
stories usually offered to this age group.” —Booklist Online on Flax the Feral Fairy
Effie the elf has run away to join the circus. When the circus folk ignore her, she begins to act
outrageously. But will her naughtiness win her a place at a school for bad fairies?
Tiffany Mandrake lives in a cozy, creepy cottage in the grounds of Hag’s Abademy, where bad
fairies go to study badness, and is the author of the Little Horrors series. Martin Chatterton is
well-known as both a writer and an illustrator of titles for children. His works include Yuck!
The Grossest Joke Book Ever and the popular Bad Dog books.
112 pp • 5 x 8 • 25 B/W Illustrations • Ages 7–9 • Fiction
9781921541872 • April • $7.99 (Can $8.99) Paper • Little Hare Books

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9781921272714 9781921541223

The Third Pig Detective Agency: The Ho Ho Ho Mystery

Bob Burke
The porcine Philip Marlowe (or is he the swine Sam Spade?) is back, in the festive follow-
up to The Third Pig Detective Agency

“This is undoubtedly the most whimsical hard-boiled detective novel ever written, and it’s
utterly delightful.” —Matt Rees, author, The Collaborator of Bethlehem
When Father Christmas goes missing on Christmas Eve eve, Mrs. Christmas calls on the intrepid
hero Harry Pigg to track him down. What follows is another hard-boiled caper featuring fairy
tale villains, plenty of red herrings, a few close shaves, a couple of punch ups, and a very clever
twist. Aided and abetted by his sidekicks Jack Horner and the genie from the lamp, Harry tries
to save Christmas before time runs out. If only he didn’t have to deal with those annoying elves.
224 pp • 4.5 x 6.5 • Ages 9–12 • Fiction
9780007364015 • August • $10.99 Cloth • The Friday Project

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BLACKY SERIES
Barry Jonsberg
Barry Jonsberg is the author of Am I Right or Am I Right?,
The Crimes and Punishments of Miss Payne, Dreamrider, and Ironbark.
Each: 5 x 7.5 • Ages 9–12 • Fiction
May • $9.99 (Can $10.99) Paper • Allen & Unwin

The Dog That Dumped on My Doona

What’s an 11-year-old boy to do when an ugly dog called Blacky appears on his bed and
tells him he has been given the mission to rescue God?
When Marcus is woken by a dog going to the bathroom on his bed, he is understandably
upset. And Blacky the dog has other surprises in store. Soon Marcus and his disruptive friend
Dylan are on a mission to rescue God—a sick pygmy bearded dragon—from the local pet
shop, but time is running out. To complicate things, Marcus’s sister Rose is in the picture—
she who thrives on terrorizing her little brother. She is the sister from hell, but revenge will
be sweet—or so Marcus thinks.
138 pp • 8 B/W Illustrations • 9781741755459

A Croc Called Capone

A free trip to the Northern Territory! Sounds good, thinks Marcus—“Mucus” to his sis-
ter Rose. But when his best friend Dylan joins the family holiday, mayhem is not far away.
Blacky the farting dog, back in his second adventure, has a mission that Marcus and Dylan
can’t refuse. Trouble is, this mission involves a monstrous saltwater crocodile who would much
rather chomp on a human for dinner than have a civilized conversation. Of course, there’s
also the small matter of a giant big-game hunter on a collision course with our heroes. And
will Marcus be any match for his mean older sister Rose and her lightsaber-wielding best friend
Cy Ob Han? Blacky the master of disguise is back, full of attitude and smelly as ever.
148 pp • 8 B/W Illustrations • 9781741756685

Blacky Blasts Back!

On the Tail of the Tassie Tiger
A third wacky adventure with Blacky the farting dog—between giant bully boys, unin-
telligible Scottish camp instructors, and the need for thermal underwear, can the boys find
the last remaining Tasmanian tiger?
Blacky is back, smellier than ever, and he’s got a new mission for Marcus and Dylan: track
down the very last Tassie tiger and save it from extinction. Simple, really. But throw in some
bumbling thylacine hunters, a bully out to get you, a hairy Scotsman on your trail, and any-
thing can—and will—happen. Especially as time is running out.
150 pp • 7 B/W Illustrations • 9781742372235

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HISTORY SPIES SERIES
Jo Foster
Kids will love joining history spy Charlie Cartwright in his adventures as he travels through space and time,
dodging bombs, dinosaurs, and erupting volcanoes, in this series that teaches history in a novel way. Part
adventure story and part fact file, each book follows Charlie on a top-secret government mission back in time,
and is a perfect introduction to the era and place, making children feel as if they could really go there.
Hilarious illustrations, original photographs, and annotated text make the content easily accessible.
Jo Foster is a researcher for history-oriented television shows.
Each: 5 x 7.5 • 10 B/W Photos • 100 B/W Illustrations • Ages 9–12 • Nonfiction • April
$7.99 Paper • Macmillan Children’s Books

Escape from Vesuvius

To prepare for this life or death mission, Charlie teaches kids how to properly wear
a toga, read gladiators’ armor and weapons, and be a perfect Roman dinner guest
It’s Pompeii, AD 79, and Vesuvius is about to erupt. The Department of Historical Accu-
racy needs a history spy with nerves of steel to find out what the city was really like. Your
mission is to find out what happened at a gladiator battle, what went on at the luxurious
banquets, and why everyone in Pompeii was so smelly! Finally, you will witness the erup-
tion that buried the city for 2,000 years. Better listen to Charlie when he explains the ba-
sics of Latin, Roman numerals, and sandals.
154 pp • 9780330449007

Search for the Sphinx

Fitting in ancient Egypt will be a challenge, but with Charlie’s help young readers
will learn about the currency of the day, how to play the popular game Senet, and
what the truth is about mummies
It’s 1333 BC in Egypt and 11-year-old Tutankhamen has just become pharaoh. The De-
partment of Historical Accuracy needs a fearless history spy to report back. Your mission
is to walk like an Egyptian, talk like an Egyptian, and learn to decipher hieroglyphs. Learn
about pyramids, mummies, and what it’s like to be king when you’re a kid!
160 pp • 9780330449038

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HISTORY SPIES
Jo Foster

Each: 5 x 7.5 • 10 B/W Photos • 100 B & W Illustrations • Ages 9–12 • Nonfiction • July
$7.99 Paper • Macmillan Children’s Books

Back to the Blitz

A seasoned history spy, Charlie Cartwright teaches kids all they need to know about
fitting in wherever they’ve been sent—they’ll learn the lingo, the local customs, and
what was going on in the world at the time
It’s Liverpool, 1940. The war is raging, and the Department of Historical Accuracy needs
a brave and daring history spy to uncover the truth. Your mission: learn how to identify
enemy aircraft, make spitfires out of saucepans, jitterbug, and disguise yourself as an evac-
uee. Find out how people spoke and what they ate, and become a champion at marbles!
160 pp • 9780330448994

The Great Exhibition Mission

Charlie gives kids all they need to know to travel Victorian London incognito—dapper
disguises and the lowdown on Sweeney Todd, telegraphs, and common diseases
It’s London, 1851, and Queen Victoria is on the throne—the year of the Great Exhibition.
The Department of Historical accuracy need a bold and adventurous history spy to get the
facts. Your mission is to learn how to walk, talk, and dress like a Victorian, and go and ex-
plore the streets of London. With Charlie’s help, you will find out about the fearsome fac-
tories, dinosaur bones, and incredible inventions that made the Victorian age so exciting.
160 pp • 9780330449014

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A KIT SALTER ADVENTURE
Natasha Narayan

“I give this book so many stars, that I would use up too much paper. An excellent book!”
—Scholastic Literacy Time Plus on The Mummy Snatcher of Memphis
“Rip roaring action-adventure story. Both exciting and funny. Kit is an engaging heroine.” —Book Bag
Natasha Narayan is the author of The Black Death and Other Putrid Plagues of London and
Witches, Wizards and Warlocks of London, as well as the first two books in the Kit Salter Adventure series.

The Book of Bones

Follow Kit Salter and her friends in the exciting third installment of a
humorous fast-paced series of four, as they strike out on a dangerous
mission into the hidden heart of imperial China
Kit Salter and her friends Rachel, Waldo, and Isaac tumble into another ad-
venture when their coach is hijacked on the wilds of Dartmoor. Their arch-
enemies, the Baker Brothers, are behind the kidnapping. They force the children
into a perilous voyage to China in search of a secret martial arts manual. From
bustling Shanghai, their journey takes them to the hidden heart of imperial
China—Peking’s Forbidden City. En route they battle opium smugglers, pi-
rates, and kung fu fighters, before a climatic encounter with the mysterious
wooden men—giant killers armed with lethal powers and a dastardly will of
their own. As the twisting, thrilling narrative reaches its climax, will Kit and
her friends be able to survive the danger and mysteries of China and win back
their freedom?
312 pp • 5 x 7 • Ages 9–12 • Fiction
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THE DRAGONS SERIES
Colin Thompson
A hilarious and seamless parody of the legendary heroes of Camelot, this entertaining children's series is rounded out
by the unique and legendary humor of acclaimed author and illustrator Colin Thompson. Complete with ridiculous
illustrations, medieval advertisements, and insane inventions—such as Doctor Merlin's Kittylene Trampoline—it is the
story of everything no one ever knew they wanted to know about what really went on in King Arthur's court.
“Colin Thompson’s enigmatic artwork once again takes center stage.” —Publishers Weekly on Falling Angels
Colin Thompson has received several awards, including an Aurealis Award for the novel How to Live Forever
and the CBC Picture Book of the Year for The Short and Incredibly Happy Life of Riley. He is also the author
of The Big Little Book of Happy Sadness and Free to a Good Home. He has been short-listed for many other
awards, including the Astrid Lindgren Award—the most prestigious children’s literature prize in the world.
Each: 5 x 8 • 20 B/W Illustrations • Ages 9–12 • Fiction • $9.99 (Can $10.99) Paper • Random House Australia

Camelot
Introducing Camelot—the home of kings, queens, brave knights, magic, Fremsley the
Royal Whippet, some very aggressive lavatories, and a very spoiled and unpleasant once
and future king
In the days when dragons roamed the earth turning people into toast, a mighty king ruled the
world: his name was Arthur. This king lived in the great castle of Camelot on the beautiful is-
land of Avalon. Guided by the great wizard Merlin, this king became a legend. The trouble with
legends is that every time their stories are told they become more and more fabulous, so useless
twits are often turned into super heroes. This is not one of those stories. This is the true story of
King Arthur—who was most definitely not a super hero. He was a nasty little spoiled brat who
nobody could stand—or was he?
234 pp • 9781741663815 • June

Excalibur
King Arthur has been overthrown—long live King Arthur!
The Dark Ages are over and the wonderful Days of Yore have begun. Everyone is looking for-
ward to a magnificent coronation of the new King Arthur, followed by huge amounts of legendary
peace and happiness that will cover the whole of Avalon and bring about purple tights for all. But
there is a rebellion in the land. Brat, the old false king, and Bloat, a teenage dragon, have vowed
to overthrow the lovely wonderful new King Arthur and bring back the Dark Ages. Can Morgan
le Fey, Sir Lancelot, and a very thirsty vampire save the day?
256 pp • 9781741663822 • August

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JACK FLINT SERIES
Joe Donnelly

“Donnelly uses Celtic myths with charm and verve.” —Times

“Keeps the reader on a knife-edge until the final page.” —Scotland on Sunday
Joe Donnelly is a fantasy and horror writer whose books include Bane, Havoc Junction, Still Life, and Stone.
Each: 5 x 8 • Ages 9–12 • Fiction • $10.99 Paper • Orion Children’s Books

Jack Flint and the Redthorn Sword

The first installment in the Jack Flint trilogy combines myth, magic, and danger as a
boy searches for his long-lost father when he stumbles into a Celtic legend that has
come to life
Jack Flint is 13, has never known his mother, and has—literally—lost his father. On a stormy
Halloween he steps from his humdrum world of school, chores, and getting by, into a mael-
strom. Scaling the dark-walled coppice known as Cromwath Blackwood, he and his best
friend, Kerry Malone, find a mysterious circle of 13 standing stones—stones that almost seem
to be breathing, pulling the boys to a place of myth and mayhem, the legendary world of
Temair. Here, Celtic myth comes to life as Jack, Kerry, and Corriwen Redthorn, the orphaned
daughter of a Temair Chief, face the terrifying cunning of goddess of death Morrigan, along
with her servants—the Scree, and the cruel, black-feathered Roaks. As they embark upon
their fast-paced and furious quest, Jack realizes they are not just saving their own lives, but
finding clues that might lead him to his father.
400 pp • 9781842556092 • April

Jack Flint and the Spellbinder’s Curse

The battle with the Morrigan may be over but Jack Flint’s quest is only just begin-
ning—Jack, Kerry, and Corriwen step into a second fast-paced fantasy adventure
As the three adventurers struggle against Morrigan, she hurls Corriwen Redthorn through
a gateway into an unknown world. Jack and Kerry know they must find her, and when they
step into Eirinn, the land seems held in the grip of an everlasting winter. Aided in their search
by friendly leprechauns, a gentle giant, and a troupe of traveling players with magical pow-
ers, they soon discover that others are hunting Corrie too. They’re up against Dermott, the
much-feared Wolf Lord, and his spellbinder, Fainn, who have stolen the legendary silver caul-
dron of plenty and the golden harp which keeps the seasons in check. It has been foretold
that Dermott will meet his fate at the hands of a fighting woman with red hair—could Cor-
riwen be his nemesis? He’s desperate to destroy her and anything, or anyone, who gets in
his way. Meanwhile, Jack’s adventures in Eirinn reveal clue after clue that might lead him
to his father.
336 pp • 9781842557037 • June

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JACK FLINT SERIES
Joe Donnelly

Each: 5 x 8 • Ages 9–12 • Fiction • $10.99 Paper • Orion Children’s Books

Jack Flint and the Dark Ways

In the third and final breathless installment Jack, Kerry, and Corriwen face terrifying
monsters, all-powerful witches, and mysterious magical creatures
Continuing Jack’s quest to find his father, Jack, Kerry, and Corrie have passed through the
gate into the peaceful summerland of Uaine. Hoping for a period of respite after all their
adventures, they quickly discover that they have work to do. The power-hungry spellbinder,
Bodrun, has stolen the copperplates—protective magical talismans—and released the terrifying
nightshades into the world. These creatures stalk the night, searching for a way to break
through to other worlds and wreak havoc. They will do anything to get their claws into
the heartstone. With the Book of Ways to guide them, Jack and his friends must travel deep
into Bodrun’s lair, facing gargoyles, giant spiders, walls of fire, and shrieking all-consuming
nightshades, before a final confrontation with the evil spellbinder himself. As Jack finds
himself in the midst of this nightmare, he is forced to face what really happened to his father
so long ago.
400 pp • 9781842555835 • August

FROZEN WORLD SERIES

Crystal
Rebecca Lisle
Escaping from a grey, rule-bound city, a girl discovers her family and homeland

“With enough excitement to be an excellent read-aloud, this well-crafted fantasy pro-

vides children with a solid entry into the genre.” —School Library Journal on Copper
Crystal is unusual. With her silvery blonde hair and blue eyes, there isn’t anyone like her in
the town except for her mom and everyone says her mom is crazy—or a witch. Crystal knows
that the town leader has something to do with her mother’s madness but how can she prove
it? And how can she stop him when the town guard tramps the streets day and night, there’s
a curfew, and a strange creature in their house spies on them, recording their every move?
When Crystal thinks she glimpses someone looking up at her from the depths of Lop Lake,
she is amazed yet strangely hopeful—could this be the help she’s been waiting for?
Rebecca Lisle is the author of numerous children’s books, including Dogs Don’t Do Dishes
and The Practical Princess, and Amethyst and Copper in the Frozen World series.
174 pp • 5 x 8 • 26 B/W Illustrations • Ages 9–12 • Fiction
9781849390590 • May • $8.99 Paper • Andersen Press

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PONY CLUB SECRETS SERIES

Liberty and the Dream Ride

Stacy Gregg
Issie leaps to new heights with show jumper Comet, but will
she ride to victory on Liberty? Saddle up for Pony Club Secrets
adventure number 11!
Issie and her pony Comet have traveled to Lexington, Kentucky
to take on the best riders in the world at the famed four-star horse
trials. It’s Issie first experience of competing against adult pro-
fessional riders and she begins to worry that she’s out of her league.
The competition gets even more exciting when Tara Kelly calls
with the offer of a chance ride on another horse. With everything
at stake, does Issie have what it takes to win?
Stacy Gregg is the author of the Pony Club Rivals and the Pony
Club Secrets series.
240 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 9–12 • Fiction
9780007299317 • May • $7.99 Paper • Harper Children’s

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SUPERSTAR HIGH SERIES

Superstar High: Don’t Stop Believing

Isabella Cass
Now halfway through their first year at the world-famous Garrick School of Performing
Arts, things are heating up for Cat, Belle, and Holly—as they learn life as a superstar
just gets busier!
Hot on the heels of her success in the dance department show, Holly is thrilled to land an
amazing duet in the end-of-term Musical Spectacular. But there’s a lot to live up to—can
she and her partner, Zak, cope with the pressure and give the performance of their lives?
Evil Bianca seems even more determined to annoy Belle this term, so when they end up singing
together in the show, sparks fly—even Belle’s gorgeous boyfriend Jack can’t make her feel
better. And Cat is suddenly fitting in dating around her already busy schedule when her
friends concoct a Get-Cat-a-Boyfriend plan. Will she find the boy of her dreams, or fall flat
on her face?
Isabella Cass is the author of the Superstar High series.
496 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 9–12 • Fiction
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The Secrets of Sophia Musgrove: Dancing and Deception

Janey-Louise Jones
Jane Austen meets the Princess Diaries in this new series featuring real-life historical figures
alongside a fabulous cast of Regency characters

“A wonderfully light and frothy confection that the girliest of tween and early teen
girls are going to love. It’s the pinkest thing ever.” —Bookbag
Sophia Musgrove’s life is a glittering whirl of parties, dinners, and dances in 1800s Regency
London. But Sophia is restless—surely there must be more to life. When a gorgeous mystery
man gets Sophia involved in fighting the slave trade, her life is soon full of romance and ad-
venture—but it’s a dangerous world, where not everyone is as they seem. Will Sophia’s secrets
be her downfall? And can she find room for romance when she’s trying to change the world?
Janey-Louise Jones is the author of the Princess Poppy series.
250 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 9–12 • Fiction
9780552558228 • June • $8.99 Paper • Corgi

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The Vampire Blog
Pete Johnson
Marcus doesn’t want to turn into a half-vampire—but he is even more horrified at receiving
his first blood craving at school in this hilarious tale of a not-so-normal teen

“Johnson’s tween characters are always wry, ironic, and dry, cracking jokes that their
parents often miss but their readers notice with glee. . . . there are some creepy scenes
in the woods and some gruesome scenes with a goodly dollop of fangly terror. Perfect.”
—Bookbag
“Pete Johnson is a hilarious writer.” —Mail on Sunday
Marcus was convinced that vampires don’t exist—he was very wrong. On the night of his
13th birthday, he is faced with a bombshell when his parents tell him that he is actually
half-vampire and is about to go through his vampire changeover period. As Marcus secretly
blogs about the horrors of his new fangs, bad breath, and cravings for blood, he is unaware
that his life is in serious danger.
Pete Johnson is a former teacher and the author of several books, including Help! I’m a Class-
room Gambler.
240 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 9–12 • Fiction
9780440869351 • August • $8.99 Paper • Yearling

The Secrets of the Lonely Isles

Joanne Van Os
An intriguing adventure story set on the wide-open sea follows three hapless young children
and their seafaring aunt
Jem’s world has been turned upside down—and it’s about to get a lot worse. His great-aunt
Ella, who’s also a solo, round-the-world sailor, is moving in and decides to take Jem, his
sister Maddy, and his brother Tyler, with her on an adventure across the great blue sea. Plagued
by seasickness and left wondering what mystery Ella seems to be chasing across the water,
Jem begins having strange and troubling dreams. Could they be linked to the stranger stalking
them as they continue on their quest?
Joanne Van Os is an illustator, a photographer, and the author of Brumby Plains and Outback
Heart.
192 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 9–12 • Fiction
9781741662528 • August • $10.99 (Can $11.99) Paper • Random House Australia

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The Young Chieftain
Ken Howard
Has life ever ganged up on you, hit you from behind, and forced you to become a totally
new person?

“The right mix of adventure, magic, secrets, and suspense and interaction between
adult and young adult lives. I love the mix of the contemporary and the heritage.”
—Black Book News
The day his dad is killed, this is exactly what happens to Jamie. Suddenly, he and his mother
must travel from the comfort of their Los Angeles home to a remote Scottish island to have
him buried. Here, Jamie finds himself at the heart of ancient feuds where even his own life
is now at risk. There's a mysterious, magical stone; a secret place only true chieftains can
find; and a huge struggle for power. In the midst of all this chaos—will Jamie meet his true
fate or find his destiny?
Ken Howard is a television director who has won many of the most prestigious broadcasting
awards, including an Emmy and a BAFTA, and a celebrated composer who was the first British
writer to pen hits for Elvis Presley. He lives part-time outside Los Angeles.
298 pp • 5 x 8 • 35 B/W Illustrations • Ages 9–12 • Fiction
9781848530331 • April • $8.99 Paper • Tamarind

The Boy Who Biked the World

Alastair Humphreys
Illustrations by Tom Morgan-Jones
A delightful children’s adaptation of Alastair Humphrey’s journey around the world
by bicycle
In this charming caricature of Alastair Humphrey’s infamous circumnavigation of the world
on his bike, children are swept along with him on his exciting and difficult four year, 46,000
mile journey from his home in England, through Europe, Africa, South America, Russia,
Japan, China, and more. Along the way young readers are introduced not only to the various
fascinating landscapes he passes through, but also to the various people who so happily
embraced him as he traveled on his journey.
Alastair Humphreys spent four years cycling round the world, a journey of 46,000 miles
across five continents. He also competed in the Marathon des Sables, the “toughest race on
earth,” running 150 miles through the Sahara desert. He is the author of Moods of Future
Joys, Ten Lessons from the Road, and Thunder & Sunshine.
192 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 9–12 • Nonfiction
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THE LAWS OF MAGIC SERIES
Michael Pryor

“Michael Pryor is the king of steampunk for teens.” —Visual Bookshelf

“Undoubtedly one of the best books I’ve read this year. Hooked deftly from the first clever line, I was transfixed to the
very end by a writer utterly in control of his craft. . . . Long live Aubrey Fitzwilliam!”
—Kate Forsyth, author, the Rhiannon’s Ride series
Aubrey Fitzwilliam is the son of a prominent ex-politician. He’s also brilliant at magic, but he’s stuck at military school.
At least he has his best friend, George, there to back him up. George would follow Aubrey anywhere—and with Aubrey’s
talent for thinking up impulsive and daring schemes that will get them both in trouble, that’s no easy thing to do.
Michael Pryor is the author of the Chronicles of Krangor series and the Laws of Magic series. He has been short-listed
six times for the Aurealis Award, including for his titles Blaze of Glory and Heart of Gold.
Each: 432 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 12 & Up • Fiction• $9.99 (Can $10.99) Paper • Random House Australia

Time of Trial
After narrowly escaping the worst fate imaginable, Aubrey realizes
there’s only one thing left to do—he must confront his nemesis, on his
own evil ground
It may look like a simple wire device, but the Beccaria Cage could be the
cure for Aubrey’s condition: a way to reunite his body and soul. But can Aubrey
solve its mysteries while Dr. Tremaine’s warmongering machinations gather
pace? After magical confrontations, near-death experiences, and the appear-
ance of new allies and new enemies, Aubrey decides that there is only one
thing to do: carry the fight to the enemy. Thanks to a fortuitously timed sym-
posium, Aubrey, George, and Caroline accompany Lady Rose and Prince Albert
to Holmland—into the heart of hostile territory—only to find the city of Fisher-
berg infested with ghosts, brigands, and shadowy figures with agendas of
their own. While trying to prevent a war, could Aubrey Fitzwilliam inadver-
tently trigger one?
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Michael Pryor

432 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 12 & Up • Fiction• $9.99 (Can $10.99) Paper • Random House Australia

Moment of Truth
Aubrey has a difficult choice to make to save his friends when Albion erupts
into war—and it could cost him his life
The war that has been looming for so long finally erupts, sending Albion
and the continent into chaos. Aubrey, George, and Caroline are brought into
a top-secret espionage unit and sent on a mission to investigate a mysterious
magical facility on the Gallia–Holmland border. There, they uncover a factory
that is about to unleash an unstoppable horror that could win the war within
weeks. The only way to save hundreds of thousands of lives could cost Aubrey
his friends, his family, his reputation—and even his life.
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JANNA MYSTERIES
Felicity Pulman
A medieval crime series for teenagers, the Janna Mysteries chart Janna's search for her unknown father. With England
in the grip of civil war between King Stephen and Empress Matilda, the nobles are forced into choosing sides while
secrets abound, loyalties change, passions run high, and Janna encounters the darkest side of human nature: the greed,
deceit, and fear that lead to betrayal and murder. She will need all her insight to escape danger and solve the crimes she
encounters along her journey to discover her father's true identity.
Felicity Pulman is the author of Turning the Page.
Each: Ages 12 & Up • Fiction• $12.99 (Can $13.99) Paper • Random House Australia

Rosemary for Remembrance

The first in an exciting new crime series for those who love history, mystery, intrigue,
and a dash of romance
“If you're a fan of medieval mysteries, you'll enjoy this debut and wait impatiently
for the next novel to discover Janna's true identity and her further adventures.”
— Sue Gammon, ABC Wide Bay Book Reviews
When Janna is saved from a wild boar by the villain Godric, she’s not sure whether to kiss
him or slap him, as the last thing she needs is a beau. Janna wants the freedom to follow
her dreams, and a marriage proposal isn’t in her plans. But Janna’s life is shattered when
her mother Eadgyth dies suddenly, and Janna suspects poison. With so many suspects, Janna
will need all her courage and skill to bring the murderer to justice. Who can she trust when
Godric and even Hugh, the dashing nobleman, have secrets that threaten her safety?
288 pp • 5 x 8 • 9781741664560 • May

Rue for Repentance

The second medieval mystery in the deliciously readable Janna Mysteries
"This novel introduces some new characters while maintaining momentum and at-
mosphere, especially in the descriptions of medieval village life: the hard work, the
pungent smells, fear of disease and joyous festivals . . . The ending is thrilling, simul-
taneously solving the mystery and starting Janna on a new path, this time to refuge
with the nuns at Wiltune Abbey.” —Fiction Focus
After her mother dies and her home is burned to the ground, Janna is forced to flee for
her life. She is given shelter at a manor farm, but all is not as it seems. A child goes missing
and Janna puts her life on the line to find him, but who can she turn to for help—Edwin,
the outlaw who stole from her in the forest; the villain Godric, who has turned against
her; or Hugh, the handsome nobleman, who stands to gain everything if the child dies?
Janna needs all her courage, wit, and common sense to solve the mystery of the child’s
disappearance, but time is running out.
304 pp • 6 x 9.5 • 9781741661132 • June

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JANNA MYSTERIES
Felicity Pulman
“Beautiful descriptions are intertwined skillfully with personal emotions and the politics of everyday life, and the
characters are varied and believable, leaving the reader wanting more.” —Reading Time
Each: Ages 12 & Up • Fiction• $12.99 (Can $13.99) Paper • Random House Australia

Lilies for Love

Love, revenge, secrets, and murder in medieval England
On the run from Lord Robert, the man who will stop at nothing to hide his secret, Janna
takes refuge at Wiltune Abbey. While there, she desperately seeks to learn to read so she
can uncover the truth about her unknown father—but first there are mysteries to be solved.
Who is the newcomer asking questions about Janna? Who stabbed Lord Hugh at St. Edith’s
fair? Was the knife meant for Janna, or will Hugh’s friendship with the beautiful Emma
have disastrous consequences for them all? All too soon it is time for the lilies to bloom,
and for Janna to make her next move on the frightening path toward the truth.
368 pp • 5 x 8 • 9781741662900 • July

Willows for Weeping

Murder at Stonehenge, and a letter that could change the fate of a medieval kingdom
at war
Janna has joined a band of pilgrims en route to Oxeneford. Along the journey she finds a
dead man carrying a letter bearing the seal of Henry, Bishop of Winchester, now a supporter
of the Empress Matilda. She gives it to Bernard—the leader of the pilgrims—who swears
Janna to secrecy and undertakes to deliver the letter to the empress in Oxeneford, where
she is making preparations to claim the crown. Meanwhile, Janna sets off to Ambresberie—
an abbey where her mother previously worked—in hopes that it will hold the secrets about
her father she still seeks. Now, with the empress routed by the queen and her mercenary
army and evidence of Bishop Henry's treachery in Janna's own hand, what does the future
hold for the empress and her supporters?
320 pp • 5 x 8 • 9781741662504 • August

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VOYAGES OF THE FLYING DRAGON

Quillblade
Book One
Ben Chandler
Philip Pullman meets Nicholas Flamel in this thrilling ride aboard a stolen airship on a
quest to save the world
Twin brother and sister, Lenis and Missy, are slaves aboard the powerful airship Hiryu—
but when the airship is stolen on its maiden voyage, they find themselves working for a captain
whose noble quest seems to make no sense. Relentlessly pursued by the emperor’s own airships,
they fly over the perilous Wasteland, where corrupted demons lie in wait. When Lenis dreams
of Apsilla, the blue dragon of the east, the captain decides to help the twins find Apsilla’s
daughter. The survival of the last totem may be their only hope—but will they find Apsilla’s
egg in time, or will their enemies find them first?
Ben Chandler has a doctorate in fantasy and teaches English literature and creative writing.
416 pp • 5.5 x 8.5 • Ages 12 & Up • Fiction
9781864719789 • May • $12.99 (Can $14.99) Paper • Random House Australia

THE CURSE OF THE BOND RIDERS

Tallow
Karen Brooks
The first book in a captivating new science fiction series tells a story of intrigue, deadly
magic, and a love so deep it transcends life itself

“The first in a trilogy, there are echoes of Lord of the Rings, but this is so much eas-
ier to read. Tallow is a layered character, as is the book. Throughout this first vol-
ume, there are many surprises, twists, and turns to keep the reader hooked.”
—Australian Booksellers and Publishers
“Karen Brooks’ novel is one that will leave you wanting more but at the same time
have you questioning the depths human beings are willing to go to in order to
achieve the hidden desire. . . . If you have never read a fantasy novel, Tallow is where
you should start.” —Fantasy Book Review
The next installment of the Curse of the Bond Riders trilogy will be Votive
(9781864719437), due out October 2011
On the edge of a mystical border called the Limen, close to a beautiful canal-laced city, a
humble candlemaker rescues a child whom he raises as his apprentice. Years pass and the
child's unusual talents are revealed, the gentle art of candlemaking slowly transforming
into something far more sinister. Lingering in the shadows, enemies watch and wait—a
vengeful aristocrat, an exotic queen, and the lethal creatures known only as the Morte Whis-
perers. They hunger after the child's ancient magic and will do anything to control it—
betray, lie, manipulate—even murder. In a world of darkness, there is one who will bring
light, but can the child survive long enough to fulfil that destiny?
Karen Brooks is an associate professor of media studies, a columnist for the Courier-Mail,
and a regular expert commentator in the media. She also writes a feature for Child magazine,
and is the author of Consuming Innocence.
416 pp • 5.5 x 8.5 • Ages 12 & Up • Fiction
CANCELLED • May • $16.99 (Can $18.99) Paper • Woolshed Press

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The Red Dress
Gaby Halberstam
Set in 1944 in the sweltering South African wilderness, this is a powerful coming-of-age
story about family and first love

“Halberstam’s writing is both sensitive and exciting.” —Telegraph on Blue Sky Freedom
It was like looking into the crimson depths of a giant poppy. Rifke pulled off her old clothes
and slipped the dress over her head, feeling its petal-soft fabric caress her skin. She darted
a glance at Ma. Her mouth was set in a straight line. Still she said nothing.
The argument over the red dress is the final straw for 14-year-old Rifke. Fed up with stuffy
Johannesburg and her crabby, difficult mother, she snaps and recklessly boards a train out
of town—but her fantasy escape doesn’t go exactly to plan, and Rifke ends up in the middle
of nowhere. With no train home for 30 days, she is forced to stay with the mysterious and
unwelcoming van Niel family on their run-down farm, and suddenly her old life doesn’t
seem so bad.
Gaby Halberstam was born in a small mining town in South Africa, but now lives in London.
She is the author of Blue Sky Freedom.
276 pp • 5 x 7.5 • Ages 9–12 • Fiction
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About a Girl
Joanne Horniman
A spellbinding, dreamy love story between two young women that unfolds like a series
of paintings

“Horniman’s writing is elegant, with a flowing language that embodies the mood of a
lazy summer day.” —School Library Journal on Secret Scribbled Notebooks
“Horniman shines a light of realism on the two sides of the many struggles teen par-
ents face.” —Kirkus Reviews on Little Wing
I remember when we lay together for the first time and I closed my eyes and felt the crackle
of her dark hair between my fingers. She was all warmth and sparking light. When I was
with her, my skin sighed that the center of the world was precisely here.
Anna is afraid she must be unlovable—until she meets Flynn. Together, the girls swim, eat
banana cake, laugh, and love. Some days Flynn is unreachable; other days she’s at Anna’s
door—but when Anna discovers Flynn’s secret, she wonders if she knows her at all. This beau-
tifully crafted novel explores the tension between the tender moments that pull people together
and the secrets that push them apart.
Joanne Horniman is the author of Mahalia, My Candlelight Novel, Little Wing, and Secret
Scribbled Notebooks.
194 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 14 & Up • Fiction
9781742371443 • May • $9.99 (Can $10.99) Paper • Allen & Unwin

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My Rocky Romance Diary
By Kelly Ann
Liz Rettig
Continuing on from My Dating Disasters Diary, the adventures of the one and only mishap-
magnet that is Kelly Ann

“Rettig combines quirky humor . . . witty observations, and endearing self-deprecation to

create a Bridget Jones for the teenage crowd . . . The story line and characters are famil-
iar, and readers will easily relate to the daily struggles and embarrassments of teen life.”
—School Library Journal on My Desperate Love Diary
Kelly Ann is completely in love with her gorgeous soulmate, Chris, so there’s no way she’s going
to let her attraction for the dark and dangerous new boy at school go any further. Okay, so he
rides a cool Harley, plays in a cool band, and has dedicated a song to her. But she’s not going
to let that rock her relationship with Chris, is she? Besides, Kelly Ann has other things to worry
about. Like being dragged through the mud by a rogue Great Dane, locked out of the house
by an eight-year-old she’s supposed to be babysitting, and that YouTube video that shows her
grappling with a half-naked guy in Pizza Express—200,000 hits and counting in just 12 hours.
Liz Rettig is the author of My Dating Disasters Diary and My Desperate Love Diary.
304 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 12 & Up • Fiction
9780552562089 • April • $8.99 Paper • Corgi

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Identity
Sandra Glover
Three teens discover that they are part of a human clone experiment in this gripping mystery

“Part detective story, part gripping psychological drama, this is a fast-paced read with a
convincing cast of characters.” —Guardian on Don’t Tell
Cate, Jessica, and Louise are three very different girls who don’t know each other and live hun-
dreds of miles apart—yet their lives are linked in ways they can barely imagine. Could Louise’s
strange annual appointments with Dr. Jay have something to do with it? Is what Jessica once
saw at the science museum the key? Or perhaps Cate’s own unusual family is the critical clue?
As the secrets start to emerge and the puzzle unravels, the girls each have to face the devastating
truth in their own unique ways. Set in the near future, this intriguing book explores the all-
too-human results of a scientific experiment that confronts the deepest and darkest taboos.
Sandra Glover is the author of Dangerously Close, Don’t Tell, Message from Mia, and Somewhere Else.
234 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 12 & Up • Fiction
9781842709931 • June • $8.99 Paper • Andersen Press

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Dangerously Close Don’t Tell It Didn’t Happen Somewhere Else

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Slice
Juicy Moments from My Impossible Life
Steven Herrick
A funny, refreshing look at the most awkward time in any young boy’s life—from school,
girls, and parties to parents, friends, and the dreaded “sex talk”

"Darcy’s first-person narrative is sharp, reflective and witty delivering a simple tale
that is fast paced but laced with poignant moments . . . The serious teenage issues of
bullying, friendship, teen and family relationships are tackled but without the angst . . .
students of both genders will enjoy this uplifting coming-of-age novel. A must for the
collection." —Magpies
“Rich, layered verse reminiscent of works such as Sonya Sones’ Stop Pretending.”
—Booklist starred review on Love, Ghosts & Facial Hair and A Place Like This
Darcy Walker is a normal 16-year-old boy—but he can handle that. He can even cope with
parents, deal with parties, and soldier through the occasional fight. He’s certainly got his in-
fatuation with the beautiful Audrey under control, is clearly the best at spending quality chess-
time with his nerdy best friend, Noah, and doesn’t blink an eye at the misadventures that
can occur when kayaking on a school excursion. He’s a teenage boy—he can handle anything.
That is, if only he’d learn to keep his mouth closed first.
Steven Herrick is one of Australia’s most popular poets. He has been been short-listed for the
Children’s Book Council of Australia Book of the Year award on six occasions and he has
twice won prizes in the New South Wales Premier’s Literary Awards. His books for teens include
A Place Like This; Do-Wrong Ron; Kissing Annabel; and Love, Ghosts, & Facial Hair.
240 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 12 & Up • Fiction
9781864719642 • June • $9.99 (Can $10.99) Paper • Woolshed Press

To Die For
Mark Svendsen
Set on the Great Barrier Reef, The Old Man and the Sea meets Jaws in this heart-pumping
story when a boy’s solo fishing trip goes suddenly and terrifyingly wrong
For his birthday present, Christos is thrilled to be allowed to take his father’s mackerel boat
out to fish alone and then to camp overnight on a local island. However, the trip goes horribly
wrong when he manages to run the fishing boat aground on the Great Barrier Reef—and
attract a 12-foot tiger shark as company in the process. As the young boy sets in for the
most harrowing night of his life, he must battle both nature and the elements in attempt
to free himself from the reef—and to make sure he’ll be alive to see the morning.
Mark Svendsen is a poet and the author of Captain Me, Circus Carnivore, Poison Under
Their Lips, as well as many other books for children and young adults.
192 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 12 & Up • Fiction
9781864719314 • August • $9.99 (Can $10.99) Paper • Woolshed Press

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Fifteen Minute Bob: Music Changes Everything
Catherine Forde
An authentic and moving music-filled story for the social networking generation
provides profound insight into issues of family separation and loss

“A gripping story about self-discovery . . . the messy ending is satisfyingly realistic.”

—Booklist on Fat Boy Swim
Me and Dad?
Well, we’re on opposite sides of a gaping fault-line . . .
No actually we’re on different planets.
Rory’s dad is a struggling singer-songwriter who is obsessed by one particular music legend.
Despite years of failure, his music is all that matters, nothing else: not job, not money, not
even family. So Rory’s home life is unpredictable enough. But when his two best friends
hook up with his dad to release a music viral, everything flips.
Catherine Forde is the author of numerous books, including Fat Boy Swim, which won the
Grampian Children’s Book Award and was short-listed for the Blue Peter Award; Firestarter;
and Skarrs, which was long-listed for the Carnegie Medal.
256 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 12 & Up • Fiction
9781405229302 • June • $9.99 Paper • Egmont UK

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The Devil You Know

Leonie Norrington
Damien is horrified when his father, a violent man known to his motorcycling peers as
88, moves back to live with him and his mom
88 is angry. Damien can feel it prickling the air between them. Every muscle in his body is
taut, ready to run, planning his escape over the fire between those chairs and straight down
to the creek. But he can’t run. Not yet. Nothing has happened, yet. He’d just make a fool of
himself. Out of the corner of his eye he watches as 88 slowly packs tobacco in a cigarette
paper, rolls it into a cylinder, gets up and moves to sit right next to Damien, so close Damien
has to clench his teeth and hang onto the chair to stop himself from bolting.
Damien can’t bear the thought of 88 coming back to live with him and mom; memories of
past violence are too strong. But there’s glamour in having a father who rides a Harley David-
son, and it leads Damien to run with the in-crowd at school and abandon his real friends.
Set in a small-town community in northern Australia, this gripping contemporary tale takes
you inside the mind and under the skin of a troubled boy with a vivid imagination who must
wrestle with his own violent impulses and minor betrayals.
Leonie Norrington is the author of The Barrumbi Kids, Croc Bait, The Spirit of Barrumbi,
and The Last Muster.
230 pp • 5 x 8 • 50 B/W Illustrations • Ages 14 & Up • Fiction
9781741758665 • May • $9.99 (Can $10.99) Paper • Allen & Unwin

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BLACK OPS SERIES
Jim Eldridge
A new series of high-octane, adrenalin-fueled combat adventure comes from an author with firsthand experience
and a keen military eye. The books are perfect for boys looking for a gripping read full of fascinating details.
Jim Eldridge is the author of Spies and Special Forces! and Warrior! True Stories of Combat, Skill and Courage.
Each: 5 x 8 • 6 B/W Photos • Ages 12 & Up • Fiction • $8.99 Paper • Egmont UK

Jungle Kill
The first book in a new high-octane, adrenalin-fueled combat adventure series
following the dangerous missions of a six-man special forces team
Thrown out of the Special Air Service (SAS), Mitch thought his days as a special forces
soldier were truly over. But when he is approached by an undercover unit embarking on
a dangerous mission, he must make a choice. The mission is to rescue a West African freedom
fighter, kidnapped by a gang of ruthless bandits who will stop at nothing to get what they
want. The squad is the elite Black-Ops soldiers—Gaz, Two Moons, Tug, Benny, and Nel-
son—with the codename Delta Unit. Is Mitch the right man for the job? Can he secure
the trust of the five men, and step back into the danger zone?
192 pp • 9781405247801 • May

Death in the Desert

The second thrilling adventure in a gritty, realistic series dealing with warfare, combat,
heroism, and male bonding
Another day, another mission. Now a full-fledged member of the covert military squad
Delta Unit, Mitch is thrust straight back into the battle zone—and there’s more at stake
then ever before. The mission is to smuggle an undercover peace negotiator through war-
torn Afghanistan to the secret hideout of a powerful Taliban leader. The six men set out
on the mission, but how many will come back?
206 pp • 9781405251945 • July

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Surf for Your Life: Grommets’ Edition
Mick Fanning and Tim Baker
Candid, self-deprecating, and absolutely unique, professional surfer
Mick Fanning reveals his life story while imparting plenty of
practical surfing advice to help young surfers—or “grommets”—
achieve their dreams

“Tim Baker may well be the most brilliant and incisive surf writer
working today, or on any given day for the last 20 years.”
—www.worldprosurfers.com
"You'll gain a newfound respect for Mick, who deserves it."
—Transworld Surf
The Grommets’ Edition of Mick Fanning’s bestselling biography Surf
for Your Life is the ultimate grom’s glimpse into the life of a two-time
world champion surfer and an unrivaled guide to living and breathing
the surf life. In his own words, Mick tells his story of overcoming the
odds to become one of the best surfers in the world and drops pearls
of wisdom gained from his life on and off the tour. Throughout the book,
there are also travel and surfing tips for young children and budding
surfers—from cut backs to bottom turns, deep carves to scoring tubes,
surf safety to board shapes, and the difference between a three-fin thruster
and a seven-foot gun. If it’s important to groms, it’s in this book. Also
included is a section on three-time women’s world champ, Stephanie
Gilmore.
Tim Baker has contributed to GQ, Playboy, and Rolling Stone, is the
author of Go Surf, and is the coauthor of Bustin’ Down the Door, Occy,
Also available: and Surf for Your Life.
128 pp • 8.5 x 11 • 206 Color Photos • 4 B/W Photos
Ages 12 & Up • Nonfiction
9781864718232 • April • $14.99 (Can $16.99) Paper
Random House Australia

Surf for Your Life

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Zac Efron A–Z
Alex Kincaid
An entire alphabet of dreaminess? That’s spec-Zacular!
In this compendium of the fundamentals of Efron, A is, naturally, for acting. Fans can read
about how Zac went from starring in High School Musical to becoming one of Hollywood’s
hottest actors. B is for best friends—get the lowdown on Zac’s close friends and who he
likes to hang out with. C is for Charlie St. Cloud, his latest film project, a fantasy-romance
based on the bestselling novel. All this and more is packed into these pages, including how
Zac and Vanessa hit it off on the set of High School Musical, all the behind-the-scenes se-
crets, and what Zac really thinks of Ashley Tisdale and Corbin Bleu.
Alex Kincaid is a freelance film and entertainment journalist.
252 pp • 5 x 8 • 78 Color Photos • 19 B/W Photos
Ages 12 & Up • Biography/Performing Arts
9781843583035 • April • $12.95 (Can $13.95) Paper • John Blake

Miley Cyrus A–Z

Sarah Oliver
A collection of fun facts about the teen idol behind Hannah Montana
A is for acting—Miley first shot to fame playing Hannah Montana, the schoolgirl with a
secret double life as a pop star. B is for Bolt—Miley provided the voice of Penny in the
2008 hit animated movie. C is for Can’t Be Tamed—Miley’s eagerly awaited third studio
album. These fun facts and plenty more are included in this collection of all the info fans
need to know about the girl who’s taken the world by storm.
Sarah Oliver is the author of Robert Pattinson A–Z and Taylor Lautner A–Z.
288 pp • 5 x 8 • 25 Color Photos • 60 B/W Photos • Ages 12 & Up • Biography
9781843582991 • June • $12.99 (Can $13.99) Paper • John Blake

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Vampire Files: Heartthrobs
and Bloodsuckers
Amy Rickman
A fold-out poster of Ian Somerhalder, Robert Pattinson,
and Stephen Moyer completes this heart-pumping guide
to the hottest vampires on the planet—and the hot actors
who play them
For fans of boys with bite, this compendium is just the thing.
Readers who are head over heels for Edward Cullen from Twi-
light, hungry for Bill Compton from True Blood, or torn be-
tween Stefan and Damon Salvatore from The Vampire Diaries
will find this collection to be a scream, packed with the in-
side info to satisfy every vampire desire. This is the chance to
get up close and personal with Robert Pattinson, Kellan Lutz,
Stephen Moyer, and more, and learn about their lives and loves,
how they rose to fame as vampires, and their theories on why
the dark side is so irresistible.
Amy Rickman is the author of Gleeful! A Totally Unofficial
Guide to the Hit TV Series Glee.
62 pp • 7 x 9.5 • 81 Color Photos • 2 B/W Photos
Ages 12 & Up • Nonfiction
9781843582649 • April • $10.99 (Can $11.99) Cloth
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MISSION: EXPLORE BOOKS
The Geography Collective

“Designed to be read, scribbled on, illustrated, smeared, scratched and sniffed, it may just be the most
revolutionary geography-related book ever published.” —Geographical Magazine on Mission: Explore
The Mission Explore books challenge girls and boys in daring new ways. Encouraging children to draw, rub,
smear, write, scrape, and print their findings and achievements as they complete each mission, the books
promote interaction with and exploration of the world around them.
The Geography Collective is a group of eight young, passionate geographers with an infinite number of missions,
illustrated by Inky Mess, aka Tom Morgan-Jones. Tom is an award-winning illustrator whose work is widely and
internationally published, from children’s books and magazines to satirical board games.
Each: 128 pp • 4.25 x 6.25 • 128 Color Illustrations • Ages 9–12 • Activity
June • $7.99 (Can $8.99) Paper • Can of Worms Kids Press

Mission: Explore on the Road

It’s time to explore! Here are 50 missions that challenge kids to rediscover their world
whether traveling by car, bike, train, foot, camel, or tuk tuk
With this book any child can become a guerrilla explorer and extreme missioner with mis-
sions that inspire creativity and test their mental agility. Forget the internet: post paper
blog entries on your street! Draw a local fantasy map! Let a dog take you for a walk!
There are endless opportunities to get to know the local area better, and have tons of fun
while doing it.
9781904872382

Mission: Explore Camping

50 more missions sure to make the next camping trip extraordinary
With this engaging activity book, children will become experts on the outdoors with fun,
clever missions that will have them holding insect Olympics, making documentaries, and
accessorizing with leaves. Each illustrated mission will get them interacting with nature
in daring new ways. From cloud spotting to creating animal shelters, there are endless
activities to help children connect with nature.
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DOODLE ON!

With concealed spirals, these sturdy, lay-flat doodle books are perfect for endless creative drawing, writing,
and coloring. No drawing skills are required, just plenty of imagination and something to draw with. Lots of
doodling fun is packed into each book, designed to keep bored children busy for hours!

Each: 160 pp • 8 x 10 • 160 B/W Illustrations • 160 Line Drawings • Ages 5–9 • Activity
April • $15.99 Cloth • Campbell Books

Animal Doodles
Emily McCann
Perfect for kids who are wild about animals, this book asks young artists to draw the
winner of the Prettiest Pooch Competition, fill the jungle treetops with tropical birds,
create a monster of the deep, draw crazy patterns on the zebras, and more. From fill-
ing in hiding spots for lion cubs to play hide-and-seek to sketching the dreams of all
sorts sleeping creatures, there’s plenty of fun to be had.
Emily McCann is a freelance illustrator who has designed greeting cards and gift wrap,
and is the illustrator of Tales of Zebedy-Do-Dah.
9780230744851

Rainy Day Doodles

Anja Boretzki
Aliens in their spaceship, butterfly patterns, cake decorating—when it's wet
outside and kids are stuck indoors, this book will provide hours of doodle-tastic
entertainment
Kids can design their own racetracks and roller coasters, draw crazy hats and hair-
styles, replicate the posters on their walls, and doodle the day away. Instead of watch-
ing TV, kids can doodle what’s on TV; they’ll also doodle the dinosaur no one has
discovered yet, their ideal bedroom decorations, the tiniest house possible, and the
covers of their favorite books.
Anja Boretzki is the illustrator of Animal Pants.
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DOODLE ON!
Each: 8 x 10 • Activity/Seasonal • Ages 5–9 • August • Campbell Books

Christmas Doodles
Smriti Prasadam-Halls
Illustrations by Anja Boretzki
The perfect stocking stuffer, this festive book of 60 doodles will have kids busy
all holiday, filling Santa’s sleigh, designing decorations, and decorating a house
with icicles
With so many doodles to create and complete, children will be kept busy for hours
this Christmas. Packed with lots of jolly Christmas doodles, from decorating the tree
to creating Christmas cookies and dressing Santa, there’s so much fun to be had.
Smriti Prasadam-Halls is the author of Hello, Animals! and Hello, Bugs! Anja Boret-
zki is the illustrator of Animal Pants.
80 pp • 8 x 10 • 80 B/W Illustrations • 80 Line Drawings
9780230748934 • $7.99 Paper

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Immortal Doodles
It’s Time to Doodle Your Deepest Desires
Robert McPhillips
Create and complete your own world of vampires and werewolves or design a fantasy
of forbidden love that will last forever in this devilishly daring doodle book
Full of romantic and dangerous doodles to sink your teeth into, this is the perfect set of
artistic renderings aimed to help readers imagine their own picture-perfect Twilight fan-
tasies. No age limits and no drawing skills are required. From doodling a vampire dream
date or designing a coat of arms for your vampire family, to creating your own T-shirt
designs for team vampire and team werewolf or completing a werewolf’s transformation,
this book is chock-full of desirable doodles guaranteed to keep all fans of Twilight, True
Blood, or The Vampire Diaries awake long into the night.
Robert McPhillips has been a professional illustrator for nearly two decades and has worked
with Disney, Hallmark, Warner Brothers, and more on a wide variety of illustration and
writing assignments.
64 pp • 7.5 x 9.5 • 47 B/W Illustrations • Ages 12 & Up • Activity
9781907151255 • April • $7.99 Paper • Buster Books

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FESTIVALS AND FAITHS
Join in the festivities with the Festivals and Faiths series, which takes readers through major celebrations across the
world. The books include clear text and large, color photographs, ideas for making festive decorations and food, and
comprehensively guide readers through the cultural and religious importance of these festivals to their communities.
Each: 32 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • 20 Color Photos • 20 Color Illustrations • Ages 5–9 • Nonfiction/Religious
August • $10.99 (Can $11.99) Paper • Evans Brothers

Christmas
Catherine Chambers
Look beyond the Christmas trees, carols, and cards with this gorgeous historical
examination of Christmas both past and present
Christmas trees and lights, carols, kings, and gifts. This is Christmas—or is it? Explaining
the meaning of Christmas both now and in the past, this book explores the more unique
aspects of the festival that have evolved over time—such as the mystery of mistletoe
and the ancient feasts of dark December. Sections include “The Christmas Story,” “Cal-
endars and Crowns,” “Santa Claus Is Coming!,” “Christmas Dinner,” and more.
Catherine Chambers is the author of several titles in the Celebration and Rituals series,
Festival and Faiths series, and World of Festivals series, as well as All About Maps, Ape
Adventures, Daniel Boone & Wilderness Road, and School Days Around the World.
9780237541194

Easter
Catherine Chambers
Learn about the secrets of Easter in this religious guide book
Chocolate eggs, a solemn cross, and spring flowers are all things that remind us of Easter.
But what do these symbols mean? How are they related? This book shares the secrets of
Easter and includes chapters such as “Born Again,” “Good Friday,” “Spring Is Here at
Last,” and “Easter Feasts.”
Catherine Chambers is the author of several titles in the Celebration and Rituals series, Fes-
tival and Faiths series, and World of Festivals series, as well as All About Maps, Ape Ad-
ventures, Daniel Boone & Wilderness Road, and School Days Around the World.
9780237541217

Chinese New Year

Catherine Chambers
Lucky red parcels, fire and light, drums and dancers, and favorite foods—the Chi-
nese New Year has begun!
How and when did the Chinese New Year begin? Why is it so important? How can
you join in too? Guiding children through the history of the Chinese New Year, this
interactive book teaches how readers can take part in the event in their own lives, in-
cludes color photographs that show how the festival is marked, and relates its cultural
and religious importance to the communities involved.
Catherine Chambers is the author of several titles in the Celebration and Rituals series,
Festival and Faiths series, and World of Festivals series, as well as All About Maps, Ape
Adventures, Daniel Boone & Wilderness Road, and School Days Around the World.
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FESTIVALS AND FAITHS
Each: 32 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • 20 Color Photos • 20 Color Illustrations • Ages 5–9 • Nonfiction/Religious
$10.99 (Can $11.99) Paper • Evans Brothers

Divali
Dilip Kadodwala
A beautiful and exciting guide to the Hindu festival of Divali
The lighting of lamps, feasting with families, firework displays, and fairs are all part of
Divali. This Hindu festival celebrates the triumph of good over evil and brings new hope
for happiness and prosperity. Showing how the festival is marked and its cultural and re-
ligious importance to the communities involved, this book explores and celebrates all things
Divali with comprehensive text and gorgeous, full-color photographs.
Dilip Kadodwala is the author of Hindu Festivals, Hinduism, Holi, and My Hindu Life.
9780237541200 • August

Passover
David Rose and Gill Rose
Offering insight into the history of the very special festival of Passover, from fun menu
ideas to do-it-yourself festive decorations
Passover is the one of the oldest annual Jewish festivals. It is a story of slavery and free-
dom, and of families sharing a time of sorrow, joy, and hope. In this guide, find out
what events of more than 3,000 years ago gave rise to this festival and learn more about
the rituals Jews follow at the seder meal. Chapters include “Kosher Cooking,” “The
Story of the Ten Plagues,” “Psalms and Songs,” “Let’s Celebrate!,” and more.
David Rose and Gill Rose are also the authors of Passover from the series A World
of Festivals.
9780237541224 • August

Ramadan and Id-Ul-Fitr

Rosalind Kerven
The new moon rises and marks the end of Ramadan: it is time to celebrate Id-ul-Fitr!
After the month of fasting known as Ramadan, everyone in the Islamic community looks
forward to exchanging cards and gifts, then sitting down to enjoy a big family meal. This
interesting read teaches about the history and practice of this exciting holiday, as well
as how Muslims say thank you to God with this happy festival. A section on how to make
special Id cards and traditional delicacies—such as Id pudding—is also included.
Rosalind Kerven is the author of more than 50 children’s books, including Aladdin, Eng-
lish Fairy Tales and Legends, In the Court of the Jade Emperor, King Arthur, The Rain
Forest Storybook, and The Secret World of Magic.
9780237541231 • June

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Collins Junior World Atlas
Second edition
Edited by Stephen Scoffham
An ideal reference atlas for grade school geographers
Specifically designed as a reference for 9- to 11-year-olds, this atlas
has topographic mapping, which helps the young geographer un-
derstand the processes that take place during the formation of the
earth’s landscapes. Photographs, data files, detailed map keys, and
scale information on each map provide maximum clarity and ac-
cessibility while specially selected topic maps give additional in-
formation. The atlas is organized into sections covering the UK,
Europe, continents, and the world, with larger-scale maps of coun-
tries and regions popular for focus studies. A variety of carefully
selected scales allow for comparison of size and distance in dif-
ferent countries. Tables of key data include an ecological footprint
for every country, and a full range of interactive flip charts to sup-
port this atlas are available as downloadable files.
Stephen Scoffham is the author of Collins-Longman Keystart Atlas
and School Atlas.
72 pp • 9 x 12.5 • 36 Color Photos • 52 Diagrams • 84 Maps
Ages 9–12 • Education Resource/Nonfiction
9780007393572 (Replaces 9780007265572) • June
$12.99 Paper • Collins UK

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Top Tips for Fussy Eaters
Gina Ford
Offers sensible solutions to help parents cope with their fussy little eater

“For me, [Gina} was an absolute godsend.” —Kate Winslet, actress

All parents want their babies to be healthy, happy eaters but mealtimes can often end
in a battle of wills. Gina Ford offers parents practical, straightforward advice on turn-
ing those difficult mealtimes into happy family occasions. Gina’s no-nonsense, quick-
and-easy tips will help you create food that is fun to eat, yet healthy and nutritious;
make mealtimes less stressful; and encourage your child to eat fruits and vegetables.
Gina Ford has more than 30 years of experience as a maternity nurse, runs the web-
site www.contentedbaby.com, and is the author of numerous parenting books, including
The Complete Sleep Guide for Contented Babies & Toddlers and The Contented Lit-
tle Baby Book.
176 pp • 5.5 x 5.5 • Parenting & Family Care/Nutrition
9780091935153 • April • $11.95 Paper • Vermilion

Top Tips for Toddler Tantrums

Gina Ford
Practical, sensible advice to help parents—and toddlers—cope with tantrums

"For an astonishing number of mothers [Gina] has proved a savior."

—Daily Telegraph
Toddler tantrums can be both embarrassing and stressful for parents. Here, Gina Ford
offers parents concise and effective advice on how to deal with this seemingly un-
controllable behavior. Her straightforward tips will help you understand why chil-
dren have tantrums, learn ways to prevent a tantrum when you see it coming, calm
a toddler in the middle of the tantrum, and learn how to stay calm yourself.
Gina Ford has more than 30 years of experience as a maternity nurse, runs the web-
site www.contentedbaby.com, and is the author of numerous parenting books, in-
cluding The Complete Sleep Guide for Contented Babies & Toddlers and The
Contented Little Baby Book.
176 pp • 5.5 x 5.5 • Parenting & Family Care
9780091935146 • August • $11.95 Paper • Vermilion

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with Toddler Book to Contented Baby
9780091929589 9780091929596
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What’s in a Name?
PatrickGeorge
Two books in one, this collection of graphic representations
of 100 male names flips over to reveal a book of 100 female
names—both chock-full of wonderfully expressive graphic de-
sign and typography

“Oh, the joy of simple graphic representations. When they

involve an effortless play on words, quirky typography and
a dollop of humor, they are pure pleasure.” —Design Week
“Visually represented, quirkily implied or revealed in a re-
alignment of their letters, some of the names are spelled
out and others are tantalizingly obscure but all are treated
with humor and fun.” —Communication Arts magazine
From Aaron to Will and Angie to Wendy, common names get an
illustrative treatment by PatrickGeorge founder Peter Scott. They
are revealed in a realignment of their letters, visually represented,
or just implied—making some enjoyably obvious and others tan-
talizingly obscure. What is hidden in Marshall, Phoebe, Jack,
Harry, or Adam? What do most people think of when they read
Carrie, Olive, or Benjamin? This collection brilliantly and
graphically conveys one set of associations with these names.
PatrickGeorge is an independent publisher based in the UK that
offers a full range of graphic design and illustration services. By
focusing on unique designs and bold illustrations, they aim to
produce books for kids that are witty and educational, colorful
and accessible, challenging and stimulating, and—perhaps most
importantly—fun.
212 pp • 4.5 x 6 • Four-color Interior
Ages 7 & Up • Picture Books/Parenting & Family Care
9780956255839 • July • $14.99 (Can $16.99) Paper
PatrickGeorge

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Each: 5 x 8 • Paper • Hodder Education

Choose the Perfect Baby Name

Victoria Wilson
Nasty nickname-prone names, names you can’t shorten, names for future scientists, names with
songs dedicated to them, Latin names, old-fashioned names that are cool again—these are just
some of the lists to be found in this reference
Along with the most definitive and up-to-date list of names available, this book details how to
avoid common mistakes, points out which trends to follow and which to avoid, and presents all
the newest, most inspiring names—allowing readers to make this all-important decision with clar-
ity and panache. More than 7,000 names are arranged both alphabetically and in quick-flick lists.
Names from every origin are covered, from Celtic and Sanskrit to brand-new names for the 21st
century. A section on baby-naming etiquette offers handy hints and insights into the naming process
and support for dealing with any naming arguments.
Victoria Wilson is a parenting consultant who has written for such magazines as Practical Par-
enting and Prima Baby.
364 pp • Parenting & Family Care/Reference
9781444100983 • April • $9.95

Have a Happy Pregnancy

Denise Tiran
A comprehensive guide not only on what to expect and when to expect it, but also on
developing a confident, assertive, and empowered approach to pregnancy and life as a
new parent
Divided into sections covering the early days pre- and postconception, the pregnancy, and
the birth, this resource explains all the facts and outlines all the choices available to moth-
ers, fathers, and birth partners at every stage. It gives practical advice and reassurance on
the changes that will inevitably be taking place—not only physically, but also emotionally
and socially. It offers support for both mother and father, and also provides information for
after the birth, including strategies for feeding and how to cope with the return to work.
Topics covered include dealing with stress, safe sex during pregnancy, where to give birth,
choosing who to have with you in labor, family dynamics, dealing with visitors, coping with
a crying baby, postnatal wellness, and the use of alternative therapies such as aromatherapy
in pregnancy and childbirth.
Denise Tiran is a midwife, the author of Bailliere's Midwives' Dictionary and Clinical Aro-
matherapy for Pregnancy and Childbirth, and is on the editorial committee of the Journal
of Complementary Therapies in Nursing & Midwifery.
280 pp • 10 B/W Illustrations • Health
9781444100969 (Replaces 9780071545099) • May • $14.95

Boost Your Baby’s Development

Caroline Deacon
From helping a baby learn to balance to choosing the right books, everything a parent needs
to know about giving their baby the best head start
Detailing a child’s physical development, emotional development, and intellectual development,
this guide explains all the important milestones for newborns, with checklists for each stage and
practical suggestions for things to do together. In an objective, reassuring tone, this manual cov-
ers such topics as newborn senses, how to calm babies, premature babies, twins, early emotional
attachments, day care, single-parent families, parenting styles, play and toys, and gender differ-
ences, answering everything a parent needs to know in order to give their child a head start.
Caroline Deacon is a psychologist, author, freelance journalist, and health writer.
250 pp • Parenting & Family Care
9781444103045 (Replaces 9780071545013) • April • $14.95

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Each: 5 x 8 • Paper • Hodder Education

Succeed at Breastfeeding
Pauline Lim
A complete guide to overcoming the initial problems encountered during the earliest days
of breastfeeding along with the type of reassurance that can only come from a midwife
with decades of experience
Helping readers overcome all the problems encountered during the earliest days of breast-
feeding, this book provides information, support, and answers to common questions about
soreness, colic, and weight gain, and explains the latest guidelines on sterilization and stor-
age. It’s full of the comfort and guidance every reader needs to find a solution that works
for themselves and their child. Nonjudgmental advice on how to switch to bottle feeding is
also offered.
Pauline Lim is a former nurse, former midwife, and a student nurse teacher.
192 pp • 10 B/W Illustrations• Parenting & Family Care/Health
9781444103069 (Replaces 9780071583060) • June • $15.95

Stress-Free Weaning
Judy More
A month-by-month approach that is easy to follow and just right for every stage of development
For those who are nervous about the move from bottle or breast to solids, Judy More shares
her secrets in a step-by-step guide to everything a baby needs for a balanced diet. From the
first tastes right up to finger food, this guide follows the baby’s growth month by month and
provides healthy recipes and meal plans along with Judy’s years of expertise in helping par-
ents move their children on to solids. Also offering nutritional information and the latest ad-
vice on organics and genetically modified products, this is a nonjudgmental approach for
time-pressured parents.
Judy More is a former hospital pediatric dietician, a private nutrition consultant, and the au-
thor of Teach Yourself Feeding Your Baby and Teach Yourself Feeding Your Toddler.
282 pp • 20 Line Drawings • Parenting & Family Care
9781444103052 • July • $15.95

Sign with Your Baby

Jane Jarvis
Covering much more than standard sign-language dictionaries, this book
addresses bilingual and special needs children and features an
accompanying quick-reference CD for easy learning
This book and CD package provides both practical and background infor-
mation on how signing to and with a young child can enhance communi-
cation, emotional bond, and their linguistic/behavioral development in many different ways. It first
offers a full overview of the history and benefits of signing before outlining the essential signs and
moving on to more detailed communication. For bilingual to special needs children, this manual
covers development right up to the learning of the alphabet and phonics for older children. The
author is a qualified instructor, making this suitable both for parents taking courses and those just
wanting to practice at home.
Jane Jarvis is a former tutor and facilitator for Sing and Sign franchise, the UK’s leading Baby
Signing organization. She has taught hundreds of parents how to communicate with their child
through signing exercises and games.
192 pp • Includes CD-ROM• Parenting & Family Care
9781444102994 (Replaces 9780071545020) • May • $19.95

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Each: 5 x 8 • Paper • Hodder Education

Tackle Your Toddler’s Behaviour

Kelly Beswick
Sensible, reassuring guidance on dealing with everything from tantrums to potty training
that allows parents to actually enjoy their child’s toddler years
Full of expert advice to help with every toddler-related crisis, this guide offers plenty of emo-
tional support to help parents feel confident and in control. It explains exactly why toddlers be-
have the way they do, with plenty of reassurance for anyone who is worrying that their child is
not “normal.” There is advice and insight into all those new and unfamiliar areas—sleep, potty
training, diet, and other flashpoints—with help for dealing with the much bigger issues of cop-
ing with change (including a new sibling or a new home), becoming independent, and of course
the inevitable temper tantrums. With this support, parents will learn that they do have the skills
necessary to enable their toddler to grow into a happy, contented, and independent child.
Kelly Beswick is a journalist who specializes in health and parenting and an editor for Prima Baby.
284 pp • Parenting & Family Care
9781444107487 (Replaces 9780071598439) • June • $15.95

Boost Your Toddler’s Development

Caroline Deacon
A unique combination of advice, practical exercises, and background information to help
any toddler get a head start in life
The toddler years bring astonishing changes in a child, but can be challenging, turbulent times.
This book explains the changes in a toddler, helping parents deal confidently and calmly with
things such as tantrums and potty training. It also provides plenty of fun games that enhance
everything from their language to their ability to make friends. Topics covered include rein-
forcing boundaries, healthy eating, masturbation, sleep patterns, the effects of birth order, self-
esteem, the development of empathy, bullying, motor skills, television, education options, toddler
memory, and much more.
Caroline Deacon is a psychologist, author, freelance journalist, and health writer.
266 pp • Parenting & Family Care
9781444107456 (Replaces 9780071583145) • April • $15.95

Raise Happy Children

Glenda Weil and Doro Marden
A nonjudgmental and reassuring guide to raising confident, secure children and enjoying a
happy and harmonious home
Packed with interactive quizzes, charts, and exercises to get parents thinking about fresh ap-
proaches to old problems, this book from two experienced parent counselors helps readers gain
insight and confidence into their own parenting skills. It contains many ideas and tools for gain-
ing cooperation rather than nagging, and provides numerous tips and strategies for getting through
everyday quarrels and tantrums. Suggestions for dealing with tough topics such as bereavement,
divorce, sex, and drugs are also offered. This guide enables parents to help children develop
confidence and self-esteem, while numerous quotes and stories from parents who have been
through it bring the exercises to life.
Glenda Weil and Doro Marden have more than 30 years combined experience of running courses
for parents, and have seven children between them.
324 pp • Family & Relationships
9781444103830 (Replaces 9780071625821) • July • $15.95

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Fertility & Conception
The Essential Guide to Boosting Your Fertility and Conceiving a Healthy Baby
Dr. Karen Trewinnard
The complete guide to achieving conception naturally
With its comprehensive coverage and friendly approach, Fertility & Conception is an in-
valuable resource for anyone planning a family. It contains all the latest information on every
facet of preconception care, as well as showing future parents how conception works, how
to interpret fertility signals to increase the chances of getting pregnant, and the best ways
to safeguard reproductive health. It also offers up-to-date advice and self-help tips on diet,
vitamins, exercise, and lifestyle and, finally, counsels on what to do if pregnancy isn’t hap-
pening. Fully illustrated with full-color photographs, artworks, diagrams, graphs, charts and
tables, this book tells future parents everything they need to know and do in order to em-
bark on the great adventure of pregnancy and parenthood.
Dr. Karen Trewinnard has worked in contraception and women's health for the last 27 years,
during which time she has developed a special interest in pre-pregnancy counseling. She has
worked on the Advisory Group for the Health Education Authority's Preconception Folic Acid
Campaign as the Faculty of Family Planning representative. She is the author of Woman Alive
Family Health Guide and numerous articles on contraception and preconception advice.
192 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • 100 Color Photos • Health
9781904760740 • June • $19.95 (Can $21.95) Paper • Carroll & Brown Publishers

Your Pregnancy Companion

Essential Information, Practical Advice and Natural Remedies to Guide
You from Pre-conception Through Delivery
Sheila Lavery and Pippa Duncan
Small enough to fit in a handbag, a fact-packed guide to pregnancy and the
preconception period
Packed with a wealth of useful information, this guide will help ensure that
pregnancy proceeds smoothly and promote the best possible condition to de-
liver a healthy baby. Throughout, it recommends using natural means for get-
ting into shape to conceive and then to cope with the common complaints of
pregnancy. It includes clarification as to what helps or hinders conception and
how to promote fertility; a trimester-by-trimester look at the recommended
foods, exercise, and activities for each; concise yet comprehensive information
on what to expect during antenatal visits and diagnostic tests and examinations; and advice on combatting stress, quit-
ting bad habits, and avoiding environmental hazards.
Sheila Lavery and Pippa Duncan, contributing editors, are experts in and highly respected writers on both alternative
and traditional health care. Separately they have written on sleep, aromatherapy, and health care for children, and to-
gether wrote Meditations for Pregnancy.
304 pp • 7 x 5 • 100 Color Photos • Health
9781904760733 • May • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • Carroll & Brown Publishers

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Beautiful Birth
Practical Techniques That Help You Achieve a Happier and More
Natural Labour and Delivery
Suzanne Yates
A practical guide to preparing the body and mind for birth
Providing the tools of touch, breathing and visualization, and postures and physical prepa-
ration, all of which can ease pain and promote progress, this book explains how to prac-
tice the techniques during pregnancy and how to adapt them, if necessary, in labor. The
techniques are easy to learn and practice and are suitable for all types of deliveries. The
book guides both partners through the labor and delivery experience, pinpointing when
specific techniques will be most effective for pain relief or help in progressing the baby's
descent. Even if medical intervention is required, the breathing and visualization techniques,
postures, and massage routines demonstrated in the book can help make the birth a more
positive experience.
Susan Yates is a respected maternity bodywork specialist and is highly regarded among both
orthodox and complementary practitioners. She holds diplomas in therapeu-
tic massage, a postgraduate certificate in teaching, and has trained in ante-
natal and postpartum exercise.
128 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • 200 Color Photos • Health
9781904760689 • June • $18.95 (Can $20.95) Paper
Carroll & Brown Publishers

A Dad’s Guide to Babycare

Colin Cooper
A comprehensive guide and illuminating look at the male approach to baby care
Conceived both to show men the best ways to care for their babies and to reflect their mas-
culine approach to child care, this book is a comprehensive guide on how to manage every
aspect of caring for newborns to older toddlers. Designed to be user friendly, it includes
step-by-step and action photos, along with tips and anecdotes from existing fathers. It also
illuminates and helps to resolve contentious issues that may arise between partners. From
sage advice on coping with crying and lack of sleep to the latest guidelines on dealing with
emergencies, this book shows how to create a strong emotional bond, which will be sup-
portive and enjoyable for both dad and child.
Colin Cooper has been a medical writer and editor for more than 15 years and is currently
editor in chief for a range of professional journals for doctors and nurses. He is also the
father of two young children.
128 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • 200 Color Photos • Family & Relationships
9781904760566 • May • $18.95 (Can $20.95) Paper • Carroll & Brown Publishers

95
Angel Blessings for Babies
Ambika Wauters
With themes of healing and wholeness,
these meditations and prayers make this a
perfect book for anyone welcoming a new
baby into the world
This book offers a way of connecting to the
spirit that babies bring from the heavenly realm
to earth. This connection can help form a deep,
abiding bond with a baby, which is rooted in
unconditional love and absolute and total ac-
ceptance. The book supports young parents,
grandparents, siblings, and close relatives in ac-
cepting their roles; it helps them release old
wounds from their own childhoods, which may
limit the full expression of their love for their
child. It provides guidance for accepting the de-
manding tasks of parenting and it attempts to
ensure that all babies brought into the world
are loved, cherished, and kept safe.
Ambika Wauters is the director of the Institute
of Life Energy Medicine, principal of the School
of Spiritual Homeopathy, and founder of the
Heart of Peace Institute, a nonprofit program
for children with autism. She is author of 16
books on healing, the realm of angels, color, and
homeopathy, including the bestselling The An-
gelic Year. She lives in Tucson, Arizona.
128 pp • 8 x 8 • 61 Color Illustrations
Family & Relationships/Body/Mind/Spirit
9781904760825 • May
$19.95 (Can $21.95) Cloth
Carroll & Brown Publishers

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Getting to Know Your Baby
A Parent’s Guide to Early Child Development
Kyra Karmiloff
Useful and unique insights into the psychology, behavior, and development of babies—
perfect for any new parent
Babies arrive in the world already equipped with many skills, reflexes and instincts that help
them adapt to and influence their environment as well as the people who fill it. This book
aims to help parents see the world as their baby does so that they become better equipped
to help this learning process along. It explains how babies find out about themselves and
their physical and social environments through a combination of interaction, experience, trial
and error, and nurturing. It is divided into five sections dealing with different aspects of a
baby's life, from birth through to toddler years. Throughout, there are helpful tips and sug-
gestions about how parents can positively influence their child's journey towards independence
through a better understanding of the world from a baby's perspective
Kyra Karmiloff, a research psychologist, has been the main editor and writer for Pampers.com
parenting website. Dr. Annette Karmiloff-Smith is a professorial research fellow at the De-
velopmental Neurocognition Lab at Birkbeck at the University of London. Together they have
written a number of books on infant development.
160 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • 100 Color Photos • Family & Relationships
9781904760849 • July • $18.95 (Can $20.95) Paper • Carroll & Brown Publishers

Reading to Your Baby

Techniques That Bring Language Alive for Your Little Ones
Alison L. R. Davies
Foreword by Michael Rosen
Highlighting the benefits of reading to children from an early age, this is the perfect
guide to help parents get the most out of reading to their young children
Reading has a vital place in a baby's development as it's essential for building his or her
communication and literacy skills. It's also highly pleasurable for parent and baby, en-
abling bonding, the happy use of time spent together, and having fun with words. This
guide to reading to babies and very young children advises parents on the types of books
or stories to use with their children—starting with picture books and moving through
to classic fairy tales to those that suit a child’s interests. It explains how to spot if a baby
is connecting with a story, and ways to encourage involvement in a tale. The book also
examines storytelling techniques, such as repetition, use of voice and facial expression,
and the assistance of a reading puppet. There are sections on how to tell the perfect bed-
time tale, storytelling games for parties, and making up your own stories.
Alison L. R. Davies is a writer and professional storyteller. She works in schools, libraries
and nurseries, running storytelling sessions and workshops on using storytelling to en-
hance teaching and learning. She is the author of Storytelling in the Classroom and writes
regularly for the Times Educational Supplement, Nursery World, Scholastic, Mother and
Baby, Psychologies and Teaching, and Learning Magazine. Michael Rosen is a children’s
poet, bestselling author, and the UK’s former Children’s Laureate.
96 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • 120 color photos • Family & Relationships
9781904760788 • May • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • Carroll & Brown Publishers

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Weaning and First Foods
Nicola Graimes
A practical guide that makes it simple to start a baby on solid foods
Weaning and First Foods offers a simple guide to successfully in-
troducing a baby to solid food backed up by a selection of easy-to-
prepare, child-pleasing recipes. From tips on knowing when a baby
is ready to dealing with food refusals, the book explains how to man-
age feeding in sync with a baby's development. It explains what to
offer at the different stages of a baby's development, demonstrates
how to prepare foods to keep pace with a baby's abilities, offers
meal planners for different ages, and advises on dealing with com-
mon situations such as fussy eaters, weight issues, and instilling good
eating habits.
Nicola Graimes is the author of many books on child nutrition, in-
cluding Great Healthy Food for Vegetarian Kids, Brain Foods for
Kids—winner of the Gourmand World Cookbook Award for Best
Family Cookbook—and Gimme 5.
144 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • Health/Family & Relationships
9781904760757 • July • $18.95 (Can $20.95) Paper
Carroll & Brown Publishers

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Raising Confident, Happy Children
40 Ways to Help Your Child Succeed
Anthony Gunn
From a fear of spiders to stage fright, helpful approaches for parents to combat com-
mon fears and setbacks, and raise confident kids
What should parents do when their child refuses to go to bed because of monsters or pan-
ics about the school play? What about when the death of the family pet prompts anxiety
about death in general? How can parents possibly equip their children with all they need
to grow up confident, resilient, and brave? From letting a child hear you complimenting
them to others to paying attention to discrepancies between your words and actions, here
are 40 helpful approaches with examples and exercises that explain common fears and set-
backs and how to cope with them. This guide also explains how parents can manage them-
selves so that they can support—but not smother—their children and allay myriad
childhood fears, no matter how trivial.
Anthony Gunn is a psychologist who specializes in anxiety and phobia treatment. He is the
author of Fear Is Power and Walking Tall.
256 pp • 5 x 7 • Parenting & Family Care
9781740667494 • June • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • Hardie Grant Books

The Happy Child

Helping Your Child Through the Key Stages of Development
Linda Blair
Foreword by Ellen Winner
For parents of children from six months up to seven years, an accessible guide to the psy-
chological aspects of parenting that focuses on how to nurture a confident child
Parenting is one of the biggest challenges anyone can face, yet nobody has delivered the per-
fect formula to make it easy. Recognizing this, clinical psychologist and parenting expert Linda
Blair provides an easy-to-follow guide to parenting that is adaptable to individual circumstances.
Blair divides childhood into three stages of development: infancy, preschool, and starting school.
She concentrates on a child’s psychological development and how to raise a happy, well-ad-
justed child, and provides practical advice that addresses common problems that can arise. It
provides parenting guidelines and encourages parents to trust their own instincts—and, above
all, does not underestimate the challenges parents face.
Linda Blair has worked as a cognitive therapist for more than 20 years and writes for such pub-
lications as the Guardian, and Junior and Psychologies magazines. Ellen Winner is a professor
of child psychology at Boston College and the author of Gifted Children. She lives in Boston.
240 pp • 5 x 8 • Parenting & Family Care
9780749940713 • May • $12.95 Paper • Piatkus Books

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Eats, Poops & Heaves
Over 1,000 Humorous Quotes on Babies and Babyhood
Allison Vale
A hilariously irreverent collection of quotes from an impressive variety of celebrities through-
out the ages
The ideal gift for someone with a new arrival, this uproarious compilation of quotes about
all things baby will be adored by new and old parents alike. Babies are little bundles of joy
in so many ways and whether your new family addition has arrived or is on its way, this book
is guaranteed to raise a chuckle. With humorous observations on the adventures and misad-
ventures of their new offspring from many well-known celebrities, Eats, Poops & Heaves will
keep you smiling through the sleepless nights.
Allison Vale is coauthor of Amelia Dyer: Angel Maker, The Big Book of Mothers’ Wit & Wis-
dom, The Big Book of Wrinklies’ Wit & Wisdom, How to Boil a Flamingo, How to Push a
Perambulator, More Wrinklies’ Wit, and Wrinklies’ Wit & Wisdom Rides Again.
192 pp • 4.5 x 7 • Humor/Parenting & Family Care
9781853758058 • August • $14.95 Cloth • Prion

Teenagers, Alcohol and Drugs

What Your Kids Really Want and Need to Know About Alcohol and Drugs
Paul Dillon
Answers to the real questions that teenagers ask about alcohol and drugs, and how par-
ents can get these important conversations started
Aimed at parents who are wondering how to talk meaningfully to their kids about drugs,
this book offers guidance in determining when is the right time to start talking to kids about
drugs and how to reduce the influence of peer pressure. It will help the parent who wants
to make sure a party they hold for their teenager doesn’t get out of control. It also provides
parents with answers to the most commonly asked drug-related questions from teens: Can
you really overdose on alcohol? What does it mean if I don’t remember things when I drink?
How do I look after someone who drank too much? Can ecstasy really kill? Do energy drinks
make the effect of alcohol much greater when you use them as a mixer? Parents are con-
stantly being told to talk to their kids about binge drinking and drugs, but asking “Are you
taking drugs?” won’t do it—this book offers an approach that will give teenagers the in-
formation they desperately need to keep themselves and their friends safe.
Paul Dillon is a former schoolteacher who has been a drug and alcohol educator for 25 years.
He appears regularly on television as a commentator on young people and drugs.
224 pp • 5.5 x 8.5 • Parenting & Family Care
9781741756807 • May • $19.95 (Can $21.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin

100
It Will Get Better
Finding Your Way Through Teen Issues
Melinda Hutchings
From family break-ups and troubled friends to cutting, cyber-bullying, and the death of
a parent, teens discuss their issues and the expert advice that helped them through it all
Teenage life brings up plenty of issues and can feel overwhelming at times. Here Melinda
Hutchings draws on her own experiences and those of many teens who speak candidly about
dealing with difficult emotions and what did or did not help them. Most importantly, they
share the insights they gained that helped them heal and move forward. Alongside the teen
voices are helpful sections of expert advice, practical tips, websites, and many other supportive
resources to help young people find their way through. Perfect for the information-hungry
generation and their parents, this resource is provides strategies to face and overcome chal-
lenging issues—from questioning their sexuality to alcoholic parents and pregnancy—and
helping teens to recognize their enormous potential to create a happy and fulfilling future.
Melinda Hutchings is a coach and mentor who runs self-esteem programs for teens. She is
the author of Why Can’t I Look the Way I Want?
300 pp • 5 x 7.5 • Ages 12 & Up • Nonfiction/Parenting & Family Care
9781742371139 • June • $17.99 (Can $19.99) Paper • Inspired Living

Also available:
Why Can’t I Look the
Way I Want?
9781741757545
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Sometimes Life Sucks

When Someone You Love Dies
Molly Carlile
A thorough yet gentle book for teens to navigate their personal experience of grief, and for
parents and teachers to use with teens struggling with loss
Whether it’s the death of a grandparent, pet, school friend, a teen fatality, a peer with termi-
nal illness, living without a parent, or the death of a celebrity, teenagers experience loss in
many ways and must struggle to come to terms with their shock and grief. Full of helpful tips,
first-person stories, and friendly advice, this resource helps teens navigate the loss of those
they love. It covers such concerns as What can I do to help a friend who’s grieving? What if
I don’t want to go to the funeral? What can I do when nothing seems to help? and Will other
people think I don’t care if I start to feel happy again?
Molly Carlile is a playwright, educator, and former palliative care nurse.
194 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 12 & Up • Nonfiction/Parenting & Family Care
9781742371887 • April • $15.99 (Can $17.99) Paper • Inspired Living

101
Lion Children’s Bibles
Choosing a Children’s Bible & Prayer Book
A wide range for all ages, tastes, and budgets

PLAYFUL TODDLERS

Bible Stories Lift-the-Flap This Is My Bible Two-Minute

for Little Angels Bible Stories Christina Goodings
Illustrations by Jamie Smith
Bible Stories
Sarah J. Dodd Christina Goodings Elena Pasquali
Illustrations by Illustrations by Annabel Hudson Ages 3–5 • 9780745969237 Illustrations by Nicola Smee
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EAGER READERS

The Lion The Lion Book of The Lion Read

Storyteller Bible Prayers to Read & Know & Know Bible
Bob Hartman Sophie Piper Sophie Piper
Illustrations by Krisztina Kállai Nagy Illustrations by Anthony Lewis Illustrations by Anthony Lewis
Ages 5–7 • 9780745949802 Ages 5–7 • 9780745961477 Ages 5–7 • 9780745949963
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The Lion Illustrated I Want to Know The Lion Bible:

Bible for Children About the Bible Everlasting Stories
Retold by Lois Rock Christina Goodings Gift Edition
Illustrations by Christina Balit Illustrations by Jan Lewis Lois Rock
Ages 3–9 • 9780745949369 Ages 5–7 • 9780745960562 Ages 5–9 • 9780745947259
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Lion Children’s Bibles

CONFIRMATION & FIRST HOLY COMMUNION

THROUGH THE YEAR THE NEXT STEP

The Lion Day- The Lion Book of My Very Own Bible My Very Own Bible
by-Day Bible Day-by-Day Prayers Retold by Lois Rock
Illustrations by Carolyn Cox
Gift edition
Mary Joslin Mary Joslin Retold by Lois Rock
Illustrations by Amanda Hall Ages 7–9 • 9780745949918 Illustrations by Carolyn Cox
Illustrations by Amanda Hall
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SOMETHING MORE PERFECT FOR

SPECIAL OCCASIONS
Christening:
Bible Stories for Little Angels
Lift-the-Flap Bible Stories
This Is My Bible
Two-Minute Bible Stories

First Holy Communion:

The Lion Day-by-Day Bible
The Lion Book of
Day-by-Day Prayers
My Very Own Bible
The Lion The Lion Journey into My Very Own Bible (Gift Edition)
Encyclopedia Graphic Bible the Bible Journey into the Bible

of the Bible Jeff Anderson and Mike Maddox Lois Rock

Confirmation:
Ages 12 & Up • 9780745949239 Illustrations by
Peter Atkinson
$12.95 (Can $14.95) Paper Andrew Rowland The Lion Encyclopedia of the Bible
Ages 9–12 • 9780745960104 The Lion Graphic Bible
Ages 7–12 • 9780745960883
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10 Little Quentin Blake’s

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Lee Fox A First Book About Numbers
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Allen & Unwin Anova Children’s Books

"The text works well." —School Library Journal

Old Dog Quentin Blake’s

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Ages Up to 5• 9781842706978 A Book About Counting
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Quentin Blake
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The Angel
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Jane Bowring Illustrations by
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positively adorable."
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“A good introduction for Michael Foreman’s

younger children to the
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The Lion Storyteller J. M. Barrie
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Bedtime Book Ages 7–12 • 9781843651369
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Krisztina Kállai Nagy
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The Big Big Big Witch Baby and Me

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their popularity is easy
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The 2nd Big Big Dr Xargle’s Book

Book of Tashi of Earthlets
Anna Fienberg Jeanne Willis and Tony Ross
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Allen & Unwin

The Lion Book

of Five-Minute
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John Goodwin Manga Doodles
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"The accompanying CD has
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Justin Bieber:
The Three Billy Uncovered!
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Goats’ Stuff! Tori Kosara
Bob Hartman
Ages 8–12 • 9781907151422
Illustrations by Jacqueline East
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Bestsellers, Ages: 9 to Young Adult / Parenting

Greek Ransom
Michael Malaghan Consequences:
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Don’t Call Me Baby
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Inspiration and Techniques
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Allen & Unwin
Allen & Unwin

"Thoughtful and affirma-

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How to Cook
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