Quarto Kids Fiction

Spring 2020

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Quarto Kids

Fiction

Foreign Rights Guide

Spring 2020

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AFR Afrikaans

ARA Arabic

ARG Argentina

ARM Armenia

AZE Azerbaijan

BGR Bulgaria

BRA Brazil

CAT Catalonia

CHL Chile

CHN China

COL Colombia

CZE Czech Republic

DEU Germany

DNK Denmark

DUT Dutch language

ESP Spain

ESP.LAT Latin America

EST Estonia

FIN Finland

FRA France

F.CAN French Canada

GEO Georgia

GLG Galician

GRC Greece

HEB Hebrew

HRV Croatia

HUN Hungary

IRN Iran

IND Indonesia

ISL Iceland

ITA Italy

JPN Japan

KOR Korea

LTU Lithuania

LVA Latvia

MEX Mexico

NOR Norway

PER Peru

POL Poland

PRT Portugal

ROU Romania

RUS Russia

SRB Serbia

SVK Slovakia

SVN Slovenia

SWE Sweden

THA Thailand

TUR Turkey

TWN Taiwan

UKR Ukraine

VNM Vietnam

ZAF South Africa

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Table of Contents

Fairytales 1

Myths and Legends 5

Standing Out 11

Animals and Nature 14

Storytime Series 19

Family 23

Humour 29

Issues and Feelings 30

Religion 41

Once Upon a... 43

David Litchfield 45

The Story Orchestra 47

Little People Big Dreams 49

Index 51

Imprint Overview 53

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Fairytale Friends: Don’t Be

Cross, Goldilocks!

By Sue Nicholson

Illustrated by Laura Brenlla

A story about forgiveness.

Goldilocks has a little brother called Eddie, who is

always following her around. He wants to eat whatever

she eats, go wherever she goes and even sit in her

favourite chair. He is so annoying! Then Eddie breaks

one of Goldilocks’ little pottery bears, a precious

birthday gift from her godmother. Will Goldilocks ever

be able to forgive him?

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In the same series:

Scared Little Red Riding Hood Keep Trying Aladdin!

Little Red Riding Hood is scared of

almost everything, especially the wild,

dark forest. When she finds a tiny, lost

wolf cub, will she face her fears and

head into the forest to take him home?

A story about bravery.

Rights sold: F.CAN

Aladdin has been invited to an ice-

skating party, but he doesn’t know how

to skate and it’s harder than it looks.

Will he give up, or will he keep trying

and learn in time to join the fun?

A story about perseverance.

Rights sold: F.CAN

253 x 230mm, 24pp

Rights sold: F.CAN

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Fairytale Friends: Hansel and Gretel’s

Gingerbread House

By Sue Nicholson

Illustrated by Laura Brenlla

A story about hope.

Hansel and Gretel’s Papa is the best baker in the

village. Every year he makes the perfect treat to share

at the winter festival. But when he travels into town to

buy supplies it starts to snow. The festival is only a few

days away and he still hasn’t returned. Worried about

their Papa, Hansel and Gretel decide to bake

something for the winter festival themselves. Will they

be able to make the perfect treat? And will their Papa

find his way home in time to enjoy it with them?

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Fairytale Friends Bind Up: The Big Book of Twisted

Fairytales

By Sue Nicholson

Illustrated by Flavia Sorrentino

Once upon a time, below a misty blue mountain by a wild, dark

forest, a little village was home to four fairytale friends. Join

Cinderella, Sleepy Beauty, Jack and Snow White as they learn about

kindness, responsibility, honesty and teamwork in four delightful

original stories.

Also available

253 x 230mm, 96pp

Rights sold: ESP

Cinderella’s

Ballet Shoes

Jack Breaks

the Beanstalks

Wake up,

Sleepy Beauty!

Snow White,

Star Striker

Rights sold: F.CAN

Rights sold: F.CAN, ZAF, ARA

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High-Five to the Hero

By Vita Murrow

Illustrated by Julia Bereciartu

What if heroes weren’t always strong, silent and

happier slaying monsters than talking to people? Meet

King Arthur, who rules by listening to others, nurse

Hercules, and Sinbad, the protector of magical

creatures, in this stereotype-busting follow-up to

Power to the Princess.

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278 x 200mm, 96pp

Rights sold: KOR

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Power to the Princess

By Vita Murrow

Illustrated by Julia Bereciartu

What if princesses didn’t always marry Prince

Charming and live happily every after? Meet Sleeping

Beauty, a world-famous sleeping disorder doctor,

Prime Minister Cinderella, wolf conservationist Red

Riding Hood, and psychologist Thumbelina. Fresh,

funny and feisty, these are the 15 fairytale retellings

the world has been waiting for!

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A World Full of Spooky Stories

By Angela McAllister

Illustrated by Madalina Andronic

Travel around a world full of spooky stories, meeting

the Bunyip in a river, Vasilla the Beautiful in the woods

and Teig O’Kane in the graveyard. This collection of 50

spinetingling tales is suitable for readers aged 5+.

275 x 240mm, 128pp

Rights sold: CAT, ESP, ROU, RUS,

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In the same series...

A Year Full of Stories

This treasury of 52 stories

collects together a rich resource

of myths, fairy tales and legends

from around the world, with a

story for every week of the year.

Rights sold: ARA, CAT,

CHN, FRA, DEU, HEB, RUS,

ESP, LAT.AM, TUR, VTN,

KOR

A World Full of Animal Stories

Travel the world with this

beautifully illustrated collection of

classic stories, which brings

together favourite animal themed

fables, myths and legends from all

over the world.

Rights sold: CAT, CHN, CZE,

EST, DEU, HEB, PRT, ROU,

RUS, SVK, ESP, TUR, KOR

A Stage Full of

Shakespeare Stories

Step on to a stage full of

stories with this beautiful

anthology of 12 stories from

Shakespeare. Each story is

rewritten in a comprehensive

way that is accessible for

children.

Rights sold: CHN, TUR,

KOR, TWN

A World Full of Dickens

By Angela McAllister

Illustrated by Jannicke Hansen

Uncover the stories from one of the greatest novelists

of all time in this beautiful anthology of tales from

Charles Dickens, rewritten in an accessible way for

children aged 5+.

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300 x 220mm, 32pp

Rights sold: DUT, LAT.AM

The Little Fir Tree

Christopher Corr

Deep in the forest there lived a little fir tree who

longed to see the world. When he is chopped down

and taken to a grand house for Christmas his dreams

seem to be coming true, but what will happen the day

after?

Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale is lovingly

retold by Christopher Corr.

From the same author...

“Corr’s artwork is a feast for the

eyes. Dazzling.” (Kirkus)

300 x 220mm, 32pp

Rights sold: CHN, HRV,

DUT, FRA, DEU, GRC,

ITA, KOR, LAT.AM

The Great Race

Celebrate Chinese New

Year with this vibrant

retelling of the ancient

folk tale which has been

passed down from

generation to generation.

296 x 222mm, 32pp

Deep in the Woods

Deep in the woods is a

little wooden house, with

nine neat windows and a

red front door…

A beautifully illustrated

retelling of a classic

Russian folk tale

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Christopher Corr’s beautiful

folk illustrations are a

perfect match with these

deep and emotional tales

from all over the world.

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265 x 304 64pp

Rights sold: ESP, CAT, DEU, CHN, RUS, ITA, JPN

The Grumpy Fairies

By Bethan Stevens

Deep in the darkest forest, under rustling leaves, live the

fairies. You probably think that fairies are good, kind and

sweet. Well, a lot of them are. But I’m sorry to tell you that

some fairies, particularly the littlest ones are grumpy…

Join the grumpy fairies in this fun picture book and help

them avoid the goblin! Grumpy fairies just happen to be a

goblin’s favourite food...

A Natural History of Fairies

By Emily Hawkins

Illustrated by Jessica Roux

This fully illustrated album was compiled by

an esteemed botanist by the name of

Professor Arbour for her goddaughter and

discovered by readers of today. The book

features photographs and sketches made by

the botanist, and details the secret role of

fairies in everyday nature: checking flowers

each morning to make sure that plants have

enough dew; helping flowers to bloom at the

right time, and in the right colour; creating a

bluebell forest each spring; clearing the forest

floor of leaves and broken twigs; playing

tricks on adults, and making the seasons

come and go.

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235 x 276mm, 32pp

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250 x 250mm, 32pp

Rights sold: DEU, KOR

A Little Bit of Courage

By Claire Alexander

Sometimes everyone gets a little bit scared, but with a little

bit of courage anything is possible! A story about how to

find your courage so you can achieve anything!

A Little Bit Different

By Claire Alexander

Meet the ploofers. The ploofers have been practising

something special which they all want to do at the same

time—but what’s that? One of them does something

different!

An inspirational story that teaches children to embrace

their differences and to support their individuality.

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250 x 250mm, 32pp

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Humperdink

By Sean Taylor

A book about friendship that helps children become more

empathetic and explore imaginative play together.

Wonderful, lively text by Sean Taylor and warm, fun

illustrations from Claire Alexander.

276 x 235mm, 32pp

Rights sold: DEU, JPN, KOR

Ella May Does It Her Way

By Mick Jackson

Illustrated by Andrea Stegmaier

Ella May is a girl who likes to do things her way. An

imaginative, strong willed character with her own ideas,

Ella May decides to walk backwards just to see how it feels.

A funny, imaginative book which strong-willed toddlers

and young children will love.

250 x 250mm, 32pp

Rights sold: KOR

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Audrey the Amazing Inventor

By Rachel Valentine

Illustrated by Katie Weymouth

Audrey’s inventions are not always entirely successful. It’s

enough for Audrey to lose heart and give up altogether, but

with some encouraging words she gives inventing one last try.

Rosa Draws

By Jordan Wray

Rosa really loves to draw. Take a fantastic ride through

her imagination, where you’ll meet a purple moose, a

very posh goose, a peacock wearing socks and a super-

speedy fox. But as Rosa’s drawings grow and grow, will

they get her into trouble?

This fun story, told with playful text and inventive

characters will appeal to young children.

290 x 235mm, 32pp

Rights sold: KOR, CHN

250 x 250mm, 32pp

Rights sold: KOR

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Animal Stories For All Seasons

By Anita Loughrey

Illustrated by Lucy Barnard

Discover changes in nature with Rabbit, Frog, Fox and

Squirrel in this beautiful series of illustrated, seasonal

stories. These stories are designed to entertain and

inform, and can be used as a learning tool for literacy

and the natural world, with activities and discussion

points presented in the back pages.

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Squirrel’s

Autumn Puzzle

253 x 230mm, 24pp

Rabbit’s Spring

Gift

Frog’s Summer

Journey

Fox’s Winter

Discovery

253 x 230mm, 96pp

Rights sold: ROU

Also available: A Year in Nature

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My Best Friend

Rob Hodgson

Meet Mouse! Mouse lives in the

tree with his best friend... Giant

Owl. They used to do the most

fun stuff imaginable! They’d play

chase and Giant Owl would nearly catch Mouse, but not

quite. Giant Owl loved Mouse so much that she used to

give him as many doughnuts as he wanted and the most

amazing presents, including his own house (a cage)! But

then one day something happened, and now Mouse has

found himself stuck in a very dark place... will his best

friend help come to his rescue?

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The Woods

Three foxes are on a mission: to capture every last rabbit in

the woods. But who is following them? Readers will love

spotting the rabbits in the background in this cat and

mouse (or fox and rabbit) story, that has a BIG surprise

ending!

275 x 240mm, 32pp

Rights sold: FRA

Rights sold: CHN, KOR, ITA, FRA,

F.CAN

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The Cave

There is a cave. A cave that is home to a creature. A

creature that never leaves… because of a wolf! The wolf

tried everything to get the creature to leave the cave.

But what will happen when he finally succeeds?

Prepare for a hilarious surprise at the end of this laugh-

out-loud picture book. The bright, bold artwork and big

twist at the end will make this a firm favourite with both

adults and children.

Selected for the Book Trust Time to

Read campaign 2019 Rights sold: CAT, CHN, DUT, FRA,

F.CAN, DEU, GRC, ITA, JPN, KOR,

ESP, LAT.AM, SWE

ROB HODGSON studied Illustration at Plymouth University. Today, he

lives in Bristol, UK, where he spends his time making a mess and turning it

into illustration projects. His first author-illustrated book, The Cave, was

published in 2017 to wide acclaim and has since sold in 10 languages so

far.

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290 x 235mm, 32pp

Rights sold: FRA, F.CAN,

PRT, ROU

290 x 235mm, 32pp

Wish

By Chris Saunders

Rabbit has never had a wish before, but one day he

gets not just one, but three!

Wish is a touching story about the power of kindness

and the magic of friendship, with beautiful and

emotive illustrations from Chris Saunders.

If You See A Lion

By Karl Newson and Andrea Stegmaier

Once upon a time there was a story in this book, but

a lion ate it all! The story of a tall, dashing lion who

ate everything he came into contact with, until brave

rabbit stood up to him!

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The Snow Bear

By Claire Alexander

Brother and Sister Iggy and Martina venture beyond the

safety of their home into the woods, where danger lurks,

but their Snowbear magically appears to save them.

276 x 235mm, 32pp

Right sold: KOR, RUS

Shhh!

By Barroux

This bedtime story takes the reader on a journey through a

child’s imagination, to dreamy landscapes where we see a

series of soft toy animals getting ready to fall asleep.

Board book available: 216 x 216mm, 15 leaves

250 x 250mm, 32pp

Rights sold: F.CAN

The Mole and the Hole

By Brayden Kowalczuk

Mole is stuck inside his hole. Every day he tries to get out, and

every day the rocks block his way.

Find out whether Mole will ever get above ground again in this

ridiculously funny story about how NOT to be a good

neighbour from Disney character artist Brayden Kowalczuk.

290 x 235mm, 32pp

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Unicorn Training

By Amanda Brandon

Illustrated by Mike Byrne

Tilly loves working at the Unicorn Rescue Centre

but what she really wants is a unicorn of her very

own. When Splodge shows up she decides he is

perfect, her parents aren’t so sure. Can she

convince them that all he needs is a little training?

Rights sold: SVN

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Coming next in the Storytime Series…

The Moose Fairy, Delightfully Different Dilly, If I Were A Monster

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275 x 250mm, 24pp, 4+

Oh No, Bobo!

By Donna David

Illustrated by Laura Watkins

Bobo can’t sleep! He needs a comfy pillow, but

none of the other animals in the jungle like it

when Bobo tries to sleep on them… A cute story

about a little orangutan who learns the meaning

of no and how to ask for consent.

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Hurry Home Harriet

By Lucy Barnard

Oh no, no one has remembered Harriet’s birthday!

On a trip to town, Harriet gets upset when no one

wishes her a happy birthday. She hurries home to

celebrate by herself and is shocked to find all her

friends there at a surprise birthday party!

A touching story about friendship and kindness.

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All About Allosaurus

By Greg Gormley

Allosaurus is fed up. All anyone ever talks about is

T.Rex. He decides to write a book about himself,

but soon everyone else wants to be in it too. With

a page for everyone, there might not be any

room left for Allosaurus after all…

A fun story which introduces children to different

dinosaurs, with a light message on inclusion and

friendship.

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Kind Mr. Bear

By Steve Smallman

Kind Mr Bear is very kind, he’s always happy to help

those in need. But the animals in the forest are so

used to him being there, they start to take his help for

granted. Then one day Mr Bear gets ill and finds

himself all alone in his cave. Will anyone come to help

him?

This touching title from award winning author/

illustrator Steve Smallman shows that when it comes

to true friends, kindness is something to give as well

as receive.

275 x 250mm, 24pp

Rights sold: SVN

253 x 230mm, 176pp

Rights sold: FIN, SWE,

ESP, BGR, HRV

Good Night Stories

Includes eight heart warming stories,

perfect for and introducing young

children to the pleasure of reading.

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…more Storytime Bind-Ups

get all your bedtime stories in

one place with these convenient

collections, perfect for reading

together at bedtime.

Sleep Tight Stories

This wonderful collection contains eight beautifully

illustrated and entertaining animal stories—each

one the perfect length for bedtime.

Rights sold: FIN, SWE, ESP,

Rights sold: BGR, HRV,

EST, FIN, FRA, LVA, PRT,

RUS, SRB, ESP, SWE

Rights sold: BGR, HRV,

FIN, ISL, RUS, SRB, ESP,

SWE, ZAF, HUN

Rights sold: FIN, ICE,

RUS, SPA, SWE, ZAF

Rights sold: SPA,

SWE, ZAF

Rights sold: BUL,

FIN, RUS, SWE.

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Good Dog!

By Sean Taylor

Illustrated by David Barrow

A laugh-out-loud tale of a lovably clueless dog and

his owner. Dog so wants to be a good dog, but he just

keeps getting it wrong. He quickly puts a plan in place

to get back in his owner’s good books.... but will it

work? From the author- illustrator team behind My

Mum Always Looks After Me So Much.

276 x 235mm, 40pp

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275 x 235mm, 32pp

Rights sold: FRA, ITA, ESP, KOR

Look Up to the Stars

By Katie Cotton

Illustrated by Miren Asiani Lora

A parent and child go in search of a star, but what will

happen when they find it out of reach? This lyrical

picture book celebrates imagination, adventure,

coming home—and the idea that sometimes what you

are looking for is right under your nose.

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From the same authors:

My Mum Always Looks After Me So Much

By Sean Taylor

Illustrated by David Barrow

Little Gorilla is going to the doctor for an injection. His

mum says it’s because she has to look after him. But

that’s the problem - his mum always looks after him so

much. First she makes him eat broccoli, then whenever

he sneezes he has to put on an extra sweater. And now

an injection! An ode to mothers and the way they look

after their children, Little Gorilla eventually realises its

not so bad being looked after so much.

276 x 235mm, 32pp

Rights sold: KOR

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My Dad

By Susan Quinn

Illustrated by Marina Ruiz

A beautiful and lyrical celebration of the ordinary – of

the everyday little things that one child’s dad does for

him which makes him the best dad in the world. Not all

dads are high flying businessmen, not all dads are

strong and brave, not all dads are adventurers. But all

dads are special to their child.

250 x 250mm, 32pp

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300 x 220mm, 40pp

Rights sold: DEU, GLG, KOR, BRA

Rights sold: CHN, TWN, DNK,

DUT, FRA, GLG, DEU, GRC, HEB,

ISL, ITA, KOR, NOR, PRT, RUS,

ESP, SWE, TUR, BRA, LAT.AM

The Way to Treasure Island

By Lizzy Stewart

Matilda wants to find treasure but her dad keeps getting

distracted in this funny, adventure-packed story about

family.

There’s a Tiger in the Garden

By Lizzy Stewart

When Grandma says she’s seen a tiger in the garden, Nora

doesn’t believe her. She’s too old to play Grandma’s silly games!

She knows there’s absolutely, definitely no way there could be a

tiger in the garden… could there?

This beautiful picture book is about the power of imagination.

Winner of the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize 2017.

From the same author...

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Apple Cake

By Dawn Casey

Illustrated by Genevieve Godbout

In this simple rhyming story from the author of Held in Love, a

child says thank you for the gifts nature provides, from

hazelnuts in the hedgerows to apples from the tree, eggs from

the hens and milk from the cow. Eventually the family has

enough ingredients to make something special… a delicious

apple cake.

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216 x 270mm, 32pp

Rights sold: FRA, KOR, PRT GENEVIEVE GODBOUT lives in Montreal where she works as a

children’s book and fashion illustrator. She studied traditional

animation in Montreal and at the prestigious school of “Gobelins”

in Paris.

DAWN CASEY has a particular specialism in the retelling of

folktales. for a range of educational and trade publishers. Her

collection The Barefoot Book of Earth Tales won a Golden Nautilus

Award and received an accolade from the American Folklore

Society.

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If All the World Were…

By Joseph Coelho

Illustrated by Allison Colpoys

A moving, lyrical picture book about a young girl’s love for

her grandad and how she copes when he dies.

This powerful and ultimately uplifting test is an ideal way

to introduce children to the concept of death and dying,

particularly children who have lost a grandparent.

276 x 235mm, 32pp

Rights sold: CAT, FRA, F.CAN, ITA, JPN,

KOR, PRT, ESP, CHL, LTU, BRA

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Cloud Forest

By Victoria Turnbull

A child’s Umpa teaches them to read and to follow the

words, out the garden gate and all the way to the sea.

Every day is a new adventure. They visit castles in the air,

feast with friends and sail away on the rains. But then one

day, Umpa isn't there…

This beautiful story from acclaimed artist Victoria Turnbull

speaks of the power of books to bring people together,

and to help us remember loved ones when they’re no

longer with us.

Pandora

By Victoria Turnbull

Pandora lives alone in a world of broken things.

She makes herself a handsome home from all

that people have left behind, but no one ever

comes to visit. Then one day something falls

from the sky… a bird with a broken wing.

By the same author...

275 x 240mm, 32pp

Rights sold: CHN, DUT, FRA,

DEU, ITA, KOR, ROU, RUS

276 x 235mm, 32pp

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This Book Can Read Your Mind

By Susannah Lloyd

Illustrated by Jacob Grant

‘This book can read your mind. I will just need you to think of

something, but whatever you do, don’t think of anything silly.

Like a pink elephant…’

When the page is turned, sure enough, a pink elephant

appears! This funny, interactive book plays on the idea that

when you’re told not to think of something, somehow it is all

you can think about..

276 x 235mm, 32pp

Rights sold: ESP, CAT

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The Incredible Hotel

By Kate Davies

Illustrated by Isabelle Follath

If you ever go to the great city of Delaunay, take a left at the

Duchess’s palace and cross the Bridge of Spires, and there you

will find The Incredible Hotel. Everything runs like clockwork,

thanks to Stefan the Kitchen Porter. Until one day when a fire

starts in the kitchen just as the Duchess arrives… can Stefan

save the day?

276 x 235mm, 40pp

Rights sold: DEU, CAT, ESP, JPN

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Kites

By Simon Mole

Illustrated by Oamul Lu

David knows that to fit in at Fivehills he needs a kite. But

when he makes one, the other kids in town aren’t too

impressed. They say it needs this, then it needs that, then

it needs something else… soon David’s kite doesn't feel

like his any more. But then he remembers what his

grandad always said: “Let’s see what we’ve already got.

More often than not, we’ll find the answer inside” and

David learns that when you’re happy with yourself,

friends will follow.

A heartfelt story of friendship and belonging from

performance poet Simon Mole.

290 x 235mm, 32pp

Flock

By Gemma Koomen

Far, far away from here, at the edge of the wild North

woods, there is a great tree. It’s the home of some little

people who have heads the size of hazelnuts and stand as

tall as your thumb. They are the Tree Keepers. One of them,

Sylvia, is a bit scared of the noisy games of the others, but

when she finds a little lost bird, she begins a journey that

will teach her all about friendship and community. This is a

beautiful story from artist Gemma Koomen, who sells

drawings and merchandise of her ‘little people’ via her

online shop.

290 x 235mm, 40pp

Rights sold: DUT, KOR, PRT

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275 x 236mm, 32pp

Rights sold: FIN, FRA, F.CAN, ITA, DEU,

ESP, CAT, GRC, KOR, ROU, HRV, ISL,

SWE, SVN, NOR, DUT, LAT.AM, JPN,

PRT, HEB, THA, EST, LTU, UKR, BRA

Greta and the Giants

By Zoe Tucker

Illustrated by Zoe Persico

Greta is a little girl who lives in a beautiful forest threatened

by Giants. When the Giants first came to the forest they

chopped down trees to make houses. Then they chopped

down more trees to make even bigger homes. The houses

grew into towns and the towns grew into cities, until there

was hardly any forest left. Greta knows she has to help the

animals, but how?

Luckily Greta has an idea that will lead to the Giants and the

forest animals working together in harmony.

“No one is too small to

make a difference”

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This fictionalised children’s picture book rewrites the story of climate change champion

Greta Thunberg, the Swedish teenager who has led a global movement to bring

awareness to the world’s climate crisis.

Told as an allegory, an additional section at the back informs readers about the real

Greta, and advises them on what they can do to help fight against the “Giants.”

• A donation from each sale goes to

• Eco-friendly printing on recycled paper

• Locally produced to minimise emissions

ZOË TUCKER is an art director and designer, and has worked with best-selling artists including Lizzy Stewart,

Axel Scheffler, Nick Sharratt and Helen Stephens. Her first picture book, Ada Lovelace and the Number-

Crunching Machine, will publish in September 2019.

ZOE PERSICO is an illustrator with a love for the cute, the colourful, and all things whimsical. When she’s not

drawing and painting away, you can find her hiking through lush forests, playing Dungeons & Dragons, or

snuggled up with a cup of coffee or tea. She lives in Florida with her partner and dog.

GRETA THUNBERG is an activist for climate change. This book is based on her story.

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NEW Love

By Corrinne Averiss

Illustrated by Kirsti Beautyman

Tess loves her family, but when she has to leave for her

first day of school, she is worried her love might not

stretch that far. That’s when she notices she is connected

to home by a string and that all the children at school

have love strings!

An uplifting picture book, bringing comfort to children

who are going to school for the first time.

290 x 235mm, 32pp

CORRINNE AVERISS is a writer of thoughtful and humorous stories

for children. She is the author of Joy, Hope, and now Love. Corinne

also writes and produces for children’s television in the UK and created

the four-time Children’s BAFTA-winning Share a Story competition.

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Joy

By Corrinne Averiss

Illustrated by Isabelle Follath

Fern’s Nanna has not been herself lately, she has lost her

joy. With her catching-kit at the ready, Fern goes to the

park and finds joy in all sorts of unusual places. But joy

doesn't fit in a bag, or a box, or a tin! How will she

manage to bring some back to Nanna?

Emotional, funny and uplifting, this beautiful picture

book has a strong message about empathy and

maintaining loving relationships with our grandparents.

Guaranteed to bring a bit of joy into every reader’s life.

290 x 235mm, 32pp

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Hope

By Corrinne Averiss

Illustrated by Sebastian Pelon

Comet is Finn’s dog, and his very best friend. But one

day Comet won’t get out of his basket, not even for his

very favourite things!

Emotional, funny and uplifting, this beautiful picture

book shows children not to give up hope when times are

uncertain.

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Your Mind is Like the Sky

By Bronwen Ballard

Illustrated by Laura Carlin

Your mind is like the sky. Sometimes it’s clear and blue, but

sometimes a raincloud thought comes along and makes

everything seem dark. So what can we do about rainclouds?

This beautiful picture book, written by psychologist Bronwen

Ballard and illustrated by award-winning artist Laura Carlin,

shows children that worries and negative thoughts are normal,

and helps them develop healthy thinking habits.

Tips on mindfulness and extra resources for parents are

included at the back of the book. 290 x 235mm, 32pp

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Your Mind is Like the Sky

By Bronwen Ballard

Illustrated by Laura Carlin

Your mind is like the sky. Sometimes it’s clear and blue, but

sometimes a raincloud thought comes along and makes

everything seem dark. So what can we do about rainclouds?

This beautiful picture book, written by psychologist Bronwen

Ballard and illustrated by award-winning artist Laura Carlin,

shows children that worries and negative thoughts are normal,

and helps them develop healthy thinking habits.

Tips on mindfulness and extra resources for parents are

included at the back of the book.

Wolf Girl

By Jo Loring-Fisher

Sophy is a shy child, who only feels brave in her wolf

costume. All of the other kids laugh at her, until one

day Sophy meets a wolf that shows her how to be

strong and brave like a wolf.

This is a story about conquering that feeling of

shyness, being brave and finding you voice when you

need it the most.

229 x 279mm, 32pp

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Ways to Say I Love You

By Marilyn Singer

Illustrated by Alette Straathof

A sweet and lyrical picture book for younger children

celebrating all the ways that creatures on our planet say 'I love

you'. From snuggling garter snakes to big, cosy bear hugs, this

book in verse shares how animals we'd expect, and some we

wouldn't, express affection for each other. Each animal

interaction is compared with a similar human one, showing that

we are not so different from our animal neighbours.

290 x 235mm, 32pp

One World, Many Colours

By Ben Lerwill

Illustrated by Alette Straathof

A lyrical celebration of the vibrant colours waiting to be found

in all corners of the world. From the white hot sands of the

Sahara desert to the soft pink blossoms of the Japanese

countryside. The same colours can be found everywhere else in

the world, in nature, in our cities and in our cultures,

290 x 235mm, 32pp

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How Selfish!

By Clare Helen Welsh & Olivier Tallec

Dot and Duck are back with a new story and even more

giggles. One day Duck finds a stick, only Dot thinks it’s

a sword and Duck thinks it’s a flag. When Dot refuses to

share her new toy, how will Duck react to her selfish

behaviour?

A hilarious story, with an important message and a

touching ending.

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How Rude!

Just try not to laugh with every page turn of this book

as Duck gets ruder and ruder and Dot’s tea party gets

more and more chaotic…

A simple yet hilarious story about manners and

friendship.

In the same series...

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Rusty the Squeaky Robot

By Neil Clark

Rusty is a friendly robot, but not a very happy one. The

other robots on Planet Robotone soon show Rusty that

being a little bit different is the best way to be. This

charming story about friendship and self-discovery has a

strong, empowering message about acceptance and

embracing individuality.

With wonderful, contemporary illustrations that will appeal

to young children and parents alike.

250 x 250mm, 32pp

My Friend Sleep

By Laura Baker

Illustrated by Hannah Peck

Journey through a little girl’s dreams, alongside her friend sleep.

Greet friendly aliens, ride on a dragon’s back and meet a scary

monster who turns out to be not so scary after all.

A story that reminds children of the joy of dreams and how to deal

with nightmares.

250 x 250mm, 32pp

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Series: Everybody Feels

By Moira Harvey

Illustrated by Holly Sterling

All children feel jealous, lonely, shy and worried at

some point and will need support handling these

emotions. The successful Everybody Feels series

looks at why children may feel a certain way and

explains how they can deal with their emotions in a

constructive way.

253 x 230mm, 24pp

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NEW NEW Series: A Helping Hand

By Nancy Loewen & Elisa Paganelli

Providing a picture book approach to PSHE

topics, A Helping Hand helps children

understand and cope with upsetting

situations they might face. The stories will

enable children to talk about their own

situation and express how they are feeling

while notes for parents and teachers will

help care-givers provide answers and

support children in the best way possible.

253 x 230mm, 24pp

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The Perfect Project

By Dr. Tracy Packiam Alloway

Ana Sanfelippo

When Charlie’s class have to do a project about trains, can he use his SEN

superpowers to help his group get the job done?

This title explores the topic of autism with an empowering story and

adorable illustrations.

The Playground Problem

When Ruby notices that Joey is being bullied, can she use her SEN

superpowers to help him?

This title explores the topic of anxiety with an empowering story and

adorable illustrations.

203 x 203mm, 24pp

The Classroom Mystery

Someone has been stealing food

from Snowball, the class bunny! Can

Izzy use her SEN superpowers to

track down the culprit?

This title explores the topic of ADHD.

The Map Challenge

When Sammy’s group lose their map

on a camping trip, can he use his

SEN superpowers to lead them safely

back to the campsite?

This title explores dyslexia.

The SEN superpowers series approaches special educational needs topics with sensitivity and positivity,

using entertaining stories and beautiful illustrations that children will love. The author, Dr. Tracy Packiam

Alloway is a subject expert.

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My First Bible Stories

The perfect introduction to both the Old and the New Testaments for young children, this series

combines simple retellings of popular bible stories with fabulous illustrations. These well-known and

well-loved tales are perfect for reading together, as well as alone. Each book ends with a ‘next steps’

page, which focus on both the story and general learning opportunities for the child.

253 x 230mm, 24pp

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Silent Night

By Lara Hawthorne

Celebrate the magic of Christmas with this beautifully illustrated book,

based on the world’s best-loved carol. A gorgeous book for all the

family to share during the festive season.

216 x 270mm, 32pp

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The Nativity Story

A child-friendly picture book retelling of the nativity story that

comes with a glue-free model of the stable scene and

characters. Timeless illustrations by Kate McLelland and sturdy

card make this a product that can be put back on the

bookshelf then brought out to reuse year after year.

272 x 243 mm, 24 pp, tuck box

with 5 card model sheets

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Once upon a Mermaid’s Tail

By Beatrice Blue

Do you know how mermaid’s got their tails? It all began with a little boy called Theodore, who had a

collection of all of the best fish. One day he finds the most beautiful fish he has ever seen and he takes her

back to his collection. She is the most beautiful , unique fish, but she is not meant to be out of the ocean…

A charming tale of about how mermaid’s got their tales, with an environmental message that underlines how

important our oceans are and all of its beautiful fish!

Once upon a Dragon’s Fire

By Beatrice Blue

Do you know how dragons got their fire? It all began

once upon a magic kingdom, when a fearsome, terrifying

dragon stalked the land. He was so scary he made

children scream, he was so angry he made joy disappear,

and he was so evil that he blew huge storms out of his

jaws, which is why it is always so cold…

But when Freja and Silas met the dragon, they found

something very different indeed.

276 x 235mm, 40pp

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Coming next in the series...

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BEATRICE BLUE is a freelance visual development artist and

illustrator based in Montreal, with her husband and her dog

Jungle, always surrounded by great adventures and lots of

snow. Once upon a Dragon’s Fire is her second children’s book.

Once Upon a Unicorn Horn

By Beatrice Blue

A little girl finds magic flying horses in her garden, but

one of the, can’t fly! With the help of her parents, an ice

cream cone and a little bit of magic, she saves and the

day, and answers the question of how unicorns got their

horns.

This series from Dreamworks animation artist Beatrice

Blue is full of wonder, magic and heart. Each title looks

at how magical creatures for their distinguishing

features.

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The Bear and The Piano

One day, a bear stumbles across something he has never seen before - a piano,

which he teaches himself to play. He soon find himself on an incredible journey to

New York where his piano playing makes him a huge star. He has fame, fortune and

all the music in the world, but he misses the friends and family he has left behind…

The Bear, The Piano, The Dog and the Fiddle

Hector and his dog Hugo have made music together through good times and bad,

but when Hugo gets a chance to play with the Bear’s Big Band, can Hector swallow

his pride and learn to be happy for his friend?

Set in New Orleans with a new cast of animal musicians, this big-hearted story

teaches us that friendship, like good music, lasts forever.

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Now available as a sound book!

The Bear, The Piano and Little Bear’s Concert

You probably remember the story of the bear who found the piano

in the woods and grew up to become a huge star. But after a while,

the audiences got smaller, the pianos less grand, and the applause

died away. So Bear decided to retire. Now back in the woods, he is

sad that his dream is over but he soon has something to distract

him: Little Bear!

The final book in the award-winning, best-selling trilogy shows that

while fame and fortune might be temporary, the best songs will

stay in your heart forever.

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Lights on Cotton Rock

A little girl called Rose witnesses an alien spaceship landing at

Cotton Rock near her house. She visits the spaceship and

meets a young alien, but when she returns home no one

believes her story. She keeps returning to Cotton Rock as she

grows up, in the hope that the UFO will come back. Eventually,

after many years, she has a daughter and granddaughter of

her own and she’s starting to give up hope…

This new title from best-selling author David Litchfield is a tear

-jerking story that reminds us to keep believing, and about the

importance of family.

300 x 220mm, 40pp

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Grandad’s Secret Giant

Billy doesn't believe his grandad when he tells him there’s a giant living

in his town, doing good deeds for everyone. He knows that a giant is too

big to keep himself hidden. But as time goes on, Billy learns that some

secrets are too big to stay secret for long… This delightful story of

belonging and friendship teaches children the importance of tolerance

and acceptance.

300 x 220mm, 40pp

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DAVID LITCHFIELD first started to draw when he was very young, creating Star

Wars and Indiana Jones ‘mash up’ comics for his older brother and sister. His first

picture book with Frances Lincoln Children’s Books, The Bear and the Piano , won

the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize and became a best-seller in the UK and US.

It was shortlisted for 8 other awards in the UK and has sold in over 20 languages.

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Swan Lake

Discover the spellbinding magic of Swan Lake.

Trapped by an evil sorcerer in the body of a swan, how

will Princess Odette ever escape?

Visit the magical woodland clearing to find Prince Sieg-

fried, be mesmerised by cygnets dancing on the lake,

and watch as Odette battles the evil sorcerer for her

freedom.

Press the note on every page to hear the story come to

life with music from Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake.

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Carnival of the Animals

By Jessica Courtney-Tickle

Coming soon to the best-selling Story Orchestra series,

lose yourself in a magical world where all the animals

talk, dance and sing.

Set to Saint-Soen’s famous music, look out for the regal

lion, the graceful swan and the ginormous elephant all

on parade.

NEW

265 x 304mm, 24pp

Rights sold: DEU, TWN, DUT, GRC

Over 600,000 foreign language

copies sold worldwide!

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Four Seasons in One Day

Discover what it would be like to travel through the

four seasons in one day. Follow Isabelle and her dog,

Pickle, on the adventure of a lifetime.

Watch as the seasons change and hear music from

Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by pressing a button on each

new spread.

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The Nutcracker

It is Christmas Eve at Clara’s house. Scents of ginger,

chocolate and peppermint waft through the air.

Follow Clara on a magical Christmas adventure in this

musical retelling of the classic ballet. Push the button on

each beautiful scen to hear the vivid sound of an

orchestra playing from Tchaikovsky’s original score.

The Sleeping Beauty

Join the King and Queen as they throw a party for their

new baby, Princess Aurora. But when a terrible guest

arrives and places a curse on the princess, the kingdom

must find the one special person who can defeat it…

A stunning retelling of the classic ballet story brought to

life by Tchaikovsky’s original score.

Guardian: “A lively retelling, enriched by Jessica

Courtney-Tickle’s luscious illustrations—each

spread is like an illuminated garden.”

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Other titles in the series...

...plus many more!

240 x 195mm, 32pp

Explore the lives of remarkable people, from

designers and artists to scientists and activists, with

the bestselling series Little People, big Dreams!

This empowering series offers inspirational

messages to children of all ages in a range of

formats.

With 32 titles published and another 16 being

published in 2020, this is an unstoppable brand.

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17 titles already available as board

books, with more to come!

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Book and Paper Doll Gift sets

Read these inspiring stories, then press out the cardboard

figures and role play in an interactive learning experience.

Each set contains 1 HB book and 3 sheets of card with

press-out pieces.

Box sets

Meet three inspirational women with these boxed gift

sets, each centring around a different theme.

Other box sets include Women in Art and Women in

Science. Each set contains 3 HB books.

Board book: 156 x 126.5mm, 24pp

275 x 210mm, 32pp

254 x 206mm, 96pp

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NEW Little Me, Big Dreams Journal

Full of activities to complete and colour this is the perfect journal for children

who are starting to write. Inspirational messages and connections to the real

people in the Little People Big Dreams series throughout this journal will

encourage children to dream big and start thinking about their greatest

ambitions.

Over 2 million English language

copies sold worldwide!

Wide Eyed Editions was founded in 2014 and creates

original non-fiction for children and families. The imprint

champions contemporary illustration and physical books,

bringing a new sense of wonder to classic themes in

simple, quality formats that look and feel like beautiful

objects. Wide Eyed books focus on key interests in the

arts, natural history and armchair travel.

With a 35-year heritage of books that celebrate the

diversity of our world, Frances Lincoln Children's Books is

the back-to-back Waterstone prize-winning publisher of

today. Boasting the best-selling Little People Big Dreams

series, we also publish beautifully-illustrated natural

history and novelty titles alongside our boutique picture

book list.

Quarto Children's Books is a co-edition publisher

of exciting, innovative paper-engineered books for

children of all ages. We make quality illustrated non-

fiction titles, covering a range of high-interest topics from

the animal kingdom to outer space, giants to cars – for

publishers selling into all international markets.

Ivy Kids produces beautiful books that will get kids

making, creating, thinking, playing and dreaming.

Covering all sorts of areas, including cool, contemporary

kids' crafts, awesome art activities, and fresh nonfiction

topics, our books will get kids of all ages imagining,

innovating, and above all, having fun!

A high-quality imprint for young children which

encapsulates three main focuses: Imagination, Innovation

and Inspiration. words & pictures represents a powerful

and positive opportunity to open children's minds to a

world of discovery through artful picture books and

illustrated non-fiction.

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Edutainment is the key focus of QED's approach – we aim

to both educate and entertain. Humour, fresh design and

great illustrations combine to make learning engaging

and fun for children aged between four and eleven.

QED's diverse range of titles covers everything from

innovative non-fiction to clever and highly original

picture books. Get inspired and get learning – the fun

starts here!

Wee Gallery is a brand specialising in toys and books

especially developed for very young children, using high-

contrast black-and-white designs that baby’s eyes enjoy.

Sweet Pea Press makes novelty pre-school children’s

books. Our creative team has become a valued supplier

to the international co-edition market throughout the

world and has earned a reputation for innovation and

imagination. We specialize in multilingual co-editions of

our own titles, but we use creativity to tailor our formats

to suit many markets.

Publishing fun and imaginative books and kits for

children of all ages on art, transportation, history, craft,

gardening, and more. Building on the success of Walter

Foster Publishing, a leader in the art instruction field for

more than 90 years, Walter Foster Jr. develops high-

quality and affordable books that spark excitement and

curiosity and inspire lifelong interests.

For more than 30 years, becker&mayer! has produced

extraordinary books for publishing partners worldwide.

Our award-winning formats integrate print with unique

components, electronics, and audio, making each title an

engaging experience. With co-edition partners in over 30

countries, we take pride in exceeding expectations.

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