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Cover artwork: William Grill, Bandoola: The Great Elephant Rescue
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BANDOOLA: THE GREAT ELEPHANT RESCUE William Grill Ages 7+ | 305 x 245 mm | 80pp | £15.99 | Hardback Foil | UV Gel Spot
In this moving tale, join war veteran James Howard Williams as he encounters Bandoola, a working Asian elephant for the first time. Working together on a teak plantation, the two develop a rare friendship, which even today set standards around elephant care and conservation. When another war forces them to leave their home in the Burmese jungle, the two undertake a journey that will test their friendship, taking trust, understanding and bravery to the very limit. Together, they lead a group of refugees and over 70 elephants to safety, scaling 5000ft mountains as they cross the border from Myanmar (Burma) into northern India. Based on a true story as told by Williams in his account Elephant Bill, this book assesses our relationship with animals and each other and the world in which we live in. Perhaps most important of all, it forces us to reconsider what we perceive to be impossible. COVER NOT FINAL
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William Grill is a London-based illustrator who draws most of his inspiration from the natural world, and enjoys working in coloured pencils and relief printmaking. As well as running a weekly art club, William has given workshops at The Design Museum, Southbank Centre, schools and universities.
BY THE SAME AUTHOR: SHACKLETON'S JOURNEY Rights sold: Bulgarian, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Chinese (Simplified and Complex), Spanish, Ukrainian Awards: CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal
THE WOLVES OF CURRUMPAW Rights sold: Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Chinese (Simplified and Complex), Spanish Awards: Bologna Ragazzi Award 2017
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CURIOUS ABOUT CROCODILES Owen Davey Ages 7+ | 290 x 230 mm | 40pp | £12.99 | Hardback Matt Foil Deboss
Did you know that crocodiles can live to be over 100 years old, and can climb trees to sunbathe? They can even sense the vibrations from a single drop of water falling from the mouth of a drinking wildebeest over twenty metres away. Sink your teeth into this fascinating illustrated guide to the largest reptiles on Earth, full of juicy facts on crocodile behaviour, biology and myth, and packed with details on how we can live with and protect our scaly companions. Owen Davey is a freelance illustrator from the UK. His work has since been published in every continent except Antarctica, including the UK, America, Australia, Germany, France, Portugal, China and Korea. He has worked for The New York Times, Microsoft and Orange.
IN THE SAME SERIES: FANATICAL ABOUT FROGS
MAD ABOUT MONKEYS
SMART ABOUT SHARKS
CRAZY ABOUT CATS
BONKERS ABOUT BEETLES
OBSESSIVE ABOUT OCTOPUSES
Rights sold: Chinese (Simplified and Complex), Danish, Dutch, Farsi, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Vietnamese
Ages 7+ | 260 x 205 mm | 128pp | £14.99 | Hardback Pantone
Enter the incredible world of plants to learn about the green machines of the natural world. Using just the rays of the sun, trees and flowers help create everything from rubber to honey. Find out the powerful science going on in every leaf, petal and stem with vibrant illustrations that will make you look at plants in a whole new way. From expert ecologist and educator Michael Holland, this illustrated compendium celebrates the plants in your life, from minty toothpaste to the floral names in your classroom. This comprehensive guide covers everything from the parts of a plant through to conservation, and also features DIY projects for young gardeners. Michael Holland is the former Head of Education at Chelsea Physic Garden. He is also a photographer, compost nerd and wildlife gardener. Philip Giordano is an Italian illustrator born in a small coastal town in Liguria, of Philippine and Swiss descent. He attended the Brera Fine Arts Academy in Milan, the IED (European Institute of Design) and subsequently gained a Masters in Animation Techniques in Turin.
Rights sold: Arabic, Basque, Chinese Simplified, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Spanish Catalan, Turkish, Vietnamese
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I ATE SUNSHINE FOR BREAKFAST Michael Holland and Philip Giordano
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AMAZON RIVER Sangma Francis and Romolo D’Hipolito Ages 7+ | 305 x 245 mm | 80pp | £14.99 | Hardback Deboss
It is the widest, largest river on planet Earth, surrounded by deep rainforest and home to an incredible array of wildlife. Welcome to the Amazon. Take a journey through South America along the winding Amazon River, spotting tree frogs, piranhas, snakes and tropical insects along the way. Where does the river begin, and where does it end? Which animals dwell in its murky waters and how much life does it sustain in the habitats all along its banks? Through gorgeous, detailed illustrations, the mysteries of the Amazon are revealed. Rights sold: Chinese Simplified, Dutch, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish, Vietnamese Sangma Francis is a children’s book writer of non-fiction and fiction. She is the author of Everest, which was selected 'Outstanding Science Book' by the Children's Books Council (2019), and received a special mention at the Bologna Ragazzi Awards 2019. Angela has worked with Thames and Hudson, Tate Books, Little Gestalten and Phaidon. Romolo D’Hipolito is a Brazilian artist and illustrator. He is the winner of the 2019 Golden Pinwheel Special Mention Award and the 2018 Iberoamérica Ilustra Catalog Official Selection.
IN THE SAME SERIES: THE GREAT BARRIER REEF Helen Scales and Lisk Feng Rights sold: Bulgarian, Chinese Simplified, French, German, Korean, Spanish
EVEREST Sangma Francis and Lisk Feng Rights sold: Basque, Bulgarian, Chinese (Simplified and Complex), Czech, Dutch, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Spanish Catalan, Tibetan, Ukrainian, Vietnamese Awards: Bologna Ragazzi Award 2019, special mention category Opera Prima
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BEETLES FOR BREAKFAST
...AND OTHER WEIRD AND WONDERFUL WAYS TO SAVE THE PLANET
Madeleine Finlay and Jisu Choi
Ages 7+ | 310 x 245 mm | 88pp | £14.99 | Hardback Neon Pantone | Deboss
We all know the effects that climate change and global warming are having on our planet – but what we don’t all know is some of the strange and inventive ways scientists are working to find practical and imaginative answers to these big problems. Following scenes from the breakfast table to at school, in the park and at the farm, we see how some of these inventions could fit into everyday life: from brushing your teeth with biodegradable algae, to eating beetle burgers for lunch and doing your homework to a light powered by poo. With a mixture of abstract, infographicstyle artwork and topical, funny and expertly-researched facts, children will love seeing familiar scenes with a futuristic twist, teaching them all about the cool, exciting and sometimes quite strange inventions that could be commonplace in the not-so-distant future. Rights sold: Korean Madeleine Finlay is a freelance science writer, with a first-class Undergraduate Master’s in Physics, Honours Astrophysics and a Master’s in Science Communication. She works with clients such as the BBC and New Scientist, among others. Jisu Choi is an illustrator based in South Korea. Since graduating with a degree in Visual Graphics from Hong-ik University, Jisu has worked with clients such as the New Yorker and Audi Volkswagen, among others. She has published many comic books and zines.
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CURIOUS CREATURES: GLOWING IN THE DARK
Zoë Armstrong and Anja Sušanj
Ages 7+ | 270 x 230 mm | 40pp | £12.99 | Hardback Deboss | Two Neon Pantones
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If you were to look down at the earth at night, you might think that humans glow in the dark. Our towns, cities and motorways glitter with electric light. But did you know that in nooks and crannies and under the sea, there are creatures that make light all by themselves? Curious creatures that really do glow in the dark….
From bioluminescent fireflies and anglerfish to fluorescent puffins, scorpions and squirrels, this beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture book tells stories of amazing glowing animals. Children will discover how and why these creatures glow, and explore how humans have tried to harness their dazzling skills. A perfect book for children with a curiosity to learn more about the wonderful animals we share our planet with. Zoë Armstrong trained as a journalist and works as a freelance writer in Brighton, where she lives with her daughter. In 2019, she received the SCBWI Margaret Carey Scholarship for Picture Book Writers. Her first book Find the Spy, was published in 2020. Anja Sušanj is originally from coastal Croatia, she received an MA in illustration at the University of the Arts London and has worked with the New York Times, Monocle, Time Out and more. Her first book was The Secret Lives of Mermaids with Flying Eye Books.
Ages 7+ | 306 x 230 mm | 56pp | £14.99 | Hardback Red Metallic Foil
Looking Up is a celebration of telescopes around the world and speeding through space. These incredible structures gaze out into the solar system and beyond, helping us learn about distant stars and planets. Discover these amazing feats of engineering with cutaway illustrations, alongside detailed explanations of the science of light. All over the world, people have built fantastic instruments for looking up into the sky. These telescopes are not just engineering marvels – they are monuments to curiosity and wonder. Discover the physics behind astronomy and stargazing, from the reason that telescopes are often built in deserts to how scientists can tell what planets are made of, even from million of light years away. Rights sold: Arabic, Chinese Simplified, Czech, Korean Jacob Kramer graduated from Harvard with a degree in Visual and Environmental Studies. He has collaborated with Khan Academy to find new ways to explain core scientific concepts. Stephanie Scholz studied drawing and print making at the University of Fine Arts in Berlin. She has made illustrations for the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, The New York Times, and Die Zeit among others.
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LOOKING UP Jacob Kramer and Stephanie Scholz
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THE SECRET LIVES OF DRAGONS Zoya Agnis and Alexander Utkin Ages 7+ | 290 x 245 mm | 64pp | £14.99 | Hardback Navy and Green Pantone | Gold Metallic Foil
Never seen a dragon before? Are you sure? Did you catch a glimpse of a huge shadow across the clouds one foggy day, and wonder where it came from? Have you walked through a forest, only to find yourself surrounded by mysterious mist that makes you lose your way? What if we told you that these occurrences were all caused by dragons? Dragons have earned a very bad reputation through history as avaricious gold-hoarders and the terrors of countless villages. But now, dragon researchers are ready to publish the truth about these majestic creatures in this beautifully illustrated field guide, full of dragon-spotting tips, ancient legends, anatomical studies and everything else you could possibly need to know about these mysterious marvels. Zoya Agnis is a world-famous Drackenosopher, leading the field in the study of dragons around the world, learning how these fantastic creatures think, behave and socialise. Alexander Utkin is an illustrator, comic artist, designer and musician from Russia. Clients include Samsung, Universal Music and WWF. He is the author of the Gamayun Tales series. Rights sold: Chinese Simplified, Russian
IN THE SAME SERIES: THE SECRET LIVES OF MERMAIDS (HARDBACK)
THE SECRET LIVES OF UNICORNS (HARDBACK)
THE SECRET LIVES OF UNICORNS (PAPERBACK)
Rights sold: Chinese Simplified, Russian, Spanish, Spanish Catalan, Swedish, Ukrainian
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A SPELLBINDING HISTORY OF WITCHES AND OTHER MAGICAL FOLK
Matt Ralphs and Núria Tamarit
Ages 8+ | 290 x 220 mm | 80pp | £14.99 | Hardback Foil Deboss
Discover everything you need to know about witches in this beautifully illustrated compendium. Magic and witchcraft have fascinated us for thousands of years. But were the witches we’ve heard about all evil, vengeful sorceresses? Did they really fly on broomsticks and have green skin? Were they even all women? From Ancient Mesopotamian priests to modern day Wiccans, find out the real truth about witches throughout history and across the globe, in this spellbinding book filled with myths, legends and magic. Matt Ralphs has been fascinated with witches, ghosts and anything a little bit creepy ever since he was a child. He is the bestselling author of the fiction titles Fire Witch and Fire Girl. He lives on a boat in London, UK. Núria Tamarit is a freelance illustrator and comic artist, and has illustrated numerous children's books. Her cliet list includes The Valencianer, Usborne and Nobrow. She lives in Barcelona, Spain. Rights sold: German, Russian, Spanish
Ages 7+ | 310 x 245 mm | 64pp | £12.99 | Hardback Gold Foil
Delve deep into the mythology of Ancient Greece in this stunning compendium of tales. From the heros of Athens and Sparta to gods and goddesses, take a magical illustrated journey through the Mediterranean. You’ll learn about the places where each story took place, and why myths matter. From Zeus’s power struggles to the incredible Labours of Heracles, explore this enchanting and complex world through beautiful storytelling by expert Marchella Ward, and breathtaking artwork from Sander Berg. Marchella Ward is an archivist and researcher at the University of Oxford, UK and a lecturer in Theatre and Performance at Goldsmith’s College, where she specialises in Greek and Roman tragedies. Sander Berg is a Swedish illustrator. His artwork focuses on colour, texture and contemporary digital artwork. A Journey Through Greek Myths is his first children’s book. Rights sold: Russian, German
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A JOURNEY THROUGH GREEK MYTHS Marchella Ward and Sander Berg
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CREATURE Andrea Ballance and Grasya Oliyko Ages 3+ | 230 x 270 mm | 32pp | £12.99 | Hardback Neon Pantone
Creature is dreaming and playing in space, causing worlds to be born in the big bangs she creates. Her eyes shine like nebulas as she surveys the vast expanse she calls home. Silence and stillness envelop her, as she readies herself to … POUNCE! Open your eyes to beauty and wonder in galaxy-sized proportions with this magical, mystical picture book. Written in rhythmic prose with lively and bright illustrations, this calming and beautiful combination of the comfort of cats and the magic of space is the perfect bedtime read. Andrea Ballance is a writer and community artist who graduated with a BA in Art in the Community from The University of West London. Previously a nun in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, Andrea now lives in the UK raising two amazing and talented humans. Grasya Oliyko is a children’s picture book illustrator from in Kyiv, Ukraine. She is the author of the picture book, The Story Told by Zhuka.
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WHEN I'M BIG Ella Bailey
Ages 3+ | 230 x 270 mm | 32pp | £12.99 | Hardback Emboss
When tiny Fern hatches from a lone egg deep within an ancient forest, she sets out to discover where she came from and what she’ll be like when she’s big. Meeting many other dinosaurs on her travels, will Fern ever find out who she is and where she came from? A sweet and touching story about finding your place in the world, wherever that may be. Ella Bailey is an illustrator and writer who graduated from Falmouth University with a First Class Honours in Illustration. She focuses on creating charming characters and characterbased illustrations, particularly for stories and children’s books. Bailey’s style is playful and engaging, resulting in stories that are charged with imagination and will captivate any young reader. She currently lives and works in Nottingham, UK.
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THE PLANET IN A PICKLE JAR Martin Stanev Ages 3+ | 270 x 230 mm | 32pp | £12.99 | Hardback Deboss
When two siblings visit Grandma’s house for a routine visit, they can’t help but think she’s stuffy, plain and no fun at all. But what they don’t realise is that Grandma has a secret she’s yet to reveal – and she might not be as boring as they first thought. A book touching on the importance of protecting the world we live in, whilst also reinforcing the beauty of grandparent and grandchildren relationships. This poignant and humorous picture book from debut author/illustrator Martin Stanev would make a beautiful, and fun, addition to any child’s bookshelf. Martin Stanev grew up in Bulgaria and moved to the UK to study Illustration at Falmouth University. He draws inspiration from childhood nostalgia and Eastern European imagery and design. Martin has made his new home south of the Lake District, UK where the landscape brings back memories of home. This is Martin’s first book.
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WHEN I WAS A FAIRY Tom Silson and Ewa Poklewska-Koziełło Ages 3+ | 260 x 230 mm | 32pp | £12.99 | Hardback Clothspine | Foil | Gel UV
When I was a fairy, I used to dance on daffodils. I used to bounce on blueberries and ride on raindrops. When I was a fairy, mountains were molehills. Back when I was a fairy … I’d almost forgot. When I was a Fairy is a heart-warming tale about love, loss and growing old. Touching on themes of dementia, old age and relationships between grandparents and their grandchildren, this is not only a story about fairies, but also on the magic of life and what we can share with one another from generation to generation. Tom Silson is a solicitor based in Manchester with a passion for children’s books, rhyme and writing. When I was a Fairy grew from a conversation he had with his eldest daughter. Ewa Poklewska-Koziełło is an illustrator and architect from Poland, working from Sopot. She has illustrated many books for children and has a unique and playful style, perfect for fairies and pirates!
Ages 3+ | 270 x 230 mm | 40pp | £12.99 | Hardback Gel UV
Asta the cat is on a mission: to be the greatest racer her neighbourhood has ever seen. She needs to show those alley cats who the real slow pokes are! And what better opportunity than the Kibble Hill Rally? Using a bit of ingenuity and a washing machine, Asta’s ready to take on the other racers, but can she compete with Marvin’s souped-up shopping basket or Anton’s sleek sportscar and win the race? Buckle up for this lively tale from Ricky Trickartt about the importance of getting stuck in, even when your dreams might feel out of reach… Ricky Trickartt is a graphic artist who can barely contain his creativity. Over the past 15 years, he has developed and delivered hundreds of unique record covers and packaging designs. Ricky has created artwork for clients like BBC Radio 1 and Red Bull, and directs the visual output of the renowned independent electronic music label Hospital Records.
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JUNIPER MAE: KNIGHT OF TYKOTECH CITY Sarah Soh Ages 6+ | 295 x 215 mm | 64pp | £8.99 | Paperback Gel UV | Holographic Foil
Juniper Mae is a small genius on several missions; to become a Guardian Knight, be the world's greatest inventor and to save Tykotech City! No big deal then... However, an accident when testing her latest invention leaves her lost and alone in the dark forest COVER NOT FINAL around the city. Instead of encountering a fearsome forest beast, she meets Albie the frogling, a cute but grumpy critter who knows the forest like the back of his sticky hand. As two bond over their love of the Guardian Knight legends that both of their cultures share, they pool their knowledge to create the most incredible invention yet: glowing knight armour! But can these two tiny heroes solve the mystery of the power cuts plaguing Tykotech City? Can they foil the plans of the sinister cloaked figure in the forest? And will Juniper become a true Guardian Knight? Sarah Soh Sarah grew up in Virginia before moving to Los Angeles to attend Otis College of Art & Design. Since graduating in 2010, she’s been working in animation at different studios such as South Park Studios, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, Netflix Animation, and Atomic Cartoons. This is her children's book debut. She currently lives in California, USA.
MASON MOONEY: DOPPELGÄNGER DETECTIVE Seaerra Miller Ages 7+ | 279x202 mm | 80pp | £8.99 | Paperback Gel UV
Your favourite paranormal investigator is back, with yet another adventure that is sure to have you gripped to your seat. No, it’s not dreamboat Trent Reilly and his Paranormal Society, it’s Mason Mooney! Never heard of him? Well, pick up Mason’s first book, Mason Mooney: Paranormal Investigator, and get reading – you won’t be disappointed. It’s Halloween in Grimbrook, and that really means something. It’s when the veil between our world and the world of the paranormal is at its thinnest, so it’s the perfect time for Mason to go hunting for ghouls and phantoms, break a witch’s curse and don his best fancy dress for a middle school dance. With parallel dimensions, evil doppelgängers and raining frogs, Mason Mooney: Doppelgänger Detective is another hilarious and spooky adventure for kids that love twists, turns and more unresolved mysteries. Seaerra Miller studied art at the Pacific Northwest College of Art and Design. Since graduating she has worked for several publications and organisations such as Cricket Media and Snap Chat. She has also worked with Flying Eye books as illustrator for their first three Hilda Netflix novels.
IN THE SAME SERIES: MASON MOONEY: PARANORMAL INVESTIGATOR Ages 7+ | 279x202 mm | 80pp | £8.99 | Paperback Rights sold: French, Korean, Spanish
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ALCATOE AND THE TURNIP CHILD Isaac Lenkiewicz Ages 6+ | 295 x 215 mm | 64pp | £8.99 | Paperback Gel UV
When her latest spell goes wrong, can Alcatoe, the not-so-wicked witch of Plum Woods, use her mischief and misguided magic to save the children of the neighbourhood?
Alcatoe was stood on a stool at her kitchen counter. It looked When village decides to hold a vegetable like she was preparing a new spell, or the evenlocal worse, a curse.
growing contest, the children are set to compete against the grumpiest old man in all of Plum Woods. COVER NOT FINAL They enlist Alcatoe’s help, and beg for a spell to grow the biggest turnip. But they don’t anticipate being turned into turnips themselves! Can Alcatoe right her wrongs and turn the children back to human form in time for the competition? And more importantly, can she save them from her greedy little pet hog? Disaster, humour and madness ensue in this laugh-out-loud fiction title that is perfect for middle-grade readers.
Isaac Lenkiewicz is an author and illustrator currently living in Devon, UK. He spends most of his time drawing things, and a lot of giants, moon men and creatures that lived hundreds of millions of years ago pop up in his work. Isaac is the author of Triassic Terrors and also self-publishes many of his own comics.
THE ADVENTURES OF TEAM POM: THE LAST DODO Isabel Roxas Ages 7+ | 225 x160 mm | c.96pp | £9.99 | Paperback Gel UV
It’s the summer break in Shadyside, Queens, and the team have continued their investigation into the mysterious, shady organisation called C.A.O.S, hoping to discover what evil deeds its sinister boss Steve plans to dish out next. Seeking a bit of quiet from their busy case, the trio head to the American Museum of Natural History to check in with Ruby’s mother, an ornithologist heading up research on the remains of the last dodo, currently frozen and kept under guard in the museum… but not for long! After the remains are stolen by Steve’s two crafty rodent minions, Team Pom discover Steve’s hidden base of operations under the subway system and finally uncover his master plan. Can they foil Steve’s schemes in time to save the entire city? Can peanut butter really save the day? Or will the poor citizens of New York City suffer a feathery fate? COVER NOT FINAL
Isabel Roxas is an is an author/illustrator, ceramicist and micro-publisher. who was born in the Philippines. She has illustrated several books for young readers, including Goodnight Songs (Sterling Books), Let Me Finish! (Disney-Hyperion) and Day at the Market (Adarna House), winner of the Philippine National Book Award. Isabel’s work has been recognised by American Illustration, HOW Magazine and 3x3 Magazine of Contemporary Illustration.
IN THE SAME SERIES: THE ADVENTURES OF TEAM POM: SQUID HAPPENS Ages 7+ | 225 x160 mm | 96pp | £9.99 | Paperback
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HILDA AND THE MOUNTAIN KING Luke Pearson Ages 6+ | 300 x 215 mm | 80pp | £12.95 | Hardback Cloth spine | Spot UV
See what new and unexpected perils await our beloved blue-haired adventurer in the sixth book from the widely praised series. We rejoin our heroine for her latest adventure just as she awakes to find herself... in the body of a troll! Her mum is worried sick, and now has to deal with the strange creature that seems to have taken Hilda's place. Rights sold: Chinese Simplified, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, Serbian, Slovenian, Swedish, Spanish, Ukrainian
OTHER TITLES IN THE HILDA COMICS SERIES: HILDA AND THE TROLL
HILDA AND THE MIDNIGHT GIANT
HILDA AND THE BIRD PARADE
HILDA AND THE BLACK HOUND
HILDA AND THE STONE FOREST
Luke Pearson is one of the leading talents of the UK comics scene. He was the winner of Young People’s Comic category at the British Comic Award in 2012 and been nominated for the Eisner Award’s Best Publication for Kids and Best Writer/Artist in 2013. He has also worked as a storyboard artist on Adventure Time.
Ages 7+ | 197 x 130 mm | £6.99 | Paperback
Based on the hit Netflix series. Join Hilda and Twig for more hilarious adventures in the illustrated fiction series.
Rights sold: Czech, Dutch, French, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish, Ukrainian, Turkish
HILDA TV TIE-IN BOOKS: HILDA'S SPARROW SCOUT BADGE GUIDE
HILDA'S BOOK OF BEASTS AND SPIRITS
Ages 6+ | 260 x 200 mm | 80pp £9.99 | Paperback
Ages 6+ | 260 x 210 mm | 80pp £14.99 | Hardback
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HOW TO PICK A FIGHT Lara Kaminoff 225 x 170mm | 216pp | £14.99 | Paperback Sand Gel UV | Neon Red Pantone | Red Book Block
Jimmy’s ready to raise a ruckus, and the only thing as big as his hair is his fighting spirit! Despite being the middlest of middle children in his giant family, he’s determined to win the hearts of audiences everywhere as JIMMY RUCKUS, a (soon-to-be-famous) fighter to rival his hero, the late, great Pimento Gonzales. He sets off to seek his fortune, only to encounter circus animals, painters, pirates and heavyweight champs, each one challenging Jimmy’s idea of success. Can he discover a worthy (or willing) opponent somewhere on this here planet Earth? Will he learn some BIG, important lesson along the way, or will his fists finally get him into trouble? We wouldn’t get our hopes up. Lara Kaminoff is a cartoonist and book-slinger living in Seattle with her beloved and their cat, Creeper. She's inspired by an endless parade of podcasts, the magical world of fungi, brilliant friends, climbable trees, and danceable floors. Right now she's probably talking too fast, thinking too hard, or trying to fix something that ain't broke.
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MEMORIES FROM LIMÓN Edo Brenes 225 x 170mm | 272 pp | £16.99 | Paperback Spot UV
Ramiro leaves the British drizzle and his beloved fiancée Yoss to investigate his family history back home in Costa Rica. What starts as an innocent fascination with an old family photo album leads to conversations with the older generations and revelations he is not prepared for. Set on the idyllic COVER NOT FINAL Caribbean coastline of one of the most beautiful countries in Latin America, author Edo Brenes weaves together the heart breaking and humbling stories of three generations of the same family. Love and life is a struggle in paradise, welcome to Limón. Edo Brenes studied for a BA in Animation at Veritas University, Costa Rica; followed by an MA in Animation at the University of Sunderland. Edo has worked as a lecturer at Veritas University and the Cambridge School of Art. Winning a Cheltenham Illustration Award with the short comic Lunday, Edo then went on to win the Observer/Cape/ Comica Graphic Short Story Prize with a version of what became the first chapter of Memories From Limón. Rights sold: French
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AN ILLUSTRATED HISTORY OF UFOS Adam Allsuch Boardman 245 x 185mm | 128pp | £16.99 | Hardback Gel UV | Neon Pantone
Explore beyond the conspiracy theories in this fascinating graphic book about unidentified flying objects. The mysterious history of flying saucers, and the colourful characters who research them, are explored in depth, from potential alien visitors as far back as Stonehenge to Area 51, and UFO cults. Adam Allsuch Boardman details the many unexplained incidents and intriguing phenomena associated with alien aircraft, abductions, and possible artefacts. Adam Allsuch Boardman is an illustrator based in Leeds, who has worked on a variety of projects including the best-selling An Illustrated History of Filmmaking, merchandise for the Hyde Park Picture House, and producing imagery for several museum projects. Fuelled by an interest in the trivial, and a fastidious study of detail, Adam enjoys illustrating a variety of subjects. Rights sold: Italian, Polish
IN THE SAME SERIES: AN ILLUSTRATED HISTORY OF FILMMAKING Ages 7+ | 225 x160 mm | 96pp | £9.99 | Paperback Rights sold: Chinese Simplified, French, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Ukrainian
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INTRODUCING IMPRINT 27 Imprint 27 is a bold, new literary list to celebrate experimental writing in fiction and non fiction. It will launch in 2021 to champion breakthrough voices who have something important to say or a brilliant story to tell. This new list will appeal to a contemporary readership who want to read surprising, provocative and inspiring books. Nobrow has an established visual aesthetic in illustrated books and we’re excited to bring this to the form of the novel by merging with authors who love to experiment with the form of the content. Imprint 27’s aim is to become home to the next great writing heroes who are not afraid to stand out from the crowd, and find their feet with an independent publisher not afraid to take a risk. Our small and curated list will grab readers and champion dynamic fiction and non-fiction writing.
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216 x 135mm | 250pp | £14.99 | Demy Hardback Dust Jacket
What does it mean to be silenced, to be censored? Or perhaps, more importantly, what does it mean to break free? Bringing together 12 exciting and emerging fiction and non-fiction writers from around the world, This anthology explores the censoring of the past, present, future, the self; the state; and the effects of censorship on everyday life. This collection will provide readers with a diverse, relatable and surprising look at censorship while celebrating high quality short form writing.
AUTHORS: Aiden Shaw’s Penis - Ali Said Fortress - Catherine Rudolph The Very Best is Available to Me - Deborah Green The General and the Birds - Fernando A Torres Vestiges - Kiki Gonglewski Redact - Michael Harris Cohen Three Acts from a Woman’s Life - Mitra Teymoorian Reflections - Mubanga Kalimamukwento The Song Bird - Nathan Alling Long Penguin: A Flightless Migratory Bird - Selma Carvalho Refracted - Stephanie Wilderspin The Many Different Lives of Denola - Timi Odueso
FOREWORD BY COCO KHAN: Coco Khan is a London-based journalist for the Guardian, writing on arts media and popular culture often through a political lens. She is a contributing writer to two short story anthologies, The Good Immigrant and It’s Not About the Burqa.
FICTION
AIDEN SHAW’S PENIS & OTHER STORIES OF CENSORSHIP FROM AROUND THE WORLD Authors: Various, Illustrator: Daniel Clarke, Introduction by Coco Khan