Mamania Children's Book Catalogue

MAMANIA CHILDREN’S BOOK CATALOGUE

JANO AND WITO ON VACATION

Author: Wiola Wołoszyn

Illustrator: Przemek Liput

HOWDY-DOODY! S EE YOU IN THE FUNNY PAPERS

Author: Agnieszka Elbanowska

KUKU AND RAJTEK ARE CLEANING THEIR ROOM

Author: Monika Kamińska

Illustrator: Andrzej Tylkowski

Page 6

Illustrator: Agata Dudek

Page 8

CATS’ PATHS. JAPAN

Author: Jola Jaworska

Illustrator: Jola Jaworska

Page 15

CATS’ PATHS. SCANDINAVIA AND FINLAND

Author: Jola Jaworska

Illustrator: Jola Jaworska

Page 28 Page 14

SCARY TOWN.

GHOST BIKERS

Author: Dominik Łuszczyński

Illustrator: Tomasz Kaczkowski

Page 38

BIG BOOK OF KLARA

Author: Marcin Wicha

Illustrator: Zosia Dzierżawska

Page 34

Polish

PICTURE BOOK

Speaking development

Jano and Wito Teach How

Jano and Wito (W)hole sounds Jano and Wito Teach How to Speak Jano and Wito Teach How to Speak Jano and Wito Teach How to Speak Jano and Wito Teach How to Speak

Speaking with Animals

Speaking with Wild Animals� Speech Speaking with Animals� Speech Therapy

Everyday experience Jano and Wito. Everyday

Jano and Wito are Going by Car

Jano and Wito Wito is Going to the Four Seasons with Kiddos

Holidays with Kiddos

Winter with Kiddos

Emotional education

Ignacy Goes to the Kindergarten

Kuku

Kuku and Rajtek are Cleaning Their Kuku Becomes a Santa Claus

Kuku is Looking for Happiness Kuku and the History of the Belly Button

JANO AND WITO ON VACATION

Author : Wiola Wołoszyn

Illustrator

: Przemek Liput

Format : Board book

Size: 21 x 21 cm

Pages: 26

Whole family goes on vacation! They find crocodiles, parrots, elephants and – sadly – mosquitos. But wait! Where are mum’s glasses? That impish monkey took them. Let’s find them with Jano and Wito!

Jano and Wito

Polish bestselling tandem

More than 200K copies sold! Rights sold to Serbia

We offer full English translation as a license or co-edition

Jano and Wito is a series of seven bestselling board books. It tells the story of two boys discovering the everyday world around them full of mysterious objects and sounds. The series aims general development for kids aged 0–3. It provides proper intellectual, emotional and social development, stimulates visual and auditory perception, develops speaking and activates child’s communication. This series stimulate all senses.

Selling points:

• bestselling series adored by children

• appreciated by parents for its educational value

• short stories with repetitive phrases, onomatopoeia and sensory elements

• helpful in language development

• light-hearted plot

• excellent modern illustrations

Wiola Wołoszyn is a renowned neurologopedist. She is the author of bestselling children’s books. She runs popular parenting, lifestyle and self-care blog. Moreover, her Facebook group for parents has gathered over 37K followers.

JANO AND WITO ON THE FARM

Jano and Wito visit their grandparents on the farm. Grandpa feels sick so the boys must find his favourite blanket. They meet a dog, a hen, a cow and even a tractor, but where is grandpa’s blanket?

Przemek Liput is a well-known freelance illustrator and animator. His colorful and captivating illustrations have been recognised and licensed abroad. He holds a degree from the Pedagogical University of Crakow in the faculty of arts. In 2017 he obtained a PhD under the supervision of Grzegorz Hańderek. He is the author and co-author of many wonderful picture books.

Click here to see illustrator’s portfolio

JANO AND THE SMELL

Author : Wiola

Illustrator :

Format : Board

Size: 18 x 18

Pages: 14

Marketing materials

• postcards

• bookmarks

CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

The

smells

JANO AND WITO IN THE GRASS

Wiola Wołoszyn Przemek Liput Board book 18 cm

AND WITO. SMELL OF CHRISTMAS

Christmas tree

when you rub it!

Click here to see the trailer on YouTube

HOWDY-DOODY!

S EE YOU IN THE FUNNY PAPERS

Author : Agnieszka Elbanowska

Illustrator : Agata Dudek

Format : Board book

Size: 19 x 19 cm

Pages: 26

What to feed a dog with? What to give a cat to drink? What do elephants eat?

See You in the Funny Papers is a humorous and entertaining board book for children that invites to play while reading and involves kids in feeding animals.

Howdy-Doody!

Howdy-Doody! is a series of three board books for kids aged 0–3. The series allows children to develop empathy for animals and their needs. It aims to improve children’s communication skills and emotions recognition.

Selling points:

• develops empathy, familiarize children with animals’ needs

• entertaining, fun-filled series for all families with toddlers

• refers to children’s emotions and empathy

• boosts children’s communication skills and emotional recognition

• interactive books in the Eric Carle’s spirit

• colorful, large and expressive illustrations created by Agata Dudek

Marketing

Agnieszka Elbanowska is an award winning director, a screenwriter, a film editor, a translator, an author of many documentaries and children’s books. She holds a PhD in film arts. A graduate of The University of Warsaw in Poland, Wajda School and Roma Tre University in Italy.

Agata Dudek is a valued graphic designer, winner of many children’s books awards. She is an author of several exhibitions in Poland and abroad. She is a co-founder of Acapulco studio. She specializes in publishing projects –such as illustrations for books and press – in cooperation with the biggest Polish publishing companies, designs posters, packaging designs and murals.

HOWDY-DOODY!

HOWDY-DOODY! U PSIDE-DOWN

SHAPES. HIDE AND SEEK

Format : Board book

Size: 19 x 19 cm

Forthcoming:

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COLOURS. HIDE AND SEEK

Author : Eugenia Wasylczenko

Hide and Seek

Read-and-play board book

More than 10K copies sold in Poland

English version in development

All languages are welcome!

Hide and Seek is a series of three board books (forth book forthcoming) for kids aged 0–3. The main aim is to get children acquainted with alphabet, numbers, shapes and colors. It presents high educational, interactive and entertaining value.

Selling points:

• f un and interactive board books

• appreciated for its educational value

• familiarize with alphabet, numbers, shapes and colors

• improves storytelling skills

Eugenia Wasylczenko is an Ukrainian graphic designer living in Poland. She holds master degree in fine arts on the faculty of graphics. She works for big companies such as MAN, KGHM. She took part in creating many meaningful educational programs for children. She loves simplicity, clarity and draws attention to details. Her straightforward yet charming illustrations and ideas are well-known for its educational value.

ALPHABET.

HIDE AND SEEK

Author : Eugenia Wasylczenko

Format : Hardcover

Size: 25 x 25 cm

Pages: 54

FERN FLOWER, THE

Author : Agnieszka Frączek

Illustrator : Magdalena Jakubowska

Format : Board book

Size: 19 x 19 cm

Pages: 22

Polish Legends

Discover the most beautiful Polish legends

Rights sold to Vietnam

This series includes the marvelous and well-known Polish legends for children aged 3–6. It shows the most interesting motives and introduces them into the world of good literature. Enriched with astonishing, large and expressive illustrations.

Selling points:

• breathtaking Polish legends

• large, appealing illustrations full of expression

• a lot of memorable fairy-tale-like characters

WAWEL DRAGON, THE

Agnieszka Frączek is one of the most popular Polish children’s books writers, linguists and lexicographers. Valued for excellent writing skills. She holds a PhD in the humanities at The University of Warsaw.

Magdalena Jakubowska graduated from the University of Arts in Poznan, Poland, in the field of graphic design. She is a freelance graphic designer and an author of many children’s books illustrations. She says about herself: “In my projects, I try to achieve the effect of a natural line made by hand on paper. I use colors and positive feelings. I try to create illustrations that evoke emotions. I create illustrated books for children, portraits for private and commercial use.”

TORUŃ GINGERBREAD, THE

WARSAW MERMAID, THE

BALTIC FLOUNDER, THE

POZNAŃ GOATS, THE

CATS’ PATHS. SCANDINAVIA AND FINLAND

Author : Jola Jaworska

Illustrator : Jola Jaworska

Format : Hardcover

Size: 16,5 x 23,5 cm

Pages: 144

Meet Lumikki – the cat that takes us on a journey across the most interesting parts of Scandinavia and Finland. Together with the cat we wander through Vikings old lands, come across reindeers and even trolls! We learn about majestic nature, Scandinavian mythology, see old local clothing and visit Lapland (not only Santa lives there!). We find out what the Swedes like to eat, why northern people drink so much coffee and why they eat candies called “dead flies”. Lumikki also teaches us some Scandinavian and Finnish vocabulary.

Cats’ Paths

Discover other countries, meet their people, explore culture and even language!

Cats’ Paths is the series of two beautiful and wise picture books. It introduces children at the age of 9–12 into the world of culture and social diversities. A true page turner with charming illustrations. The series main aim is to familiarize children with interesting facts about other nations, easily put history and geography. It boosts imagination, encourages children to explore the world and embrace the unknown.

Other books forthcoming.

Selling points:

• exploring human diversities

• f ull of exciting facts

• high educational value

Marketing materials:

• postcards

• bookmarks

• shopping bag project

Jola Jaworska is a freelance graphic designer, founder of YOLO Design, and author of bestselling picture books. Her wonderful book illustrations win readers’ hearts and provide dazzling immersive experiences.

• charming and realistic illustrations Click

CATS’

GROUND CONTROL TO JADZIA

Author : Maciek Blaźniak

Illustrator : Przemek Liput

Format : Hardcover

Size: 20,5 x 25,5 cm

Pages: 40

Jadzia wants to go to a planetarium but first she must clean her room – it’s a challenge worthy of conquering space. It turns out that it can be as interesting as discovering new galaxies. Going out with her dog is like a walk in space, eating pancakes can be turned into refueling the space shuttle. Jadzia – let’s get ready to lift off!

Ground Control to Jadzia

Captures children imagination and helps them keep order in their room

Ground Control to Jadzia is a wonderful picture book with memorable main character full of girl power. It is dedicated for children aged 3–6. This book develops creativity, imagination and works on children’s individuality in a lovable way, not to mention help in keeping order in their room in the process. It is a charming and humorous story perfect to read together with children.

Selling points:

• strengthen imagination, creativity, and children’s individuality

• modern and exciting illustrations

• memorable main character full of girl power

• helps children in keeping order in their room

Maciek Blaźniak is an awarded, recognised creator, illustrator, artist and co-founder of ŁADNE HALO STUDIO. Enthusiast of modern picture books and new technologies.

Przemek Liput is a well-known freelance illustrator and animator. His colorful and captivating illustrations have been recognised and licensed abroad. He holds a degree from the Pedagogical University of Crakow in the faculty of arts. In 2017 he obtained a PhD under the supervision of Grzegorz Hańderek. He is the author and co-author of many wonderful picture books.

Click here to see illustrator’s portfolio

Click here to see the trailer on YouTube

JANO AND WITO. (W)HOLE SOUNDS

Author : Wiola Wołoszyn

Illustrator : Przemek Liput

Format : Paperback

Size: 24,8 x 31,5 cm

Pages: 64

JANO AND WITO TEACH HOW TO SPEAK

SZ

Author : Wiola Wołoszyn

Illustrator : Przemek Liput

Format : Hardcover

Size: 16,5 x 21 cm

Pages: 40

Jano and Wito Teach how to Speak

Speaking development with the support of children’s beloved characters

Jano and Wito Teach how to Speak is a series of five picture books for kids aged 3–6, that aim to improve children’s speaking. It introduces pronunciation exercises in fresh and hilarious way. This fun-filled series is a perfect to read out loud, play and laugh. Enriched with large and exciting illustrations created by Przemek Liput well-known for the bestselling Jano and Wito board books series.

Note: speaking development books are non-specific for Polish language. We offer customized illustrations for diverse language editions. We believe that speaking development books matter and they are integral part of therapy with neurologopedist.

Selling points:

• bestselling tandem Jano and Wito in the combination with easily put speech therapy exercises

• relatable and lovable characters adored by children and their parents

• entertaining and interactive with high educational value

• supplemented with many sensoric elements

• perfect to read out loud

Wiola Wołoszyn is a renowned neurologopedist. She is the author of bestselling children’s books. She runs popular parenting, lifestyle and self-care blog. Moreover, her Facebook group for parents has gathered over 37K followers.

Przemek Liput is a well-known freelance illustrator and animator. His colorful and captivating illustrations have been recognised and licensed abroad. He holds a degree from the Pedagogical University of Crakow in the faculty of arts. In 2017 he obtained a PhD under the supervision of Grzegorz Hańderek. He is the author and co-author of many wonderful picture books.

Click here to see illustrator’s portfolio

JANO AND WITO TEACH

HOW TO SPEAK K

JANO AND WITO TEACH

HOW TO SPEAK S

JANO AND WITO TEACH

HOW TO SPEAK R

SPEAKING WITH WILD ANIMALS. SPEECH THERAPY WITH SOUND R

Author : Anna Skiba

Illustrator : Magdalena Jakubowska

Format : Hardcover

Size: 20 x 25 cm

Pages: 40

Speaking with Animals

Speaking develompent with the support of wild animals

Speaking with Animals is yet another speaking development title. It is a series of two beautifully and realistically illustrated picture books dedicated to children aged 3–6, struggling with proper pronunciation. Apart from speech therapy exercises there are many nature and animal motives which aim is to improve children’s empathy. It presents cognitive, emotional and entertaining feature of great value.

Note: speaking development books are non-specific for Polish language. We offer customized illustrations for diverse language editions. We believe that speaking development books matter and they are integral part of therapy with neurologopedist.

Selling points:

• easily put speech therapy exercises

• realistic illustrations giving the best immerse experience

• cognitive, emotional and entertaining features

• perfect to read out loud

Anna Skiba is an author, neurologopedist and early speech therapy specialist. She makes diagnoses and conducts therapies for children with pronunciation defects and communication disorders. She is an ambassador of children development.

Magdalena Jakubowska graduated from the University of Arts in Poznan, Poland, in the field of graphic design. She is a freelance graphic designer and an author of many children books illustrations. She says about herself: “In my projects, I try to achieve the effect of a natural line made by hand on paper. I use colors and positive feelings. I try to create illustrations that evoke emotions. I create illustrated books for children, portraits for private and commercial use.”

Click here to see illustrator’s portfolio

SPEAKING WITH ANIMALS. SPEECH THERAPY

JANO AND WITO ARE GOING BY CAR

Author : Wiola Wołoszyn

Illustrator : Przemek Liput

Format : Hardcover

Size: 19 x 19 cm

Pages: 24

Jano and Wito are going on their first car trip. They will go to the car wash with their mom, prepare sandwiches for the road and visit a gas station with dad. Along the way there will be so many interesting things to see!

Jano and Wito are Going by Car is a book that will familiarize children with travels and teach them basic safety rules.

Jano and Wito. Everyday Matters

Polish bestselling tandem

Jano and Wito, previously known from the bestselling board books for children, are now back in a new edition! Everyday Matters is a new series featuring the beloved characters who face the challenges of everyday life.

Selling points:

• beloved main characters

• excellent modern illustrations

• high educational value (basic safety rules, nursery adaptation)

• everyday experience

Wiola Wołoszyn is a renowned neurologopedist. She is the author of bestselling children’s books. She runs popular parenting, lifestyle and self-care blog. Moreover, her Facebook group for parents has gathered over 37K followers.

Przemek Liput is a well-known freelance illustrator and animator. His colorful and captivating illustrations have been recognised and licensed abroad. He holds a degree from the Pedagogical University of Crakow in the faculty of arts. In 2017 he obtained a PhD under the supervision of Grzegorz Hańderek. He is the author and co-author of many wonderful picture books.

Click here to see illustrator’s portfolio

JANO AND WITO. WITO IS GOING TO THE NURSERY

Wito is going to the nursery for the first time! It is a big event, and he needs to prepare well for it. The little boy packs his pillow and blanket and sets off with his mom. At the nursery, there are children his age, but also little ones. Wito plays in the playroom and on the playground, makes new friends, enjoys delicious meals, and takes a nap.

Jano and Wito. Wito Goes to the Nursery is a book that will help children prepare for a new stage in life.”

HOLIDAYS WITH KIDDOS

Kiddos discover that with a little bit of creativity and positive attitude they can spend their holiday at home in an interesting way.

Four Seasons with Kiddos

Spending quality time with creative siblings

Four Seasons with Kiddos is a series of two (two more in the near future) books about everyday experiences of four siblings and their parents. It is dedicated for children aged 3–6. The main aim of the series is to indicate the value of family ties, creativity and imagination to face everyday difficulties such as boredom or disappointment. Delivered as a variety of short and straightforward stories which children can understand and relate to. The series strengthen the emotional development, shapes and tightens relationships with both siblings and parents. Wise series perfect for children that can not focus on longer texts but enjoy effortless and shorter stories.

Selling points:

• short and straightforward stories suitable for younger preschoolers

• relatable and understandable

• shapes and tightens family bonds

• beautiful illustrations

Monika Kamińska is a biologist and dietician by education. She is an author of beautiful bestselling books for children. Her books are wise, heartwarming, charming and recognized by parents for their educational value. Master of writing in a way that children can understand and relate to.

WINTER WITH KIDDOS

Author : Monika Kamińska

Illustrator : Anna Simeone

Format : Hardcover

Size: 25 x 25 cm

Pages: 48

Winter has come. Frost nips at cheeks, everything around smells like Christmas. A lot of snow has fallen so you can plunge through it all day long, build a snowman or throw snowballs at each other. Spend some lovely winter moments with Kiddos in this appealing book!

Anna Simeone is a freelance illustrator with a lovely pencil. She works for the biggest publishing companies in Poland and Italy (e.g. Giunti Editore and Edizioni EL).

IGNACY GOES TO THE KINDERGARTEN

Author : Ada Olbrycht

Illustrator : Zosia Dzierżawska

Format : Hardcover

Size: 20 x 25 cm

Pages: 38

Ignacy goes to Montessori preschool and receives a very warm welcome from adults and other children. However, Ignacy faces typical challenges for this age – homesickness and difficulties in establishing relationships.

Ignacy Goes to the Kindergarten

Emotional education in the Montessori spirit

Ignacy Goes to Kindergarten is a stand-alone book for children aged 0–3. The main aim is to develop emotions and boost kids’ self-esteem. It is a tremendous help for them and their parents as a source of inspiration to carry out preschool adaptation. This delightful story as well as illustration were made in the Montessori spirit. It is a perfect book for both boys and girls who can easily recognise themselves, understand and relate to.

Selling points:

• delightful and wise plot

• boosts children’s self-esteem

• helps parents to carry out preschool adaptation

• excellent illustrations

Ada Olbrycht is a founder of Montessori kindergarten in Warsaw and a co-founder of summer and winter Montessori camps. Enthusiast of various forms of alternative education, based on trust in the children’s competence and following their needs.

Zosia Dzierżawska is an awarded illustrator. She is one of the founders of Armad’illo – graphic design and illustration studio in Milan, Italy. Renowned in Poland and abroad. She works for many publishing companies in Europe and the United States. She specializes in picture books for children, comics and magazines. Her pencil, though sensitive and charming, is full of expression. Her illustrations were recognised in Bologna and in New York by the Society of Illustrators. She works by traditional methods using paint, crayons, ink, and she really enjoys it.

KUKU AND RAJTEK ARE CLEANING THEIR ROOM

Author : Monika Kamińska

Illustrator : Andrzej Tylkowski

Format : Hardcover

Size: 25 x 25 cm

Pages: 40

Kuku and his beloved dog – Rajtek are cleaning their room. Pet the dog, roll the ball, count the bricks, make the car sounds and eventually –jump high with joy together with the characters of this appealing and unique book.

Different size

KUKU BECOMES

A SANTA CLAUS

Size: 21 x 21 cm

Pages: 48

Kuku becomes a Santa Claus and discovers what is really important.

CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

Kuku

Emotional education in attachment parenting spirit

Kuku is a beaufitul series of five picturebooks for children aged 0–3. The primary objective of the series is to draw children’s attention to the importance of family relationships. It is also focused on developing congnitive and emotional skills.

The latest book – Kuku and Rajtek are cleaning their room is also very interactive, helps children in keeping order in their room and make the cleaning more enjoyable.

The series is heartwarming, sensitive and wise. Unique illustrations created by Andrzej Tylkowski – Polish renowned graphic designer – make it even more wonderful.

Selling points:

• cognitive and emotional development

• tightens family bonds and draws attention to the relationship

• heartwarming and sensitive plot supported by excellent and unique illustrations

• interactive and entertaining

Marketing materials:

• postcards

Monika Kamińska is a biologist and dietician by education. She is an author of beautiful bestselling books for children. Her books are wise, heartwarming, charming and recognized by parents for their educational value. Master of writing in a way that children can understand and relate to.

Andrzej Tylkowski is a graphic designer, an author of unique illustrations for picture books and commercial art. Co-founder of Ilustris – online store with many appealing accessories with prints designed by him.

Click here to see illustrator’s portfolio

KUKU AND SUPER-DAD

Kuku discovers that his dad is a home superhero.

KUKU IS LOOKING FOR HAPPINESS

Kuku is looking for happiness. After a long journey he finds out it’s just next to him.

KUKU AND THE HISTORY OF THE BELLY BUTTO

Kuku discovers that he has something that will always remind him about his mum – belly button. Story about giving birth and love that lasts forever.

Author : Ilona Kostecka

Illustrator : Anna Simeone

Format : Hardcover

Size: 20 x 25 cm

Pages: 40

Matilda is four years old. She also has an older brother named Tymon. For now, Matilda feels small and is often afraid.

One day, their mom notices that socks are disappearing in the washing machine. Could it be the doing of the Washing Machine Monster? Matilda sets out to find it! Will she find enough courage within herself? And is it possible that her brother is also sometimes afraid?

MATILDA THE BRAVE AND THE WASHING MACHINE MONSTER

I can do anything!

Children’s strengths and siblings relationships

I can do anything! is a new series written by Ilona Kostecka, the author of the parenting blog “Mum and the City” dedicated to children aged 3–6. The series focuses on children’s strengths, everyday challenges, and sometimes difficult sibling relationships. So far, the series includes “Matilda the Brave and the Washing Machine Monster”, “Matilda, Tymon, and the Pink Gang” and “Matilda, Tymon, and Superpowers”.

Selling points:

• exciting, colourful, and modern illustrations

• memorable characters, girl power

• supports children’s emotional development, imagination, and strengthens self-esteem

• high educational value

• everyday challenges

• focuses on children’s strengths and siblings relationships

Marketing materials:

• tattoos

Ilona Kostecka is the author of the parenting blog „Mum and the City,” she frequently addresses topics related to women’s rights and gender equality. She is also the organizer of one of the largest events for online creators in Poland, „Influencer Live Poznan.” Besides her writing, she has a passion for running and practicing yoga.

MATILDA, TYMON AND THE PINK GANG

Matilda and Tymon head to the playground. Tymon rushes off to join his friends, planning to set up a base. But does Matilda really have to follow them everywhere? As it turns out, the younger sister can actually be quite useful!

MATILDA, TYMON AND SUPERPOWERS

Tymon often gets fed up with his sister Matilda. She’s little, always losing things, constantly invading his room, and always wanting something! The upside is that they can have fun playing Superpowers together. However, when Tymon overhears a conversation between their parents, he learns that Matilda might just disappear from their home, and he becomes terrified. After all, she’s his sister! Will he be able to save her?

Anna Simeone is a freelance illustrator with a lovely pencil. She works for the biggest publishing companies in Poland and Italy (e.g. Giunti Editore and Edizioni EL).

YOU’RE SOMETHING SPECIAL. RELAXATION METHODS FOR KIDS

Author : Martyna Broda

Illustrator : Karolina Hyla

Format : Hardcover

Size: 25 x 25 cm

Pages: 48

You’re Something Special

Mindfulness for kids

More than 30.000 copies sold in 1 year, 60.000 in total

You’re Something Special is a series of 2 books for children aged 3–6 (Relaxation Methods for Kids) and 6–12 (Relaxation Methods for Older Kids). The author introduces children into a safe and blissful world of limitless imagination taking the best experience from meditation practices, positive affirmations, visualizations and breathwork practices. The main aim is to help children calm down during the day after many exciting activities, in the evening or just before sleep. Take a deep breath and learn the methods to ease your child tension or stress and bring a smile reading those wise and metaphorical fairy-tale-like stories.

Selling points:

• perfect relaxation methods for kids

• beautiful, fairy-tale-like stories that child can easily relate to

• written in a special way to develop imagination and to stimulate all the senses, encourages to imagine places, colors and sounds

• each story starts with the phrase “imagine you are…”

• gentle and charming illustrations

Martyna Broda is a children books author with wide experience in pedagogy and relaxation practices. Her exercises help children lower the tension and stress. You are something special is her debut, which was very well-received by children and their parents. The book quickly became a bestseller.

YOU’RE SOMETHING SPECIAL. RELAXATION METHODS FOR OLDER KIDS

Karolina Hyla is a graduate of the Fine Arts Academy in Katowice, Poland. She holds a master degree in graphic design. She makes tender, heartwarming and charming illustrations for children books. She received a scholarship from the Polish Minister of Culture and the National Heritage for her achievements.

BIG BOOK OF KLARA

Author : Marcin Wicha

Illustrator : Zosia Dzierżawska

Format : Hardcover

Size: 16,5 x 22,5 cm

Pages: 400

Can be published as an omnibus or three separate volumes

Support of the Polish Book Institute available

Klara is nine and she lives with her parents and a younger brother. She’s a bright observer of surrounding reality, commenting on everyday situations. In her secret diary, she keeps a record of school life and family affairs. Unconsciously, Klara creates a gripping narrative about modern life.

Big Book of Klara

Entertaining story in the Le Petit Nicholas spirit with memorable girl character

Big Book of Klara is fun-filled book for kids aged 9–12. The story is about Klara – self-confident nine year old girl living with her parents and a younger brother. She is a bright observer of surrounding reality. Busy working on her diary where she comments everyday situations in fresh and humorous way. It keeps a record of her school life and family affairs full of irony and absurd. The diary becomes a gripping narrative about life in modernity after all.

This book is a true page turner. It is adored by both children and parents for its hilarious plot that makes whole family cry with laughter.

Selling points:

• entertaining book in the spirit of Le Petit Nicolas

• memorable main character, very confident and full of girl power

• shows reality and everyday problems in clever yet hilarious way

Marketing materials:

• poster

Marcin Wicha is a writer, an essayist and a graphic designer. He was honoured with Polityka’s Passport Award, Nike Literary Award and Gombrowicz Literary Award. His books were sold and translated into Italian.

Zosia Dzierżawska is an awarded illustrator and comic author. She is one of the founders of Armad’illo – graphic design and illustration studio in Milan, Italy. Renowned in Poland and abroad. She works for many publishing companies in Europe and the United States. She specializes in picture books for children, comics and magazines. Her pencil, though sensitive and charming, is full of expression. Her illustrations were recognised in Bologna and in New York by the Society of Illustrators. She works by traditional methods using paint, crayons, ink, and she really enjoys it.

Click here to see illustrator’s portfolio

ŁYSOL AND STRUSIA

Author : Marcin Wicha

Illustrator : Marcin Wicha

Format : Hardcover

Size: 14 x 20,5 cm

Pages: 230

Support of the Polish Book Institute available

Strusia is extremely kind, polite and charming seven year old girl. During the politeness contest she meets Łysol – a huge shaggy and smelly dog who says that overpoliteness is never good. Strusia decides to learn – together with her new friend – how to be naughty. They have all sorts of weird, rebellious adventures. Soon Strusia finds out that being naughty is a pretty cool thing.

Łysol and Strusia

How to be Naughty Guidebook

Łysol and Strusia is a stand-alone book for kids aged 9–12. This adventurous book allows children to experience childhood with joy, boosts their self-esteem, teaches expression, assertiveness and being yourself.

Selling points:

• entertaining and inspiring plot

• boosts children self-esteem

• excellent and unique illustrations created by renowned graphic designer – Marcin Wicha

Marcin Wicha is a writer, an essayist and a graphic designer. He was honoured with Polityka’s Passport Award, Nike Literary Award and Gombrowicz Literary Award. His books were sold and translated into Italian.

SCARY TOWN. GHOST BIKERS

Author : Dominik Łuszczyński

Format : Hardcover

Size: 14 x 20,5 cm

Pages: 144

Damian loves bikes, just like his dad and granddad. He notices ghastly creatures on the huge bikes. Is it a figment of his imagination or is it grandpa’s past coming out?

Illustrator : Tomasz Kaczkowski

Scary Town

Blood chilling horror for beginning readers in the Goosebumps and Scooby-Doo spirit

Scary Town is a series of three marvelously illustrated books bordering on mystery, suspense and horror for children aged 9–12. It is great opportunity for kids to get acquainted with this books genres. It is also aimed to boost children’s imagination, cognitive and emotional skills. The series is about friendship and partnership.

The Scary Town seems like one of the many average small towns though it is just a mirage. In fact, it is full of frightening local legends that are more alive than anyone could believe. Four friends are experiencing spooky adventures out of this world. The author is a master at writing in an immersive way that children can have goosebumps.

Note: this series is not put in chronological order. In each book there is different main character.

Selling points:

• blood chilling series in the Goosebumps and Scooby-Doo spirit

• four friends experiencing spooky adventures and strengthening their partnership

• cognitive and emotional development

• mesmerizing and expressive illustrations

Marketing materials:

• poster

Dominik Łuszczyńki is a writer, an archeologist and a fan of horror literature. The Scary Town series is his children’s books debut.

Tomasz Kaczkowski is an illustrator and an author of comics. He is a graduate of Academy of Fine Arts in Łódź, Poland. His unique, immersive illustrations can make readers shiver.

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Pages: 128

Pages: 128

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SCARY TOWN. GHOSTS FROM THE MARSH

SCARY TOWN. (UN)AMUSEMENT PARK

SCARY TOWN. BEWARE

THE SCARECROW!

THE HOUSE AT WSCHODNIA STREET

Author : Sabina Jakubowska

Format : Paperback

Size: 14 x 20,5 cm

Pages: 336

The House at Wschodnia Street

Recognized and awarded YA debut

Adventurous page-turner for young adults with historical elements, hint of romance and mystery. It discusses important socio-cultural issues such as domestic violence, teen pregnancy, adoption, mother’s love, support and rearranging a life. It is a fast paced and moving story with memorable and relatable characters. It was distinguished with Promoters od Debuts Award by The Polish Book Institute and “Tygodnik Powszechny” magazine.

Selling points:

• adventurous novel intertwined with important socio-cultural themes

• approachable first-person narrative from a teenager’s perspective

• targeted at YA readers but also appealing to adult audience

• atmospheric setting in a small local community

• portrays the strength of women, motherhood, found family, mutual support

Sabina Jakubowska is a graduate of Jagiellonian University in Poland on the faculty of History Studies. She holds a master’s degree in archaeology and a PhD in Culture and Religion Studies. She is fascinated by local history which was the subject of her doctoral dissertation. She is a qualified history teacher in a secondary school. The author of many prominent cultural, social, scientific, or informational publications. She wrote awarded YA novel House at Wschodnia Street and historical fiction novel The Midwives

She is a certified doula who accompanies women during labour. The interest in childbirth was taken after her great-grandmother, a renowned midwife in the late 19th century.

Sabina Jakubowska was nominated for 2023 European Union Prize for Literature and Nike Literary Award 2023 for novel The Midwives Film rights opted by an Oscar nominated director –Agnieszka Holland�

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Tomasz Szwarc

t.szwarc@mamania.pl