Rights & Brands Moomin Publishing SPRING 2024 Catalogue
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Moomin Charaters™
Moomin Meets Thingumy and Bob p. 16
Moomin Storytime p. 21
Moomin Timeline p. 4-5
Tove Jansson p. 6
Moomin 80 p. 7
Original Moomin Novels p. 8
Moomin Original Picture Books p. 10
Illustrations by Tove Jansson p. 11
Moomin Comics p. 12
Moomin Picture Books p. 16
Moomin ABC p. 20
Story Time p. 21
Non-Fiction p. 22
Board Books p. 26
Backlist Picture Books p. 30
Moomin Novelty p. 32
Moomin Activity Books p. 33
Macmillan p. 34
Puffin p. 36
Moomin Fun p. 38
and Friends p. 32
Where's Shadow? p. 19
Moomin
Moomin Fun p. 38
1914
Tove Jansson is born on August 9th, the eldest child of an artistic family.
1935
Tove studies art both in Finland and abroad and she starts making Moomintroll paintings. Her first Moominlike character is later seen in the magazine Garm in 1943.
1945
Söderström & Co publishes the first Moomin story – The Moomins and the Great Flood (Småtrollen och den stora översvämningen) –in Swedish. It is the story about Moominmamma’s and Moomintroll’s search for the missing Moominpappa and how they found their way to Moominvalley.
1946
The second book, Comet in Moominland (Swedish title Kometjakten / Mumintrollet på kometjakt / Kometen kommer) is published. Comet in Moominland is often seen as the first novel in the series, as it introduces many of the main characters, like Snufkin and Snorkmaiden, and is set in Moominvalley.
1948
Finn Family Moomintroll (Swedish title: Trollkarlens hatt, “The Magician’s Hat”), the third in the series of Tove Jansson’s Moomin books, is published. It owes its title in translation to the fact that it was the first Moomin book to be published in English, and was actually marketed as the first in the series until the 1980s. The 1961 English publication features a foreword “by Moominmamma“, where she explains the nature of Moomins fearing that English children may not have heard of them; she also apologises for her “rottn” English.
1950
The Exploits of Moominpappa (Swedish title: Muminpappans Bravader Skrivna av Honom Själv) is published. It is the fourth book in the Moomin series. It was considerably revised in 1968 under the title The Memoirs of Moominpappa (Swedish title: Muminpappans memoarer). The story found in this book is mentioned in the previous Moomin books, as Moominpappa writes his memoirs in those stories. Unlike Comet in Moominland and Finn Family Moomintroll, both versions of the novel were translated into English.
1952
The Book about Moomin, Mymble and Little My (Swedish title: Hur gick det sen?) was the first Moomin picture book by Tove Jansson, published in 1952 in Swedish. Moomintroll is taking milk back home to his mother, Moominmamma, when he meets the Mymble who is searching for her missing sister Little My. Together the pair go looking for her.
1957
Moominland Midwinter
(Swedish title: Trollvinter), the sixth in the series of Tove Jansson’s Moomin books, is published. In this book, Janssson adopts a darker, more introspective tone compared to the earlier books that is continued in the remainder of the series. Often in the book Moomintroll is either lonely, miserable, angry or scared –the result of being forced to survive in a world to which he feels he does not belong. While preserving the charm of the previous novels, the story involves a more in-depth exploration of Moomintroll’s character than before.
1960
Who Will Comfort Toffle?
(Swedish title: Vem ska trösta knyttet?) is the second picture book in the Moomin series by Tove Jansson. It was first translated into English by Kingsley Hart. The lonely Toffle leaves his home to look for friends, eventually finding the Miffle and rescuing her from the Groke.
1954
The world’s largest newspaper – London Evening News – starts to publish the Moomin comic strip. The strip reaches up to 20 million readers daily in over 40 countries. The strip continues to run until 1974. From 1960, Tove’s brother Lars Jansson draws the strip.
The first Moomin products come onto the market. Moominsummer Madness (Swedish title: Farlig midsommar, ‘Dangerous Midsummer’), the fifth in the series of Tove Jansson’s Moomins books, is published. The major theme of the novel is that of theatre, described as an infuriating but ultimately rewarding process.
1962
Tales from Moominvalley
(Swedish title: Det osynliga barnet och andra berättelser) is published. It is the seventh book in the Moomin series and unlike the other books, it is a book of short stories, not a novel.
1965
Moominpappa at Sea (Swedish title: Pappan och havet) is published. It is the eighth book in the Moomin book series by Tove Jansson. In the novel, the Moomin family is off to live in a lighthouse on a tiny island, because even the home-loving Moomins need a change of scenery sometimes.
Moomin Timeline
1969
Fuji TV Zuiyo Enterprises produces an animated Moomin series in Japan and the Moomins become very popular in the territory.
The Swedish TV produces a series called Mumintrollet (Moomintroll).
1970
The last Moomin story –Moominvalley in November (Swedish title: Sent i november) – is published.
Tove decides to stop writing Moomin books, but continues to write fiction. She publishes
The Summer Book (Swedish title: Sommarboken) in 1972.
1974
The Moomin Opera premieres in Helsinki.
1987
A unique collection of original Moomin art donated by Tove Jansson opens at the Tampere Art Museum.
1990
Telecable produces 104 half-hour long Moomin animations. The series is sold to over 60 countries.
2006
Canadian publisher Drawn & Quarterly publishes the renewed Moomin comic strip in English.
2014
In 2014, a century had past since the birth of Tove Jansson. To celebrate the anniversary, special Tove 100 centenary events were arranged throughout the year.
2015
Moomin 70 years Jubilee. 70 years since the first Moomin story was published.
2016
Adventures in Moominland – the first major interactive exhibition on Moomins –opens at UK’s largest art centre, the Southbank Centre, in London.
1977
The Dangerous Journey (Swedish title: Den farliga resan) is published. It is a children’s picture book in the Moomin series by Tove Jansson. It follows the adventures of Susanna, the Hemulen, Sniff, Sorry-Oo and Thingummy & Bob through Moominvalley.
1979
Film Polski releases a Moomin-themed puppet animation in Poland. The Swedish Film Institute completes a half-hour animation of the book Who Will Comfort Toffle?
1993
The theme park Moominworld opens its doors in Naantali, Finland. Moomin licensing steps up and many new Moomin products hit the market.
2001
Tove Jansson passes away on June 27.
2020
Launching the #OURSEA campaign to mark the Moomin's 75th anniversary, Moomin Characters and its licensees raised over 1 million Euro to save the Baltic Sea and its heritage.
2017
The world’s only purposebuilt Moomin Museum with original artwork opens at Tampere hall, Tampere, Finland. The collection hosts more than 2000 original works donated by Tove Jansson.
2019
The animated TV series Moominvalley premieres worldwide, featuring renowned actors and cutting edge animation techniques. Moominvalley Park opens in Japan, offering the ultimate Moomin experience – from 3D theatres to characters parades, outdoor play areas and the world’s biggest Moomin shop.
2021
Launch of the initiative Reading, Writing and the Moomins, #MoominABC, aiming to spark a love of reading and writing.
2022
New site dedicated to the life and work of Tove Jansson launched at Tovejansson.com along with Instagram account and newsletter. Sign up to the newsletter through the QR code.
2024
Celebrating 80 years from the publication of the first Moomin book The Moomins and the Great Flood, 1945. The campaign will launch on 24th October 2024 and run through year 2025.
Tove Jansson Work and Love
Finnish-Swedish writer and artist Tove Jansson (1914 - 2001) achieved worldwide fame as the creator of the Moomins, written and illustrated between 1945 and 1970. The books about the brave, adventurous, yet family focused and home-loving Moomins have been translated into more than 55 languages and are still in print all over the world today. The Moomins were only a part of Jansson’s prodigious output. Already admired in Nordic art circles as a painter, cartoonist and illustrator, she would go on to write a series of classic novels and short stories. She remains Scandinavia’s best loved author. Tove Jansson’s work reflected the tenets of her life: her love of family, of nature, and her insistence on freedom to pursue her art. “Work and love” was the motto she chose for herself and her approach to both was joyful and uncompromising.
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The Moomins and the Great Flood (Småtrollen och den stora översvämningen) 64 pages | 1945
The first story about the Moomins was originally published in 1945. This is the tale about Moominmamma and Moomintroll’s search for the missing Moominpappa and how the family found their way to Moominvalley.
To celebrate the 80th anniversary of the first Moomin book and the start of all the great Moomin adventures, Moomin Characters and Rights & Brands launch the Moomin 80 campaign on 24th October 2024.
The central theme of the book, the sense of belonging, is the key to the campaign and the values of inclusiveness, kindness, family and community are lifted from the original story.
An anniversary edition of The Moomins and the Great Flood with a foreword by Frank Cottrell Boyce and additional illustrated material is the flagship title of the anniversary publishing programme. Other titles, including a pop-up book The Moomins Find a Home, will be available through Rights & Brands and our publishing partners. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies is the charity partner for Moomin 80.
In Moominvalley, the door is always open.
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The Moomins and the Great Flood (Småtrollen och den stora översvämningen)
64 pages | 1945
The story about Moominmamma’s and Moomintroll’s search for the missing Moominpappa and how they found their way to Moominvalley.
The Memoirs of Moominpappa (Muminpappans bravader / Muminpappans memoarer)
156 pages | 1950, 1968
Moominpappa has lived an amazing life and this is his autobiograhy, as told to his son Moomintroll and to Moomintroll’s friends Sniff and Snufkin.
Comet in Moominland (Kometjakten / Kometen kommer)
172 pages | 1946, 1968
Often regarded as the first Moomin novel in the series, as it is set in Moominvalley and introduces several of the main characters, including Snufkin and Snorkmaiden.
Moominsummer Madness (Farlig midsommar)
144 pages | 1954
The main theme of Moominsummer Madness is that of theatre, described as an infuriating but ultimately rewarding process.
Finn Family Moomintroll (Trollkarlens hatt)
164 pages | 1948
When Moomin, Sniff and Snufkin discover a Hobgoblin's hat on a mountain top, the strangest things start to happen in Moominvalley…
Moominland Midwinter (Trollvinter)
144 pages | 1957
Moomintroll is lonely, miserable, angry and scared – the result of being forced to survive in a world to which he feels he does not belong. While preserving the charm of the previous novels, this story involves a more in-depth exploration of Moomintroll’s character.
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Tales from Moominvalley (Det osynliga barnet)
168 pages | 1962
A collection of nine short stories about the successes and challenges of the citizens of Moominvalley. Readers will discover how the Moomin family save young Ninny from permanent invisibility, and what happens when Moomintroll catches the last dragon in the world.
Moominpappa at Sea (Pappan och havet)
228 pages | 1965
On the initative of the adventurous Moominpappa, the family is off to live in a lighthouse on a tiny island, because even the home-loving Moomins need a change of scenery sometimes.
Moominvalley in November (Sent i november)
150 pages | 1970
As autumn is turning into winter, a group of visitors are waiting to see the Moomin family. Finding that the Moomins are not at home, the guests settle down to wait for them and suddenly find new ways to relate to each other. For Moominvalley is Moominvalley still, even without the Moomins in it.
Moominland Midwinter (Trollvinter)
144 pages | 1957, 1961 | 2021
Stunning colour illustrations bring out the magic in winterly Moominvalley in this classic story of Moomintroll waking up at winter time. Tove Jansson was commissioned to create six original pieces of art for an Italian edition of Magia d'inverno in 1961, and for the first time this colour art is available for other translations as well. In a slightly larger format and with bigger font than the original Moominland Midwinter, this is a perfect gift for young readers and for collectors.
Special colour edition
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The Book about Moomin, Mymble and Little My (Hur gick det sen?)
24 pages | 1952
The Book about Moomin, Mymble and Little My was the first Moomin picture book by Tove Jansson, and ground-breaking in its die-cut format. Moomintroll is taking milk back home to Moominmamma, when he meets Mymble who is searching for her missing sister, Little My. Together the pair go looking for her.
Who Will Comfort Toffle? (Vem ska trösta Knyttet?)
28 pages | 1960
Toffle is lonely. He runs away from home, watching the characters of Moominvalley celebrate and enjoy life. Too shy to speak to anyone, he is sad. Despite his insecurities, Toffle finally finds the courage to overcome his fears and save another frightened creature, the mesmerizing Miffle.
An Unwanted Guest (Skurken i Muminhuset)
32 pages | 1980
Instead of drawings by Tove Jansson, this book is illustrated with photos taken by her brother, photographer Per Olov Jansson. The photos show the rooms and inhabitants of the Moomin House model, now on display in the Moomin Museum in Tampere, Finland.
The Dangerous Journey (Den farliga resan) 28 pages | 1970
The Dangerous Journey tells the story of the nightmarish adventures of Susanna, the Hemulen, Sniff, Sorry-Oo and Thingummy & Bob as they travel through Moominvalley after Susanna loses her glasses.
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Tove Jansson / Moomin Original Picture Books
Illustrations by Tove Jansson
Illustrations by Tove Jansson
Get the wonderful illustrations created by Tove Jansson for two of Lewis Carroll’s works!
The Hunting of the Snark by Lewis Carroll, illustrations by Tove Jansson
This nonsense poem (first published in 1876) tells the story of how the Bellman and his eccentric crew set off in quest of that most mysterious and elusive of creatures, the Snark.
In 1959 Tove Jansson was commissioned to illustrate Lewis Carroll’s masterpiece.
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll, illustrations by Tove Jansson
First published in 1865, Lewis Carroll’s classic was illustrated by Tove Jansson in 1966. Her illustrations perfectly match the enchantment and surreal beauty of Carroll’s work.
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The Moomin comics were originally created by Tove Jansson and her brother Lars Jansson for the Evening News in London, at the time the world’s biggest newspaper. The comic was commissioned in the 1950s and the creative siblings produced the daily adventures for over 20 years. By the end of its run in 1975, Moomin comics were syndicated to 120 newspapers in over 40 countries, reaching more than 20 million readers daily.
Tove Jansson Moomin Comics Deluxe Edition 448 pages | Anthology in a slipcase | 2014
Tove Jansson’s whimsical tales of Moominvalley resonate with children for their lighthearted spirit, and with adults for their incisive commentary on the banality of everyday life. The comics were revived in 2005 by Drawn & Quarterly and published to widespread acclaim, sparking a new generation of devoted Moomin fans with international editions around the world. This Deluxe edition was published in 2014 to commemorate the artist’s centenary. The collecion celebrates the classic comics the world adores and features an essay about Tove’s work on the Moomin strip.
Lars Jansson Moomin Comics Deluxe Edition
448 pages | Anthology in a slipcase | 2019
This volume collects the Moomin comics created by Lars Jansson, Tove's brother. Lars had long been involved in the creation of the Moomin strips — he translated them into English for publication. Though he had little knowledge of drawing, Lars took over the daily comic strip. Tove taught him, and after two years of sibling collaboration, Lars authored the strips independently for fourteen years. This Deluxe edition collects Lars Jansson’s contributions to the series alongside rare details and tributes by cartoonists and writers.
The Deluxe Lars Jansson eDiTion Drawn & Quarterly Since the first comic strip appeared in the London Evening News in the 1950s, Tove Jansson’s timeless creations have become an international sensation, inspiring TV shows, cafés, a museum, an opera, and even an amusement park. For over ten years, Drawn & Quarterly has been reissuing the acclaimed comic strip. Moomintroll, Moominmamma, Moominpappa, Snorkmaiden, Little My, Snukfkin, Sniff, and many more familiar faces continue to capture the imagination of readers Moomin: The Deluxe Lars Jansson Edition features the first third of Lars Jansson’s fifteen year rein as cartoonist of the daily strip. Beginning in 1960, Tove passed the daily comic strip torch over to her brother so she could focus on other art forms. At its peak, appeared in over 40 countries and about 120 papers, with over 20 million readers daily, making it the most successful Finnish comic strip ever published. Sophia Jansson, growing up in a world of Moomin. 12
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The Complete Tove Jansson and Lars Jansson Comic Strip Collection, volumes 1-10
The comics were revived by Drawn & Quarterly in 2005 in these beautiful hardback editions of collected comics in black and white. Volumes 1-5 include comics by Tove Jansson and volumes 6-10 include comics by Lars Jansson.
Volume 3
104 pages | Moomin Falls in Love, Moominvalley Turns Jungle, Moomin and the Martians, Moomin and the Sea, Club Life in Moominvalley
Volume 7
112 pages | Moomin and the Colonist, Moomin and the Scouts, Moomin and the Farm, Moomin and the Goldfields
Volume 4
88 pages | Moomin goes Wild West, Snorkmaiden Goes Rococo, The Concientious Moomins, Moomin and the Comet, Moomin and the Golden Tail
Volume 8
96 pages | Moomin Family Robinson, Artists in Moominvalley, Sniff's Holiday Camp, The Inspector's Nephew
Volume 1
96 pages | Moomin and the Brigands, Moomin and Family Life, Moomin on the Riviera, Moomin’s Desert Island
Volume 5
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Volume 2
96 pages | Moomin's Winter Follies, Moominmamma’s Maid, Moomin Builds a House, Moomin Begins a New Life
88 pages | Moomin Winter, Moomin Under Sail, Fuddler's Courtship
Volume 6
88 pages | Moomin's Lamp, Moomin and the Railway, Moominpappa and the Spies, Moomin and the Circus
Volume 9
112 pages | Damsel in Distress, Fuddler and Married Life, Sniff's Sport Shop, Mymble's Diamond
Volume 10
96 pages | Moomin and the Vampire, Moomin and the TV, The Underdeveloped Moomins, Moomin and Aunt Jane
The Complete Lars Jansson Comic Strip Welcome to the charming world of Moominvalley, where one is sure to quickly fall in love with proves more trouble than it’s worth. Find out how all these misadventures unravel as Lars Jansson offers lively take on his sister Tove’s creations in the ninth volume of the series. The Complete Lars Jansson Comic Strip Welcome to the enthralling, imaginary world Moominvalley, where one sure to quickly fall holliday camp, or the misadventures of Moominvalley’s police Inspector’s overeager nephew, The Complete Lars Jansson Comic Strip The Complete Tove Jansson Comic Strip fall in love with its sweet dreamers, irascible schemers, and creative dilettantes as they search for love, fame, and fortune. Whether it's the Moomin Family going stir crazy in their with the Fuddler and Dr. Hatter–Tove Jansson’s enchantingly meandering narratives will The Complete Tove Jansson Comic Strip for love, fame, and fortune. Whether is the Moomin family’s time-traveling adventures meandering narratives will delight both the devoted and the unacquainted. The Complete Tove Jansson Comic Strip The Complete Lars Jansson Comic Strip fall in love with its sweet dreamers, irascible schemers, and creative dilettantes as they search for love, fame, and fortune. Whether it’s the Snorkmaiden and Moomin finding a magic lamp and having their wish land them in jail, Sniff and Moomin’s plan to divert a on his sister Tove’s creations will delight both the devoted and the unacquainted. This, the sixth volume in the series, is the first all Lars Jansson collection. Lars Jansson MooMin: the coMpLete Lars Jansson coMic strip d+q “I think it’s our noses which defy disguise.” The Complete Tove Jansson Comic Strip Welcome to the enthralling, imaginary world Moomin Valley, where one is sure to quickly fall in love with its sweet dreamers, irascible schemers, and creative dilettantes as they search for love, fame, and fortune. Whether is Moomin’s inadvertent stint as modern The Complete Tove Jansson Comic Strip fall in love with its sweet dreamers, irascible schemers, and creative dilettantes as they search for love, fame, and fortune. Whether is Moomin’s disastrous housebuilding, enchantingly meandering narratives will delight both the devoted and the unacquainted.
Moomin Colour Comics
16 fantastic comic adventures of the Moomins are available as single story, colour comic books, published by Drawn & Quarterly.
The iconic first Moomin comic strip by Tove Jansson is a thrilling introduction to the vibrant inhabitants of Moominvalley.
40 pages | strip #2
The heartwarming tale of Moomin’s reunion with his parents.
Moominpappa and Snorkmaiden, glamorized by the prospects of movie stars and gambling, insist the whole family take a trip down to the Riviera.
Moomin wakes up one morning to find the pond frozen over, and rather than hibernate, the family decides to brave the winter weather.
With a maid to help around the house, will the Moomins become respectable?
The debut appearance of everyone’s favourte pest, Little My!
The Moomins picnic with their ancestors, a pair of pirates and, best of all, Mymble.
A travelling prophet may hold the key to happiness, but do the Moomins really need it?
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Moomin and the Brigands
56 pages strip #1
Moomin and Family Life
Moomin on the Riviera 48 pages | strip #3
Moomin’s Desert Island
48 pages | strip #4
Moomin’s Winter Follies 48 pages | strip #5
Moominmamma’s Maid 48 pages | strip #6
Moomin Builds a House 48 pages| strip #7
Moomin Begins a New Life 40 pages | strip #8
Moominvalley Turns Jungle 48 pages | strip #10
Moomin and the Sea 56 pages | strip #12
With Moominvalley underwater, will Moomin’s romantic tendencies get him into trouble?
Moominmamma joins a club of robbers, but will her unshakeable moral code betray her?
Moomins are forced to prove once and for all whether or not they’re related to hippopotamuses.
Moomin and the Comet 40 pages | strip #17
How will the beloved residents of Moominvalley survive a comet?
A flying saucher crashlands in Moominvalley and hijinks ensue.
The Moomin family moves to a remote island for the sake of art.
Moomin and the Golden Tail 56 pages | strip #18
Moomin’s tail gets its fifteen minutes of fame.
Nothing goes according to plan when several unexpected guests show up mid-winter.
Moominmamma wakes up one morning to find a flying saucer has crash-landed in her cabbage patch. There’s a strange machine dangling out of that seems like it could be used to fix their broken radio, but when Moominpappa starts fiddling with it, he turns himself and Moomin invisible! Each knob on the machine causes strange and unlikely events to transpire, until the Martian finally recovers possession of its property. A classic story from the acclaimed Finnish cartoonist Tove Jansson, is sure to delight the entire family. “With sincere childlike nature and stoic acceptance of misadventure...Moomin and company— Moominmamma, Snufkin, Stinky and Snork Maiden, to name few—emerge from each story full of tolerance and quiet humor.” “[The Moomin comics] are immensely rewarding, unfolding new layers of Jansson’s wit and wisdom uncovered with each reading.” Praise for tove jansson As the Moomins prepare to hibernate through what is going to be the worst winter yet, several unwelcomed guests take advantage of the Moomins’ generosity and keep the family awake throughout the long winter. Their quirky but needy guests prevent the Moomins from hibernating and the chaos only increases with the arrival of little nibling determined to find out everyone’s secrets. One by one, the nibling sees what the Moomins and each of their houseguests do when no one else is looking. But everyone is ashamed of what the nibling has seen and is determined to keep their secret activities, well, secret! “With sincere childlike nature and stoic acceptance of misadventure...Moomin and company Moominmamma, Snufkin, Stinky and Snork Maiden, to name few—emerge from each story full of tolerance and quiet humor.” “Far from some sideline, Jansson’s strips…stand as perennial classics of children’s literature across the Nordic lands.” Praise for tove jansson 15
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Moomin Falls in Love 48 pages | strip #9
Moomin and the Martians 40 pages | strip #11
Moomin Winter 60 pages | strip #19
Club Life in Moominvalley 40 pages | strip #13
Welcome to Moominvalley!
This beautifully illustrated series introduces Moominvalley, the loved stories, characters and values to new young readers. The books are created by established Swedish talents: retold by Cecillia Davidsson and Alex Haridi and illustrated by Filippa Widlund, Cecilia Heikkilä and Maya Jönsson. The series returns to Tove Jansson's original storylines and art style in watercolor and ink. This picture book series includes ten books, some of which are also published as part of story collections.
The newest title, Moomin Meets Thingumy and Bob, came out September 2023.
Moomin and the First Snow (Mumintrollen och den första snön)
3+ | 40 pages
Bonnier Carlsen | 2022
Moomin Meets
Thingumy and Bob (Tofslan och Vifslan kommer till Mumindalen)
3+ | 40 pages
Bonnier Carlsen | 2023
Stories from Moominvalley (Sagor från Mumindalen)
3+ | 96 pages
Bonnier Carlsen | 2018
Christmas Comes to Moominvalley (Julen kommer till Mumindalen)
3+ | 40 pages
Bonnier Carlsen | 2018
The Way to Moominvalley (Vägen till Mumindalen)
3+ | 32 pages
Bonnier Carlsen | 2020
Moomin and the Magic Hat (Mumintrollen och den magiska hatten)
3+ | 40 pages
Bonnier Carlsen | 2021
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Moomin on the Hattifatteners' Island (Mumintrollen på hattifnattarnas ö)
3+ | 40 pages
Bonnier Carlsen | 2020
Moomin Sets Sail (Mumintrollen och havsorkestern)
3+ | 40 pages
Bonnier Carlsen | 2020
The Invisible Guest in Moominvalley (Mumintrollen och den osynliga gästen)
3+ | 40 pages
Bonnier Carlsen | 2019
Moomin and the Last Dragon (Mumintrollen och draken)
3+ | 40 pages
Bonnier Carlsen | 2019
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Moomin Pixi and mini picture books
The books in this series may be edited to fit the Pixi or other mini book size, to be sold as standalone titles or as part of advent calendars.
Christmas Comes to Moominvalley (Julen kommer till Mumindalen) 28 pages | Bonnier Carlsen 2019
The cover designs of the English editions are available for translations. Co-printing opportunity with Macmillan.
Moomin on the Hattifatteners’ Island (Mumintrollen på hattifnattarnas ö)
28 pages | Bonnier Carlsen
2022
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Christmas Comes to Moominvalley
Stories from Moominvalley
The Invisible Guest in Moominvalley
Moomintroll Sets Sail
Where’s Shadow?
(Missä Samu luuraa?)
3+ | 32 pages | WSOY | 2023
Solve the poetic clues and help the Moomins find Shadow!
An inspiring quest book introduces readers to Moominvalley's most inconspicuous hero: a little being called Shadow.
Shadow is a small and silent creature who lives in Moominvalley and is unnoticeable to all others. Can you find Samu's black snout or tail among the familiar Moomin characters?
Where's Shadow? is an amusing search-and-find book that will for sure keep young readers occupied and engaged. Based on Tove Jansson's original illustrations, this interactive book is full of surprising details, inventive language and fun, play-age activities!
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Moominvalley Alphabet (Mumindalens alfabet)
64 pages | Förlaget M and Bonnier Carlsen | 2021
Alphabet of Happiness (Onnelliset aakkoset)
64 pages | Otava | 2021
Moominvalley Alphabet is the key title in the collection of available Moomin ABC books and products, introducing each letter of the alphabet with illustrations from Tove Jansson's original novels and a poem inspired by the magical Moomin stories. The texts take readers on a language journey where we get to twist, turn and experience how the letters in our alphabets can be used.
The book is for aspiring readers to practice their reading skills, to be read aloud with the whole family and for all Moomin enthusiasts.
Moominvalley Alphabet is also a highlight for Reading, Writing and the Moomins, a focus project for Moomin Characters and Rights & Brands with the aim to spread the joy of reading and writing around the world with the help of Moomin stories.
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Moomin Storytime: Good Night Bedtime Stories
(Muumi satutuokiot: Hyvän yön iltasatuja)
3+ | 48 pages | Tammi | 2024
A sweet collection of short Moomin bedtime stories.
Perfect for the family’s smallest, these bedtime stories will delight readers of all ages and embrace the positive spirit of the Moomins and the magic of nature into storytime.
This collection of stories are perfect for preparing little ones for a cosy night’s sleep and read together as a family. The Moomin Storytime collection of bedtime stories is based on the familiar Moomin characters and stories created by Tove Jansson, following their bright and open-minded philosophy of life. The joyfully illustrated book includes stories of the Moomin family's cosy little coincidences and everyday adventures, set against the backdrop of the beautiful nature and seasons of Moominvalley.
Moomin Storytime: Outings and Adventures
(Muumi satutuokiot: Retkiä ja seikkailuja)
3+ | 12 pages | Tammi | 2024
Moomins stories that bring joy to the entire family!
Stories set in Moominvalley and its surroundings take readers on outings and small adventures and make a perfect read during the day or for the last rays of the day.
This is the second book in the series of colourfully illustrated storybook collections based on the Moomin characters and stories created by Tove Jansson. The stories feature familiar, much-loved characters from Moomin to Hemulen and from Little My to Snufkin. The safe atmosphere of the stories reflects the Moomins' open-minded and welcoming, positive and nature-oriented attitude to life.
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Moomin Picture Dictionaries
Moomin Picture Dictionaries include things that are familiar to children and related to the Moomin vocabulary. These picture dictionaries about home, emotions, good manners, colours and other important themes are very helpful for learning words and building vocabulary. The dictionary series, based on Tove Jansson’s original Moomin illustrations, belongs to the bookshelf of every family that loves words.
The Great Moomin Picture Dictionary: Letters (Muumien iso kuvasanakirja: Kirjaimet)
3+ | 48 pages | WSOY 2024
Make early years learning a delight with this joyous picture dictionary that introduces the most common letters in a fun and illustrative way, accompanied by familiar Moomin characters.
This worderfully illustrated first dictionary is bursting with cheer, colourful pictures and the joy of making sense. Such a great way to learn the alphabet, funny sounds and words through rhyming and worldplay.
The Great Moomin Picture Dictionary (Muumien iso kuvasanakirja)
2+ | 64 pages | WSOY | 2019
Moomin’s Small Picture Dictionary: Feelings (Muumien pieni kuvasanakirja – Tunteet)
3+ | 32 pages | WSOY | 2023
The Great Moomin Picture Dictionary: Numbers (Muumien iso kuvasanakirja: Numerot)
3+ | 48 pages | WSOY | 2021
Moomin’s Small Picture Dictionary: Home (Muumien pieni kuvasanakirja: Koti)
0+ | 32 pages | WSOY | 2021
Moomin’s Small Picture Dictionary: Colours (Muumien pieni kuvasanakirja: Värit) 24 pages | WSOY | 2020
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Moomin
Moomin Nature Books
Nominated for "The
Most Beautiful Books of the Year" in Finland!
Moominmamma’s Mushroom Book (Muumimamman sienikirja)
7+ | 88 pages | WSOY | 2023
Little My's Bug Book (Pikku Myyn ötökkäkirja)
7+ | 128 pages | WSOY | 2022
Snufkin’s Fishing Book (Nuuskamuikkusen kalakirja)
7+ | 128 pages | WSOY | 2021
Hemulen’s Herbarium (Hemulin kasvio)
7+ | 128 pages | WSOY | 2019
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A series of beautiful guidebooks of the Nordic flora and fauna; full of facts, quotes and classic Moomin illustrations. / Non-Fiction
Moomin: Boat Book (Muumi: Venekirja)
7+ | 136 pages | WSOY | 2024
A stylish handbook for boaters of all ages.
Untie the ropes, begin to navigate and head towards a boating adventure together with the Moomin family! This beautiful handbook combines the basics of boating and Tove Jansson’s love of the sea.
Tove Jansson’s philosophy and timeless illustrations, Moominpappa’s longing for the sea and the comprehensive basics of boating go hand in hand in this inspirational factbook. The book enables learning sea marks, boat structure as well as how to read weather and sea maps.
Moomin Boatbook is a classy boating guidebook that can accompany any boating excursion. It introduces navigation, types of boats, various form of water transportation, the fragile Baltic Sea and most importantly coastal protection.
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Knitted Moomin Socks - An Alphabetic Journey into Moominvalley (Onnelliset villasukat, Aakkosmatka Muumilaaksoon) 92 pages | Otava | 2022
Tiptoe into the wonderful world of the Moomins in cozy, knitted socks! This crafty sock book takes you on an alphabetical journey into Moominvalley, with familiar characters, places and letters to match.
The book includes 29 new Moomin-themed sock designs by Novita, using yarns from the Moomin x Novita collection. The socks are designed primarily for adult sizes, but with nifty tips, the socks can also be knitted for smaller feet. All models have clear instructions and photo illustrations.
The book Knitted Moomin Socks will be published by Search Press in 2024.
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Moomin
In the Black Night (Småsagor från Mumindalen. Svart natt)
0+ | 18 pages | Bonnier Carlsen | 2024
Spring arrives in Moominvalley! Tove Jansson's evocative song Black Night is reproduced here in a rhythmic storybook for the youngest of the family. Read the verse, point to the pictures and swing along to the catchy beat.
The song is from Tove Jansson’s Moomin novel Moominland Midwinter (Trollvinter). Illustrator Mia Nilsson has interpreted the song in beautiful graphic images, with inspiration from the picture book Mymble and Little My (Hur gick det sen?).
Sleep My Little Ones (Sov mina ungar)
0+ | 18 pages | Bonnier Carlsen | 2022
Sleep well like Moomin!
Tove Jansson’s lullaby from the novel Comet in Moominland is depicted for the first time in an atmospheric board book with bold illustrations by Mia Nilsson inspired by Tove's original picture books.
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Little Moomin
A new board book series about the eclectic characters of the Moominvalley and different emotions. Toddlers will love the funny verse form and the surprising twist of the story!
Sniff is Timid (Nipsu on arka)
0+ | 16 pages | WSOY | 2024
Poor Sniff is very timid. He startles, squekes and gets fed-up when things get a little difficult. But when an excursion calls he’s always up for it with joy.
The Groke Is Scary (Mörkö on pelottava)
0+ | 16 pages | WSOY | 2023
The Groke is horribly scary. She doesn’t speak a word and just stares at you. And the ground at her feet is all frozen! But what if the Groke is just lonely?
Moominpappa is Brave (Muumipappa on rohkea)
0+ | 16 pages | WSOY | 2024
Moominpappa is a fearless traveler. He sails on his boat day and night from one bravery to another. But sometimes Moominpappa feels tired and feels like a useless small troll.
Little My is Funny (Pikku Myy on hauska)
0+ | 16 pages | WSOY | 2022
Little My is terribly funny. She does silly things and her laugh is sweeter than anyone else’s! She is small but has her own mind and is able to do great things. But sometimes My is also naughty and foolish…
Moomintroll is Nice (Muumipeikko on mukava)
0+ | 16 pages | WSOY | 2023
Moomintroll is very nice. He is always kind and everyone’s friend. But sometimes, even Moomin feels low and doesn’t have the strength to be nice anymore…
Snorkmaiden is Wonderful (Niiskuneiti on ihana)
0+ | 16 pages | WSOY | 20222
Snorkmaiden has a wonder- ful white fur and a pretty fringe. She loves wonderful things like seashells, cakes and kitties. But sometimes even Snorkmaiden wants to go wild and do something a little bit terrible or can have reasons to be angry.
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Moomin and Little My
A series of Moomin board books introduce concepts with Moomintroll and Little My. Sturdy pages and colourful illustrations will keep young readers safe and entertained.
Moomin and Little My: Every Weather (Muumi ja Pikku Myy: Joka säällä)
0+ | 16 pages | Tammi | 2024
Moomin and Little My: Seasons (Muumi ja Pikku Myy: Vuodenajat)
0+ | 16 pages | Tammi | 2020
Moomin and Little My: Words (Muumi ja Pikku Myy: Sanat)
0+ | 16 pages | Tammi | 2024
Moomin and Little My: Family and Friends (Muumi ja Pikku Myy: Perhe ja ystävät)
0+ | 16 pages | Tammi | 2020
Moomin and Little My: Games (Muumi ja Pikku Myy: Leikit)
0+ | 16 pages | Tammi | 2023
Moomin and Little My: Feelings (Muumi ja Pikku Myy: Tunteet)
0+ | 16 pages | Tammi | 2019
Moomin and Little My: Numbers (Muumi ja Pikku Myy: Numerot)
0+ | 16 pages | Tammi | 2023
Moomin and Little My: Colours (Muumi ja Pikku Myy: Värit)
0+ | 16 pages | Tammi | 2019
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Who Mixed Up the Gifts? (Kuka sekoitti paketit)
0+ | 14 pages | Tammi | 2012
Surprise in the Garden, Moominpappa!
(Yllätys kasvimaalla, Muumipappa!)
0+ | 14 pages | Tammi | 2012
Who Gets the Flowers? (Kuka saa kukan?)
0+ | 14 pages |Tammi | 2020
You Are So Fine, Snorkmaiden! (Oletpa hienona, Niiskuneiti!)
0+ | 14 pages | Tammi | 2013
Who Finds the Paper? (Kuka löytää paperit?)
0+ | 14 pages | Tammi | 2012
Where Is the Cat, Moominmamma? (Missä kissa, Muumimamma?)
0+ | 14 pages | Tammi | 2013
Who Plays with String? (Kuka leikkii langalla?)
0+ | 14 pages | Tammi | 2012
What’s the Matter, Sniff? (Mikä hätänä, Nipsu?)
0+ | 14 pages | Tammi | 2013
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Read and Find
Read the story, answer the questions and solve the puzzles. No pens are needed for these colourful adventures with the Moomin family and friends – to be enjoyed over and over again.
Moomins in the Jungle (Muumiperhe viidakossa)
| 18 pages | Tammi | 2015
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MUUMIPERHE
Moomin
Moomins in the Winter (Muumiperhe talvella) 3+ | 18 pages | Tammi | 2014
Moomins in the Woods (Muumiperhe metsässä) 3+ | 18 pages | Tammi | 2014
3+
Sailing with the Moomins (Muumiperhe merellä) 3+ | 18 pages | Tammi | 2015
Moomins at the Lighthouse Island (Muumipeikko majakkasaarella)
4+ | 48 pages | Tammi | 2020
Moomin Builds a House (Muumipeikon talo)
3+ | 32 pages | Tammi | 2013
Wild Guests (Villit vieraat)
3+ | 32 pages | Tammi | 2011
Pirates in Moominvalley (Merten hurjapäät)
3+ | 32 pages | Tammi | 2015
The Nibling (Touhukas Tahmatassu)
3+ | 32 pages | Tammi | 2016
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The Jamjar Mystery (Hillopurkin arvoitus)
3+ | 32 pages | Tammi | 2015
The Stamp Mystery (Postmerkin arvoitus)
3+ | 32 pages | Tammi | 2015
The Pearl Necklace Mystery (Helminauhan arvoitus)
3+ | 32 pages | Tammi | 2016
The Suitcase Mystery (Matkalaukun arvoitus)
3+ | 32 pages | Tammi | 2016
Rulers of the Jungle (Viidakon valtiaat)
3+ | 32 pages | Tammi | 2018
Moomin and Friends
Learn the wisdom of the Moomins through reading and play.
This Moomin philosophy of life is a fun combination of reading and playing. Each book contains two wooden figurines. These books are available for co-edition with Globe Publishing.
Moomin and Friends: I like you!
(Muumi ja ystävät: Tykkään hänestä!)
3+ | 12 pages | Tammi with Globe | 2024
Snorkmaiden likes Moomintroll, but does Moomintroll know that? It would be nice to be able to read someone's thoughts - but that seems impossible. Maybe Moominvalley's exotic guest, Primadonna's beautiful circus horse, who has seen the world, can help out. This playful and activating book explores different ways of expressing emotions and caring.
Moomin and Friends: Best Friend
(Muumi ja ystävät: Paras ystävä)
3+ | 12 pages | Tammi with Globe | 2024
Snufkin leaves Moominvalley in the fall, and Moomintroll misses his friend deeply. No matter the distance, their friendship remains strong and Snufkin will return in spring. Suitable for the family’s smallest, this activating book encourages to reflect on the nature of friendship.
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Moomin
Moominous fun with colouring, sticker and activity books!
Large backlist selection available!
Moomin Colouring Book (Väritysiloa Muumien matkassa)
3+ | 32 pages | Tactic | 2018
All Year Round in Moominvalley (Muumilaakson vauhdikas vuosi)
48 pages | Tactic | 2019
Moomin Activity Book (Puuhaa Muumilaaksossa)
3+ | 32 pages | Tactic | 2018
Expedition to Moominvalley (Tutkimusretkillä Muumilaaksossa)
96 pages | Tactic | 2019
Moomin Sticker Stencil Book (Tekemisen iloa)
3+ | 96 pages | Tactic | 2016
Moomin Sticker Activity Fun (Tuutin täydeltä tarroja)
3+ | 32 pages with stickers Tactic | 2018
Moomin Copy and Colour Activity Book (Mainio mallikirja)
3+ | 32 pages | Tactic | 2016
Thick Mazes and Dot-to-dot Activity Book (Oivaltamisen riemua)
3+ | 64 pages | Tactic | 2018
Moomin Bumper Activity Book (Paksu puuhakirja)
96 pages | Tactic | 2019
Moomin Creative Colouring
48 pages |Tactic | 2017
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Books
The Moomins Find a Home An anniversary pop-up book
12 pages | 2024, 2025
A pop-up retelling of the very first Moomin story, to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Moomins. Tove Jansson’s first Moomin story, The Moomins and the Great Flood, is brought to life in this gorgeous novelty gift format.
In the Lighthouse (Muumit majakassa)
0+ | 16 pages | Tammi | 2024
In the Moominhouse (Muumitalossa)
0+ | 16 pages | Tammi | 2022
The World of Moominvalley Anniversary Edition
408 pages | 2024
An anniversary edition of the definitive guide to Tove Jansson’s Moominvalley.
Join Moomintroll as he explores the Moominhouse and the Lighthouse. Who will he meet and what will he find along the way?
A series of new Moomin stories in a shaped board book format, based on iconic buildings in Moominvalley. Newly illustrated scenes bring the world of the Moomins to life, with die-cut covers, flaps to lift, and things to spot on every page.
These books have been published originally in Finland in Finnish by Tammi and reimagined for the English audience.
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Moominvalley Animation Publishing
Moominvalley, the animated Moomin TV-series, is backed up by a worldwide publishing and merchandising program. The publishing rights are with Macmillan Children’s Books. The tie-in collection includes five gift books depicting episodes from seasons 1, 2 and 3, two novelty board books, picture books and other titles.
Contact your R&B representative for Macmillan contact details.
80 pages | 2023
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112 pages | 2021
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128 pages | 2020
128 pages | 2021
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Enchanting Moominvalley
Adventures in Moominvalley
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