Quarto Kids Fiction
Spring 2020
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Quarto Kids
Fiction
Foreign Rights Guide
Spring 2020
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AFR Afrikaans
ARA Arabic
ARG Argentina
ARM Armenia
AZE Azerbaijan
BGR Bulgaria
BRA Brazil
CAT Catalonia
CHL Chile
CHN China
COL Colombia
CZE Czech Republic
DEU Germany
DNK Denmark
DUT Dutch language
ESP Spain
ESP.LAT Latin America
EST Estonia
FIN Finland
FRA France
F.CAN French Canada
GEO Georgia
GLG Galician
GRC Greece
HEB Hebrew
HRV Croatia
HUN Hungary
IRN Iran
IND Indonesia
ISL Iceland
ITA Italy
JPN Japan
KOR Korea
LTU Lithuania
LVA Latvia
MEX Mexico
NOR Norway
PER Peru
POL Poland
PRT Portugal
ROU Romania
RUS Russia
SRB Serbia
SVK Slovakia
SVN Slovenia
SWE Sweden
THA Thailand
TUR Turkey
TWN Taiwan
UKR Ukraine
VNM Vietnam
ZAF South Africa
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Table of Contents
Fairytales 1
Myths and Legends 5
Standing Out 11
Animals and Nature 14
Storytime Series 19
Family 23
Humour 29
Issues and Feelings 30
Religion 41
Once Upon a... 43
David Litchfield 45
The Story Orchestra 47
Little People Big Dreams 49
Index 51
Imprint Overview 53
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Fairytale Friends: Don’t Be
Cross, Goldilocks!
By Sue Nicholson
Illustrated by Laura Brenlla
A story about forgiveness.
Goldilocks has a little brother called Eddie, who is
always following her around. He wants to eat whatever
she eats, go wherever she goes and even sit in her
favourite chair. He is so annoying! Then Eddie breaks
one of Goldilocks’ little pottery bears, a precious
birthday gift from her godmother. Will Goldilocks ever
be able to forgive him?
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In the same series:
Scared Little Red Riding Hood Keep Trying Aladdin!
Little Red Riding Hood is scared of
almost everything, especially the wild,
dark forest. When she finds a tiny, lost
wolf cub, will she face her fears and
head into the forest to take him home?
A story about bravery.
Rights sold: F.CAN
Aladdin has been invited to an ice-
skating party, but he doesn’t know how
to skate and it’s harder than it looks.
Will he give up, or will he keep trying
and learn in time to join the fun?
A story about perseverance.
Rights sold: F.CAN
253 x 230mm, 24pp
Rights sold: F.CAN
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Fairytale Friends: Hansel and Gretel’s
Gingerbread House
By Sue Nicholson
Illustrated by Laura Brenlla
A story about hope.
Hansel and Gretel’s Papa is the best baker in the
village. Every year he makes the perfect treat to share
at the winter festival. But when he travels into town to
buy supplies it starts to snow. The festival is only a few
days away and he still hasn’t returned. Worried about
their Papa, Hansel and Gretel decide to bake
something for the winter festival themselves. Will they
be able to make the perfect treat? And will their Papa
find his way home in time to enjoy it with them?
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Fairytale Friends Bind Up: The Big Book of Twisted
Fairytales
By Sue Nicholson
Illustrated by Flavia Sorrentino
Once upon a time, below a misty blue mountain by a wild, dark
forest, a little village was home to four fairytale friends. Join
Cinderella, Sleepy Beauty, Jack and Snow White as they learn about
kindness, responsibility, honesty and teamwork in four delightful
original stories.
Also available
253 x 230mm, 96pp
Rights sold: ESP
Cinderella’s
Ballet Shoes
Jack Breaks
the Beanstalks
Wake up,
Sleepy Beauty!
Snow White,
Star Striker
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High-Five to the Hero
By Vita Murrow
Illustrated by Julia Bereciartu
What if heroes weren’t always strong, silent and
happier slaying monsters than talking to people? Meet
King Arthur, who rules by listening to others, nurse
Hercules, and Sinbad, the protector of magical
creatures, in this stereotype-busting follow-up to
Power to the Princess.
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278 x 200mm, 96pp
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Power to the Princess
By Vita Murrow
Illustrated by Julia Bereciartu
What if princesses didn’t always marry Prince
Charming and live happily every after? Meet Sleeping
Beauty, a world-famous sleeping disorder doctor,
Prime Minister Cinderella, wolf conservationist Red
Riding Hood, and psychologist Thumbelina. Fresh,
funny and feisty, these are the 15 fairytale retellings
the world has been waiting for!
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A World Full of Spooky Stories
By Angela McAllister
Illustrated by Madalina Andronic
Travel around a world full of spooky stories, meeting
the Bunyip in a river, Vasilla the Beautiful in the woods
and Teig O’Kane in the graveyard. This collection of 50
spinetingling tales is suitable for readers aged 5+.
275 x 240mm, 128pp
Rights sold: CAT, ESP, ROU, RUS,
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In the same series...
A Year Full of Stories
This treasury of 52 stories
collects together a rich resource
of myths, fairy tales and legends
from around the world, with a
story for every week of the year.
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CHN, FRA, DEU, HEB, RUS,
ESP, LAT.AM, TUR, VTN,
KOR
A World Full of Animal Stories
Travel the world with this
beautifully illustrated collection of
classic stories, which brings
together favourite animal themed
fables, myths and legends from all
over the world.
Rights sold: CAT, CHN, CZE,
EST, DEU, HEB, PRT, ROU,
RUS, SVK, ESP, TUR, KOR
A Stage Full of
Shakespeare Stories
Step on to a stage full of
stories with this beautiful
anthology of 12 stories from
Shakespeare. Each story is
rewritten in a comprehensive
way that is accessible for
children.
Rights sold: CHN, TUR,
KOR, TWN
A World Full of Dickens
By Angela McAllister
Illustrated by Jannicke Hansen
Uncover the stories from one of the greatest novelists
of all time in this beautiful anthology of tales from
Charles Dickens, rewritten in an accessible way for
children aged 5+.
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300 x 220mm, 32pp
Rights sold: DUT, LAT.AM
The Little Fir Tree
Christopher Corr
Deep in the forest there lived a little fir tree who
longed to see the world. When he is chopped down
and taken to a grand house for Christmas his dreams
seem to be coming true, but what will happen the day
after?
Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale is lovingly
retold by Christopher Corr.
From the same author...
“Corr’s artwork is a feast for the
eyes. Dazzling.” (Kirkus)
300 x 220mm, 32pp
Rights sold: CHN, HRV,
DUT, FRA, DEU, GRC,
ITA, KOR, LAT.AM
The Great Race
Celebrate Chinese New
Year with this vibrant
retelling of the ancient
folk tale which has been
passed down from
generation to generation.
296 x 222mm, 32pp
Deep in the Woods
Deep in the woods is a
little wooden house, with
nine neat windows and a
red front door…
A beautifully illustrated
retelling of a classic
Russian folk tale
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Christopher Corr’s beautiful
folk illustrations are a
perfect match with these
deep and emotional tales
from all over the world.
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265 x 304 64pp
Rights sold: ESP, CAT, DEU, CHN, RUS, ITA, JPN
The Grumpy Fairies
By Bethan Stevens
Deep in the darkest forest, under rustling leaves, live the
fairies. You probably think that fairies are good, kind and
sweet. Well, a lot of them are. But I’m sorry to tell you that
some fairies, particularly the littlest ones are grumpy…
Join the grumpy fairies in this fun picture book and help
them avoid the goblin! Grumpy fairies just happen to be a
goblin’s favourite food...
A Natural History of Fairies
By Emily Hawkins
Illustrated by Jessica Roux
This fully illustrated album was compiled by
an esteemed botanist by the name of
Professor Arbour for her goddaughter and
discovered by readers of today. The book
features photographs and sketches made by
the botanist, and details the secret role of
fairies in everyday nature: checking flowers
each morning to make sure that plants have
enough dew; helping flowers to bloom at the
right time, and in the right colour; creating a
bluebell forest each spring; clearing the forest
floor of leaves and broken twigs; playing
tricks on adults, and making the seasons
come and go.
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235 x 276mm, 32pp
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250 x 250mm, 32pp
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A Little Bit of Courage
By Claire Alexander
Sometimes everyone gets a little bit scared, but with a little
bit of courage anything is possible! A story about how to
find your courage so you can achieve anything!
A Little Bit Different
By Claire Alexander
Meet the ploofers. The ploofers have been practising
something special which they all want to do at the same
time—but what’s that? One of them does something
different!
An inspirational story that teaches children to embrace
their differences and to support their individuality.
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250 x 250mm, 32pp
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Humperdink
By Sean Taylor
A book about friendship that helps children become more
empathetic and explore imaginative play together.
Wonderful, lively text by Sean Taylor and warm, fun
illustrations from Claire Alexander.
276 x 235mm, 32pp
Rights sold: DEU, JPN, KOR
Ella May Does It Her Way
By Mick Jackson
Illustrated by Andrea Stegmaier
Ella May is a girl who likes to do things her way. An
imaginative, strong willed character with her own ideas,
Ella May decides to walk backwards just to see how it feels.
A funny, imaginative book which strong-willed toddlers
and young children will love.
250 x 250mm, 32pp
Rights sold: KOR
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Audrey the Amazing Inventor
By Rachel Valentine
Illustrated by Katie Weymouth
Audrey’s inventions are not always entirely successful. It’s
enough for Audrey to lose heart and give up altogether, but
with some encouraging words she gives inventing one last try.
Rosa Draws
By Jordan Wray
Rosa really loves to draw. Take a fantastic ride through
her imagination, where you’ll meet a purple moose, a
very posh goose, a peacock wearing socks and a super-
speedy fox. But as Rosa’s drawings grow and grow, will
they get her into trouble?
This fun story, told with playful text and inventive
characters will appeal to young children.
290 x 235mm, 32pp
Rights sold: KOR, CHN
250 x 250mm, 32pp
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Animal Stories For All Seasons
By Anita Loughrey
Illustrated by Lucy Barnard
Discover changes in nature with Rabbit, Frog, Fox and
Squirrel in this beautiful series of illustrated, seasonal
stories. These stories are designed to entertain and
inform, and can be used as a learning tool for literacy
and the natural world, with activities and discussion
points presented in the back pages.
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Squirrel’s
Autumn Puzzle
253 x 230mm, 24pp
Rabbit’s Spring
Gift
Frog’s Summer
Journey
Fox’s Winter
Discovery
253 x 230mm, 96pp
Rights sold: ROU
Also available: A Year in Nature
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My Best Friend
Rob Hodgson
Meet Mouse! Mouse lives in the
tree with his best friend... Giant
Owl. They used to do the most
fun stuff imaginable! They’d play
chase and Giant Owl would nearly catch Mouse, but not
quite. Giant Owl loved Mouse so much that she used to
give him as many doughnuts as he wanted and the most
amazing presents, including his own house (a cage)! But
then one day something happened, and now Mouse has
found himself stuck in a very dark place... will his best
friend help come to his rescue?
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The Woods
Three foxes are on a mission: to capture every last rabbit in
the woods. But who is following them? Readers will love
spotting the rabbits in the background in this cat and
mouse (or fox and rabbit) story, that has a BIG surprise
ending!
275 x 240mm, 32pp
Rights sold: FRA
Rights sold: CHN, KOR, ITA, FRA,
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The Cave
There is a cave. A cave that is home to a creature. A
creature that never leaves… because of a wolf! The wolf
tried everything to get the creature to leave the cave.
But what will happen when he finally succeeds?
Prepare for a hilarious surprise at the end of this laugh-
out-loud picture book. The bright, bold artwork and big
twist at the end will make this a firm favourite with both
adults and children.
Selected for the Book Trust Time to
Read campaign 2019 Rights sold: CAT, CHN, DUT, FRA,
F.CAN, DEU, GRC, ITA, JPN, KOR,
ESP, LAT.AM, SWE
ROB HODGSON studied Illustration at Plymouth University. Today, he
lives in Bristol, UK, where he spends his time making a mess and turning it
into illustration projects. His first author-illustrated book, The Cave, was
published in 2017 to wide acclaim and has since sold in 10 languages so
far.
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290 x 235mm, 32pp
Rights sold: FRA, F.CAN,
PRT, ROU
290 x 235mm, 32pp
Wish
By Chris Saunders
Rabbit has never had a wish before, but one day he
gets not just one, but three!
Wish is a touching story about the power of kindness
and the magic of friendship, with beautiful and
emotive illustrations from Chris Saunders.
If You See A Lion
By Karl Newson and Andrea Stegmaier
Once upon a time there was a story in this book, but
a lion ate it all! The story of a tall, dashing lion who
ate everything he came into contact with, until brave
rabbit stood up to him!
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The Snow Bear
By Claire Alexander
Brother and Sister Iggy and Martina venture beyond the
safety of their home into the woods, where danger lurks,
but their Snowbear magically appears to save them.
276 x 235mm, 32pp
Right sold: KOR, RUS
Shhh!
By Barroux
This bedtime story takes the reader on a journey through a
child’s imagination, to dreamy landscapes where we see a
series of soft toy animals getting ready to fall asleep.
Board book available: 216 x 216mm, 15 leaves
250 x 250mm, 32pp
Rights sold: F.CAN
The Mole and the Hole
By Brayden Kowalczuk
Mole is stuck inside his hole. Every day he tries to get out, and
every day the rocks block his way.
Find out whether Mole will ever get above ground again in this
ridiculously funny story about how NOT to be a good
neighbour from Disney character artist Brayden Kowalczuk.
290 x 235mm, 32pp
Rights sold: KOR, CHN
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Unicorn Training
By Amanda Brandon
Illustrated by Mike Byrne
Tilly loves working at the Unicorn Rescue Centre
but what she really wants is a unicorn of her very
own. When Splodge shows up she decides he is
perfect, her parents aren’t so sure. Can she
convince them that all he needs is a little training?
Rights sold: SVN
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Coming next in the Storytime Series…
The Moose Fairy, Delightfully Different Dilly, If I Were A Monster
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275 x 250mm, 24pp, 4+
Oh No, Bobo!
By Donna David
Illustrated by Laura Watkins
Bobo can’t sleep! He needs a comfy pillow, but
none of the other animals in the jungle like it
when Bobo tries to sleep on them… A cute story
about a little orangutan who learns the meaning
of no and how to ask for consent.
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Hurry Home Harriet
By Lucy Barnard
Oh no, no one has remembered Harriet’s birthday!
On a trip to town, Harriet gets upset when no one
wishes her a happy birthday. She hurries home to
celebrate by herself and is shocked to find all her
friends there at a surprise birthday party!
A touching story about friendship and kindness.
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All About Allosaurus
By Greg Gormley
Allosaurus is fed up. All anyone ever talks about is
T.Rex. He decides to write a book about himself,
but soon everyone else wants to be in it too. With
a page for everyone, there might not be any
room left for Allosaurus after all…
A fun story which introduces children to different
dinosaurs, with a light message on inclusion and
friendship.
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Kind Mr. Bear
By Steve Smallman
Kind Mr Bear is very kind, he’s always happy to help
those in need. But the animals in the forest are so
used to him being there, they start to take his help for
granted. Then one day Mr Bear gets ill and finds
himself all alone in his cave. Will anyone come to help
him?
This touching title from award winning author/
illustrator Steve Smallman shows that when it comes
to true friends, kindness is something to give as well
as receive.
275 x 250mm, 24pp
Rights sold: SVN
253 x 230mm, 176pp
Rights sold: FIN, SWE,
ESP, BGR, HRV
Good Night Stories
Includes eight heart warming stories,
perfect for and introducing young
children to the pleasure of reading.
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…more Storytime Bind-Ups
get all your bedtime stories in
one place with these convenient
collections, perfect for reading
together at bedtime.
Sleep Tight Stories
This wonderful collection contains eight beautifully
illustrated and entertaining animal stories—each
one the perfect length for bedtime.
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EST, FIN, FRA, LVA, PRT,
RUS, SRB, ESP, SWE
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FIN, ISL, RUS, SRB, ESP,
SWE, ZAF, HUN
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RUS, SPA, SWE, ZAF
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SWE, ZAF
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FIN, RUS, SWE.
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Good Dog!
By Sean Taylor
Illustrated by David Barrow
A laugh-out-loud tale of a lovably clueless dog and
his owner. Dog so wants to be a good dog, but he just
keeps getting it wrong. He quickly puts a plan in place
to get back in his owner’s good books.... but will it
work? From the author- illustrator team behind My
Mum Always Looks After Me So Much.
276 x 235mm, 40pp
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275 x 235mm, 32pp
Rights sold: FRA, ITA, ESP, KOR
Look Up to the Stars
By Katie Cotton
Illustrated by Miren Asiani Lora
A parent and child go in search of a star, but what will
happen when they find it out of reach? This lyrical
picture book celebrates imagination, adventure,
coming home—and the idea that sometimes what you
are looking for is right under your nose.
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From the same authors:
My Mum Always Looks After Me So Much
By Sean Taylor
Illustrated by David Barrow
Little Gorilla is going to the doctor for an injection. His
mum says it’s because she has to look after him. But
that’s the problem - his mum always looks after him so
much. First she makes him eat broccoli, then whenever
he sneezes he has to put on an extra sweater. And now
an injection! An ode to mothers and the way they look
after their children, Little Gorilla eventually realises its
not so bad being looked after so much.
276 x 235mm, 32pp
Rights sold: KOR
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My Dad
By Susan Quinn
Illustrated by Marina Ruiz
A beautiful and lyrical celebration of the ordinary – of
the everyday little things that one child’s dad does for
him which makes him the best dad in the world. Not all
dads are high flying businessmen, not all dads are
strong and brave, not all dads are adventurers. But all
dads are special to their child.
250 x 250mm, 32pp
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300 x 220mm, 40pp
Rights sold: DEU, GLG, KOR, BRA
Rights sold: CHN, TWN, DNK,
DUT, FRA, GLG, DEU, GRC, HEB,
ISL, ITA, KOR, NOR, PRT, RUS,
ESP, SWE, TUR, BRA, LAT.AM
The Way to Treasure Island
By Lizzy Stewart
Matilda wants to find treasure but her dad keeps getting
distracted in this funny, adventure-packed story about
family.
There’s a Tiger in the Garden
By Lizzy Stewart
When Grandma says she’s seen a tiger in the garden, Nora
doesn’t believe her. She’s too old to play Grandma’s silly games!
She knows there’s absolutely, definitely no way there could be a
tiger in the garden… could there?
This beautiful picture book is about the power of imagination.
Winner of the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize 2017.
From the same author...
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Apple Cake
By Dawn Casey
Illustrated by Genevieve Godbout
In this simple rhyming story from the author of Held in Love, a
child says thank you for the gifts nature provides, from
hazelnuts in the hedgerows to apples from the tree, eggs from
the hens and milk from the cow. Eventually the family has
enough ingredients to make something special… a delicious
apple cake.
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216 x 270mm, 32pp
Rights sold: FRA, KOR, PRT GENEVIEVE GODBOUT lives in Montreal where she works as a
children’s book and fashion illustrator. She studied traditional
animation in Montreal and at the prestigious school of “Gobelins”
in Paris.
DAWN CASEY has a particular specialism in the retelling of
folktales. for a range of educational and trade publishers. Her
collection The Barefoot Book of Earth Tales won a Golden Nautilus
Award and received an accolade from the American Folklore
Society.
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If All the World Were…
By Joseph Coelho
Illustrated by Allison Colpoys
A moving, lyrical picture book about a young girl’s love for
her grandad and how she copes when he dies.
This powerful and ultimately uplifting test is an ideal way
to introduce children to the concept of death and dying,
particularly children who have lost a grandparent.
276 x 235mm, 32pp
Rights sold: CAT, FRA, F.CAN, ITA, JPN,
KOR, PRT, ESP, CHL, LTU, BRA
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Cloud Forest
By Victoria Turnbull
A child’s Umpa teaches them to read and to follow the
words, out the garden gate and all the way to the sea.
Every day is a new adventure. They visit castles in the air,
feast with friends and sail away on the rains. But then one
day, Umpa isn't there…
This beautiful story from acclaimed artist Victoria Turnbull
speaks of the power of books to bring people together,
and to help us remember loved ones when they’re no
longer with us.
Pandora
By Victoria Turnbull
Pandora lives alone in a world of broken things.
She makes herself a handsome home from all
that people have left behind, but no one ever
comes to visit. Then one day something falls
from the sky… a bird with a broken wing.
By the same author...
275 x 240mm, 32pp
Rights sold: CHN, DUT, FRA,
DEU, ITA, KOR, ROU, RUS
276 x 235mm, 32pp
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This Book Can Read Your Mind
By Susannah Lloyd
Illustrated by Jacob Grant
‘This book can read your mind. I will just need you to think of
something, but whatever you do, don’t think of anything silly.
Like a pink elephant…’
When the page is turned, sure enough, a pink elephant
appears! This funny, interactive book plays on the idea that
when you’re told not to think of something, somehow it is all
you can think about..
276 x 235mm, 32pp
Rights sold: ESP, CAT
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The Incredible Hotel
By Kate Davies
Illustrated by Isabelle Follath
If you ever go to the great city of Delaunay, take a left at the
Duchess’s palace and cross the Bridge of Spires, and there you
will find The Incredible Hotel. Everything runs like clockwork,
thanks to Stefan the Kitchen Porter. Until one day when a fire
starts in the kitchen just as the Duchess arrives… can Stefan
save the day?
276 x 235mm, 40pp
Rights sold: DEU, CAT, ESP, JPN
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Kites
By Simon Mole
Illustrated by Oamul Lu
David knows that to fit in at Fivehills he needs a kite. But
when he makes one, the other kids in town aren’t too
impressed. They say it needs this, then it needs that, then
it needs something else… soon David’s kite doesn't feel
like his any more. But then he remembers what his
grandad always said: “Let’s see what we’ve already got.
More often than not, we’ll find the answer inside” and
David learns that when you’re happy with yourself,
friends will follow.
A heartfelt story of friendship and belonging from
performance poet Simon Mole.
290 x 235mm, 32pp
Flock
By Gemma Koomen
Far, far away from here, at the edge of the wild North
woods, there is a great tree. It’s the home of some little
people who have heads the size of hazelnuts and stand as
tall as your thumb. They are the Tree Keepers. One of them,
Sylvia, is a bit scared of the noisy games of the others, but
when she finds a little lost bird, she begins a journey that
will teach her all about friendship and community. This is a
beautiful story from artist Gemma Koomen, who sells
drawings and merchandise of her ‘little people’ via her
online shop.
290 x 235mm, 40pp
Rights sold: DUT, KOR, PRT
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275 x 236mm, 32pp
Rights sold: FIN, FRA, F.CAN, ITA, DEU,
ESP, CAT, GRC, KOR, ROU, HRV, ISL,
SWE, SVN, NOR, DUT, LAT.AM, JPN,
PRT, HEB, THA, EST, LTU, UKR, BRA
Greta and the Giants
By Zoe Tucker
Illustrated by Zoe Persico
Greta is a little girl who lives in a beautiful forest threatened
by Giants. When the Giants first came to the forest they
chopped down trees to make houses. Then they chopped
down more trees to make even bigger homes. The houses
grew into towns and the towns grew into cities, until there
was hardly any forest left. Greta knows she has to help the
animals, but how?
Luckily Greta has an idea that will lead to the Giants and the
forest animals working together in harmony.
“No one is too small to
make a difference”
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This fictionalised children’s picture book rewrites the story of climate change champion
Greta Thunberg, the Swedish teenager who has led a global movement to bring
awareness to the world’s climate crisis.
Told as an allegory, an additional section at the back informs readers about the real
Greta, and advises them on what they can do to help fight against the “Giants.”
• A donation from each sale goes to
• Eco-friendly printing on recycled paper
• Locally produced to minimise emissions
ZOË TUCKER is an art director and designer, and has worked with best-selling artists including Lizzy Stewart,
Axel Scheffler, Nick Sharratt and Helen Stephens. Her first picture book, Ada Lovelace and the Number-
Crunching Machine, will publish in September 2019.
ZOE PERSICO is an illustrator with a love for the cute, the colourful, and all things whimsical. When she’s not
drawing and painting away, you can find her hiking through lush forests, playing Dungeons & Dragons, or
snuggled up with a cup of coffee or tea. She lives in Florida with her partner and dog.
GRETA THUNBERG is an activist for climate change. This book is based on her story.
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NEW Love
By Corrinne Averiss
Illustrated by Kirsti Beautyman
Tess loves her family, but when she has to leave for her
first day of school, she is worried her love might not
stretch that far. That’s when she notices she is connected
to home by a string and that all the children at school
have love strings!
An uplifting picture book, bringing comfort to children
who are going to school for the first time.
290 x 235mm, 32pp
CORRINNE AVERISS is a writer of thoughtful and humorous stories
for children. She is the author of Joy, Hope, and now Love. Corinne
also writes and produces for children’s television in the UK and created
the four-time Children’s BAFTA-winning Share a Story competition.
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Joy
By Corrinne Averiss
Illustrated by Isabelle Follath
Fern’s Nanna has not been herself lately, she has lost her
joy. With her catching-kit at the ready, Fern goes to the
park and finds joy in all sorts of unusual places. But joy
doesn't fit in a bag, or a box, or a tin! How will she
manage to bring some back to Nanna?
Emotional, funny and uplifting, this beautiful picture
book has a strong message about empathy and
maintaining loving relationships with our grandparents.
Guaranteed to bring a bit of joy into every reader’s life.
290 x 235mm, 32pp
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Hope
By Corrinne Averiss
Illustrated by Sebastian Pelon
Comet is Finn’s dog, and his very best friend. But one
day Comet won’t get out of his basket, not even for his
very favourite things!
Emotional, funny and uplifting, this beautiful picture
book shows children not to give up hope when times are
uncertain.
290 x 235mm, 32pp
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Your Mind is Like the Sky
By Bronwen Ballard
Illustrated by Laura Carlin
Your mind is like the sky. Sometimes it’s clear and blue, but
sometimes a raincloud thought comes along and makes
everything seem dark. So what can we do about rainclouds?
This beautiful picture book, written by psychologist Bronwen
Ballard and illustrated by award-winning artist Laura Carlin,
shows children that worries and negative thoughts are normal,
and helps them develop healthy thinking habits.
Tips on mindfulness and extra resources for parents are
included at the back of the book. 290 x 235mm, 32pp
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Your Mind is Like the Sky
By Bronwen Ballard
Illustrated by Laura Carlin
Your mind is like the sky. Sometimes it’s clear and blue, but
sometimes a raincloud thought comes along and makes
everything seem dark. So what can we do about rainclouds?
This beautiful picture book, written by psychologist Bronwen
Ballard and illustrated by award-winning artist Laura Carlin,
shows children that worries and negative thoughts are normal,
and helps them develop healthy thinking habits.
Tips on mindfulness and extra resources for parents are
included at the back of the book.
Wolf Girl
By Jo Loring-Fisher
Sophy is a shy child, who only feels brave in her wolf
costume. All of the other kids laugh at her, until one
day Sophy meets a wolf that shows her how to be
strong and brave like a wolf.
This is a story about conquering that feeling of
shyness, being brave and finding you voice when you
need it the most.
229 x 279mm, 32pp
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Ways to Say I Love You
By Marilyn Singer
Illustrated by Alette Straathof
A sweet and lyrical picture book for younger children
celebrating all the ways that creatures on our planet say 'I love
you'. From snuggling garter snakes to big, cosy bear hugs, this
book in verse shares how animals we'd expect, and some we
wouldn't, express affection for each other. Each animal
interaction is compared with a similar human one, showing that
we are not so different from our animal neighbours.
290 x 235mm, 32pp
One World, Many Colours
By Ben Lerwill
Illustrated by Alette Straathof
A lyrical celebration of the vibrant colours waiting to be found
in all corners of the world. From the white hot sands of the
Sahara desert to the soft pink blossoms of the Japanese
countryside. The same colours can be found everywhere else in
the world, in nature, in our cities and in our cultures,
290 x 235mm, 32pp
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How Selfish!
By Clare Helen Welsh & Olivier Tallec
Dot and Duck are back with a new story and even more
giggles. One day Duck finds a stick, only Dot thinks it’s
a sword and Duck thinks it’s a flag. When Dot refuses to
share her new toy, how will Duck react to her selfish
behaviour?
A hilarious story, with an important message and a
touching ending.
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250 x 250mm, 32pp
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How Rude!
Just try not to laugh with every page turn of this book
as Duck gets ruder and ruder and Dot’s tea party gets
more and more chaotic…
A simple yet hilarious story about manners and
friendship.
In the same series...
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Rusty the Squeaky Robot
By Neil Clark
Rusty is a friendly robot, but not a very happy one. The
other robots on Planet Robotone soon show Rusty that
being a little bit different is the best way to be. This
charming story about friendship and self-discovery has a
strong, empowering message about acceptance and
embracing individuality.
With wonderful, contemporary illustrations that will appeal
to young children and parents alike.
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My Friend Sleep
By Laura Baker
Illustrated by Hannah Peck
Journey through a little girl’s dreams, alongside her friend sleep.
Greet friendly aliens, ride on a dragon’s back and meet a scary
monster who turns out to be not so scary after all.
A story that reminds children of the joy of dreams and how to deal
with nightmares.
250 x 250mm, 32pp
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Series: Everybody Feels
By Moira Harvey
Illustrated by Holly Sterling
All children feel jealous, lonely, shy and worried at
some point and will need support handling these
emotions. The successful Everybody Feels series
looks at why children may feel a certain way and
explains how they can deal with their emotions in a
constructive way.
253 x 230mm, 24pp
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NEW NEW Series: A Helping Hand
By Nancy Loewen & Elisa Paganelli
Providing a picture book approach to PSHE
topics, A Helping Hand helps children
understand and cope with upsetting
situations they might face. The stories will
enable children to talk about their own
situation and express how they are feeling
while notes for parents and teachers will
help care-givers provide answers and
support children in the best way possible.
253 x 230mm, 24pp
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The Perfect Project
By Dr. Tracy Packiam Alloway
Ana Sanfelippo
When Charlie’s class have to do a project about trains, can he use his SEN
superpowers to help his group get the job done?
This title explores the topic of autism with an empowering story and
adorable illustrations.
The Playground Problem
When Ruby notices that Joey is being bullied, can she use her SEN
superpowers to help him?
This title explores the topic of anxiety with an empowering story and
adorable illustrations.
203 x 203mm, 24pp
The Classroom Mystery
Someone has been stealing food
from Snowball, the class bunny! Can
Izzy use her SEN superpowers to
track down the culprit?
This title explores the topic of ADHD.
The Map Challenge
When Sammy’s group lose their map
on a camping trip, can he use his
SEN superpowers to lead them safely
back to the campsite?
This title explores dyslexia.
The SEN superpowers series approaches special educational needs topics with sensitivity and positivity,
using entertaining stories and beautiful illustrations that children will love. The author, Dr. Tracy Packiam
Alloway is a subject expert.
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My First Bible Stories
The perfect introduction to both the Old and the New Testaments for young children, this series
combines simple retellings of popular bible stories with fabulous illustrations. These well-known and
well-loved tales are perfect for reading together, as well as alone. Each book ends with a ‘next steps’
page, which focus on both the story and general learning opportunities for the child.
253 x 230mm, 24pp
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Silent Night
By Lara Hawthorne
Celebrate the magic of Christmas with this beautifully illustrated book,
based on the world’s best-loved carol. A gorgeous book for all the
family to share during the festive season.
216 x 270mm, 32pp
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The Nativity Story
A child-friendly picture book retelling of the nativity story that
comes with a glue-free model of the stable scene and
characters. Timeless illustrations by Kate McLelland and sturdy
card make this a product that can be put back on the
bookshelf then brought out to reuse year after year.
272 x 243 mm, 24 pp, tuck box
with 5 card model sheets
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Once upon a Mermaid’s Tail
By Beatrice Blue
Do you know how mermaid’s got their tails? It all began with a little boy called Theodore, who had a
collection of all of the best fish. One day he finds the most beautiful fish he has ever seen and he takes her
back to his collection. She is the most beautiful , unique fish, but she is not meant to be out of the ocean…
A charming tale of about how mermaid’s got their tales, with an environmental message that underlines how
important our oceans are and all of its beautiful fish!
Once upon a Dragon’s Fire
By Beatrice Blue
Do you know how dragons got their fire? It all began
once upon a magic kingdom, when a fearsome, terrifying
dragon stalked the land. He was so scary he made
children scream, he was so angry he made joy disappear,
and he was so evil that he blew huge storms out of his
jaws, which is why it is always so cold…
But when Freja and Silas met the dragon, they found
something very different indeed.
276 x 235mm, 40pp
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Coming next in the series...
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BEATRICE BLUE is a freelance visual development artist and
illustrator based in Montreal, with her husband and her dog
Jungle, always surrounded by great adventures and lots of
snow. Once upon a Dragon’s Fire is her second children’s book.
Once Upon a Unicorn Horn
By Beatrice Blue
A little girl finds magic flying horses in her garden, but
one of the, can’t fly! With the help of her parents, an ice
cream cone and a little bit of magic, she saves and the
day, and answers the question of how unicorns got their
horns.
This series from Dreamworks animation artist Beatrice
Blue is full of wonder, magic and heart. Each title looks
at how magical creatures for their distinguishing
features.
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The Bear and The Piano
One day, a bear stumbles across something he has never seen before - a piano,
which he teaches himself to play. He soon find himself on an incredible journey to
New York where his piano playing makes him a huge star. He has fame, fortune and
all the music in the world, but he misses the friends and family he has left behind…
The Bear, The Piano, The Dog and the Fiddle
Hector and his dog Hugo have made music together through good times and bad,
but when Hugo gets a chance to play with the Bear’s Big Band, can Hector swallow
his pride and learn to be happy for his friend?
Set in New Orleans with a new cast of animal musicians, this big-hearted story
teaches us that friendship, like good music, lasts forever.
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Now available as a sound book!
The Bear, The Piano and Little Bear’s Concert
You probably remember the story of the bear who found the piano
in the woods and grew up to become a huge star. But after a while,
the audiences got smaller, the pianos less grand, and the applause
died away. So Bear decided to retire. Now back in the woods, he is
sad that his dream is over but he soon has something to distract
him: Little Bear!
The final book in the award-winning, best-selling trilogy shows that
while fame and fortune might be temporary, the best songs will
stay in your heart forever.
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Lights on Cotton Rock
A little girl called Rose witnesses an alien spaceship landing at
Cotton Rock near her house. She visits the spaceship and
meets a young alien, but when she returns home no one
believes her story. She keeps returning to Cotton Rock as she
grows up, in the hope that the UFO will come back. Eventually,
after many years, she has a daughter and granddaughter of
her own and she’s starting to give up hope…
This new title from best-selling author David Litchfield is a tear
-jerking story that reminds us to keep believing, and about the
importance of family.
300 x 220mm, 40pp
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Grandad’s Secret Giant
Billy doesn't believe his grandad when he tells him there’s a giant living
in his town, doing good deeds for everyone. He knows that a giant is too
big to keep himself hidden. But as time goes on, Billy learns that some
secrets are too big to stay secret for long… This delightful story of
belonging and friendship teaches children the importance of tolerance
and acceptance.
300 x 220mm, 40pp
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DAVID LITCHFIELD first started to draw when he was very young, creating Star
Wars and Indiana Jones ‘mash up’ comics for his older brother and sister. His first
picture book with Frances Lincoln Children’s Books, The Bear and the Piano , won
the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize and became a best-seller in the UK and US.
It was shortlisted for 8 other awards in the UK and has sold in over 20 languages.
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Swan Lake
Discover the spellbinding magic of Swan Lake.
Trapped by an evil sorcerer in the body of a swan, how
will Princess Odette ever escape?
Visit the magical woodland clearing to find Prince Sieg-
fried, be mesmerised by cygnets dancing on the lake,
and watch as Odette battles the evil sorcerer for her
freedom.
Press the note on every page to hear the story come to
life with music from Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake.
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Carnival of the Animals
By Jessica Courtney-Tickle
Coming soon to the best-selling Story Orchestra series,
lose yourself in a magical world where all the animals
talk, dance and sing.
Set to Saint-Soen’s famous music, look out for the regal
lion, the graceful swan and the ginormous elephant all
on parade.
NEW
265 x 304mm, 24pp
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Over 600,000 foreign language
copies sold worldwide!
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Four Seasons in One Day
Discover what it would be like to travel through the
four seasons in one day. Follow Isabelle and her dog,
Pickle, on the adventure of a lifetime.
Watch as the seasons change and hear music from
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by pressing a button on each
new spread.
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The Nutcracker
It is Christmas Eve at Clara’s house. Scents of ginger,
chocolate and peppermint waft through the air.
Follow Clara on a magical Christmas adventure in this
musical retelling of the classic ballet. Push the button on
each beautiful scen to hear the vivid sound of an
orchestra playing from Tchaikovsky’s original score.
The Sleeping Beauty
Join the King and Queen as they throw a party for their
new baby, Princess Aurora. But when a terrible guest
arrives and places a curse on the princess, the kingdom
must find the one special person who can defeat it…
A stunning retelling of the classic ballet story brought to
life by Tchaikovsky’s original score.
Guardian: “A lively retelling, enriched by Jessica
Courtney-Tickle’s luscious illustrations—each
spread is like an illuminated garden.”
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Other titles in the series...
...plus many more!
240 x 195mm, 32pp
Explore the lives of remarkable people, from
designers and artists to scientists and activists, with
the bestselling series Little People, big Dreams!
This empowering series offers inspirational
messages to children of all ages in a range of
formats.
With 32 titles published and another 16 being
published in 2020, this is an unstoppable brand.
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17 titles already available as board
books, with more to come!
NEW NEW
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Book and Paper Doll Gift sets
Read these inspiring stories, then press out the cardboard
figures and role play in an interactive learning experience.
Each set contains 1 HB book and 3 sheets of card with
press-out pieces.
Box sets
Meet three inspirational women with these boxed gift
sets, each centring around a different theme.
Other box sets include Women in Art and Women in
Science. Each set contains 3 HB books.
Board book: 156 x 126.5mm, 24pp
275 x 210mm, 32pp
254 x 206mm, 96pp
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NEW Little Me, Big Dreams Journal
Full of activities to complete and colour this is the perfect journal for children
who are starting to write. Inspirational messages and connections to the real
people in the Little People Big Dreams series throughout this journal will
encourage children to dream big and start thinking about their greatest
ambitions.
Over 2 million English language
copies sold worldwide!
Wide Eyed Editions was founded in 2014 and creates
original non-fiction for children and families. The imprint
champions contemporary illustration and physical books,
bringing a new sense of wonder to classic themes in
simple, quality formats that look and feel like beautiful
objects. Wide Eyed books focus on key interests in the
arts, natural history and armchair travel.
With a 35-year heritage of books that celebrate the
diversity of our world, Frances Lincoln Children's Books is
the back-to-back Waterstone prize-winning publisher of
today. Boasting the best-selling Little People Big Dreams
series, we also publish beautifully-illustrated natural
history and novelty titles alongside our boutique picture
book list.
Quarto Children's Books is a co-edition publisher
of exciting, innovative paper-engineered books for
children of all ages. We make quality illustrated non-
fiction titles, covering a range of high-interest topics from
the animal kingdom to outer space, giants to cars – for
publishers selling into all international markets.
Ivy Kids produces beautiful books that will get kids
making, creating, thinking, playing and dreaming.
Covering all sorts of areas, including cool, contemporary
kids' crafts, awesome art activities, and fresh nonfiction
topics, our books will get kids of all ages imagining,
innovating, and above all, having fun!
A high-quality imprint for young children which
encapsulates three main focuses: Imagination, Innovation
and Inspiration. words & pictures represents a powerful
and positive opportunity to open children's minds to a
world of discovery through artful picture books and
illustrated non-fiction.
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Edutainment is the key focus of QED's approach – we aim
to both educate and entertain. Humour, fresh design and
great illustrations combine to make learning engaging
and fun for children aged between four and eleven.
QED's diverse range of titles covers everything from
innovative non-fiction to clever and highly original
picture books. Get inspired and get learning – the fun
starts here!
Wee Gallery is a brand specialising in toys and books
especially developed for very young children, using high-
contrast black-and-white designs that baby’s eyes enjoy.
Sweet Pea Press makes novelty pre-school children’s
books. Our creative team has become a valued supplier
to the international co-edition market throughout the
world and has earned a reputation for innovation and
imagination. We specialize in multilingual co-editions of
our own titles, but we use creativity to tailor our formats
to suit many markets.
Publishing fun and imaginative books and kits for
children of all ages on art, transportation, history, craft,
gardening, and more. Building on the success of Walter
Foster Publishing, a leader in the art instruction field for
more than 90 years, Walter Foster Jr. develops high-
quality and affordable books that spark excitement and
curiosity and inspire lifelong interests.
For more than 30 years, becker&mayer! has produced
extraordinary books for publishing partners worldwide.
Our award-winning formats integrate print with unique
components, electronics, and audio, making each title an
engaging experience. With co-edition partners in over 30
countries, we take pride in exceeding expectations.
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