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…And the Others
An ideal sequel to Thingy, this book tells the story of a sensitive young girl and her imaginary friend, who accompanies her on a journey of growth and self-discovery. Anna has grown up, but she likes to go back in her mind to the episodes that marked her life accompanied by Thingy, her imaginary friend as a child. Anna tells…
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What Is a Syndrome?
A visually striking and thought-provoking journey, revealing a complex, shared human experience of difference, struggle, and inclusion. What is a Syndrome? A microcosm? A crisis? Something random? A fight? An attack? A common history? What else? Whatever it is, it’s something that concerns all of us. This picture book doesn’t give an answer but provides some interesting food for thought…
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Thingy
An ode to children’s inner life and the healing power of imaginary friends. “Thingies” take part to the inner life of so many children. Each one is different, cause they express their creators’ personality, com- forting them in times of need. Anna’s Thingy spurs her to take refuge in creativity, kindly reminding her that she can use her body and…
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The Little Prince
A bold and luminous new illustrated edition of a timeless classic, reimagined by Chinese artist Siqi Zhang. A completely new illustrated edition of one of the most enchanting tales of all times. Chinese illustrator Siqi Zhang reinterprets Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s masterpiece through a visual sensibility that is far removed from the original iconography, yet deeply faithful to the spirit of…
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What Is the Sky?
A collection of universal questions, blending philosophy and humour, designed to spark a search for meaning and to fire the imagination. This luminous and original picture book, Guia Risari gathers twenty-four universal questions — the kind children ask naturally and adults often struggle to answer. Her responses are playful, unexpected, and poetic: trees bloom because they are incorrigible optimists; bees…
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It’s All About Knots
From the knot untied at birth to the shoelaces learned on winter afternoons, each moment of growing up is linked to a different kind of knot. Some knots tighten in the throat on the first day of school, others are loosened by sharing small daily stories. As the child grows, he learns that knots—like imperfections—make each life unique and strong.…
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TINY HOUSES. Achoo, Mimì!
Welcome to Tiny Houses Island — a place where every house has a voice, a heart, and a unique personality. A rainy day brings puddles, laughter and play to the Island of Tiny Houses — until Mickey Monet is nowhere to be found. When his friends discover that he is soaked, sneezing and unwell, they immediately try to help him…
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TINY HOUSES. Happy Birthday Mimì!
Welcome to Tiny Houses Island — a place where every house has a voice, a heart, and a unique personality. On the Island of Tiny Houses, Mimi Maison wakes up full of excitement: it’s her birthday, and she can’t wait to celebrate with her friends. But one by one, everyone seems too busy to play, and Mimi begins to feel…
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Ball, Where Do You Go?
If we were balls, with our jumps and our bounces, and we were free to go wherever we wanted, where would we go? A restless little ball dreams of bouncing beyond the limits of playtime and asks: where would I go if I were truly free? Off it springs into a bustling city that looks still but pulses with life…
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Ask Mum, Ask Dad
A funny, fast-paced tale that reminds families what can happen when no one really listens On a rainy Sunday, Martino is trapped at home with two very busy parents and a huge amount of imagination. Boredom turns him into a whirlwind of questions about costumes, cartoons, popcorn, and baths. Mom sends him to Dad, Dad sends him to Mom, and the…
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I’m too me!
Too loud, too wild, too much? Or just perfect the way you are? Alex is nine: loud, distracted, unstoppable – and always in trouble. So he sets out to investigate the biggest mystery of all: himself. With pencils, curiosity and chaos, he starts a “non-diary diary” to survive school, swimming lessons and everything he’s not supposed to do. Along the…
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160 Films (and Series) to Watch Before You’re 16 (and Even After)
A cross-generational book for teens, families, teachers, and film lovers of all ages: not just a guide, but a map to the movies that shape who we are — before sixteen, and long after. Cinema can open worlds, spark emotions, and shape how we see ourselves. Award-winning author and screenwriter Manlio Castagna has created a guide to 160 essential films…
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Olga the Cloud and Grey
Olga meets Grey, a little cloud who is very excited to go flying with her. But there’s a problem: Grey can’t control himself and keeps dropping hail—on flowers, on cats, on rooftops, even on poor Mrs Emma! Scolded by Ugo the Little Bird, Grey bursts into tears, until Olga finds a clever solution: her bandana becomes a nappy to keep…
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Olga the Cloud and the Squirrel
One autumn afternoon, cheeky Tito the Squirrel leaps onto Olga the Cloud while she’s napping. He asks her to take him on an adventure, and together they fly over the sea, visit the mountains Bianca and Rosetta, soar above the rooftops of the city, and water the thirsty sunflowers. But when the Grey Cloud Aunties bring a heavy downpour, poor…
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Olga the Cloud and the Mountain
Rosetta is a beautiful mountain, dressed in green trees and wearing a snowy white hat. She and Olga the Cloud are the best of friends. One night, Olga and Ugo the Little Bird stay over at Rosetta’s, and the Moon reads them a bedtime story. But when the Sun rises, Rosetta’s snowy hat begins to melt in the heat! Olga…
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Olga the Cloud Goes to the Funfair
Olga, Gino and their friend Lalla set off for a magical night at the funfair. There’s candyfloss with Mr Kite, a shooting game with Patrizio the Rocket, a dizzy ride with Sonia the Star, and fritters baked by Giovanna the Moon. Lalla tries her luck at the fishing game, they explore the enchanted castle, and whizz down a giant rainbow-coloured…
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Olga the Cloud and the Wind
It’s a blustery day, and the mischievous Wind won’t leave poor Olga the Cloud alone. Wherever she tries to hide—in the branches of a tree, among the mountains, or with her plump, grey aunties—the Wind finds her and blows her away. At last, a kind girl named Ann opens her window and shelters Olga from the storm. After a cosy…
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Olga the Cloud and the Snow
In summer, Olga the Cloud sprinkles just a little rain, sometimes even on Raimondo the Cat when he misbehaves. In autumn, when the Sun goes on holiday, the showers grow heavier. The children long to splash in puddles—but they’re not allowed. Then, just before Christmas, little Leo makes a special request: “Please, please, Olga, make it snow!” It isn’t easy,…
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Olga the Cloud and the Sun
One morning, the Sun wakes up feeling unwell—pale, dizzy, and soon covered in red spots. The little birds are worried, and even the Doctor confirms it: the Sun has chickenpox! He doesn’t want to take his medicine, and hides under the covers, until help arrives from unexpected friends. Giovanna the Moon encourages him, and Olga the Cloud brings a gentle,…
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Goodnight, Olga the Cloud
Olga the Cloud has had a busy day—teasing the Sun, tickling a mountain, soaking a cat! But when night falls, finding the right place to sleep is not so easy: the Sun snores, the Moon sings, the Stars dance, and even the trees are occupied. Luckily, two kind little birds take Olga back home to her mummy. A tender and…
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