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Celeste’s War
Autumn 1944. In the woods of the Langhe, twelve-year-old Celeste and his little sister Flora, five, are playing Training, a survival game to prepare for the arrival of the enemy – and the enemy, they have always been taught, are the rebels who have gone up into the hills: the partisans. But nothing can prepare them for what they find…
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Even the Devil Gets Tired
When her grandmother tells her the story of the Devil’s Saddle, Efi cannot stop thinking about that poor devil alone, defeated by a horde of angels. So she asks her aunt, who studies flamingos, to go with her to the promontory overlooking the gulf of Cagliari, called the Devil’s Saddle, to learn his side of the story. There she meets…
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Uncle Cringe
Everyone has an Uncle Cringe. But Neve’s is the worst one of all. And this will be the most embarrassing trip of her whole life. Neve is certain of one thing in life: every family has an Uncle Cringe. And unfortunately, hers is the cringiest of all. Always over the top with unlikely jokes, embarrassing dancing and an obsession with…
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Sometimes Words
Words can hurt—but they can also heal. A powerful picture book that helps children discover the magic of kindness, one sentence at a time. Words can sometimes isolate us, but they also have the power to build bridges. They may act as walls, yet they can also be open doors. While words can hurt like arrows, they can also illuminate…
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Hide-and-Kiss
A kiss is an intimate gesture, full of meaning: it confirms a good thing, it affirms a new affection, it is used to greet each other, for fun, between friends. But it is not a gesture that we can take for granted. And so Sam rebels against the request for kisses. He hides. And when he becomes too big to…
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Chromosomes
Lucia looks back on her life through her most treasured memories: the love she shared with Giorgio, summers in Ischia, and laughter-filled Sundays with friends. But her story goes beyond personal recollection—it becomes a tapestry of generations, crossing continents and centuries. From seafaring grandparents and adventurous ancestors to ancient origins rooted in the heart of Africa, Cromosomi is a celebration…
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Red Stars
Leningrad, 1941. Twins Viktor and Nadya are twelve years old when Hitler’s Germany declares war on the Soviet Union. All the children in the city are loaded onto special trains that take them to safety from the enemy advance, but due to a mistake Viktor and Nadya end up on different trains and lose track of each other. While Nadya…
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The Houses of the Dead Have No Stairs
A bold, gripping novel about memory, grief, and the invisible line between the living and the lost. Since the fire that destroyed part of her grandmother’s house, nothing in Dodo’s life has felt right. No one talks about what really happened that night – or what Dodo saw. Her grandmother barely speaks, and the silence around the past grows heavier…
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Cassandra Apollinaire’s Prodigious Soul-Capturing Machine
Three siblings, a race against time among the streets of Paris, coded messages, ancient daguerreotypes, centuries-old secret circles and a disturbing mystery: can photographic film preserve a soul? France, 1971. It’s the 13th of October when a postman rings the Sélavy family’s door, causing all hell to break loose: the delivery is for Louis, René’s twin, who died in an…
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We Are Not Angels
«The other day, a man leaned over my baby brother’s crib, smiled and exclaimed: “What a little angel!”. “They’re all little angels,” my father replied. Apparently he had forgotten the time I filled his slippers with silly putty and used his pipe to blow bubbles. Are we all little angels? I wouldn’t say so.» We all know that children are…
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Three Cats in the Sink
A charming and heartwarming picture book filled with humour, warmth, and the delightful chaos of feline companionship. Once upon a time, the narrator’s home was quiet, spotless, and perfectly orderly—until three mischievous cats arrived, one by one, turning everyday life upside down. Fiamma, the fiery whirlwind; Bigia, the picky and proud observer; and Nera, the mysterious and watchful guardian, each…
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Ada Upside Down
Ada’s world is delightfully unique and her story is a perfect read for young readers who love embracing their differences. Ada is a unique child—she does everything backwards! From speaking and walking to writing and playing, her world is upside down. While some people find her strange, Ada remains happy and true to herself. This delightful and thought-provoking picture book…
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The Stone
A circle of stones with dark powers, a wind-battered island and a boy looking for answers A haunting and emotionally charged mystery set on a remote Irish island. When a second death shakes the community, thirteen-year-old Liam begins to connect it to his mother’s recent, unexplained accident – and to a strange carved stone buried near both bodies. A bold,…
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Where I’m Born Everyday
A tender and poetic picture book by renowned author-illustrator Arianna Papini, celebrating the infinite ways love, family, and care shape a child’s world. Through lyrical prose and heartfelt illustrations, the book takes readers on a journey of daily rebirth—where every hug, every gaze, and every hand that comforts becomes a place of belonging. From the soft embrace of a grandmother…
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Peggy makes some biscuits
It’s freezing outside, so Peggy is staying warm in the kitchen… Today Peggy, Dad, and Fofò the cat fill their kitchen with warmth and laughter as they bake cookies together. From the zesty scent of lemon to the soft, sticky dough, every moment becomes a playful adventure. Peggy presses each cookie with her fork, adding her special touch, while Fofò…
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I Saw a Moose in Our Garden
Getting ready for school can be a challenging task. But what if the garden suddenly became a playground for incredible creatures? A clever squirrel, a graceful horse, and even… a moose sniffing the flowers! In this celebration of imagination and the joy of bonding, a father and his child turn their morning routine into an adventure full of surprises, where…
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Rita’s Garden
As soon as Sofia wakes up, she looks for Rita. Her beloved cat usually runs to her when she calls her name. But this morning Rita does not come. Sofia calls her uncle, and suddenly his eyes become sad. Sofia realises something has happened. Rita is there, and yet it is as if she were not there. Everything about her…
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The Son of the Sea – Da Mar 1
For many years, nothing important happened in the house. Then, the barbarians arrived. At fourteen, Pietro is just a pig keeper in a quiet Roman province – until the shadow of Attila’s barbarian horde reaches his doorstep. Thrust into the chaos of war, he’s forced to grow up fast: enlisting as a legionary, crossing paths with nobles, forging a deep…
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The Wind Thief – Da Mar 2
For many years, nothing important happened in the house. Then, Angela fished a body out of the canal. Venice, Early Middle Ages. When her once-powerful family falls into disgrace, Angela – the bold daughter of a merchant – disguises herself as a boy and boards a ship bound for Alexandria. Her mission: stop her father’s enemies and restore her family’s…
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The Boy, the Wolf and the Way Home
Giorgio is afraid of thunderstorms, wolves, and even his father, who came back a different man from the war. Only for Marianna, the girl he likes, he finds the courage to ride his bike at night, to get her some special shells from the seaside. But on his way there he finds a wounded wolf, who would probably die without…
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