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The Dog’s Secret Training
Behind every good dog is a very serious training program Everyone says dogs end up looking like the families they live with—but few know about their secret daily training. While the humans are away at school and work, a disciplined pack of household dogs commits to a rigorous routine designed to become the very best companions possible. From “strength training”…
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The Nap
A warm and humorous picture book about family life, good intentions, and the unexpected consequences of trying to help. A quiet Sunday nap becomes an explosion of activity as Mila sets out to surprise her grandparents — with unforgettable results.
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The Book Without a Protagonist
A witty and philosophical picture book about identity, storytelling, and the magic that begins when someone decides to read. Edoardo, the supposed protagonist of this book, feels crushed by the responsibility of being the main character — so he steps out of the story and leaves. Desperate, the book sets off through the Land of Fairy Tales in search of…
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The Black Egg
A witty fairy tale which turns into an unforgettable journey about difference and finding one’s true place in the world. One day the hen laid a black egg. None wanted to buy it, so the paesant gave it to the king. The queen has to brood it in her chest, said the hen. And so she did, till a little…
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Nobody Knows
A thoughtful and profound look at the beauty and wisdom of nature. An invitation to reflect on our prejudices and change our point of view. Everyone knows about the lizard’s cold blood, but few know that it loves to sleep among roses. Everyone knows about the octopus’s tentacles, but few know about its remarkable brain. Everyone thinks they know —…
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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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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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Diary of Jane Burrasca: The Walkman Files
She wanted a smartphone. She got a vintage Walkman. Now begins the most chaotic diary ever recorded. Giovanna is about to turn ten and she only wants one thing: her first smartphone. She’s convinced that this small device is her official passport into the world of “grown-ups.” But when she opens her long-awaited present, she finds… a Walkman. With huge…
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I Made a Drawing
A poetic, radiant picture book that celebrates childhood creativity and invites adults to truly look. Titì is four years old and has an overwhelming talent: he draws everything he sees, feels, and imagines. Every moment becomes a chance to create — from a holiday sun to a hidden wolf or a tiny whale shark — and each time he eagerly…
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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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Hi, I Am Time
Time has a voice—and it’s ready to tell its story. A playful and informative journey in which Time itself becomes the narrator. Speaking directly to young readers, Time explains where it comes from and how humans have tried to measure it. From the Big Bang to calendars, sundials, and atomic clocks, science and history intertwine. The book explores days, months,…
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Hi, I Am Air
You can’t see her, but you can’t live without her: the true story of an invisible lady Air speaks directly to readers in first person. With irony and warmth, she reveals how she is everywhere—between words on a page, in our lungs, around the planet as the atmosphere. She explains what she is made of, from nitrogen and oxygen to…
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Hi, I Am Robot
A curious little robot, a big journey into the wonders of science and friendship The true and extraordinary story of a small robot, heir to the long tradition of ancient automata and forerunner of a new generation of curious, thinking machines. Equipped with a computer for a brain, this little robot can see in the dark, help with homework, tidy…
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Irma – Happily Us
Irma and Tobi play “If I were” imagining finding possible happiness in something as big as the wind, the sunset, the sky, as well as in an ant, a cloud, Ball the cat, a blade of grass. But what if all possible happiness were even closer? Irma is a four-book character-driven series by Maria Gianola dedicated to young readers. The…
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Anthropocene – Beastly Ideas To Save the World
Twelve friendly animals, among endangered and vulnerable species, unite to save the planet from the challenges of the Anthropocene. From the emperor penguin to the mountain gorilla, from the giraffe to the polar bear, each animal steps into a surprising new role: architect, influencer, university professor, teacher, or pilot. With wit and imagination, this book transforms the urgency of climate…
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A Too-Secret Agent
His name? Classified. His mission? Unknown. Even to him! Ettorino Dobecco is a secret agent… or he would be, if he weren’t too secret — even for the Organisation. When a mysterious parcel arrives with his name on it, Ettorino must decide if it’s the beginning of a real mission, or just the biggest swindle of his life. Between confused…
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Super Toothless and the Popsicle Mission
Who said missing teeth are a weakness? She is six, has lost her teeth and gained a superpower. Meet Super Toothless, the little girl that can save the world with a whistle. Caterina – aka Super Toothless – is back, joined by her rabbit Poco and Grandpa Gian. At the Annual Popsicle Fair, something goes terribly wrong: a mysterious ice-cream…
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Super Toothless and the Super Whistle
Who said missing teeth are a weakness? She is six, has lost her teeth and gained a superpower. Meet Super Toothless, the little girl that can save the world with a whistle. Cate is six, and her worst nightmare is coming true: her two front teeth are falling out. For her, it’s the end of the world – until Grandpa…
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Magic Potions and Other Disasters
A pinch of magic, a sprinkle of chaos… and a whole lot of trouble! Mel’s dad is in love with the most horrible woman on Earth: the terrifying headmistress of her school, whom all the kids call the Crusher. But Mel is not going to let this happen. She enlists the help of Brunilde, a weird yet brilliant middle-schooler who…
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Who Said Santa Isn’t Real?
A girl who doesn’t believe. A sleigh that won’t fly. A Christmas that’s falling apart. When Santa gets a letter from “a very, very naughty girl” insisting he doesn’t exist, everything collapses: the reindeer sulk, the toy factory breaks down, the elves quit – even Santa begins to fade. He brings the girl to his magical village, but no spell can…
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