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Hoopdriver
Billy Hoopdriver is thirteen years old and tired of being invisible. He lives with his father in a grey council house in Liverpool—just the two of them, locked in silence. His dad used to sell bikes, then worked as a delivery driver, but now he’s out of a job and barely speaks. Billy’s only real connection is with his grandfather,…
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No Island Is Alone
A captivating nonfiction picture book that explores the wonders of islands—from coral atolls and volcanic peaks to desert oases and islands of the imagination. Through stunning illustrations and engaging storytelling, readers are invited to uncover the secrets, history, and natural mysteries of islands around the world. Blending science, geography, and history with a poetic touch, the book reveals how islands,…
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Destination: Solar System
A thrilling and hilarious space adventure that blends science and imagination as three kids explore the Solar System with a quirky astrophysicist and a talking AI. Packed with real astronomical facts, this chapter book makes learning about space irresistibly fun. Oscar, Azzurra and Andrea already know it: the trip to the Museum of Galactic History and Culture will be super…
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Maydala Express
An unforgettable journey towards the last, unknown destination Finally, ten years old and red-haired, lives in Grey City’s immense railway station and works for a company that controls all the trains around the world, obeying wicked Mr Mortimer’s orders. Every day she dreams of escaping… One day she finds a piece of crumpled paper in her pocket, with strange lettering…
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To Survive on a Desert Island
Having a safe shelter for the night and rainy days. Exploring the island from above, getting to know it well. Finding food. As soon as possible. Keeping fit and finding something to kill the time, and devising ways to escape! There are many things you need to do on a desert island, but only one object is required… A playful…
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The Cricketts – I Am All Alone, I Come From Far Away
Kindness is the absolute protagonist of this 4-books series by legendary Italian picture book artist Nicoletta Costa: meet the Crickett family as they set out on amazing adventures, get rescued by friendly strangers, welcome new residents in their happy community. Little Ciacco, together with his family, has left to go live in another country, where dad will find a new…
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The Cricketts – Franz Ant Makes New Friends
Kindness is the absolute protagonist of this 4-books series by legendary Italian picture book artist Nicoletta Costa: meet the Crickett family as they set out on amazing adventures, get rescued by friendly strangers, welcome new residents in their happy community. Franz Ant has to leave because his home has been destroyed by a storm. After long days of walking, he…
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The Crickett Family Goes on a Trip
Kindness is the absolute protagonist of this 4-books series by legendary Italian picture book artist Nicoletta Costa: meet the Crickett family as they set out on amazing adventures, get rescued by friendly strangers, welcome new residents in their happy community. The Crickett family takes a trip to the river. The little crickets have a great time. But then, big clouds…
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Homes Around the World
Have you ever dreamed of travelling the world without leaving the warmth of home? Homes Around the World invites you on a journey across continents, exploring the unique and fascinating ways people build and live in their homes. From a cosy English cottage to a bustling Australian farmhouse, from a serene Japanese house to the vibrant favelas of Brazil, this…
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Gauguin in Tahiti
Inspired by Noa Noa, the iconic travel diary by Paul Gauguin, Marco Malvezzi’s illustrated book is a captivating exploration of the Polynesian islands that shaped the course of modern art. Combining evocative storytelling with breathtaking photographs, this work transports readers into a world of vibrant landscapes, rich traditions, and artistic discovery. Both a tribute to Gauguin’s legacy and a contemporary…
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Recherche
A fascinating book that guides us through a journey steeped in profound meanings. It is not just a matter of exploring inaccessible geographical territories, but of embarking on an inner journey, of opening our minds and hearts to new perspectives: the book invites us to go beyond the confines of everyday reality, to lift our gaze to the highest peaks…
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Igor
All he knows about himself is his name: Igor. He has been pensive for a few days. Could it be that he has never seen anyone who looks like him? Maybe it’s out there somewhere, and just needs to be found. Maybe it’s time to leave home and to go on a journey in search for a family. But, every time he thinks he has…
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To Catch a Magic Frog
To catch a magic frog, you need someone to tell you how. You must hurry. You need a good pair of shoes, and a purple hat. (Everyone knows magic frogs like purple hats). To catch a magic frog, it’s a good idea to ask a friend for help… A touching and unconventional picture book, written by one of the most…
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Kiran’s Journey
The night has long begun, but Kiran can’t sleep. Tomorrow is the big day, and his heart is like a boat jumping on the waves of the sea. So, Kiran gets out of bed and goes to the window. There’s a round moon that lights the way. And on the street there is a dog that walks alongside the walls,…
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Little Sailing Manual
If it’s the first time you go by sea, you should be guided by an experienced sailor. Someone like Aldo, who knows that the first thing to do when sailing is to set a destination. A destination that can be reached with unexpected events and ingenuity, through difficulties and cooperation. Aldo says you will always get somewhere. A sea story…
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Bears Going Up
It’s morning: a bear wakes up, sees a paper plane out of the window and ventures out to chase it. Like in a movie shot, we begin to follow the bear, with an uphill movement that accompanies us to discover the awakening of an entire town, with many different characters engaged in their daily routine, but also a roller-coaster in…
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Herbarium of My Dreams
In this third and final volume of the Trilogy of Inner Journeys, Bimba Landmann takes us into the world of our dreams, explored as in a herbarium, in a fascinating metaphor between our inner life and the growth of the natural world. From the Forest of Night Dreams we move on to discover the Plants of Daydreaming and then to…
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Turn the Page
A fast-paced and surprising game, full of discoveries at every turn of the page. In fact, the game of turning the page invites us to immerse ourselves in a fantastic world, where from time to time we are catapulted into a different reality: from the baby born in a garden to flying hanging from the neck of a little bird,…
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Happiness Is a Simple Word
As human beings we have all been living an unprecedented collective experience, that changed us deeply. There are different possible paths to deal with this pain and the marks it will leave. A great artist and art therapist proposes us the path of happiness. A happiness to be found in hugs, in creativity, in nature, in our ability to still…
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Dear Mister G.
An unwelcome guest in the attic upsets the peaceful existence of Elvira and Concetta, two elderly ladies who have never left their village. First the mysterious noises, then a letter from the Houses & Attics Agency, addressed to a “Mr G.”: there is no doubt about it, it must be a ghost who has taken up residence in their attic!…
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