Cicada Books

Taking a flight is always exciting, and this fun and quirky activity book is the perfect travel companion for your little one's journey!

''I think it’s time for a Wowee Zowee adventure – the perfect travel companion!'' -- The BookActivist 

Hop on board and visit a host of weird worlds and peculiar planets in this delightfully charming and very silly activity book for the young and the young at heart. Design some ski-wear for Frostonika, spot the differences in Crystal Castles and think up a menu for the beach bar on Lazy Isle! The only limits are your own imagination!

Bold, fresh illustrations by Jurg Lindenberger, bring the activities to life. A timely reminder of the thrills of travel and exploration.

Let your kids creativity run wild!

A thoughtfully designed and timely activity book in which to explore ideas of mindfulness and self-acceptance by emerging author-illustrator, Sophie Williams.

''The cheerful, doodlelike illustrations—some in full color, others selectively colored, and many of them busy—are filled with nature imagery and complement the text well''. -- Kirkus

''For kids who can’t get enough of books that help them explore their inner thoughts and feelings, this book is perfect''. -- Youth Services Book Review

''It’s so imaginative the way that the mental health exercises are presented in such an interesting way. This would be a great book for any age, from children to adults!'' -- Luminous Libro

''Full of helpful advice with opportunities for self-reflection , this delightful book will engage readers and support their development, through lively illustrations and heart-warming positivity''. -- The BookActivist

''This brilliantly creative activity book inspires self-awareness, helps to navigate complex feelings and promotes positive mental wellbeing''. -- Paper Ren

The journey of self-discovery starts right here!

Aimed at a middle-grade audience, this delightful activity book asks young readers to explore the landscape of their own psyche. They are invited to visit their mountains of strength and wetlands of weaknesses. to confront their ‘forests of fears’, and to take comfort in their ‘islands of interests’. Personality quizzes, coloring in, drawing and designing all feature. Self-examination has never been more enjoyable!

At a time when the mental health of young people is a point of concern, this activity book offers a much-needed opening to ideas of self-awareness, empathy, well-being and mindfulness, with a refreshing optimism and lightness of touch.

Navigate the quirks and rituals of cycling with this essential guide to the etiquette, equipment and technique of group riding.

All sports have their quirks and rituals, but cycling has more than most. As the inexorable rise of the bicycle continues, many casual cyclists are moving into a more serious brand of cycling – riding in road races, groups or cycle clubs. And stumbling straight into a minefield of form and etiquette that those who have grown up in the clubs are well acquainted with.

From how to choose the right bike frame to the rules of cycling in a paceline, there are things that any serious cyclist should know. Covering kit, bike, group riding, technique and training, The Road Cyclist’s Companion is a beautifully presented book that is an essential for anyone looking to step up their cycling ambitions.

Praise for The New Baby

''A wonderful activity book for a young child who is expecting a new sibling''. -- Youth Services Book Review

''It is stressful becoming a big brother and this activity book has helped me to navigate the changes that will be happening in my family soon''. -- Liam, 9, Kids Book Buzz

''An original, brilliant idea, in the form of a beautifully illustrated paperback picture book''. -- It's All About Stories

''An entirely lovely book and a perfect gift for young families''. -- My Shelves Are Full

''An adorable activity paperback created to help children make sense of what it means to become a sibling''. -- Babyology

An activity book for soon-to-be big brothers and sisters.

Introducing a young child to the idea of a new sibling can be tricky to get right. This activity book offers parents a new way of starting a conversation with their child about the baby developing in mummy’s tummy. By doodling, colouring in and engaging with the illustrations, the older sibling is invited to think and talk about themselves, and in doing so, to think about the new baby and what life might be like when it arrives: These are the names of some baby animals, what is your name? What do you think Baby’s name should be? When mummy is three months pregnant, Baby starts growing hair. What colour is your hair? Draw it here. What colour do you think Baby’s hair will be? The activities are brought alive in bright, on trend, paper cut illustrations.

The first edition of this book was received to much critical success. This revised edition includes new activities and an eye-catching new cover.

Motherlode provides a canvas on which to explore the vast spectrum of emotions and experiences that accompany the birth of a child. Honest and funny, it illuminates the universality of the physical indignities, the anxieties and euphorias and the silent, toxic societal expectations that are impossible to live up to. Beautiful illustrations by Georgina McAusland run alongside inspirational quotes and thought-provoking activities for new moms. 

The 2020 paperback release of the critically acclaimed 2018 edition. 'Born Bad is an accessible and lighthearted picture book that cleverly introduces young readers ages 4-9 to issues surrounding identity and transformation through humor and surprising animal facts'. -- The Midwest Book Review “Wolf wasn’t happy being Wolf. When he looked in the mirror he looked BAD. And when he looked bad, he felt bad, and when he felt bad, he acted bad.” Wolf wants to change but he’s not sure how. He goes on a journey, meeting members of the animal kingdom that experience change; a caterpillar, chameleon, salamander and seal, to name a few. With their help he undergoes a magnificent transition... C K Smouha is a children’s author living and working in Bristol. Born Bad was her first book, but she has since authored a number of critically acclaimed books for Cicada.

Take a journey down the Nile to the Delta and discover the rites, rituals, art, and culture of the Ancient Egyptians. Jackal-headed Anubis; Osiris, ruler of the underworld; and his wife, Isis, goddess of magic, are brought to life in Joe Gamble's warm, sketchy style. Activities include designing a pharaoh's headdress, making up your own gods, writing your name in hieroglyphics, and discovering the treasures of Tutankhamun's tomb, alongside plenty of coloring in. A warm, humorous illustration and text style will get young readers engaged with the fascinating historical rituals and traditions of one of the world's greatest civilizations.

“The truth will set you free, but first it will piss you off.”—Gloria Steinem

Vajournal is a canvas on which to explore feminist rage. Thought-provoking activities ask readers to list all the people they have ever slept with, describe their worst and best sexual experiences, and to relay their hopes and dreams, feelings about their bodies, and experiences of everyday sexism. Plenty of blank space is left for thoughts and observations of female experience. Isabella Bunnell’s beautiful illustrations bring the pages to life and invite further contemplation.