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“Oh, for the love of stinking skunk farts! My hair is still blue!”

This witch is very angry. She wants her hair color booger green, blood red, or even muddy like a swamp. But not blue, like the blue fairy! She wants to be a witchy witch… so she decides she’s going to kidnap a kid at the park!

“Look at this runt, he’s stolen those dolls from her sister”, she thinks as she stalks her prey… But she’s in for a big surprise!

This fantastic book by Mariasole Brusa and Marta Sevilla is the winner of the V Edition of the Narrating Equality contest.

Whether helping old monkey climb a tree or keeping Giraffe's neck warm on a cold day, Elephant is always ready to lend a hand, or rather a trunk… an exceptionally long trunk!

An uplifting, fun story about individuality, self-acceptance and being yourself. Selected by The White Ravens.

When Daniela the pirate and her crew start to follow a treasure map, strange things begin to happen to them... Could they be the work of Sofronisa, the fearful witch from Spooky Island who can't stand laughter and happiness?

The third book in the popular Daniela the Pirate series delivers adventure on every page as Daniela and her crew try to stop Sofronisa casting her terrible spells.

La malvada bruja Sofronisa vive en Isla Tenebrosa. Desde su cabaña, observa todo en su bola de cristal. No soporta las risas de los demás y cuando ve a alguien feliz le lanza hechizos para que todo le salga mal. ¡Daniela pirata se enfrentará a Sofronisa!

¡Un nuevo libro de la pirata más famosa! ¡Más de 70.000 libros vendidos!

'Goodnight Everyone' in Spanish! Written and illustrated by international bestseller Chris Haughton, a lulling bedtime read, perfect for parents and children to share together.

¡Lanzamiento en español de Goodnight Everyone, escrito e ilustrado por el  bestseller internacional Chris Haughton! Una lectura para antes de ir a dormir.

The sun is setting, and everyone in the forest is getting sleepy. The mice, rabbits, and deer all give great big yawns as they snuggle up with their families for the night. But 'someone' isn't sleepy just yet. Osita thinks she can stay awake a bit longer. Can she do it?

Está anocheciendo y los animales del bosque tienen mucho sueño. No dejan de bostezar: Ouu… aaah. Los ratones, los conejos, Mamá Cierva, Cervatilla… Todos los animales están agotados menos Osita, que no está cansada y ¡no quiere irse a dormir! 

“Your Majesties! Princess Jill never sits still!”

The castle has become very lively as of late. Little Princess Jill is like a hurricane, she comes and goes and suddenly everything is out of place or in shambles. The cook, the gardener, the nanny, and most of all, the Queen and King don’t know what to do about it…

Worst of all, one day they receive a letter from The Royal Family of Farawaylandia: they are coming to visit! Prince Pablo included!

If you’re tired of your average fairytale princess, you’ll love this tale by Margarita del Mazo and José Fragoso!

When elephants walk, they never bother to look down. Terrified of being crushed by giant feet, a group of mice have finally had enough! One day they come up with a plan. Could pepper be the solution to their problem? A delightful story of small creatures making a big impact!

Cuando los elefantes caminan nunca se detienen para mirar hacia abajo. Los ratones tienen miedo de ser aplastados y piden a los elefantes que tengan cuidado. Pero ellos ¡no les hacen ningún caso! Un día, los ratones tienen una idea: ¿podría la pimienta ser la solución a sus problemas?

Ahoy, little mateys! Captain Jack and his crew have found a bottle with a hidden message!

It will lead them to the mysterious Achoo Island… An island inhabited BY GIANT NOSES! As they approach, the giant noses start attacking them with boogers. It was a trap! Boogers fly everywhere! Take cover, mateys! Will Little Captain Jack and his crew be able to escape?

Caution! You may wanna have a hanky ready as you read this hilarious tale of adventure (by Alicia Acosta and Mónica Carretero).

But wait, there’s more! You can also read the first adventure of Little Captain Jack. Anyone can be brave, no matter their size!

When Hugo can’t sleep, he decides to ask all the other animals in the jungle if they know why. But Elephant, Snake, Monkey, Tiger and Crocodile aren’t very happy about being woken up in the middle of the night. Will Hugo ever find out why he can’t sleep? With a colorful palette that is exciting yet impeccable for nighttime, Hugo no puede dormir is the perfect “can’t-get-to-sleep” bedtime story.

Es medianoche y Hugo no puede dormir. Despertará a todos los animales para preguntarles “¿sabes por qué no puedo dormir?”. Pero ellos solo quieren que los deje dormir tranquilos, están muy cansados. Cuando se hace de día, todos los animales se despiertan y Hugo se queda dormido por fin. ¿Por qué no podía dormir durante la noche?

Join Marco and his crew on their amazing journey across the sea. As you read the story, you’ll make your own paper ship with easy-to-follow instructions! Through his adventure, Marco’s ship will be damaged. At the same time, you’ll be tearing off pieces of your paper ship discovering a funny surprise in the end… the treasure of Captain Marco!

¡Únete al capitán Marco y su tripulación en su increíble viaje! Antes de comenzar a navegar, construirás tu propio barco de papel siguiendo fáciles instrucciones. Solo necesitas un folio. En esta aventura habrá accidentes y perderemos partes de nuestro barco. Después de arrancar los trozos de tu barco de papel, ¡descubrirás la sorpresa final!

“Who has ruined the wall???”

“It wasn’t me!” “Me neither!” “I would never do that!” “I don’t even have the brushes!”

Somebody has ruined this wall with paint. But none of these little, seemingly-innocent scoundrels will admit they did it.

A fun story about taking responsibility for one´s actions. Colorful illustrations by artist Pauline Reeves accompany a lighthearted text by Daniel Fehr that is sure to make kids burst out laughing!

[It Wasn’t Me] points the finger at taking responsibility for your actions in a lighthearted, yet nonetheless clear way that is sure to resonate with kids and their caregivers alike, making it an ideal and unreservedly recommended addition to family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library collections. ~Midwest Book Review

Cat has four different cakes and is very hungry! When he goes to eat the first cake, he discovers one of his friends already ate it! He soon realizes all of his cake is gone. Lift the flaps to find out who ate all of Cat´s cakes. A creative board book to learn numbers and animals.

¡Qué hambre tiene Gato! Se comería… un pastel de arándanos… o una magdalena… ¿o quizás la rosquilla? ¿Y un pastel de chocolate? Un momento! ¿Quién se comió el pastel de Gato?

Will Pequeño Búho, with the help of his newfound friend Ardilla, find his home? Chris Haughton’s beloved Little Owl Lost arrives at the US, in Spanish for the first time!

Pequeño Búho se ha perdido y no encuentra a su mamá. Con la ayuda de Ardilla, ¿conseguirá regresar a su nido?

Más de 800.000 libros vendidos. Una pequeña obra maestra. Ternura y risas a partes iguales.

"A delightful picture book for fans of monster stories."---School Library Journal

This little vampire is very scary! Or rather… ZCARY! To pass his Vampire Test, he must give someone the zcare of their life. If he fails, he’ll be sent to… Banana Peeler School! Can he pull off the biggest scare ever or will he fail the test?

This little monster says it´s the ugliest in the world. A second monster claims being even uglier. What happens when a third monster shows up? Could a mirror help them to decide who is the ugliest monster in the world?

Este monstruo afirma que él es el más feo del mundo. Pronto llega un segundo monstruo ¡diciendo que él es el más feo! ¿Y qué ocurre cuando llega un tercer monstruo? Quizás la mejor manera de descubrirlo es mirándose en un espejo. ¿Les ayudará a decidir quién es el monstruo más feo del mundo?

A good choice for a Spanish-language Halloween story time or to emphasize the value of friendship – School Library Journal

Spanish version of 'I'm a Zcary Vampire'. This little vampire is very scary! Or rather… ZCARY! To pass his Vampire Test, he must give someone the zcare of their life. If he fails, he’ll be sent to… Banana Peeler School! Can he pull off the biggest scare ever or will he fail the test?

Una niña paseaba por la calle vacía de la lejana Transilvania cuando ¡apareció una enorme sombra! ¡Una sombra que asombra!
—¡ZOY UN VAMPIRO! ¡UN VAMPIRO PELIGROZO!
La niña tembló, pero de risa. Este vampirito no consigue dar un susto a nadie. A este paso no podrá superar el examen de la escuela de vampiros…

Una divertidísima historia para superar nuestros miedos, de José Carlos Andrés, autor de Los miedos del capitán Cacurcias o Adoptar un dinosaurio, ilustrado por Gómez, reconocida por Daniela pirata, El dedo en la nariz o Ni guau ni miau.

Readers who pick this quirky book will uncover a sweet story of cooperation under all that snot. ~Kirkus Reviews

What’s happened to Sophie’s nose?? It’s the size of a turnip! Her parents often tell her not to pick her nose, but she doesn’t listen. She picks her nose so much, in fact, that Tim (that’s the name of her index finger) has built his home inside, with a living room, a sofa, a kitchen and a gourmet set menu…

An amazing picture book that will make kids laugh, and maybe help them with some nasty habits! Come to this cozy, nosey home!

También disponible en español. (Also available in Spanish.)

It’s good to have a bear, but having two is even better! So does this little girl think as she prepares for a thrilling day in the snow, hand-in-hand with her two bears. Together, they will go sledding down the mountain and they will meet a ton of friends in the woods! Lots of fun in this wintery tale by storyteller Margarita del Mazo and illustrator Rocio Bonilla.

A tender story about the warmth of winter with the right company. One of the few children’s books with a tribute to dads.

Peludo is a very big monster. Peludo is always angry. Peludo is lonely. Is his bad temper the reason he is alone? The little chiggibobs are scared of him and run away…

Peludo es un monstruo muy grande. Peludo siempre está enojado. Peludo está muy solo. ¿Tendrá que ver con su mal humor? Los pequeños rapónchigos huyen de él…

Who hasn’t heard of the legendary vessel, the Black Crock! Other ships cower in fear as they gaze at it through their spyglasses. Its fearsome crew is known all over the Seven Seas. And their captain is Daniela, Daniela the Pirate.

In this new adventure, Daniela and her mates find themselves unable to save the day… Because some other pirates beat them to it! As word of the Fearless Piranhas, a crew of intrepid pirate girls, reaches their ears, Daniela sets sail to find them!

Follow her and the crew of the Black Croc in the long-awaited continuation of Daniela the Pirate, by Susanna Isern and Gómez. Long live the pirate girls!

Hay un nuevo barco pirata surcando los mares, ¡el barco de las Pirañas Intrépidas! Se están haciendo famosas, han salvado a gente en peligro y conseguido tesoros fabulosos…

Let’s just say no reader will be able to resist. ~Kirkus Star Review

“I want a dog! I want a cat!”

“No animals at home!”

“I want a dinosaur!”

“… If you find one you can have it.”

And find it she does. Ali wanted a pet, but her parents didn’t expect that pet to be A DINOSAUR!

A charming and humorous tale that stirs kids’ imagination as they read aloud. Come along with Kimo, the sweetest dinosaur of them all, and you won’t stop laughing!

After reading this tale, you’ll want a pet dinosaur too!

The Perfect Siesta author Pato Mena will make you laugh with this new wacky story!

“Wait… A costume party thrown by a mole?! But they can’t see!”, you may say. Yet Wonder Mole throws legendary costume parties. You wanna know how? Have you ever wondered how do moles manage to dress up for costume parties? The answer is… SCENT COSTUMES! However, this also entrails some risks. Say, for example, if a sneaky weasel would sneak into the party…! Find out how this uproar of a party ends!

Fabulous illustrations, in bright, warm colors, complement this funny story. This Chilean author/illustrator bears watching! ~Youth Services Book Review

“Oh, for the love of stinking skunk farts! My hair is still blue!”

This witch is very angry. She wants her hair color booger green, blood red, or even muddy like a swamp. But not blue, like the blue fairy! She wants to be a witchy witch… so she decides she’s going to kidnap a kid at the park!

“Look at this runt, he’s stolen those dolls from her sister”, she thinks as she stalks her prey… But she’s in for a big surprise!

This fantastic book by Mariasole Brusa and Marta Sevilla is the winner of the V Edition of the Narrating Equality contest.

Esta bruja quiere robar un niño. Volando con su escoba llega al parque y allí encuentra a Nicolás jugando con unas muñecas.

El primer premio del concurso “Narrar la igualdad” escrito por la italiana Mariasole Brusa e ilustrado por Marta Sevilla. Auspiciado por la asociación Woman to Be.

The book feels modern in its references and social cornerstones while retaining a classic, elegant style thanks to Wimmer's gorgeous portraits of the princesses in their crowns, each facing a page of that princess in action. Brown and Wimmer use diversity not only to highlight important differences among people, but also to show how these unique traits and interests allow every princess to choose her own path. If every girl is a little princess, this book shows that to keep that crown requires only finding things to love in life and pursuing them. ~Kirkus Star Review and BEST BOOKS OF 2018

There’s a princess closer than you think. You just have to open your eyes and your heart wide.

Don’t expect your typical fairytale princesses inside this book. These princesses are neighbors, schoolmates, the cashier at your supermarket, a lawyer, an architect…The Truly Brave Princesses will help you realize that, if you watch closely, princesses are all around you, and they are brave, caring and determined.

También disponible en español. (Also available in Spanish.)

In this Spanish sing-a-long, meet Rafa the Giraffe! With his whiskers and glasses, little ones will love reading and singing about his adventures in the Savanna. Listen along with the QR code included at the back of the book!

¡Lee y canta con La jirafa Rafa! Para nuestro lectores más pequeños.

"La jirafa se llama Rafa, tiene bigotes y lleva gafas.
Vive en el centro de la sabana y en su huerto tiene manzanas"

Canta libro con QR para descargar la música.

Roof to roof, Federico the cat visits all his families everyday: Tadeo and his grandparents, Anna and her two Moms; Virginia, with her Mom and Dad, Paula and her two Dads… All of them different, all of them loved by Federico. Unconditionally.

This little jewel is perfect to show the smallest of the house that love can be found in any family. By author and compromised activist for diversity Mili Hernández and illustrator Gómez.

También disponible en español. (Also available in Spanish.)

Roof to roof, Federico the cat visits all his families everyday: Tadeo and his grandparents, Anna and her two Moms; Virginia, with her Mom and Dad, Paula and her two Dads… All of them different, all of them loved by Federico. Unconditionally.

This little jewel is perfect to show the smallest of the house that love can be found in any family. By author and compromised activist for diversity Mili Hernández and illustrator Gómez.

A sweet, creative rendering of a young child’s imagination. ~Booklist

GRRRRRRRRRR!! What is that noise? Is it a hungry, ferocious lion from the savannah? Or a fire-breathing dragon from a far-off land?

Mysterious noises haunt this little boy. With every passing page, the anticipation will grow: what’s the cause of this big GROWL? A lion? A mean, ugly ogre? A ten-eyed creature from outer space? Or perhaps something else, something… unexpected?

Stay for the final surprise in this intriguing tale for the smallest ones of the house by A.H. Benjamin and Merel Eyckerman.

Have you ever heard of the moonbow? It’s a rarely occurring natural phenomenon. Its beauty is otherworldly, but legend says that if an animal gazes upon one… they become human!

Mimbi the seal and Kipo the turtle live carefree lives in the ocean, playing every day with their friends and listening to old tales the octopus tells at night. But one day…

Follow these two friends in this new beautiful and magical legend by the creators behind The Truly Brave Princesses, Dolores Brown and Sonja Wimmer.

¿Qué pasaría si una foca y una tortuga se transformaran en humanos? La leyenda dice que si un animal del mar ve el arcoíris lunar... ¡se convierten en humanos! Una tarde, Mimbi y Tipo se quedan demasiado tiempo jugando en el coral, y entonces…

¿Podrán Mimbi y Kipo volver a ser quienes eran? ¿Podrán regresar al mar?

Cangrejita is ecstatic to visit the ocean for the first time, but when she sees the huge, thunderous waves, she realizes the ocean is a bit scarier than she thought. A heartwarming story about facing what scares us! Simultaneously released in Spanish and English, world premiere book!

Hoy es el primer día que Cangrejita va al mar, ¡y está entusiasmada! Pero cuando ve las enormes olas… “Papá, no sé si me gusta el mar”. ¿Podrá Cangrejita afrontar sus miedos? El nuevo libro de Chris Haughton nos hará sonreír y recordar la emoción de descubrir cosas nuevas.

A fun story emerges which differs from the usual pirate story in many satisfying ways. ~Maverick Children's Books

CBC Best Books of the Year (Under Five), 2019

Is being a pirate only for boys? That’s not what Daniela thinks.

She dreams of becoming a pirate on the legendary ship, the Black Croc. She searches and searches through the seven seas, until one day, she finally finds it. But oh dear! These pirates seem to be a little chauvinist. Particularly Captain Choppylobe, who will make Daniela go through difficult challenges to prove her worth as a pirate. Will she make it? Will they let her be part of the crew?

A story about equality and realizing your dreams.

Ahoy, little mateys! Captain Jack and his crew have found a bottle with a hidden message!

It will lead them to the mysterious Achoo Island… An island inhabited BY GIANT NOSES! As they approach, the giant noses start attacking them with boogers. It was a trap! Boogers fly everywhere! Take cover, mateys! Will Little Captain Jack and his crew be able to escape?

Caution! You may wanna have a hanky ready as you read this hilarious tale of adventure (by Alicia Acosta and Mónica Carretero).

But wait, there’s more! You can also read the first adventure of Little Captain Jack. Anyone can be brave, no matter their size!

“Your Majesties! Princess Jill never sits still!”

The castle has become very lively as of late. Little Princess Jill is like a hurricane, she comes and goes and suddenly everything is out of place or in shambles. The cook, the gardener, the nanny, and most of all, the Queen and King don’t know what to do about it…

Worst of all, one day they receive a letter from The Royal Family of Farawaylandia: they are coming to visit! Prince Pablo included!

If you’re tired of your average fairytale princess, you’ll love this tale by Margarita del Mazo and José Fragoso!

Tender and contemplative, this volume is an apt ode to the process of welcoming any lovingly awaited child. ~Publishers Weekly

We had waited for you for so long. We did not know when you would come.

We did not know what your name was, or if your eyes were brown or blue.

One day, finally, you arrived.

A unique and tender story to about the adoption process and the arrival of a long-awaited child. By Dolores Brown and Reza Dalvand.

Ana and her classmates are being bullied. Going to school used to be fun, but it’s turned into a nightmare ever since Emma arrived. She’s mean and bossy, and Ana is now the target of her bullying. Ana feels sick, she doesn’t want to eat and she’s now silent instead of her usual cheerful self.

Preschool teacher and author Pilar Serrano tells a story of teamwork and bravery based on her personal experience with her students at school. A necessary book, and a tool to deal with bullying.

Tender and contemplative, this volume is an apt ode to the process of welcoming any lovingly awaited child. ~Publishers Weekly

We had waited for you for so long. We did not know when you would come.

We did not know what your name was, or if your eyes were brown or blue.

One day, finally, you arrived.

A unique and tender story to about the adoption process and the arrival of a long-awaited child. By Dolores Brown and Reza Dalvand.

También disponible en español. (Also available in Spanish.)

Hedgehog and Rabbit enjoy eating cabbages and looking for snails in their peaceful garden. But when a scary, swirling wind comes up, the two must find a way to face their fears.

Pablo Albo is a writer and storyteller. He has published more than forty books and has recounted tales at storytelling festivals in Spain, Cuba, Switzerland, Italy, Greece, Australia, Brazil, Mexico, Venezuela, Belgium, and France. His books have been translated into English, German, French, Italian, and Portuguese. He has been awarded the prestigious Lazarillo prize twice in Spain and three of his books have been selected by The White Ravens.

GÓMEZ studied fine arts in Salamanca, Spain. A new talent, she has worked for several publishing houses in Europe, such as SM in Spain, Le Petites Bulles Editions in France, and Scholastic and Sterling in the United States.

Readers who pick this quirky book will uncover a sweet story of cooperation under all that snot. ~Kirkus Reviews

What’s happened to Sophie’s nose?? It’s the size of a turnip! Her parents often tell her not to pick her nose, but she doesn’t listen. She picks her nose so much, in fact, that Tim (that’s the name of her index finger) has built his home inside, with a living room, a sofa, a kitchen and a gourmet set menu…

An amazing picture book that will make kids laugh, and maybe help them with some nasty habits! Come to this cozy, nosey home!

Also available in Spanish as La gran fiesta de los olores

The Perfect Siesta author Pato Mena will make you laugh with this new wacky story!

“Wait… A costume party thrown by a mole?! But they can’t see!”, you may say. Yet Wonder Mole throws legendary costume parties. You wanna know how? Have you ever wondered how do moles manage to dress up for costume parties? The answer is… SCENT COSTUMES! However, this also entrails some risks. Say, for example, if a sneaky weasel would sneak into the party…! Find out how this uproar of a party ends!

Fabulous illustrations, in bright, warm colors, complement this funny story. This Chilean author/illustrator bears watching! ~Youth Services Book Review

Hedgehog and Rabbit enjoy eating cabbages and looking for snails in their peaceful garden. But when a scary, swirling wind comes up, the two must find a way to face their fears.

Pablo Albo is a writer and storyteller. He has published more than forty books and has recounted tales at storytelling festivals in Spain, Cuba, Switzerland, Italy, Greece, Australia, Brazil, Mexico, Venezuela, Belgium, and France. His books have been translated into English, German, French, Italian, and Portuguese. He has been awarded the prestigious Lazarillo prize twice in Spain and three of his books have been selected by The White Ravens.

GÓMEZ studied fine arts in Salamanca, Spain. A new talent, she has worked for several publishing houses in Europe, such as SM in Spain, Le Petites Bulles Editions in France, and Scholastic and Sterling in the United States.

Humorous illustrations in bright colors showcase an ewe with a big personality and an even bigger heart. ~Foreword Reviews

You may have heard of King Kong, but you have yet to hear of Gilda, the giant sheep!

Accompany her as she escapes from the shepherds into the city. Gilda will try to find a new home for herself, but what place can a giant sheep call home?

A tale full of tenderness with an endearing message: no matter who you are, you can find a home in the world. Written and illustrated by Emilio Urberuaga, Spanish National Illustration Prize Winner.

“Who has ruined the wall???”

“It wasn’t me!” “Me neither!” “I would never do that!” “I don’t even have the brushes!”

Somebody has ruined this wall with paint. But none of these little, seemingly-innocent scoundrels will admit they did it.

A fun story about taking responsibility for one´s actions. Colorful illustrations by artist Pauline Reeves accompany a lighthearted text by Daniel Fehr that is sure to make kids burst out laughing!

[It Wasn’t Me] points the finger at taking responsibility for your actions in a lighthearted, yet nonetheless clear way that is sure to resonate with kids and their caregivers alike, making it an ideal and unreservedly recommended addition to family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library collections. ~Midwest Book Review

A sweet, creative rendering of a young child’s imagination. ~Booklist

GRRRRRRRRRR!! What is that noise? Is it a hungry, ferocious lion from the savannah? Or a fire-breathing dragon from a far-off land?

Mysterious noises haunt this little boy. With every passing page, the anticipation will grow: what’s the cause of this big GROWL? A lion? A mean, ugly ogre? A ten-eyed creature from outer space? Or perhaps something else, something… unexpected?

Stay for the final surprise in this intriguing tale for the smallest ones of the house by A.H. Benjamin and Merel Eyckerman.

También disponible en español. (Also available in Spanish.)

It’s good to have a bear, but having two is even better! So does this little girl think as she prepares for a thrilling day in the snow, hand-in-hand with her two bears. Together, they will go sledding down the mountain and they will meet a ton of friends in the woods! Lots of fun in this wintery tale by storyteller Margarita del Mazo and illustrator Rocio Bonilla.

A tender story about the warmth of winter with the right company. One of the few children’s books with a tribute to dads.

"A Big Help" will prove to be a delightfully and enduringly popular addition to family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book collections. ~Midwest Book Review

It’s a disaster! Badger has lost his teddy! Fortunately, Bear is there to help him find it. Follow the two friends as they search for the lost teddy, and meet a lot of animals along the way!

The search is on!

Lola and Simón are neighbors, but they never say hello or greet each other. Simon stares at Lola and thinks she may be lonely. She may need a friend. Lola looks at Simón and thinks he may be lonely. He may need a friend. And one day, a shooting star flies across the night sky.

Lola y Simón son vecinos, pero nunca se saludan. Lola piensa que su vecino Simón está solo, ¿quién podría ser su amigo? Simón piensa que su vecina Lola está sola. ¿Quién podría ser su amigo? Una noche los dos ven una estrella fugaz.

Coauthors Acosta (Little Captain Jack) and Amavisca (Bang Bang I Hurt the Moon) keep their focus tight, concentrating on Ben’s feelings and the way the boys’ taunting torments him (“He felt even sadder than the day his fish went to fish heaven”). Loose-lined drawings with gently tinted wash by Gusti (Mallko and Dad) underscore the intimacy and loyalty of Ben’s family. ~Publishers Weekly

This is a story inspired by true events.

Ben is a little boy, and he likes painting his nails. There’s no big reason to it, he just loves all the amazing colors on the tips of his fingers. Until one day, some of his schoolmates start laughing at him because of it. He suddenly feels sad, helpless, and doesn’t want to paint his nails anymore. Even when his father starts painting his nails to support Ben, the helplessness doesn’t go away.

Why can’t boys paint their nails? A tale to understand that a kid’s joy has no boundaries.

A simple story about a small revolution.

Coauthors Acosta (Little Captain Jack) and Amavisca (Bang Bang I Hurt the Moon) keep their focus tight, concentrating on Ben’s feelings and the way the boys’ taunting torments him (“He felt even sadder than the day his fish went to fish heaven”). Loose-lined drawings with gently tinted wash by Gusti (Mallko and Dad) underscore the intimacy and loyalty of Ben’s family. ~Publishers Weekly

This is a story inspired by true events.

Ben is a little boy, and he likes painting his nails. There’s no big reason to it, he just loves all the amazing colors on the tips of his fingers. Until one day, some of his schoolmates start laughing at him because of it. He suddenly feels sad, helpless, and doesn’t want to paint his nails anymore. Even when his father starts painting his nails to support Ben, the helplessness doesn’t go away.

Why can’t boys paint their nails? A tale to understand that a kid’s joy has no boundaries.

A simple story about a small revolution.

Ana and her classmates are being bullied. Going to school used to be fun, but it’s turned into a nightmare ever since Emma arrived. She’s mean and bossy, and Ana is now the target of her bullying. Ana feels sick, she doesn’t want to eat and she’s now silent instead of her usual cheerful self.

Preschool teacher and author Pilar Serrano tells a story of teamwork and bravery based on her personal experience with her students at school. A necessary book, and a tool to deal with bullying.

The book feels modern in its references and social cornerstones while retaining a classic, elegant style thanks to Wimmer's gorgeous portraits of the princesses in their crowns, each facing a page of that princess in action. Brown and Wimmer use diversity not only to highlight important differences among people, but also to show how these unique traits and interests allow every princess to choose her own path. If every girl is a little princess, this book shows that to keep that crown requires only finding things to love in life and pursuing them. ~Kirkus Star Review and BEST BOOKS OF 2018

There’s a princess closer than you think. You just have to open your eyes and your heart wide.

Don’t expect your typical fairytale princesses inside this book. These princesses are neighbors, schoolmates, the cashier at your supermarket, a lawyer, an architect… The Truly Brave Princesses will help you realize that, if you watch closely, princesses are all around you, and they are brave, caring and determined.

Humorous illustrations in bright colors showcase an ewe with a big personality and an even bigger heart. ~Foreword Reviews

You may have heard of King Kong, but you have yet to hear of Gilda, the giant sheep!

Accompany her as she escapes from the shepherds into the city. Gilda will try to find a new home for herself, but what place can a giant sheep call home?

A tale full of tenderness with an endearing message: no matter who you are, you can find a home in the world. Written and illustrated by Emilio Urberuaga, Spanish National Illustration Prize Winner.

Rabbit is leisurely eating his cabbages in the garden, when suddenly… WATER! Who threw it?? He doesn’t wait to find out: he’s too scared and has already run off! The same thing happens to Hedgehog, who laughs at it and goes searching for scaredy Rabbit.

“Rabbit, who on earth has thrown water at us?”

“Let’s find out!”

Maybe it was Hen, maybe it was the owls… Or maybe…

Tag along with the two friends as they unveil the mystery of the water falling from the sky!

Let’s just say no reader will be able to resist. ~Kirkus Star Review

“I want a dog! I want a cat!”

“No animals at home!”

“I want a dinosaur!”

“… If you find one you can have it.”

And find it she does. Ali wanted a pet, but her parents didn’t expect that pet to be A DINOSAUR!

A charming and humorous tale that stirs kids’ imagination as they read aloud. Come along with Kimo, the sweetest dinosaur of them all, and you won’t stop laughing!

After reading this tale, you’ll want a pet dinosaur too!

También disponible en español. (Also available in Spanish.)

"A Big Help" will prove to be a delightfully and enduringly popular addition to family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book collections. ~Midwest Book Review

It’s a disaster! Badger has lost his teddy! Fortunately, Bear is there to help him find it. Follow the two friends as they search for the lost teddy, and meet a lot of animals along the way!

The search is on!

Rabbit is leisurely eating his cabbages in the garden, when suddenly… WATER! Who threw it?? He doesn’t wait to find out: he’s too scared and has already run off! The same thing happens to Hedgehog, who laughs at it and goes searching for scaredy Rabbit.

“Rabbit, who on earth has thrown water at us?”

“Let’s find out!”

Maybe it was Hen, maybe it was the owls… Or maybe…

Tag along with the two friends as they unveil the mystery of the water falling from the sky!

A fun story emerges which differs from the usual pirate story in many satisfying ways. ~Maverick Children's Books

CBC Best Books of the Year (Under Five), 2019

Is being a pirate only for boys? That’s not what Daniela thinks.

She dreams of becoming a pirate on the legendary ship, the Black Croc. She searches and searches through the seven seas, until one day, she finally finds it. But oh dear! These pirates seem to be a little chauvinist. Particularly Captain Choppylobe, who will make Daniela go through difficult challenges to prove her worth as a pirate. Will she make it? Will they let her be part of the crew?

A story about equality and realizing your dreams.

Two groups of people live separated by a barbed-wire fence. One group has plenty of water and the other has plenty of bread, but they have difficulty sharing their resources with each other. What happens when a third group arrives that has neither?

Created with the support of Amnesty International Spain and Amnesty International Italy.

Luis Amavisca is a well-known visual artist and writer for kids in Spain. He has worked and written about equality, solidarity, the environment, and nonviolence. He has published several books including Princess Li and Bang Bang I Hurt the Moon.

Raúl Nieto Guridi is a graphic designer and illustrator. Well known in Spain and across the whole of Europe, in the United States he has had success with The Day I Became a Bird and The Last Tree. He has written more than sixty books, many of them translated and published in the United States, Canada, UK, France, Germany, Italy, Lebanon, and more.

Hedgehog and Rabbit enjoy eating cabbages and looking for snails in their peaceful garden. When the sun is suddenly blocked by a stubborn cloud, the two friends need to come up with a plan to chase that cloud away.

Pablo Albo is a writer and storyteller. He has published more than forty books and has recounted tales at storytelling festivals in Spain, Cuba, Switzerland, Italy, Greece, Australia, Brazil, Mexico, Venezuela, Belgium, and France. His books have been translated into English, German, French, Italian, and Portuguese. He has been awarded the prestigious Lazarillo prize twice in Spain and three of his books have been selected by The White Ravens.

Gómez studied fine arts in Salamanca, Spain. A new talent, she has worked for several publishing houses in Europe, such as SM in Spain, Le Petites Bulles Editions in France, and Scholastic and Sterling in the United States.

Natuk and White Bear are the very best of friends. But when a terrible catastrophe strikes the village, they might be separated forever.

Hedgehog and Rabbit enjoy eating cabbages and looking for snails in their peaceful garden. When the sun is suddenly blocked by a stubborn cloud, the two friends need to come up with a plan to chase that cloud away.

Pablo Albo is a writer and storyteller. He has published more than forty books and has recounted tales at storytelling festivals in Spain, Cuba, Switzerland, Italy, Greece, Australia, Brazil, Mexico, Venezuela, Belgium, and France. His books have been translated into English, German, French, Italian, and Portuguese. He has been awarded the prestigious Lazarillo prize twice in Spain and three of his books have been selected by The White Ravens.

Gómez studied fine arts in Salamanca, Spain. A new talent, she has worked for several publishing houses in Europe, such as SM in Spain, Le Petites Bulles Editions in France, and Scholastic and Sterling in the United States.

Valentina's class at school is having a party, and everyone is dressing up as their favorite animal. So Valentina starts imagining herself as a bear, a wolf, and even an octopus! They all have something wonderful about them, but what is the perfect animal?

The monkey is gathering all the jungle animals for a farting contest. The hippo, the elephant, a shy giraffe, and a very refined zebra are all competing, but no one can guess who the winner will be.

Rafael Ordóñez Cuadrado is a poet and author of picture books, riddles, stories, plays, and recipes. He has published scores of books with some of the most prestigious publishing houses in Spain: fairy tales, riddles, a comic, two plays, a book of tourism stories, and more.

Laure du Fäy studied illustration in the École des Arts Décoratifs in Strasbourg and lives in Paris. She has published comics in France and Italy, but her main focus is picture books for kids. She has published in the United States, France, Spain, Holland, Switzerland, and China. Her book That’s Not Normal! was selected by the White Ravens.

Raccon wants to be first in everything, and he almost always succeds at it. But one day, Fox arrives at the forest… A fun adventure to teach us that “being first” is not the most important thing. Excessive competition can be negative and can sometimmes bring anguish to children. From the child psychologist Susanna Isern, author of 'Fox Tells a Lie' and 'Squirrel Has Trouble Saying No'.

Max and his parents have a dog called Fabio. Fabio doesn’t like doing what other dogs do. One day, Max discovers that his dog goes out every night and he decides to follow him.

Fabio es un perro diferente. No le gusta nada de lo que le gusta a los otros perros. Un día, Max descubre que Fabio desaparece cada noche y decide seguirlo…

Una divertidísima y tierna historia que nos ayuda apreciar nuestras propias cualidades y a entender la diversidad. ¿Quién no se ha sentido alguna vez como Fabio?

The monkey is gathering all the jungle animals for a farting contest. The hippo, the elephant, a shy giraffe, and a very refined zebra are all competing, but no one can guess who the winner will be.

Rafael Ordóñez Cuadrado is a poet and author of picture books, riddles, stories, plays, and recipes. He has published scores of books with some of the most prestigious publishing houses in Spain: fairy tales, riddles, a comic, two plays, a book of tourism stories, and more.

Laure du Fäy studied illustration in the École des Arts Décoratifs in Strasbourg and lives in Paris. She has published comics in France and Italy, but her main focus is picture books for kids. She has published in the United States, France, Spain, Holland, Switzerland, and China. Her book That’s Not Normal! was selected by the White Ravens.

Laugh along with the adventures and misadventures of Little Captain Jack. Great things can come in all shapes and sizes, big or small.

Once upon a time, there was a little pirate.
He was so very little that everyone called him Little Captain Jack.
One day, the bad pirate Badlock, took Little Captain Jack and locked him in a dark
cellar. Our pirate was scared but he was helped by a mouse. And the mouse was helped by a seagull…

También disponible en español. (Also available in Spanish.)

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Alicia Acosta is a professional storyteller from Andalusia (Spain). She works with groups of children in schools and for Government organizations. She combines her background as a psychologist to promote the love of reading in children. She is also a radio announcer and organizes theater workshops.

Mónica Carretero is a renowned illustrator in Spain. She has published more than 70 books in England, Australia, and the USA. She was awarded by the London Children’s Book Fair for her illustrations. She has received five International Latino Book Awards and one Living Now Award.