Andreas Völlinger grew up in the Ruhr region and has grown up to some extent. Already during his studies of communication science and English in Essen and Wellington/New Zealand, he wrote articles for various magazines, shot short films and wrote the texts for numerous comics. This was followed by an internship in script editing and…
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Sarah Davis & Juliette MacIver The Grizzled Grist Does Not Exist! An exuberant rhyming picture book about a school trip to the hills, where no one sees the danger—apart from quiet Liam, who pays attention and saves the day with his particular skill of hiding. It’s the class trip to Dismal Hills wilderness. The children…
New mission: Treasure hunt What the hell is going on in Hollercamp this autumn? What at first looks like an invasion of moles turns out to be digging holes by crazy treasure hunters. But what is it about the pirate treasure that is supposedly buried on the campsite? Does it really exist? The three friends…
If grandma knew “If you could wish for something, what would it be?“, Grandma wants to know from Fips as they are taking a walk. After various suggestions, Fips finally comes clean: no kite, no bicycle, no dog—no: a trip is Fips‘ greatest wish—and together with Grandma! “Sometimes wishes come true,“ says Grandma and smiles….
A fascinating voyage of discovery through the flavours of the world! How does food taste in different countries of the world? This non-fiction book takes young readers on a journey around the globe: 13 children from different continents introduce their country. The authors Paola Frattola Gebhardt and Leyla Köksal-Mergner conducted interviews during their work in…
Levi lives in a big city. Every day, at exactly the same time, he takes the same route through the city, greeting his neighbours and enjoying a cup of tea at his favourite café. Then one day, he has a chance encounter with an old friend who has come to the city on a visit,…
Jörg Mühle’s brilliant children’s fiction title WHEN DAD’S HAIR TOOK OFF has won the Luchs Award! “This fast-paced story is told by a child who can only be seen once in the 70-page book – when he and his mother watch his distraught father through the window. The quirky adventure is the brainchild of Jörg…
Bologna Book Fair 2022: Two books published by Maison Eliza were on prominent display as part of the BRAW Amazing Bookshelf by the Bologna Ragazzi Award 2022: Hélène Herry & Yukiko Noritake‘s LA PROMENEUSE (The Walker) and Jennifer Bouron‘s DES CONTRAIRES (Opposites). Congratulations! Click on the covers for more detailed information:
Isabel Pin’s AT THE TIME OF THE DODO has been nominated for this year’s German Children’s Literature Award. This is what the jury had to say: “The bibliophile-looking large format […] invites you on a thematic journey through time. At the centre is the exotic-looking dodo that inspires the imagination. Where exactly did he live?…
Alexandra Helmig & Timo Becker Kosmo & Klax: Bravery Stories Kosmo & Klax dare to do something! The friends from the enchanted park master big and small tests of courage in the 20 new read-aloud stories: Whether they organise a daredevil soapbox race, climb the high sky ladder together or overcome their fear of flying….
Alexandra Helmig & Timo Becker Kosmo & Klax: Bedtime Stories There’s always something going on in the happy world of Kosmo & Klax: whether it’s a night hike with a wishing star, the firefly dance in the tree house in the tree house or an evening flute concert. Kosmo the squirrel and Klax the little…
Lisa Rammensee & Sandra Grimm The Parrot Egg Rescue Capy the little capybara—big rescue operation in the Pantanal Oops, what is this? Something just landed right in front of Capy‘s nose. Is that a parrot egg? Capy sets off with the egg to find the parrot parents. Luckily, the other animals from the Pantanal rush…
The garden: It is fun, it is work and at the same time it can be an exciting adventure playground Anna and Benjamin’s family have just moved to a new house and can’t wait to turn their messy grass into a beautiful garden, but first they must plan, plant and learn how to care for…