PICTURE BOOKS Flying Eye Books
Juliette MacIver, Sarah Davis (illus) 1st September, pb, eb, £7.99, 9781776574162 Exuberant readaloud about a school trip with rhyming wordplay and madcap energy, starring the quiet observant Liam. From the award-winning creators of That’s Not a Hippopotamus.
The Last Stardog EK Mosley 5th October, hb, £16.99, 9781838741068 Enter the strange world of the last stardog, discover her story and the joy and strength to be found in most unlikely of friendships.
Frances Lincoln Children’s Books
A Mystery At the Incredible Hotel Kate Davies, Isabelle Follath (illus) 7th September, hb, £12.99, 9780711264243 The charming story of Matilda, who goes on the hunt for the thief who stole her baking recipe ahead of the grand hotel’s prestigious baking competition.
Lost
Mariajo Ilustrajo 5th October, pb, £7.99, 9780711277960 Gentle second title from author-illustrator, Lost tells the story of a polar bear alone in the big city until a young girl finds him.
Have You Seen Dinosaur? David Barrow 2nd October, hb, eb, £11.99, 9781776575138 In this follow-up to the bestselling picture book Have You Seen Elephant? boy, dog and elephant search a dramatic cityscape for a dinosaur that’s surprisingly good at hiding.
George and Tao Claude K Dubois, Daniel Hahn (tr) 1st August, hb, eb, £9.99, 9781776575251 Tiny, delicately illustrated picture book for young children and animal lovers that holds a world of emotion conveying a friendship between an energetic puppy and a new kitten.
Graffeg
One Little Word Joseph Coelho, Allison Colpoys (illus) 3rd August, hb, £12.99, 9780711279094 Poetic story about two best friends forced apart by a big argument.
The Toys’ Christmas Genevieve Godbout (illus), Claire Clement 7th September, pb, £7.99, 9780711289062 Sweet and snuggly story about Santa making sure each child has the right gift—with a little help from their toys.
Gecko Press
The Grizzled Grist Does Not Exist!
Molly and the Pirate Cave Andrew Whitson (illus), Malachy Doyle 19th October, pb, eb, £7.99, 9781802583373 Molly ventures into the pirate cave in search of her dog, Gus, but as she heads deeper into the cave, the tide begins to rise . . .
April’s Garden Catalina Echeverri (illus), Isla McGuckin 15th August, pb, eb, £7.99, 9781802583410
April and her mother are housed in temporary accommodation. April longs for some beauty in her life but experiences only frustration and disappointment until, one day, she plants some seeds.
Fletcher’s Four Seasons Tiphanie Beeke (illus), Julia Rawlinson 21st September, hb, eb, £25, 9781802584127
Explore the changes in nature through the four seasons with Fletcher, the inquisitive young fox cub. Supersize hardback features the first four stories.
Albert and the Shed Eoin Clarke (illus), Ian Brown 1st September, pb, eb, £7.99, 9781802585001 Albert ventures into the garden shed but the door shuts behind him, leaving him trapped. Can his garden friends work out a way to save their tortoise friend?
Red is Home Josephine Birch (illus), Emma Bettridge 5th October, pb, eb, £8.99, 9781802585346 Red the dog lives in two different places. There are things he does to feel safe in each home but on Monday one of those homes will change.
Ebb and Flo: A Blowy Day Thomas Voigt (illus), Kate Canning 24th October, pb, eb, £7.99, 9781802585360 Ebb, Flo, Ma and Bird go to Granny’s house to check on her. Suddenly, a strong gust of wind blows Granny’s washing away and they need to get it back.
Greenwillow Books
Spark, Shine, Glow! Lola M Schaefer, James Yang (illus) 3rd August, hb, £12.99, 9780062457110 A Stem-inspired companion to Lift, Mix, Fling! by the acclaimed early-childhood science writer.
Three Important Jobs Yvonne Ivinson 18th January, hb, £12.99, 9780062842916 Silly and suspenseful— and starring an adorable wolf cub who takes her responsibilities very seriously—this surprising picture book is perfect for interactive readalouds and any child worried about a new experience.
When the Fog Rolls in Pam Fong 9th November, hb, £12.99, 9780063136540 Poignant picture book about navigating uncertainty, opening your mind, and finding your way back to your flock.
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