PICTURE BOOKS
The biggest, mean- est, hungriest monster in Behemoth Bay has a problem. Join Frank in this hilarious picture book from the bestsell- ing creators of the Fart Monster and Dinosaur Dump.
HarperCollins
What Will You Be? Yamile Saied Méndez 10th June, hb, £12.99, 9780062839954 Lyrical picture book about family, love and community.
Agent Lion and the Case of the Missing Party Jacky Davis, David Soman 4th February, hb, £12.99, 9780062869180 Agent Lion is back, and it’s party time.
Bartali’s Bicycle Megan Hoyt, Iacopo Bruno 1st April, hb, £12.99, 9780062908117 True story of Gino Bartali, Italian cyclist and secret champion in the fight for Jewish lives during World War II.
The Alpactory Ruth Chan 27th May, hb, £12.99, 9780062909510 Funny, inspiring picture book about a silly factory of alpacas will help readers get ready for any new experience ahead.
Eyes That Kiss in the Corners Joanna Ho, Dung Ho 4th February, hb, £12.99, 9780062915627 Lyrical picture book tells a story about learning to love and celebrate your Asian-shaped eyes, in the of spirit of Hair Love by Matthew A.
Ruby’s Reunion Day Dinner Angela Dalton 24th June, hb, £12.99, 9780063015746 Own Voices picture book that taps into a rich African American tradition of family reunions with food at the heart of the celebration.
The Good Egg Jory John, Pete Oswald 4th March, pb, £6.99, 9780063030763 A number one New York Times bestseller from the creators of The Bad Seed about not having to be grade A perfect.
What Would You Do in a Book About You? Jean Reidy, Joey Chou 13th May, hb, £12.99, 9780063041509
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Lyrical picture book has pitch-perfect rhythm and rhyme and makes for a great read-aloud. No dream is too big or too small in this book.
The Couch Potato Jory John, Pete Oswald 13th May, pb, £6.99, 9780063082113 The fourth picture book in the Food Group series created by the bestselling duo.
HarperCollins Children’s Books
4th March, pb, £6.99, 9780008419134 Pick up your pencils and join thousands of children around the world and #DrawWithRob.
The Cow That Laid an Egg Andy Cutbill, Russell Ayto (illus) 4th March, pb, £6.99, 9780007179688 Hilarious farmyard story about having the courage of one’s convictions, even when others doubt you. From the creator of Albie.
The Best Cow in Show Russell Ayto (illus), Andy Cutbill 4th April, pb, £6.99, 9780007179701 Celebrate individuality in this energetic story full of funny farmyard antics.
pb, £6.99, 9780008408336 The Love Monster now appears in his own animated television show on CBeebies.
Noa and the Little Elephant Michael Foreman 4th March, hb, £12.99, 9780008413279 pb, eb, £6.99, 9780008413286 Heartwarming, achingly relevant story about elephant conservation.
One Springy Day Nick Butterworth 4th February, multiple item, eb, £8.99, 9780008446154 Percy and his friends are playing hide-and-seek. The fox has found a great hiding place in Percy’s workshop but finds himself stuck. Can they help him escape?
The Birthday Duck Michael Morpurgo, Sam Usher (illus) 4th February, hb, eb, £12.99, 9780008335083 Classic story of finding fun on the farm from the nation’s favourite storyteller, gorgeously re-illustrated by Usher
Mog and Me Judith Kerr 1st April, board, £6.99, 9780008464103 Follow Mog and Nicky through their busy day full of fun. Perfect for Mog’s youngest fans.
The Lorax Dr Seuss 4th March, pb, eb, £6.99, 9780007455935 hb, eb, £16.99, 9780007468744 Celebrate the original eco warrior—after 50 years his message is more impor- tant than ever. Anniver- sary edition of the classic environmental fable.
Mog in the Garden Judith Kerr 1st April, board, £6.99, 9780008464110 Mog and Nicky like the garden and play all day until it starts to get dark.
Mog’s Kittens Judith Kerr 1st April, board, £6.99, 9780008464127 Delightful cased board book.
What If, Pig? Linzie Hunter 10th June, pb, eb, £6.99, 9780008409500 You’re not going to find a more heartwarming and dynamic duo than Pig and Mouse. Join Pig as he learns how to turn “what if” worries from anxiety to optimism.
Mog’s Family of Cats Judith Kerr 1st April, board, £6.99, 9780008464134 Mog lives with the Thomas family but she has another big family who all live in different places. Come and meet them all.
Mini Rabbit Come Home John Bond 18th March, hb, eb, £12.99, 9780008264932 24th June, pb, £6.99, 9780008264949 Latest in wittily told and beautifully illustrated series from dynamic new author/illustrator talent.
Dog Gone Rob Biddulph 4th February, pb, £6.99, 9780008318048 Wonderfully waggy story of a dog day afternoon, from the man behind #DrawWithRob and the bestselling Blown Away.
Draw With Rob #3 Rob Biddulph
The Bookseller Buyer’s Guide Children’s
Love Monster and the Extremely Big Wave Rachel Bright 4th February, hb, £12.99, 9780008408329
HarperFestival
It’s Big Brother Time! Nandini Ahuja, Catalina Echeverri 29th April, hb, £6.99, 9780062884381 It’s Big Sister Time! Nandini Ahuja, Catalina Echeverri 9780062884374 Heartwarming new takes on a familiar topic are ideal for parents who want to help siblings prepare for the changes that come with bringing home a new baby.
My Happy Easter Mariana Herrera, Molly Fehr 18th March, board, £5.99, 9780062916006 Share with the little one
as they discover all the traditions of their first holiday.
Peek-a-poop Anne Lamb 10th June, board, £6.99, 9780063023208 Humorous lift-the-flap board book about magical poops and the creatures that make them.
Pete the Cat Parents’ Day Surprise James Dean, Kimberly Dean 29th April, hb, £9.99, 9780063036505 Pete the Cat and his friends are all excited about Parents’ Day—all except for Gustavo.
Five Little Chicks Dan Yaccarino 3rd March, board, £4.99, 9780063037748 Sturdy board book perfect for little hands and a must-have addition to Easter baskets.
Hodder Children’s Books
Monsieur Roscoe on Holiday Jim Field 24th June, pb, eb, £6.99, 9781444932683 Monsieur Roscoe will make learning French exciting for young children in this fun bilingual picture book by the bestselling illustrator of Oi Frog! and The Lion Inside.
The Last Garden Rachel Ip, Anneli Bray (illus) 18th February, pb, eb, £6.99, 9781444946352 Thoughtful story of migration, conflict and hope and about a little girl tending the last garden in a wartorn city. Début author.
Wash Your Hands, Mr Panda Steve Antony 1st July, hb, eb, £12.99, 9781444948264 Light-hearted and fun approach to teaching little ones hand-washing and good hygiene practices.
What About the Tooth Fairy? Elys Dolan 24th June, pb, eb, £6.99, 9781444948622 Santa has Christmas, Cupid has Valentine’s Day but what about the tooth fairy? A hilarious new story featuring everyone’s favourite magical characters from the author of Super Snail.
Flea Seeks Dog Will Mabbitt,
Nathan Reed (illus) 27th May, pb, eb, £6.99, 9781444950786 Funny rhyming romp chock-full of dogs of all shapes and sizes from the creator of I Can Only Draw Worms.
I Am a Sensible Gibbon Will Mabbitt,
Claudia Boldt (illus) 10th June, pb, eb, £6.99, 9781444950830 Hilarious, rhyming animal party with colourful illustrations.
SERIES
Te Magic Faraway Tree Picture Books Enid Blyton, Mark Beech (illus) The Magic Faraway Tree Moonface’s Story 1st April, hb, £12.99, 9781444957969 The Magic Faraway Tree: Silky’s Story pb, eb, £6.99, 9781444952223 Perfect introductions for younger children to Enid Blyton’s enchanted world of the Faraway Tree.
Futuristic Fairy Tales: Goldilocks in Space Peter Bently, Chris Jevons (illus) 18th February, pb, eb, £6.99, 9781444954081 The first in a series set in outer space with familiar characters reimagined as astronauts and an environmental message by award-winning author.
Oi Aardvark! Kes Gray, Jim Field (illus) 8th July, pb, eb, £6.99, 9781444955927 Join Frog, Dog and Cat as they go through the alphabet from Aardvark to Zebra in this hilarious new picture book in the bestselling Oi! series.
Uncle Bobby’s Wedding Sarah Brannen, Lucia Soto (illus) 13th May, pb, eb, £6.99, 9781444960945 Uplifting celebration of love in all its forms, this picture book is perfect for any child with a special grown-up in their life.
Ivy Kids
When We Went Wild Isabella Tree, Allira Tee
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