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Olga Skomorokhova – The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

Frank Baum’s classic novel comes to life with beautiful artwork by Olga!

Wheels, pull tabs, and other interactive elements invite kids to spin with Dorothy and Toto in the twister, swing an axe with the Tin Woodman, and melt the Wicked Witch of the West.

‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’ published by Workman is available now.

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Quang & Lien – Hundred Years of Happiness

A stunning picture book from HarperCollins illustrated by Quang & Lien, showcasing the love between grandparents and grandchildren, the challenges of memory loss, and the joy that sweet reminders of a faraway home can bring.

Striking and vivid illustrations bring this tender story of a loving, intergenerational Vietnamese family to life. Available this April.

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Susan Batori – Bug on a Rug

Pug is snug on his rug. But what happens when along comes BUG?! With a claim to the rug?! The two engage in a hysterical, rhyming battle of wits and strength until Slug asks the necessary questions and helps them find common ground.

With hilarious artwork by Susan Batori, ‘Bug on a Rug’ hits shelves this April from Sleeping Bear Press.

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Carmen Saldana – Bedtime, Little Mouse

Sweet & gentle illustrations by Carmen Saldana in ‘Bedtime, Little Mouse’, a part lyrical bedtime picture story and part how-to guide for parents wanting to lull their own little ones into sleep.

Published by Michael O’Mara Books this coming March.

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Christiane Engel – Water

This beautifully illustrated book by Christiane Engel challenges us to take action, to use water wisely and protect freshwater to save our planet.

‘Water: Protect Freshwater to Save Life on Earth’ is available from Otter-Barry Books this March.

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Nicola Slater – Bobo and Pup-Pup

‘We Love Bubbles!’ is the second book in a hilarious new series illustrated by Nicola Slater about best friends Bobo and Pup-Pup – a monkey and a dog with very different personalities.

Available now from Random House Books for Young Readers.

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Quang & Lien – Where Is the Buddha?

Illustrated by Quang & Lien, ‘Where Is the Buddha?’ is a new story for children from Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh: a young boy named Minh goes on a journey to find the Buddha, only to discover the Buddha is in each one of us.

This charming tale of discovery, beginning in India with the story of the historical Buddha, Siddhartha, and then on to Vietnam with Minh and his quest is available from Plum Blossom now.

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Christiane Engel – An Alphabet Pet Parade

Congrats to Christiane Engel for this rave review from Kirkus for her latest book ‘An Alphabet Pet Parade’.

“Engel’s exquisite illustrations offer a bright display of color and activity. The town’s quirky residents range in age, ethnicity, skin tone, and ability—two characters use wheelchairs—as well as described personality. Endnotes offer discussion questions, including about the wisdom of keeping exotic pets. A charming, challenging, imaginative alphabet book; will induce giggles.” Kirkus Reviews

Written by Judith E. Torres & published by ASHA Press.

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Olivier Latyk – Après la pluie

Beautiful glowing, cosy winter scenes by Olivier Latyk in ‘Après la pluie’, a Native American tale about the cycle of the seasons from Flammarion Jeunesse.

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Nicola Slater – Bobo and Pup-Pup

‘Let’s Make Cake!’ is the debut title in a hilarious new series illustrated by Nicola Slater for Penguin Random House.

The series focuses on best friends Bobo and Pup-Pup–a monkey and a dog with very different personalities!

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