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My Life As A Cat
Children's Books2025 · 240 pp · Age 6 - 9

My Life As A Cat

Elin Hansson

Freaky Friday with cats On her 11th birthday, Katja gets more than she bargained for when she wishes she were a cat. The next morning, she wakes up with four paws, whiskers, and a tail – she has switched bodies with her beloved cat, Kitty! But life as a cat in Lion Hill is far more dangerous than Katja imagined. All summer, cats have been disappearing from the neighbourhood. Is there a cat-catcher on the loose? Or something even worse – a cat killer? Together with her best friend Carl-Otto and Kitty (now stuck in Katja’s body), Katja must solve the mystery before she becomes the next victim. But how do you investigate a feline crime spree when your mum is a busy mayor, your dad a distracted brain surgeon, and your older sister only cares about social media? My Life as a Cat is a magical yet down-to-earth story, filled with humour, heart and suspense. With striking illustrations by Oda Valle, the book takes readers on an adventure that combines the warmth of Astrid Lindgren with the whimsical imagination of Roald Dahl. A funny and gripping tale about identity, family, and friendship for everyone who loves cats and great stories!

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The Powder Witch and the Panther
Children's Books2025 · 40 pp · Age 3 - 6

The Powder Witch and the Panther

Ingunn Aamodt

Hokus is tired of being a cute little kitty and dreams of being big and tough like a panther.So he asks the Powder Witch to sprinkle some magic powder into her pot, and presto – his wish is granted! But soon, problems start piling up. The bed is too small, the chair breaks, the little trolls are frightened, and playing tag becomes tricky when you're always knocking things over.Maybe being yourself, just as you are, isn’t so bad after all?

North
Children's Books2025 · 136 pp · Age 3 - 9

North

Bente Lohne

The book based on the major film NORTH premiering autumn 2025 When Kai disappears without a trace from 19th-century Copenhagen, Gerda embarks on a perilous journey to find her dearest friend. Along the way, she faces countless dangers but also discovers unexpected allies, from talking birds to wise and helpful witches. But in the shadows lurks the ice-cold Snow Queen and her apprentice, the treacherous Louie. They hold Kai captive in an ice castle far north in Norway. Will Gerda manage to save her friend and return home before Christmas? The story is based on H.C. Andersen's immortal fairy tale "The Snow Queen", and takes us on a captivating journey through a snow-covered landscape. Bente Lohne, known for her imaginative stories, has created both a film and a story that honor the beloved classic while adding new depth and a distinctly Nordic flavor. Drawing inspiration from Selma Lagerlöf and Zacharias Topelius, Lohne has woven a unique and captivating tale that bridges folklore and fantasy. Prepare for a magical journey through the kingdom of winter!

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Technomagic
Children's Books2025 · 40 pp · Age 3 - 12

Technomagic

Isabelle Ringnes

An inspiring, eye-opening introduction to the world of technology – for curious young minds everywhere. Imagine a time when there were no phones, no cameras, no electricity. When sending a message meant waiting weeks for a letter. When visiting a friend could take days on foot. Life was slower, harder and completely different from the world we know today. Technomagic takes young readers on an unforgettable journey through the most groundbreaking inventions in human history – from fire and the wheel, to smartphones, satellites, and artificial intelligence. It’s a book about curiosity, courage, and creativity. About how innovation shapes the world and how it continues to shape the future. With a clear, engaging voice and a tone full of wonder, Technomagic makes complex ideas accessible and fun. This is the perfect book for children who love asking questions! This is not just a book about machines but it’s a celebration of human ingenuity and a powerful reminder of how magical progress can be.

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101 Things to do Before You Grow Up
Children's Books2024 · 104 pp · Age 6 - 12

101 Things to do Before You Grow Up

Nils Petter Mørland / Mikkel Niva

You have to learn lots of weird things before you become a grown-up: reading, writing, putting your hand up in class, brushing your teeth, saying “Yes, please” and “No, thank you” and “How are you doing?”. But you’ll learn absolutely NONE of that in 101 things to do Before You Grow up. This book is about all the funny, crazy, exciting, wonderful and magical things you can do in childhood that grownups don’t often get to do. Suggested activities include: Talking in rhyme! Living backwards for a day! Going on holiday at home! Swapping families! Readers are guided through an inventive universe of short texts and colourful illustrations that are bursting with energy, humour and playfulness. The book aims to encourage children to hold onto the unique aspects of childhood that also, oddly enough, help make us better, cooler and more creative grownups later in life.

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Starting Kindergarten
Children's Books2024 · 40 pp · Age 0 - 6

Starting Kindergarten

Oda Weider-Krog

Starting kindergarten is a huge upheaval: both children and their parents have to get used to a whole new daily routine. So many exciting experiences lie ahead and there are so many new faces to meet! But what actually happens at kindergarten? What clothes do you need? What games and activities can you look forward to? And why do grownups have to go to work anyway? Starting Kindergarten is a richly illustrated guide for both children who are about to start kindergarten and their parents, with a focus on simplified language and attractive pictures. The book aims to give the very youngest children a kindergarten-related vocabulary and help them begin to understand what it means to start kindergarten. The warm, accommodating illustrations allow children to explore the different indoor and outdoor areas of the kindergarten for themselves.

Hello Night!
Children's Books2024 · 40 pp · Age 3 - 6

Hello Night!

Anna Fiske

A new, colourful and just-spooky-enough search-and-find book from internationally renowned author and illustrator Anna Fiske! Join us in the dark of night where we can discover all the exciting, weird and scary things that are going on. Where is Peter Zombie? What is Ali von Vampire up to? And who’s that walking towards us in the distance? The reader’s job is to find all the funny characters on every page, and follow their stories from start to finish. The pictures are chock-full of lively details, making this a book that you can read over and over again and always find something new.

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An Enemy of the People
Children's Books2024 · 40 pp · Age 6 - 12

An Enemy of the People

Kåre Conradi

An Enemy of the People tell the story of Dr Stockmann, who discovers that the bathing water in the city’s spa is contaminated with dangerous bacteria. He expects people to value his discovery and thinks it will help improve the city. Instead, his political enemies try to destroy him, attempting to silence him with threats. Dr Stockmann stands his ground, but at great personal cost, also to his family. An Enemy of the People is a play that outraged people in its day, but that has gained fresh relevance in our own era. This is the first book in a new series for children about the works of Henrik Ibsen. With the aid of illustrations and simplified text suitable for younger readers, the series aims to introduce Ibsen’s plays to new generations all over the world. Ibsen is the world’s second-most performed playwright after Shakespeare. This series will give children an understanding of what Ibsen’s texts are about and what they can teach us today. «In both [An Enemy of the People and Peer Gynt], it is evident that [Conradi] has Ibsen in his backbone. This is precisely why he manages to convey the complex with ease, making him well-equipped to connect with and engage children through these retellings.»BARNEBOKRITIKK.NO

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Peer Gynt
Children's Books2024 · 40 pp · Age 6 - 12

Peer Gynt

Kåre Conradi

Peer Gynt, liar extraordinaire, grows up in a valley in Jotunheimen, where he wanders around in the mountains and tells tall tales about the adventures he has there. The life of a Norwegian farmer’s isn’t enough for him: his thirst for adventure and lack of any sense of responsibility drive him out into the big wide world. We follow Peer on his voyage while his devoted mother Åse and his beloved Solveig sit waiting for him to come back home. The play Peer Gynt is a masterwork and a key part of Norway’s cultural heritage. This is the second book in a new series for children about the works of Henrik Ibsen. With the aid of illustrations and simplified text suitable for younger readers, the series aims to introduce Ibsen’s plays to new generations all over the world. Ibsen is the world’s second-most performed playwright after Shakespeare. This series will give children an understanding of what Ibsen’s texts are about and what they can teach us today. «Transforming Peer Gynt's two hundred pages of quick dialogue written in verse into a forty-page picture book is radical in itself. Conradi impressively captures most of the wild Peer's adventures [...]. Throughout the book, one becomes familiar with the entire plot of the play, which is illustrated with a wonderfully adventurous and expressive style by the experienced Ingebjørg F. Mæland.»KLASSEKAMPEN «In both [An Enemy of the People and Peer Gynt], it is evident that [Conradi] has Ibsen in his backbone. This is precisely why he manages to convey the complex with ease, making him well-equipped to connect with and engage children through these retellings.»BARNEBOKRITIKK.NO

Herman and Hedda and the Dinosaurs
Children's Books2024 · 48 pp · Age 3 - 6

Herman and Hedda and the Dinosaurs

Geir Moen

Herman and Hedda are best friends. When they play together, anything can happen! Today they play with dinosaurs in the pillow room in kindergarden. Suddenly they spot something in the corner. What could it be? Herman gets a little scared, and is unsure whether it is a good idea to check, but Hedda is curious. She needs to see what it is! Before they know it, they have arrived in the kingdom of the dinosaurs! Because when Herman and Hedda play, the fantasy almost becomes reality. Enjoy the view from the top of a Diplodocus, but be careful not to fall down. And watch out for the Tyrannosaurus rex! At the back of the book you'll find fun dinosaur facts! Is Herman and Hedda kindergardener's new favourite series for reading out loud? The books take children's play and imagination seriously, with beautiful illustrations from one of Norway's leading illustrators, inspired by both manga and Studio Ghibli. These are imaginative picture books that will be read again and again. And again.

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What is it like to have a body?
Children's Books2024 · 88 pp · Age 3 - 6

What is it like to have a body?

Anna Fiske

Did you know that everyone has a completely unique body? In What's it like to have a body?, Anna Fiske writes about the joys of having a body, with her trademark ingisht, warmth and playfulness. And the weird things about having a body. Fiske answers to some of the many things children wonder about with their bodies. Why does it grow hair? Why do we all look so different? The book also teaches kids how to take care of teeth, good hygiene etiquette, and how to respect other people's bodies.What's it like to have a body? is a book packed with facts and surprises that provoke thought, speculation and raise awareness around the theme of the human body through skilful use of humour and intimacy. This is a revised edition of Anna Fiske's Everybody has a Backside, integrated into her bestselling Why series.

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Why Don't We Burst with Rage?
Children's Books2024 · 64 pp · Age 6 - 12

Why Don't We Burst with Rage?

Benjamin Baarli Silseth

In Why Don't We Burst with Rage? children learn the answers to both big and small questions about feelings. What is self-confidence? Why do we dread certain things? Is it normal not to be in love with anyone? And why are so many people bad-tempered when they wake up? Why Don't We Burst with Rage? is informative and easy to grasp with fun illustrations. It is a perfect conversation starter about feelings for children aged six to nine years. «Benjamin Silseth writes with a friendly tone and lots of knowledge, and he is good at normalising different feelings. He gives advice on how to deal with anger, for example, and emphasises how important it is to speak to someone you trust if you are going through something difficult.»KLASSEKAMPEN

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