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Herman and Hedda and the Trolls
Children's Books2025 · 48 pp · Age 3 - 6

Herman and Hedda and the Trolls

Geir Moen

Herman and Hedda are best friends. When they play together, anything can happen! Today the trolls in the pillow room come alive, and Herman and Hedda are taken on a true adventure. Perhaps it will end with a massive snowball fight with some mischievous snowmen? Is Herman and Hedda every 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. In the back of the book you'll find fun facts about trolls!

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What’s It Like to Be a Child?
Children's Books2025 · 80 pp · Age 3 - 6

What’s It Like to Be a Child?

Anna Fiske

Children are people who simply haven’t lived that long yet. They’re everywhere – in every country, in every family, in every corner of the world. The world is full of children! And children are the most important thing we have. But what does it actually feel like to be a child? In What’s It Like to Be a Child?, acclaimed author and illustrator Anna Fiske explores the joys, challenges, and wonders of childhood with her signature warmth, humour, and insight. With honesty and empathy, she dives into both everyday moments and big questions – from feeling left out, to growing up, to understanding the world around you. Fiske speaks directly to children in a way that makes them feel seen, respected, and included. This is a book full of care, curiosity, and celebration – a beautiful reminder that being a child is not just a phase, but a world of its own.

Rights soldSold to Germany and Switzerland
Why Can't the Referee Score Goals?
Children's Books2025 · 72 pp · Age 6 - 12

Why Can't the Referee Score Goals?

Susanne Kaluza / Birgit Skarstein

In Why Can't the Referee Score Goals? children learn the answers to both big and small questions about sports. Why do sumo wrestlers wear diapers? Why are tennis balls yellow? How do you shoot a bow and arrow without any arms? And what is the most dangerous sport in the world? Why Can't the Referee Score Goals? is informative and easy to grasp with fun illustrations. It is the perfect book to start a conversation about the world of sports, with children aged six to nine years.

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Twig and Tulip
Children's Books2025 · 48 pp · Age 3 - 6

Twig and Tulip

Anne Vålaug

When it gets cold, the swallows fly to Africa. But not Twig! He’s looking forward to staying behind as usual and spending winter at home on his houseboat. Twig loves being home alone! Everything is perfect until his niece, Tulip, suddenly knocks on the door. Twig decides to go partway to Africa with her – then he can go back home and enjoy some peace and quiet. But how far is it to Africa? And can Twig really leave Tulip all on her own?

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Little Wildcat's First Day of School
Children's Books2025 · 40 pp · Age 3 - 6

Little Wildcat's First Day of School

Maria Lillebo

Little Wildcat is bursting with excitement for his first day of school!He's bouncing up and down, filled with energy. Mum and Dad are sure he’ll make lots of new friends. But what happens when he’s asked to sit completely still? Little Wildcat's First Day of School is a fun, playful, and heart-felt story about not feeling quite as ready for school as everyone else seems to be.Perfect for reading aloud with children aged 3 to 6, this book is especially comforting for those who find it hard to sit still themselves.

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Little Lion
Children's Books2025 · 40 pp · Age 3 - 6

Little Lion

Anna Fiske

Little Lion is smaller than a cherry, but bigger than a grain of rice. Little Lion is a tiny treasure! Mum says I shouldn't love something so tiny, because small things can easily get lost. That I should leave Little Lion at home when we leave the house. But Little Lion fits perfectly inside my mitten! All day Little Lion is with me: in the pocket of my jacket, on our way to kindergarten and on the bus. But suddenly Little Lion is gone. The days become gray and sad, and everything feels meaningless without Little Lion. But one day on our way to the bus Mum finds Little Lion on the ground! Thankfully! But, when Little Lion once more disappears, down the sink this time, it is gone forever. One would think it would be easier to lose something a second time, but that's not true. It was only Little Lion who wanted to say goodbye before leaving for good. Where did Little Lion swim off to? It can be anywhere. But Little Lion still lives on in my heart and my thoughts. Anna Fiske has made a touching and insightful picture book about how tender, and also beautiful, it is to be a child and love a toy. Through exceptional illustrations and a simple, yet powerful story, she takes us on a journey through loss, hope and love. «... a straight up charming book that takes the children's emotions seriously, while also being light-hearted and inviting in its expression.»KLASSEKAMPEN

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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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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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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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