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Children's Books902Literature and Fiction722Narrative Non-fiction336Self Help179Crafts and Hobbies146Mystery and Crime143Cook Books107UpLit82

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2025 and newer2020–20242015–20192014 and older

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Picture books318Easy read235Read-aloud184Children's novels238Young adult121Children's non-fiction181Comics33

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Mermaid
Children's Books2026 · 40 pp · Age 6 - 9

Mermaid

Sveinung Lutro

Forget glitter and purple wigs! If you think mermaids are just sweet princesses – think again! This book takes you on an exciting journey through real ancient stories about mermaids from all over the world. Did you know they were once birds that sank ships? Or that some mermaids drowned sailors, while others granted eternal life? Discover the strange, dangerous, and fascinating stories of creatures from the sea. Mermaid is the third book in a non-fiction series about mythical animals.

Leona in Big Trouble
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Children's Books2026 · 56 pp · Age 6 - 9

Leona in Big Trouble

Anneli Klepp

Perfect for kids who love speed, humor, and excitement! Leona always comes up with the craziest ideas and constantly finds herself in trouble. She's an unstoppable optimist with incredible drive. Accompanying her on adventures is her overly cautious sidekick, Felix, who readily offers the voice of reason but is always ignored by Leona. Leona and Felix are on a cabin trip in the woods. At the same time, the teacher is dog-sitting the principal's dog while the principal is taking a short vacation. And what happens then? Well, serious shenanigans ensue! For children aged 6 to 9 years.

The Battle for Heavy Water in 1-2-3
Children's Books2026 · 72 pp · Age 6 - 12

The Battle for Heavy Water in 1-2-3

Cecilie Winger

Join us back to World War II with THE WAR FOR HEAVY WATER IN 1-2-3! Imagine that the Nazis wanted to build an atomic bomb, but a small group of brave Norwegians were determined to stop them! With skis on their feet, weapons in their hands, and a secret plan, they had to blow up a factory in the middle of the icy mountains. The factory produced "heavy water" – a mysterious liquid that could change the entire war! This is the story of incredible sabotage operations, dangerous survival on the plateau, and why brave people can change world history. You'll learn all about the heroes, the cunning enemies, and all the dramatic moments. An easy-to-read and action-packed book that brings history to life! Perfect for anyone who loves excitement, heroic deeds, and true stories!

The Last Ones on Earth
Children's Books2026 · 96 pp · Age 6 - 9

The Last Ones on Earth

Mari Kjetun

The animals in this book are in danger of disappearing from our Earth. They are the last of their kind. We humans might be the animals' greatest enemies, but we are also their best friends. There are many who want to help, and perhaps you are one of them? Did you know that the binturong (bearcat) smells like buttered popcorn, and that the angelshark doesn't fly, but lies on the seabed devouring food? Is it true that Arctic foxes can have 23 pups at once? Exciting and interesting facts in for readers aged 6-9.

Mom the Morning Witch
Children's Books2026 · 112 pp · Age 6 - 12

Mom the Morning Witch

Helene Uri

Meet Mom – the family’s morning demon!Are mornings at your house also a bit... tough? Then you will LOVE this story!At home with Mona, Pelle, Dad, and Billy the bulldog, mornings are a pure nightmare. Mom, who is otherwise the kindest person in the world, transforms into a true demon as soon as the alarm clock rings! Poor Dad does his best, but even he struggles to survive the chaotic hours before breakfast. And that doesn't bode well, because Billy, the family’s beloved bulldog, is soon going to a super-important dog show!Something MUST be done! Fortunately, Dad stumbles upon a mysterious advertisement that might just save both their mornings and the family peace. Can an ad really conjure up the good version of Mom in time? Mom the Morning Witch is a heartwarming and hysterically funny story about the challenges of family life and the completely ordinary, but oh-so-dreary, morning routines. Perfect for anyone who can relate to morning chaos. Suitable for ages 7-11.

The Power of Sound
Narrative Non-fiction / Self Help2026 · 288 pp

The Power of Sound

Audun Myskja

Discover the transformative power of sound for your health and well-being. Dr. Audun Myskja, a renowned physician, researcher, and author with over 20 best-selling books, presents his latest groundbreaking work: The Power of Sound. With deep insights into the intricate connection between mind and body, Dr. Myskja explores how music, song, tones, and various frequencies profoundly impact our health. Drawing on cutting-edge scientific research and decades of clinical experience, The Power of Sound reveals how different forms of sound—from listening to music to using our own voices—can act as powerful therapeutic tools. This book offers compelling, scientifically-backed knowledge on sound's effects on living organisms, complete with practical exercises and patient examples to guide you. If you're seeking inspiration and practical methods to harness sound for healing, vitality, and overall well-being, this essential guide offers a fresh perspective on health.

The Witch Cave
UpLit / Literature and Fiction2026 · 406 pp

The Witch Cave

Vegard Vinsjansen

Welcome to Balnesvik, a place in Western Norway. It's a small village, a small town so strangely familiar that it could have been where you grew up. But there's more to Balnesvik than meets the eye. Sondre is 16 years old and about to finish middle school. His big dream is to work in film, and he hopes to get into a sought-after media study programme in the city. He can't wait to get away from «the fucked-up farming country», but before he gets that far, a mysterious illness begins to spread in the village. It starts with the family cat Pelle, who has a nasty wound that smells bad and is behaving strange. And then there's Sondre's younger brother, Robert, who gets a flock of ants to commit collective suicide in a puddle. And who is the mysterious Julia, who appears everywhere? Together with his friends Lasse and Maryam, Sondre must navigate through various threats to unravel a conspiracy that stretches back through the village's history and is linked to the legendary closed mine – often called The Witch Cave – and where Sondre's family find themselves at the center of something that could affect the entire world.

A pen against the plague
Narrative Non-fiction2026 · 224 pp

A pen against the plague

Ingeborg Senneset

For more than ten years, Ingeborg Senneset has used her pen and keyboard as weapons to fight against ignorance, science hostility and vaccine resistance. With her background both as a journalist and a nurse, she has taken up the fight against the 'plague', both figuratively and literally - the flood of misinformation, outright lies and unfounded fear that through algorithms ravage the internet and social media. And the specific: pandemics, the spread of infection and unnecessary illnesses that result from vaccine skepticism and unfounded fear of all the new possibilities of modern medicine. And behind it lurks perhaps the most dangerous threat of all: Antibiotic resistance.

My First Dinosaur
Children's Books2026 · 18 pp · Age 0 - 3

My First Dinosaur

Line Halsnes

My First Dinosaurs is a board book for the youngest readers, based on Line Halsnes' dinosaur success, Cool Dinosaurs. While many dinosaur books exist, few cater directly to this youngest age group with such a thoughtful approach. This new board book features striking original illustrations used prominently, dedicating one magnificent dinosaur per spread. Experience a perfect blend of introductory knowledge about 7 fantastic dinosaurs, complemented by captivating drawings of many more! CE-merket: Egnet for barn i alle aldre

My First Machines
Children's Books2026 · Age 0 - 3

My First Machines

Line Halsnes

My First Machines is a board book for the youngest readers, based on Line Halsnes' bestselling picture book, Cool Machines. This board book is the perfect read for all small machine enthusiasts. This new board book features striking original illustrations used prominently, to show off all the cool machines and what they can do. Experience a perfect blend of introductory knowledge about 7 fascinating machines, complemented by captivating drawings of many more! CE-advarsel: Ikke egnet for barn under 3 år. Små deler.

My First Seasons: Autumn
Children's Books2026 · 20 pp · Age 0 - 3

My First Seasons: Autumn

Cecilie Skog

My First Seasons: Autumn is a charming board book for the very youngest readers. What happens in nature during autumn? Vibrant, warm colors, puddles to splash in, and berries and mushrooms to pick are just some of the things little ones will learn about in this book. Colorful illustrations and simple texts make it a perfect introduction to the seasons. The book is based on Come, Let's Go Outside! by Cecilie Skog and illustrator Kristina Farstad Bjerkek, which inspired families all over Norway to explore the great outdoors. The goal of this book is to remind both adults and children of what nature can give us, and that there is room for everyone in the wild: those who want to run, those who want to jump, those who want to sit quietly and listen, and those who want to shout. This seasonal board book is for children with "outdoor voices" as well as the more observant ones, and for anyone curious about the experiences and wonder nature has to offer. CE-advarsel: Ikke egnet for barn under 3 år. Små deler.

My First Seasons: Winter
Narrative Non-fiction / Children's Books2026 · 20 pp · Age 0 - 3

My First Seasons: Winter

Cecilie Skog

My First Seasons: Winter is a charming board book for the very youngest readers. What happens in nature during winter? Which birds stay behind, and who made those animal tracks in the snow? Which animals sleep all through the winter, and what can we make out of the snow? These are just some of the things children will learn about in this book. Charming illustrations and simple text make it a perfect introduction to the seasons. The book is based on Come, Let's Go Outside! by Cecilie Skog and illustrator Kristina Farstad Bjerkek, which inspired families all over Norway to explore the great outdoors. The goal of this book is to remind both adults and children of what nature can give us, and that there is room for everyone in the wild: those who want to run, those who want to jump, those who want to sit quietly and listen, and those who want to shout. This board book is for children with "outdoor voices" as well as the more observant ones, and for anyone curious about the experiences and wonder nature has to offer. CE-advarsel: Ikke egnet for barn under 3 år. Små deler.