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THE GIRL WHO LOST HER SHADOW

Written and Illustrated by Emily Ilett

A lyrical, immersive and luminous tale of sisterhood for middle-grade readers, The Girl Who Lost Her Shadow tells of bravery, the effect of mental-health issues and being strong enough to ask for help when we really need it.

Paperback / 130 x 198 mm / 224 pages / Floris Books

Winner of the Kelpies Prize & Branford Boose Award Longlist

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ICE CREAM BOY

Written and Illustrated by Lindsay Littleson

Sometimes the flavour of life is change. Luca has always relied on his Nonna, but she starts acting strangely. Then, Luca’s aunt threatens to close the family’s ice-cream cafe. Luca decides to enter a city-wide recipe competition: if he wins, maybe the publicity will save the cafe and his dream of a future.

Paperback / 130 x 198 mm / 208 pages / Floris Books

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CLOUDLANDERS

Written and Illustrated by Christopher Mackie

This fantasy debut novel is set above a flooded Earth, on the floating island of Bastion, where magic has allowed the last of the world’s inhabitants to survive. It stars an unforgettable band of misfits, including Kurt the giant mushroom, Flicker the gemstone faerie, wood-nymph twins and a gruff, shapeshifting wolf.

Paperback / 130 x 198 mm / 288 pages / Floris Books

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AN AMAZING ATLAS HISTORY OF SCOTLAND

Written by David MacPhail and illustrated by Angers Frang

An entertaining and informative atlas bursting with intriguing Scottish history. Discover fascinating facts about Scotland from ancient civilisations and warring kings to the industrial revolution and cloning sheep. In the series: AN AMAZING ANIMALS ATLAS & AN AMAZING ILLUSTRATED ATLAS.

Hardback / 224 x 311 mm / 32 pages / Floris Books

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SPECTACULAR SCOTTISH WOMEN

Written by Louise Baillie and illustrated by Eilidh Muldoon

A collection of fascinating and inspiring biographies of spectacular Scottish women, past and present. Scottish author and former journalist Louise Baillie gathers a diverse collection of incredible and important women, presenting their empowering stories in a way that will capture the imagination of today’s young readers.

Hardback / 210 x 234 mm / 144 pages / Floris Books

SPIN A SCARF OF SUNSHINE

Written by Dawn Casey and illustrated by Stila Lim

Nari cares for a little lamb on her farm. With her family’s help, she turns its fleece into a cosy scarf, until the scarf is ready for the compost heap. A luminous picture book exploring creation and recycling.

Rights sold: Korean & Dutch

Hardback / 295 x 275 mm / 32 pages / Floris Books

THE BUMBLEBEE GARDEN

Written by Dawn Casey and illustrated by Stila Lim

Ben helps in Grandpa’s garden through the year and learns all about the life cycle of the bumblebees. This charming picture book highlights the importance of bee conservation through a lyrical story and luminous illustrations.

Hardback / 295 x 275 mm / 28 pages / Floris Books

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DOGS’ BEST FRIENDS

Written by Ilona Łepkowska and illustrated by Dorota Prończuk

Irmo is a wonderful terrier. We follow his story from the moment he was adopted, through his whole life full of fun and love, until his departure over the rainbow bridge. A warm book that helps children with the painful situation of the death of a beloved pet.

Hardback / 200 x 265mm / 64 pages / Dwukropek

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TREASURE MAP

Written by Ewelina Włodarczyk and illustrated by Joanna Kencka

Even when it looks like it’s going to be the dullest morning in the world, you can experience an adventure. Just go to the land of fantasy. All you need to do is leave the house… or go out, for example on your bike. You just need to have a map with you. Not an ordinary one, but a treasure map. create such a map yourself.

Hardback / 260 x 280 mm / 40 pages / Dwukropek

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SUCH AN ALPACA

Written and Illustrated by Ewa Podleś-Virette

Alpaca is an excellent hairdresser. When, on the day of a big ball, customers come to her salon, Alpaca knows that she will have her hands full. Piggy dreams of a ponytail, Fox wants a colorful beard, Lion wants to get a haircut… Will all animals be happy? Will Alpaca be able to get ready and take part in the ball?

Board book / 157 x 1900 mm / 28 pages / Dwukropek

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