New Releases by Anita Lobel

Originally published in 2015 by Alfred A. Knopf.

A family''s day spent in the city reveals a wealth of contrasting images.

More than twenty years ago, Anita Lobel published her childhood memoir, NO PRETTY PICTURES, to much acclaim. A child''s tale of surviving Hitler''s Poland, a rescue by the Swedish Red Cross in 1945, and ending with school years in Stockholm, that book was written in a young girl''s voice. NO PRETTY PICTURES was nominated for the National Book Award, received gratifying reviews, and sold extremely well. Now, these many years later, she has decided to tell the rest of her story. STONE SOUP is an adult memento which begins in the early 1950s with an unwanted transplantation to New York City, then grows into a new rescue with acceptance to art school, the discovery of new friends and the proper marriage to one of those friends who happens to be a creator of children''s books. That is followed by the birth of children, income from satisfying work as a designer and illustrator, and a growing sense of having arrived at a point on the path to shedding the dual stigmas of poverty and exile. The trust in the good marriage turns out to last, until it doesn''t. Its gradual dissolution begins with the impulsive acquisition of a status house on a status street in Park Slope, Brooklyn. In a series of segments, the delight and playfulness connected with the ownership of this house lead to fear and trembling, suspicions and magical thinking that evil dwells and breathes in the old walls of that too, too solid house, and reflects back on the life lived within them. The "ideal" husband''s secrets and betrayals can no longer be ignored, and the door to the couple''s charmed, elegant life is broken down for good. Eventually, the husband contracts the plague of the eighties, and their relationship reshapes itself. In separate apartments very near each other in lower Manhattan, the husband and wife become a sad and changed couple. But as the husband descends into the inevitable, a fairy tale ending presents itself to the wife, and her road to recovery begins. STONE SOUP is a raw, yet engaging work of autofiction that will appeal to readers of literary fiction and memoirs, to all those fascinated by power couples of the publishing world, and to readers of NO PRETTY PICTURES who will, surely, want to know how it all arrives at this moment.

"Meet a remarkable group of energetic animals as they stretch and stand and reach to form all 26 letters of the alphabet themselves. From adoring alligators to zany zebras, the animals in this book are sure to keep you amused with their antics. And look at the acrobats! For they are a talented group indeed. Using only their bodies, these limber contortionists are merrily forming all twenty-six letters of the alphabet"--

From Caldecott Honor–winning author and illustrator Anita Lobel comes a sweet story about young rabbits taking care of their Mama Rabbit. This beloved classic picture book has been enlarged and refreshed for an immersive reading experience! Oh no, Mama Rabbit is sick in bed! Papa Rabbit has gone to get medicine, but her ten little rabbits want to help make her feel better. One by one, they each find their own way to cheer her up. Sometimes, love is the best medicine.

“Feathery fun for little ones.” —Kirkus Reviews From Caldecott Honor artist Anita Lobel comes a touching and classically, vividly illustrated story of a family of ducks out for a walk and the surprises they meet along the way. When a family of ducks goes out for a walk, their path takes them in unexpected directions—and maybe even to some new friends. Little ones will delight in counting ducks one through ten and identifying the other animals the duck family meets on their country walk.

After a hug and kiss from Mama and Papa, Lena is cozy in her bed and ready for her sleep sheep to help her fall asleep. But the sheep refuse to line up and be counted! "We''re sca-a-a-a-red!" the sheep baa together. "There''s a round monster in the window, making faces at us. He looks hungry and ready for a sheep snack." Lena''s sheep are afraid of the full moon shining through her window. Can clever Lena help these silly sheep overcome their fears so that she can get a good night''s sleep?

A simple—and simply beautiful—story for young cat lovers. One beautiful autumn day, Nini, a little tabby cat, sees that the door is open. The garden and nearby woods seem to beckon her to explore. Nini thinks the great outdoors is really, really, really nice . . . until night falls and strange animals begin sniffing and hooting and lurking about. Suddenly there is no place like home. This warm and reassuring picture book speaks to children whose curiosity has tempted them to “run away” from home. Caldecott Honor Book artist Anita Lobel’s illustrations have never been more beautiful. Endearing portraits of her own beloved Nini cat in a lush autumnal setting will gladden the hearts of cat lovers of all ages.

One by one, 10 very hungry rabbits find 10 very yummy vegetables for Mama Rabbit''s soup pot in this sweetly narrated Read & Listen edition. Caldecott Honor Book artist Anita Lobel combines learning to count with color concepts in this mouthwatering celebration of good things to eat. One big purple cabbage, two white onions, three yellow peppers, and so on through 10—garden vegetables have never looked so appetizing! Here Anita Lobel makes a delightful story for preschoolers with the two most basic early learning concepts, counting and color. And her beautiful illustrations of vegetables might even tempt picky eaters into new adventures in eating! This ebook includes Read & Listen audio narration.

From a Caldecott Honor artist comes a mouth-watering celebration of good things to eat that’s perfect for warm-weather reading and combines learning to count with color concepts! One by one, 10 very hungry rabbits find 10 very yummy vegetables for Mama Rabbit''s soup pot. One big purple cabbage, two white onions, three yellow peppers, and so on through 10—garden vegetables have never looked so appetizing! Here Anita Lobel makes a delightful story for preschoolers with the two most basic early learning concepts, counting and color. And her beautiful illustrations of vegetables might even tempt picky eaters into new adventures in eating!

An alphabet book based on various flowers.--Horn Book

Anita Lobel was barely five years old when World War II began and the Nazis burst into her home in Kraków, Poland. Her life changed forever. She spent her childhood in hiding with her brother and their nanny, moving from countryside to ghetto to convent—where the Nazis finally caught up with them. Since coming to the United States as a teenager, Anita has spent her life making pictures. She has never gone back. She has never looked back. Until now.

What will baby''s first word be? Hello? Sun? Dog? Cat? Cow? Owl? Spend a day in the country with Anita Lobel''s friendly animals. Meow. Woof. Moo! Whoo! Baby will be talking in no time!

Fearing at first that her family is going on vacation without her, Nini the cat ends up traveling with her owners to their new home.

Recounts how a mother''s love and potatoes ended the war.

Here, in one book, are the days of the week, the months of the year, the four seasons, the basic colors, and an exciting counting adventure -- all conceived, staged, and presented by the incomparable Anita Lobel. You can savor each of the three stories separately or think of them as three acts in one play. However you do it, a standing ovation is guaranteed! 10 Best Illustrated Books of 2000 (NY Times Book Review) 01 Riverbank Review Magazine''s Children''s Books of Distinction Award Nominations

In this original alphabet book with an international flavor, the acclaimed author/artist takes her characters and her audience on a whirlwind tour of the world''s wonders. From Adam arriving in Amsterdam to Zachary zigzagging in Zaandam, magnificent illustrations entice young readers to linger on every page.

A variety of flowers grows near the hollyhocks that give shade to the bee that sleeps on the only rose in a garden.

A rolling pancake eludes all its pursuers except one clever pig.

Sven, a respected watchman on a drawbridge, finds his work disrupted when a thoughtless king blows the bridge up.

Prince Mainichi and Princess Ichinichi are visited by a rude dwarf, who inflicts upon them evil and dangerous games before revealing his true self.

Start with a single rose. Add hollyhocks and marigold, sunflowers and zinnias. VoilÀ! A quiet, tranquil, beautiful garden grows before your eyes. But who''s that hiding in the corner? This cumulative story by the creators of On Market street, which won a Caldecott Honor Book Award, is sure to be a perennial favorite with youngsters -- and gardeners -- everywhere.

Forced to cook and clean for three robbers, a little girl tricks them and escapes with their booty.

The rooster and the hen set off in a mice-drawn shoe to proclaim themselves king and queen.

Although the king and queen give her a big birthday party, nobody except a young organ grinder and his monkey really cares whether the princess is enjoying herself.

Mr. Troll thinks life under his mushroom is dull until it is wrecked during a party, but after a heavy rain more mushrooms grow and he has many neighbours he can visit.