New Releases by Anna Pignataro

Princess and Fairy, the two most adorable bunnies in all of fairyland, are friends forever. For them, friends forever means so many warm and wonderful, special and sparkly things - from sharing their last cup- cake, tea parties for two and giggling at the same things to starting new adventures, hand-in-hand. Age 3+.

Underneath a big old elm, Oli asked, ''Mamma, how long will you love me?'' ''Always,'' Mamma smiled. Like small children the world over, Oli the baby bear wants confirmation of his mother''s love. But when she assures him she will love him always, Oli has no concept of what she means. ''How long is always?'' he wants to know. With the tender patience and wise imagination of a loving parent, mother bear explains... Originally published in hardback as Always. Now in board book format perfect for little hands!

The precious follow-up to MAMA WILL YOU HOLD MY HAND? and MAMA, HOW LONG WILL YOU LOVE ME? From bestselling author/illustrator Anna Pignataro comes the third title in her bestselling series, MAMA, WILL I BE YOURS FOREVER?, a sweet and loving portrayal of what "forever" means. The world is a very big place filled with everyday wonders that can both fascinate and confuse young readers. But Anna''s text and sweeping illustrations are reassuring and engaging, showcasing the love of a parent for their child as well as introducing children to the many wonders of nature and life.

Deep in a snowy forest Owl and Frida live happily together. Each night they look out their little window at the moon and wonder what lies beyond the snow. Then one midwinter day Owl starts to change, his dreams begin to fill with magic and nothing is ever the same again.

Introducing a new series for early readers. Join best friends Abby and Eve as they discover the world of the Butterfly Bunnies. A place where magical things happen and the most important thing is friendship. MELODY AND THE MUSIC BOX: There''s something wrong with Melody''s music box. It keeps changing all the sounds in Butterfields. Melody''s supposed to sing for the King and Queen, at the Butterfields Music Concert but now her beautiful voice sounds horrible. Could it be the Grizzly Moth Hare up to his evil tricks again? How will Abby and Eve find a way to help The Butterfly Bunnies? In the real world Abby has her first ballet audition but she''s lost all confidence because of snobby Tiffany Cornish, the new girl in St Ives! Can Abby and Eve find a way to help the Butterfly Bunnies again? And who''s the snobby new girl at St Ives and why is she being so mean to Abby?

Princess and Fairy have been invited to attend the Ballet Frou-Four where they''ll both see their idols Coco and Bijou! Two pairs of red, enchanted ballet slippers are waiting to fly them there, but will they be able to find everything on their list of twinkly things in time for the show? Hop in and join Princess and Fairy - the two most adorable bunnies in all of Fairyland - as they pirouette across the page in their latest glittering adventure. Visit Swan Lake, Coppelia Cove, Sleeping Beauty Bay and more. And remember that the most twinkly things may be found where you least expect!

The Carnival is coming! Princess and Fairy have been invited to join in the fun at the Big Top. Will they be able to find everything on their list of enchanting things in time? Hop in and join Princess and Fairy-the two most adorable bunnies in all of Fairyland-for another wonderful adventure. Remember, the most exciting things may be found where you least expect!

Out in the fi elds with Mamma one day, Oli finds a cocoon. Oli asks what it is and what it will become, which leads to questions about the way things change every day in the world. Through their journey, Mamma and Oli experience many wonderful changes and witness the cocoon turn into a butterfl y. When Oli asks if he will change, Mamma says: You will become big and strong, whispered Mamma. But you will be my little bear forever.

When Abby Star moves to St Ives she is sad and lonely but then a miracle happens. Eve Knight lives right next door and soon the girls become best friends. One day they make a clover wish and everything changes. Pandora the Butterfly Bunny appears and asks for their help. Can Abby and Eve help Pandora find the key to spring before it is too late or will they be stuck in wintertime forever.

A mother assures her son that they will always be together, no matter what comes their way.

In a white peppermint world as far as the eye could see lived Papa Penguin and Little Penguin . . . Like all small children, Little Penguin loves being with his daddy. But when Papa Penguin goes fishing, Little Penguin discovers independence he never knew he had. Nothing could be more comforting, though, than when Papa comes home and together they call the stars in, one by one.

In a white peppermint world as far as the eye could see lived Papa Penguin and Little Penguin . . . Like all small children, Little Penguin loves being with his daddy. But when Papa Penguin goes fishing, Little Penguin discovers independence he never knew he had. Nothing could be more comforting, though, than when Papa comes home and together they call the stars in, one by one.

Have you ever seen a football field turn into a forest filled with birds? Has your classroom ever turned into a river, your desk become a boat? Have fish filled your bath tub? Have you ever seen the streets around your house change into hills of grass blown about by the wind? Unexpected magical things happen when Stephen hears the music of the flute. Come and listen for yourself

A little bear wants to know how long his mother will love him.

Welcome to Apple Street, where the sun is shining and six little animal friends are doing what they like to do best of all. But what happens when it starts to rain?

"... as magic as a starry night ... as wild as a windy day ... as wondrous as a winter snow ... as tricky as an autumn mist ... as soft as a cloudy sky ..." Like small children the world over, Oli the baby bear wants confirmation of his mother''s love. But when she assures him she will love him always, Oli has no concept of what she means. ''How long is always?'' he wants to know. With the tender patience and wise imagination of a loving parent, mother bear explains. Focusing on the realities of the world around us, mother bear leads Oli gently through a series of landscapes, emphasising the magic and wonder of small everyday moments, and revealing the eternity inherent in them. This is Anna Pignataro''s debut as author/illustrator. Deeply moved by her experience as a parent, Anna wrote and illustrated ''Always'' as a gift to her daughter. Her deeply-felt love is evident in every word and stroke of the brush.

So many animals have great big questions to ask. But who can give them a great big answer? This story is based on the tale of Noah''s Ark, and features themes of tolerance and acceptance.

Themes of friendship and belonging On the very first day that Nic and Naomi became friends they discovered that there were two things they both liked the best. The first was that they liked to run fast. They found that they could run faster than anyone just after Naomi and her mother moved into the little wooden falling-down house right at the end of Rabbit Street. Nic and Naomi have a race down Rabbit Street straight off and then discover all the other fun and funny things they have in common...

How important is a name? Ewan decides to change his, and his family plays along. Each day Ewan has a new name, until one day he chooses one that he doesn''t know is strictly for girls. While learning the days of the week, children can identify with Ewan and his search for his sense of self, and enjoy the unfolding drama of daily family life. Parents and teachers will be amused and entertained by this feisty little boy. Finally Ewan''s mum and dad let Ewan find his own satisfactory solution.

Paperback edition of a picture storybook for children first published 2001. Big Jim is a strong horse who is growing old. Every summer he pulls the caravan that takes Max and his family around the countryside so they can perform their acrobatics and theatre show. But Big Jim is tired and wants to stay in his green field by the river. When Max and his family arrive at a town where a horse is for sale, will Big Jim get his wish? Author has worked in the theatre and as a printer and graphic artist. Previous titles include ''Sailing Home'' and ''The Last Circus''. Illustrator is an art teacher. Her previous titles are ''Quicksilver'' and ''The Staircase Cat''.

It''s summer on Bondi Beach and Jack''s planning to spend most of it in the surf with his best friend Mikey. But he hasn''t counted on meeting a very determined mermaid, with marriage on her mind.

Picture story book for young children, first published in hardback in 1998. Oskar the cat lives happily with the caretaker and his family until war comes to his city. Oskar waits many years for his family to return.