New Releases by Debi Gliori

The three bears of Papana River Valley lead a charmed life: when it rains, they fish; when it snows, they hunt; and when the sun shines, they sunbathe. But that doesn''t stop them from complaining. So the Sunblazer, the Raindancer and the Snowmaker send down the Wish Fish to grant wishes.

When the Strega-Borgias return from holiday to find that their faithful family retainer, Latch, has collapsed from unknown causes, it is only the start of their problems. Signora Strega-Borgia is feeling very peaky in the mornings, Titus is facing the prospect of boarding school and Pandora has a feeling that Mrs McLachlan knows more than she''s letting on. Only Ffup the dragon is truly happy, due to her forthcoming marriage to the Loch Ness Monster. A fantastically epic plot, culminating in Flora McLachlan making the ultimate sacrifice, which will have committed fans and newcomers turning the pages late into the night.

Nine tales presented with a new twist by the award-winning author and artist Debi Gliori. A fresh approach to classic stories, enhanced with humour and warmth that will captivate children everywhere.

Retells the classic story of a family of bears who return from a walk to find an unexpected visitor in their house.

Resum: Una guineueta petita i malcarada no acaba de ser feliç perquè es pensa que no se l''estima ningú. Potser si canviava d''actitud.

There’s trouble brewing at StregaSchloss! When Signora Strega-Borgia invites some would-be witches to stay, weird things begin to happen. Pandora can’t resist the temptation of time travel. Titus picks up a strange—and deadly—computer virus. And it looks like they may have to trade in the family riches for a family curse. Are they falling under the witches’ spell? Or is the ghost of the Strega-Borgias’ past coming back to haunt them all?

" A firefly darts above the pool, Its light shines like a tiny jewel. " It`s midnight, and all is quiet by the pond...or is it? A bold little owl has flown the nest for a nighttime adventure, but he`s a little nervous about it because, of course, most owls don`t swim. But with the help of Duck, Hen and Otter he tiptoes into the water for a magical moonlit moment - and has the jolliest time! Beautifully written and illustrated by Debi Gliori, this charming book is one in a series of four new Buggy Buddies, with beautiful sparkly silver and gold foil highlights on every spread. The added novelty of the handy Buggy Buddies strap means you can bring this special story with you, wherever you go!

" Colis spécial ! crie Milo, le petit pingouin. - Pour nous ? demande son papa. Oh ! J''adore les surprises du facteur, ouvrons-le vite ! - Je crois qu''il s''est ouvert tout seul... " répond Milo en souriant.

Things are not right at the Strega-Borgia castle. Signor Luciano Strega-Borgia has been kidnapped. Signora Baci Strega-Borgia is struggling with her spells at the Advanced Witchcraft Institute.Titus and Pandora don’t like their suspiciously cheerful and fearless new nanny. Baby Damp has been accidentally shrunk, e-mailed, and lost on the World Wide Web. And to top it off, there’s a gangster in a bunny suit lurking about. . . . This seriously over-the-top, gothic romp is sure to have readers clamoring for the next Strega-Borgia adventure.

Just when the Strega-Borgias think it’s safe to relax in their ancestral castle . . . it isn’t. First their roof collapses, forcing them into the Auchenlochtermuchty Arms–the only local hotel that will accomodate three mythical beasts and one crocodile. Then Titus accidentally creates 500 tiny naked pink clones. And 500 tiny naked pink clones are not easy to manage. But not surprisingly, this isn’t the biggest Strega-Borgia dilemma–there’s also a few evil contractors plotting to destroy their home forever. Perhaps the miniature kilted warriors arising from the spilled magic potion can help. . . .

Milo''s mum has laid an Egg, and it''s due to hatch at any time. So when Mum has to go on a food-finding expedition, Dad has to look after the Egg. And that means that it''s up to Milo to deliver the Penguin Post mail. There are parcels and packages for all sorts of animals, from quilt feathers for Mrs Major''s Baby Bear to a sleepsuit for tiny Tiffany bee. And it''s just when he''s delivering the last parcel that he realises there''s an extra package in the mailbag. Something that needs to be returned to Mum and Dad quickly...

When the sun has gone down and it''s time for bed, what''s a not-so-sleepy little polar bear to do? Put on some comfy slippers and head to the place where he can do the Polar Bolero, a magical dance sure to get everyone ready for dreaming. Full color.

Over fifty best-loved nursery rhymes have been brought together and imaginatively illustrated by one of the most popular and highly acclaimed children s artists of today. Debi Gliori brings a fresh approach to these classic rhymes, adding humour and uniting different characters in one glorious illustration, page after page. Intriguing facts about the meanings behind the rhymes are also here, giving added insight and enjoyment to both children and adults. From Little Miss Muffet and Jack and Jill to Old Mother Hubbard and Mary, Mary Quite Contrary, all the favourite rhymes, songs and lullabies that capture the magic and joy of childhood are here.

Mr. and Mrs. Bear and the other forest animals despair of ever getting Baby Bear to stop crying and go to sleep, but Small Bear knows just how to solve the problem.

Maravilloso cuento en rima que trata del amor filial. El protagonista, un pequeño zorro enfadado y tristón, cree que nadie lo quiere de corazón. Pero eso no es cierto, y la madre del pequeño se lo quiere demostrar. Pareciera ser que ésa es la preocupación de todo niño. Piensan que el amor de sus padres está condicionado a sus conductas y temen que al fallarles dejen de quererlos: me seguirán queriendo a pesar de mis travesuras, aunque me haya portado mal en la escuela, haya peleado con mis hermanos o haya desobedecido a mi profesora o a mis abuelos? Los padres, por su parte, desean convencer a sus hijos que el amor no tiene barreras y que no hay travesura tan grande que no se pueda perdonar. Recomendado para niños a partir de los 3 años.

I''m grim and grumpy," says Small to Large, "and I don''t think you love me at all." But nothing could be further from the truth--and Large knows just how to reassure Small in this warm and tender story about a child''s biggest worry and a parent''s endless capacity for love.

Based on Christina Rossetti''s poem "In the Bleak Midwinter", this is the story of two little girls, one living in the present and the other at the time of the birth of Christ, who worry about what they can give a very special person for Christmas.