Dinara Mirtalipova – illustratör

A story steeped in magical realism about love, fear, and the thrill of discovering who we were born to be, The Last Monster is a story about making peace with our insecurities and defending those who must hide what they really are.   Sofia has never felt special. Not at school, or with her track team, and especially not since she’s become sick. She’s always been different, but this doesn''t make her stand out . . . it''s makes her invisible. Then something special lands right in Sofia’s lap. An ancient book that serves as a portal for the Greek philosopher, Xeno, one of Aristotle’s lost students. Sofia has been chosen to be the next Guardian. Suddenly Sofia is not only trying to survive middle-school cliques and first crushes, she’s in charge of protecting grotesquely beautiful, lonely monsters that have roamed the Earth for centuries. Drawn into Xeno’s violent and unpredictable world of mystery, Sofia learns that loving outsiders has a price."While the fantastical elements are compelling, it’s the real-world situations that make this book stand out. . . a perfect recommendation for introspective kids who feel like outsiders."--SLJ   "Garrett''s prose, frequently poignant and sophisticated, is punctuated with wry humor."--Kirkus "The oft-used concept of finding one’s true self is employed here in a uniquely imaginative way, complete with occasional black-and-white illustrations. An appealing tale for readers dealing with their own insecurities."--Booklist From the Hardcover edition.

Bring your favourite classics to life with STICKER JIGSAW! Journey along with your favourite characters through the most entrancing scenes of THE WONDERFUL WIZARD OF OZ - from the tornado, to meeting the Tinman, to heading to the Emerald City, and many more iconic moments.Simply use the stickers like jigsaw pieces: Peel them, then place them in the right spots for each puzzle. Not sure if you placed a sticker correctly? No problem! Our removable stickers are easy to peel again and replace until you complete your masterpiece.Great for traveling, and fun with friends or solo, STICKER JIGSAW finally makes puzzles transportable and effortless to save. Cherish your completed puzzles as an illustrated edition of THE WONDERFUL WIZARD OF OZ, or frame the pages and display your gorgeous artwork.

Take a tour of the North Pole with these three adorable board books in one gifty package! Step into a pocket-size, winter wonderland with this whimsical Christmas village . . . made of books! The foil-embossed, trifold case opens up to reveal three cleverly disguised books nestled into a magical wintry village with three charming locations just waiting to be explored. Warm up inside Mr. Klaus's cozy cottage, share cocoa with a friendly polar bear, then take a peek inside the toymakers' workshop to meet Mr. Klaus's tiniest secret helpers on their busiest night of the year. Each gorgeously illustrated book contains a fun-to-read holiday story, while the pocket-book sleeve can act as a festive backdrop for play when open or snap shut into a satisfyingly compact, easy-to-shelve package.

“Glorious.” —Kirkus Reviews A colorful journey of self-discovery and identity, this sweet, vibrant picture book follows young Leila as she visits her grandmother’s house for their weekly family dinner, and finds parts of herself and her heritage in the family, friends, and art around her.Sometimes I’m not sure if I like being me. When Leila looks in the mirror, she doesn’t know if she likes what she sees. But when her grandmother tells her the saffron beads on her scarf suit her, she feels a tiny bit better. So, Leila spends the rest of their family dinner night on the lookout for other parts of her she does like. Follow Leila’s journey as she uses her senses of sight, smell, taste, touch to seek out the characteristics that make up her unique identity, and finds reasons to feel proud of herself, just as she is.

James Crews's three anthologies of contemporary poems celebrating hope, wonder, kindness, and connection packaged in a beautiful gift box set with the addition of four illustrated poem cards suitable for framing. These are the poems our world needs now. Together, the three books include over 300 poems by a diverse selection of leading and emerging contemporary poets, including Amanda Gorman, Ross Gay, Ada Limón, Jane Hirshfield, Tracy K. Smith, Julia Alvarez, Ellen Bass, Danusha Laméris, Li-Young Lee, Naomi Shihab Nye, Joy Harjo, Joseph Bruchac, Nikita Gill, Linda Hogan, Mark Nepo, Alberto Ríos, and others. Special bonus feature: four frameable prints of poems by Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer, Kimberly Blaeser, Paula Gordon Lepp, and a new poem by James Crews.

Rediscover the magic of Russian folktales in a breathtaking illustrated edition. This collection of traditional stories will sweep you away to the birch forests and ornate palaces of Russia. You'll meet a mysterious girl born from the snow, a terrifying Baba Yaga, and a series of dauntless heroines and heroes willing to fight dragons and cross fiery rivers. Blending whimsical magic with magnificent drama, these tales come to life alongside intricate contemporary art in this special illustrated edition.POPULAR SERIES: The Tales series gives new life to traditional stories. Celebrating the richness of folklore around the world, and featuring the work of beloved contemporary illustrators, these books are treasured by adults and teens alike.ICONIC STORIES: Russian stories hold a special place in the hearts of fairy tales fans. Unforgettable characters like Baba Yaga and the Fire-Bird have captured imaginations for generations. In this collection, readers are sure to find old favorites and discover something new.GORGEOUS SPECIAL EDITION: With a mesmerizing full-page illustration for each story, as well as creamy paper, a ribbon page marker, and a handsome hardcover design, this edition is perfect for gifting and display.Perfect for:• Fans of fairy tales and folklore• Readers with Russian heritage or interested in Russian culture• Illustration and art lovers• Adults and teens• Collectors of illustrated classics• Fans of the illustrator Dinara Mirtalipova

A wonderful array of different styles of mandalas, from traditional to modern. Enjoy taking a pause to fill in the designs with pens or pencils. - There are also some designs for you to draw yourselves, and then colour in. - A calming, mess-free activity.- Keeps children busy, at home or on the move.

A 2025 Foreword Indies Book of the Year finalistA 2026 Notable Children's Books in the Language Arts selection★"By following one expressive girl through wonderfully evocative art, this story celebrates both imaginative play and openness to all kinds of emotions" – Booklist, starred reviewA calming reminder that you can feel a different way each day — and that’s ok!And just like the wind, or the sun or the sea,On some days I’m some ways, but all days, I’m me.Some days you may feel like a cyclone, a whirl, dizzy, giddy, wild. Other days, you’re a whisper, a breeze, gentle mellow, mild. You’re not the same each day, and Some Days I’m the Wind is here to say that’s ok! In this calming poem, reassuring phrases encourage readers to meet themselves as they are and explore all sides of their emotions and personalities. Teaches kids there are no “good” or “bad” feelings. All feelings are feelings!A perfect companion read to Whatever Comes TomorrowEndnotes provide further exercises to explore feelings through poetry and writing

The classic story of “The Princess and the Pea” gets a fresh twist in this Russian spin on the beloved fairy tale!The classic tale of a princess and a pea gets a fresh twist in this fourth book of the Once Upon a World board book series. With Russia as the backdrop, and stunning artwork from illustrator Dinara Mirtalipova, whose art style draws from Russian folklore, this is the same beloved story but it’s totally reimagined. Once Upon a World offers a multicultural take on the fairy tales we all know and love. Because these tales are for everyone, everywhere.