Stefano Martinuz – illustratör

There are many things that make Easter special, but the most special thing of all is that Jesus is alive!In the spring, around Easter time, nature seems to wake up like a family of bears after a long winter’s nap. Robins sing all day long in the bright sunshine. Baby chickens pop out of their shells, and baby bunnies hop around in the green grass. Boys and girls get candy, gifts, and new clothes. But as wonderful as all those things are, none of them is what really makes Easter special.Why Is Easter Special? by Barbara Miller Juliani shares the story of mama animals asking their babies if they know what makes Easter special. While the little ones have very good answers, they don’t have quite the right one. But one little girl and boy, Mia and Mason, do! Through engaging dialogue and gentle guidance, the story reveals that Easter is special because Jesus is alive, offering hope, friendship, and love that lasts forever.With warm, engaging illustrations by Stefano Martinuz, Why Is Easter Special? delights toddlers and preschoolers ages 2–5 while helping them look beyond candy, gifts, and other holiday traditions to the true joy of Easter—Jesus's resurrection. A special page for parents extends the conversation, offering simple ways to reinforce the story's message and make its spiritual lessons meaningful for young children.

The Times Children's Book of the Week - "Playful and perceptive...This is definitely one troll worth unblocking"Indie Book of the Month - September 2024A funny, heartwarming story about internet trolling and learning to love yourself.Below the bridge,beneath the log,underneath the burping bog,where townsfolk whispered, cringed and crept,a terrifying monster slept...In this funny tale, inspired by both internet trolls and The Three Billy Goats Gruff, there is a terrifying troll that lives under a bridge. Unseen, he delights in shouting nasty things to passers-by. But when a d/Deaf bunny unwittingly faces up to him, he realises that it's not so fun to say nasty things to someone's face. Can Troll finally learn to love himself and others?Perfect for children aged 3+· This is a funny story that addresses internet trolling in an accessible way· A charming character-led tale with Troll learning the error of his ways and getting a second chance· A d/Deaf inclusive story· Features hilarious, bright illustrationsMore Stories from the Swamp:Goblin: A story about the magic of human connectionOgre: A story about the power of standing up for yourself

Deep in the bog, in a thicket of thorns, where shadows would linger long after the dawn,in twists of old iron, with fists full of rubbish... Goblin was searching for gadgets and gubbish.Goblin has everything. Trinkets and treasures, nick-nacks and stuff - he has it all . . . and yet, it's never enough. So, when a band of unlikely companions turn up and Goblin actually FEELS something, things start to shift. Could it be that friendship, not possessions, is what Goblin really needs? The follow up to Times' Children's Book of the Week, Troll, Goblin is a wonderfully funny and powerful story about the magic of human connection.

The ogres were brutish and loutish and loud. Bullish and boorish, parading and proud.Destroying the swamplands with black hobnail boots.Glaring and tearing up trees from their roots. But one of the ogres stood out from the crowd. His boots not so heavy. His voice, not so loud. Ogre is different, and longs for something more than just anger and destruction. So, when a chance encounter with a protective mama bird prompts a huge reaction, things immediately change. Will he stay true to his path? And what will happen to the rest of the ogres? Aspirational and moving, this title is the third book in the Stories from the Swamp series. With a powerful environmental theme, this picture book will make young readers question everything they are capable of.More Stories from the Swamp: Troll: A story about learning to love yourselfGoblin: A story about the magic of human connection