Stories for Children and Young Adults - Rights List Autum 2025

First volume of a spacey comic-series with a great hero! Evil Mr. Money has sinister plans: He wants to shoot...

First volume of a spacey comic-series with a great hero! Evil Mr. Money has sinister plans: He wants to shoot all livestock into space and leave them on a distant planet. He will be able to sell the food they produce for so much more money! But he didn’t count on Fluffy, the Super Chick with kung fu-powers. Together with sheep Baa and his friends, Fluffy wants to stop Mr. Money’s plans. But Mr. Money’s helper, the creepy cat robot Robocat, is already on their trail …

Markus Grolik, born in 1965, is a qualified graphic designer and created cinema posters before studying art in Munich. Since 1995, he has been writing and illustrating children's books for well-known publishers. He has received numerous national and international awards for his comics and cartoons. He lives in Munich with his wife and two children.

A secret staircase to a hidden attic, records of magical beings and vials of a mysterious blue “whispering powder”: there...

A secret staircase to a hidden attic, records of magical beings and vials of a mysterious blue “whispering powder”: there are all sorts of secrets to discover in Luke’s new home. And when a creepy figure breaks into his room in the middle of the night and flees with a sack full of stolen goods, Luke is hot on the trail. It leads him to the Whispering Forest, where a hidden world awaits – and an adventure Luke will never forget. 

A fantasy series with eight books already published – and more to come! 

Andreas Suchanek, born in 1982, studied computer science but pursued writing, winning awards including the German Fantasy Prize. The Whispering Forest is his first children’s book created with Timo Grubing – a freelance illustrator who works in a variety of genres from books to games. 

German Fantasy Prize 2019

Lovely Books Reader Prize 2018

 Lovely Books Reader Prize 2021

Lovely Books Community Award 2022 

Freedom shapes our lives. It is a fundamental right, but it is not experienced by everyone at all times. Freedom...

Freedom shapes our lives. It is a fundamental right, but it is not experienced by everyone at all times. Freedom has had to be fought for long and hard, and for many people it remains unattainable. 

Sybille Hein’s book helps children to understand what this big word means and feels like: why freedom can mean being allowed to be different. Why being free means being able to know and ask everything. And also why it can become complicated sometimes … 

Sybille Hein studied philosophy (halfway), illustration (to the end) and toured for many years with her cabaret programmes. Today she lives in Berlin with her family and showcases various talents. She writes books for young and old, radio plays, satirical texts and many songs. Her illustrations can be found in books, on fabric collections and regularly in children’s television programmes. 

Being a big brother isn’t easy – especially when your little sister starts breathing fire and everyone loves her for...

Being a big brother isn’t easy – especially when your little sister starts breathing fire and everyone loves her for it. Everyone except one: Furzipups! A hilarious dragon tale full of heart, humor, and cheeky fart jokes – exploring sibling rivalry, jealousy, and the power of family.

Kai Lüftner was born in Berlin in 1975 and has been writing ever since — books, songs, and audio plays.

Wiebke Rauers studied communication design in Düsseldorf and worked as a character designer before becoming a freelance illustrator in 2015. She now illustrates children’s books, films, and TV series.

/ By bestselling author Kai Lüftner and star illustrator Wiebke Rauers

/ Over 1 million books sold worldwide!

/ Sound fun included

The lion is the boss. With his mighty roar he keeps order in the savannah. But one day he is...

The lion is the boss. With his mighty roar he keeps order in the savannah. But one day he is so hoarse that he can no longer make a sound. Chaos breaks out! Everyone does what they want, many argue. Eventually the animals agree that things can’t go on like this. They need rules. Not so easy when there is no one in charge. But together they come up with lots of great ideas and find really fair rules for EVERYONE! 

Günther Jakobs, born in 1978, studied philosophy and design majoring in illustration. Since then he has worked in a shared studio in Münster as an illustrator for both children’s and adult books. 

Flora is enjoying her secret time with her magic owl Goldwing. One night, they hear a strange rustling which leads...

Flora is enjoying her secret time with her magic owl Goldwing. One night, they hear a strange rustling which leads them to a pony standing alone and frightened in the moonlight. Will Goldwing’s magic powers and Flora’s loving care be able to help the pony?

Ina Brandt studied German literature and worked as an editor before she became a freelance author. By creating Owl Magic, she fulfilled herself an old dream that a small tawny owl in her garden inspired her to. Ina lives near Stuttgart with her husband and her two daughters.

Nadine Reitz has always been fascinated by paper, paint and pens. She has been working as a freelance illustrator and graphic designer since 2011. Today she, her family and two fluffy tomcats live in the Lower Rhine Area.

An extraordinary book that will dispel kids’ fears, and have both children and adults in stitches – because adults can be...

An extraordinary book that will dispel kids’ fears, and have both children and adults in stitches – because adults can be chicken too sometimes. Of course, little kids are afraid of some things. In Nele, Adam and Zaima’s case, it’s hearing aids and loud snoring. But would they run away during a thunderstorm or when they see a black cat? That only makes fear bigger, they think. And so they decide to creep up on fear and pinch its tummy instead. That way they don’t just get rid of their own fright but also that of some of the adults. 

Sybille Hein, born in 1970, studied philosophy (halfway through) and illustration (to the end) and has toured throughout Germany as a revue performer. Now she lives with her family in Berlin. She is an author and writes radio plays, satire and subversive songs. 

Morning dressing routine can be so much fun! In a playful way, this cardboard picture book helps young children follow...

Morning dressing routine can be so much fun! In a playful way, this cardboard picture book helps young children follow the correct sequence for getting dressed. First the undies go on the bare bottom. But where on the rotating wheel are they? Next come the undershirt, socks, and all the other favorite clothes. Memorable rhymes help children who already want to do a lot, but don't yet know how to do everything, to make the dressing process a success.  

Learning to dress in a playful way: with a fun dial and memorable rhymes, the morning routine becomes fun for little dressing professionals! 

Henrike Lippa was born in Oelde in 1983. She has been working as a music teacher for ten years and runs a music school in her hometown. When not working, she loves to create picture books for our very youngest readers.

Katharina Staar, born in 1983, studied illustration and art education. She lives and works as freelance illustrator and art school teacher in Melle. Her debut book, Die grüne Kiste (The Green Box) won the Piepenbrock art promotion award in 2013.

Each page features familiar scenes from everyday life, with sliders and flaps that encourage little hands to touch, try out,...

Each page features familiar scenes from everyday life, with sliders and flaps that encourage little hands to touch, try out, and play along. Perfect for reading aloud and discovering together! And if Mom or Dad are too tired to read, young readers can still join the fun by searching for their cuddly toy Bunny on every page.

Joëlle Tourlonias is an internationally successful illustrator. She set up her business in 2009 and has since illustrated over 250 children’s books, and now creates her own toddler world at Coppenrath.

The most wonderful bedtime story in the worldWith lots of flaps and sliders to exploreOver 100,000 copies sold worldwide of the bestselling of the previous title Pee and Poo Book

Bedtime stories for the brave. Tonight, Boris and his little sister Celeste are home alone and Celeste wants him to...

Bedtime stories for the brave. Tonight, Boris and his little sister Celeste are home alone and Celeste wants him to tell her a bedtime story – a really spooky one! Boris loves making up stories about scary ghosts lying in wait in the dark for little girls … 

Bor-ring, says Celeste. Or about giant toads that creep up on you. Aw, how sweet! says Celeste. She makes fun of dragons, man-eating lizards and monsters with several heads. There’s nothing that spooks her. Until she thinks up a story that has Boris quaking in his boots. 

Nikolaus Heidelbach was born in 1955 and is regarded as one of Germany’s best contemporary illustrators. His picture books have won many awards, including the Special Prize of the German Youth Literature Award. 

Ole Könnecke, born in 1961, lives in Hamburg. He has designed 30 books, for which he has won several national and international awards. 

Bologna Ragazzi Award 2025

One day Mother Duck finds a strange egg in her nest. Once it hatches, she names it Jen. But Jen...

One day Mother Duck finds a strange egg in her nest. Once it hatches, she names it Jen. But Jen doesn’t quite fit in with the rest of the ducks: they even make fun of her. As it turns out, Jen is actually a hen and not a duck! Mother Duck decides to take Jen to a farm to find out more about her heritage, and while walking through the portrait gallery Jen learns that her ancestors were dinosaurs! How cool! But Mother Duck’s heart is heavy: will she have to let go of Jen and leave her with the other hens? 

A touching story about a mother’s unconditional love and searching for your origins. 

Cornelia Travnicek, born in 1987, is a researcher at a centre for virtual reality and visualisation. Picus has published her children’s books Zwei dabei and Before the Alarm Goes Off, as well as her novel Fairy Dust. 

Raffaela Schöbitz, born in 1987, is a freelance illustrator and author. She was shortlisted for the World Illustration Award in 2021. For Picus she has previously illustrated Gute Reise, Eierspeise!, Planetenspatzen and Before the Alarm Goes Off. 

https://issuu.com/leykam/docs/children_s_books_from_austria_2025

Attention, book lovers! Mr Fox gets bitten by the love bug – literally! When the charming painter Mira crosses his...

Attention, book lovers! Mr Fox gets bitten by the love bug – literally! When the charming painter Mira crosses his path, he falls head over heels. But when will he see her again? And what might the painting she made of him look like? As Mr Fox awaits a sign from Mira, wandering the world and writing poetry, his publisher has had enough. Something must be done – it’s time for an urgent de-love plan! 

Franziska Biermann studied at the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences for Design. She lives in Hamburg, working as an author and illustrator on her humorous book and film projects. Her most famous character is Mr Fox. Mr Fox Loves Books won second place in the Troisdorf Picture Book Award. Franziska Biermann is a recipient of the Baumhaus-Boje-Media Award and was honoured with the Young Literature House Award in 2021. 

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This masterfully illustrated picture book is a unique cultural history of hats. Using hats as examples, it shows how diverse our...

This masterfully illustrated picture book is a unique cultural history of hats. Using hats as examples, it shows how diverse our world is. Because not only are hats and head coverings attractive and eye- catching, but they can also achieve the exact opposite by making their wearers invisible, in a sense, protecting them from stares. 

The book’s subject is vibrantly portrayed: one hat is presented across from the next in single-page layouts, followed by double-paged, and so alternate throughout. Numerous detailed close-ups help the focus and flow. Hats off! 

Hats is Karen Exner’s first (and hopefully not last) picture book with Carlsen. 

The best 7 books for young readers (February 2025), Winner: The most beautiful German book (June 2025)

“One can only take one’s hat off to this impressive collection of headgear across human history and cultures.”

Arbeitsgemeinschaft Jugendliteratur und Medien (AjuM )

 

An excursion is on the agenda: while the children keep their eyes open, the adults are constantly looking at their...

An excursion is on the agenda: while the children keep their eyes open, the adults are constantly looking at their phones. After all, how else are you supposed to know what the weather is like, where to go … But along the way, even they start looking around, so things get more and more colourful! 

Katharina Grossmann-Hensel was born in Mülheim and studied illustration in Hamburg. She lived for three years in Paris, where she also published her first picture book. She now works as a freelance author and illustrator in Berlin, collaborating with various publishers across different genres ranging from caricatures for adults to illustrated children’s books. 

Global Illustration Excellence Award in 2016, nominated for the German Picture Book Prize in 2021 

After a storm, Lila and her grandmother Mu are stranded on an archipelago island. Days go by. What if no...

After a storm, Lila and her grandmother Mu are stranded on an archipelago island. Days go by. What if no one comes? In the woods, Lila meets her recently deceased friend Rosa, who becomes very real to her. Mu also helps by painting, writing poetry and playing with Lila. They look after one another and comfort each other until help finally arrives and it is time to let Rosa go. 

A touching story about family, friendship and having faith in one’s own strength.

Mareike Krügel studied at the German Literature Institute in Leipzig. She lives as a freelance author with her family amidst chickens near Schleswig. She has already published many novels for adults and, with Beltz & Gelberg, the children’s book Camping with Guineapig.

Anna Schilling lives and works as an illustrator and graphic designer in Bremen. She has already illustrated Will Gmehling’s story Why do You Howl, Howling Dog? for Beltz & Gelberg.

Adrian is bursting with excitement: his football team has been chosen to walk onto the pitch alongside his favourite Premier...

Adrian is bursting with excitement: his football team has been chosen to walk onto the pitch alongside his favourite Premier League team before a real match! Adrian and Leo have never been this close to their football heroes. King Kong can’t be left out, of course, so Adrian sneaks him into the stadium in his sports bag.

Suddenly the spectators notice a small, fluffy creature on the pitch – King Kong has slipped out of the bag and discovered the lush green grass! King Kong turns everything upside down but soon proves to be a true good-luck charm.

Kirsten Boie is one of Germany's most renowned authors of children's and young adult books. She has won numerous awards, including the German Youth Literature Prize and the Federal Cross of Merit.

Christian and Fabian Jeremies have already illustrated many children's books with their twin power. They decided to do this after studying at the Münster School of Design. Character development is their passion.

Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division — preschool children solve these tasks while playing. With the learning cards, children practice basic...

Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division — preschool children solve these tasks while playing. With the learning cards, children practice basic mathematical operations and learn to solve mathematical questions in their everyday lives.

All tasks and solutions are shown in pictures. This allows an early introduction to basic arithmetic, even before children have learned to read the numbers.

Art. Nr. 3256

Learn About Shapes promotes the understanding of basic geometry in a fun and engaging way. As children grow and become...

Learn About Shapes promotes the understanding of basic geometry in a fun and engaging way. As children grow and become more aware of their surroundings, the concept of geometry is vital to help them organize visual information. 

This set introduces children to the fascinating world of geometry, covering different exercises that will help them to recognize, classify and analyse shapes, differentiate between two- and three-dimensional shapes and develop spatial reasoning through logical thinking.

 

LOGICO PRIMO is a learning game with self-checking for children aged 3 to 6 years for learning in kindergarten, at...

LOGICO PRIMO is a learning game with self-checking for children aged 3 to 6 years for learning in kindergarten, at preschool and at home. Using the LOGICO PRIMO learning cards, children practise concentration & perception, logical thinking, colours & shapes, numeracy, reading readiness, sequencing, sorting & classify- ing and language development. 1994 Worlddidac Award, 2006 Teachers’ Choice Award (USA), 2006 Innovative Product ECWN (Poland). 

Art-no. 3201 

Aesthetics is a quality that fundamentally influences all human activity, perception and thinking. Aesthetic education ex pands perception in all...

Aesthetics is a quality that fundamentally influences all human activity, perception and thinking. Aesthetic education ex pands perception in all areas of life and helps children to become close observers and listeners. It stimulates creativity and imagination. This set offers children first aesthetic experiences focused on visual perception. When solving the assignments, children look closely at and engage with visual works of art, colour scales and various painting and writing tools. This requires concentration, logical thinking and combining. In this way, the set also promotes thinking skills. 

No. 3264