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2 Novelties The Little Mermaid, PAGE 4 NOVELTIES
THE LITTLE MERMAID By Robert Sabuda Imprint: Little Simon The innovative Robert Sabuda is certain to captivate audiences of all ages with his latest pop-up masterpiece, The Little Mermaid! The world under the sea comes to life in this pop-up adaptation of a beloved fairy tale. With artful renditions of an underwater world as well as a beautiful mermaid, this three-dimensional retelling of a children’s classic is sure to become a favorite in every family’s library. Publication Date: October 2012 Ages: 3 up Page Extent: 14 pp SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING
4 PEEPO! BOO! WHO ARE YOU? By Helen Hurry Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK A charming touch-and-feel novelty book with a noisy cover. Follow one cheeky little monkey as he makes lots of safari friends in this irresistible novelty book. With touch-and-feel pages and flaps to lift, this is a book to delight the youngest child, and a perfect gift. Publication Date: September 2013 Ages: 3 up Page Extent: 12 pp RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2009 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS
TYRANNOSAURUS ROCKS! By Jonathan Emmett Illustrated by Ed Eaves Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK A fabulous pop-up book of dynamic dinosaurs. See five dreaming dinosaurs transform into seriously cool characters before your eyes. There are rock stars, secret agents, and football heroes, to name just a few. With bold moving pop-ups, this book is sure to be a hit with all dinosaur fans. Publication Date: November 2011 Ages: 3 up Page Extent: 16 pp
5 SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING NOVELTIES 6 vehicle apop-up with pp 32 Extent: Page Ages: 2013 2012/January October Date: Publication with. play to vehicle pop-up afree with complete comes book Each trophy? the win to cyberspacecabs and buggies, moon martian trucks, Way monster Milky the beat they Will car. rocket their in race intergalactic an join to off zoom Riley, dog, his and Jack story, first the In adventures. fun for worlds magical to him transport machines mega Jack’s motorbikes, monster and engines fire fighting dragon- to cars racing rocket and diggers dinosaur From boys. for Ponies Evie’s Princess of success phenomenal the Following machines! mega his and Jack Meet UK &Schuster Simon Imprint: Byrne Mike by Illustrated Ritchie Alison By THE DINOSAUR DIGGER CAR RACING ROCKET THE JACK’S MEGA MACHINES: 3 up comes a loud, high-energy, new adventure series series adventure new high-energy, aloud, comes
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to theto collection. Thisamazing series With 200,000 copies over of the goes from strength strength.to sticker, and activitysticker, books, along picture books sold in the plus UK with new story adventures add to the launchof a series of colouring, eight will foreign see editions, 2012 3 up INDIGO THE MAGIC RAINBOW PONY By Sarah KilBride Illustrated Tilley Sophie by Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK Another sparkly adventure for Princess Evie and her magic ponies. This time Indigo the Magic Rainbow Pony takes Evie to the end of the rainbow, where she helps to bring colour back to a dreary, drab garden. Complete with a free pop-up pony. Publication Date: March 2012 Ages: Page Extent: 32 pp with a pop-up pony SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING NOVELTIES 8 12 pp with pop-up 12 with pp Extent: Page Ages: 2012 October Date: Publication books. carousel Fairy My bestselling the of creator the from story, spooky and pieces press-out with house, monster pop-up crafted A beautifully everywhere! out popping monsters are There cupboards. hidden inside peek and corridors, creepy along tiptoe friends, their all Meet House. Monster at noises creaky strange the investigate they as twins, monster the Mulch, and Milch Join frights! creepy of full house monster pop-up A spooky UK &Schuster Simon Imprint: by Sarah Horne Illustrated Bateson Maggie by Engineering Paper and Concept MONSTER HOUSE 3 up LITTLE COLOR FAIRIES Written and illustrated by Mara Van Fleet Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books Come to the Royal Rainbow Ball with the Little Color Fairies! Lots of fun, color, and sparkles can be found in this touch-and-feel novelty book. Publication Date: January 2012 Ages: 3 up Page Extent: 16 pp RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS THREE LITTLE MERMAIDS 2009 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS Written and illustrated by Mara Van Fleet Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books Have a tea party undersea and practice counting with Three Little Mermaids, this sparkling touch-and-feel and pull-tab book by Mara Van Fleet. Mermaids, lots of counting, and a sparkly tea party—all in a preschool-perfect novelty format. Irresistible! Publication Date: January 2011 Ages: 3 up Page Extent: 16 pp
LILY LANE PET PARLOUR By Francesca Stitch Illustrated by Kim Martin Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK A delightful play pack, complete with a 24-page book and over 50 pop-up and press-out pieces. It’s the day of the Lily Lane ‘Best Pet Parade’ and Lily Lane Pet Parlour has never been busier. From pampered pooches to coiffed kittens, all the pets are getting the star treatment. Little ones will love this new addition to the Lily Lane series, which sits alongside Lily Lane Café to create a magical 3-D world. Publication Date: October 2011 Ages: 3 up Page Extent: 24 pp (book) with pop-up world 9 Three million copies sold! NOVELTIES New York Times Bestsellers
MOO Written and illustrated by Matthew Van Fleet Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books The bestselling creator Matthew Van Fleet delivers an interactive barnyard bonanza that introduces toddlers to the HEADS lifestyles and distinctive voices of seven barnyard species: By Matthew Van Fleet sheep, chickens, pigs, horses, cows, ducks, and goats. With five Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books textures, four flaps, three pull-tabs, two pop-ups, and a push- The New York Times bestselling companion to the button quacker, interactive surprises abound on every spread. two-million-copy megahit Tails! Toddlers will delight in identifying and imitating each critter. And the sharpest-eyed will spot a tiny unnamed resident that From the beloved author Matthew Van Fleet comes Heads, a appears throughout. companion to the bestselling Tails that will dazzle and delight. Never has such a collection of animal heads—woolly, bumpy, Publication Date: August 2011 and hairy—been so much fun! Ages: 3 up Page Extent: 18 pp Publication Date: August 2010 Ages: 3 up Page Extent: 18 pp SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING
10 MY LITTLE BLUE ROBOT Written and illustrated by Stephen T. Johnson Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books A sturdy reissue of Stephen T. Johnson’s My Little Blue Robot puts the fun of building and the joy of making a friend into one book. My Little Blue Robot features sturdy, ultrathick cardboard pages from which kids can follow simple step-by-step instructions to build a robot friend using slots and tabs—no glue needed! Publication Date: September 2011 Ages: 4–8 Page Extent: 14 pp RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS MY LITTLE YELLOW TAXI 2009 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS Written and illustrated by Stephen T. Johnson Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books With sixteen interactive features at their fingertips, eager young drivers will learn just what it takes to get their taxi ready to roll: the mirror needs to be adjusted, the oil needs to be checked, the engine needs to be started . . . and there’s lots more to do! As an added bonus, a clock on each page counts down the minutes, introducing the concept of telling time. Publication Date: September 2011 Ages: 4–8 Page Extent: 14 pp
MY LITTLE PINK PRINCESS PURSE Written and illustrated by Stephen T. Johnson Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books You are invited to the Prince’s Springtime Ball and this charming novelty book has just what you need to be a true royal princess. With six lift-up tabs, an erasable writing slab, a quill pen, a handheld mirror, an elegant fan, four perfumes, rose-colored glasses, and a sapphire tiara, this book includes hours of dress-up fun for princesses everywhere.
MY LITTLE RED FIRE TRUCK Written and illustrated by Stephen T. Johnson Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books Firefighters in training can get their own fire trucks ready with this interactive multi-concept book. My Little Red Fire Truck gives practice telling time while its sturdy moving parts provide hours of fun—and allow readers to see how it would be to work on a real fire truck. Publication Date: My Little Pink Princess Purse, October 2010; My Little Red Fire Truck, September 2009 Ages: 4–8 Page Extent: 16 pp
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BARRY THE FISH WITH FINGERS TICKLE HIDE-AND-SEEK! By Sue Hendra Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK Tickle! Tickle! Here comes Barry! The hugely popular Barry the Fish with Fingers is back in this fun puppet book. Learn all about counting and colours in this exciting game of tickle hide-and-seek. Publication Date: April 2012 Ages: 3 up Page Extent: 16 pp
ALIENS LOVE UNDERPANTS SOUND BOOK By Claire Freedman Illustrated by Ben Cort Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK Everyone’s favourite aliens are back in this interactive sound book. With over 1.5 million copies of the original picture book series sold worldwide, this interactive sound book will be a surefire winner with all Aliens Love Underpants fans. Beep, ping, and zoom along with the aliens in this new noisy edition with ten interactive sound buttons that bring the story to life. Publication Date: October 2012 SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING Ages: 3 up Page Extent: 32 pp with sound panel
12 MY FIRST GYMNASTICS CLASS By Alyssa Satin Capucilli Photographs by Laura Hanifin Imprint: Little Simon Young readers can learn gymnastic basics in this interactive format featuring foldout pages and photos of beginning gymnasts! This paper-over-board book features bright photographs and illustrations. Each cardstock page folds out into a large page with tips to help prepare little gymnasts for their exciting first class. With this fourth title in Little Simon’s new My First series, aspiring gymnasts can practice wherever they go! Publication Date: May 2012 Ages: 3–5 RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS Page Extent: 14 pp 2009 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS
MY FIRST KARATE CLASS Young readers can learn karate basics in this interactive format featuring foldout pages and photos of beginning karate students! This paper-over-board book features bright photographs and illustrations of multicultural children practicing karate basics. Each cardstock page folds out into a large page with tips to help prepare beginning karate students for that exciting first class. Publication Date: April 2012 Ages: 3–5 Page Extent: 14 pp
MY FIRST SOCCER GAME Boys and girls can learn soccer basics in this interactive format featuring foldout pages and photos of kids playing soccer! Thanks to this second interactive book in Little Simon’s new My First series, aspiring soccer stars can practice wherever they go! Publication Date: August 2011 Ages: 3–5 Page Extent: 14 pp
MY FIRST BALLET CLASS Girly girls can practice for their first day of ballet class in this interactive format featuring foldout pages and photos of ballerinas! This paper-over-board book features bright photographs and large foldout panels feature detailed step-by-step instructions for each ballet position. Aspiring ballerinas can practice their dance steps wherever they go! Publication Date: April 2011 Ages: 3–5 Page Extent: 14 pp 13 NOVELTIES
BABY LOVES SUMMER! By Karen Katz Imprint: Little Simon A brand-new book from Karen Katz focusing on all the seasonal treats of summertime! Little ones will love lifting the large, sturdy flaps in this book to reveal a big yellow sun, flip-flops, an ice-cream cone, and everything else that Baby loves about summer! The sturdy format and easy-to-lift flaps are perfect for parents and children to share. Publication Date: May 2012 Ages: 3 up Page Extent: 14 pp
JON SCIESZKA’S TRUCKTOWN SERIES By Jon Scieszka Illustrated by the Design Garage Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers/Simon Spotlight Honk your horns and drive right into Jon Scieszka’s Trucktown! Meet Jack Truck and all of his friends: Dump Truck Dan, Gabriella Garbage Truck, Cement Mixer Melvin, Izzy Ice Cream Truck, Monster Truck Max, and so many more! Check out all of their adventures in this series, which comes in more shapes, sizes, and formats than you can shake a bumper at. This rough and tumble, high-octane, boisterous series by the king of funny, Jon Scieszka, will have kids laughing out loud and enjoying trips in
SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING Trucktown with their favorite cars.
14 RIGHTSRIGHTS GUIDEGUIDE FRANKFURTFRANKFURT 20092011 15 NOVELTY LICENCES sold copies 200,000 200,000 Board book, paperback is a show where the ordinary meets the extraordinary. and hardbackand illustrated, boxed set, sticker book, sound book OLIVIA Olivia brilliantly bestselling books award-winning, the on Based written and illustrated by Ian Falconer, the OLIVIA TV series appeals to both preschoolers and parents alike. OLIVIA™ SLP. © 2011 and © Ian Falconer. Chorion holder: Licence Formats: follows a team of adventure heroes who dive right into action Board book, paperback and hardback illustrated, boxed set, sticker book,
activity book, carousel novelty, multi sound book and more! Formats: Formats: Licence holder: Chorion holder: Licence ready to embark on an exciting new mission! OCTONAUTS™ CRL. 2011 © Barnacles, closely flanked by Kwazii and Peso, the Octonauts are always Octonauts Octonauts whenever there is trouble under the sea. Under the leadership of Captain OCTONAUTS Picture Books Jazz Age Josephine, PAGE 24 THE WORST PRINCESS By Anna Kemp Illustrated by Sara Ogilvie Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK From the bestselling team behind Dogs Don’t Do Ballet and Rhinos Don’t Eat Pancakes. Once upon a time in a tower near you. Lived a sad princess; the Princess Sue. “Some day,” she sighed, “my prince will come, But I wish he’d move his royal bum.” Yet when Sue’s prince finally arrives, he’s not exactly what she had in mind. Find out how this feisty princess escapes the clutches of her twit of a prince in this funny twist on the traditional princess tale. Publication Date: May 2012 Page Extent: 32 pp 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS
THE YOGA OGRE By Peter Bently Illustrated by Simon Rickerty Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK Finding the perfect sport for a big bumbling ogre isn’t quite as simple as it may seem. When Ogden’s pyjamas feel a bit tight he decides to take up sport. But after causing disasters everywhere, Ogden thinks gentle, relaxing yoga will be the answer. What harm could he cause doing that . . . ? Publication Date: June 2012 Page Extent: 32 pp
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Page Extent: 32 pp Extent: Page September 2012 Date: Publication youngsters. dino-crazy all for book perfect The beasts. roaring these about know to need you everything covers book this illustrations, detailed with bursting and facts dino- interesting of full Crammed race? arunning in one beat could you whether even or breakfast, for had they what were, really dinosaurs colour what wondered ever you Have Works Really Santa How of creator the from dinosaurs of book must-have The UK &Schuster Simon Imprint: Snow Alan By REALLY WORK DINOSAURS HOW . MONSTERSAURUS By Claire Freedman Illustrated by Ben Cort Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK He’s big! He’s hairy! But, is he scary? Meet Monstersaurus, a fabulous new character from the creators of the phenomenally successful Aliens Love Underpants series (over 1.5 million copies sold worldwide). Monty loves inventing, but his inventions don’t always work. One day he finds a book on how to create very rare inventions . . . read it if you dare! Publication Date: October 2011 Page Extent: 32 pp RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS
JUMP ON BOARD THE ANIMAL TRAIN! By Lynne Moore and Naomi Kefford Illustrated by Benji Davies Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK A split-page novelty book with lots of animal surprises! Kids will love finding the animal clues and turning the split-pages to meet new friends in this click-clacking, pad-padding, swish-swashing journey to meet the train. Jump on board! Publication Date: February 2012 Page Extent: 24 pp with gatefolds
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WELCOME TO ALIEN SCHOOL By Caryl Hart Illustrated by Ed Eaves Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK From the creators of the bestselling Supermarket Zoo and How to Grow a Dinosaur. Albie’s off on another crazy adventure—this time to outer space! Before he knows it, Albie is at Alien School. There are aliens everywhere, space-ghetti for lunch, space scooters to ride, and a teacher with six arms! School has never been so much fun. Publication Date: April 2012 Page Extent: 32 pp
KEITH THE CAT WITH THE MAGIC HAT By Sue Hendra Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK From the creator of the bestselling Barry the Fish with Fingers and Norman the Slug
SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING with a Silly Shell. Say hello to Keith. Keith is not your average cat. Keith is a cat with magical powers—or at least a magic hat. But when, one day, Keith loses his magic hat, he discovers that magic is still possible. A fabulous feel-good story with another endearingly crazy character from Sue Hendra. Publication Date: August 2012 Page Extent: 32 pp
20 SNUG AS A BUG By Tamsyn Murray Illustrated by Judi Abbot Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK Would you like to be as snug as a bug rolled up in a rug? Or would you like to be like two cosy bats in thick woolly hats or as hot as three pigs in big purple wigs? George has to decide for himself on a day out at the park with Mum. A funny book of crazy combinations that is guaranteed to make kids laugh. Publication Date: February 2013 Page Extent: 32 pp RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS
SOMETHING MAGIC IN THE NIGHT By Dyan Sheldon Illustrated by Rosie Reeve Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK Delight in the magic and wonder of Christmas. It’s Christmas Eve! With magical, atmospheric illustrations, this book captures the wonderment of Christmas. Follow Dottie-small as she discovers the magic of Christmas in this timeless, enchanting picture book. Publication Date: October 2012 Page Extent: 32 pp
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THE DIABOLICAL MR TIDDLES By Tom McLaughlin Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK Meet Mr Tiddles—he’s not your everyday cat. He’s a cat with attitude! When Harry finally gets a cat of his own, he does everything he can to make Mr Tiddles happy. Mr Tiddles wants Harry to be happy too, so he starts to bring him presents—the odd expired mouse or two—but when Harry wakes up to find a train set, robots, and a horse named Alan in his bedroom, he realizes things are completely out of control! This is a madcap, laugh-out-loud story with a heartwarming message about friendship. Publication Date: January 2012 Page Extent: 32 pp
HOOTENANNY! A FESTIVE COUNTING BOOK By Kimberly Ainsworth Illustrated by Jo Brown Imprint: Little Simon SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING Five jazzy owls are working their way to the top of the Old Oak Tree for a party in this playful counting book that’s perfect for reading aloud! Now 2 owls are ready to play. Hippity-hop, bip-bop, jive and sway! In this jazzy picture book, a hilarious cast of owls are working their way from the bottom to the top of the Old Oak Tree for a party on a Saturday night. Along the way these owls sing, boogie, and even choose dapper duds for their special affair. At last, they all “hoot and holler” at the hootenanny! Publication Date: August 2011 Page Extent: 32 pp
22 TEN LITTLE CATERPILLARS By Bill Martin Jr Illustrated by Lois Elhert Imprint: Beach Lane Books Ten little caterpillars are out and about in our big, wide world—come join them! You never know what you might find . . . a butterfly, perhaps? Bill Martin Jr and Lois Ehlert first collaborated on Chicka Chicka Boom Boom almost twenty-two years ago. Now they are together again in this dynamic and visually stunning counting-and-natural-history picture book that’s just perfect for reading aloud—and comes complete with a glossary filled with intriguing information about all of the caterpillar stars! H“A graphically sumptuous book.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review H“Move over, very hungry caterpillar—ten little caterpillars have arrived.” RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS —Kirkus Reviews, starred review Publication Date: August 2011 Page Extent: 40 pp
NO TWO ALIKE by Keith Baker Imprint: Beach Lane Books No two snowflakes are alike, almost, almost . . . but not quite. Follow a pair of birds on a snowflake-filled journey though a gorgeous winter landscape to explore how everything everywhere is wonderfully unique—from branches and leaves to forests and trees to friends and loved ones. Publication Date: November 2011 Page Extent: 40 pp
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TWO LITTLE MONKEYS By Mem Fox Illustrated by Jill Barton Imprint: Beach Lane Books Two little monkeys playing near a tree, One named Cheeky, and one named Chee. Look out, Cheeky! Look out, Chee! Someone’s prowling—who could it be? Can two clever monkeys outwit a hungry creature who’s on the prowl for a tasty lunch? And just who is this hungry prowler? From bestselling picture book giants Mem Fox and Jill Barton, here is a delightfully scary rhyming story that has a happy— and cozy—ending. Publication Date: May 2012 Page Extent: 32 pp
JAZZ AGE JOSEPHINE By Jonah Winter Illustrated by Marjorie Priceman Imprint: Atheneum Books for Young Readers Dancer, singer—who’s that, who? Why, that’s MISS Josephine Baker, to you! From bestselling children’s biographer Jonah Winter and two-time Caldecott Honoree Marjorie Priceman comes a story of a woman who lived by her own rules and helped to shake up the status quo with a pet leopard (to walk down the streets of Paris), costumes that drew all eyes, and a you-can’t-tell-me-no attitude that made her famous. Publication Date: January 2012 Page Extent: 40 pp
ONE STARRY NIGHT By Lauren Thompson
SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING Illustrated by Jonathan Bean Imprint: Margaret K. McElderry Books A touching Christmas story that tenderly introduces the Nativity to young readers. One starry night, little ones everywhere are watched over with love. Most special of all, Mary and Joseph welcome their newborn babe. The artisan illustrations and lyrical text of this simple yet profound picture book from bestselling author Lauren Thompson capture the universal nighttime vigil of parents while gently introducing the Nativity. Publication Date: October 2011 Page Extent: 32 pp
24 ONE MOON, TWO CATS By Laura Godwin Illustrated by Yoko Tanaka Imprint: Atheneum Books for Young Readers One moon. Two cats are not asleep. Across a great distance, but under the light of the same moon, a city cat and a country cat pounce and play, crouch and leap in a rollicking nighttime adventure. When morning comes, they are both back in their respective homes and, finally, turn in to sleep. Publication Date: August 2011 Page Extent: 32 pp RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS
I’LL SAVE YOU BOBO! By Eileen Rosenthal Illustrated by Marc Rosenthal Imprint: Atheneum Books for Young Readers I MUST have more Bobo! The very popular sock monkey returns for a second story. Willy wants to write a storybook starring Bobo—and act out revenge fantasies on Earl— but Earl keeps wrecking the story (hence the desire to act out revenge fantasies!). Quit it, Earl, and stop stealing Bobo. But sometimes it only takes a small thing to realize that even sworn enemies have something in common. Publication Date: April 2012 Page Extent: 40 pp
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BEAR’S LOOSE TOOTH By Karma Wilson Illustrated by Jane Chapman Imprint: Margaret K. McElderry Books In the first new Bear book in three years, Bear’s friends help him with his first loose tooth! Bear and his friends are munching on their lunch, when all of a sudden Bear feels something wiggling and wobbling in his mouth. Oh, no! What can it be? It’s Bear’s first loose tooth! Bear’s friends ease his concerns about his wiggly, wobbly tooth and help him understand that losing a baby tooth is perfectly natural. This funny and reassuring story will delight anyone who’s ever had a loose tooth. Publication Date: August 2011 Page Extent: 40 pp
UTTERLY OTTERLY NIGHT By Mary Casanova Illustrated by Ard Hoyt Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Little Otter had his adventure-filled day! Now what will he do when the sun sets? The follow-up to the adorable Utterly Otterly Day! Time to nap, Mama says. But Little Otter doesn’t want to nap. Rustling leaves call to him. Sweet, spicy air beckons. The moon is huge and golden as Owl’s eyes. While his family naps, Little Otter sets off for some fun. But Great Gray Owl, Lynx, and a One- Eyed Monster (freight train) make Little Otter’s adventure a series of dizzying close
SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING calls. When he returns to his den, Little Otter’s family is ready to play—but now Little Otter is eager to nap. Publication Date: November 2011 Page Extent: 40 pp
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BROWNIE & PEARL HIT THE HAY By Cynthia Rylant Illustrated by Brian Biggs Imprint: Beach Lane Books Brownie and Pearl are ready to hit the hay. First they have a snack and brush their teeth. Next they pull on pajamas. (Well, Brownie pulls on pajamas.) Then they both snuggle into bed for a story—a story starring a cat, of course—until it’s time for lights-out. Sleep tight, little ones! Publication Date: September 2011 Page Extent: 24 pp RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS
HAND BOOK By Jeff Newman Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Simple text and illustrations done in thick black lines with spots of vibrant color accentuate the moments of life that originate with the hands.
Start with the clap of a baby’s chubby new hands, then wave good-bye as the first trip on the school bus is made. Toss your cap in the air as you celebrate the success of graduating from college, then shake hands with someone new. Find the hand to hold forever and watch the cycle start anew. Publication Date: August 2011 Page Extent: 40 pp
27 SIMON & SCHUSTER CLASSICS THIS IS . . . By M. Sasek Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers If you can’t make it to the Eiffel Tower in person, this is the next best thing! In this charming series, M. Sasek brings to life some of the most exciting places in the world, with fun and engaging illustrations sure to delight children and adults alike. Each book focuses on a different place, highlighting the landmarks and quirks each place is known for. First published between 1959 and 1970, these enchanting books still capture both the essence of the places and the heart of the reader.
THIS IS LONDON THIS IS NEW YORK Publication Date: December 1959 Publication Date: January 1970 Page Extent: 64 pp Page Extent: 64 pp
THIS IS ROME THIS IS VENICE Publication Date: June 1960 Publication Date: October 1961 Page Extent: 64 pp Page Extent: 64 pp
THIS IS PARIS THIS IS GREECE Publication Date: April 1961 Publication Date: May 1966 Page Extent: 64 pp Page Extent: 64 pp SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING OLIVIA By Ian Falconer Imprint: Atheneum Books for Young Readers Have fun with Olivia . . . Dressing up, singing songs, building sand castles, napping (maybe), dancing, painting on walls, and—whew!—going to sleep at last. Since her debut in 2000, Olivia, the little pig who is very good at wearing people out, has become an internationally bestselling phenomenon. Publication Date: October 2000 Page Extent: 40 pp 28 SIMON & SCHUSTER BESTSELLERS 2010/2011
BARRY THE FISH NORMAN THE SLUG ALIENS LOVE PANTA CLAUS WITH FINGERS WITH A SILLY SHELL By Claire Freedman RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS by Sue Hendra by Sue Hendra Illustrated by Ben Cort Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK Over 100,000 copies sold in the UK. 100,000 copies sold in the UK. 1.5 million copies sold in the UK plus 19 foreign editions. Prepare to be amazed when you meet Kids will laugh out loud at Norman’s crazy Barry. He’s not just any old fish—he’s a antics as he goes to hilarious lengths Following up on the runaway success of fish with fingers! to find a shell of his own. But will he be Aliens Love Underpants, Dinosaurs Love satisfied once he finds one, or will his Underpants, and Aliens in Underpants dreams get bigger and bigger and bigger? Save the World, this Christmas-tastic title in the bestselling Underpants series has sold over 140,000 copies in the UK!
THE PERFECT HUG DOGS DON’T DO BALLET MILLICENT AND MEER By Joanna Walsh by Anna Kemp by Richard Byrne Illustrated by Judi Abbot Illustrated by Sara Ogilvie Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK 25,000 copies sold in the UK. 30,000 copies sold in the UK. 40,000 copies sold in the UK plus 13 A fabulously funny book about the foreign editions. This fabulous feel-good picture book friendship between a feisty little girl and a is simply bursting with the cuddliest, The hilarious story of a small dog with a sparky, adorable little meerkat. snuggliest, most perfect hugs. Dive in big personality and even bigger dreams! and grab a hug for yourself! An adorable companion to The Biggest Kiss. 29 NONFICTION
M.O.M. (MOM OPERATING MANUAL) By Doreen Cronin Illustrated by Laura Cornell Imprint: Atheneum Books for Young Readers Bestselling picture book rock stars Doreen and Laura team up to provide kids (and their dads) with the ultimate guide: How to handle Mom! Based on “years of research, observation, and time-outs,” this hilarious look at modern motherhood allows families to ensure years of optimal performance from their mothers. A mom’s make and model will vary by family, but the simple fact remains: Take care of Mom . . . and she’ll take care of you. Publication Date: October 2011 Page Extent: 56 pp
DINOTHESAURUS: PREHISTORIC POEMS AND PAINTINGS By Douglas Florian Imprint: Beach Lane Books This book is full of dinosaurs, Both carnivores and herbivores . . . Dinothesaurus is a Bank Street College of Education Best Children’s Book of the Year, a CCBC Choice, and an NCTE Notable Children’s Book in the Language Arts. Publication Date: March 2009 Page Extent: 56 pp
DINOSAUR DISCOVERY: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO BE A PALEONTOLOGIST By Chris McGowan Illustrated by Erica Lyn Schmidt SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers What do dinosaurs look like from the inside out? Take a journey with renowned paleontologist Chris McGowan as he examines species from Allosaurus to T. Rex! With more than twenty-five hands-on experiments, Dinosaur Discovery will help you uncover how dinosaurs lived millions of years ago. You’ll be a paleontologist in no time! Publication Date: June 2011 Page Extent: 48 pp
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A Hero for Wondla, PAGE 35 Easy-to-read language and illustrations on US FICTION almost every page make these two new chapter book series perfect for beginning readers! CAPTAIN AWESOME By Stan Kirby Illustrated by George O’Connor Imprint: Little Simon Second grader Eugene McGillicudy loves comic books and superheroes so much that he invents his very own superhero alter ego named Captain Awesome! MI-TEE!
#1 CAPTAIN AWESOME TO THE RESCUE! When the McGillicudy family relocates to a new town called Sunnyview, silly second grader Eugene starts a new school, finds a best friend, AND even finds time to defend his toys from his two-year-old little sister, Molly! Lucky for Ms. Beasley’s class, Captain Awesome is there to save the day!
#2 CAPTAIN AWESOME VS. NACHO CHEESE MAN Eugene McGillicudy and Charlie Thomas Jones are best friends. They are also supersecret superheroes—Captain Awesome AND Nacho Cheese Man! But when Eugene and Charlie get into a fight, Captain Awesome is forced to wonder: Could Nacho Cheese Man actually be a BAD guy? Along the way, Eugene learns an important lesson about friendship and what it really means to be a superhero. Publication Date: #1 and #2: April 2012 Ages: 5–7 Page Extent: 128 pp
HEIDI HECKELBECK By Wanda Coven Illustrated by Priscilla Burris Imprint: Little Simon Meet Heidi Heckelbeck. Heidi seems like any other eight-year-old. She eats peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for lunch. She hates all vegetables. She picks on her younger brother, Henry. She begrudgingly does her homework. But Heidi has a secret. She’s a witch in disguise.
#1 HEIDI HECKELBECK HAS A SECRET In this book Heidi Heckelbeck goes to school for the very first time. When meanie Melanie Maplethorpe turns her day into a nightmare, Heidi tells her parents that she wants to stay home SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING and be her “real” self. Heidi then goes to her room and opens a special keepsake box that contains a medallion and her Book of Spells. As she flips through the book, Heidi lands on a page that will help her get back at Melanie!
#2 HEIDI HECKELBECK CASTS A SPELL Thanks to meanie Melanie Maplethorpe, Heidi is cast as a scary tree in the school play, The Wizard of Oz. Heidi decides to get even with Melanie by casting a spell on her. The result of the spell? Melanie—who has the lead role as Dorothy—will forget her lines. As the day of the play nears, Heidi carefully collects all the ingredients she needs. But when she casts her spell, will Heidi’s revenge be as sweet as she thinks? Publication Date: #1 and #2: January 2012 Ages: 5–7 32 Page Extent: 128 pp RIGHTSRIGHTS GUIDEGUIDE FRANKFURTFRANKFURT 20092011 .
, and Calls Santa stole my son! The Dinosaur Bob Dinosaur , . He is currently codirecting the Nicholas St. North and the Battle of “ King Nightmare the book came into our house, and the boy he Eventually hours. for disappeared, returned, but it seems that his imagination never came all the way back. A part of him will always remain tangled in the deep, dark, dazzling, insouciant mythology of this latest and most wonderful of William Joyce’s worlds.”—Michael Chabon, Pulitzer Prize–winning author Amazing of The Adventures of Kavalier & Clay And the first Guardians chapter book NORTH NICHOLAS ST. AND THE OF BATTLE THE KINGNIGHTMARE , and A Bug’s Life Publishers Weekly ’s picture’s books include George Shrinks 7–11 “Joyce’s concoction, “Joyce’s the inaugural He’s won three Emmy awards for his Rolie Polie Olie animated series and has developed character concepts for Toy Story animated release of Rise of the Guardians (Fall 2012). Publication Date: February 2012 Ages: Page Extent: 160 pp fabulous“A recapturing of an old, real fairy-tale world. Dark. Mysterious. Stunning!” —Maurice Sendak, Caldecott-winning creator of Where the Wild Things Are “William Joyce, to put it simply, is a genius, and we are lucky to have another book from —Brian him.” Selznick, author/illustrator of the Caldecott-winning The Invention of Cabret Hugo Don’t miss the first Guardians of pictureChildhood book THE MAN IN THE MOON H THE GUARDIANS: E. ASTER BUNNYMUND AND THE BATTLE BATTLE THE AND BUNNYMUND ASTER E. GUARDIANS: THE OFTHE WARRIOR THE EARTH’S EGGS AT CORE Written and illustrated by William Joyce Imprint: Atheneum Books for Young Readers Forget the bunny trail. E. Aster Bunnymund is on the warpath. In this second chapter book in William Joyce’s The Guardians series, sometimes you have to crack a few eggs. Pitch, the Nightmare King, and his Fearlings had been soundly driven back by Nicholas St. North and company in the first Guardians adventure. But now Pitch has disappeared completely—and out of sight does NOT make for out of mind. It seems certain that he’s plotting a particularly nefarious revenge, and the Guardians suspect he might have gone underground. But how canthey find him there? Enter E. Aster Bunnymund, the philosophical of league Pookas—the the emissary brotherhood fabled of the only of warrior rabbits of imposing intellect and size. Highly skilled in martialarts, Bunnymund is brilliant, logical, and a tunnel-digger extraordinaire. If the Guardians need paths near the earth’s core, he’s their Pooka. He’s also armed with magnificent weapons of an oval sort, and he might just be able to help them in their quest for the second piece of the Moonclipper. This second book in The Guardians series is about much more than fixing a few rotten eggs—it brings the Guardians one step closer to defeating Pitch! JOYCE WILLIAM starred review offering in the Guardians of Childhood series (with films and twelve books to follow), is a rich, cinematic brew of steampunk fancies. Joyce combines cloistered themes—a fairyland elemental secret good powers, mysterious heir, deeds—into a tale that’s warm and fuzzy, inventive dazzlingly and swashbuckling, all at the same time.”— Not final cover US FICTION
ABOUT AVERAGE By Andrew Clements Imprint: Atheneum Books for Young Readers The bestselling author of Frindle tells the not-so-average story of a VERY average girl. Jordan Johnson feels doomed to a life of being average. So she makes a goal: By the end of the year, she will discover her great talent in life. By the end of the year, she will no longer be ordinary. She will find a way to become extraordinary, and everyone will know about it! Publication Date: July 2012 Ages: 8–12 Page Extent: 192 pp RIGHTS SOLD FOR REPORT CARD: Catalan, Chinese, German, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, and Turkish
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BROTHER FROM A BOX By Evan Kuhlman Imprint: Atheneum Books for Young Readers One New Brother: Some Assembly Required. In this zany, action-packed story with spies and skateboards and, yes, ROBOTS, acclaimed author Evan Kuhlman gets to the heart (and motherboard) of one of the most special relationships known to man (or robot): BROTHERHOOD.
SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING Publication Date: May 2012 Ages: 9–12 Page Extent: 304 pp RIGHTS SOLD: German
From the author of The Last Invisible Boy, a Deutscher 34 Jugendliteraturpreis nominee A HERO FOR WONDLA By Tony DiTerlizzi Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers “An irresistible adventure. I can’t wait to read the rest of the series!” —Rick Riordan, author of the Percy Jackson & the Olympians series Finally, Eva Nine has gotten what she has always wanted: other humans. Eva is certain that the human city, New Attica, will be the perfect start to her new life with her good friend, the Caerulean alien named Rovender Kitt—especially after the tragic loss of her robot caretaker, Muthr. However, like many things on planet Orbona, appearances can be deceiving. New Attica is full of surprises, including a relative Eva Nine didn’t know existed. And she uncovers the answers to her questions about the Sanctuaries and the HRP, as well as the history of her planet’s past. But just as all these answers are revealed, new questions RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS
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THE UNWANTEDS By Lisa McMann Imprint: Aladdin A middle-grade fantasy debut from the New York Times bestselling author of Wake, Fade, and Gone. In the land of Quill, children at the age of thirteen are divided into three categories— Wanteds, Necessaries, and Unwanteds. Alex tries his hardest to be stoic when his fate is announced as Unwanted, even while leaving behind his twin, Aaron, a Wanted. But when Alex arrives at a destination where he thinks he and the other Unwanted children will be eliminated, he discovers a stunning secret—behind the mirage of the “death farm” is a place called Artimé, led by a man named Mr. Today. Artimé is a special place full of art, music, theater, and magic, where each Unwanted child is taught to cultivate their creative abilities and learn how to use them magically. It’s a rare occurrence for twins to be separated between Wanted and Unwanted, and when a threat arises for the survival of Artimé, it will pit brother against brother in an ultimate, magical battle. “The Hunger Games meets Harry Potter.”—Kirkus Reviews Publication Date: August 2011 Ages: 8 –12 Page Extent: 400 pp RIGHTS SOLD: Portuguese (Brazil) 35 US FICTION
HOW TO BEAT THE BULLY WITHOUT REALLY TRYING By Scott Starkey Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books “Scott Starkey really understands kids, school, and the language of both.” —Jim Trelease, bestselling author
Rodney Rathbone is a self-admitted coward. Things scare him, he can’t help it. So when he moves to a new town and the bully comes after him, he looks for a way out. But one day, a baseball from nowhere knocks out the bully just as he is about to do Rodney in. Now how does a mild-mannered boy named Rodney Rathbone live up to that reputation and make friends—real friends—along the way? Publication Date: January 2012 Ages: 8–12 Page Extent: 272 pp
THE NEIL FLAMBÉ CAPERS By Kevin Sylvester Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers “Good fun.”—Celebrity Chef Gordon Ramsey “A great book-club choice.” —School Library Journal “Recommended—‘Easily as entertaining as Ratatouille.’”—Canadian Living Restaurant owner Neil Flambé is renowned throughout the world for his culinary expertise. He is also only thirteen years old—and a detective in his spare time. His key to success at such a young age is his not-so-secret weapon: a supersensitive nose. Neil might be smug, but he’s got the nose to back it up. Lately, though, much of the local crime has been personal. In Neil Flambé and the Marco Polo Murders, some of the best chefs in the world turn up dead—and Neil himself SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING becomes a prime suspect. Then, in Neil Flambé and the Aztec Abduction, Neil’s kind-of girlfriend Isabella is kidnapped, and he and his nose will have to work overtime to find her! And nothing he has faced so far can prepare him for what he uncovers about his own family history in Neil Flambé and the Crusader’s Curse. #1: NEIL FLAMBÉ AND THE MARCO POLO MURDERS #2: NEIL FLAMBÉ AND THE AZTEC ABDUCTION #3: NEIL FLAMBÉ AND THE CRUSADER’S CURSE Publication Date: #1 and #2: March 2012; #3: June 2012 Ages: 8–12 Page Extent: #1: 304 pp; #2: 320 pp; #3: 288 pp
36 THE HUNTER CHRONICLES: RETURN TO EXILE By E. J. Patten Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers If your destiny is to be a Monster Hunter, it doesn’t really matter if you believe in them or not. Skye’s favorite uncle, Phineas, has been telling him about monsters his entire life, but Skye never truly believed. He never thought the Arkron was real, or the Warago, or even the Edgewalkers. But when he and his family move back to Exile, where he was born, the monsters he thought were the stuff of stories begin attacking the people he loves. And when he realizes his uncle Phineas is missing, he knows he has to do something about it. Skye joins a ragtag group of Monster Hunters who have created uniforms, weapons, and everything else a twelve-year-old will need to fight what lies ahead. Publication Date: September 2011 RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS
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SPHDZ BOOK #4! By Jon Scieszka Illustrated by Shane Prigmore Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers The stunning, riveting, hilarious, and 100 percent fresh conclusion to the Spaceheadz saga! The SPHDZ accomplished their goal of 3.14 million and one SPHDZ. But the brainwave has been stolen and it’s up to Michael K., the SPHDZ, and some unlikely allies to get it back. Publication Date: August 2012 Ages: 7–10 Page Extent: 144 pp
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CANTERWOOD CREST #13: INITIATION #14: POPULAR #15: COMEBACK By Jessica Burkhart Imprint: Aladdin Welcome to Canterwood Crest Academy, an elite riding school where the best and the brightest take competition—and drama—to the next level. It’s a new era at the academy—Lauren Towers has taken the reins from Sasha Silver at the prestigious boarding school. In Initiation (#13), Lauren thinks she has the “new girl” code down, but no rules apply at this school. Lauren’s hiding a secret and at Canterwood nothing stays hidden. Popular (#14) is Lauren’s status, at last. She’s fitting in, dating a trés cute boy, and working hard. Maybe too hard . . . She’s preparing for her first show since the accident that nearly ended her riding career. Comeback (#15) tests Lauren in more ways than one. She must compete in a competition that will determine her future at Canterwood, and as if that weren’t enough, someone from Lauren’s past makes an extremely unexpected appearance. Publication Date: #13: January 2012; #14: May 2012; #15: August 2012 Ages: 9–13 Page Extent: 256 pp
LIBBY OF HIGH HOPES By Elise Primavera Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books
SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING A new series from New York Times bestselling author Elise Primavera—part friendship story, part horse story, and 100 percent perfect for tween readers. Ten-year-old Libby Thump loves two things: her dog, Margaret, and horses, but especially horses. She dreams them, draws them, and more than anything she wants to take lessons and learn to ride like a real horsewoman. But when her mother decides to give the lessons to her older sister instead to cure her boy-crazy phase, Libby is beside herself. Her mother wants Libby to be more girly, like Brittany. But Libby wants to be herself. Will she ever get a chance to ride? Publication Date: June 2012 Ages: 7–10 Page Extent: 176 pp
38 AMELIA’S BOY SURVIVAL GUIDE By Marissa Moss Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books Amelia can’t believe eighth grade is finally here! She knows this will be the most exciting year for her and her best friend, Carly. A lot of the girls are thinking one thing now: boys. Amelia has never wanted a boyfriend. Yuck. That is for the silly girls who are always fixing their hair and thinking about shopping and what to wear next. But when a nice boy named Gerald appears in her class, Amelia thinks she might like to ask him to go to the school dance with her. It would be fun to have someone to dance with, but will she work up the nerve to ask him? What if he says no? Is it worth the risk and the reward? Marissa Moss captures the ups-and-downs of middle school in the humorous and human way that has earned her millions of loyal readers around the world. Publication Date: March 2012 Ages: 9–13 RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS Page Extent: 80 pp 2009 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS
DAPHNE’S DIARY OF DAILY DISASTERS: THE FAKE FRIEND! By Marissa Moss Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books Daphne and Kaylee are best friends, but Daphne also wants to become friends with Imogen, the cool girl in their class. The trouble is, to be friends with Imogen, she’s going to have to get past Imogen’s best friend, Darla. Which means becoming fake friends with Darla. But when it comes to Daphne, things never go according to plan. Can she survive the Fake Friend Disaster and make a real friend in the process? “Light, quick, sure to be popular.”—Booklist “Entirely genuine.”—Publishers Weekly Publication Date: July 2012 Ages: 7–10 Page Extent: 96 pp
39 SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING FICTION US 40 Not final cover final Not #1: 176 pp; #2: 160 pp #1: 160 176 #2: pp; Extent: Page Ages: 2012 June Date: Publication this all around him follows who aspirit has he and life, real in cuter even he’s him: about things two realizes she time, first the for him meets Sara When boyfriend. first her be to going is who boy #1: 176 pp; #2: 160 pp #1: 160 176 #2: pp; Extent: Page Ages: 2012 July #2: and #1 Date: Publication something! alittle out figured has Know-It-All herself, doubt to starting was Sam when Just time. this ones mailbox—positive Know-It-All the flood E-mails bullying. on column advice terrific but agutsy writes Sam apart, falling of Instead mail! hate getting is It-All Know- now and well, so go didn’t that out turns it But out. aboy ask to writer the tells In day? one in BFF a and a crush lose you Can letter. the wrote Hailey out finds she snooping), alittle (and investigation reporter’s alittle Through up. shows Hailey friend best her is, Michael wherever that notice to by, starts go Sam days the As too! on acrush has friends best your of one who boy attention—a aboy’s get to how on advice for asking arrives, letter Know-It-All first her Then Lawrence. Michael crush her around nervous is Sam But In all? it know to have really you that mean Know-It-All the being does But column. Know-It-All” “Dear the write to School: Valley Cherry at assignment writing top the nailed just Martone Samantha Simon Spotlight Imprint: Wise Rachel By #2: SET THE RECORD STRAIGHT! IT! #1: ABOUT ALL READ DEAR KNOW-IT-ALL As all. after thing abad such wasn’t country the across moving Maybe Randazzo. her put so doing Will spirit? the help and aside fear her put Sara Can scared. she’s but help, to wants her. Sara from something wants desperately ghost her. One with communicate can they time, surrounded she is only not that discovers she home, new her Town Ghost normal be just to anything than more wants who girl a12-year-old Collins, Sara of story the tells Saranormal Simon Spotlight Imprint: PhoebeBy Rivers MEMORIES HAUNTED #2: #1: TOWN GHOST SARANORMAL Sam responds to a letter asking for advice about a crush and and acrush about advice for asking aletter to responds Sam Straight! Record the Set Samantha has been chosen as Know-It-All! At first she’s thrilled. thrilled. she’s first At Know-It-All! as chosen been has It! Samantha About All Read Haunted Memories Haunted complicated! 8–12 8–12 places Sara in a shore town during the summer. As Sara tries to settle into into settle to tries Sara As summer. the during town ashore in Sara places the time. Can Sara handle a spirit and aspirit handle Sara Can time. the in jeopardy? Meanwhile, Sara meets a great local girl named Lily Lily named girl local agreat meets Sara Meanwhile, jeopardy? in opens, Sara has her first psychic vision. It’s of Jayden Mendes, the the Mendes, Jayden of It’s vision. psychic first her has Sara opens, but fitting in is really hard when you can see ghosts. see can you when hard really is in fitting .but a boyfriend? First love isn’t usually usually isn’t love First aboyfriend? by ghosts, but for the first first the for but ghosts, by POOL GIRLS #1: DIVE IN!; #2: HEAT WAVE; #3: COOL DOWN By Cassie Waters Imprint: Simon Spotlight Pool Girls follows two tween “frenemies” as they navigate the drama, drama, and more drama that comes with spending the summer at the Riverside Swim Club. In Dive In! summer is almost here, and Grace Davis is having the best time at the swim club. There are adorable swim team boys to check out, and her troubled friendship with Christina Cooper to forget about. Grace can’t wait to spend the entire summer lounging poolside. But she doesn’t actually belong to RSC. With two weeks left in the school year, will Grace be able to earn enough money to join or will her summer be totally sunk? In Heat Wave, a star swimmer breaks her leg and Grace has to fill in. Meanwhile, Christina is trying everything to get her crush, Mike, to notice her. When Mike offers to RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS
help Grace practice, Christina sees the perfect opportunity for Grace to talk to Mike about 2009 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS her. But what happens when all signs point to the fact that Mike likes Grace? In Cool Down, the end of summer is just around the corner, and Nikki Angelo has returned from her summer vacation. It isn’t long before Christina and Nikki become super close. But when Nikki bends the rules, Christina gets into major trouble. Will Christina realize who her real friends are before it’s too late? Publication Date: #1: May 2012; #2: June 2012; #3: July 2012 Ages: 8–12 Page Extent: 160 pp Not final cover
YOU’RE INVITED TO A CUPCAKE DIARIES CREEPOVER #5: KATIE, BATTER UP! #5: THERE’S SOMETHING #6: MIA’S BAKER’S DOZEN OUT THERE By Coco Simon #6: BEST FRIENDS FOREVER Imprint: Simon Spotlight By P. J. Night In Katie, Batter Up! Katie makes the Imprint: Simon Spotlight softball team, but she gets nervous during games. In There’s Something Out There, Jenna Walker has always been fascinated by the In Mia’s Baker’s Dozen, Mia is getting used Marked Monster, but will she meet it face- to her new family now that her mom is Not final cover to-face? remarried. Everything is going well, except for Spanish class. In Best Friends Forever, Whitney loves her Publication Date: #5: December 2011; dolls, maybe a little too much. She’s also #6: February 2012 decided that she and Katie will be BFFs Ages: 8–12 forever, no matter what. Page Extent: 160 pp Publication Date: #5: December 2011; RIGHTS SOLD: UK #6: February 2012 Ages: 8–12 Page Extent: 160 pp RIGHTS SOLD: UK 41 Not final cover US FICTION
SIGNED BY ZELDA By Kate Feiffer Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books More than anything, Lucy wants to be the world’s most famous handwriting expert. “Graphology is just a fancy way to talk about the cool stuff in handwriting,” she tells her friend, Pigeon. “You can learn a lot about a person through how they write their I’s.” Lucy obsesses and dreams of solving only the cases the FBI can’t. But when her neighbor Zelda goes missing, Lucy gets her chance sooner than she ever thought. Pigeon is no ordinary bird; for one thing, she’s very opinionated, and for another thing, she can talk. So, in this missing person’s case, it is up to Pigeon to bring these three residents of the Loomis, a twelve-story apartment building on West 68th Street, together: Zelda in 8N, Nicky in 7D, and Lucy in 6D. Can Nicky and Lucy solve the case with the help of a talking Pigeon? Publication Date: May 2012 Ages: 8–12 Page Extent: 208 pp
THE SUMMER BEFORE BOYS By Nora Raleigh Baskin Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers When Julia’s mom is sent to serve in Iraq, Julia jumps at the chance to spend all summer with her friend Eliza and her parents. But for the first time in their friendship, Julia and her thoughts are traveling to a place that Eliza can’t follow, and Eliza discovers that it’s not any easier to be the one left behind. In her follow-up to the award-winning Anything But Typical, Nora Raleigh Baskin has written a powerful, touching portrayal of the bridge between girlhood and what comes after—a story about the summer that will change two best friends’ lives forever.
SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING “A vivid and moving story . . . I loved it.”—Rebecca Stead, Newbery Medal–winning author of When You Reach Me H “An extraordinary novel.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review Publication Date: May 2011 Ages: 9–12 Page Extent: 208 pp RIGHTS SOLD FOR ANYTHING BUT TYPICAL: German, Korean, Portuguese
42 WRECKED By Anna Davies Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Some things have to be seen to be believed. A debut YA novel about love and mermaids. Miranda has lived on Whym Island since the death of her parents. She has taken comfort in its seclusion and in the folklore that claims a mysterious sea witch controls the fate of all on the island and its surrounding waters. It’s easier to believe things are out of her control. But when a terrible boating accident takes the lives of several of her friends, Miranda is rescued by a mysterious boy who haunts her dreams. As the guilt of the accident consumes her, she finds refuge in her late-night swims until she meets Christian, a boy who seems so familiar but won’t tell her where he is from and why they can only meet at the beach. As Miranda falls for Christian and begins to put the accident behind her, she RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS
discovers there are secrets that Christian is keeping to protect her that may only end up 2009 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS bringing her nothing but harm. Publication Date: May 2012 Ages: 12 up Page Extent: 288 pp
SHADOWS CAST BY STARS By Catherine Knutsson Imprint: Atheneum Books for Young Readers A stunning, dystopian novel debut. Two hundred years in the plague-riddled future, aboriginal blood, which contains anti- plague antibodies, has become the most important commodity on earth, forcing sixteen- year-old Cass, who is a half-blood Métis, to flee the mainland ahead of the searchers for the protected territory, The Island. There she discovers her calling and her first love—and a spirit world that is very, very angry. Publication Date: June 2012 Ages: 12 up Page Extent: 320 pp
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THE UNBECOMING OF MARA DYER By Michelle Hodkin Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Mara Dyer doesn’t know if she is crazy or haunted—all she knows is that everyone around her is dying. Mara wakes up from a coma with no memory of the accident that caused the deaths of her best friend, boyfriend, and boyfriend’s sister. The doctors tell her parents that starting over in a new state, a new school, will be good for her, and to let the memories come back on their own. But Mara’s new start is anything but comforting when she sees the faces of her dead friends everywhere and her world starts to fall apart. She begins to see people’s deaths just before they happen—at least, she thinks. On top of that, the most beautiful boy she has ever seen can’t seem to leave her alone, but is his agenda more than he leads on? Publication Date: September 2011 Ages: 14 up Page Extent: 464 pp RIGHTS SOLD: Chinese (Complex), German, Italian, Portuguese (Brazil), Turkish
DEAD TO YOU By Lisa McMann Imprint: Simon Pulse The New York Times bestselling author of the Wake trilogy delivers a powerful psychological thriller with a shocking twist. Ethan was abducted from his front yard when he was just seven years old. Now, at sixteen, he has returned to his family. It’s a miracle. At first. Then the tensions start to build. His reintroduction to his old life isn’t going smoothly,
SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING and his family is being torn apart all over again. If only Ethan could remember something, anything, about his life before, he’d be able to put the pieces back together. But there’s something that’s keeping his memory blocked. Something unspeakable . . . Publication Date: February 2012 Ages: 14 up Page Extent: 256 pp
44 A BEAUTIFUL EVIL By Kelly Keaton Imprint: Simon Pulse In this sequel to Darkness Becomes Her, Ari has a power she can’t deny—and a destiny she’s determined to fight. When Ari first arrived in the dilapidated city of New 2, all she wanted was to figure out who she was. But what she discovered was beyond her worst nightmares. Ari is a descendant of Medusa and can already sense the evil growing inside her—a power the goddess Athena will stop at nothing to possess. Desperate to hold on to her humanity and protect her loved ones, Ari must fight back. But Athena’s playing mind games, not just with Ari but with those Ari cares about most. And Athena has a very special plan for the brooding and sexy Sebastian. Ari is determined to defeat Athena, but time is running out. With no other options, Ari must unleash the very thing she’s afraid of—herself. RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS ADVANCE PRAISE FOR A BEAUTIFUL EVIL: 2009 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS “If I could become a character in a fictional world, I would pick this one. Action and romance combine with good storytelling and an alluring world. More, please!” —Melissa Marr, bestselling author of the Wicked Lovely series
PRAISE FOR DARKNESS BECOMES HER: H “An immediately and consistently compelling tale of a near-future New Orleans.” —Booklist, starred review Publication Date: February 2012 Ages: 14 up Page Extent: 304 pp RIGHTS SOLD FOR DARKNESS BECOMES HER: German, French, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil), Portuguese (Portugal), Russian, Turkish
WHAT SHE LEFT BEHIND By Tracy Bilen Imprint: Simon Pulse This deliciously suspenseful debut novel will have readers on the edge of their seats. Sara and her mom have finally decided to escape Sara’s abusive father. But her mom doesn’t show up as they had planned. Sara’s distraught. Her father says her mom is on a business trip. Sara’s mother’s office thinks she’s on vacation. Knowing something has gone very, very wrong, Sara slowly begins to piece together the mystery of her mother’s disappearance, putting herself, her best friend, and her crush in danger. Where’s her mom? And will Sara find her before it’s too late for them both? Publication Date: May 2012 Ages: 14 up Page Extent: 256 pp 45 US FICTION
WILDEFIRE By Karsten Knight Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Ashline and her wild-child sister, Eve, never appeared too remarkable, besides being Polynesian in a white suburban town. When Eve kills a rival of Ashline’s over something completely petty, Ashline moves across the country to a remote private school hoping to put those terrible events behind her. But the start-over doesn’t go as smoothly as she had hoped. After a series of dangerous and mysterious occurrences, she is shocked to learn that she and four of her classmates are actually demigods. If that weren’t enough, she discovers there are two powerful organizations with two very different ideas on how gods should be using their powers. Publication Date: July 2011 Ages: 14 up Page Extent: 400 pp RIGHTS SOLD: German
UNRAVELING ISOBEL By Eileen Cook Imprint: Simon Pulse “Thrilling and creepy, supersexy, and so very hilarious.”—Lisa McMann, bestselling author of the Wake trilogy Isobel’s life is falling apart. Her mom just married some guy she met on the Internet only three months before and is moving them to his sprawling, Gothic mansion off the coast of nowhere. Good-bye, best friend. Good-bye, social life. Hello, icky new stepfather, crunchy granola town, and unbelievably good-looking, officially off-limits stepbrother. But on her first night in her new home, Isobel starts to fear that it isn’t only her life that’s SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING unraveling—her sanity might be giving way too. Because either Isobel is losing her mind, just like her artist father did before her, or she’s seeing ghosts. Either way, Isobel’s fast on her way to being the talk of the town for all the wrong reasons. Publication Date: January 2012 Ages: 14 up Page Extent: 304 pp
46 THE STORY OF US By Deb Caletti Imprint: Simon Pulse A bittersweet new novel from the National Book Award finalist. Cricket has a very long week ahead of her—her entire family has come together for her mom’s wedding, and it’s supposed to be a time for celebration. But for Cricket, the timing couldn’t be worse. For years Cricket’s been half of the perfect couple, destined to be together forever. Now, because of what she’s done—something she would give anything to take back—Janssen has walked away. Maybe for good. Cricket has always panicked in the face of change. Now she is forced to face her fears and decide once and for all what she wants, and how she’s going to get it. For over the course of the week, secrets will be revealed, bonds will be tested, and Cricket’s confusion—and her desires—may very well send her spiraling down a path she never RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS
thought she’d take . . . with no idea where it will lead her. 2009 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS Publication Date: April 2012 Ages: 12 up Page Extent: 352 pp
VIRTUOSITY By Jessica Martinez Imprint: Simon Pulse “An intoxicating blend of passion, vulnerability, and the desire to have it all, no matter the cost. A mesmerizing read.” —Lauren Myracle, bestselling author of Shine and ttyl Now is not the time for Carmen to fall in love. And Jeremy is hands down the wrong guy to fall for. He’s infuriating, arrogant, and the only person who can stand in the way of Carmen getting what she wants most: to win the prestigious Guarneri competition. Carmen’s whole life is violin, and until she met Jeremy, her whole focus was winning. But what if Jeremy isn’t just hot . . . what if Jeremy is better? Carmen knows that kissing Jeremy can’t end well, but she just can’t stay away. Still, she can’t trust him with her biggest secret: she’s so desperate to win she takes antianxiety drugs to perform. Carmen’s sick of not feeling anything onstage and even more sick of always doing what’s expected. Trying to win everything could mean losing it all. Publication Date: October 2011 Ages: 14 up Page Extent: 304 pp RIGHTS SOLD: Chinese (Simplified), French, German
47 From the author of Crank, US FICTION a New York Times bestseller and now a Deutscher PERFECT Jugendliteraturpreis nominee By Ellen Hopkins Imprint: Margaret K. McElderry Books What is perfection? How much would you sacrifice for it? Everyone has something, someone, somewhere else that they’d rather be. For four high school seniors, their goals of perfection are just as different as the paths they take to get there. Cara’s parents’ unrealistic expectations have already sent her twin brother, Conner, spiraling toward suicide. For her, perfect means rejecting their ideals to take a chance on a new kind of love. Kendra covets the perfect face and body—no matter what surgeries and drugs she needs to get there. To score his perfect home run—on the field and off— Sean will sacrifice more than he can ever win back. And Andre realizes that to follow his heart and achieve his perfect performance, he’ll be living a life his ancestors would never understand. Everyone wants to be perfect, but when perfection loses its meaning, how far will you go? What would you give up to be perfect? Publication Date: September 2011 Ages: 14 up Page Extent: 640 pp RIGHTS SOLD FOR CRANK: Italian, German, Spanish, Turkish
WAITING By Carol Lynch Williams Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books A stunning new novel by acclaimed author Carol Lynch Williams. Growing up in Africa and Latin America as the children of missionaries, London and Zach were as close as could be. When Zach dies tragically at sixteen, the family is gutted. London’s father is distant. Her mother hasn’t spoken a word to her since Zach’s death, and her day-to-day is filled with what-ifs. At school there are whispers. Did Zach take his
SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING own life? Is it London’s fault? Alone and adrift, London finds herself torn between her brother’s best friend and the handsome new boy in town as she struggles to find herself and, ultimately, redemption. A gripping read by the award-winning author of Glimpse and The Chosen One. Publication Date: May 2012 Ages: 14 up Page Extent: 288 pp
48 IN HONOR By Jessi Kirby Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Honor receives her brother Finn’s final letter from Iraq three days after learning of his death. Devastated, she interprets its contents as a last request and spontaneously sets off for California to fulfill his wish. The trip is filled with surprises from its start. Rusty, Finn’s former best friend who deserted him when he signed up to serve overseas, appears in Honor’s driveway and insists on coming along for the ride. Rusty is arrogant, obnoxious, and infuriatingly sexy—the last person Honor would have chosen as company. Together, though, the two will find unexpected and wonderful ways to honor the person they loved most in the world. They’ll discover truths about themselves, and about Finn. But when they reach the end of the road, will either of them be able to cope with what they have uncovered? RIGHTS GUIDE FRANKFURT 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS
From the author of Moonglass, this is a beautiful, heart-wrenching novel 2009 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS about the miles that have to be traveled before we can go home. Publication Date: May 2012 Ages: 14 up Page Extent: 288 pp RIGHTS SOLD FOR MOONGLASS: German, Russian, Turkish
YOU ARE HERE By Jennifer E. Smith Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Now in paperback, Jennifer Smith’s novel about finding out where you are going by discovering what you have left behind. Emma and Peter are alike in a lot of ways. They are both lonely in a way that they really only mind once in a while. They both come from families that they don’t quite understand. And they both feel like something big is missing from their lives. So this summer they are off to find something. For Emma, it is a grave that may be her only connection to her family. For Peter it is harder to define, but perhaps easier to navigate. It is a freedom, a sense of something more than what he has now. So off they go, searching for what we all search for: something to make sense of who we are and where we come from. Publication Date: April 2012 Ages: 13 up Page Extent: 256 pp
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ONE NIGHT THAT CHANGES SOMETIMES IT HAPPENS COUNTING BACKWARDS EVERYTHING By Lauren Barnholdt By Laura Lascarso By Lauren Barnholdt Imprint: Simon Pulse Imprint: Atheneum Books for Young Readers Imprint: Simon Pulse From the author of Two-way Street comes Three weeks ago I tried to run away from A fast-paced coming-of-age story from a new novel that sparkles with humor and home. Now all I want is to go back. romance! the author of Two-way Street. When troubled Taylor Truwell is caught Eliza Sellman has a notebook full of goals At the end of Hannah’s junior year her with a stolen car and lands in court for and secret fears. No one knows, and she’d boyfriend, Sebastian, dumps her, and her resisting arrest, her father convinces the like to keep it that way. best friend heads to Maine for the entire judge of an alternative to punishment: summer. treatment in a juvenile psychiatric After learning that her ex-boyfriend, correctional facility. Sunny Meadows Left behind is her best friend’s boyfriend, Cooper, only dated her as a hazing stunt, is anything but the easy way out, and Noah, who gets Hannah a job at the Eliza gets revenge by posting nasty stuff Taylor has to fight hard just to hold on diner where he works. Slowly Hannah about him online. To retaliate, Cooper to her sanity as she battles her parents, comes out of her funk, but things get steals her notebook and refuses to return it her therapist, and vicious fellow patients. complicated when their friendship turns unless she does all the things on her list of But even as Taylor struggles to hold on into attraction—and one night, into fears in one night. It’s torture . . . until Eliza to her stubborn former self, she finds something more . . . steals something from him she knows he’ll herself relenting as she lets in two unlikely want back. The first day of senior year, Hannah is friends—Margo, a former child star and A night of humiliation turns into one of going to see Ava, Sebastian, and Noah arsonist, and AJ, a mysterious boy who revelations as Eliza learns what Cooper all in one place. In a single day, secrets doesn’t speak. In this striking debut, Laura was really thinking when they dated, the and betrayals are revealed, alliances are Lascarso weaves together a powerful reason he’s stolen her notebook, and how broken and reformed, and Hannah has to story of anger and self-destruction, hope SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING freeing it can be to do the things you fear face some tough truths about love and and love. friendship. the most. Publication Date: August 2012 Publication Date: July 2010 Publication Date: July 2011 Ages: 14 up Ages: 14 up Ages: 14 up Page Extent: 320 pp Page Extent: 256 pp Page Extent: 320 pp RIGHTS SOLD: German
50 GONE, GONE, GONE ARISTOTLE AND DANTE WHERE THINGS COME BACK
By Hannah Moskowitz By John Corey Whaley 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS DISCOVER THE SECRETS 2009 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS Imprint: Simon Pulse OF THE UNIVERSE Imprint: Atheneum Books for Young Readers A dark and intense novel about two teen By Benjamin Alire Sáenz Just when seventeen-year-old Cullen boys falling in love during the unease of Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Witter thinks he understands everything the post-9/11 sniper shootings. A beautiful novel about a friendship about his small and painfully dull Arkansas town, it all disappears. Craig is crushing on quiet, distant Lio and between two boys and the love between preoccupied with what it meant when Lio fathers and sons. In this resonant coming-of-age debut, kissed him . . . and if he’ll do it again . . . Aristotle is an angry teen with a brother the alleged reappearance of an extinct and if kissing Lio will help him finally get in prison. Dante is a know-it-all who has woodpecker in Cullen Witter’s small over his ex-boyfriend, Cody. an unusual way of looking at the world. hometown and the disappearance of his younger brother make for a remarkable, Lio feels most alive when he’s with Craig. When they meet at the swimming pool, bizarre, and heart-wrenching summer. He forgets about his broken family, they seem to have nothing in common. Complex but truly extraordinary, tinged his dead brother, and the messed-up But as the two loners start spending time with melancholy and regret, comedy and world. But being with Craig means being together, they discover that they share absurdity, Whaley’s novel finds wonder vulnerable, and Lio will have to decide a special kind of friendship—the kind of in the ordinary and emerges as ultimately whether love is worth the risk. friendship that changes lives and lasts a lifetime. And it is through their friendship hopeful. This is a story about the dream of This intense, romantic novel is a poignant that Ari and Dante will learn the most second chances. look at what it is to feel needed, connected, important truths about themselves—and H “In this darkly humorous debut, and alive. about the kind of people they want to be. Whaley weaves two stories into a taut and Publication Date: April 2012 In breathtaking prose, American Book well-constructed thriller . . . a disturbing, Ages: 14 up Award winner Benjamin Alire Sáenz heartbreaking finale that retains a touch of Page Extent: 272 pp captures those moments that make a hope.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review boy a man, as he explores loyalty, trust, • John Corey Whaley is a Publishers friendship, and love. Weekly Flying Start! Publication Date: February 2012 • Where Things Come Back was a Ages: 12 up semifinalist for the first annual Amazon.com Page Extent: 368 pp Breakthrough Novel Award! Publication Date: May 2011 Ages: 14 up Page Extent: 240 pp
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PHILIPPA GREGORY Philippa Gregory, the #1 international bestselling author of The Other Boleyn Girl and The Red Queen will publish her first-ever young adult fiction titles under a new global publishing agreement with Simon & Schuster. A global bestseller, there are nearly 9 million copies of Philippa Gregory’s books in print in the US and nearly 1.5 million copies of her first two titles in The Cousins’ War series, published by Simon & Schuster, in the UK. There will be four young adult historical adventures, with the first title planned for publication in hardcover in summer 2012. BURNING BRIGHT By Sophie McKenzie Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK The second title in a new four-book romance series from the Red House Book Award–winning author of Girl, Missing. Four months have passed and River and Flynn are still going strong. But things are not perfect. Flynn continues to fly into unprovoked rages, and when River tells her mum, she is banned from seeing him. Fighting to stay together, they end up being torn apart. Is it all over for River and Flynn? Publication Date: January 2013 Ages: 14 up Page Extent: 256 pp (tbc)
FALLING FAST By Sophie McKenzie Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK When River auditions for a part in an interschool performance of Romeo and Juliet, she finds herself smitten by Flynn, the boy playing Romeo. But Flynn comes from a damaged family—is he even capable of giving River what she wants? The path of true love never did run smooth . . . This is real life, not a rehearsal . . . Publication Date: March 2012 Ages: 14 up Page Extent: 256 pp FATED By Sarah Alderson SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING Imprint: Simon Pulse A spooky paranormal thriller from the author of Hunting Lila. Lucas Gray is half Shadow Warrior, half human, and a member of the Brotherhood—a group of assassins tasked with killing the last purebred Hunter on Earth before she can fulfil a dangerous prophecy. The Hunter’s name is Evie Tremain. Evie Tremain is seventeen years old and has just discovered she is the last in a long line of demon slayers—and an unwilling participant in a war between Hunters and unhumans that has raged for the last thousand years. Publication Date: January 2012 Ages: 14 up Page Extent: 320 pp
52 Not actual cover LOSING LILA By Sarah Alderson Imprint: Simon Pulse The slick and sexy sequel to Hunting Lila. Lila’s on the run with Alex, but her brother is still captive and in a coma back at his military base, while her mother is also imprisoned there and being experimented on. Lila knows she has to stop running and come back to help her family. But, in saving her family, will she end up sacrificing not only her newfound love, but also herself? Publication Date: August 2012 Ages: 14 up Page Extent: 320 pp PRAISE FOR HUNTING LILA:
“Hunting Lila is the most excited I have been about 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS a book for over two years. I just loved everything about it.” —Jenny Cooper, Bookseller, Waterstones “A slick and sexy debut thriller, heavy on the romance.” —The Bookseller, Children’s Previews
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LEXILAND By Suzi Moore Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK A fantastic debut fiction novel from the author of Little One’s Bedtime. This is a story about friendship, grief, identity, and learning to live with a loss that’s unimaginable. Two years ago ten-year-old Emma’s twin sister, Laura, died at their birthday party, and since then Emma’s life has not been the same. Without her louder and stronger sister, Emma starts to feel lonely and invisible. Then someone totally different steps into her world. Lexi is an unpredictable force of nature. She has wild red hair and wears an eye patch. What happened to her? Where is she from? Lexi is a mystery to Emma, a mystery which slowly unravels as they become friends. With Lexi’s help, Emma finds the courage to ask questions about Laura’s death—but will she be able to cope with the answers she uncovers? Publication Date: January 2013 Ages: 9 up Page Extent: 256 pp (tbc)
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BATTLE CHAMPIONS By Jack Carson Illustrator tbc Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK Formula One with robots: a four-book series for boys about a battle championship between mechs—robot vehicles where the kids are the jockeys and the robots their steeds. Titch is desperate to join Battle Academy and get the chance to follow in his father’s footsteps and become a future mech champion, and in doing so, he also hopes to find a clue to his father’s mysterious disappearance. Together with his friends, Martha and Finn, who act as his engineer and backup driver, Titch confronts his school rival Alexei in the first round of the championship, customising his mech to help overcome all the obstacles put in his way. But will he be victorious against Alexei, who wants to win, whatever it takes? Publication Date: #1–4: January 2013 (four books together) Ages: 7–9 Page Extent: 128 pp
SIGNS OF LOVE By Melody James Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK A fun and highly commercial new four-book series for tween girls focusing on love, astrology, and friendship, inspired by Jane Austen’s Emma. Gemma Stone doesn’t know the first thing about astrology—as far as she’s concerned it’s all nonsense. But when she’s assigned the role of “Jessica Jupiter,” astrologist, on her school e-zine, Gemma has to try and connect with her inner Mystic Meg. . . . When some chance truths in her horoscopes make “Jessica Jupiter” a school hit, Gemma decides to use her unexpected role to play Cupid with her friends, starting with SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING Treacle, her best friend who’s always been too shy to talk to her major crush, Sam. Can Gemma steer the path of true love in the right direction, or will her interventions derail Treacle’s love life before it even begins? Publication Date: # 1: February 2012; # 2: August 2012; # 3: February 2013; # 4: August 2013 Ages: 9 up Page Extent: 224 pp (tbc)
Not actual cover 54 ANGEL WINGS By Michelle Misra Illustrator tbc Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK The first book in a new four-book series about a school for trainee angels who just can’t help getting everything wrong. The Worst Witch for angel fans. Ella might seem like your everyday girl, but she’s anything but! She’s a trainee angel at the Guardian Angel Academy. But Ella is more impetuous than your average angel and can’t help herself from getting into all sorts of scrapes. Luckily for Ella, help is on hand in the shape of her friends Poppy, Matilda, and Jess—other trainee angels—to keep her out of mischief. Join Ella on her adventures as she learns how to slide down rainbows, scatter angel glitter, fly, sew silver linings—alongside having cloud pillow fights and many other angel- tastic things that will allow her, one day, to finally get her wings. That’s if she can actually
get there without causing a whole lot of trouble! 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS Publication Date: #1–4: Summer 2013 (four books together) Ages: 6–8 Page Extent: 112 pp Michelle Misra has helped create and develop many successful children’s fiction series. These include Darcey Bussell’s Magic Ballerina and the bestselling Rainbow Fairies series. This is her first fiction series under her own name. Not actual cover
SPELL SISTERS LILY THE FOREST SISTER By Amber Castle Gwen and Flora are faced with a swarm of Illustrated by Mary Hall hornets and enchanted vines as they try Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK to rescue Lily the Forest Sister. Can they Magic, myth, and adventure . . . the quest overcome Morgana’s obstacles and return to save Avalon begins in a major new Lily’s magic to Avalon? eight-book series for girls featuring a ISABELLA THE BUTTERFLY SISTER young Guinevere of Camelot. AMELIA THE SILVER SISTER The evil Morgana le Fay has spirited GRACE THE SEA SISTER away the Spell Sisters of Avalon from EVIE THE SWAN SISTER their magical island and trapped them throughout the kingdom. It’s up to Gwen, OLIVIA THE ANIMAL SISTER her best friend Flora, and a very special CHLOE THE STORM SISTER horse named Moonlight to find the sisters and return them to Avalon before its magic Publication Date: #1–4: March 2012; is lost forever. #5: June 2012; #6: September 2012; #7: January 2013; #8: April 2013 Ages: 7 up Page Extent: 128 pp (tbc) SOPHIA THE FLAME SISTER In their first adventure, Gwen and Flora search for Sophia the Flame Sister, whom Morgana has imprisoned in an enchanted forest. Can the girls save her and restore the magic of fire to Avalon? 55 UK FICTION
SPACE LIZARDS ATE MY SISTER! By Mark Griffiths Illustrated by Pete Williamson Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK Lance Spratley and the evil space lizard Admiral Skink are back in another madcap space adventure! Asteroid Peach is heading straight for Earth, and the planet will be destroyed in a matter of days. In desperation the world turns to Admiral Skink, currently imprisoned in Cottelton police station, who promises to stop the asteroid in return for his freedom. But instead Skink builds a wormhole bridge to his home planet, Swerdlix, and escapes. And just as Skink is making his getaway, a giant thrall-beast emerges from the wormhole, promptly eating Sally Spratley, Lance’s little sister. It’s up to Lance and his best friend, Tori, to travel to Swerdlix, capture Admiral Skink, stop the asteroid from destroying humanity, and find some flooblescoop powder to make the thrall-beast sneeze out Sally . . . which shouldn’t be that hard, should it? Publication Date: August 2012 Ages: 7 up Page Extent: 256 pp (tbc)
SPACE LIZARDS STOLE MY BRAIN! By Mark Griffiths Illustrated by Pete Williamson Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK A hilariously zany space adventure with a twist from a major new comic talent! On Earth, Lance Spratley faces another boring day of homework and pushy parents. . . . In deep space, cold-blooded space lizard Admiral Skink faces another boring day of evil deeds and planet-conquering. . . . Until . . . Admiral Skink’s starship is destroyed and the Braintwizzler 360™ system propels his mind through space and into Lance’s body! Meanwhile, Lance’s mind is imprisoned in SIMON & SCHUSTER CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING an alien waiting room, where Skink’s space lizard race are plotting to enslave mankind! Can Lance reclaim his body and save the world? And can an alien warlord cope with life on Earth? Publication Date: January 2012 Ages: 7 up Page Extent: 256 pp
56 THE GREAT DOG DISASTER By Katie Davies Illustrated by Hannah Shaw Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK The fourth in a series of bittersweet, yet hilariously funny, domestic tales by Waterstone’s Book Award winner, Katie Davies. Suzanne’s great-great-aunt Deidra has left her dog to Suzanne’s mum in her will. Suzanne is over-the-moon about having a dog again, after her old dog Barney was ‘sent away to a farm’ by her dad. But when Beatrice the Newfoundland arrives, she is a BIG disappointment. She’s smelly and old and miserable and doesn’t like walks, or catching sticks, or any of the things that dogs are meant to like. So Anna and Suzanne devise a plan to turn Beatrice into a proper dog—but if they don’t pull it off soon, Suzanne’s dad will send Beatrice away too . . .
Publication Date: March 2012 2011 FRANKFURT GUIDE RIGHTS Ages: 7 up Page Extent: 128 pp
MY UNCLE FOULPEST: DINOSAUR DISASTER By Timothy Knapman Illustrated by Sarah Horne Imprint: Simon & Schuster UK The second book in the My Uncle Foulpest series about a friendly ogre. Wally has chicken pox but really doesn’t want not to miss his best friend’s birthday party, and Foulpest reckons he knows exactly how to make him better. Unfortunately, though his magic medicine gets rid of Wally’s spots, it has a surprise side effect . . . Wally has grown a dinosaur’s tail! Desperate to get rid of the tail in time for the party, it’s off to the doctor, with hilarious results.
Also featuring The Haunted House. The second story in this volume features Wally’s school trip to a haunted house where Uncle Foulpest helps exact revenge on the school bully, by fair means or foul. Publication Date: February 2012 Ages: 7 up Page Extent: 112 pp
57 AWARD-WINNING BACKLIST TITLES
Newbery Medal Books Caddie Woodlawn by Carol Ryrie Brink Call It Courage by Armstrong Sperry The Cat Who Went to Heaven by Elizabeth Coatsworth Dicey’s Song by Cynthia Voigt From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E. L. Konigsburg The Grey King by Susan Cooper Kira-Kira by Cynthia Kadohata Shiloh by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
Newbery Honor Books The Egypt Game by Zilpha Keatley Snyder Misty of Chincoteague by Marguerite Henry The Courage of Sarah Noble by Alice Dalgliesh The House of the Scorpion by Nancy Farmer
Other Award Winners Skin Hunger by Kathleen Duey
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