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        Children's & YA

        La sopa más rica y otros cuentos (The most delicious soup and other stories)

        by Mariana Ruiz Johnson

        The most delicious soup and other stories brings together five stories that take place in the village of Villa Verde, the place where all the characters live and interact. The stories are apparently very simple, yet they offer readers a delicate literary experience woven from references, ways of naming the world, images, and experiences typical of young children. This book, moreover, shares many elements with comics. In fact, we could see it as a comic for very young children, where the author, Mariana Ruiz Johnson, has used nib and Indian ink and digital color to provide readers with images in warm colors and a very rich illustration work with thousands of details for the delight of readers.

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        October 2002

        Mariana Pineda. Sobald fünf Jahre vergehen

        Zwei Theaterstücke

        by Federico García Lorca, Susanne Lange, Thomas Brovot

        Mariana Pineda Lorcas großes Frühwerk von 1925 ist seit je eine Herausforderung für Regisseure, die neben dem Kammerton die große Bühne, das »theatralische« Sujet suchen.Granada 1831: Die spanische Freiheitskämpferin und Volksheldin Mariana Pineda verschwört sich mit den Liberalen gegen die Gewaltherrschaft von Fernando VII. und verhilft ihrem Geliebten, einem Revolutionär, zur Flucht aus dem Gefängnis. Bald wird sie vom Strafrichter Pedrosa bedrängt: gerichtlich wie sexuell. Mariana stirbt als Märtyrerin.Lorca sucht nicht die historische Heldin, sondern eine dramatische Frauengestalt, in der der zeitlose Konflikt zwischen Leidenschaft und Pflicht, Macht und Ohnmacht zum Ausbruch kommt. Und er gibt ihr eine Sprache starker, eindringlicher neuer Bildhaftigkeit. Mariana ist die erste und stärkste von Lorcas eindrucksvollen Frauenfiguren: eine Julia ohne Romeo, eine der großen Bühnenrollen des modernen Theaters. Sobald fünf Jahre vergehen Lorcas »unmögliche Komödie« aus dem Herzen des Traums ist ein Spiel um Zeit, Liebe und Tod, eine erotisch-philosophische Betrachtung des Daseins – totales Theater, so wie Lorca es sich immer zum Ziel gesetzt hat.Fünf Jahre will der junge Held warten, ehe er seine Verlobte heiratet. Die geht auf eine Reise, flieht mit einem anderen, und er flüchtet in die Liebe zu einer anderen Frau. Das Spiel kehrt sich um, das Ende ist der Tod.So bekannt die Konstellation, so außergewöhnlich und überraschend die poetische Umsetzung. Mit der Freiheit des Dichters, der unsere Vorstellung von Zeit und Kausalität aufhebt, findet Lorca auf den Grund der Gefühle. Die Liebe und ihr Scheitern, das Leben im Traum und der Traum vom Leben: in keinem anderen Stück ist die Person Lorcas so präsent. 1931, auf den Tag genau fünf Jahre vor seiner Ermordung, hat er es vollendet; eine bittere Ahnung vielleicht. Ein Glücksfall für das Theater ist sein Stück ganz bestimmt.

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        Children's & YA

        Los Chimichimitos (The Chimichimitos)

        by Mariana Massarani

        The tiny shimyshinees is a manifestation of children’s cultural heritage that fuse legend, games, and dance. Its origins are on the Island of Margarita –Venezuela– and thanks to school this piece of oral tradition spread throughout the country. According to the legend, The tiny shimyshinees is form by a group of elves that appear during full moon nights and gather on the beach to sing and play. Their song is so sweet that they can attract fish to the seashore. Over time, The tiny shimyshinees became a kind of theatrical troupe that roamed the streets of towns in popular festivals. Mariana Massarani’s illustrations capture the colors and culture of the Caribbean and give such a local piece an absolutely universal tone. With a naive style and with PVA paint, Massarani makes some colorful and very funny images and gives us perfect settings for the story that takes place: a group of children prepares their presentation on the shore of a crystalline sea and this is how image after image we see the coastal town, the costumes of the characters and part of their Caribbean culture. It is impossible to read this book without wanting to go to the beach!

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        Children's & YA
        2019

        Run, Salamader, run!

        by Masha Serdiuk (Author), Mariana Mykytiuk (Illustrator)

        Fiery salamander, rain salamander, sismoloko, lizard, kachur... these are all names given to the spotted lizard that lives in the Carpathian forests! And it is not by chance that she is called fiery, as this salamander has a real superpower that comes in handy during its amazing daily adventures, helping it every time! With an exciting story, interesting facts, and colorful illustrations, this educational book will help children and adults to learn more about the magical world of nature and the inhabitants of the Carpathian forests.   From 5 to 10 years, 690 words Rightsholders: Nargis Gafurova and Anna Tiurina;  [email protected]

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        Children's & YA
        January 2022

        A Tale Of Light

        by Khrystyna Lukashchuk (Author), Khrystyna Lukashchuk (Illustrator)

        This unique picture book is a creation of Khrystyna Lukashchuk, a well-known Ukrainian author and artist recognized as one of the best illustrators of independent Ukraine. From the emergence of Ukraine through its darkest times to its final victory over evil,  A Tale Of Light allows us to find answers to dramatic questions: how can we explain to children why there is a war in their country? Why can not the enemy leave the Ukrainian land in peace? What will help us to defeat the enemy for good? The profound symbolic images that the author recreated will guide the readers along their journey. Ukrainians have been tapping into them for long times to find a source of harmony and internal strength –  they are a powerful source of Light sustained by Ukrainian history, culture, and language. No enemy, however big or conniving, can destroy this Light.   From 3 to 6 years, 719 words Rightsholders: [email protected]

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        Children's & YA
        January 2019

        At the Ocean

        by Yuriy Nikitinskiy (Author), Marichka Ruban (Illustrator)

        This story is full of a cheeky sense of humor that little readers will adore. In this book they can find funny poems and beautiful watercolor illustrations to give them the feeling of diving in the ocean. This unique and amazing book was created by the famous Ukrainian writer Yuriy Nikitinskiy and by the fabulous illustrator Marichka Ruban.   From 3 to 8 years, 422 words Rightsholders: [email protected]

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        Swimming & water sports (Children's/YA)
        October 2020

        Nadadores

        by María José Ferrada, Mariana Alcántara

        There might be many swimmers for sure who, after training so much during the day (“50 meters of Front Crawl, 50 meters of Back and 50 meters of Butterfly”) at night they dream about being fish. But during those same nights, when the moon illuminates the oceans, will fish dream about being swimmers? The authors of this book use humor and poetry to show us that a page can be a deep sea or an Olympic-size swimming pool, depending on the eyes with which it is looked at.

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        Personal & social issues: body & health (Children's/YA)
        October 2020

        Enciclopedia de anatomía fantástica

        by Pedro Mañas, Mariana Alcántara

        For centuries, illustrious doctors have tried to find the ultimate weapon against disease: from hot stew to injections, trying even injections of hot stew. As tasty as they are useless. But not everything is lost. In this fantastic and incredible encyclopedia, if you read carefully, you will be able to find cures and remedies against new and unsuspected diseases. We prescribe you to read it carefully, preferably with a scarf on and with a bowl of stew broth. Just in case, get a scarf for the chicken as well, before you cook it.

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        Children's & YA
        2014

        How Many?

        by Halyna Kyrpa (Author), Olha Havrylova (Illustrator)

        When children first explore the world, they usually ask many questions. You can try finding answers together with them by reading and looking through the picturebook Скільки?/ How many? The book's interesting questions and beautiful illustrations facilitate a friendly and joyful dialogue between adults and little readers. Скільки?/How many? was originally  published as a bilingual picturebook with English and Ukrainian parallel text, which was also helpful for children learning languages.   From 3 to 6 years, 199 words (Ukrainian and English) Rightsholders: Oksana Lushcevska, [email protected]

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        Children's & YA
        2016

        The Swing under the Maple Tree

        by Halyna Tkachuk (Author), Oksana Bula (Illustrator)

        Nina is playing on a swing and looking forward to the summer. However, it turns out that there will be neither flowers in the flowerbeds nor any blue dolphins in the sea this summer. And all because of Nina’s carelessness! There’s no reason to despair, though. With a little bit of effort, and  the help of other characters in this picture book, Nina will not only save the summer, but also achieve something very special. This book and charming illustrations, originally published in bilingual edition (Ukrainian-English) will appeal to both children and their parents.   From 3 to 6 years, 785 words (Ukrainian and English). Rightsholders: [email protected]

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        Children's & YA
        2019

        Hoverla

        by Kateryna Mikhalitsyna (Author), Svitlana Balukh (Illustrator)

        Hoverla is the tallest mountain in Ukraine. Many people climb it every year. But what do we know about it? Where does its name come from? Where does the Prut waterfall flow? Why is it so important not to trample down the moutain slopes? The story is told by the mountain itself, and many interesting facts and beautiful illustrations will introduce the readers to the diverse world of Hoverla and its inhabitants. Hoverla shows that everything has its unique voice, even the stones if you know how to listen.   From 5 to 10 years, 820 words Rightsholders: Nargis Gafurova and Anna Tiurina; [email protected]

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        Children's & YA
        2019

        He and I. A Story Without Secrets About Boys

        by Yulia Smal (Author), Anna Oliynyk (Illustrator)

        A time comes when every child starts wondering about their body, asking their parents “awkward” questions. In this book, children and their parents, together with a curious boy named Max, will learn about the boys’ private parts and about the right way to treat one’s privacy and intimacy, about hygiene and safety, about illnesses and self-care, and, most importantly, about good behavior and respect. The book approaches the subject in an interesting and fun way, and is beautifully illustrated by Anna Oliynyk.   From 3 to 12 years, 7681 words Rightsholders:  [email protected]

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        Children's & YA
        January 2023

        Dad and I are going to space

        by Jacques Jabié (Author), Marysya Rudska (Illustrator)

        Mars mission is off.Starteam selection is over.My father and I are the candidates.In fact, Father is ready for space after his work,Still I am free at any time till the beginning of school.We should hurry up!   From 3 to 6 years, 587 words. Rightsholders: [email protected]

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        Children's & YA
        January 2022

        My Dad and Me

        by Dmytro Kuzmenko (Author), Oksana Drachkovska (Illustrator)

        Who are the ghostinosours? What are clouds made of? How to prepare trubel and what may happen if you do not limit yourself and do everything you want? My Dad and Me’s main hero is about 4 years old and seeks to find answers to all these questions. His life is full of adventures: he is a dreamer and make-believer. He often disobeys his father and dislikes brushing his teeth. All in all, every young reader can find a bit of themselves in this little one. My Dad and Me is a treasure book of honest, warm-hearted stories about the close connection between father and son, about little things and great discoveries in the eyes of children, about trust and adventures they can share, and fundamentally, about mutual understanding. Even when someone can’t pronounce “r " yet!   From 6 to 9 years,  4883 words Rightsholders: [email protected]

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        Children's & YA
        January 2019

        Octopus Woman

        One day in the life of a busy mother

        by Jacques Jabié (Author), Natalia Kudlak (Illustrator)

        The Octopus Woman wakes up early in the morning, puts a stocking on each of her legs, and then her crazy day begins! She needs to get the kids ready for kindergarten and school, feed the parrot and the cat, walk through half the city going to work, spend all day in the office, do a lot of things on her way home, and, in the end, read a bedtime story to the kids… How does she manage to do everything? And how can she do it so well? The secret of Octopus Woman is hidden in this vivid book!    From 3 to 6 years, 300 words Rightsholders: Alex Sharlai, [email protected]

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        Children's & YA

        Daddy's Book

        by Volodymyr Vakulenko (Author), Natalie Gaida (Illustrator)

        Although not every dad writes poems for his kids, everyone can read this book! Because these cheerful, playful poems, written by Volodymyr Vakulenko,  a loving father, for his son, will undoubtedly become a favorite among many children. These poems are interesting, rhythmic, easy to remember and recite.   From 3 to 5 years, 5788 words   Rightsholders:  Ivan Fedechko, [email protected]

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        Children's & YA
        2017

        Mermaids

        by Oksana Lushchevska (Author), Violetta Borigard (Illustrator)

        Sonia and Nika are best friends. Yet, they live far away from each other: Nika lives on the left bank of the Dripro River and Sonia lives on the right one. To see each other more often the girls come up with a secret game. But sometimes, one of them feels sad. What would Nika do this time to make Sonia laugh? In this bilingual picturebook the readers will dive into a world of endless imagination, present in each child and grown-up as well.    From 6 to 9 years, 1250 words (Ukrainian and English). Rightsholders: Oksana Luchchevska, [email protected]

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        Children's & YA
        2015

        Mr Catsky, Mira and the Sea

        by Oksana Lushchevska (Author), Violetta Borigard (Illustrator)

        Mira dreams about the sea, but it is so far away! One day an unusual guest visits her, and suddenly Mira begins an unexpected journey. Will it be adventurous? What will happen to Mira on the way? Will she manage to reach the sea? This bilingual Ukrainian-English picturebook tells a story of friendship, imagination, and what happens when one faces life's exciting and sometimes uneasy dilemmas.   from 3 to 6 years, 1160 words (Ukrainian and English). Rightsholders: Oksana Luchchevska, [email protected]

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