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Publisher Spotlight @pubspotlight.bsky.social · 4d

“From sunny skies to wild storms, weather has a way of capturing children’s imaginations” A wonderful list of #weather #kidsbooks that includes a pair by Chitra Souder including YOU’RE SAFE WITH ME from @lantanapub.bsky.social and so much more! schoolreadinglist.co.uk/genres/weath...

Weather

Weather books for children with titles by David McKee, Debi Gliori, Hannah Pang, Sam Usher, Maggie Li and James Carter.

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Lantana Publishing @lantanapub.bsky.social · 2d

Love knows no boundaries. 💛

In Dearest One, Arielle Dance reminds us that life’s lessons — kindness, love, and care — are truly universal. We are far more alike than we are different and every child deserves to be loved loudly and in full.

Get yours 👉 uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...

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Publisher Spotlight @pubspotlight.bsky.social · 9d

#AricasAward Congratulations to @lantanapub.bsky.social and to FREEDOM BRAIDS! uwm.edu/clacs/winner...

Winners Announced for 2025 Américas Award

Did you know CLACS was a 1993 co-founder of the Américas Award for Children’s and Young Adult Literature? CLACS Associate Director Emerita, Julie Kline, teamed up with colleagues at other centers for ...

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Lantana Publishing @lantanapub.bsky.social · 6d

We're thrilled to announce that A HAT FULL OF SEA by Maudie Smith and Jen Khatun is a White Raven! 🌊

A hat full of sea is a heart-warming story about one very special hat. Or should that be one very special girl? 👒

Check it out 👉 uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...

#wrlist2025 #booksky

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Publisher Spotlight @pubspotlight.bsky.social · 10d

“A lovely and empowering homage to real-life resistance” says the #StarredReview in #Kirkus Azizi and the Little Blue Bird @lantanapub.bsky.social Booth 206 #AASL25 www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...

AZIZI AND THE LITTLE BLUE BIRD | Kirkus Reviews

In this tale translated from Flemish, a diminutive hero takes on larger-than-life villainy.

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Lantana Publishing @lantanapub.bsky.social · 9d

🌧️ A reminder that even when it's raining you should 'Dare to Smile. Your smile can make someone's day and maybe even change someone's life.' 😁

A spread from DEAREST ONE!

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Publisher Spotlight @pubspotlight.bsky.social · 11d

In accessible #picturebook storytelling The Playdate @lantanapub.bsky.social “openly comment[s] about class and how early children learn these lessons” ysbookreviews.wordpress.com/2025/03/21/t... Booth 206 #AASL25

The Playdate by Uje Brandelius, illustrated by Clara Dackenberg.

The Playdate by Uje Brandelius, illustrated by Clara Dackenberg. Lantana, c2018, 2025. 9781836290148 Rating: 1-5 (5 is an excellent or a Starred review) 4 Format: Hardcover picture book…

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Publisher Spotlight @pubspotlight.bsky.social · 11d

Mama’s Special Wonton Soup offers a “heartfelt reminder of the power of communal caring and sharing” @lantanapub.bsky.social Booth 206 #AASL25 www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...

MAMA'S SPECIAL WONTON SOUP | Kirkus Reviews

A young child eagerly greets family and neighbors while on an errand to the market and returns with additional treasures.

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Lantana Publishing @lantanapub.bsky.social · 11d

We asked Shiko Nguru, the author of The Intasimi Warriors this question💬 :

🌍 Kenyan mythology and real-world settings are such a rich part of this series.

How do you strike the balance between traditional lore, fantasy, and contemporary life in your storytelling?

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Lantana Publishing @lantanapub.bsky.social · 12d

I'm Nemy! Every day I worked in the sugarcane fields, dreaming of something more. 🌾 Then Big Mother showed me the magic in our braids — stories, maps, freedom! ✨

Now, when I braid my hair, I feel the strength and joy of all the women before me.

#BlackHistoryMonth #Booksky

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Lantana Publishing @lantanapub.bsky.social · 17d

📚 This #BlackHistoryMonth, fill your shelves with stories that celebrate Black history, joy & imagination! ✨

This list is perfect for classrooms & libraries — inspiring young readers to remember their history, shape their future, and celebrate themselves. 🖤

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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · 21d

✨ The Excluded Voices 2025 report is here!

We’ve updated last year’s findings on children’s books (ages 1–9) by British creators from marginalised communities — showing where progress is happening & where it’s still not.

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Lantana Publishing @lantanapub.bsky.social · 18d

We’re so grateful that The Language of Flowers by Shyala Smith & Aaron Asis was shortlisted for The Diverse Book Awards! 🌸

Huge congrats to Until you Find the Sun by Maryam Hassan and Anna Wilson on the win, and to all the brilliant picture books celebrated this year! 💛📚

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Lantana Publishing @lantanapub.bsky.social · 21d

Happy 🇺🇸 #bookbirthday to AZIZI AND THE LITTLE BLUE BIRD 🐦 This contemporary fairy tale of freedom against oppression is inspired by the Jasmine Revolution in Tunisia 🇹🇳

Buy here 👉 lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...

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Publisher Spotlight @pubspotlight.bsky.social · 21d

Happy #BookBirthday to our friends @lantanapub.bsky.social ! Welcome to AZIZI AND THE LITLE BLUE BIRD

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Lantana Publishing @lantanapub.bsky.social · 23d

✨ Just 2 days to go! ✨ AZIZI AND THE LITTLE BLUE BIRD is about to take flight in the US, and we can’t wait to welcome you to the magical Land of the Crescent Moon 🌙💙

Pre order here 👉 lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...

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Lantana Publishing @lantanapub.bsky.social · 26d

It’s almost time! 📖✨

AZIZI AND THE LITTLE BLUE BIRD 🕊️💙 is coming to the US 🇺🇸!

A tale of hope 🌟, togetherness 🤝 & freedom 🕊️ — inspired by the Jasmine Revolution 🌸.

Pre-order here 👉 lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...

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Lantana Publishing @lantanapub.bsky.social · 27d

🚶‍♂️✨ A walk to school can be more than it seems—just ask Nimesh! 🤩
📖 Nimesh the Adventurer is a fun-filled tale of a boy with a BIG imagination who turns the dullest journey into a dazzling adventure. 🐻‍❄️

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Lantana Publishing @lantanapub.bsky.social · Sep 25

At Lantana Publishing, we only print on FSC-certified paper 🌳✨That means our books protect forests, support communities & help the planet thrive. When you read with us, you’re choosing sustainability. 📚💚

#FSCForestWeek

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Lantana Publishing @lantanapub.bsky.social · Sep 23

We’re honoured that The Language of Flowers has made the shortlist for The Diverse Book Awards Picture Book Award! 🌷 Thank you to the readers, families, and little ones who’ve embraced this story with such love.

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Lantana Publishing @lantanapub.bsky.social · Sep 21

At Lantana, we are forever committed to making books that reflect all children, 📚

So, today on #internationaldayofpeace we wanted to share a spread from MY MUMMY MARCHES 🪧 A joyful story celebrating the power of peaceful protest and the will to change things for the better.

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Lantana Publishing @lantanapub.bsky.social · Sep 19

Arrr! In The Pirate Tree, Sam turns a hilltop tree into a swashbucklin’ ship—till a new sailor arrives. Treasure or friendship, which will they find? 🌳➡️⛵ Tell me, crew—what would ye turn into yer pirate ship today? 🏴‍☠️ #TalkLikeAPirateDay

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Lantana Publishing @lantanapub.bsky.social · Sep 16

🌸 A preview of My Mama’s Special Wonton Soup 🍲✨
In a sunlit village in Southern China, every “Zǎo ān” brings kindness, fresh ingredients, and a lesson in sharing. A tender tale of food, family & community 💕

Order here 👉 uk.bookshop.org/p/books/mama...

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Jill Bennett @jillshanti.bsky.social · Sep 9

A charming story about kindness @wmwongcreator.bsky.social #MamasSpecialWontonSoup with illustrations by Xin Yue Zhu @lantanapub.bsky.social is #RedReadingHub’s choice for #picturebook of the day reviewed on the blog wp.me/p11DI5-dp0

Mama’s Special Wonton Soup

Mama’s Special Wonton SoupWai Mei Wong and Xin Yue ZhuLantana This story is set in Southern China and begins with Mama announcing to her young daughter that she’s going to make wonton soup for supp…

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Publisher Spotlight @pubspotlight.bsky.social · Sep 9

“A heartfelt reminder of the power of communal caring and sharing” Happy #BookBirthday to @lantanapub.bsky.social for MAMA'S SPECIAL WONTON SOUP www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...

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