Lantana Publishing
@lantanapub.bsky.social
An award-winning children's book publisher and social enterprise with a mission to see all children reflected in the books they read.
Meet Cindy, our brilliant new Publishing Trainee! ✨
We’re thrilled to welcome her to the Lantana team.
Huge thanks to Creative Access and the Mo Siewcharran Fund for helping make this opportunity possible!
We’re thrilled to welcome her to the Lantana team.
Huge thanks to Creative Access and the Mo Siewcharran Fund for helping make this opportunity possible!
December 5, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Meet Cindy, our brilliant new Publishing Trainee! ✨
We’re thrilled to welcome her to the Lantana team.
Huge thanks to Creative Access and the Mo Siewcharran Fund for helping make this opportunity possible!
We’re thrilled to welcome her to the Lantana team.
Huge thanks to Creative Access and the Mo Siewcharran Fund for helping make this opportunity possible!
🌱 The Wall and the Wild is a powerful classroom read for exploring inclusion, difference & growth.
Through Ana’s story, pupils learn to value what doesn’t “fit,” embrace diversity, and look beyond the wall to understand others.
A brilliant pick for #DisabilityHistoryMonth 💛
Through Ana’s story, pupils learn to value what doesn’t “fit,” embrace diversity, and look beyond the wall to understand others.
A brilliant pick for #DisabilityHistoryMonth 💛
December 4, 2025 at 4:01 PM
🌱 The Wall and the Wild is a powerful classroom read for exploring inclusion, difference & growth.
Through Ana’s story, pupils learn to value what doesn’t “fit,” embrace diversity, and look beyond the wall to understand others.
A brilliant pick for #DisabilityHistoryMonth 💛
Through Ana’s story, pupils learn to value what doesn’t “fit,” embrace diversity, and look beyond the wall to understand others.
A brilliant pick for #DisabilityHistoryMonth 💛
This Disability History Month, The Invisible Story reminds us that not all stories are read with the eyes.
A blind reader brings a forgotten book to life through touch — captured beautifully in Wen Hsu Chen’s artwork. ✨📚
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A blind reader brings a forgotten book to life through touch — captured beautifully in Wen Hsu Chen’s artwork. ✨📚
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November 30, 2025 at 12:55 PM
This Disability History Month, The Invisible Story reminds us that not all stories are read with the eyes.
A blind reader brings a forgotten book to life through touch — captured beautifully in Wen Hsu Chen’s artwork. ✨📚
shop.scholastic.co.uk/products/155...
A blind reader brings a forgotten book to life through touch — captured beautifully in Wen Hsu Chen’s artwork. ✨📚
shop.scholastic.co.uk/products/155...
Slip into someone else’s shoes and see the world through their eyes… now in paperback! 👟✨
Step Into My Shoes is a gentle, hopeful story about what happens when we pause long enough to imagine life from another person’s path. 🌍💛
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Step Into My Shoes is a gentle, hopeful story about what happens when we pause long enough to imagine life from another person’s path. 🌍💛
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November 28, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Slip into someone else’s shoes and see the world through their eyes… now in paperback! 👟✨
Step Into My Shoes is a gentle, hopeful story about what happens when we pause long enough to imagine life from another person’s path. 🌍💛
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Step Into My Shoes is a gentle, hopeful story about what happens when we pause long enough to imagine life from another person’s path. 🌍💛
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“Loving others is the loudest language of all.” — The New York Times
Thank you to @nytimes.com for this thoughtful review of Listening to the Quiet. 🤟✨
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Thank you to @nytimes.com for this thoughtful review of Listening to the Quiet. 🤟✨
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November 25, 2025 at 11:57 AM
“Loving others is the loudest language of all.” — The New York Times
Thank you to @nytimes.com for this thoughtful review of Listening to the Quiet. 🤟✨
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Thank you to @nytimes.com for this thoughtful review of Listening to the Quiet. 🤟✨
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For #DisabilityHistoryMonth, consider sharing My Must-Have Mum — a warm, inclusive story about a boy who worries he’ll be “upcycled” next, only to learn he’s perfect as he is.
Ideal for classroom conversations about identity, belonging, and family.
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Ideal for classroom conversations about identity, belonging, and family.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:52 PM
For #DisabilityHistoryMonth, consider sharing My Must-Have Mum — a warm, inclusive story about a boy who worries he’ll be “upcycled” next, only to learn he’s perfect as he is.
Ideal for classroom conversations about identity, belonging, and family.
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
Ideal for classroom conversations about identity, belonging, and family.
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
My day, my rights. ✨ #UNChildrensDay
Every child deserves to celebrate who they are and feel proud in their own skin. 💛
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Every child deserves to celebrate who they are and feel proud in their own skin. 💛
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November 20, 2025 at 5:31 PM
My day, my rights. ✨ #UNChildrensDay
Every child deserves to celebrate who they are and feel proud in their own skin. 💛
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Every child deserves to celebrate who they are and feel proud in their own skin. 💛
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Yijing Li was once cheered by classmates as she drew in kindergarten. Years later, a group of children secretly gathered behind her and applauded again — a moment that brought the memory rushing back.
It was then she chose to become an illustrator. 🎨💛
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It was then she chose to become an illustrator. 🎨💛
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November 18, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Yijing Li was once cheered by classmates as she drew in kindergarten. Years later, a group of children secretly gathered behind her and applauded again — a moment that brought the memory rushing back.
It was then she chose to become an illustrator. 🎨💛
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It was then she chose to become an illustrator. 🎨💛
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When the rain gets really serious, you build a boat big enough for you, your friends, and a dragon. 🐉🌧
From Sunday Rain — a warm story about imagination and making friends. ✨
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From Sunday Rain — a warm story about imagination and making friends. ✨
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November 16, 2025 at 2:18 PM
When the rain gets really serious, you build a boat big enough for you, your friends, and a dragon. 🐉🌧
From Sunday Rain — a warm story about imagination and making friends. ✨
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From Sunday Rain — a warm story about imagination and making friends. ✨
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We are thrilled to see that this year, @theclpe.bsky.social reports a more healthy landscape for inclusive representation in their annual report. Though there is still work to be done, we are committed, now and always, to contribute to that work. ⭐
Read more: clpe.org.uk/research/clp...
Read more: clpe.org.uk/research/clp...
November 14, 2025 at 2:51 PM
We are thrilled to see that this year, @theclpe.bsky.social reports a more healthy landscape for inclusive representation in their annual report. Though there is still work to be done, we are committed, now and always, to contribute to that work. ⭐
Read more: clpe.org.uk/research/clp...
Read more: clpe.org.uk/research/clp...
👟 Step Into My Shoes is a brilliant classroom read for teaching empathy & understanding.
Through Matou’s playful curiosity, children learn what it really means to “walk in someone else’s shoes.” ✨
Perfect for PSHE, assemblies & discussion starters! 💛
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Through Matou’s playful curiosity, children learn what it really means to “walk in someone else’s shoes.” ✨
Perfect for PSHE, assemblies & discussion starters! 💛
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
November 12, 2025 at 4:37 PM
👟 Step Into My Shoes is a brilliant classroom read for teaching empathy & understanding.
Through Matou’s playful curiosity, children learn what it really means to “walk in someone else’s shoes.” ✨
Perfect for PSHE, assemblies & discussion starters! 💛
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
Through Matou’s playful curiosity, children learn what it really means to “walk in someone else’s shoes.” ✨
Perfect for PSHE, assemblies & discussion starters! 💛
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
Aren’t we all just a little bit jealous of Afiya and her magical dress? ✨💛
From A Story About Afiya by James Berry & Anna Cunha — a lyrical celebration of childhood, memory, and imagination. 🌈
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From A Story About Afiya by James Berry & Anna Cunha — a lyrical celebration of childhood, memory, and imagination. 🌈
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November 7, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Aren’t we all just a little bit jealous of Afiya and her magical dress? ✨💛
From A Story About Afiya by James Berry & Anna Cunha — a lyrical celebration of childhood, memory, and imagination. 🌈
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From A Story About Afiya by James Berry & Anna Cunha — a lyrical celebration of childhood, memory, and imagination. 🌈
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“The artwork is expressive and oozes joy.” — @Booktrust
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We love this beautiful review for The Great Henna Party by Humera Malik and Sohali Zohra — a vibrant celebration of family, creativity, and love. 🎨
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We love this beautiful review for The Great Henna Party by Humera Malik and Sohali Zohra — a vibrant celebration of family, creativity, and love. 🎨
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November 5, 2025 at 5:41 PM
“The artwork is expressive and oozes joy.” — @Booktrust
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We love this beautiful review for The Great Henna Party by Humera Malik and Sohali Zohra — a vibrant celebration of family, creativity, and love. 🎨
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978183...
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We love this beautiful review for The Great Henna Party by Humera Malik and Sohali Zohra — a vibrant celebration of family, creativity, and love. 🎨
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978183...
We’re so excited to share that Freedom Braids (illustrated by Oboh Moses) and The Playdate (illustrated by Clara Dackenberg) have both been nominated for the @carnegiemedals.bsky.social for Illustration! ✨
Two stunning stories, two incredible illustrators 💫
#Booksky #Carnegies2026
Two stunning stories, two incredible illustrators 💫
#Booksky #Carnegies2026
November 3, 2025 at 11:32 AM
We’re so excited to share that Freedom Braids (illustrated by Oboh Moses) and The Playdate (illustrated by Clara Dackenberg) have both been nominated for the @carnegiemedals.bsky.social for Illustration! ✨
Two stunning stories, two incredible illustrators 💫
#Booksky #Carnegies2026
Two stunning stories, two incredible illustrators 💫
#Booksky #Carnegies2026
Not all shadows are scary. 🌑✨
SHADOW is a tender modern fairy tale about facing fear and finding light.
A perfect not-so-scary read for #Halloween. 👻
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SHADOW is a tender modern fairy tale about facing fear and finding light.
A perfect not-so-scary read for #Halloween. 👻
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October 31, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Not all shadows are scary. 🌑✨
SHADOW is a tender modern fairy tale about facing fear and finding light.
A perfect not-so-scary read for #Halloween. 👻
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SHADOW is a tender modern fairy tale about facing fear and finding light.
A perfect not-so-scary read for #Halloween. 👻
lernerbooks.com/shop/show/18...
Since its release last year, Ellie and the Marriage List has touched hearts with warmth, humour, and one extra sparkle. ✨
Come and hear her story this #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth
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Come and hear her story this #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth
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October 30, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Since its release last year, Ellie and the Marriage List has touched hearts with warmth, humour, and one extra sparkle. ✨
Come and hear her story this #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth
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Come and hear her story this #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth
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“‘Duncan’s heartfelt lines break like poetry.’ — The New York Times ✨
Freedom Braids by Monique Duncan and Oboh Moses — a moving story of strength, heritage, and identity — is now available in paperback!
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Freedom Braids by Monique Duncan and Oboh Moses — a moving story of strength, heritage, and identity — is now available in paperback!
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October 29, 2025 at 5:19 PM
“‘Duncan’s heartfelt lines break like poetry.’ — The New York Times ✨
Freedom Braids by Monique Duncan and Oboh Moses — a moving story of strength, heritage, and identity — is now available in paperback!
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978183...
Freedom Braids by Monique Duncan and Oboh Moses — a moving story of strength, heritage, and identity — is now available in paperback!
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978183...
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.
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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...
October 26, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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...
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...
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
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
October 22, 2025 at 5:56 PM
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
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
🌧️ 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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A spread from DEAREST ONE!
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October 19, 2025 at 8:51 PM
🌧️ 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!
Discover more 👉 uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
A spread from DEAREST ONE!
Discover more 👉 uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
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?
🌍 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?
October 17, 2025 at 8:34 PM
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?
🌍 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?
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
Now, when I braid my hair, I feel the strength and joy of all the women before me.
#BlackHistoryMonth #Booksky
October 16, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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
Now, when I braid my hair, I feel the strength and joy of all the women before me.
#BlackHistoryMonth #Booksky
📚 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. 🖤
This list is perfect for classrooms & libraries — inspiring young readers to remember their history, shape their future, and celebrate themselves. 🖤
October 11, 2025 at 5:34 PM
📚 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. 🖤
This list is perfect for classrooms & libraries — inspiring young readers to remember their history, shape their future, and celebrate themselves. 🖤
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! 💛📚
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! 💛📚
October 10, 2025 at 8:21 PM
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! 💛📚
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! 💛📚
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 🇹🇳
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Buy here 👉 lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...
October 7, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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...
Buy here 👉 lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...