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      • Gilam Agency - Giovanni Lamanna Agenzia Letteraria

        The Gilam Agency – founded by Giovanni Lamanna – is based in Italy and is specialized in Italian Fiction and Non-Fiction, and Children's Books. We represent about 25 authors, some already established (such as Attilio Del Giudice, Francesco Forlani, Peppe Lanzetta, Gianfranco Pecchinenda, Felice Piemontese, Elena Starace, Giulia Bracco, Roger Salloch), some beginners. We also hold the rights to Non-Fiction books (books about Maria Montessori, pedagogy, sport, social science, philosophy...) The Gilam Agency is partner of some Italian publishers (Neo Edizioni, Lavieri, Funambolo, Dalia, Fefé) in selling translation rights on foreign market. We are also going to represent foreign publishers for selling translation rights in Italy. The Gilam Agency takes part in the most important book fairs and exhibitions in Italy and in Europe. In 2020 the Agency has created a new brand (with its own dedicated staff) for Children's and Illustrated Book Rights (the Wrong Cat Rights Agency).

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        Children's & young adult fiction & true stories
        2015

        36 and 6 Cats

        by Halyna Vdovychenko

        36 and 6 cats — that’s exactly how many fluffy tailed creatures appeared in front of Mrs. Krepova’s apartment on one rainy evening. The stubborn woman was reluctant to welcome the strangers in her house, but everything changed when the feline, sphinx-like Baroness appeared and completely won her heart. Neither Mrs. Krepova nor her nephew Stas could have ever imagined the outcome of the invasion of their small apartment by 36 adult cats and 6 small kittens.

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        August 2015

        Olchi-Detektive 13. Die große Flut

        by Erhard Dietl, Barbara Iland-Olschewski, Wolf Frass, Peter Weis, Patrick Bach, Christine Pappert, Stephanie Kirchberger, Hans Peter Korff, Tim Grobe, Monty Arnold, Rudolf Danielewicz, Jens Wendland, Kai Henrik Möller, Bernd Stephan, Mirco Kreibich, Christiane Leuchtmann, Markus Langer, CSC Studio, Erhard Dietl, Christoph Schöne, Frank Gustavus, Frank Gustavus

        Hochwasseralarm! Eine Sturmflut rollt direkt auf London zu. Zum Glück gibt es die Thames Barrier, ein großes Sperrwerk, das die Einwohner vor der Flut schützt. Doch Firebomb Jack wäre nicht der fieseste Gangsterboss von London, wenn er die Situation nicht für seine Zwecke nutzen würde. Seine Bande reißt die Kontrolle über die Thames Barrier an sich und fordert ein hohes Lösegeld. Sonst lassen die Halunken London für immer unter den Wassermassen verschwinden. Können die Olchi-Detektive die nahende Katastrophe verhindern? Band 13 von Erhard Dietls "Die Olchi-Detektive". Hörspiel mit den beliebten Olchi-Sprechern.

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        January 2018

        Mein Lotta-Leben (13). Wenn die Frösche zweimal quaken

        by Pantermüller, Alice; Kohl, Daniela

        Gaaah! Seit Cheyenne und ich uns mit einem Gruselfilm auf den Schul-Vorlesewettbewerb vorbereitet haben, passieren voll unheimliche Dinge: Cheyenne kann auf einmal total gut lesen (Zauberei!), Mama hat ausgerechnet an einem Freitag, den 13., einen Unfall und dann müssen meine Blödbrüder und ich auch noch kurzfristig zu Oma und Opa ziehen. Bei denen wohnt neuerdings ein ganz merkwürdiger schwarzer Kater und auch sonst begegnen Cheyenne und mir auf einmal überall schaurige Gestalten. Uns ist voll das Unglück auf den Fersen! Und meine Blockflöte kann ausnahmsweise mal gar nichts dafür …

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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: n.miroshnyk@vivat.factor.ua

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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: bondarenkosvetlak@gmail.com

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        April 2022

        Tom Gates 13. Mega-Abenteuer (oder so)

        by Liz Pichon, Frank Bahrenberg

        Toms Familie beschließt, einen Ausflug zu machen. Er ist schon ganz aufgeregt: Es wird bestimmt megaspannend! Doch dann besichtigen sie ein düsteres altes Schloss, in dem man nichts anfassen darf. Bis sich die Gates-Familie in einem Labyrinth verirrt ? und auf einmal geht alles schief! Das 13. Abenteuer der erfolgreichen Serie.

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        April 2024

        Das Buch der seltsamen Wünsche 2. Der 13. Wunsch

        by Angie Westhoff, Michael Bayer

        In "Das Buch der seltsamen Wünsche 2. Der 13. Wunsch" von Angie Westhoff setzen Flint und seine Freunde ihr außergewöhnliches Abenteuer fort. Nachdem sie im ersten Band die Geheimnisse um das mysteriöse Buch der Wünsche gelüftet haben, entscheiden sie sich, in diesen Ferien ihr eigenes Wünsche-Buch zu kreieren. Ihre Freude währt jedoch nicht lange, denn kurz nachdem das Buch fertiggestellt ist, wird es ihnen gestohlen. Das größte Rätsel dabei: Der 13. Wunsch, den nur Hausmeister Schripp kennt, ist nun in den Händen der Diebe. Unbeirrt von diesem Rückschlag, nehmen Flint und seine Freunde die Verfolgung auf, entschlossen, ihr Buch zurückzuerlangen und das Geheimnis des 13. Wunsches zu enthüllen. Was als Spiel begann, entwickelt sich schnell zu einem Rennen gegen die Zeit, bei dem alte und neue Freundschaften auf die Probe gestellt werden. Westhoff webt eine Geschichte, die sowohl die Bedeutung von Zusammenhalt als auch den Wert jedes einzelnen Wunsches hervorhebt. Die Kinder werden mit Herausforderungen konfrontiert, die sie nur gemeinsam meistern können, und lernen dabei, über ihre eigenen Bedürfnisse hinauszuschauen. "Der 13. Wunsch" ist nicht nur ein spannendes Abenteuer voller Rätsel und Magie, sondern auch eine tiefgründige Erkundung der Freundschaft und der Kraft, die in der Gemeinschaft liegt. Gelistet bei Antolin. Fortsetzung des beliebten ersten Bands von Angie Westhoff, die Fans und neue Leser gleichermaßen begeistern wird. Eine fesselnde Mischung aus Abenteuer, Rätseln und dem unzerbrechlichen Band der Freundschaft. Bietet wertvolle Lektionen über Teamarbeit, Mut und den Glauben an die eigenen Fähigkeiten. Perfekt für junge Leser*innen ab 10 Jahren, die spannende Geschichten mit Herz und Verstand schätzen. Enthält komplexe Charaktere, die sich im Laufe der Geschichte weiterentwickeln und mit denen sich Kinder leicht identifizieren können. Die Handlung hält Leser bis zur letzten Seite gefangen und regt zum Nachdenken über die Bedeutung von Wünschen und Zielen im Leben an. Gelobt für Westhoffs lebendigen und einnehmenden Schreibstil, der junge Leser*innen in die Geschichte eintauchen lässt.

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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: n.miroshnyk@vivat.factor.ua

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        Children's & YA

        Skovoroda. Fables

        by Hryhoriy Skovoroda (Author), Leonid Ushkalov (Editor), Innokentij Korshunov (Illustrator)

        Hryhorii Skovoroda's fables are philosophical miniatures, reflections on congenial work, fulfilling one's vocation, happiness, and gratitude. While these elements should fill the life of a wise person and are worthy of reflection, these Fables are, first and foremost, good and funny stories about animals enjoyable for readers of all ages. Skovoroda's fables will teach young readers important lessons, including: Not limiting oneself to the exteriority of things but also focusing on their inner essence. Pursuing activities that fulfill one's vocation. Avoiding deception of others. Recognizing the value of time. The fables were arranged and adapted for children by one of the foremost experts on Skovoroda's works, Leonid Ushkalov.     From 6 to 9 years, 5850 words Rightsholders: n.miroshnyk@vivat.factor.ua

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        Children's & YA
        January 2020

        A Spark That Became a Star

        by Serhiy Loskot (Author), Anastasia Shygaeva (Illustrator)

        In the small house of a large family there was a furnace. And in the furnace lived a spark. Although she was tiny, she had a big dream. Once, on Christmas Eve, the furnace and the fire argued over which one of them was the most important between the two. All the sparks and coals intervened in the conversation. Until our little spark took a deep breath and... Do you know what happens to dreams during the magic night of Christmas? Serhiy Loskot will tell you in this beautiful story!   From 3 to 6 years, 335 words Rightsholders: hanna.bulhakova@ranok-school.com

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        Children's & YA

        Winged Stories. Big Plans

        by Sashko Dermanskyi (Author), Nataliia Oliinyk (Illustrator)

        Airplanes, just like children, are sometimes afraid of new things, not always confident in their abilities, but thirsty for adventure and discovery and always ready to make real friends. These stories were created in cooperation with Antonov State Enterprise, which designed the Mriia and Ruslan aircrafts known all over the world."I have big plans for you," said the Engineer to the airplane, which was a little different from the others and a little worried about it. The story is about the incredible adventures of the AN-2 airplane, which, thanks to its special wing design, could take off and land even where there were no prepared airfields. To extinguish forest fires? Land on the water? Take photos and videos? What else did the restless Engineer come up with for the very brave airplane?For five years now, the Antei giant has been flying only in a dream. One day he woke up to the fact that mechanics were scurrying around him like restless ants and conducting an inspection. What does this mean? Is he going to return to the sky soon? The Chief Engineer has an important task for the experienced Antei - to transport an extremely important cargo to Africa.   From 3 to 6 years, 10 000 words Rightsholders: n.miroshnyk@vivat.factor.ua

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        Children's & YA
        January 2022

        Alf the Cat-Detective

        by Yulita Ran (Author), Maria Rudyk (Illustrator)

        Alf is great at finding things and the whole family adores him. One day, Alf gets a very important mission – to find a little boy! The girl Sophie comes to the cat-detective begging to help her to find her younger brother. They are looking for the little boy everywhere: sand-pit, playhouse and even near the road! But the little boy just vanished into the air! Luckily, Alf knows someone that can give him a hint of where the boy can be. And what good news! Alf and Sophie in the end find the boy safe and sound! Truly Alf proved once again that he is the best cat-detective ever!   From 3 to 6 years, 1673 words Rightsholders:  hanna.bulhakova@ranok-school.com

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        2017

        Twelve Years

        by Huang Yongyu

        Since 2006, Mr. Huang Yongyu has created 14 picture-text works on the 12 signs of the Chinese zodiac every year, with cultural anecdotes, historical allusions, legends and his thoughts of social issues as well as his personal life experiences and artistic attitude incorporated therein. Totally 168 works have been created in 12 years, and the twelve creatures of the Chinese zodiac constitute a perfect completeness. They are humorous as well as poetic and interesting; ethereal, fresh and lifelike, containing the wisdom and philosophy of life; also blend his sense of innovation in the paintings, fitting the modern era's psychological needs for auspicious culture and those for folk culture; and expound the Chinese zodiac cultural concept of "vivid lifelikeness".

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        Children's & YA
        January 2020

        The Story Told by Zhuka

        by Grasya Oliyko (Author), Grasya Oliyko (Illustrator)

        The dog Zhuka lives at a gas station with her brother Sirius.They are fed by a nice woman, but one day she disappears. Miserable times await the dogs, because winter is coming, and workers at the gas station decide to get rid of them and take them out as soon as possible. Who knows what would have happened to them if one day a car with a family didn’t stop on the roadside and gave them shelter and love. The story told by Zhuka – the first picture book by the Ukrainian illustrator Grasya Oliyko – is an ingenuous and moving story that will touch the strings of both children’s and adult’s hearts.   From 3 to 6 years, 799 words Rightsholders: Ivan Fedechko;  ivan.fedechko@starlev.com.ua

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        October 2019

        Das Herz der Zeit: Die Nacht der Eulen

        The Heart of Time: The Night of the Owls

        by Monika Peetz

        Lena is having a hard time adjusting to ordinary life. How can she forget Dante, the boy whose eyes are different colours? But she soon has much bigger worries. On a school trip she realises that her pursuers haven’t given up after all. At the last minute, Lena manages to pass the chronometer she uses to travel through time to her friend Bobbie. A fateful mistake.  Fleeing, Bobbie stumbles into the past and becomes trapped in the year 1900. While she fights her way as a papergirl, Lena breaks her promise and returns to the invisible city to look for help – and Dante. Soon all three of them are on a mission to prevent their enemies from constructing chronometers to travel through time themselves. But they’re always a step ahead and the whole invisible world is in danger…   12+ years The first volume of an enthralling new fantasy trilogy with two headstrong time-travellers English sample translation available!

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        Children's & YA
        2019

        Saurus and His Younger Brother

        by Myroslav Laiuk (Author), Katerina Sad (Illustrator)

        Saurus and His Younger Brother is a fairy tale about the changing life of little Saurus from the Stegosaurus family. Saurus' life undergoes a transformation when he learns that a younger brother will soon join his family. Alongside Saurus, young readers will explore emotions such as jealousy toward a younger sibling, self-awareness, and the value of all children, whether older or younger. Through Saurus's story, children will come to understand that younger siblings are not merely trouble-makers but true friends who help you grow stronger, more confident, and more mature.   From 3 to 6 years, 2880 words Rightsholders: Ivan Fedechko,  ivan.fedechko@starlev.com.ua

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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:  mybookshelf.publishing@gmail.com

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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, olushchevska@gmail.com

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