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Literature & Literary StudiesJune 2025Critical games
On play and seriousness in academia, literature and life
by Tim Beasley-Murray
Critical Games is about the games we play (whether we know it or not), the ways we play them (for fun, but also to win, and to gain approval from others), and what happens when they get out of hand. The book interrogates the theory of play and gaming, with a particular focus on the games played by literary authors and literary critics. Drawing on (often self-critical) autobiography, as well as readings in texts across a range of languages, Tim Beasley-Murray plays with academic conventions to highlight what is at stake in them, turning to the Game of Literature, from Kafka to Carrère, to seek models and warnings of the outcomes of taking games too seriously, or not taking them seriously enough.
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April 2021Mbumanjé and the Bamum Royal Pipe
by Emmanuel Matateyou
It was the day of the Nja festival. The entire capital was animated. Each queen woke up, went towards the crowd and returned with their mothers in front of the throne, where the king gave them gifts. When it was Mbumanjé’s turn to present her mother to the king, she went towards the crowd, and to everyone’s surprise, presented a healthy-looking woman who was well dressed. Disappointment!
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August 2022Echt jetzt?! 99 bescheuerte Lügen über Jungs, die du nicht glauben solltest
by Felix Treder, Felix Treder, GbR Designdoppel, Uticha Marmon
Als Junge hat man am Anfang der Pubertät viele Fragen – hier kommt endlich ein moderner Ratgeber, der mit "Echte Kerle"-Rollenbilderquatsch aufräumt. Während weibliche Genderklischees langsam verschwinden, werden Jungs meist immer noch mit Survival-Tricks und Steinzeit-Ratschlägen abgespeist. Echt jetzt, 2021?? Doch Felix Treder knöpft sich die klassischen Lügen über Jungs vor, nimmt sie auseinander und verabschiedet sich mit einem Augenzwinkern von veralteten Rollenbildern und heteronormativen Denkmustern. Echt woke und gar nicht cringe, dieser Typ!
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True stories2022Ferocious February 2022. Evidence of the first days of the invasion.
by Darya Bura, Evgenia Podobna
On February 24, 2022, Ukrainians woke up in another reality: the sky was torned by the roar of Russian fighter jets, Russian missiles were flying at Ukrainian cities, subway stations have become the shelters. In this new reality, the concept of absolute security no longer existed. The first days of the war were very emotional and scary. You don't know what to do, you can't keep up with the news. You can't do anything because of these news... For not allowing anyone to rewrite our history, to put in it something that did not exist, like the Russians do when they swear black is white, we decided to collect people's memories of the first days of a full-scale invasion. To remember...
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December 2020Festivals of Chinese Ethnic Groups·Ewenki: The God of Fire Festival
by Yan Xiangjun, Zha Xuan
This book mainly describes the origin of the Ewenki ethnic group's god of fire sacrificial custom. According to legend, a poor hunter went hunting a long time ago, but he ran for a whole day without catching any prey. When he was tired and hungry, a cave appeared in front of his eyes. He walked into the cave in a daze and fell asleep. When he woke up, he found two completely different houses, one was owned by the rich and the other was by the poor. The hunter went to the rich's house for help, but was expelled by the rich with disgust. The hunter then went to the poor's house and was warmly welcomed. At this time, the hunter heard someone talking on the roof: "Let me punish the greedy rich!" Then the hunter realized that the man on the roof was the god of fire, whom everyone feared. The Ewenki people regard the 23rd of December every year as the God of Fire Festival.
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Children's & YAWinged 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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Humanities & Social SciencesApril 2024An empire of many cultures
Bahá’ís, Muslims, Jews and the British state, 1900–20
by Diane Robinson-Dunn
Based upon extensive archival research and bringing to life the words and actions of extraordinary individuals from the early 20th century, this book calls into question contemporary assumptions about the appreciation of diversity as a solely postcolonial phenomenon. It shows how Bahá'í, Muslim, and Jewish leaders prior to and during WWI found value in the existence of many different religions, races, languages, nations, and ethnicities within the British Empire. Recognition of this heterogeneity combined with sympathy for certain liberal traditions allowed those historical actors to engage with that imperial state and culture in ways that would have an impact on future generations and relevance to modern debates.
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Family & home stories (Children's/YA)October 2020Casas
by María José Ferrada, Pep Carrió
The authors of this book take us on a journey through the different ways of inhabiting a house. Based on illustrations by Pep Carrió made with acrylic markers, the writer María José Ferrada uses poetic language and humor to propose a set of micro stories that invite readers to observe their own ways of inhabiting the world.
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Children's & YA2009Strange book
by Alexander Asatiani
All books have either writing, pictures or both in it, but the book that Ellen got as a gift has neither. It does, however, have extraordinary recording powers. Like in so many of Sandro’s stories, in The Strange Book it is completely natural for dreams to merge with reality. Through the matter-of-fact occurrence of unlikely events, The Strange Book tells a story of growing up without abandoning the inner child.
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FictionMirra, The Migrant Princess
by Pedro J. Fernández
In an era where the historical novel reigns supreme, "The Migrant Princess" emergesas a beacon of classical storytelling replete with the allure of bygone adventures. Theprotagonist's odyssey from a princess in the palatial splendors of India to a life ofcaptivity in New Spain captures the timeless quest for freedom. Catarina de SanJuan's narrative is not just a tale of physical liberation but a profound exploration ofself-discovery and personal growth. As readers, we embark on a journey that mirrorsour own — the inevitable transition from the innocence of childhood to thecomplexities of adulthood, underscored by the universal longing for a place we cancall home. This novel is a tapestry woven with threads of nostalgia, reminiscent of the serializednovels of the 19th century, each chapter a cherished installment that beckons thereader to a world both magnificent and mysterious. The author masterfully balancesthe historical accuracy of Catarina's epoch with a fictional reimagining that is bothengaging and relatable. It's a narrative that resonates with the adventurer in all of us,inviting us to rediscover our own world through the eyes of a princess far from home. "The Migrant Princess" is not only a novel but an experience. It is a reminder of why weread — to feel, to learn, and to dream. It beckons to readers across demographicswith its message of resilience and the enduring power of hope. This book is poised tobecome a beloved classic, and it would be a prestigious addition to your publication'sesteemed collection. Consider this novel a journey worth taking, an opportunity todive into the depths of human spirit, and a story that promises to leave its mark on thehearts of its readers.
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Biography & True StoriesFebruary 2017Jackie Chan：Never Grow Up, Only Get Older
by Jackie Chan, Zhu Mo
This is an autobiography of Chinese Kongfu star Jackie Chan. The book is a true recording of this international superstar’s growth and life experience for the last 50 years. It tells us the legendary actor’s stories, and also reflects a fantastic acting age.
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May 2016La mujer de la guarda
by Sara Bertrand, Alejandra Algorta
Jacinta wants to know how her mother is able to breathe inside the coffin, but her aunts tell her it’s better if she concentrates in taking care of her brothers. Jacinta remembers some things about her mum, like the sound of the spoon in the cup when she stirred the milk until it was smooth. When her father arrives early, Jacinta and her brothers eat together and laugh at dessert time when he draws milk toffees and chewing gum from behind their ears. Jacinta is a weirdo in a world where other children have a mother. Jacinta has no guardian angel, but a woman traveling on a blue horse watches over her.
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Children's & YA2020The After-Time Chronicles
One Small Spark
by Andy Woodage
In the footsteps of Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series comes Andy Woodage's debut novel and our entrance into his bio-engineered fantasy world. The After-Time Chronicles: One Small Spark is a young-adult fantasy novel of good, evil, genetically engineered creatures, romance, blood, and the search for belonging. Imagine a world without oil, where metals are only available if they can be salvaged or recycled. Imagine if coal was running out. It’s a world where armies no longer build metal monsters, but biological horrors. A world where genetic engineering has become the art of war. This is 12-year-old Jothan’s world. Orphaned by a terrible accident, he dreams of leaving his uneventful life with his grandparents on the family’s griffin farm. However, when a catastrophic attack wipes out every homestead in The Zoological Zone, his world is turned upside down. He finds himself thrust into a story larger than he ever dreamed, embarking on a rough journey with a mysteriously appearing warrior to the fabled ‘Temple of Elohim’. Accompanied by his best friend, the griffin Gozell, Jothan sets off across a land ravaged by poverty and wild creatures. Battling his way across the dangerous landscape, his eyes are opened to an empire in the grip of war and unrest... with the ever increasing weight of his role in events to come. Will they make it to the Temple? Will they be welcomed when they arrive? Can Jothan unravel the secrets that seem to control the lives of everyone he meets, including his mysterious saviour?
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Children's & YAChangeling
by Kotryna Zylė
Changeling is a rebellious novel about creativity, youth and the raging intensity of teenage emotional life. The gripping story plunges the reader into the depths of a mystical town, a haunting and haunted place, where boundaries between the real and the otherworldly become dangerously blurred. A strange and electrifying tale of teenage disenchantment, Changeling is a work of stunning emotional force that captures the twisted complexities of family relationships and friendships, first love, and the quest for self-definition. Guided by short introductions to Baltic mythology, readers will find themselves in an urban landscape steeped in pagan and post-Soviet history.
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February 2021Layers
by Poznanski, U.
Can You Believe Your Eyes? Dorian has been living on the streets since running away from home, and has always managed to fend for himself pretty well. But when he wakes up one morning beside a dead homeless man who has evidently been murdered, Dorian panics – he can’t remember anything of what happened the previous night. Is he responsible for the man’s murder? Then a stranger appears with an unexpected offer of help, and Dorian seizes the opportunity with both hands – this is his chance to hide from the police. The stranger works with young people in need, and he takes Dorian to a villa where he is given food, new clothes and even schooling.But Dorian soon learns that you get nothing for free in this life. In return for being looked after at the villa, Dorian is expected to distribute mysterious free gifts – gifts which are very carefully sealed. And when an unexpected turn of events results in him keeping one of the gifts, he finds himself being hunted by merciless pursuers. After the international YA-bestseller Erebos, Saeculum and The Eleria-Trilogy Ursula Poznanski now presents her new thriller: Layers Awarded with the Hans-Jörg-Martin Prize 2016 for the best YA-Thriller! More information also available under: www.layers-buch.de
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Children's & YANovember 2019Claire Malone Changes the World
by Nadia L. King / Alisa Knatko
Swedish schoolgirl, Greta Thunberg has captured the world’s attention as she campaigns to raise awareness of climate change and calls world leaders to account. All children can follow Greta’s lead. Claire Malone is the hero of Claire Malone Changes the World, a feisty character with boundless energy to change her world for the better. Armed with her typewriter and the determination to make a difference, Claire is an ordinary kid with an extraordinary desire to change things for the better. Writing letter after letter, Claire advocates for change. One day she notices that her local park needs upgrading and she commits wholeheartedly to the cause. This an empowering and inspiring picture book for young children but especially for girls. You will love the journey of Claire, a strong and ambitious girl, so much that you will want to read this book over and over again.
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Children's & YAOctober 2021The Lost Smile
by Nadia L. King / Nelli Aghekyan
When Zaytoon wakes up feeling sad, she goes on a search to find her smile. From the kitchen to the garden, Zaytoon searches high and low,and eventually discovers her smile — it’s smiling at her from her reflection in the window! The Lost Smile is beautifully illustrated colourful picture book that demonstrates the importance of accepting our emotions. Zaytoon’s journey shows children it’s okay to be sad and reassures young readers that sadness can be temporary. Themes include cultural diversity, emotional intelligence, family life and the importance of connecting with nature and animals.
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Health & Personal DevelopmentKizere Wets The Bed
by Safari Jean Marie Vianney
Many children wet the bed. This comic storybook takes us on the journey of Kizere trying to overcome it. Gladly, with the help from parents and friends, she overcame it.
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Children's & YAMarch 2020Amelie Trott and the Earth Watchers
by Moyra Irving
This is the extraordinary story of how one small girl stopped a planetary catastrophe. It’s a very timely book, written for the child in us all, with a forceful message about the power of young people to transform the world - a theme currently demonstrated by brave young heroes like Greta Thunberg. And with magical synchronicity, the very week Greta began her lone vigil outside the Swedish government last year, over 1,000 miles (1,897 km) away in the fictional world of books, Amelie Trott took to Parliament Square, London - on a mission to avert the End of the World. It’s a family drama with an international feel - set mainly in England but with episodes in Washington DC and around the world.
