New Releases by Ed Vere

Waffles and Julius, a winning new grumpy/sunshine duo, will steal your heart in this tender and funny picture book about friendship and respecting each other’s differences-–from Ed Vere, the bestselling creator of Max the Brave and How to Be a Lion. Waffles really, really loves hugs. Julius does not. Waffles would very much like to hug his friend Julius. Julius, however, prefers other things: most notably, cat-naps. But definitely not hugs. Waffles will wait until Julius is ready. It won''t be so hard...will it? This is a charming story about respecting one another’s differences–and the beautiful friendships that can blossom when we do.

USA TODAY BESTSELLER! An inspiring, seafaring fable about a determined and brave elephant who reaches for his dreams, from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Ed Vere. "There is only one thing I want to do . . . So I will do it!" Gabriel the elephant dreams of being part of the lifeboat crew in his seaside town, but he is too young, and too little. But soon, Gabriel grows up and he is too . . . BIG! Disappointed but undaunted, Gabriel makes a plan. He hammers and chops, saws and sands, and builds his very own boat. One night, a great storm hits, and it''s Gabriel''s time to shine, pulling his oars alone against the crashing waves to save a crew in peril. Young children will love rooting for underdog Gabriel and will draw inspiration from his determination to achieve his dreams despite hurdles and setbacks. The Elephant and the Sea is a perfect gift for anyone setting out on a new path, encouraging them to face life’s obstacles with optimism.

From the award-winning Ed Vere comes a joyful and inspirational celebration of beauty, mistakes and the artist in all of us ‘The Artist''s optimistic ending, in particular, makes it perfect for bedtime reading and bedtime dreaming for little artists. It’s a useful reminder for grown-up artists too.’ - Art Quarterly One brave little artist goes on one epic adventure to share her art, and in doing so learns that it doesn''t matter if you colour outside the lines, that art is full of heart... and that maybe you are an artist too! What is an artist? Someone who sees beauty... Someone with a mind full of colours, feelings, and ideas... Someone who plays and dreams and makes... Praise for How to be a Lion - winner of the Oscar''s Book Prize "This witty, resonant picture book is a manual for anyone''s life, young or old." Sunday Times Children''s Book of the Week "Positive role models showing boys how to be a whole person are few and far between these days. This marvellous book triumphs in that essential job." Kirkus

Analytische annotatie (jeugd): Leonard is anders dan de andere leeuwen. Leonard is lief, houdt van wandelen, nadenken, dromen en dichten. Als hij eendje Marianne ontmoet, schrokt hij haar niet op, maar worden ze vrienden. Dat zint de andere leeuwen niet. Prentenboek met expressieve illustraties in warme kleuren. Vanaf ca. 4 jaar.

Korean edition of [How to Be a Lion] by Ed Vere. From the New York Times bestselling author/illustrator of [Max the Brave] comes an inspiring and adorable picture book about a pair of unlikely friends who face down a pack of bullies. This sweet, funny, thoughtful, and much-needed story will open up readers'' eyes to the importance of being who they are and not backing down to hurtful criticism. Korean edition translated by Seo Nam Hee.

Mr Big is strong, Mr Big is tough, Mr Big is . . . well . . . BIG! He has just one small problem - because of the way he looks he just can''t get people to stick around. How can he show them that although he may look a little scary, he is just a great big softy inside? With his trademark bold colour and masterful graphic simplicity, Ed Vere sensitively and humorously tackles the universal and current subject of inclusion, reminding the reader that to get to know someone you need to look beyond their exterior.

Du musst nicht brüllen, um gehört zu werden Löwe Leonard ist ein Freund der leisen Töne. Er denkt gerne nach, spielt mit Worten und hält nicht viel vom Wildsein. Als er in Ente Marianne eine Seelenverwandte findet, werden die beiden beste Freunde. Doch die anderen Löwen drängen Leonard, Marianne nach Löwenart zu behandeln: schnapp, mampf, schmatz ... Aber Leonard und Marianne verteidigen mutig ihre Art zu leben. Schließlich darf jeder sein, wie er ist – der eine laut und wild, der andere leise und nachdenklich. – Ein wunderschönes Bilderbuch für alle, die auch ganz einfach sein wollen, wie sie sind.

Den lille frø elsker at vinde, den elsker også at hoppe. Men hvad sker der, når den ikke vinder eller hopper? Bliver den sur?

Ideal for small hands, this board book edition of Max at Night is the perfect bedtime read. Meet Max - the mighty kitten and New York Times bestseller! Witty and heart-warming, stylish and beautifully illustrated, Max the Brave is now ready for a nighttime adventure. This is Max. Max is very sleepy. It''s way past Max''s bedtime. Max has drunk his milk. Max has brushed his teeth. Max has cleaned behind his ears. Now Max just needs to say goodnight. . . Max is tired and all ready for bed, but when he can''t find the moon to say goodnight to, he sets out to find it. But that''s not as easy as Max had hoped...

Venez rencontrer Léonard, un lion pas comme les autres. Il aime la poésie. Marianne, sa meilleure amie, est une cane. Ce qui ne plaît pas du tout aux autres lions, qui refusent que Léonard soit doux et ne comprennent pas Léonard. Car les lions mangent les canards, c''est bien connu, c''est comme ça. Mais pas Léonard. Léonard, lui préfère la poésie, et c''est de cette manière qu''il répondra. Un message tout en douceur et poésie sur le droit à la différence.

¿Quién dice que todos los leones tienen que ser feroces? Tanto da que los demás digan que solo hay una forma correcta. Hay que ser valiente, y ser uno mismo, cada uno a su manera.

Fingers McGraw is the sneakiest cheese thief in town. He''s on the run with the law on his tail and he needs you to help him make his getaway! Keep a look out for the big eyes, large feet and long nose of officer Elephant as you follow Fingers'' trail through downtown New York and remember, even the best look-out can fail and even the sneakiest of thieves get caught...or do they? From the New York Times bestselling creator of Max the Brave, Ed Vere

From the New York Times bestselling author/illustrator of Max the Brave comes an inspiring and adorable picture book about a pair of unlikely friends who face down a pack of bullies. In this timely and charming story about the importance of being true to yourself, mindfulness, and standing by your friends, we meet Leonard, a lion, and his best friend Marianne, a . . . duck. Leonard and Marianne have a happy life together—talking, playing, writing poems, and making wishes, But one day, a pack of bullies questions whether it''s right for a lion and a duck to be pals. Leonard soon learns there are many ways to be a lion, and many ways to be a friend, and that sometimes finding just the right words can change the world . . . This sweet, funny, thoughtful, and much-needed story will open up readers'' eyes to the importance of being who they are and not backing down to hurtful criticism. It''s an empowering tale about connecting with others and choosing kindness over bullying, and shows children how angry and provocative words can be overcome by empathy and inner courage.

Grinchouille la grenouille n''est pas grinchouille et ne ronchonne jamais... En tout cas, c''est ce qu''elle prétend. Grinchouille est juste une grenouille verte comme les autres, à ceci près qu''elle n''aime que trois choses : le vert et rien que le vert (surtout pas le rose !), bondir avec des amis, et gagner ! Mais que se passe-t-il quand elle perd ? Et lorsque personne ne veut bondir avec elle ? Ou si, comble de l''horreur, un lapin "rose" veut devenir son ami ? Grinchouille la grenouille découvre le supplice de la solitude et boude. Parviendra-t-elle à reconnaître ses torts et à s''excuser ? L''album propose également une lecture à deux voix, où la grenouille dialogue avec le lecteur. La "voix du lecteur" interroge le comportement de la grenouille pour l''aider à se débarrasser de sa mauvaise humeur.

Leonard er ikke som alle andre løver. Hans beste venn er Marianne, en and. Dette er en fortelling om at man ikke bøhøver å brøle høyt for å bli hørt, og en hyllest av mot å gå sine egne veier og tenke selv. billedbok for førskolebarn/småskoletrinnet. Omtalen er utarbeidet av BS.