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New Releases by Oliver Jeffers

Oliver Jeffers is the author of There’s a Ghost in this House (2026), The Boy and Penguin Little Library (2026), I'm Very Busy (2025), Lost and Found Jigsaw Book (2025), Come trovare una stella (2025).

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There’s a Ghost in this House

release date: Aug 27, 2026
There’s a Ghost in this House
A captivating new picture book full of spooky surprises, from world-renowned artist Oliver Jeffers.

The Boy and Penguin Little Library

release date: Mar 26, 2026
The Boy and Penguin Little Library
The boy and penguin from the much-loved classic picture book Lost and Found return in this cute board book collection of mini board books. Stories of the boy and penguin have enchanted readers worldwide, ever since they first appeared together in the bestselling contemporary classic, Lost and Found, over twenty years ago. Now the much-loved characters are introduced to a new generation of fans, in this irresistible set of four mini board books. Find out how the boy and penguin met, join them on their travels - and more - in this cute story collection, perfect for the youngest readers! The books in this set are: How We Met, Things We Do, Places We Go and At Home Together.

I'm Very Busy

release date: Oct 07, 2025
I'm Very Busy
A poignant—and laugh-out-loud funny—story about our busy lives and how we can fix our mistakes to show our friends how much we care by world-renowned artist and picture book creator Oliver Jeffers. It’s Bridget’s birthday, and she thinks it would be fun to spend the day with friends. But Royal has places to go, Rodney has to see a man about a dog, Regis has to wash his hair, and Pearl has a list of items she needs to cross off as quickly as she can. Bridget’s friends are all too busy to hang out! Will Bridget have to spend her birthday all alone? In a story that shows how friends are more important than the busy-ness of a day, Oliver Jeffers’ bold and brilliant art pair with a powerful story that makes readers realize what truly matters. Another masterpiece from the internationally bestselling picture book creator of Here We Are and Begin Again.

Lost and Found Jigsaw Book

release date: Sep 23, 2025
Lost and Found Jigsaw Book
An enduring classic from one of today’s most acclaimed and bestselling picture book creators, Oliver Jeffers Once there was a boy and one day he found a penguin at his door… Read the much-loved story and complete the six 12-piece jigsaw puzzles to bring each scene to life. Praise for Lost and Found * “Youngsters will cheer the pals’ inevitable reunion and will . . . request an immediate rereading of this gently humorous and heartwarming tale of friendship found, lost, and regained.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review “From [the] opening line to the very end, this gentle story of friendship will capture young readers’ imaginations . . . The text’s subtle humor and the appealing visuals make this title a wonderful read-aloud.” —School Library Journal

Come trovare una stella

release date: Jan 01, 2025

Where to Hide Star Hb

release date: Oct 10, 2024

Where to Hide a Star

release date: Oct 08, 2024
Where to Hide a Star
World-renowned artist and picture book creator Oliver Jeffers brings to life an endearing story about the magic of friendship—and sharing what brings us joy. Celebrate twenty years of The Boy in this highly anticipated new adventure from the internationally bestselling picture book creator of Lost and Found, Oliver Jeffers! Once there was a boy who would often play hide-and-seek with his friends the star and the penguin. The star was always easy to find, but one day it went missing. So, the boy radioed the Martian for help, and soon found himself on an exciting spaceship rescue mission to the North Pole! But there, he discovered that he wasn’t the only one who had always dreamed of having a star as a friend . . . The out-of-this-world, long-awaited sequel to the much-loved Boy stories, loved all around the world—now introducing a brand-new character!

Antes disso | Tradução altamente recomendável FNLIJ 2025

release date: Aug 26, 2024
Antes disso | Tradução altamente recomendável FNLIJ 2025
Do artista plástico ganhador do British Book of the Year, do Roald Dahl Funny Prize e da Kate Greenaway Medal O ousado e artístico trabalho de Oliver Jeffers parte do princípio: do início de todas as coisas que conhecemos e às quais somos familiares; do momento mais remoto do agora. De lá, leva o leitor em uma jornada até aqui, o nosso presente, e oferece questionamentos desafiadores: para onde estamos indo? De onde viemos? Quando e por que tudo isso começou? Como podemos pensar em um futuro da humanidade além dos avanços tecnológicos? E qual é a essência da humanidade que vale a pena mantermos para esse futuro? Com ilustrações de tirar o fôlego, a ponderação de Jefferes sobre o estado do mundo é profunda, emocionante e poderosa. Esta narrativa apresenta uma perspectiva tocante que, unida ao traço singular do autor, provoca uma importante reflexão sobre a natureza da existência e a importância de pensarmos sobre a nossa origem — e o nosso destino, seja ele qual for.

Begin Again

release date: Oct 03, 2023
Begin Again
In his first illustrated book created specifically for readers of all ages, Oliver Jeffers shares a very brief history of humanity and shares his dreams for where we go from here. With his bold, iconic art, Oliver Jeffers follows the human path from the dawn of our species through history, sharing profound, sometimes poignant, commentary on our present, and then offers a challenge: Where do we go from here? How can we create new stories and new systems that allow all of humanity to flourish? How can we journey toward a collective and robust future? Illustrated in his world-renowned art style, Oliver Jeffers’ reflection on the patterns that have led us to where we are today, the stories we have governed ourselves by, and those we might adopt going forward, is insightful, moving, and powerful. A must-have for anyone who wants the next generation to inherit a world to be proud of--and a perfect gift to share with those you care about.

Here We Are: Book of Colors

release date: Aug 02, 2022
Here We Are: Book of Colors
Introduce babies and toddlers to colors in this charming board book companion to the #1 New York Times bestseller Here We Are, from world-renowned picture book creator Oliver Jeffers! Inspired by the bestselling picture book, Here We Are, comes this irresistible concept board book that helps introduce babies and toddlers to the many colors of our world. A tender and charming book to welcome babies to our planet. Praise for Here We Are: "Moments of human intimacy jostle with scenes that inspire cosmic awe, and the broad diversity of Jeffers''s candy-colored humans...underscores the twin messages that ''You''re never alone on Earth'' and that we''re all in this together." --Publisher''s Weekly (starred review) "A sweet and tender distillation of what every Earthling needs to know and might well spend a lifetime striving to achieve. A must-purchase for new parent shelves." --School Library Journal "From the skies to the animal kingdom to the people of the world and lots of other beautifully rendered examples of life on Earth, Here We Are carries a simple message: Be kind." --NPR "A true work of art."--Buzzfeed "A must-have book for parents."--Gambit "A celebration of people all shapes and sizes, and of the beauty and mystery of our Earth."--Booklist

Book of Opposites (Here We Are)

release date: May 17, 2022
Book of Opposites (Here We Are)
A spectacular concept book from world-renowned artist Oliver Jeffers, based on his million-copy selling, global phenomenon Here We Are!

Book of Colours

release date: May 17, 2022
Book of Colours
A spectacular concept board book from world-renowned artist Oliver Jeffers, based on his million-copy selling, global phenomenon Here We Are! Inspired by the exceptional, award-winning global picture-book phenomenon, Here We Are, comes this irresistible introduction to colours to welcome babies and toddlers to our planet. A perfect gift for families to treasure forever, and a must for all nurseries.

There's a Ghost In This House

release date: Nov 02, 2021
There's a Ghost In This House
A captivating and utterly unique picture book with interactive, transparent pages about a girl who lives in a haunted house from world-renowned artist Oliver Jeffers. A young girl lives in a haunted house, but she has never seen a ghost. Are they white with holes for eyes? Are they hard to see? Step inside and help the girl as she searches under the stairs, behind the sofa, and in the attic for the ghost. From New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Oliver Jeffers comes a delightful picture book that breaks the fourth wall about young girl''s determination to find the ghost haunting her house. Includes tracing paper pages that make the silly ghosts appear on each page. Perfect for Halloween! Praise for There''s a Ghost in This House: "A conceptually comic treat." --Publishers Weekly

Here We Are: Book of Animals

release date: Aug 03, 2021
Here We Are: Book of Animals
From Oliver Jeffers, world-renowned picture book creator of the #1 New York Times bestseller Here We Are, comes a charming board book companion all about the animals we share our planet with, from A to Z! We share our planet with animals. They come in many shapes, sizes and colors. Inspired by the bestselling picture book, Here We Are, comes this irresistible alphabet book to welcome babies and toddlers to our planet. Praise for Here We Are: -"Moments of human intimacy jostle with scenes that inspire cosmic awe, and the broad diversity of Jeffers''s candy-colored humans...underscores the twin messages that ''You''re never alone on Earth'' and that we''re all in this together."--Publisher''s Weekly (starred review) -"A sweet and tender distillation of what every Earthling needs to know and might well spend a lifetime striving to achieve. A must-purchase for new parent shelves." --School Library Journal -"From the skies to the animal kingdom to the people of the world and lots of other beautifully rendered examples of life on Earth, Here We Are carries a simple message: Be kind." --NPR -"A true work of art."--Buzzfeed -"A must-have book for parents."--Gambit -"A celebration of people all shapes and sizes, and of the beauty and mystery of our Earth."--Booklist -"Something of a user''s guide to being alive and to life on Earth, Jeffers brilliantly uses pen and paintbrush to explore profound and puzzling questions, establishing straight off that the wisdom imparted here is wisdom for us all."--Chicago Tribune

Here We Are: Book of Numbers

release date: Aug 03, 2021
Here We Are: Book of Numbers
From Oliver Jeffers, world-renowned picture book creator of the #1 New York Times bestseller Here We Are, comes a charming board book companion and counting book. Learning all about our planet is as easy as 1, 2, 3! Well, hello. And welcome to this planet. We call it Earth. There is much to see and do here on Earth, so let’s get started with a quick tour. Inspired by the bestselling picture book, Here We Are, comes this irresistible counting book to welcome babies and toddlers to our planet. Praise for Here We Are: -"Moments of human intimacy jostle with scenes that inspire cosmic awe, and the broad diversity of Jeffers''s candy-colored humans...underscores the twin messages that ''You''re never alone on Earth'' and that we''re all in this together."--Publisher''s Weekly (starred review) -"A sweet and tender distillation of what every Earthling needs to know and might well spend a lifetime striving to achieve. A must-purchase for new parent shelves." --School Library Journal -"From the skies to the animal kingdom to the people of the world and lots of other beautifully rendered examples of life on Earth, Here We Are carries a simple message: Be kind." --NPR -"A true work of art."--Buzzfeed -"A must-have book for parents."--Gambit -"A celebration of people all shapes and sizes, and of the beauty and mystery of our Earth."--Booklist -"Something of a user''s guide to being alive and to life on Earth, Jeffers brilliantly uses pen and paintbrush to explore profound and puzzling questions, establishing straight off that the wisdom imparted here is wisdom for us all."--Chicago Tribune

Book of Numbers (Here We Are)

release date: Jun 24, 2021
Book of Numbers (Here We Are)
A spectacular concept book from world-renowned artist Oliver Jeffers, based on his million-copy selling, global phenomenon Here We Are!

What We'll Build

release date: Oct 06, 2020
What We'll Build
An instant New York Times bestseller! From Oliver Jeffers, world-renowned picture book creator and illustrator of The Crayons'' Christmas, comes a gorgeously told father-daughter story and companion to the #1 New York Times bestseller Here We Are! What shall we build, you and I? Let''s gather all our tools for a start. For putting together . . . and taking apart. A father and daughter set about laying the foundations for their life together. Using their own special tools, they get to work, building memories to cherish, a home to keep them safe, and love to keep them warm. A rare and enduring story about a parent''s boundless love, life''s endless opportunities, and all we need to build a together future. The perfect baby shower gift or gift for new parents! Praise for What We''ll Build: "[Has] the offbeat, sweet style Jeffers'' fans know and love." --Kirkus Reviews "An intensely personal statement of intergenerational fellowship and an obvious pick for library shelves best explored at home." --School Library Journal "Children will love his playbook for building a future of love and imagination, and they will delight in the special relationship the father and daughter share." --Booklist "Stroked in generous swaths of warm color and Jeffers''s signature childlike scribbles . . . .. Jeffers''s benediction portrays a parent who surrounds his child with love and steadies her as she learns how to bring her dreams to fruition." --Publishers Weekly

What We'll Build: Plans for Our Together Future

release date: Oct 06, 2020
What We'll Build: Plans for Our Together Future
A spectacular new title from world-renowned artist Oliver Jeffers, creator of the million-copy selling, global phenomenon Here We Are!

바다야, 너도 내 거야(양장본 HardCover)

release date: Jan 30, 2020

Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth - a Special Edition

release date: Nov 14, 2019
Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth - a Special Edition
#1 New York Times Bestseller and #1 TIME Best Book of the Year for 2017! This special edition of Here We Are, the exceptional, thought-provoking book from the multi award-winning creator of Lost and Found, Oliver Jeffers, includes a spectacular giant fold-out poster! Well, hello. And welcome to this Planet. We call it Earth. Our world can be a bewildering place, especially if you''ve only just got here. Your head will be filled with questions, so let''s explore what makes our planet and how we live on it. From land and sky, to people and time, these notes can be your guide and start you on your journey. And you''ll figure lots of things out for yourself. Just remember to leave notes for everyone else... Some things about our planet are pretty complicated, but things can be simple, too: you''ve just got to be kind. Originally published in 2017, this ground-breaking book has captured the hearts of readers around the world, selling more than three quarters of a million copies. This glorious and very special edition includes a spectacular giant poster. Unfold the jacket to reveal a map of the solar system - the perfect gift to welcome a new baby to Planet Earth. "An optimistic snapshot of contemporary life, this heartfelt hug of a book ought to become a classic" The Guardian Perfect for fans of Jim Field, Julia Donaldson and Rachel Bright.

The Boy: His Stories and How They Came to Be

release date: Oct 15, 2019
The Boy: His Stories and How They Came to Be
From beloved New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Oliver Jeffers comes an exquisite collection of his much-loved picture books How to Catch a Star, Lost and Found, The Way Back Home, and Up and Down, along with a captivating behind-the-scenes look at the making of each! Once there was a boy, and one day . . . Within the pages of this gorgeous picture book anthology is a special letter from Oliver and more than one hundred sketches, notes, and ideas, carefully chosen from his archives and revealed here for the first time. Watch as the boy and his friends spring to life on the sketchbook pages...see the real-life starfish that appears in How to Catch a Star, learn the true story of a boy and a penguin that inspired Lost and Found, and much, much more! This incredible volume gives a unique insight into the life story of these iconic books--loved by readers across the globe--and celebrates the incredible work of one of today''s most highly regarded picture book creators. The perfect gift for new parents!

The Fate of Fausto

release date: Sep 17, 2019
The Fate of Fausto
A TIME Best Children''s Book of 2019! A Chicago Public Library 2019 Best of the Best Book! *"This minimalistic masterpiece is a must-read for all ages." --School Library Journal (starred review!) A quirky, cautionary tale from beloved New York Times bestselling picture book creator Oliver Jeffers! There was once a man who believed he owned everything and set out to survey what was his. "You are mine," Fausto said to the flower, the sheep, and the mountain, and they all bowed before him. But they were not enough for Fausto, so he conquered a boat and set out to sea . . . Combining bold art and powerful prose, and working in traditional lithographic printmaking techniques for the first time, world-renowned talent Oliver Jeffers has created a poignant modern-day fable to touch the hearts of adults and children alike. Praise for The Fate of Fausto: "Jeffers paints Fausto and the objects of his desire with the nonchalant finesse he is known for and in the richly saturated colors he generally favors... Jeffers delivers swift justice in a few concluding words that make for an ending that satisfies for being both fair-minded and irrevocable."--New York Times Book Review "Boldly conceived and gracefully executed."--Publishers Weekly "A parable sure to spark lively discussions." --Booklist "A cautionary fable on the banality of belligerence." --Kirkus Reviews

Mario imaginario

release date: Jul 01, 2018
Mario imaginario
Mario es el amigo imaginario que todos quisiéramos tener: es ingenioso, amable y muy divertido. A Mario le gusta mucho tener amigos, pero se entristece cuando sus amigos dejan de necesitarlo... y esto siempre sucede cuando sus amigos encuentran amigos reales. Mario quiere encontrar un amigo que siempre desee su compañía, y un día conoce a Sam. Los dos se vuelven inseparables, leen y juegan todo el tiempo y también han comenzado a dibujar un cómic. Todo va muy bien, hasta que Sam conoce a Sammi... una niña real, como él. Mario está muy triste, pues sabe que pronto desaparecerá... pero, ¿quién sabe? Tal vez esta vez las cosas sean distintas.

A Little Alphabet

release date: Jan 01, 2018
A Little Alphabet
Oliver Jeffers - award-winning, international bestselling author and illustrator - brings the alphabet to life in this exquisite board book! From Astronaut to Zeppelin, this is no ordinary alphabet.... Boldly colourful, funny and specially adapted from Oliver Jeffers'' highly-acclaimed Once Upon an Alphabet, winner of the CBI Book of the Year, this sturdy edition is perfect for younger readers.

Los Huguis en "El jersey nuevo"

release date: Mar 15, 2017
Los Huguis en "El jersey nuevo"
Los Huguis son todos idénticos. Todos tienen el mismo aspecto, piensan lo mismo y hacen las mismas cosas. Hasta que un día Ruperto tiene la idea de tejerse un jersey nuevo y diferente. ¿Cómo reaccionarán los demás Huguis? Una divertida historia sobre la individualidad.

Los Huguis en Yo no he sido

release date: Mar 15, 2017
Los Huguis en Yo no he sido
Los Huguis casi siempre se llevan bien. Hasta que un día Gilberto los encuentra discutiendo. ¿Quién ha comenzado? “Yo no he sido. ¡Ha sido él!”. Menudo lío. Ahora nadie recuerda el motivo de su discusión. Un libro para descubrir a los más pequeños una perspectiva

A Child of Books

release date: Sep 06, 2016
A Child of Books
A young reader introduces a boy to the many imaginative worlds that books bring to life.

What’s the Opposite? (The Hueys)

release date: May 05, 2016
What’s the Opposite? (The Hueys)
A comic visual exploration of opposites, from prize-winning, internationally best-selling picture book maker, Oliver Jeffers.

What's the Opposite? (the Hueys)

release date: Jun 22, 2015
What's the Opposite? (the Hueys)
A comic visual exploration of opposites, from prize-winning, internationally best-selling picture book maker, Oliver Jeffers.

Once Upon an Alphabet

release date: Oct 14, 2014
Once Upon an Alphabet
Perfect for gift-giving, here isTHE alphabet book to top all others, an over-sized work of brilliance from the illustrator of the #1 New York Times bestselling The Day the Crayons Quit! If words make up the stories and letters make up the words, then stories are made up of letters. In this menagerie we have stories made of words, made FOR all the letters. The most inventive and irresistible book of the year spans a mere 26 letters (don''t they all!) and 112 pages. From an Astronaut who''s afraid of heights, to a Bridge that ends up burned between friends, to a Cup stuck in a cupboard and longing for freedom, Once Upon an Alphabet is a creative tour de force from A through Z. Slyly funny in a way kids can''t resist, and gorgeously illustrated in a way readers of all ages will pour over, this series of interconnected stories and characters explores the alphabet in a way that will forever raise the bar. In Once Upon an Alphabet, #1 New York Times bestseller Oliver Jeffers has created a stunning collection of words and artwork that is a story book, alphabet book, and gorgeously designed art book all in one. Praise for ONCE UPON AN ALPHABET: An Amazon Best Book of 2014! A Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year! A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year! A New York Times Bestseller! * "The silly, spare, slightly surreal text occasionally rhymes and endlessly surprises. An utterly delightful alphabet book."–Kirkus Review, starred review * "With wry humor, equally droll ink illustrations, and a solid dose of alliteration, Jeffers creates delightful mini-narratives for each letter of the alphabet."–Publishers Weekly, starred review * "An altogether stimulating, surprising, and satisfying reading experience."–School Library Journal, starred review * "Whimsical, funny, occasionally tragic, and highly entertaining, this collection of (sometimes) interlocking tales is brilliantly inventive."–Horn Book, starred review "Jeffers knows how to catch the attention of his young audience while challenging their imagination, intellect and vocabulary. This whimsical exploration of letters and language begs to be read over and over again."–BookPage "Handsome, humorous and clad in bright tomato-red, [this] is the sort of book you may want to rush into the arms of imaginative, good-natured children between 4 and 10 years old. [T]his is no traditional abecedarian exercise.The stories are wonderfully varied, sometimes philosophical and often end surprisingly; the drawings are just as quirky and unpredictable."–The Wall Street Journal "[W]itty from A to Z . . . no one would blame you for having a copy even if there are no kids in the house. Think of it as Edward Gorey for the preschool set — and their hip parents."–The Washington Post
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