New Releases by Tove Jansson

Another classic Moomin story reworked in full color, with a kid-proof but kid-friendly size, price, and format. With a maid to help around the house, will the Moomins become respectable? A housekeeping and mother-craft expert named Mrs. Fillyjonk moves in next door to the Moomins. Seeing the state of the Moomin house, she takes action, shaming them into hiring a maid. When Misabel the maid arrives, it’s immediately clear she needs a little cheering up, and since Mrs. Fillyjonk has mysteriously disappeared, the Moomins set about teaching Misabel how to enjoy herself. Life lessons and poignant reminders of the importance of simple pleasures abound in this classic tale from Tove Jansson.

An NYRB Classics Original Tove Jansson was a master of brevity, unfolding worlds at a touch. Her art flourished in small settings, as can be seen in her bestselling novel The Summer Book and in her internationally celebrated cartoon strips and books about the Moomins. It is only natural, then, that throughout her life she turned again and again to the short story. The Woman Who Borrowed Memories is the first extensive selection of Jansson’s stories to appear in English. Many of the stories collected here are pure Jansson, touching on island solitude and the dangerous pull of the artistic impulse: in “The Squirrel” the equanimity of the only inhabitant of a remote island is thrown by a visitor, in “The Summer Child” an unlovable boy is marooned along with his lively host family, in “The Cartoonist” an artist takes over a comic strip that has run for decades, and in “The Doll’s House” a man’s hobby threatens to overwhelm his life. Others explore unexpected territory: “Shopping” has a post-apocalyptic setting, “The Locomotive” centers on a railway-obsessed loner with murderous fantasies, and “The Woman Who Borrowed Memories” presents a case of disturbing transference. Unsentimental, yet always humane, Jansson’s stories complement and enlarge our understanding of a singular figure in world literature.

If you haven’t met a Moomin yet, you’re missing the most magical fun! Perfect for readers of all ages, join the beloved, world-famous characters of Moominvalley on an unforgettable adventure in Moominvalley in November—includes black-and-white illustrations throughout. “Genius.” —Philip Pullman “Clever, gentle, witty, and completely engrossing.” —Jeff Smith, author of Bone Now that autumn is turning into winter, a group of unlikely friends—including the Fillyjonk, the Hemulen, and Toft—are waiting in Moominvalley to see the Moomins, for winter doesn''t seem right without them. But the Moomins are not at home. So all the visitors settle down to await their return, and oddly enough find themselves warming up to their new life together. For Moominvalley is still Moominvalley, even without the Moomins in it. In the 80 years since the first Moomin novel appeared, Tove Jansson’s timeless stories have continued to captivate audiences across the globe with their adventure, humor, and endless wisdom. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or a first-time visitor to Moominvalley, these classic books are a must-have for anyone who wishes the world was a bit more magical. The original Moomin novels by Tove Jansson: ● Comet in Moominland ● Finn Family Moomintroll ● Moominpappa’s Memoirs ● Moominsummer Madness ● Moominland Midwinter ● Tales from Moominvalley ● Moominpappa at Sea ● Moominvalley in November Books for the littlest Moomin fans, up to 3 years old: ● Moomin’s Lift the Flap Hide and Seek: with Big Flaps for Little Hands ● Moomin’s Little Book of Numbers ● Moomin’s Little Book of Words

If you haven’t met a Moomin yet, you’re missing the most magical fun! Perfect for readers of all ages, join the beloved, world-famous characters of Moominvalley on an unforgettable adventure in Tales from Moominvalley—includes black-and-white illustrations throughout. “Genius.” —Philip Pullman “Clever, gentle, witty, and completely engrossing.” —Jeff Smith, author of Bone In nine delightfully funny stories about the triumphs and tribulations of the citizens of Moominvalley, readers will discover how the Moomin family save young Ninny from permanent invisibility, and what happens when Moomintroll catches the last dragon in the world. In the 80 years since the first Moomin novel appeared, Tove Jansson’s timeless stories have continued to captivate audiences across the globe with their adventure, humor, and endless wisdom. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or a first-time visitor to Moominvalley, these classic books are a must-have for anyone who wishes the world was a bit more magical. The original Moomin novels by Tove Jansson: ● Comet in Moominland ● Finn Family Moomintroll ● Moominpappa’s Memoirs ● Moominsummer Madness ● Moominland Midwinter ● Tales from Moominvalley ● Moominpappa at Sea ● Moominvalley in November Books for the littlest Moomin fans, up to 3 years old: ● Moomin’s Lift the Flap Hide and Seek: with Big Flaps for Little Hands ● Moomin’s Little Book of Numbers ● Moomin’s Little Book of Words

In her first ever story collection, Jansson revealed the clarity of vision and light philosophical touch that were to become her hallmark. From the good listener who begins to betray the secrets confided to her, to vignettes of a city storm or the slow halting of spring, these stories are gifts of originality and depth.

Was der Goldene Schnitt ist oder wie ein Wald gemalt werden muss, wie man Künstlerfeste feiert und was man einen Künstler unter keinen Umständen fragen darf - über all das weiß die Tochter des Bildhauers haargenau Bescheid. Kein Wunder - nicht umsonst schläft sie in der elterlichen Atelierwohnung auf dem Schlafregal und behält den Überblick. Sogar im Sommer auf der Schäreninsel sieht das Künstlerauge immer mit, selbst wenn sich die Familie ausgiebig dem Angeln, Pilzesammeln oder dem Toben der Elemente hingibt. Eine faszinierende, eigenwillige Welt tut sich auf. Tove Jansson erzählt die Geschichte ihrer fantastischen Kindheit, von Bürgertum und Bohème, Geborgenheit und Abenteuer gleichermaßen geprägt.

The Moomin family moves to a remote island for the sake of art Another classic Moomin story reworked in full color, with a kid-proof but kid-friendly size, price, and format. Moominpappa has committed to writing a Great Novel About the Sea, and so the whole family moves to a desolate island where Moominpappa becomes the lighthouse keeper. It soon becomes apparent that there are a few problems with the island: It''s haunted, there''s nowhere to enjoy a good cup of tea, and the rat family living in the transistor radio has strictly forbidden the Moomins from using the radio until the children have all grown up and moved out. Determined, the Moomins set about planting a rose garden, painting the beacon cheery colors, and finding other ways to make the lonely place their own. In the end, though, is a bleak lighthouse any place for a Moomin? Tove Jansson''s flawless cartooning is brought to life in a whole new way within these pages. A delight for the whole family!

Another classic Moomin story reworked in full color, with a kid-proof but kid-friendly size, price, and format. After Mymble''s family comes to visit the Moomins, her littlest and most badly behaved sister, Little My, is left behind. She promises to behave if she is given Moomin''s bedroom; Moomin, tired of being forced out of his room, decides to build a house where all the rooms will belong to him. With Little My helping out, things are sure to go awry, but in the end, Moomin''s house-building misadventures teach him the value of a home.

THE TOVE JANSSON CLASSIC IN A NEW SOFTCOVER FORMAT Due to the resounding success of the hardcover Moomin comics by Tove Jansson and Lars Jansson, D+Q is reissuing this classic comic in an all-new format. Available in an affordable kid-proof but kid-friendly flexicover, and in full color for the first time, these books are slimmer versions of the hardcovers, with one story in each volume while previous editions collected four. Moomin''s Winter Follies Moomin wakes up one morning to find the pond frozen over, and rather than hibernate, the family decides to brave the winter weather. At first, their wintry adventure seems to be going swimmingly, until Mr. Brisk of the Great Outdoors Club takes over and forces everyone to embrace the winter sports, whether they want to or not.

Moomintroll is bursting with excitement - the sun is out and he and Little My and all the Moomins are sailing to Lonely Island to look for treasure. But there is so much to do beforehand that by the time they are ready, night has fallen. Will they find treasure by the light of the moon?

"So what can happen when Tove Jansson turns her attention to her own favourite subjects, love and work, in the form of this novel about two women, lifelong partners and friends? Expect something philosophically calm - and discreetly radical. Its publication is cause for huge celebration." Ali Smith, from her Introduction to Fair Play What mattered most to Tove Jansson, she explained in her eighties, was work and love, a sentiment she echoes in this tender and original novel. Translated for the first time into English, Fair Play portrays a love between two older women, a writer and artist, as they work side-by-side in their Helsinki studios, travel together and share summers on a remote island. In the generosity and respect they show each other and the many small shifts they make to accommodate each other''s creativity we are shown a relationship both heartening and truly progressive.

In a delightful, curious game of what comes next, Moomintroll travels through the woods to get home with milk for Moominmamma. A simple trip turns into a colorful adventure as Moomintroll meets Mymble, who has lost her sister, Little My. Along the way, they endure the hijinks of all the charming characters of the Moomin world, including the Fillijonks and Hattifatteners. Will Moomintroll ever make it home safe and sound? A beautiful and boisterous story by internationally acclaimed children''s author Tove Jansson, this picture book is sure to tickle the fancies of parents and kids as well as Moomintroll fans everywhere!

Moomin has been swiftly making its way into the hearts of North Americans ever since Drawn & Quarterly began collecting the strip in 2006. It debuted in the London Evening News in 1954 and has become the fastest-selling D+Q series to date. Fifty years ago, Tove Jansson''s observations of everyday life-whimsical but with biting undertones-easily caught the attention of an international audience and still resonate today. This third volume returns to Moominvalley, where its beloved inhabitants get tangled up in five new stories. Moomin falls in love with a damsel in distress, an unseasonably warm spell turns the valley into a tropical rain forest, and a flying saucer crashes into Moominmamma''s garden. Moominpappa decides to live out his dream of occupying a lighthouse and writing a great seaside novel, only to discover that he hates the sea so close up and has no interest in writing about it, and a variety of curious clubs spring up in the valley. Moomin and Moominmamma do their level best to avoid the whole mess but, of course, get drawn into the muddle.

En esta nueva aventura de la serie, un tsunami inunda el valle de los mumin en la noche de San Juan, y la familia Mumin, desamparada y sin techo, encontrará refugio en un teatro flotante que va a la deriva. Al principio creen que es una «casa» bien particular, pero cuando llegan a una bahía lejana... se dan cuenta de que lo que se espera de ellos es la representación de una función de teatro. Se ponen manos a la obra y presentan el drama Las chicas león, que no va a salir todo lo bien que esperaban... Pero, a fin de cuentas, les habrá dado la oportunidad de hacer teatro y divertirse.

When stricken with a severe cold, Moominpappa decides to set down an account of his eventful youth, which he shares chapter by chapter with Moomintroll, Sniff, and Snufkin.

Feeling his family''s life is too safe and fixed, Moominpappa moves them to a lighthouse on an island to lead a life full of troubles, and indeed they find many mysteries in that lonely place.

Everyone knows that the Moomins sleep through the winter, but this year Moomintroll discovers that winter is worth waking up for after all.

A flood hits Moomin Valley and triggers a series of adventures for the Moomins.

Moomintroll encounters a mouth-organist, a moth collector, and a lovely maiden, and discovers the danger of a threatening comet when he takes a journey to seek advice from the Professor.

Moomintroll, Sniff, and Snufkin, who live in the forests of Finland, find a Hobgoblin''s hat.

Lonely and frightened Toffle remains unnoticed and alone in the world until he finds a frightened girl who needs comforting.

When Moomintroll wakes up in January, he finds that winter has changed all his favorite places in the Valley.