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Children's & YAJanuary 2022Oak of the Three Foresters
by Halyna Tkachuk (Author), Ksenia Markevich (Illustrator)
Do you want to live incredible adventures and become part of a real fantasy story?! Then you will undoubtedly love the The Oak of the Three Foresters, which will enchant you with its interesting plot and colorful illustrations! From 7 to 9 years, 18223 words Rightsholders: chitarium@gmail.com
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Children's & young adult fiction & true stories2019Beans the Squirrel and Midnight Glutton
by Halyna Tkachuk
A long time ago, a girl named Bean lived in old-age Kyiv’s Podil. At that time, many inhabitants of the city could turn into birds or animals. Bean was a werewolf squirrel, which means she could turn into a squirrel. Once a mysterious and elusive villain, the Midnight Glutton, appeared in the city. Bean's dad, the Witcher Beth, was trying to find a way to scare away the intruder. Thus, Bean and her fairy friend Patykoslav go on a journey through the dangerous and strange neighbourhoods of Kiev to find magical herbs for the Beet. Squirrel Bean and the Midnight Glutton by Halyna Tkachuk was shortlisted for BBC Book of the Year 2019.
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Children's & YA2016The Swing under the Maple Tree
by Halyna Tkachuk (Author), Oksana Bula (Illustrator)
Nina is playing on a swing and looking forward to the summer. However, it turns out that there will be neither flowers in the flowerbeds nor any blue dolphins in the sea this summer. And all because of Nina’s carelessness! There’s no reason to despair, though. With a little bit of effort, and the help of other characters in this picture book, Nina will not only save the summer, but also achieve something very special. This book and charming illustrations, originally published in bilingual edition (Ukrainian-English) will appeal to both children and their parents. From 3 to 6 years, 785 words (Ukrainian and English). Rightsholders: olushchevska@gmail.com
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People & places (Children's/YA)2019My Most Silent Book
by Halyna Tkachuk (Author), Nastia Sorozhynska (Illustrator)
What to do if you love calmness and your family doesn't? Where to hide from the noise that so overwhelms our cities? Of course, you should find a secret place with completely different rules, the most important of which is to remain silent. My Most Silent Book will be a great companion for all little book lovers who like to spend time in absolute silence. From 3 to 6 years, 323 words Rightsholders: nataliya.koval@ranok.com.ua
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Children's & young adult: general non-fiction2020School Studies
by Halyna Tkachuk
The book introduces its readers to teaching methods and subjects in different times, from Kyivan Rus to the USSR, and shows how different schooling used to be. It also tells about some punishments for disobedience and misconduct which, luckily, can only be found in books today. All this makes “School Studies” an exciting and optimistic book which can rekindle the love for school even in those who are not very enthusiastic about studies. Written with lots humor and insights.
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Children's & young adult poetry, anthologies, annuals2018Snow Poems For Kids
by Sashko Dermanskyi, Halyna Malyk, Mariand Savka and other
Children love poems. So before Christmas, the Old Lion and a group of modern Ukrainian poets and illustrators created this elegant book to read in the family circle. Snow Poems for Kids are full of fun snow games, magical gifts from St. Nicholas and magical moments of Christmas and New Year. Also, the Old Lion reminds young readers to take care of birds and animals in winter. The collection includes poems by Mariana Savka, Halyna Malyk, Halyna Kirpa, Kateryna Mikhalitsyna, Oleksandr Dermanskyi, Ihor Kalynets, Oksana Lushchevska, Oksana Krotiuk, Hryhorii Falkovich, Tetiana Vynnyk, Yulia Smal, Natalia Poklad, Olesia Mamchych, Ivan Andrusiak , Oleksandr Orlov. Compiler - Natalka Maletych. Illustrated by: Dasha Rakova, Oksana-Olexandra Drachkovska, Yuliia Pylypchatina, Nataliia Oliynyk, Bohdana Bondar, Oksana Bula, Marta Koshulynska, Kateryna Sad.
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Fantasy & magical realism (Children's/YA)2021Kotyhoroshka. The Tangled Tales
by Valentyna Vzdulska, Oksana Luschevska
Modern authors often return to fairy tales to rethink them and create new texts that are the same tales, but in a new interpretation. Kotygoroshko comprises eight intricate fairy tales by Ukrainian female authors of children's books. Anastasia Lavrenishyna tells an alternative story of Kolobok, Halyna Tkachuk introduces readers to Olenka the Serpent, and Oksana Lushchevska tells the story of Marie, a wise girl with a high IQ. In her tale, Alina Stefan travels to the planet 581g to meet with Kira the Lame Duck, and Mia Marchenko takes her readers to Kiev Podil, where Mykyta the Tanner and Princess Anna save the city. Valentina Vzdulska will tell you the new story of Sirko and the Wolf, and Sasha Kochubey will introduce to you the new character of Kotygoroshko. Finally, there is Anya Khromova's parable about the heart in an iron chest.
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Children's & YA2014How Many?
by Halyna Kyrpa (Author), Olha Havrylova (Illustrator)
When children first explore the world, they usually ask many questions. You can try finding answers together with them by reading and looking through the picturebook Скільки?/ How many? The book's interesting questions and beautiful illustrations facilitate a friendly and joyful dialogue between adults and little readers. Скільки?/How many? was originally published as a bilingual picturebook with English and Ukrainian parallel text, which was also helpful for children learning languages. From 3 to 6 years, 199 words (Ukrainian and English) Rightsholders: Oksana Lushcevska, olushchevska@gmail.com
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The ArtsOctober 2021Traditional costumes of ethnographic groups of Ukrainians in the Carpathian region
by Halyna Stelmashchuk
The new book of the well-known researcher of Ukrainian decorative and visual arts, Professor Halyna Stelmashchuk, is devoted to the folk clothing worn by Ukrainians of ethnographic groups: Boikos, Lemkos, Hutsuls, Pokutians, Bukovyants in the Carpathians. It has many features in common with the clothing used in all regions of Ukraine, but because of climatic, economic, social conditions, and cultural relations with neighboring states over the centuries, the clothing of the Ukrainians of the Carpathians developed its distinctive local features, which are unique by their colorfulness, decoration, method of wearing and the fact that on festive days it can still be seen on people, especially in the Hutsul Region. The book will be interesting to scientists, artists, students, students, tourists, and everyone interested in the history, culture, and art of Ukrainian people.
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Children's & YA2021My Mommiest Mommy
by Halyna Kyrpa (Author), Grasya Oliyko (Illustrator)
This book is about an everyday mommy. Perhaps she could have been a queen if she hadn't overslept on New Year's night, the night when miracles happen. Who knows? This book is also about the most ordinary of girls who talks about her love for her mommy, her daddy, her small baby brother in her mommy's tummy, and everything that is truly important in her life. From 3 to 6 years, 2120 words Rightsholder: Nargis Gafurova and Anna Tiurina, crocus.publishers@gmail.com
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Children's & YAJanuary 2022Keksyk Defender
by Inna Kurylo (Author), Oleksandra Kondratenko (Illustrator)
Not only people, but also pets stood up for the defense of Ukraine in the war against Russia! Together with his animal friends, Keksyk the cat organized a Territorial Defense force for the yard and helped people as best as he could. Together with Keksyk, many animals protect Ukraine: the dog Shustryk, the crow Ksenia, the pigeon Stepan, geese and bees. And now that you know of Keksyk do you want to learn why the missile system is called "Stugna"? And why the enemies were unable to overcome the Zmiev ramparts and disappeared without a trace in Chornobayivka? Then, the adventures of Keksyk and his friends bravely defending their native country are right for you! And while you read, remember that these tales are based on real events. From 5 to 8 years, 8596 words Rightsholders: svidoma@ukr.net
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Children's & YA2017The Owl Who Wanted To Become a Lark
by Halyna Vdovychenko (Author), Khrystyna Lukashcuk (Illustrator)
The Owl Who Wanted To Become a Lark tells the story of two birds and their sleeping habits. Each of them has their own lifestyle, one nocturnal, one diurnal. But what would happen if one day owls were to hunt in the morning, and larks were to sing at night? How would they adapt to each other? And would the different lifestyles become a threat to their friendship? This book demonstrates that we are all different but equally beautiful. A lark is no better than an owl, and vice versa; differences like these are not an obstacle to a true friendship. From 3 to 8 years, 1757 words Rightsholders: booksxxi@gmail.com
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Children's & YAJanuary 2022A 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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Children's & YAJanuary 2019At the Ocean
by Yuriy Nikitinskiy (Author), Marichka Ruban (Illustrator)
This story is full of a cheeky sense of humor that little readers will adore. In this book they can find funny poems and beautiful watercolor illustrations to give them the feeling of diving in the ocean. This unique and amazing book was created by the famous Ukrainian writer Yuriy Nikitinskiy and by the fabulous illustrator Marichka Ruban. From 3 to 8 years, 422 words Rightsholders: kovalenko@artbooks-publishing.com
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The General History of Chinese Costume
by Author: Liu Yonghua Illustrator: Liu Yonghua
The General History of Clothing holds a large time span from the ancient Shang and Zhou Dynasties to the present, and the splendid clothing culture of China appears on the scroll of three meters. The scroll is designed to present on both sides. The front side shows the features of different clothes in different ages with the history of its handcraft, color blending, accessory and military. The back side shows the clothes features of each of china’s 56 nationalities. The Readers can lead the children to appreciate different culture charm and nourish the children’s cultural confident by researching different clothes.
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Children's & YA2019Hoverla
by Kateryna Mikhalitsyna (Author), Svitlana Balukh (Illustrator)
Hoverla is the tallest mountain in Ukraine. Many people climb it every year. But what do we know about it? Where does its name come from? Where does the Prut waterfall flow? Why is it so important not to trample down the moutain slopes? The story is told by the mountain itself, and many interesting facts and beautiful illustrations will introduce the readers to the diverse world of Hoverla and its inhabitants. Hoverla shows that everything has its unique voice, even the stones if you know how to listen. From 5 to 10 years, 820 words Rightsholders: Nargis Gafurova and Anna Tiurina; crocus.publishers@gmail.com
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Children's & YA2019He 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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The General History of China
by Author Lv Cha, Yang Zao; Illustrator: Lin Xin
The General History of China holds a large time span from the ancient age to the present. It also holds a large space span from the transition of the territory, the transition of different dynasties, evolution of characters and the famous architecture in different periods to historical event, historical battles ,historical figures and locations. The book places the history of China in the global dimension by combining the significant events taking place in the world with the time axis and the concept of family, country and world. Its content includes many fields of society, politics, life, culture, technology and military. China’s history of 5000 years totally presents in the long scroll of 2.4meters. Following the paper and plots of time and space, the readers will learn the greatness and prosperity of China in the global view. The readers will feel the pulse of the history and experience the features of different dynasties.
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Children's & YAJanuary 2023Dad 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 & YAJanuary 2022My 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
