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Katiiti’s Song
by Philippa Namutebi Kabali-KagwaEvery day, Katiiti’s mother calls her with a beautiful song. One day, a crafty gorilla tries to sing as sweetly as her mother. Mary Marble (illustrator), Kirsten Walker (designer).
When I Grow Up
by Michele FryI don’t know what I want to be when I grow up. Can you help me choose? Simóne van der Spuy (illustrator), Jennifer Jacobs (designer).
Lara the Yellow Ladybird
by Martha EvansA yellow bug in a world of red, Lara the Ladybird just wants to fit in. Catherine Holtzhausen (illustrator), Nadene Kriel (designer).
Scared Tumi
by Mohale Mashigo“What if there’s a monster under my bed?” Tumi is scared. Mama tries to show him that everything is okay. Nicola Anne Smith (illustrator), Nontobeko Kunene (designer), Ester Levinrad (editor).
Hello
by Jennie MarimaLolo has many lovely friends. They are Sun and Moon and Star and Bird too. She would love to introduce them to you. Imile Wepener (illustrator), Rox Jaden Palmer (designer), Nabeela Kalla (editor).
Senzo and the Sun
by Sarah McGregorThe morning sun creeps over the horizon and peeps through the leaves, waking Senzo. Gogo’s rooster shakes his wings, stretches his neck and crows, Koek-a-loek-a-loo! Join Senzo and the sun as they journey through the day. Adrie Le Roux (illustrator), Liam Longland (designer), Elise Varga (editor).
Where Is Thabo?
by Melissa FaganThabo’s family is getting ready for the day and making a big mess as they hurry to get things done. But where is Thabo? Ndumiso Nyoni (illustrator), Fathima Kathrada (designer), Bongani Kona (editor).
Nomvundla and the Chilli-Eating Contest
by Fortune TazvivingaNomvundla and Soko are off to the Chilli-Eating Contest. Animals come from far and wide to try to win the amazing prize. Who will win and get to take a friend to the Hamba-Hamba Funfair? Adrien Folly-Notsron (illustrator), Natalie Walker (designer), Karen Hurt (editor).
Mrs Penguin’s Perfect Palace
by Helen BrainThe Penguin family lives on the beach, surrounded by rubbish. Until one day, Mrs Penguin says: we need a house! But how will they build one? Celeste Beckerling (illustrator), Arthur Attwell (designer).
My Dream in the Drawer
by Fred StrydomI once had a dream, so small and light, I kept it in a box. I kept it hidden, safe and sound, in my drawer of socks. Megan Lötter (illustrator), Marteli Kleyn (designer), Ester Levinrad (editor).
The Elephant in the Room
by Sam WilsonLindi finds a very large elephant in her room. But is it really there if no one else believes in it? Michael Tymbios (illustrator), Thomas Pepler and Arthur Attwell (designer).
The Rainbow Cloud: The Story of Mkabayi and Mmama
by Zanele DlaminiBorn a twin that must be sacrificed, Mkabayi faces a bully and scary ghosts. Will the bond with her sister Mmama save her? Selina Morulane (illustrator), Sibusiso Mkhwanazi (designer), Glynis Lloyd (editor).
Lieta tsa Molefi
by Jacqui L’AngeShongololo has lost his shoes, and the other animals are NOT being very helpful. Will he ever find them? Megan Lotter (illustrator), Marteli Kleyn (designer).
Small Bird's Big Adventure
by Nick MulgrewSmall Bird loves the Giant. But where is the Giant? Small Bird goes on an adventure to find her. Wesley van Eeden (illustrator), Jennifer Jacobs (designer), Bongani Kona (editor).
Thuli, Special and the Secret
by Mirna LawrenceThuli has the cookies. Special has her eye on the cookies. What’s their secret? Yihenew Worku (illustrator), Dali Gaga (designer), Monique Whitaker (editor).
Mina and the Birthday Dress
by Ndidi Chiazor-EnenmorMina finds it hard to choose a dress for her special day. After giving Mum a tough time, Mina finally makes a choice. Nicci Nathanson (illustrator), Lauren Mitchell (designer), Elise Varga (editor).
The Three Doof-Doofs
by Claudi PotterHave you ever wondered what goes doof-doof-doof in the night? This is a noisy bedtime story for a quiet night’s sleep. Stephen Wallace (illustrator), Wynand Botha (designer), Margot Bertelsmann (editor).