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This cozy Nordic tale filled with extraordinary photographs will have readers of all ages believing in the magic of Christmas. This is one to pull out every year and savor. Anja wanted to be one of Santa's elves, so she leaves a note for her family and helps her elderly neighbor prepare for the holiday, then she straps on her skis and heads out into the snowy landscape. A generous trim-size, matte cover, and foiled title make this a special book for the holiday season. Hardcover. 46 pages. By Lori Evert and photographs by Per Breiehagen.
Sweeping adventure, breathtaking twists of fate, and immersive worlds based in Norse mythology are woven into this first volume of the Runestone Saga, from the New York Times bestselling author Cinda Williams Chima.
Ever since Ragnarok—the great war between the gods and the forces of chaos--the human realm of the Midlands has become a dangerous place, bereft of magic, where most lead lives of desperation.
Sixteen-year-old Eiric Halvorsen is among the luckier ones. Between fishing, going vikingr, and working his modir’s farm, the family has remained prosperous. But Eiric stands to lose everything when he’s convicted by a rigged jury of murdering his modir and stepfadir. Also at risk is his half-systir, Liv, whose interest in seidr, or magic, has made her a figure of suspicion. Then a powerful jarl steps in: He will pay the blood price if Eiric will lead a mission to the fabled Temple at the Grove—the rich stronghold of the wyrdspinners, the last practitioners of sorcery.
Spellsinger, musician, and runecaster Reginn Eiklund has spent her life traveling from town to town, performing at alehouses all for the benefit of her master, Asger, the fire demon she is desperate to escape. Then after one performance that amazes even Reginn herself, two wyrdspinners in the audience make her an irresistible offer: return with them to the temple to be trained in seidr, forever free of Asger.
Eiric, Liv, and Reginn’s journeys converge in New Jotunheim, the site of the Temple at the Grove, a paradise fueled by magic. They soon realize that a great evil lurks beneath the dazzling surface, and that old betrayals and long-held grudges may fuel another cataclysmic war. It will require every gift and weapon at their command to prevent it.
560 pages. Hardcover.
Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Epic
Pippi, the girl with the upside-down braids and no parents to tell her what to do, delights children around the world. This is the first book in the series (of three), and introduces us to Pippi and her crazy household, and Tommy and Annika, the kids next door. Of interest to kids ages 4 and older, and for young readers ages 8 to 12. By beloved Swedish author, Astrid Lindgren.
Pippi, the girl with the upside-down braids and no parents to tell her what to do, delights children around the world. This is the second book in the series of three. Of interest to kids ages 4 and older, and for young readers ages 8 to 12. By beloved Swedish author, Astrid Lindgren.
Pippi, the girl with the upside-down braids and no parents to tell her what to do, delights children around the world. This is the third book in the series of three. Of interest to kids age 4 and older, and for young readers ages 8 to 12. By beloved Swedish author, Astrid Lindgren.
A charming, humorous tale of six children living on three farms in the Swedish countryside. It’s a delightful look at simpler times, with lessons about Swedish traditions, too. Of interest to kids ages 4 and older, and for young readers ages 8 to 12. Written by beloved Swedish author Astrid Lindgren.
Prepare yourself for the wrath of the Norsemen! That is, if you don't mind and it's not too inconvenient...
Everyone knows Vikings are ruthless barbarians whose idea of a good time involves pillaging, plundering and feasting. But Thorfinn is no ordinary Viking! He is always polite and happily offers to wash the dirty dishes. Too bad his dad is Harald the Skull-Splitter, Village Chief and the roughest and toughest Viking of them all.
Indgar villagers are out watching an elk polo match, the village is attached, and Thorfinn's mum goes missing, presumed kidnapped. Harald, Velda Thorfinn and his boisterous brothers chase the mysterious raiders across the North Sea towards Scotland. Will Thorfinn the Nicest Viking manage to find his mum and bring her back home safe and sound?
Thorfinn the Nicest Viking is a funny, illustrated, action-packed new series for young readers which bridges the gap between Horrid Henry and Diary of a Wimpy Kid, set in a world where manners mean nothing and politeness is pointless!
7.75 in. x 6.25 in. 136 pages. 50 b&w illustrations. Ages 6-8. Paperback. By David MacPhail and Illustrated by Richard Morgan.
Prepare yourself for the wrath of the Norsemen! That is, if you don't mind and it's not too inconvenient...
Everyone knows Vikings are ruthless barbarians whose idea of a good time involves pillaging, plundering and feasting. But Thorfinn is no ordinary Viking! He is always polite and happily offers to wash the dirty dishes. Too bad his dad is Harald the Skull-Splitter, Village Chief and the roughest and toughest Viking of them all.
Harald the Skull-Splitter and fellow chief Magnus the Bone-Breaker find a massive treasure chest in the remote Western Isles of Scotland. Thorfinn and his rival Olaf must guard it overnight, but despite their best efforts, they can't help falling asleep. In the morning the treasure has disappeared and now Thorfinn's village is at stake. Can Thorfinn the Nicest Viking and his friends find the missing loot in time to save their village?
Thorfinn the Nicest Viking is a funny, illustrated, action-packed new series for young readers which bridges the gap between Horrid Henry and Diary of a Wimpy Kid, set in a world where manners mean nothing and politeness is pointless!
7.75 in. x 6.25 in. 136 pages. 50 b&w illustrations. Ages 6-8. Paperback. By David MacPhail and Illustrated by Richard Morgan.
Prepare yourself for the wrath of the Norsemen! That is, if you don't mind and it's not too inconvenient...
Everyone knows Vikings are ruthless barbarians whose idea of a good time involves pillaging, plundering and feasting. But Thorfinn is no ordinary Viking! He is always polite and happily offers to wash the dirty dishes. Too bad his dad is Harald the Skull-Splitter, Village Chief and the roughest and toughest Viking of them all.
Tired of Thorfinn and his too-nice ways getting them into trouble, his dad decides it's time for Thorfinn to earn his gruesome Viking name. Stuck on a longboat with a ragtag bunch of adventurers who'd like to throw him overboard, how will the Nicest Viking cope with a dangerous voyage to Scotland?
Thorfinn the Nicest Viking is a funny, illustrated, action-packed new series for young readers which bridges the gap between Horrid Henry and Diary of a Wimpy Kid, set in a world where manners mean nothing and politeness is pointless!
7.75 in. x 6.25 in. 136 pages. 50 b&w illustrations. Ages 6-8. Paperback. By David MacPhail and Illustrated by Richard Morgan.
A beautiful alphabet book for everyone who loves Elsa Beskow's classic picture books. Journey through the world of Elsa Beskow, from Accordian to Zzz, with everything in between: Cow and Elephant, Flowers and Igloo, and even Jack Frost and Queen. This beautifully presented gift book gathers illustrations from Elsa Beskow’s lesser-known and most-loved work, including The Flowers’ Festival, The Sun Egg, Pelle’s New Suit, and Woody, Hazel, and Little Pip.
Size: 6.25" x 6.5" 176 pages. Hardcover.
This delightful Hide and Seek book features Moomin - one of the most popular children's characters in Sweden. Big flap for little hands keep your child or grandchild entertained while learning!
It's summer in the forest and the rabbit children are looking forward to their first Midsummer party. Owl, who knows everything, says Midsummer is a time for dancing, love and magic. What a fun time they will have! Then a terrible storm sweeps through the forest and the woodland animals must find shelter at Grump the tomte's cottage. With the forest turned upside down, will the little rabbits still be able to arrange the famous Midsummer party? This follow-up to The Yule Tomte and the Little Rabbits is an enchanting story in twenty-one chapters. Ulf Stark masterfully weaves together drama and comedy to create a heartfelt and truly magical story that is perfect for families to share together.
Award-winning illustrator Eva Eriksson brings the charming characters to life with delightful seasonal artwork. Age range 5 to 8. 120 pages. Hardcover.
This is a classic picture book and story of the Tomten, a little elf who walks around a lonely, old farmstead on a winter night. In English. Originally written in Swedish by Astrid Lindgren, based on a poem by Viktor Rydberg. Paperback. 28 pages.
Winter has arrived, and the forest is covered in snow. But with the tree branches bare and the grass frozen, what will the forest animals eat? Norbert decides to visit his hungry friends, trekking through the icy forest to bring each of them a delicious gift. Beautifully illustrated board book about friendship and kindness. For very young readers. By Daniela Drescher.
Arctic Circle, Lingonberries, Sauna — this exciting new children’s picturebook is a colorful A-to-Z tour of all the Nordic countries. Page by page and letter by letter another generation will be introduced to Scandinavian history, culture and traditions. By Kathy-jo Wargin; Renee Graef, illustrator.
The tomten who lives on the farm keeps the animals safe from the hungry fox. A delightful book by Astrid Lindgren, one of Sweden's best-loved authors. Paperback. 30 pages.
From the creators of the bestselling The Christmas Wish comes a new wintry tale, in which brave Anja rescues a baby polar bear! Another winter has come for Anja! She, her cousin Erik, and her new puppy, Birki, are excited to explore the snow on their dogsled and make their way to the Christmas party. But on their journey, a great blizzard leaves the travelers stranded, and a lost baby polar bear comes to their tent looking for help. Can Anja and her friends help the little bear find his mother? Hardcover. 48 pages. By Lori Evert and photographs by Per Breiehagen.
The authors of The Christmas Wish bring you The Reindeer Wish! When Anja discovers an abandoned baby reindeer in the woods, she cares for it and raises it as her own. They become dear friends and have many adventures together, but as the reindeer grows he wishes to rejoin his kind. So Anja leads him to join the greatest reindeer of all -- those on Santa's sled team. Hardcover. 46 pages. By Lori Evert and photographs by Per Breiehagen.
Peek inside the busy Svensson house in Sweden, where Sofie, Louise and Carl are getting ready for Lucia Day, December 13. Follow their adventures through the day and learn how to create your own Lucia Day celebration. Written by Ewa Rydaker. Illustrations by Carina Stahlberg. 36 pages. Paperback. Recipes, songs and patterns for Lucia gown and Starboy outfits included.
A delightful coloring and craft book with lots of Scandinavian things to do and to learn. There’s history, traditions, geography, holidays, recipes, songs and more. Everything is presented in a fun and informative way by artist, Kirsten Sevig. Softcover, 48 pages.
This book, chocked full of easy crafts, recipes and tidbits of holiday traditions, will help make your family or classroom Christmas a Swedish one. Patterns for a straw goat, heart basket and other ornaments; 27 recipes, and lots more. By Helen Ingeborg. 32 pages. Paperback.
Per, the youngest son, didn't inherit as much as his older brothers — only a handsomely carved and painted wooden horse. But he knew that one day the horse would prove useful. Stunning colored-pencil illustrations by Yvonne Gilbert and spirited text by Rebecca Hickox. Paperback. 30 pages.
You can dance, you can jive as you celebrate the iconic pop band ABBA with this collectible and beautifully illustrated Little Golden Book! Their memorable melodies and lyrics still make people want to get up and dance!
Find out all about the Swedish band ABBA—from winning the Eurovision Song Contest, to their rise to global stardom with unforgettable songs like "Dancing Queen" and "Mamma Mia," and their lasting influence on pop music.
24 pages. Hardcover.
Trolls haunt snowy forests, and terrifying monsters roam the open sea.
A young woman journeys to the end of the world, and a boy proves he knows no fear.
This collection of 16 traditional tales transports readers to the enchanting world of Nordic folklore. Translated and transcribed by folklorists in the 19th century and presented here unabridged, the stories are by turns magical, hilarious, cozy and chilling. They offer a fascinating view into Nordic culture and a comforting wintertime read. Ulla Thynell's glowing contemporary illustrations accompany each tale, conjuring dragons, princesses and the Northern Lights. This special gift edition features an embossed, textured case and a ribbon marker. Hardcover. 168 pages.
A new centenary gift edition of the much-loved collection of folk and fairy tales from Sweden, illustrated by acclaimed artist John Bauer.
From good natured Scandinavian trolls through giants, tomtes, shepherd boys and princesses, the twenty-three classic stories by well-known authors such as Elsa Beskow and Anna Wahlenberg are delightfully told, full of adventure and magic with clever, resourceful children outwitting fairytale villains.
John Bauer's art – renowned for its detail, character and subtle humor – has never looked more luminous and evocative than in this gorgeously produced edition. Twenty extra pictures have been added along with a wonderful illustrated biography of Bauer, celebrating his work and life one hundred years after his premature death. The book has a foiled cover and ribbon marker, perfect for gifting.
This treasury will be cherished for generations to come.
256 pages. Hardcover.
Set in Sweden, this is the story of a wild little troll who runs away from home because he doesn’t want to do his chores. Rollo tries living with various woodland animals, but he finds out that there is no place like home, and he returns just in time for the best Christmas ever. A warm, fun-loving Christmas picture book for families to share. By Jan Brett
Share this hilarious story about what happens to the littlest and loudest Viking when an even littler and louder Viking arrives.
Sven might be the littlest Viking, but he has no trouble making himself known. He has the loudest warrior cry and the fiercest set of teeth. He loves to pillage and plunder. But there's a new kid in town -- a tiny warrior princess, who is smaller than Sven and even louder. What's a little Viking to do?
Recommended for ages 4 to 8. 22 pages. Hardcover.
With fast facts, mini missions, and engaging artwork, Vikings in 30 Seconds is the perfect introduction to one of the world’s most fascinating cultures.
Children will discover all about these amazing warriors, including where they came from, their incredible skill as boat builders and seafarers, and how they traded and settled in distant lands.
Each topic is presented in a concise 30-second summary, supported by a 3-second flash soundbite, and full-color artwork. Extra activities for kids to explore support the topics, encouraging them to explore on their own and discover more.
Lively design and engaging text combine with appealing artwork to make this irresistible to children ages 8 and older.
96 pages. Paperback.
Dad's made a delicious-looking pancake and everyone wants some -- but the pancake has other ideas!
These lightweight bookmarks with ribbon will save your place in your book and show off your swedish roots.
Meet Gnome.
He isn't your garden-variety garden gnome. He runs a small hotel for animals, and he works very hard at it. He spends his days fluffing, filing, and feeding the hotel's fountain fish. And his hard work was finally paying off! His hotel had become a place for small animals to stay for a night or two, and all the guests agreed that there was no place like Gnome's.
But when disaster strikes and damages the hotel, the guests are forced to find a new shelter. Gnome worries that all hope is lost until an unlikely guest encourages him to rebuild so that he can once again fluff, file, feed the fountain fish, and welcome guests back to Gnome's.
Scott Magoon was inspired to write There’s No Place Like Gnome’s after discovering three baby foxes living under his backyard shed. A garden gnome standing nearby seemed to watch over the little family.
Hardcover. 40 pages.
In this laugh-out-loud picture book, a Viking falls in love and must face the only thing in his way of attaining it: his fear of the sea.
Stig is your quintessential Viking guy. He loves fresh air, stew, and adorable kittens…but he hates the sea. Ingrid is your quintessential Viking gal. She loves all of the above and the sea. What happens when Stig sees Ingrid? Of course, he falls head over heels. But there is one significant problem that stands in their way: the sea.
Will Stig find a way to overcome his fears and woo the bold and beautiful Ingrid? Only if he uses his Viking ingenuity…and a few kittens.
Hardcover. Ages 3-7.
48 pages. 9.3 in H | 10.5 in W
374 pages. The Blackwell Pages. By K. L. Armstrong and Melisa Marr
