Lantana Publishing
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An award-winning children's book publisher and social enterprise with a mission to see all children reflected in the books they read.
We are thrilled to see that this year, @theclpe.bsky.social reports a more healthy landscape for inclusive representation in their annual report. Though there is still work to be done, we are committed, now and always, to contribute to that work. ⭐
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Read more: clpe.org.uk/research/clp...
November 14, 2025 at 2:51 PM
We are thrilled to see that this year, @theclpe.bsky.social reports a more healthy landscape for inclusive representation in their annual report. Though there is still work to be done, we are committed, now and always, to contribute to that work. ⭐
Read more: clpe.org.uk/research/clp...
Read more: clpe.org.uk/research/clp...
👟 Step Into My Shoes is a brilliant classroom read for teaching empathy & understanding.
Through Matou’s playful curiosity, children learn what it really means to “walk in someone else’s shoes.” ✨
Perfect for PSHE, assemblies & discussion starters! 💛
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Through Matou’s playful curiosity, children learn what it really means to “walk in someone else’s shoes.” ✨
Perfect for PSHE, assemblies & discussion starters! 💛
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November 12, 2025 at 4:37 PM
👟 Step Into My Shoes is a brilliant classroom read for teaching empathy & understanding.
Through Matou’s playful curiosity, children learn what it really means to “walk in someone else’s shoes.” ✨
Perfect for PSHE, assemblies & discussion starters! 💛
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
Through Matou’s playful curiosity, children learn what it really means to “walk in someone else’s shoes.” ✨
Perfect for PSHE, assemblies & discussion starters! 💛
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
Aren’t we all just a little bit jealous of Afiya and her magical dress? ✨💛
From A Story About Afiya by James Berry & Anna Cunha — a lyrical celebration of childhood, memory, and imagination. 🌈
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From A Story About Afiya by James Berry & Anna Cunha — a lyrical celebration of childhood, memory, and imagination. 🌈
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November 7, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Aren’t we all just a little bit jealous of Afiya and her magical dress? ✨💛
From A Story About Afiya by James Berry & Anna Cunha — a lyrical celebration of childhood, memory, and imagination. 🌈
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From A Story About Afiya by James Berry & Anna Cunha — a lyrical celebration of childhood, memory, and imagination. 🌈
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“The artwork is expressive and oozes joy.” — @Booktrust
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We love this beautiful review for The Great Henna Party by Humera Malik and Sohali Zohra — a vibrant celebration of family, creativity, and love. 🎨
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We love this beautiful review for The Great Henna Party by Humera Malik and Sohali Zohra — a vibrant celebration of family, creativity, and love. 🎨
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November 5, 2025 at 5:41 PM
“The artwork is expressive and oozes joy.” — @Booktrust
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We love this beautiful review for The Great Henna Party by Humera Malik and Sohali Zohra — a vibrant celebration of family, creativity, and love. 🎨
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978183...
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We love this beautiful review for The Great Henna Party by Humera Malik and Sohali Zohra — a vibrant celebration of family, creativity, and love. 🎨
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978183...
We’re so excited to share that Freedom Braids (illustrated by Oboh Moses) and The Playdate (illustrated by Clara Dackenberg) have both been nominated for the @carnegiemedals.bsky.social for Illustration! ✨
Two stunning stories, two incredible illustrators 💫
#Booksky #Carnegies2026
Two stunning stories, two incredible illustrators 💫
#Booksky #Carnegies2026
November 3, 2025 at 11:32 AM
We’re so excited to share that Freedom Braids (illustrated by Oboh Moses) and The Playdate (illustrated by Clara Dackenberg) have both been nominated for the @carnegiemedals.bsky.social for Illustration! ✨
Two stunning stories, two incredible illustrators 💫
#Booksky #Carnegies2026
Two stunning stories, two incredible illustrators 💫
#Booksky #Carnegies2026
Not all shadows are scary. 🌑✨
SHADOW is a tender modern fairy tale about facing fear and finding light.
A perfect not-so-scary read for #Halloween. 👻
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SHADOW is a tender modern fairy tale about facing fear and finding light.
A perfect not-so-scary read for #Halloween. 👻
lernerbooks.com/shop/show/18...
October 31, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Not all shadows are scary. 🌑✨
SHADOW is a tender modern fairy tale about facing fear and finding light.
A perfect not-so-scary read for #Halloween. 👻
lernerbooks.com/shop/show/18...
SHADOW is a tender modern fairy tale about facing fear and finding light.
A perfect not-so-scary read for #Halloween. 👻
lernerbooks.com/shop/show/18...
Since its release last year, Ellie and the Marriage List has touched hearts with warmth, humour, and one extra sparkle. ✨
Come and hear her story this #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth
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Come and hear her story this #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth
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October 30, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Since its release last year, Ellie and the Marriage List has touched hearts with warmth, humour, and one extra sparkle. ✨
Come and hear her story this #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
Come and hear her story this #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth
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“‘Duncan’s heartfelt lines break like poetry.’ — The New York Times ✨
Freedom Braids by Monique Duncan and Oboh Moses — a moving story of strength, heritage, and identity — is now available in paperback!
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Freedom Braids by Monique Duncan and Oboh Moses — a moving story of strength, heritage, and identity — is now available in paperback!
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October 29, 2025 at 5:19 PM
“‘Duncan’s heartfelt lines break like poetry.’ — The New York Times ✨
Freedom Braids by Monique Duncan and Oboh Moses — a moving story of strength, heritage, and identity — is now available in paperback!
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978183...
Freedom Braids by Monique Duncan and Oboh Moses — a moving story of strength, heritage, and identity — is now available in paperback!
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978183...
Love knows no boundaries. 💛
In Dearest One, Arielle Dance reminds us that life’s lessons — kindness, love, and care — are truly universal. We are far more alike than we are different and every child deserves to be loved loudly and in full.
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In Dearest One, Arielle Dance reminds us that life’s lessons — kindness, love, and care — are truly universal. We are far more alike than we are different and every child deserves to be loved loudly and in full.
Get yours 👉 uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
October 26, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Love knows no boundaries. 💛
In Dearest One, Arielle Dance reminds us that life’s lessons — kindness, love, and care — are truly universal. We are far more alike than we are different and every child deserves to be loved loudly and in full.
Get yours 👉 uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
In Dearest One, Arielle Dance reminds us that life’s lessons — kindness, love, and care — are truly universal. We are far more alike than we are different and every child deserves to be loved loudly and in full.
Get yours 👉 uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
We're thrilled to announce that A HAT FULL OF SEA by Maudie Smith and Jen Khatun is a White Raven! 🌊
A hat full of sea is a heart-warming story about one very special hat. Or should that be one very special girl? 👒
Check it out 👉 uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
#wrlist2025 #booksky
A hat full of sea is a heart-warming story about one very special hat. Or should that be one very special girl? 👒
Check it out 👉 uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
#wrlist2025 #booksky
October 22, 2025 at 5:56 PM
We're thrilled to announce that A HAT FULL OF SEA by Maudie Smith and Jen Khatun is a White Raven! 🌊
A hat full of sea is a heart-warming story about one very special hat. Or should that be one very special girl? 👒
Check it out 👉 uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
#wrlist2025 #booksky
A hat full of sea is a heart-warming story about one very special hat. Or should that be one very special girl? 👒
Check it out 👉 uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
#wrlist2025 #booksky
🌧️ A reminder that even when it's raining you should 'Dare to Smile. Your smile can make someone's day and maybe even change someone's life.' 😁
A spread from DEAREST ONE!
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A spread from DEAREST ONE!
Discover more 👉 uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
October 19, 2025 at 8:51 PM
🌧️ A reminder that even when it's raining you should 'Dare to Smile. Your smile can make someone's day and maybe even change someone's life.' 😁
A spread from DEAREST ONE!
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A spread from DEAREST ONE!
Discover more 👉 uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
We asked Shiko Nguru, the author of The Intasimi Warriors this question💬 :
🌍 Kenyan mythology and real-world settings are such a rich part of this series.
How do you strike the balance between traditional lore, fantasy, and contemporary life in your storytelling?
🌍 Kenyan mythology and real-world settings are such a rich part of this series.
How do you strike the balance between traditional lore, fantasy, and contemporary life in your storytelling?
October 17, 2025 at 8:34 PM
We asked Shiko Nguru, the author of The Intasimi Warriors this question💬 :
🌍 Kenyan mythology and real-world settings are such a rich part of this series.
How do you strike the balance between traditional lore, fantasy, and contemporary life in your storytelling?
🌍 Kenyan mythology and real-world settings are such a rich part of this series.
How do you strike the balance between traditional lore, fantasy, and contemporary life in your storytelling?
I'm Nemy! Every day I worked in the sugarcane fields, dreaming of something more. 🌾 Then Big Mother showed me the magic in our braids — stories, maps, freedom! ✨
Now, when I braid my hair, I feel the strength and joy of all the women before me.
#BlackHistoryMonth #Booksky
Now, when I braid my hair, I feel the strength and joy of all the women before me.
#BlackHistoryMonth #Booksky
October 16, 2025 at 7:53 PM
I'm Nemy! Every day I worked in the sugarcane fields, dreaming of something more. 🌾 Then Big Mother showed me the magic in our braids — stories, maps, freedom! ✨
Now, when I braid my hair, I feel the strength and joy of all the women before me.
#BlackHistoryMonth #Booksky
Now, when I braid my hair, I feel the strength and joy of all the women before me.
#BlackHistoryMonth #Booksky
📚 This #BlackHistoryMonth, fill your shelves with stories that celebrate Black history, joy & imagination! ✨
This list is perfect for classrooms & libraries — inspiring young readers to remember their history, shape their future, and celebrate themselves. 🖤
This list is perfect for classrooms & libraries — inspiring young readers to remember their history, shape their future, and celebrate themselves. 🖤
October 11, 2025 at 5:34 PM
📚 This #BlackHistoryMonth, fill your shelves with stories that celebrate Black history, joy & imagination! ✨
This list is perfect for classrooms & libraries — inspiring young readers to remember their history, shape their future, and celebrate themselves. 🖤
This list is perfect for classrooms & libraries — inspiring young readers to remember their history, shape their future, and celebrate themselves. 🖤
We’re so grateful that The Language of Flowers by Shyala Smith & Aaron Asis was shortlisted for The Diverse Book Awards! 🌸
Huge congrats to Until you Find the Sun by Maryam Hassan and Anna Wilson on the win, and to all the brilliant picture books celebrated this year! 💛📚
Huge congrats to Until you Find the Sun by Maryam Hassan and Anna Wilson on the win, and to all the brilliant picture books celebrated this year! 💛📚
October 10, 2025 at 8:21 PM
We’re so grateful that The Language of Flowers by Shyala Smith & Aaron Asis was shortlisted for The Diverse Book Awards! 🌸
Huge congrats to Until you Find the Sun by Maryam Hassan and Anna Wilson on the win, and to all the brilliant picture books celebrated this year! 💛📚
Huge congrats to Until you Find the Sun by Maryam Hassan and Anna Wilson on the win, and to all the brilliant picture books celebrated this year! 💛📚
Happy 🇺🇸 #bookbirthday to AZIZI AND THE LITTLE BLUE BIRD 🐦 This contemporary fairy tale of freedom against oppression is inspired by the Jasmine Revolution in Tunisia 🇹🇳
Buy here 👉 lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...
Buy here 👉 lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...
October 7, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Happy 🇺🇸 #bookbirthday to AZIZI AND THE LITTLE BLUE BIRD 🐦 This contemporary fairy tale of freedom against oppression is inspired by the Jasmine Revolution in Tunisia 🇹🇳
Buy here 👉 lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...
Buy here 👉 lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...
✨ Just 2 days to go! ✨ AZIZI AND THE LITTLE BLUE BIRD is about to take flight in the US, and we can’t wait to welcome you to the magical Land of the Crescent Moon 🌙💙
Pre order here 👉 lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...
Pre order here 👉 lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...
October 5, 2025 at 6:03 PM
✨ Just 2 days to go! ✨ AZIZI AND THE LITTLE BLUE BIRD is about to take flight in the US, and we can’t wait to welcome you to the magical Land of the Crescent Moon 🌙💙
Pre order here 👉 lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...
Pre order here 👉 lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...
It’s almost time! 📖✨
AZIZI AND THE LITTLE BLUE BIRD 🕊️💙 is coming to the US 🇺🇸!
A tale of hope 🌟, togetherness 🤝 & freedom 🕊️ — inspired by the Jasmine Revolution 🌸.
Pre-order here 👉 lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...
AZIZI AND THE LITTLE BLUE BIRD 🕊️💙 is coming to the US 🇺🇸!
A tale of hope 🌟, togetherness 🤝 & freedom 🕊️ — inspired by the Jasmine Revolution 🌸.
Pre-order here 👉 lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...
October 2, 2025 at 7:08 PM
It’s almost time! 📖✨
AZIZI AND THE LITTLE BLUE BIRD 🕊️💙 is coming to the US 🇺🇸!
A tale of hope 🌟, togetherness 🤝 & freedom 🕊️ — inspired by the Jasmine Revolution 🌸.
Pre-order here 👉 lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...
AZIZI AND THE LITTLE BLUE BIRD 🕊️💙 is coming to the US 🇺🇸!
A tale of hope 🌟, togetherness 🤝 & freedom 🕊️ — inspired by the Jasmine Revolution 🌸.
Pre-order here 👉 lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...
🚶♂️✨ A walk to school can be more than it seems—just ask Nimesh! 🤩
📖 Nimesh the Adventurer is a fun-filled tale of a boy with a BIG imagination who turns the dullest journey into a dazzling adventure. 🐻❄️
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📖 Nimesh the Adventurer is a fun-filled tale of a boy with a BIG imagination who turns the dullest journey into a dazzling adventure. 🐻❄️
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
October 1, 2025 at 7:05 PM
🚶♂️✨ A walk to school can be more than it seems—just ask Nimesh! 🤩
📖 Nimesh the Adventurer is a fun-filled tale of a boy with a BIG imagination who turns the dullest journey into a dazzling adventure. 🐻❄️
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
📖 Nimesh the Adventurer is a fun-filled tale of a boy with a BIG imagination who turns the dullest journey into a dazzling adventure. 🐻❄️
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
At Lantana Publishing, we only print on FSC-certified paper 🌳✨That means our books protect forests, support communities & help the planet thrive. When you read with us, you’re choosing sustainability. 📚💚
#FSCForestWeek
#FSCForestWeek
September 25, 2025 at 7:31 PM
At Lantana Publishing, we only print on FSC-certified paper 🌳✨That means our books protect forests, support communities & help the planet thrive. When you read with us, you’re choosing sustainability. 📚💚
#FSCForestWeek
#FSCForestWeek
We’re honoured that The Language of Flowers has made the shortlist for The Diverse Book Awards Picture Book Award! 🌷 Thank you to the readers, families, and little ones who’ve embraced this story with such love.
#thedbawards
#thedbawards
September 23, 2025 at 5:53 PM
We’re honoured that The Language of Flowers has made the shortlist for The Diverse Book Awards Picture Book Award! 🌷 Thank you to the readers, families, and little ones who’ve embraced this story with such love.
#thedbawards
#thedbawards
At Lantana, we are forever committed to making books that reflect all children, 📚
So, today on #internationaldayofpeace we wanted to share a spread from MY MUMMY MARCHES 🪧 A joyful story celebrating the power of peaceful protest and the will to change things for the better.
So, today on #internationaldayofpeace we wanted to share a spread from MY MUMMY MARCHES 🪧 A joyful story celebrating the power of peaceful protest and the will to change things for the better.
September 21, 2025 at 8:34 PM
At Lantana, we are forever committed to making books that reflect all children, 📚
So, today on #internationaldayofpeace we wanted to share a spread from MY MUMMY MARCHES 🪧 A joyful story celebrating the power of peaceful protest and the will to change things for the better.
So, today on #internationaldayofpeace we wanted to share a spread from MY MUMMY MARCHES 🪧 A joyful story celebrating the power of peaceful protest and the will to change things for the better.
Arrr! In The Pirate Tree, Sam turns a hilltop tree into a swashbucklin’ ship—till a new sailor arrives. Treasure or friendship, which will they find? 🌳➡️⛵ Tell me, crew—what would ye turn into yer pirate ship today? 🏴☠️ #TalkLikeAPirateDay
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September 19, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Arrr! In The Pirate Tree, Sam turns a hilltop tree into a swashbucklin’ ship—till a new sailor arrives. Treasure or friendship, which will they find? 🌳➡️⛵ Tell me, crew—what would ye turn into yer pirate ship today? 🏴☠️ #TalkLikeAPirateDay
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
uk.bookshop.org/a/291/978191...
🌸 A preview of My Mama’s Special Wonton Soup 🍲✨
In a sunlit village in Southern China, every “Zǎo ān” brings kindness, fresh ingredients, and a lesson in sharing. A tender tale of food, family & community 💕
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In a sunlit village in Southern China, every “Zǎo ān” brings kindness, fresh ingredients, and a lesson in sharing. A tender tale of food, family & community 💕
Order here 👉 uk.bookshop.org/p/books/mama...
September 16, 2025 at 5:15 PM
🌸 A preview of My Mama’s Special Wonton Soup 🍲✨
In a sunlit village in Southern China, every “Zǎo ān” brings kindness, fresh ingredients, and a lesson in sharing. A tender tale of food, family & community 💕
Order here 👉 uk.bookshop.org/p/books/mama...
In a sunlit village in Southern China, every “Zǎo ān” brings kindness, fresh ingredients, and a lesson in sharing. A tender tale of food, family & community 💕
Order here 👉 uk.bookshop.org/p/books/mama...
#coverreveal 🍊 AZIZI AND THE LITTLE BLUE BIRD
This contemporary fairy tale of freedom against oppression is inspired by the Jasmine Revolution in Tunisia. 🪺
Pre-order here: lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...
This contemporary fairy tale of freedom against oppression is inspired by the Jasmine Revolution in Tunisia. 🪺
Pre-order here: lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...
September 8, 2025 at 7:17 PM
#coverreveal 🍊 AZIZI AND THE LITTLE BLUE BIRD
This contemporary fairy tale of freedom against oppression is inspired by the Jasmine Revolution in Tunisia. 🪺
Pre-order here: lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...
This contemporary fairy tale of freedom against oppression is inspired by the Jasmine Revolution in Tunisia. 🪺
Pre-order here: lernerbooks.com/shop/show/25...