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We're so excited to be sharing that this year we have been venturing into the world of podcasting. We wanted to give our readers a chance to have an insight into the publishing processes here at Graffeg and get some exclusive takes from some of our wonderful authors. 

This February is going to be a busy month for many of our children's authors, with events ranging from orchestral performances to cosy readings. Find out more below:

We’re pleased to announce that in February we’ll be publishing a new edition of Pembrokeshire: David Wilson, a collection of 58 stunning monochrome images of this mesmerising landscape. 

Rita is returning again in 2022 and this time she wants a ninja. Rita wants a Ninja is the third book in the highly acclaimed Rita series written by Maire Zepf and illustrated by Mr Ando and originally published by Belfast-based Irish language publisher An tSnáthaid Mhór.

Here at Graffeg we publish a large range of cookery books, some of which consist of or feature some delicious plant-based meals perfect to introduce you to a new way of cooking. This January, we'll be sharing three new plant-based recipes each week to celebrate Veganuary, and we'd love for you to get involved.

2021 has been an exciting year for Graffeg. With the launch of two new series’, the success’ of our wonderful list of authors, illustrators and translators, four new team members and a boost in sales and visibility, this has been a year of growth for us.

Last month, Albert Upside Down, written by Ian Brown and illustrated by Eoin Clarke, was shortlisted for the 2022 Bishops Stortford Picture Book Award.  Bishops Stortford Picture Book Award is an annual event now in its 13th year. Click here to take a look at all the other brilliant picture books nominated.

We're delighted to announce that Ian Brown and Eoin Clarke’s first picture book, Albert Upside Down has been shortlisted for the 2022 Bishops Stortford Picture Book Award.

In September 2020, we published Wish You Were Here, a unique insight into 50 of the world’s great tourist destinations focusing on how they are successfully managed in this competitive marketplace. However, over a year on, author and international, multi-award, winning tourism consultant Terry Stevens, has created a new edition, Wish You Were Here: Europe.

Stuck for February half-term plans? Look no further. On 16th February the London premiere of Gaspard's Foxtrot  will be taking place at Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre with Philharmonia. 

We’re so excited to announce that one of our awe-inspiring picture books, The New Girl, written by Nicola Davies and illustrated by Cathy Fisher has been nominated for the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal 2021!