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Hsin Yi Foundation Hsin Yi Publications
Hsin Yi Publications was established in 1978. As Taiwan's first publisher specializing in picture books and educational toys, Hsin Yi has gained a great reputation in early childhood education. It also holds the prestigious Hsin Yi Children's Literature Award, and cultivates numerous illustrators. Many of their award-winning books have also been published in English, French, and other languages.
Founded in 1978 Annual published titles: 20 Total publications: over 750 titles www.hsin-yi.org.tw |
Contact Arni Liu | Deputy Editor in Chief arni@hsin-yi.org.tw +886-2- 2396-5303 ext. 1818 |
1. A New Year's Reunion 團圓 Little Maomao's father works in faraway places, and comes home only once a year for Chinese New Year. He makes repairs to the house, takes Maomao out for New Year events, and hides a lucky coin into the rice ball for her to find. The story reveals the affection between a father and a daughter with images of Chinese lanterns, dragon dances, and spring couplets are presented in lively illustrations.
Author: Li-qyong Yu Illustrator: Cheng-liang Zhu 48 pages | 21.3x24.3 cm ISBN: 978-986-161-247-8 |
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2. Puppy 小白 An old man dreamed about his childhood, in which he was having a good time with his puppy until it was hit by a truck and died. After the old man woke up in tears, he went to the park and met a new friend who brightened up his life.
Author: Nai-wen Kuo Illustrator: Jian-xin Zhou 48 pages | 28.5x20.4 cm ISBN: 978-986-161-554-7 |
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3. Who Is Attending the Tea Party?
誰要來喝下午茶? Peggy collected leaves, sticks, nuts, flowers, and rocks to make desserts for an imaginary tea party at the park. Many guests attended. There were two piglets, a butterfly, a bird a squirrel, and a car. Even the wind and rain joined them. After the sun reappeared, Peggy thanked everyone and waved goodbye.
Author: Man-ling Yeh Illustrator: Man-ling Yeh 40 pages | 26.5x21 cm ISBN: 978-986-161-555-4 |
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4. Howl! Howl!
嗷嗚!嗷嗚! A little leopard asked hi s grandpa what he wanted to do today. Grandpa said he wanted to do 100 cartwheels, cut a watermelon with his tail, read a book, eat a whole carrot, take a walk, and howl loud enough to hake apples down from a tree.
Author: Bu Ma Illustrator: Bu Ma 36 pages | 21.2x18.8 cm ISBN: 978-986-161-557-8 |
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5. The Box 盒子 There is a man who always has strange encounters in daily life. People are either too distant or too clingy towards him. It's hard to meet someone makes him laugh. Finally, a woman becomes his best companion. Somehow, they stray from each other. Now, he is determined to find her.
Author: Rao Fu Illustrator: Rao Fu 60 pages | 15.8x18 cm ISBN: 978-986-161-558-5 |
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6. The Snow Deer
雪鹿 In the forest, animals find that the trees are being cut down. When loggers get closer, all the animals run away. Snow Deer transforms itself into a tree to protect a yearling who is unable to run far. The tree gets chopped down, and the yearling is left alone. When the spring comes, the tree starts to grow again.
Author: Che-ming Chang Illustrator: Che-ming Chang 36 pages | 19.8x28.5 cm ISBN: 978-986-161-512-7 |
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7. How Does the Princess Clean Her Boogers?
公主怎麼挖鼻屎? When the old granny asked the animals if they knew how the princess cleans up her boogers, they gave different answers; such as eating them or flicking them away. None of these ways sounded appropriate, so the granny and the animals went to the palace to find out the real answer.
Author: Zhuo-ying Li Illustrator: Zhuo-ying Li 40 pages | 21.2x24.3 cm ISBN: 978-986-161-537-0 |
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8. Guji-Guji
Guji-Guji Guji-Guji was born a crocodile, but raised by a family of ducks. One day, he meets some crocodiles who tell him he is not a duck, but instead he’s just like them. They try to convince him to help them trap and eat his family. This presents Guji-Guji with a dilemma until he realizes he is not a duck or a crocodile, but a "crocoduck." He then tricks the crocodiles and saves his family.
Author: Chih-yuan Chen Illustrator: Chih-yuan Chen 36 pages | 20x28.2 cm ISBN: 986-161-017-0 |
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9. Whose Stop Is This?
誰的家到了? A snake, a rabbit, and a bear took a bus to go home. These passengers got off the bus one by one when they reached their own homes. Later, the bus continued the trip alone and then arrived home at sunset.
Author: Hsu-kung Liu Illustrator: Hsu-kung Liu 28 pages | 12.8x17.5 cm ISBN: 978-986-161-460-1 |
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10. Running Town
跑跑鎮 In Running Town, all the resident s like running, so sometimes they would run into each other and turn into another thing. For example, a cat and an eagle would accidentally run into each other and turn into an owl. However, the collision of a mom and a dad and a boy turns into a happy family.
Author: Ya-dong Wang Illustrator: Xian-kui Song 32 pages | 25.5x18.8 cm ISBN: 978-986-161-509-7 |
Linking Publishing Co., Ltd.
Founded in 1974, Linking Publishing is a general publisher. Over the past four decades, Linking's backlist includes thousands of titles, ranging from humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and reference books to literature, business & management, self-help & spiritual, travel, and children's books. Linking Publishing Co. manages two bookstores located in Taipei and Taichung, as well as an internet bookstore.
Founded in 1974 Annual published titles: 180 Total publications: 6,000 www.linkingbooks.com.tw |
Contact Shang-yuan Lee | Rights Manager linkingrights@udngroup.com +886-2-8692-5588 ext. 5308 |
1. The Dog with a Crutch 拐杖狗 2015 Winner of Golden Tripod Awards. Winner of Feng Zikai Outstanding Chinese Children's Picture Book Award. The Dog with a Crutch is a picture book in which you can almost hear the sounds. Though the dialogue is wordless, you will find friendship and loyalty throughout the book. Rights sold: China
Author: Ru-qing Lee Illustrator: Ru-qing Lee 56 pages | 21x29.5 cm ISBN: 978-957-084-496-2 |
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2. Mao-Mao, 1, 2, 3: I'm One Year Old--Open
毛毛123:開開 Mao-Mao, 1, 2, 3: I'm One Year Old is a series designed for one-year-olds. The series starts with Open, in which Mao-Mao greets the day. It is followed by Come, in which she goes out to play and has adventures. In the final book of the series, Hug, she is ready to sleep and feels her parents'love.
Author: Ying-fan Chen Illustrator: Ying-fan Chen 30 pages | 20x20 cm ISBN: 978-957-084-634-8 |
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3. Taiwan Express
Taiwan風之旅 Using butterflies and the wind as metaphors, internationallyrenowned illustrator Yutaka Kobayashi tells the history of Taiwan-a multicultural country that constantly evolves with time.
Author: Yutaka Kobayashi Illustrator: Yutaka Kobayashi 40 pages | 22.5x25 cm ISBN: 978-957-084-816-8 |
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4. The Back
背影 Observing from the back usually leaves us with an illusion that the images we remember will last forever. When the seemingly eternal images from the back fade away or even suddenly disappear, we realize this is life as it is, so we learn to cherish the memories of our loved ones and the simple joy of our ordinary lives.
Author: Hsin-yu Sun Illustrator: Hsin-yu Sun 40 pages | 27x21 cm ISBN: 978-957-084-551-8 |
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5. Spring Picnic Party
春天的野餐會 The first picture book tells a story about Taiwan's four seasons. Let's show children the beauty of nature, and let them experience different lifestyles in the four seasons. A true story happens in a stone house. The weather is getting warmer and warmer. What a wonderful moment! With delicious food, who do you want to invite to have a picnic?
Author: Ying-fan Chen Illustrator: Ying-fan Chen 40 pages | 21x27.5 cm ISBN: 978-957-084-676-8
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6. Let's Exchange Presents!
來玩交換禮物 Let's exchange presents! Winter is coming. Everybody wants to take out their best presents to exchange with others. What is the best present? Does the best present mean that we give our favorite present to others?
Author: Li-chun Tsui Illustrator: Li-chun Tsui 40 pages | 21x27.5 cm ISBN: 978-957-084-845-8 |
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7. I Want to Be an Editor
我要當編輯 Ching is going all out with her red pen on a manuscript! Since she was a child, she enjoyed reading; hoping someday she can become an editor to publish amazing books. However, when she manages to become one, the job of editor isn't as simple as she expected...
Author: Pei-ching Chang Illustrator: B&W 48 pages | 27x21 cm ISBN: 978-957-084-463-4 |
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8. Papa Mountain
爸爸山 Today, it's time for an adventure: we're going to climb up Papa Mountain! Papa Mountain is the best mountain in the world. You can clamber up its shoulders, slide down its knees, make your way to its tufted peak, and look out at the scenery. It will always catch you in its loving arms and carry you back to Earth.
Author: Yi-hsin Tsao Illustrator: Yi-hsin Tsao 40 pages | 20x20 cm ISBN: 978-957-084-777-2 |
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9. What Happened to Mommy?
媽咪怎麼了 When you're expecting your second child, have you ever wondered how your first child feels? The first child may feel confused during his/her mother's pregnancy. Please read this picture book with your eldest child. Rights sold: China.
Author: Ying-fan Chen Illustrator: Yu-ling Chen 48 pages | 17x22 cm ISBN: 978-957-084-667-6 |
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10. It's Great to Be a Little Grey Wolf
幸好我是小灰狼 Pipi, a little grey wolf, lives in a colorful forest. He's unhappy because he thinks he looks dusty and unattractive. He tries to disguise himself, but bad things always follow. Sitting on the hill, he finally realizes one thing: only when you bravely accept the one and only Pipi inside you, then you'll become confident in who you are.
Author: Yu-jung Hsu Illustrator: Yu-jung Hsu 36 pages | 26.5x22 cm ISBN: 978-957-084-860-1 |
Locus Publishing Company
A Taiwanese publisher focused on business, non-fiction stories (including memoirs, biographies, and travelogues), self-help (especially about personal growth), illustrated books, fiction, classic literature, young adult books; historical novels, etc.
Founded in 1996 Annual published titles: 60-70 Total publications: over 1,000 titles www.locuspublishing.com |
Contact Vinelle Pan | Rights Manager vinelle@locuspublishing.com +886-2-8712-3898 ext. 35 |
1. Under the Same Moon 同一個月亮 Our hearts are bathed in the same moonlight, full of the same yearning. Han-han waits by the window, as if he's waiting for someone to come. Han-han sees a lion coming. The lion has a nail stuck in his paw. Han-han carefully comforts him. Hanhan still waits by the window, nervous and excited. He is waiting for his father, who hasn't come back in so long...
Author: Jimmy Liao Illustrator: Jimmy Liao Publisher: Locus Publishing Company 32 pages | 21x28 cm ISBN: 978-986-213-828-1 |
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2. So Close yet So Far 忽遠忽近 After writing about the star-crossed lovers who never meet in Turn Left, Turn Right, Jimmy Liao found himself engrossed in the story of another pair of lovers who have been friends since childhood, yet could never commit to each other. So Close yet So Far depicts a time when we all seek stability in change. A time full of choices but lacking in certainty-a time of people afraid to be hurt again.
Author: Jimmy Liao Illustrator: Jimmy Liao Publisher: Locus Publishing Company 144 pages | 19x26 cm ISBN: 978-986-213-752-9 |
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3. All of My World Is You 我的世界都是你 The girl's little black dog has gone missing. She misses it, so she writes it letters that she releases into the wind. She prays that her dog will receive them, wherever he is. The girl lives in a closed-down hotel. She roams the various rooms, which are all full of memories of her playing with the little black dog. But in these rooms, she meets a variety of strange characters. They say that they've stayed in the hotel in the past, and they're here because of the letters they've been receiving...
Author: Jimmy Liao Illustrator: Jimmy Liao Publisher: Locus Publishing Company 120 pages | 19x26 cm ISBN: 978-986-213-677-5 |
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4. The Disobedient Stone 不安分的石頭(精裝) To make sure that everything in Gagabe Forest stays the same, a neighborhood watch called Team Six patrols the entire forest every day. One day, a stone appears in the forest. Sometimes it glows, sometimes it makes strange sounds. Team Six is stumped. How could they restore the forest back to how it was previously?
Author: Ahn Zhe Illustrator: Ahn Zhe Publisher: Locus Publishing Company 52 pages | 25x22 cm ISBN: 978-986-213-572-3 |
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5. Going Home 回家 Fresh off a win at the 4th GCIA awards, Yu Teng paints a finely-detailed portrait of the Taipei she grew up in through a journey back home, starring a man and a dog. She depicts the streets, the MRT, and YouBikes that have become such a big part of daily life.
Author: Yu Teng Illustrator: Yu Teng Publisher: Locus Publishing Company 40 pages | 19x13 cm ISBN: 978-986-213-715-4 |
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6. No. 39 Animal Surgery 動物醫院39 號 No. 39 Animal Surgery depicts a real place through semi-fictitious accounts. The vet character is based on a real person, but the animals are personifications. With her astonishingly artistic and unique expressions of drawing, the author tells these mini stories about animals, and human beings with passion for animals.
Author: Chinlun Lee Illustrator: Chinlun Lee Publisher: Locus Publishing Company 96 pages | 14.5x21 cm ISBN: 986-797-527-8 |
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7. Baker 麵包師之旅 Winner of the 2016 Taiwan Golden Comic Awards for Best New Artist. This beautiful story has no words, and it doesn't need any. Artist Wen-sheng Chen allowed the simple seeds of a childhood daydream to form as he waited for the bread truck to pass his house. Then, they sprouted into a luscious, living work of color and creativity.
Author: Wen-sheng Chen Illustrator: Wen-sheng Chen Publisher: Dala Publishing Company 152 pages | 19x20 cm ISBN: 978-986-663-469-7 |
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8. The Little Drifter 流浪小孩 Crystal Kung looks at all the cities and places she has visited from a young person's perspective, where foreigners come and go (or revisit years later) for different reasons. The child that repeatedly appears in the six stories seems to remind those who left of all the good things they once owned, yet never lost.
Author: Crystal Kung Illustrator: Crystal Kung Publisher: Dala Publishing Company 172 pages | 17x23 cm ISBN: 978-986-663-459-8 |
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9. Magical Super Asia I & II 深邃美麗的亞細亞 1-2 The comic book Magical Super Asia embodies Chen Uen's bright wisdom. It seems that the fictional story in the comics has nothing to do with the reality. However, most of the characters have their own humanity and mortality. They are looking for something special in a materialistic society. Some are craving material things, some are asking for real power, some are waiting for happiness...What kind of world is the real "beautiful new world?"
Author: Chen Uen Illustrator: Chen Uen Publisher: Dala Publishing Company Books 1-2: 256, 252 pages | 18×26 cm ISBN: 978-986-663-470-3; 978-986-663-472-7 |
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10. '80s Diary in Taiwan 1 & 2 80 年代事件簿 1-2 Vol. 2 won 2014 Golden Comic Awards for Comic of the Year. "These are stories of our generation. They are subject to upheavals and transformations restricted to only those who still have a lot of youth left to squander. For me, the 80s was a rich and vital era in Taiwan. My hope is that a book such as this one will enable people to retain a firm grasp on memories of that captivating era."-Sean Chuang Author: Sean Chuang Illustrator: Sean Chuang Publisher: Dala Publishing Company Books 1-2: 192, 180 pages | 17x23 cm ISBN: 978-986-663-429-1; 978-986-663-450-5 |
Sharp Point Publishing Group
Since its establishment in 1982, Sharp Point Publishing foresaw the evolving desires of young readers, and has continuously been developing publishing niches to meet their tastes and demands. Over this time, Sharp Point has accumulated thousands of publishing types. Having its solid foundation in Taiwan as its core competitive edge, SPP has been actively providing high-quality works by introducing various authors and will successively dedicate its resources to cultivating original authors. SPP shall advance into the global Chinese teen reading market, providing its customers with a wide selection of enjoyable reading materials.
Founded in 1982 Annual published titles:794 (2016) Total publications: about 20,000 www.spp.com.tw |
Contact Carol Huang | Rights Coordinator carol_huang@mail2.spp.com.tw +886-2-2500-7600 ext. 1023 |
1. How Does the Wild Creek Flow? 野溪怎麼了? From the perspective of the wild creek, this outstanding picture book describes the way wild animals and human interact with the creek. Furthermore, this picture book also deeply explores the interactive symbiotic relationships and peaceful coexistence opportunities between human beings and the natural environment.
Author: Yong-ting Jhuang Illustrator: Yong-ting Jhuang Publisher: Sharp Point Press 56 pages | 21x28 cm ISBN: 978-957-106-803-9 |
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2. A New Day 嶄新的一天 During a person's lifetime, people always are pursuing love, warmth, and quality time with family. When a little boy wakes up in the morning and finds out that the whole world has become completely different, what should he do? How can the missing boy find his way back home?
Author: Yu-feng Kuo Illustrator: Yen-ting Kuo Publisher: Sharp Point Press 60 pages | 27.5x27 cm ISBN: 978-957-107-367-5 |
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3. I Am Brave 我要勇敢 In order to understand children's physical and mental health needs, this story accompanies children through the setbacks and frustrations, and gives them the courage and confidence needed in life.
Author: Juei-chih Tsao Illustrator: Juei-chih Tsao Publisher: Light Press/Sharp Point Press 48 pages | 25x25 cm ISBN: 978-986-947-202-9 |
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4. See You Later, Alligator 我們待會見 With diverse characters, lively style, and unique watercolor illustrations, this title has attracted strong attention! The story educates children on patience, controlling negative emotions, and respecting others. Let children learn to play with friends, and they won't become lonely adults!
Author: Jade Huang Illustrator: Jade Huang Publisher: Light Press/Sharp Point Press 48 pages | 21.6x20.1 cm ISBN: 978-986-947-204-3 |
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5. Taiwan Original Animals Story 1: The Sika Deer's Wish 臺灣原生動物故事繪本1:小鹿的願望 Mr. Miller is idolized by all the animals in the forest, including a small sika deer named Cile. Cile wishes to become a beautiful and brave deer just like Mr. Miller. However, Cile finally realized that real bravery is not connected with appearances.
Author: Lynol Illustrator: Lynol Publisher: Light Press/Sharp Point Press 48 pages | 21.6x20.1 cm ISBN: 978-986-947-206-7 |
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6. Dear Adults 親愛的大人 Children are not small adults. This book provides real insights from 10 different children, and its illustrator is an 11 years old genius with ADHD. These touching stories help adults understand how to effectively interact with and accompany ADHD children.
Author: Chia-hui Hsing, Chia-yen Lee Illustrator: Mr.elk Publisher: Sharp Point Press 120 pages | 17x23 cm ISBN: 978-957-107-284-5 |
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7. Bobo the Baby Penguin 小企鵝波波 This title showcases a new art style that transcends age, gender, and country borders. It instantly became a bestseller on all book-selling channels after its release.
Author: Lynol Illustrator: Lynol Publisher: Sharp Point Press 160 pages | 14.5x21 cm ISBN: 978-957-107-399-6 |
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8. Why Not? 2 有何不可(2) Jheng-Hsin and Cheng are best friends with opposite personalities. Ni-Ni is Cheng's beloved younger sister. Jheng-Hsin treats her like his own sister as well. However, the good times for the three ceased when Jheng-Hsin left abruptly during high school. The siblings had no contact with Jheng-Hsin since then. Ten years later, Ni-Ni was accepted to the college, and happened to become Jheng-Hsin’s neighbor. She found out that there's a heart-wrenching secret about Jheng-Hsin.
Author: Cory Illustrator: Cory Publisher: Sharp Point Press 168 pages | 11.4x17.6 cm ISBN: 978-957-106-953-1 |
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9. Treasure & Paradise 6 樂園的寶藏(6) Xiao Le promised to look for treasure in an amusement park because of her happy childhood. Xiao Le’s grandmother made a will that stated anyone who finds the seven buried treasures can take over the ownership of her amusement park. Who will find the treasure first? Xiao Le, or her grandma’s adopted sons?
Author: WEWE Illustrator: WEWE Publisher: Sharp Point Press 192 pages | 11.4x17.6 cm ISBN: 978-957-106-380-5 |
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10. Love Textbooks: The Day After Tomorrow 戀愛教戰手冊:明天的明天以後 Xia and Yi were childhood sweethearts, but they were separated at nine years of age when Xia moved abroad. Now seven years later, Yi met a playboy at her school who had a new girlfriend every day. The playboy turned out to be Xia!
Author: Peach Illustrator: Ato Publisher: Sharp Point Press 256 pages | 14.5x21 cm ISBN: 978-957-107-159-6 |