Angeliki Malakasioti   I am not just a book

picture book | 4+
ISBN: 978-960-594-129-1 • Price: 18,00€  • 26,5Χ27,5 cm. • Pages: 60

 

The book | The book that the reader holds in his hands is transformed into a series of other imaginary objects through speech, speaking in this way about the magical condition of reading.

An original interactive workbook on the theme of book love, designed for
young and older children.

The author | Angeliki Malakasioti is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Audio & Visual Arts, Ionian University. She has studied architecture in the Department of Architecture, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, she has completed the program "March Architectural Design" in the Bartlett School of Architecture, UCL, with distinction, and she has fulfilled her Doctoral Thesis "Anatomy of the Digital Body - Spatial Aspects of the Self and the Immaterial on the Web" with honors. She has recently completed a
post-doctorate research on the "Architecture of Melancholy - the Case of
Video Games". She has taught courses in the Department of Architecture,
University of Thessaly, in the Department of Architecture, Aristotle
Univesrity of Thessaloniki, and in the joint postgraduate program
"Information and Communication Technologies in Education" of the National
and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Her research and artistic activities
emphasize on the fields of digital image and composition, cyberspatial
experience, new technologies and digital media, audiovisual representations,
visual and conceptual design, speculative design and creative methodologies,
digital culture and its theoretical dimensions. She has multiple
international publications, she has participated in international
conferences, art and film festivals and exhibitions, and she has received
prizes of experimental film making, photography and "art as research"
contributions.

Christos Boulotis    The apricot tree that grew inside a red shoe

picture book | 6+
ISBN: 978-960-594-131-4 • Price: 18,00€  • 26Χ28,5 cm. • Pages: 40

 

The book | An inspiring story by the multi-award-winning author Christos Boulotis and illustrated by Photini Stephanidi, nominee for the 2026 Hans Christian Andersen International Award, about the impossible becoming possible through a deep belief in the beauty of the world, companionship and acceptance.

A fairy tale that encourages children to strive to make the world a better
place.

The author | Christos Boulotis was born at Myrina on the island of Limnos. He is an archaeologist and a member of the Athens Academy. Having previously taught at the Ionian University he now teaches both in the postgraduate programs of the University of Athens and the School of Fine Arts. He has conducted excavations on the islands of Crete, Limnos and Santorini and in Peloponese. Since 1987 he has been a prolific author of children’s books, with more than seventy titles published. His first published work, «The Strange Love of the White Horse and the Poplar Tree» was awarded the Pier Paolo Vergerio prize in 1989. «The Water-Melon Thief» and «The Statue Who Was Always Cold» won the annual prize awarded by the Greek Section of IBBY in 2003 and 2000 respectively.

Photini Stephanidi Painter, illustrator, engraver
Born in Greece in 1962, the artist and illustrator Photini Stephanidi - daughter of the painter Yannis Stephanidis - completed her studies in painting and fresco at the Athens School of Fine Arts in 1986, where her teachers included painters of international repute such as Giannis Moralis, Dimitris Mytaras and Constantine Xinopoulos. Since 1988 she has exhibited her work in more than twenty individual and many group and international exhibitions of painting, engraving and illustration both in Greece and abroad. Her pictures have featured in about a hundred of published works, including editions of Greek folk tales, literature and poetry, and she has made a speciality of collectors’ editions. Notable among the many prizes and distinctions her work has gained in the fields of engraving, illustration and, more recently, as an author, are the Bratislava Illustrators’ Biennale Plaque (2001), the Greek State Prize for Illustration (2003, 2007 and 2011), the Belgrade Illustrators’ Biennale ‘Golden Pen’ (2005 and 2013) and 'Plaquette' (2010), the first prize for illustrations from the Greek Section of IBBY (1995, 2005 and 2011), EBGE prize and mention 2007 and 2013, her selection as the Hellenic Republic’s candidate for the 2004 Hans Christian Andersen Prize, and for the 2008 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Awards. In 2023 she was chosen to create the poster for International Children’s Book Day which will represent Greece and achieve world-wide circulation.

Christos Boulotis    My piggy bank is a pig

picture book | 4+
ISBN: 978-960-594-123-9 • Price: 18,00€  • 26Χ27,5 cm. • Pages: 40

 

The book | A little boy tells his story and everything he wishes and dreams of
cquiring. Through a happy story, the multi-award-winning author Christos Boulotis talks to children about the value of saving but also about the effort we must make to reach the desired result.

A story that teaches children how to achieve their goals.

The author | Christos Boulotis was born at Myrina on the island of Limnos. He is an archaeologist and a member of the Athens Academy. Having previously taught at the Ionian University he now teaches both in the postgraduate programs of the University of Athens and the School of Fine Arts. He has conducted excavations on the islands of Crete, Limnos and Santorini and in Peloponese. Since 1987 he has been a prolific author of children’s books, with more than seventy titles published. His first published work, «The Strange Love of the White Horse and the Poplar Tree» was awarded the Pier Paolo Vergerio prize in 1989. «The Water-Melon Thief» and «The Statue Who Was Always Cold» won the annual prize awarded by the Greek Section of IBBY in 2003 and 2000 respectively.

Photini Tikkou was born in Athens. She graduated from the Athens School of Fine Arts in 2009 and has been working as an freelance illustrator ever since. She is currently based in Athens where she lives with her partner and daughter. Photini's work includes children's books, editorial illustrations, book covers and art licensing projects. Her favorite mediums are gouache, watercolor and color pencils. She also loves collage and sometimes she combines traditional and digital techniques. She also really enjoys making
ceramics and creating personal work. Her illustration style ranges from cute
to funny and often portrays diversity and body acceptance in her artwork.
Photini is inspired by every little thing that surrounds her from flowers
and kids to an art exhibition. She always sees new patterns and color
palettes in her everyday life and tries to incorporate them in her work. She
constantly explores new techniques and materials to develop her style.

Christos Boulotis    The boastful rooster who wanted to rule the world

picture book | 4+
ISBN: 978-960-594-111-6 • Price: 16,50€  • 26×27.5 cm. • Pages: 40

The book | Once every cloudless night, the foolish, boasting rooster would climb out of his hencoop to the roof and start pecking at the clear sky, stealing the brightest stars. When he decided to rule the world, the sky was almost left starless...

This wonderful story, written by the award-winning children's author Christos Boulotis, showcases the value of moderation, self-awareness and humility in our world. The book also contains short exercises for the young readers.

The author | Christos Boulotis was born at Myrina on the island of Limnos. He is an archaeologist and a member of the Athens Academy. Having previously taught at the Ionian University he now teaches both in the postgraduate programs of the University of Athens and the School of Fine Arts. He has conducted excavations on the islands of Crete, Limnos and Santorini and in Peloponese. Since 1987 he has been a prolific author of children’s books, with more than seventy titles published. His first published work, «The Strange Love of the White Horse and the Poplar Tree» was awarded the Pier Paolo Vergerio prize in 1989. «The Water-Melon Thief» and «The Statue Who Was Always Cold» won the annual prize awarded by the Greek Section of IBBY in 2003 and 2000 respectively.

Aimilia Kontaiou was born in 1984 in Athens. She graduated from “AKTO” in the field of cartoons. She has illustrated more than forty books and participated in exhibitions. In 2013, her illustration was included in the Calendar of the International Library of Munich (Arche Kinder Kalender 2013, Internationale Jugendbibliothek, Muenchen).

Christos Boulotis  Mrs Orthography and her family

picture book | 6+
ISBN: 978-960-594-068-3 • Price: 15,00€  • 21x29 cm. • Pages: 40

The book | These hilarious stories provide young readers, who are making their first steps at school, the opportunity to discover the wonderful world of literature while meeting Mrs Orthography and her family, Mrs Language, Mrs Grammar, Mrs Alphabet and so on...

Ten fantastic stories written by award-winning author Christos Boulotis and illustrated with marvelous modern artwork, which children are surely going to love.

The author | Christos Boulotis was born at Myrina on the island of Limnos. He is an archaeologist and a member of the Athens Academy. Having previously taught at the Ionian University he now teaches both in the postgraduate programs of the University of Athens and the School of Fine Arts. He has conducted excavations on the islands of Crete, Limnos and Santorini and in Peloponese. Since 1987 he has been a prolific author of children’s books, with more than seventy titles published. His first published work, «The Strange Love of the White Horse and the Poplar Tree» was awarded the Pier Paolo Vergerio prize in 1989. «The Water-Melon Thief» and «The Statue Who Was Always Cold» won the annual prize awarded by the Greek Section of IBBY in 2003 and 2000 respectively.

Costas Theoharis is an illustrator, designer, artist and typographer. His work deals with a wide range of image-related applications. He has worked with many publishing houses, creative offices, companies and participated in personal and collective art projects. His work has been awarded many times.

Christos Boulotis  Which is the Christmas Planet?

picture book | 4+
ISBN: 978-960-594-047-8 • Price: 14,15€ [VAT is not included] • 21x29 cm • Pages: 40

The book | The story of a little boy who loves Christmas so much and cannot wait for a whole year to come. So he decides to do something that no one has ever thought of: to live on a planet where there is always Christmas! Which is this planet and how can we go there?

The true meaning of Christmas through a thoughtful and funny story.

The author | Christos Boulotis was born at Myrina on the island of Limnos. He is an archaeologist and a member of the Athens Academy. Having previously taught at the Ionian University he now teaches both in the postgraduate programs of the University of Athens and the School of Fine Arts. He has conducted excavations on the islands of Crete, Limnos and Santorini and in Peloponese. Since 1987 he has been a prolific author of children’s books, with more than seventy titles published. His first published work, «The Strange Love of the White Horse and the Poplar Tree» was awarded the Pier Paolo Vergerio prize in 1989. «The Water-Melon Thief» and «The Statue Who Was Always Cold» won the annual prize awarded by the Greek Section of IBBY in 2003 and 2000 respectively.

Aimilia Kontaiou was born in 1984 in Athens. She graduated from “AKTO” in the field of cartoons. She has illustrated more than forty books and participated in exhibitions. In 2013, her illustration was included in the Calendar of the International Library of Munich (Arche Kinder Kalender 2013, Internationale Jugendbibliothek, Muenchen).

Candidate for the 2019 State Prize.

Christos Boulotis  The cat Boom Boom and the moon

picture book | 6+
ISBN: 978-960-594-033-1 • Price: 15,00€ [VAT is not included] • 21x29 cm. • Pages: 40

The book | The cat Boom Boom lives in a big square and his house lies under a dustbin. He was born on a winter night when there were demonstrations and there was big commotion. One day the cat Boom Boom will meet another cat that comes from long away because his country is in the middle of war. The moon that sees this company will help each of them find their own way and meet their desires.

The hope for peace, the faith in happiness, the search for identity and humanness are depicted in this story.

The author | Christos Boulotis was born at Myrina on the island of Limnos. He is an archaeologist and a member of the Athens Academy. Having previously taught at the Ionian University he now teaches both in the postgraduate programs of the University of Athens and the School of Fine Arts. He has conducted excavations on the islands of Crete, Limnos and Santorini and in Peloponese. Since 1987 he has been a prolific author of children’s books, with more than seventy titles published. His first published work, «The Strange Love of the White Horse and the Poplar Tree» was awarded the Pier Paolo Vergerio prize in 1989. «The Water-Melon Thief» and «The Statue Who Was Always Cold» won the annual prize awarded by the Greek Section of IBBY in 2003 and 2000 respectively.

Winner of the 2017 Greek Children’s Book Circle Prize for cover

Photini Stephanidi Painter, illustrator, engraver
Born in Greece in 1962, the artist and illustrator Photini Stephanidi - daughter of the painter Yannis Stephanidis - completed her studies in painting and fresco at the Athens School of Fine Arts in 1986, where her teachers included painters of international repute such as Giannis Moralis, Dimitris Mytaras and Constantine Xinopoulos. Since 1988 she has exhibited her work in more than twenty individual and many group and international exhibitions of painting, engraving and illustration both in Greece and abroad. Her pictures have featured in about a hundred of published works, including editions of Greek folk tales, literature and poetry, and she has made a speciality of collectors’ editions. Notable among the many prizes and distinctions her work has gained in the fields of engraving, illustration and, more recently, as an author, are the Bratislava Illustrators’ Biennale Plaque (2001), the Greek State Prize for Illustration (2003, 2007 and 2011), the Belgrade Illustrators’ Biennale ‘Golden Pen’ (2005 and 2013) and 'Plaquette' (2010), the first prize for illustrations from the Greek Section of IBBY (1995, 2005 and 2011), EBGE prize and mention 2007 and 2013, her selection as the Hellenic Republic’s candidate for the 2004 Hans Christian Andersen Prize, and for the 2008 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Awards. In 2023 she was chosen to create the poster for International Children’s Book Day which will represent Greece and achieve world-wide circulation.

Christos Boulotis The Old Toys’ Revolution

picture book | 6+
ISBN: 978-960-219-288-7 • Price: 15,02€ [VAT is not included] • 21x29 cm. • Pages: 48

The book | A delightful adventure fi lled with games that hold a message: on teamwork, companionship, standing up for one another, being competitive, asserting one’s rights, decisiveness, fulfilling one’s dreams, freedom -and above all the creative power of the imagination.

The author | Christos Boulotis was born at Myrina on the island of Limnos. He is an archaeologist and a member of the Athens Academy. Having previously taught at the Ionian University he now teaches both in the postgraduate programs of the University of Athens and the School of Fine Arts. He has conducted excavations on the islands of Crete, Limnos and Santorini and in Peloponese. Since 1987 he has been a prolific author of children’s books, with more than seventy titles published. His first published work, «The Strange Love of the White Horse and the Poplar Tree» was awarded the Pier Paolo Vergerio prize in 1989. «The Water-Melon Thief» and «The Statue Who Was Always Cold» won the annual prize awarded by the Greek Section of IBBY in 2003 and 2000 respectively.

Included in the 2014 White Ravens list
Candidate for the 2013 Greek Children’s Book Prize, IBBY
Candidate for the 2013 State Prize

«The Old Toys’ Revolution», based on various kinds of children’s games, discusses subjects of vital importance in a way
that is strongly reminiscent of Hans Christian Andersen yet presented in an unforced, gentle way.
diastixo.gr

Each in their own delightful way, Christos Boulotis and Photini Stephanidi show how «I» gains strength without losing
its individuality when it becomes a part of «we».
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Photini Stephanidi Painter, illustrator, engraver
Born in Greece in 1962, the artist and illustrator Photini Stephanidi - daughter of the painter Yannis Stephanidis - completed her studies in painting and fresco at the Athens School of Fine Arts in 1986, where her teachers included painters of international repute such as Giannis Moralis, Dimitris Mytaras and Constantine Xinopoulos. Since 1988 she has exhibited her work in more than twenty individual and many group and international exhibitions of painting, engraving and illustration both in Greece and abroad. Her pictures have featured in about a hundred of published works, including editions of Greek folk tales, literature and poetry, and she has made a speciality of collectors’ editions. Notable among the many prizes and distinctions her work has gained in the fields of engraving, illustration and, more recently, as an author, are the Bratislava Illustrators’ Biennale Plaque (2001), the Greek State Prize for Illustration (2003, 2007 and 2011), the Belgrade Illustrators’ Biennale ‘Golden Pen’ (2005 and 2013) and 'Plaquette' (2010), the first prize for illustrations from the Greek Section of IBBY (1995, 2005 and 2011), EBGE prize and mention 2007 and 2013, her selection as the Hellenic Republic’s candidate for the 2004 Hans Christian Andersen Prize, and for the 2008 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Awards. In 2023 she was chosen to create the poster for International Children’s Book Day which will represent Greece and achieve world-wide circulation.