For over 150 years, Loewe Verlag has been making books out of passion! Its credo is to publish books that children and young people want to read. Because reading is a central competence in our society, which Loewe wants to convey with innovative concepts and exciting stories. Loewe is one of the leading publishing houses for children and young people in the German-speaking world.
The traditional brand "Leselöwen" has been turning first-time readers into reading professionals for over 45 years and is constantly being developed further. Classics such as "Das magische Baumhaus," "Die Gespensterjäger" and "Skulduggery Pleasant" are at home in the independent publishing house. Authors such as Ursula Poznanski, Sonja Kaiblinger and Jochen Till inspire their readers and are part of a book program that offers pure reading pleasure for everyone aged 6 months and older.
The traditional company has been owner-managed since it was founded in 1863. Christoph Gondrom, the 3rd generation of the Gondrom family, joined the management team in 2012. He has headed the publishing house since 2016.
Loewe's concern is to make books accessible and palatable to all children and young people, regardless of their circumstances. Whether it's the early learning program "Loewe von Anfang an," the first-reading concept centered around the "Leselöwen" or the innovative "Loewe Wow!" series - Loewe focuses on the needs of children, young people and their families with its books - for holistic reading promotion.
The publishing house works closely with institutions such as Stiftung Lesen and enters into a variety of cooperative ventures with other companies that are equally committed to the printed word. It also maintains close contact with teachers and educators and provides them with extensive material for their work.
But direct contact with readers is also essential for Loewe. In order to reach the target group where they like to be, it is constantly exploring new avenues: with TikTok videos, WhatsApp book tips, digital author events and much more.
Anticipating social developments and recognizing trends at an early stage is one of the guiding principles in program design. After all, the publisher wants its content to help children, teenagers, and young adults in their everyday lives. For this reason, the program also includes books for children and young adults on topics such as sustainability, environmental protection and artificial intelligence, as well as on gender identity, racism and discrimination.
Even in its early days, Loewe has repeatedly shown itself to be a pioneer. In 1975, for example, it fundamentally changed first-reading literature with a differentiated learning-to-read concept and is still the market leader in this field today. However, the publishing house is not resting on its past successes, but is constantly developing its program to bring exciting stories to current and future generations. In 2020, it launched the "Loewe Wow!" program for this reason. In response to changing reading habits and the increasing media competition from smartphones, Netflix and co., the "Loewe Wow!" books offer highly exciting stories without a desert of text - with an innovative combination of ingenious texts and cool pictures that are in no way inferior to the digital world. Because: All children and young people love stories - they just need to be told and presented differently today.
Loewe sees its responsibility not only in making exciting stories accessible to children and young people. With its books, it is also important to it to make a contribution to an earth on which future generations can continue to live carefree. For this reason, the publishing house dispenses with plastic packaging as far as possible for its products.
The "Naturkind" books also use vegetable oil-based inks and up to 90 percent recycled paper. With partial proceeds from the sale of the "Naturkind" titles, the publishing house also regularly supports regional environmental and nature conservation projects - and thus makes the world a little bit better together with its readers!
Isabel Abedi, Julia Boehme, Cornelia Funke, Franziska Gehm, Dagmar Geisler, Julia Ginsbach, Kyra Groh, Sonja Kaiblinger, Irmgard Kramer, Derek Landy, Antonia Michaelis, Annette Mierswa, Karl Olsberg, Mary Pope Osborne, Alice Oseman, Ursula Poznanski, Ava Reed, Margit Ruile, Arno Strobel, Frauke Scheunemann, Michelle Schrenk, Jochen Till, Carolin Wahl, Vanessa Walder and many more.
New narrative non-fiction series for elementary school children deals with all the topics that pa-ticularly concern students in the lower grades!
With her books, Dagmar Geisler accompanies children in their social-emotional development and provides numerous occasions for talking together about feelings, difficult situations and problems. So successful that her picture book series “Emotional Education” (20 titles) has been published in 22 languages and enjoying long-term demand internationally.
On a small Irish island, Ruby always helps her grandmother who is a veterinarian. They have a big secret: not only animals need their help, they are also taking care of magical mythical creatures. Over 100,000 copies sold (02/2020) + Film rights optioned!
No-Never-Ever is growing up and stubbornly refuses some things. But he has a delightful twinkle in his eye that owner Claire finds hard to resist... Thrilling little readers, even leaving adult readers smiling. About the really big questions!
Andro Newman seems like a normal boy – but he is a robot, secretly smuggled into a school class. His mission: to explore the humans without being exposed, under any circumstances!
First realistic series on climate change, as exciting fiction about wild animals! Each subseries on a different environment.
Adventures from the animals’ point of view, built on non-fiction facts. Get immersed in the beautiful, yet tough world of animals.
Loewe Wow! meets Minecraft – Exciting, action-packed + insanely funny! 90% illustrations and 10% text? Wow!
The intrepid Freya teaches a troop of despondent and fair-minded Vikings how real guys have to fight.
Beautiful Fantasy! Sparkling with originality, excitement and tempo. Flora has gotten used to her new life: during the day she goes to school, at night her soul wanders to Eisenheim, the shadowy reflection of our world.
Original “New Adult” fiction! Captivating, powerfully written, emotional love stories about winsome heroines. Each book tells a selfcontained story, so they can be read independently. Together, however, they are the most fun!
Kerrybrook is Jana’s favourite virtual escape. An idyllic fishing village with beautiful nature. She is a world designer and person in power. Best job so far. Until one day a dead body is found, in both, “Virtual Reality” and the real world. In times of climate change, VR is the only safe place for humankind. That’s why Jana needs to solve the crime and stop the destruction.
An action-packed series with lots of plot twists for teens by best-selling author Arno Strobel. As a secret agent, his travels bring Nick to exciting new places all around the world. London, Kinshasa, the Himalaya and now L.A. … His special talent: moving highspeed as soon as adrenaline rushes through his veins. An unbeatable weapon against his enemies.
What is actually a microorganism like a virus, a bacterium or a fungal? Why do some people get sick and others don’t? Microorganisms are a true mystery, but after all, we wouldn’t be able to survive without them. A best-selling scientist and a popular TV journalist open the doors to a fascinating World of Littlish Life that nearly none of us knew about and why microorganisms are important to virtually all processes on Earth. Terms like Virus, Infection, Vaccination and Immunity can be learned in a fun and easy way. Kids can experiment on their own and understand more about microbiology!
Mattis likes to build and invent things. So, finding a toolbox sitting in front of his house is a really lucky strike. But wait a sec, it is not just a normal box, it is a living toolbox and the Box loves creating new things too! A great blend of Everyday life, Adventure and Box Magic!
Stand up for what’s important to you: Brave and strong kids can make a difference!
A new detective series that offers just the right amount of suspense! Set in Brazil where street boy Pablo and European immigrant Ximena reveal that powerful people are about to destroy the rain forest. The young detectives get active about the imminent climate change!
Little Dream Sailor voyages through the big cloud sea, fishing for dreams. Dreams that bring kids into the worlds of animals, magic creatures and little adventurers, with enchanting big illustrations that open the doors to “Land of Dreams”.
If no one reads the stories, they would be lost forever... The guardians of the Magic Mansion are deeply worried – if they don’t find a child who loves books (with gusto!), the books will soon crumble into dust. A magical story, celebrating the printed word and, most of all, the love for books.
13-year-old Ruby lives with her grandmother on a windswept island off the Irish coast. As vets, they take care of not only injured animals but also magic creatures. Only Ruby and Nana know about all mythical creatures around.
But their small little world gets threatened when strangers show up on the island...
Bumbleblee Lane. That’s where Adele and her six siblings live. In the funniest house of the whole district. Adele’s life is a great adventure! A heartfelt story about the power of family bound, friendship, about daily adventure and believing in yourself. With just a little dash of magic … an absolute feelgood book!
Winner of 2020 Leipzig Reading Compass Award!
Bat Vincent (a half ghost) resides in the attic and feels lonely. But he is not alone in his dusty residency. There is Polly, a noisy, shape-shifting ghost, known for always hiding in different furniture and this mean, chubby cat. Every time Vincent tries to enter the secret door (aka “the ghost realm”), the cat tries to catch him. Surely, the one thing that could help him succeed is a half ghost friend. Wanted! Together with Bowl, the owl, he puts up a lonely hearts ad. Half ghost bat looking for a buddy! Easier said than done … The hilarious search for a friend begins.
Eww! What the CEO of hell needs to be able to take …
An interesting TV show is coming up tonight. A hell scientist explains how house demons came into being. And the CEO’s house demon Cornibus helps him (being the best example)! But now, pay attention, we were absolutely wrong about the demon’s origin. And their magnificent skills! Believe it or not, demons are a scientific sensation. At the times of Noah and his ark, things have gone wrong. Animalic DNA arrived at hell. Well and then … You should have a look at the show yourself!
Steven Star and his best buddy Piet fall down to the no-go zone, deeeeeep under the city (by accident of course). The zone looks like a computer game and the boys are in a world full of bad bugs (moody and out of humour) or bad dudes. Steven and Piet are set on a mission to catch as many bugs as possible to earn money. Are they good bug hunters? Or will they rather become the hunted ones? Not only the bad bugs are chasing them. Some of the other hunters notice the boys at the same time. And there is one thing they really don’t need: competitors. In the end, Steve and Piet stand right in front of the port to the next level, but the other bug hunters are there as well...
“Katharina Hartwell looks for poetry in the fantasy genre and she finds words that give an utterly unique beauty to the worlds she created ” Kai Meyer
This story begins with the cold weeks, with fishermen who don’t trust the sea and the missing children of Colm.
Every year a child dissapears and no one looks for them. A black feather is the only thing that is left of Edda’s brother Tobin. The sea is the enemy with its magic creatures and dangers but Edda overcomes her fear and sets out into the realm of the islands. It is said that the mysterious king of the crows took the children away … A start of a new epic fantasy journey.
Did you know that ants can identify themselves in mirrors and dolphins have names? That rats like to laugh together and orcas are true mummy’s boys?
Biologist Karsten Brensing tells amazing stories from the animal kingdom. Starting from bees to meerkats to monkeys and elephants, he explains that animals think and feel very similar to humans. Kids even get to know their pets like cats, dogs and hamsters in an entirely different and new way.
The approach is not only scientific, it’s a book for everyone who cares about animals: “As long as humans think that animals don’t feel, animals have the feeling that humans don’t think”.
It’s been 10 years since Nick stopped Erebos. When he suddenly finds a familar red E on his screen, he has no idea where it has come from and soon discovers it cannot be deleted. Erebos soon controls all his digital devices and leaves him no choice but to play … Fans have been waiting – 150,000 copies ordered before publication!
A stunning board book about interesting processes that happen inside the body.
It’s okay to do things your way! The perfect Easter gift for little rabbit fans and friends.
First reading books of Tafiti’s adventures have sold more than 170.000 copies since 2013.
Now, a Picture book adresses to younger fans of the brave meerkat. Julia Boehme tells an atmospheric bedtime story set in the African steppe with participation elements. Can you help Tafiti find his favourite pillow?
Pepper is skeptical about the end of summer – will school be as much fun as kindergarten? Also, his future teacher Lina Kaminzki is getting nervous: Will her first pupils be little monsters? And what has the butcher to do with all of this? The start of a new funny series!
Irmgard Kramer has worked as an elementary teacher for more than 15 years. She knows all too well about the worries before the first day in school, which will be a simple thing after reading this book within the family!
Spies and schemes in school – exceptionally originial!
Is there something like the one and only love? What if curiosity and desire are stronger than the reasons for being faithful?
A sensitive novel about an open relationship, which changes everything that was precious to Tom and Verena.
A new Coup by Youth Literature Prize winner Ursula Poznanski!
Dorian has been living on the streets since running away from home. Then a stranger appears. He offers to help, and Dorian seizes the opportunity. But, nothing is for free in this life. He is expected to distribute mysterious gifts and soon finds himself being hunted by merciless pursuers.
Is it legit to harm individuals for the benefits of society? Which threats do ‘big data’ and the ‘glass human being’ hold for society?
• Spiegel Bestseller (70.000 cp.)
• Reviewed in ‘New Books in German’
• Guaranteed translation grant by Goethe Insitut
A collection of thorough, easily understandable historical biographies.
Upcycling with material no one needs to buy. You surely have all neccessary items at home – or you can find them in nature. Welcome to the Craftwork City!
Please ask for co-editions.
A baby rabbit is missing, so Ruby Racoon and Panda Pai have to investigate!
Gloria is the first flying female glow-worm ever! Follow her on magical adventures.
Getting a sibling is an exciting thing – but sometimes it also brings all kinds of different feelings along.
This title is part of a best selling series of educational picture books on Emotions and Prevention by Dagmar Geisler, which has sold more than 1 million copies in Germany. Translated into 15 languages world wide, the series is also internationally succesful and well-known.
Lucifer jr. is the devil’s son. He lives in Hell, and one day he has to take over the family business. The only problem, according to the devil, is that his son is still far too nice for the job. He decides to send him off to the land of the living – because where to learn better how to be evil than among humans? And so young Lucy is dispatched to the Saint Fidibus School for Boys, where the plan is for him to learn from the mean boy gang how to be truly mean and nasty.
Upcyling with material no one needs to buy. You surely have all neccessary items at home – or you can find them in nature. Welcome to the Craftwork Forest!
The twins Daka and Silvania move from Transylvania to a German suburb. This is not extraordinary except that their father is a vampire, which makes the girls half-vampires. This new
Vampire Sisters is a spin-off series for younger fans of the extremely successful cinema series. The new series tells the story of what happened before their relocation to the human world with their human mother and vampire father – illustrated in black & pink!
Bulli is the world’s most clever pony by far. But unfortunately no one has realised that so far. Then Lina suddenly came out of the woodwork to the neighboring farm. Bulli is immediately completely giddy with excitement and wants her to become his best friend, But... Lina doesn’t dislike anything more than horses!
When Lina’s mum decides to spend the summer holidays in the countryside, the world collapses on the eleven-year-old from a big city. Then even an annoying pony appears that follows her literally everywhere. An entertaining, original story about an animal that most girls love combined with a case for Lina and Bulli, the new detectives in the countryside. An exciting story that makes reading really fun!
LAST CHANCE. Nika looks in the mirror one Sunday morning, feeling rather hungover, to see this message daubed on the glass. Who wrote it? What does it mean? Where is her flatmate? And why does she feel so terrible this morning – surely she didn’t have that much to drink last night? And it’s not Sunday at all – it’s Tuesday. Two whole days have gone by, and she has no memory of them.
Author Ursula Poznanski (German Children’s Literature Award for her debut in 2011) has again produced a true psychological thriller. Written in reverse, the story keeps the reader on tenterhooks until the very last page. Not until the shocking twist at the end will anyone find out what really happened during Nika’s blackout...
Norbert Pautner makes arts & crafts so easy and fun – a simple and clear layout encourages even very young children to explore the world of colouring, cutting, and gluing for the first time.
A fun and active way for kids to get to know the most common Fairy Tales Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, Red Riding Hood, and Hansel and Gretel by colouring!
What does the little dog do? How does the fire brigade sound? Toddlers learn about the sounds by pushing the button and listening. The short rhymes are just as much fun!
An utterly hilarious game for everyone! Fill out a list with cool words and put them into the gaps – bada bing – your own story is created. Most fun when played within a group or in school!
A placid farmyard? Not at all! Wool Sheep and the smart chicken Wild Child founded a detective agency. Because there must be some mud between cabbages, cauliflowers and carrots, right? What a higgledy-piggledy!
The friends now have notepads, they read detective stories and already turned the cooling fan on. Wool does a lot of thinking and snoozes, Wild Child trains wing beats – she’s into Chick-Do, the martial art for chicken. To make a long story short: The Hayloft Gang is well prepared to take over the investigations in their first case! As luck would have it, the pigs saw a stranger sneaking through the farm this morning … long, gray fur – that can only be a wolf! Right away, they make plans to catch the intruder.
Football is not only about sports. It is about becoming involved in a team and in society. About not giving up. About succeeding as a team.
Team sports have an integrative power that have no equal. Multiculturalism is common and widely accepted in our National Teams. This signal effect spreads into society and we can support that with publishing books that children want to read.
NO TO RACISM in 64 pages
(3.700 words)!
Timo loves nothing more than football! But he’s actually not the best player around and prefers to gamble a Football App. Suddenly one of the football pros rings his doorbell. He only bought him on the App though, didn’t he? Now famous Sergio Mavalli wants to join his local team! They would really need some help … but how can they keep this a secret?
For a project, students turn the school into a constitution – every student has a job within the regime or runs a business. As the project takes its course, it turns out that democracy is not that stable, and intrigues, envy, even violence soon prevail.
Nation X deals with faults of political systems, the machinery of authority and alludes to recent social topics such as freedom of press, populism, and the #MeToo debate.
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