Loewe Verlag

The publishing house and its history

Loewe Verlag has been publishing books with passion for over 150 years! 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 Verlag is one of the leading publishers of children's and young adult books in the German-speaking world.
The traditional „Leselöwen“ brand 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, Alice Oseman and Karl Olsberg inspire their readers and are part of a book programme that offers pure reading pleasure for everyone aged 6 months and over.
The traditional company has been owner-managed since it was founded in 1863. Christoph Gondrom, the third generation of the Gondrom family, joined the management team in 2012. He has been managing the publishing house since 2016.

Programme

Whether it's the „Loewe von Anfang an“ early learning programme, the „Leselöwen“ first-reading concept or the innovative „Loewe Graphix“ series, Loewe Verlag's books are designed to meet the needs of children, young people and their families - for holistic reading promotion.
Loewe knows how to inspire children, teenagers and young adults with books that reflect the realities of their lives. With innovative labels such as „Loewe Intense“ and „Loewe Manga“, we set new impulses.
„Loewe Intense“ tells stories of self-discovery, love and passion. The focus is on strong, independent protagonists who are looking for their place in life, mastering their entry into professional life or university and discovering love in all its facets.
„Loewe Manga“ captivates with creative stories full of suspense, humour and action. We celebrate the diversity of manga culture with the highest quality and create extraordinary works with charisma. We inspire generations - with stories that last.

Authors and illustrators

Isabel Abedi, Marie Beschorner, Julia Boehme, Sabine Bohlmann, SaBine Büchner, Cornelia Funke, Franziska Gehm, Dagmar Geisler, Julia Ginsbach, Kyra Groh, Sonja Kaiblinger, Derek Landy, Antonia Michaelis, Annette Mierswa, Karl Olsberg, Markus Orths, Mary Pope Osborne, Alice Oseman, Ursula Poznanski, Ava Reed, Arno Strobel, Frauke Scheunemann, Michelle Schrenk, Jochen Till, Carolin Wahl, Vanessa Walder and many more.

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Brushing Teeth, Bathing, Going Potty

  • Katja Reider
  • Spring 2025, 16 pages,
  • Boardbook
  • 2+
  • All rights available
  • Website

Little bunny Hoppel tackles bathroom routines like potty time, handwashing, and brushing teeth. Though hesitant at first, playful imagination turns tasks like fur brushing and nail trimming into fun. This beautifully illustrated board book shows kids how simple and enjoyable body hygiene can be, leaving Hoppel feeling great and confident after his routine!

Dragon School “Stormfog”

  • Christian Tielmann
  • Illustrated by Kaja Reinki, Ron Lipkowski
  • Autumn 2024, 80 pages,
  • Hardcover
  • 7+
  • Rights (series) sold to Denmark
  • Website

Hidden in the Old Harbor lies the magical Dragon School “Stormfog”. Here, children and their dragons train for the thrilling adventures that await them!

Miracle Mane

  • Jana Hoch
  • Illustrated by Marie Beschorner
  • Spring 2025, 128 pages,
  • Hardcover
  • 7+
  • All rights available
  • Website

Elli envies her sister’s riding lessons – until Grandma gives her a magical shell-paint. When Elli paints a horse, it comes to life, whisking her to Umbra’s hidden valley. There, she meets Miracle Mane and helps protect the sanctuary alongside wild horses and their guardian, Liron. To save their magical refuge, Elli must prove that friendship is the strongest magic.

Sherlock Schultz and the Vanished Countess

  • Frank Passfeller
  • Illustrated by Antje Hagemann
  • Spring 2025, 64 pages,
  • Paperback
  • 7+
  • Rights (series) sold to Czech Republic
  • Website

Attention, young detectives! Join Sherlock Schultz and his niece Tine on thrilling cases where solving crimes means using your school skills! Each story weaves exciting mysteries with fun exercises in math, writing, and more. With engaging puzzles on every page, these learning mysteries boost reading comprehension, focus, and problem-solving. Learning has never been this fun – or suspenseful!

The Animal Firefighters

  • Vanessa Walder
  • Illustrated by Larisa Lauber
  • Spring 2025, 80 pages,
  • Hardcover
  • 7+
  • All rights available
  • Website

When a fire breaks out, Eddie, the raccoon firefighter steps up, forming an animal fire brigade with other animals. Can this wild team save the forest?

The Street Gang

  • Cally Stronk
  • Illustrated by Simona M. Ceccarelli
  • Autumn 2024, 208 pages,
  • Hardcover
  • 8+
  • Rights (series) sold to Denmark, Russia
  • Website

Flo, a scrappy street puppy, joins the Street Gang – Rocket, Kara, Cracker, and Murmle – to survive the city. When their home is destroyed, they end up in a posh neighborhood ruled by snobbish purebreds. Now, the gang must fight to stay – or be forced out for good.

Flora Magica

  • Vanessa Walder
  • Illustrated by Marie Beschorner
  • Spring 2025, 240 pages,
  • Hardcover
  • 9+
  • All rights available
  • Website

When 107-year-old Flora Cunabula passes away, she leaves her family a villa, magical plants, and a secret legacy. Her great grandchildren – twins from London and Berlin – must decide whether to protect these plants, part of a forbidden network, or succumb to a pharmaceutical company’s tempting offers. Danger and magic await as they face this life-changing choice.

Pride and Prejudice

  • Jane Austen, Claudia Kühn
  • Illustrated by Tara Spruit
  • Autumn 2024, 256 pages,
  • Hardcover
  • 12+
  • Rights sold to Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Italy, Netherlands, Russia, Spain
  • Website

Elizabeth Bennet struggles to assert herself as one of five sisters with a marriageobsessed mother. Her sharp views on love clash with 19thcentury norms – and the proud yet captivating Mr. Darcy. Tara Spruit’s stunning illustrations bring Pride and Prejudice to life in a gorgeous graphic novel, perfect for Jane Austen lovers and Regency fans alike.

Academy of Lies

  • Nina Scheweling
  • Spring 2025, 400 pages,
  • Paperback
  • 14+
  • All rights available
  • Website

Quinn is living on borrowed time – her donor heart is failing. Studying medicine to confront death, she’s thrust into a chilling mystery when the dean and a student are murdered, and her brother becomes the prime suspect. Uncovering the truth, Quinn reveals a secret that could shatter medicine itself.

Our Wonderful Earth

  • Michael Martin, Anna Taube
  • Illustrated by Kurzi Shortriver
  • Autumn 2024, 176 pages,
  • Hardcover
  • 9+
  • All rights available
  • Website

Our Earth is a wonder – resilient yet fragile. Renowned photographer and geographer Michael Martin takes young readers on a journey across the globe in his first children’s non-fiction book. From freezing toothpaste at the North Pole to the scorching Namib, his fascinating stories and stunning photos inspire awe and a deeper connection to our planet.
A family-library treasure!

Why Do You Want to Leave Already?

  • Gabriella Santos de Lima
  • Autumn 2024, 320 pages,
  • Paperback
  • 14+
  • Rights sold to Poland, Ukraine
  • Website

Helena’s dream comes true when she’s accepted to the prestigious Sankt Zander boarding school, where she meets Arthur, a soulful indie singer. Their romance feels like a fairy tale – until Arthur’s controlling behavior shatters the illusion. Do love stories always have happy endings? In her YA debut, Gabriella Santos de Lima sensitively explores the line etween romance and toxicity.

Before the Sun Shatters

  • Franka Neubauer
  • Spring 2025, 432 pages,
  • Paperback
  • 16+
  • All rights available
  • Website

Hollywood star Loraine’s life turns upside down when a threat forces her to have a bodyguard – Wyatt Carter – by her side 24/7. Sparks fly, but Lori wants him gone, until chilling messages make Wyatt her only refuge. As danger looms, secrets unravel, and the line between protection and passion blurs. Can they trust each other before it’s too late?

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Events

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Contact

Loewe Verlag GmbH

Bühlstraße 4
95463 Bindlach

Germany

Phone +49 (0)9208 51-0

presse@loewe-verlag.de
www.loewe-verlag.de

Contact Person

Publisher Christoph Gondrom

Program Director Jeannette Hammerschmidt

Sales Alexander Weiß

Online Marketing / PR Nicolai Lindner

Foreign Rights Lisa-Marie Röller

Production Stephanie Grottel