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Introducing Cicada Books

Introducing Cicada Books

Lerner Publisher Services is honored to introduce our newest publisher partner, Cicada Books! Cicada Books is an award-winning publisher based in the UK. Their eclectic list features a mix of picture books, nonfiction, and graphic novels—all immaculately designed and produced. Cicada loves books that are a little anarchic, a little out-of-the-ordinary, and very, very beautiful. Take a closer look at their Spring 2026 new releases below, and scroll to the bottom to check out their extraordinary backlist now available from Lerner!

We spend around a third of our lives sleeping. But how does our body know when to switch off, and what happens during those hours? This book takes you on a fascinating journey through the land of nod and out the other side.

Why Do We Sleep?

Grades 3-6
Available February 3, 2026!

We spend around a third of our lives sleeping. But how does our body know when to switch off, and what happens during those hours? This book takes you on a fascinating journey through the land of nod and out the other side.

Finding Life: A Prehistoric Search and Find

Grades 2-5
Available March 3, 2026!

This entertaining book combines an informative, educational journey through the history of life on this planet with a vibrant, detail-packed search and find. Simple texts explore each epoch, and hidden creatures wait to be found in the landscapes.

This entertaining book combines an informative, educational journey through the history of life on this planet with a vibrant, detail-packed search and find. Simple texts explore each epoch, and hidden creatures wait to be found in the landscapes.
Welcome all the feelings into your own personal hotel in this delightful, therapeutic activity book! Packed with activities to draw, write, and color in, young readers will engage with the whole spectrum of feelings that check in.

The Grand Hotel of Feelings Workbook

Grades K-4
Available April 7, 2026!

Welcome all the feelings into your own personal hotel in this delightful, therapeutic activity book! Packed with activities to draw, write, and color in, young readers will engage with the whole spectrum of feelings that check in.

Everything Amplified

Grades 9-12
Available April 7, 2026!

Life is a grind for fifteen-year-old Nel. But when Nel finds herself thrust from the shadows to take her twin brother’s place in a band, she discovers that sometimes you need to follow the music to find your way back to yourself.

Life is a grind for fifteen-year-old Nel. But when Nel finds herself thrust from the shadows to take her twin brother's place in a band, she discovers that sometimes you need to follow the music to find your way back to yourself.
From the mighty Cloaca Maxima of Ancient Rome to the revolting, waste-filled streets of the Middle Ages and beyond, this book uncovers the gross—and great—history of how humans have dealt with their dirty business.

Flush It Down: The Story of Sewers Through Time

Grades 3-6
Available May 5, 2026

From the mighty Cloaca Maxima of Ancient Rome to the revolting, waste-filled streets of the Middle Ages and beyond, this book uncovers the gross—and great—history of how humans have dealt with their dirty business.

Shoes!: A Footwear Fashion Frolic

Grades 4-8
Available May 5, 2026!

From the sandals of Ancient Rome to the towering heels of Vivienne Westwood, take a journey through the rich history of footwear. With stunning illustrations reminiscent of Andy Warhol, this book is a captivating showcase of shoe-lore.

From the sandals of Ancient Rome to the towering heels of Vivienne Westwood, take a journey through the rich history of footwear. With stunning illustrations reminiscent of Andy Warhol, this book is a captivating showcase of shoe-lore.

To learn more about Cicada Books, visit their website, find them on Facebook and Instagram, and browse their spectacular backlist at lernerbooks.com.

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