We publish award-winning books.

Litara Foundation aspires to improve the literary standard

of Indonesian children’s literature by producing children’s
picture books with high-quality stories and illustrations.
Our books promote Indonesian cultural heritage to young
readers in Indonesia and abroad. Since its establishment
in 2014, Litara books has won a grand prize and seven
runner up prizes in 2015th and 2016th Samsung KidsTime
Authors’ Award, one was shortlisted in 2013 Singtel
Asia’s children’s picture book competition, and another
one was nominated in 2014 Nami Concour children’s book
award for illustration. Litara foundation maintains the
content’s quality while trying to aim for potential partici-
pations in distributing the books throughout the country.
Litara also works with authors and illustrators through
workshops and trainings to enhance their competence.

Litara Foundation
Puri Cipageran Indah II A1-12A Tanimulia,
Ngamprah. Kab. Bandung Barat 40552
Ph. +62 896 5633 1154
Email : [email protected]

litara.or.id

litara
What We Do Established in 2013, Litara
accommodates writers and
illustrators with the same
ideals; improving the qua-
lity of Indonesian children’s
books through creative art-
• Creative Camps. We support writers works and engaging stories
and illustrators through workshops and so as to enable the books to
represent Indonesia abroad.
trainings.
Litara also aspires to im-
• Book productions. We produce books
prove Indonesian children’s
with high quality artworks and engaging literacy and nurture the
stories so as to enable the books to love of reading.
represent Indonesia abroad.
• Literacy events. We promote and
bring books closer to children’s everyday
lives, and present them in international
festivals and conferences.
• Integrated-connections. We hold
discussions with related stakeholders
such as scholars, parents, and creative art
workers to seek feedback and we publish
children’s literature journal to accommo-
date the scholars’ and the practitioners’
Our Networks
ideas and thought.
• Documentation and promotion.
We create databases of Indonesian
• Litara works with Indonesian Forum for
outstanding children’s content for
Children’s Book Writers (FPBA), which
documentary and promotion purposes.
holds around 12,000 members across
the nation and Indonesian Forum Chil-
dren’s Book Illustrators (KELIR) which
accommodates around 250 members.

• Litara is actively participating in

Society of Children’s Books Writers and
Illustrators (SCBWI) and International
Board of Books for Young People (IBBY).
Our Goals

• To support the production of high-

quality children’s books.
• To develop Indonesian children’s
literacy skills by bringing high-

catalogue
quality children’s books closer to
children’s everyday lives.
• To improve the literary standard of
Indonesian children’s literature by
bringing together all potentials and
stakeholders, including scholars,
critics, writers, illustrators, publishers,
and consumers.
• To improve the competence of
children’s book creators through
creative camps.
• To proactively promote Indonesia and
our culture through children’s books
in the international competitions and
events.
improves the access
to good books for young people
throughout the country;

and promotes the Indonesian cultural

heritage to the world through
children’s content.
Indonesian Cultural Heritage

A Playground in My Wardrobe Where is the Songket?

An adventurous journal from one batik motif to A compelling story that brings children to the great
another as experienced by a little girl who likes to variety of the woven Palembang songket. Children
play in the playground! can trace the different motifs and vibrant colours.

What is more fun than playing

in the playground? Jumping on a
trampoline made out of clouds,
swinging on a tree branch while Kak Mila’s songket is gone! We have to find it so Kak
chasing butterflies, and flying with Mila can wear it to the closing ceremony of the Musi
a peacock while running away from Festival tomorrow. Well, I did try on some songkets
a dragon? Well, you can have your adventure with a and played around with them. But really, that was it.
playground in my wardrobe. The songket can’t be anywhere, right? Or, is it?

Second Prize Winner

Samsung Kids Time Award 2015

original title : original title :

Taman Bermain dalam Lemari Di Mana Songket Kakak?
ISBN : 978-602-70158-8-3 ISBN : 978-602-1101-01-8

2014 • 28 pages • 24 x 21,5 cm • Full color 2014 • 28 pages • 24 x 21,5 cm • Full color
• ages 6-10 • Rights available for all territory • ages 6-10 • Rights available for all territory
• Available in English and Deutsch • Available in English and Deutsch

Writer Illustrator Writer Illustrator

Sophie Dewayani is a writer and researcher in the field Evelyn Ghozalli manages to enter the world of whim- Eva Nukman has written some picture books, young Winarti Handayani, is a Jakarta-Jogja based artist.
of children’s literature and children’s literacy. One of sical as a children’s book illustrator in 2005. She founded adult novels, comics, short stories etc. One of her works, Her passion for art for children got her involved in com-
her books, Cap Go Meh, was shortlisted in Singtel Asian an Indonesian children’s book illustrator circle in 2009, The Mystery at the Floating Market, won the Grand Prize munities that foster art among children in slum areas
Picture Book Award, 2013. Her two other titles, The aptly called KELIR. Evelyn has illustrated more than 40 of the Samsung KidsTime Author’s Award, and two of her in Jakarta. Winarti graduated from Rhode Island School
Playground in My Wardrobe and Cheer Up, Bujang! won published children’s stories under the pseudonym EorG titles, The Greatest Instrument and The Sky Painter, won of Design.
the second prize in Samsung KidsTime Author’s Award. the runner-up prize.
Indonesian Art and Culture Indonesian Art and Culture

The Sky Painter The Greatest Instruments

A heartwarming story about friendship and diversi- A touching story introducing children to the variety
ty surrounding the making of a traditional kite from of Indonesian traditional musical instruments!
Minangkabau, West Sumatra.
Grandpa has died, leaving his
Having just arrived in their new musical instruments abandoned.
home in Payakumbuh, Angga and Being moved from one place to
Dhika feel lonely. But high up in another, the instruments feel lost
the sky, some colourful kites heals and confused. Having performed
their loneliness. Angga and Dhika in glorious stages, they think they
hope that one would fall down don’t deserve to be treated like
so they could play with it. And it that. Angklung, Sasando, Gamelan, and other instru-
does! Yet, some scary-looking boys appear even ments start to brag about their past glories.
before they get to touch it. Who are they? Will this raise their pride?

Second Prize Winner

Second Prize Winner
Samsung Kids Time Award 2015
Samsung Kids Time Award 2015
original title :
original title :
Alat Musik Paling Hebat
Pewarna Langit
ISBN : 978-602-70158-7-6
ISBN : 978-602-1101-02-5

2014 • 28 pages • 24 x 21,5 cm • Full color

2014 • 28 pages • 24 x 21,5 cm • Full color
• ages 6-10 • Rights available for all territory
• ages 6-10 • Rights available for all territory
• Available in English and Deutsch
• Available in English and Deutsch

Writer Illustrator Writer Illustrator

Eva Nukman has written some picture books, young Evi Shelvia is a busy mother of three wonderful Eva Nukman has written some picture books, young Sigit Paripurno or Ari Sigit was born in Sukoharjo,
adult novels, comics, short stories etc. One of her works, children. Winner of multiple international illustration adult novels, comics, short stories etc. One of her works, Central Java. Working as a freelance illustrator in Yobiko
The Mystery at the Floating Market, won the Grand Prize awards including the 2013 AFCC SKETCH first prize, Evi The Mystery at the Floating Market, won the Grand Prize Studio together with his friends, an editor and a colour-
of the Samsung KidsTime Author’s Award, and two of her illustrates children’s books, makes graphical diaries and of the Samsung KidsTime Author’s Award, and two of her ist. He enjoys farming and currently living Toriyo village,
titles, The Greatest Instrument and The Sky Painter, won comic strips, and participates in exhibitions. titles, The Greatest Instrument and The Sky Painter, won Sukoharjo
the runner-up prize. the runner-up prize.
Indonesian Art and Culture Indonesian Art and Culture

Mandala The Big Show of the Little Barongan

An entertaining story that leads children to A funny story about companionship and together-
anxiously wait for the surprise at the end of the ness portraying a character from Reog performing
story. The illustration depicts the beauty of East arts, which is famous in Ponorogo, East Java.
Nusa Tenggara, where this story comes from.
The big Barongan has always been the star of the show.
Walking at a brisk pace with such confidence, he never
lets the little Barongan follow. But, look! The Peacock’s
feathers fall out of the Big Barongan’s costume without
Rusli is restlessly waiting for what prize his Dad would him knowing. Now the Little Barongan takes them one
give him for passing the second grade. Mom says it is by one and puts them on his own. When they come to
something strong, powerful, yet pretty and graceful. the stage, something weird happens.
What could that be? Will they perform well?

Shortlisted in Nami Concours 2015

original title :
original title :
Mandala
Pertunjukan Besar Barongan Kecil
ISBN : 978-602-1101-03-2
ISBN : 978-602-70158-2-1

2014 • 28 pages • 24 x 21,5 cm • Full color

2014 • 28 pages • 24 x 21,5 cm • Full color
• ages 6-10 • Rights available for all territory
• ages 6-10 • Rights available for all territory
• Available in English and Deutsch
• Available in English and Deutsch

Writer Illustrator Writer Illustrator

Sophie Dewayani is a writer and researcher in the field Herlina Kartaatmadja is a professional children Ary Nilandari has launched numerous children’s Dewi Tri K. has a strong belief that adding sufficient
of children’s literature and children’s literacy. One of book’s illustrator and writer. Experienced for almost 10 books, young adult, as well as adult novels. She also knowledge to passion is the key to a great art work. She
her books, Cap Go Meh, was shortlisted in Singtel Asian years, she has illustrated 59 books for many publishers serves as trainer in some writing workshops and has her has created several children’s books, such as The Big
Picture Book Award, 2013. Her two other titles, The and organizations yet privates. Her passion in illustra- own writing class. One of her work, The Big Show of the Show of The Little Barongan and Pandu, the Ogoh-Ogoh
Playground in My Wardrobe and Cheer Up, Bujang! won tion is reflected in her lovely and adorable characters. Little Barongan, was shortlisted in 2015 Nami Concour Maker that won an award from Scholastic PBA. 2015.
the second prize in Samsung KidsTime Author’s Award. Award for its illustration.
Indonesian Art and Culture Environmental Awareness

A Face for DamDam A Home for Ge

A thrilling story about emotions, as reflected A survival story of children’s most favourite animal;
through Cirebon’s traditional masks. How exciting! the elephant! Children would be curious to find out
whether the Lampung elephant ever finds its way
home.

Damdam has just gotten a new head and body. They Ge no longer likes his home. Here, he has to work hard.
are made out of a coconut shell and the spine of a Besides, he gets, wait. What is this strange place? And
banana leaf. But what face would be good for him? why are the people chasing him and shouting once he
Would it be a smiley, happy, sad, or an angry one? It gets to eat something? Children are always yelling at
is funny how masks can change Damdam’s face from him. What should he do? Will he find a place called
one to another. Well, it can be scary too! ‘home’?

original title : original title :

Ketika DamDam Kehilangan Wajahnya Rumah untuk Ge
ISBN : 978-602-1101-00-1 ISBN : 978-602-70158-1-4

2014 • 28 pages • 24 x 21,5 cm • Full color 2014 • 28 pages • 24 x 21,5 cm • Full color
• ages 6-10 • Rights available for all territory • ages 6-10 • Rights available for all territory
• Available in English and Deutsch • Available in English and Deutsch

Writer Illustrator Writer Illustrator

Ary Nilandari has launched numerous children’s Andhika Wijaya graduated from Visual Communica- Eva Nukman has written some picture books, young Illustrator and graphic designer, Hutami Dwijayanti.
books, young adult, as well as adult novels. She also tion Design Major at Bina Nusantara University in 2003. adult novels, comics, short stories etc. One of her works, born and lived in Bandung. In 2014, she decide to start
serves as trainer in some writing workshops and has her She has illustrated several children books and stories. The Mystery at the Floating Market, won the Grand Prize her own studio, with the name of “AMECO” which
own writing class. One of her work, The Big Show of the Currently lives in Jakarta, Indonesia, as 2D Artist in a of the Samsung KidsTime Author’s Award, and two of her means Dream Cooker. Most of her project was applied
Little Barongan, was shortlisted in 2015 Nami Concour game developer company. titles, The Greatest Instrument and The Sky Painter, won illustration & picture book.
Award for its illustration. the runner-up prize.
Environmental Awareness Environmental Awareness

Cheer Up, Bujang! Mystery at the Floating Market

A thought-provoking story about the lives of The An interesting story that captures a mystery
Kubu Tribe in Sumatra. The illustration follows the occurring in the traditional Kalimantan’s floating
character’s emotion, from gloomy to happy. market. Children will love to reveal a nice surprise
at the end.

Bujang doesn’t like moving out,

but he has to. The forest he lives Eight-year-old Mawi won-
in no longer gives him food. Bu- ders where some fruits and
jang can’t understand why people vegetables at the floating
like to burn forests and take the market could have gone. He
wood. The only thing he has in tries to investigate once people
mind now is that he is craving for labi-labi! start to blame on him, and
Will he ever find his favorite foods again? yet, he ends up falling in love with the thieves!

Second Prize Winner Grand Prize Winner

Samsung Kids Time Award 2015 Samsung Kids Time Award 2015

original title : original title :

Jangan Sedih, Bujang! Misteri di Pasar Terapung
ISBN : 978-602-70158-4-5 ISBN : 978-602-70158-3-8

2014 • 28 pages • 24 x 21,5 cm • Full color 2014 • 36 pages • 24 x 21,5 cm • Full color
• ages 6-10 • Rights available for all territory • ages 6-10 • Rights available for all territory
• Available in English and Deutsch • Available in English and Deutsch

Writer Illustrator Writer Illustrator

Sophie Dewayani is a writer and researcher in the field Dina Riyanti has illustrated several children’s book, Eva Nukman has written some picture books, young Ella Elviana is an autodidact illustrator who special-
of children’s literature and children’s literacy. One of including Messy’s Hair and Wuli The Angry Girl. Dina adult novels, comics, short stories etc. One of her works, izes in children’s book illustrations. Her published works
her books, Cap Go Meh, was shortlisted in Singtel Asian likes to play around with characters’ expression, lines, The Mystery at the Floating Market, won the Grand Prize are ranging from pictorial books to children’s novels.
Picture Book Award, 2013. Her two other titles, The and media exploration. In visualizing the story, she likes of the Samsung KidsTime Author’s Award, and two of her She has been illustrating since 2007 and wishing that
Playground in My Wardrobe and Cheer Up, Bujang! won to expand it and add some surprises for the readers. titles, The Greatest Instrument and The Sky Painter, won one day she would be lucky enough to participate in
the second prize in Samsung KidsTime Author’s Award. the runner-up prize. and attend Bologna’s Children’s Book Fair.
Indonesian Art and Culture Environmental Awareness

The Missing Rocks Take Me Home

An interesting story embedded with scientific Stories depicting human’s friendship with animal
facts. It portrays the river rock mining in Central are never outdated. This story captures the journey
Java. This is a good resource for discussing envi- of a Cockatoo from Mollucas.
ronmental issues with children.

The frogs miss the rocks, the glorious stage of their Cockatoo loves her friend, the boy who saved her life.
choir. People have taken the rocks, which has made She has followed him to the big city…. for some time.
the riverbank not only very quiet, but also unstable. Now she feels like she doesn’t belong here. Cockatoo
Because there are no rocks to hold the bank, the starts searching for the forest, or at least a few trees
slope slides slowly. If only, yes if only, people are where she can find her kind. Yet, there is none. And
more careful when choosing which rock to take, they her home in the far away land is imposible to reach.
do not have to ruin everything. Will the boy help her again?

original title :
original title :
Dari Batu ke Batu
Aku Ingin Pulang
ISBN : 978-602-70158-5-2
ISBN : 978-602-1101-04-9

2014 • 28 pages • 24 x 21,5 cm • Full color

2014 • 28 pages • 24 x 21,5 cm • Full color
• ages 6-10 • Rights available for all territory
• ages 6-10 • Rights available for all territory
• Available in English abd Deutsch
• Available in English abd Deutsch

Writer Illustrator Writer Illustrator

Ary Nilandari has launched numerous children’s Eugenia Gina has ilustrated about 30 children books. Ary Nilandari has launched numerous children’s Lyly Young graduated as a graphic designer and has
books, young adult, as well as adult novels. She also In 2012 she was chosen as the Indonesian delegation to books, young adult, as well as adult novels. She also been involved inillustrating children’s books since 2010.
serves as trainer in some writing workshops and has her take part in illustrating a project for Children Folktales serves as trainer in some writing workshops and has her She also teaches arts to young children. The books she
own writing class. One of her work, The Big Show of the in Southeast Asian Countries and Korea by the SEAMEO. own writing class. One of her work, The Big Show of the illustrated have been published locallyas well as in the
Little Barongan, was shortlisted in 2015 Nami Concour She was also shortlisted as a finalist in Singtel Asian Little Barongan, was shortlisted in 2015 Nami Concour Netherlands.
Award for its illustration. Picture Book Award in 2013 in Singapore. Award for its illustration.
Social Issue Social Issue

Rattan Will Do Srinti

A heartbreaking story about unmet wish which, A story that describes how children can deal with
fortunately, ends happily. This story takes place in misery when an enormous earthquake hit Yogya
Rattan home-industry in Cirebon, West Java. some years ago.

Nobody stops by to buy what has left from once varied

rattan furnitures or handicraft at the shop. That means The earthquake has taken everything; best friends,
there is no money to buy a new ball. But no worries! sisters, and other family members too. Or maybe not.
Just like what the proverb says: if there is no rattan, They left something buried under the debris. Its name
then roots will do. One can always find a substitute! is Srinti.

original title : original title :

Rotan pun Jadi Srinti
ISBN : 978-602-70158-6-9 ISBN : 978-602-70158-0-7

2014 • 36 pages • 24 x 21,5 cm • Full color 2014 • 28 pages • 24 x 21,5 cm • Full color
• ages 6-10 • Rights available for all territory • ages 6-10 • Rights available for all territory
• Available in English abd Deutsch • Available in English abd Deutsch

Writer Illustrator Writer Illustrator

Ary Nilandari has launched numerous children’s Lyly Young graduated as a graphic designer and has Sophie Dewayani is a writer and researcher in the field Cecillia Hidayat is a freelance illustrator living with
books, young adult, as well as adult novels. She also been involved inillustrating children’s books since 2010. of children’s literature and children’s literacy. One of her husband in Ubud, Bali. She spends most of her days
serves as trainer in some writing workshops and has her She also teaches arts to young children. The books she her books, Cap Go Meh, was shortlisted in Singtel Asian doodling and staring blankly to the rice fields. As an in-
own writing class. One of her work, The Big Show of the illustrated have been published locallyas well as in the Picture Book Award, 2013. Her two other titles, The trovert, Cecil finds it hard to talk and express her feel-
Little Barongan, was shortlisted in 2015 Nami Concour Netherlands. Playground in My Wardrobe and Cheer Up, Bujang! won ings, so she usually let her drawings speak for her.
Award for its illustration. the second prize in Samsung KidsTime Author’s Award.
Multicultural diversity

Cap Go Meh

An thought-provoking story bringing up different

ways of celebrating religions’ holidays. A good re-
flection for multicultural and mutual-understand-
ing discussions.

Nisa, a Muslim girl, and Lili, a Chinese-Indonesian,

debate over whether lontong Cap Go Meh is the
genuine icon of Eid Al-Fitr tradition or Chinese New
Year celebration. After sharing the excitement of
experiencing each celebration, both end up discover-
ing that this dish represents both celebrations.

Shortlisted in Singtel Award 2013

original title : special

Cap Go Meh
ISBN : 978-602-70158-9-0
books

2014 • 36 pages • 24 x 21,5 cm • Full color

• ages 6-10 • Rights available for all territory
• Available in English abd Deutsch

Writer Illustrator These books are created

under the guidance of
Sophie Dewayani is a writer and researcher in the field Eugenia Gina has ilustrated about 30 children books.
Room to Read AcceleratorTM.
of children’s literature and children’s literacy. One of In 2012 she was chosen as the Indonesian delegation to
her books, Cap Go Meh, was shortlisted in Singtel Asian take part in illustrating a project for Children Folktales
Picture Book Award, 2013. Her two other titles, The in Southeast Asian Countries and Korea by the SEAMEO. They are available upon request.
Playground in My Wardrobe and Cheer Up, Bujang! won She was also shortlisted as a finalist in Singtel Asian
the second prize in Samsung KidsTime Author’s Award. Picture Book Award in 2013 in Singapore.
Room to Read AcceleratorTM Project Room to Read AcceleratorTM Project

When Gilang wants to be Sita Krauk! Krauk!

Gilang wants to be like his older Independence Day celebration is coming up and a
sister Sita. He wants to draw like boy wants to join the kerupuk eating competition. He
Sita. And loves to dance like Sita. practices non-stop and eats lots of kerupuk as fast as
But Sita will not allow her brother he can. Krauk! Krauk!
to come to the dance hall with her. Can he beat his friends in the competition?
Gilang feels left out until he makes Will he win the prize?
a surprising discovery one day…

original title : original title :

Ketika Gilang ingin seperti Kak Sita Krauk! Krauk!
ISBN : 978-602-1101-22-3 ISBN : 978-602-1101-23-0

2015 • 24 pages • early reader 2015 • 24 pages • early reader

• 21 x 21 cm • Full color • 21 x 21 cm • Full color
• Rights available for all territory • Rights available for all territory

Writer Illustrator Writer Illustrator

Aniek Wijaya, also known by her pen name Fina Faza, Melani Sie has always been amazed by the power of Dian Kristiani started writing stories in her spare time Ella Elviana was born in Bandung and studied Phar-
was born in Boyolali. She grew up as a very shy child but she illustration to tell stories through images. She has de- to entertain her two young boys. In 2009, she decided to macy at the Institut Teknologi Bandung. She later found
could dance on stage with grace and confidence. She is now signed and illustrated logos, cards and games. Melani’s quit her job to pursue a professional writing career. Since a passion for children’s book illustration. Since 2007,
a proud mother of a beautiful daughter for whom she writes current work as a freelance illustrator of children’s books then, 120 of her children’s books have been published by Ella has illustrated dozens of children books where she
stories in between her daily chores. For Aniek, writing is a is a fulfillment of her passion for storytelling through Indonesia’s major publishing companies. Dian also writes finds honesty, sincerity and cheerfulness. Watercolor
personal means to express and share her emotions. pictures. romance novels and inspirational stories for women. and ink are Ella’s favorite media for her illustrations.
Room to Read AcceleratorTM Project Room to Read AcceleratorTM Project

Widi’s Birthday Cake Golden Coat

Little Golden Coat and his mother

It is Widi’s birthday and Grandma live in the forest of Papua amidst
comes to her granddaughter’s many beautiful animals and plants.
house to bake a special cake for her. Golden Coat sleeps in his mother’s
But wait… pouch just like a kangaroo. He also
Grandma is preparing rice, coconut, collects little treasures from the
palm sugar ... and banana leaves? forest and keeps them in his mother’s warm pouch.
What are all these for? Will Grandma really be able to
make Widi’s birthday cake? But one day, his mother tells him he can no longer
sleep in her pouch. Golden Coat is upset.
Why can’t he sleep in his mother’s pouch anymore?

original title :
Kue Ulang Tahun Widi
ISBN : 978-602-1101-20-9 original title :
Mantel Emas
2015 • 24 pages • early reader
ISBN : 978-602-1101-24-7
• 21 x 21 cm • Full color
• Rights available for all territory
2015 • 24 pages • early reader
• 21 x 29 cm • Full color
• Rights available for all territory

Writer Illustrator Writer Illustrator

C. Krismariana W. fulfilled her passion and pursued a Adrinalia Nila, a mother of two children and founder Evi Indriani was born in Bandung. She considers writ- Aaron Randy has loved drawing since he was a child.
career as a full-time translator. In her spare time, she writes of Balbol Illustration, is an artist who prefers to be called ing as a way of sharing knowledge and ideas. Her short He holds a degree in Graphic Design from Bina Nu-
for herself and posts her works on her personal blog. One an illustrator rather than a painter. In 2012, Nila won stories have been published in children’s magazines santara University where he graduated in 2008. Since
of Krismariana’s favorite hobbies is collecting recipes and second prize in Eye Level Literature Award for her work I since 1999, and her first children’s book was published then, he has been engaged in many illustration pro-
children’s books. With her story Kue Ulang Tahun Widi, she Think That Thing Ate My Friend. She has published chil- in 2012. Mantel Emas, like her other stories, represents jects, mostly children’s books, applications for games
hopes to be able to fulfill her dream of becoming a writer dren’s books and her art works have been exhibited in Evi’s love for Indonesia and pays tribute to her country’s and product designs. Aaron creates distinct character
of engaging children’s books for Indonesian children. art galleries in Indonesia and overseas. bountiful natural resources. designs with a mixture of realism and vivid imagination.
Room to Read AcceleratorTM Project Room to Read AcceleratorTM Project

I Like Your Way The Little Brother’s Cloth

Wuri and Rano are on their way to a friend’s Slamet’s family is busy preparing for the birth of
party. Wuri offers to guide his friend as they walk his baby brother. Grandma asks him to take care of
to their friend’s house. But Rano is confident that the baby’s jarik cloths. Slamet is bored and starts
he knows the way. Wuri is puzzled and amazed: to play with the clothes until… oh no, the baby’s
how can Rano find his way? jarik gets torn! Will Grandma get angry?
What will Slamet do?

original title :
Aku Suka Caramu
ISBN : 978-602-1101-21-6 original title :
Jarik Adik
2015 • 24 pages • early reader
ISBN : 978-602-1101-26-1
• 21 x 29 cm • Full color
• Rights available for all territory
2017 • 24 pages • early reader
• 21 x 29 cm • Full color
• Rights available for all territory

Writer Illustrator Writer Illustrator

Crafting a story is always a wonderful experience for Haikal was born in Bandung and began to draw at Endah is an in-house editor of a publisher in Indonesia. Eleonore Grace is a graphic designer and illustrator.
Audelia Agustine as it opens up her senses to all the the age of 3. Since childhood, his dream has been to Loving to read literary works since she was little, she She has great interest in arts and design. Grace believes
smells, tastes, sounds, and textures around her. For Audi, be an illustrator and an animator. He has won several then pursued her bachelor program in the Deprtment of in not just making a living but living to make something
the writing process enhances her imagination through the awards for his works, including the National Character Literature, University of Indonesia. As a writer, Endah has meaningful for people, especially for the little ones.
power of words. Audi lives in Bandung, a city well-known Design Competition and the ULTIGRAPH award for Best written five children’s books.
for its community of artists, with her husband and son. Character and Best Film in the category of animation.
Room to Read AcceleratorTM Project Room to Read AcceleratorTM Project

Woli Wants to See the World Sirama-rama

Woli, a ball of red yarn, dreams of travelling to far- Ara’s Dad is coming home today from his work in a
away places like her friend cat Pus. But she fails to go faraway country. She imagines her father taking many
anywhere each time she tries to leave. rides to reach their village.
Will Woli ever get to see the world like her friend Pus? And then something magical happens!

original title : original title :

Woli Ingin Melihat Dunia Sirama-rama
ISBN : 978-602-1101-27-8 ISBN : 978-602-1101-28-5

2017 • 24 pages • early reader 2017 • 28 pages • early reader

• 23 x 23 cm • Full color • 23 x 23 cm • Full color
• Rights available for all territory • Rights available for all territory

Writer Illustrator Writer Illustrator

Born and brought up in Jakarta, Arleen is now working Farina Rose has developed an interest in educational Born in Bandung 19 years ago, Alif is always curious Andina recognized her passion for illustrating when
for a distribution company. Started to write children’s children’s content, both in print or digital media. Upon to explore new things. She feels lucky to take part in she graduated from a School of Architecture. Pursuing
stories in 2004, Arleen’s initial wish was just to narrate graduation, Nina flew to a remote island in Southern children’s book writing, by which she can touch the life her passion, she worked in an animation studio, which
stories to her two children. Now, after thirteen years, she Halmahera, Molucca, to serve as a teacher in the Teach- of many children through stories. Alif wants to dedicate then took her to becoming an illustrator and a part-time
has published more than 250 children’s books as well as ten ing Accross Indonesia Movement. She also worked in a her life to writing stories for children. graphic designer. Now Andina is dedicating her time for
novels circulated not only in Indonesia, but also in Malaysia, Southeast Asia’s biggest animation company, contributing illustrating children’s books while secretly wishes to
Vietnam, India, and (soon) Saudi Arabia as well as Turkey. in a Japanese animated movie titled “Tatsumi,” screened own a magical chocolate tree.
in Cannes Film Festival in France.
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Kring! Kring!

Mother Bear is late again picking up her son, Momo,

from school. She cannot ride a bike like the other
parents. So now Mother Bear wants to learn to ride a
bike. But first she needs to find a bike that will fit her.
Follow Mother Bear as she tries to find the bike with
the right size for her.

original title :
Kring! Kring!
ISBN : 978-602-1101-25-4

2017 • 28 pages • early reader

• 21 x 29 cm • Full color
• Rights available for all territory

Writer Illustrator
Nurhayati has started to write when she was in elemen- Adrinalia Nila is an artist who prefers to be called an
tary school. She keeps writing throughout all her past illustrator rather than a painter. In 2012, this mother of
careers; when she was a news reporter, a supervisor in two children won second prize in Eye Level Literature
a communication company, and a private teacher. She Award for her work, I Think That Thing Ate My Friend.
earned several awards for her works, one of which was Founder of Balbol Illustration, Nila has published
the IKAPI award for the best children’s novel category. children’s books and her art works have been exhibited
in art galleries in Indonesia and overseas.
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