Cicada Books is a boutique publisher of bold, beautifully crafted illustrated books for children and young people. We publish 8–10 standout titles a year, spanning picture books, non-fiction and graphic novels, spotlighting cutting-edge talent and producing award-winning works like Alte Zachen, A Million Dots and Stones and Bones.

Our books have earned major recognition, including the New York Times Best Children’s Book (2019), Carnegie Shortlist (2023), V&A Award for Best Children’s Book Illustration (2024), Empathy Lab Selection (2025) and UKLA Shortlist (2025).