Floris publish books in two main areas: non-fiction for adults, and books for children. Within our non-fiction list, we focus on quality books which look at the world a little differently. Our books cover all aspects of holistic and alternative living, including Steiner-Waldorf education, biodynamics and organics, holistic health, philosophy of the natural world, mind body spirit, parenting and child health, philosophy of human life and religion & spirituality.
We're also the largest children's book publisher in Scotland. We publish board and picture books for 0-7 year olds, including international stories in translation and nostalgic classics from illustrators such as Elsa Beskow, as well as the Picture Kelpies range of Scottish picture books; story books and anthologies for 6-10 year olds; and the Kelpies, a much-loved range of Scottish children's fiction for 1-15 year olds. We also publish a wide range of craft and activity books suitable for children and adults of all ages.
From shape-shifting water dragons to sun-eating serpents -- let imagination take flight and discover the dragons of the world.
In this lavish volume of tales, Carnegie Medal-award-winning childrens author Theresa Breslin expertly retells stories inspired by dragon myths and legends from around the globe. Whether fearsome or ......
Stef takes the twins out for a walk to the pond. On their way they pass through fields full of flowers, grasshoppers and bees. They stop at a farm, where they feed the hens, pigs and ponies. But when they reach the pond, the clouds turn grey and it starts to rain. The twins love splashing about in the rain. But where do all the animals go when it ......
Christmas is coming but Anna and Michael's village is cut off by deep snow. They're worried that Santa Claus won't reach them, so they send him a special wish.
Santa Claus hears their wish, and brings the village a surprise. Can the neighbours work together to reach their Christmas gift? ......
Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs and many more classic stories
These classic Brothers Grimm tales of princesses and dwarfs, wicked queens and gentle bears have delighted children and adults alike for two centuries. Their unique magic and wonder make them inspiring reading for children everywhere. Each story is accompanied by charming illustrations by Anastasiya Archipova, illustrator of dozens of children's ......
Thirteen-year-old Samim is a loyal friend, a gifted chess player -- and a refugee. After his family is killed in a bombing, Samim makes a long, dangerous journey from Afghanistan to the UK. But even then his safety isnt guaranteed: Samim must tell his story to convince the authorities to let him stay for good.
Its Christmas Eve, and Papa tomte is eagerly waiting for the human family to leave out a bowl of porridge, to say thank you for the tomtes help throughout the year. But Mama tomte has a terrible feeling the family have forgotten the porridge!
The story of one well-worn, much-loved library book and all the children who have borrowed it. A vibrantly illustrated celebration of the magic of books, libraries and sharing, with fun rhyming text.
Lisa joins the flowers for their magical Midsummer party where Queen Rose and her guests hear the stories of grand Madame Pansy and shy wintergreen. A collectable new edition of the classic Elsa Beskow picture book with a cloth spine.
