The Lerner Publisher Services division of Lerner Publishing Group will be the exclusive distributor in the U.S. and Canada for Cicada Books, effective January 2026. Cicada Books titles will be available for pre-orders from Lerner beginning November 15.
Cicada Books, London, England, is a children's book publisher that specializes in high-end books for kids ages 4-11. Its list includes activity books, picture books, and nonfiction. "We love stories that make us laugh, exciting new illustration talent, nice paper stock, immaculate design, information that is engagingly presented, and independent booksellers who share our passion for gorgeous books."
Lerner Publisher Services will assume distribution of 47 backlist titles for Cicada Books, as well as six new Spring 2026 releases. Notable backlist titles include the graphic novels Alte Zachen/Old Things and The Egg Incident, as well as A Million Dots. Spring 2026 releases include four nonfiction single titles, the YA graphic novel Everything Amplified, and The Grand Hotel of Feelings Workbook, which follows on the success of The Grand Hotel of Feelings picture book.
Ziggy Hanaor, founder and publisher of Cicada Books, said that Lerner and Cicada, "independent publishers with big ambitions," have "a lot in common--especially our shared belief in the power of children's books to inspire imagination and bring meaning to an increasingly complex world. It's an honor to join a list that includes brilliant publishers like Andersen and Gecko. I can't wait for what's next."
David Wexler, executive v-p of sales for Lerner Publishing Group, said, "Cicada's visually striking, high-end catalog of children's books is an excellent addition to the Lerner Publisher Services platform. We are pleased to expand the reach of Cicada Books' distinctive list through our broad and established sales and distribution channels."