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Publishing duo and sisters Sophia and Anna Egan-Reid are the proud ‘parents’ of children’s imprint "Little Love". Life-long readers, Sophia and Anna were born in to the family publishing business Mary Egan Publishing, formally Egan Reid Limited. Sophia is an ace publisher and project manager; Anna, an award-winning designer. Launching "Little Love" marks a new chapter in their publishing story, as

they collaborate with writers and artists to produce sophisticated, quality books for Kiwi kids to cherish. The desire to create a new publishing entity has been percolating in the background for years. Happy working together and buoyed by the success of their daily collaboration, it was a natural next step for them to create "Little Love". Inspired by Anna’s two-year-old son Louis, who they have always regarded as their “little love,” imprint "Little Love" was conceived. Now, they just needed to commission and publish their first book! Cut to a chance meeting in a bar with Malcolm Clarke, who had just written children’s book "Tu Meke Tūī" and was looking for a publisher. How could Sophia and Anna resist, particularly when they found out the illustrations in Clarke’s book were by acclaimed aerosol and stencil artist Flox (aka Hayley King). Rhetorical. The fit couldn’t have been better – a great story meets funky art – Sophia and Anna had found their publishing niche. Four years since they launched Little Love they have now published eight titles, with another three in the pipeline for 2021. Little Love is all about publishing beautiful, compelling and extraordinary books.

Hooray! Calum the Chameleon is here "just" in time for the little nature lovers in your family this Christmas or some su...
16/12/2025

Hooray!
Calum the Chameleon is here "just" in time for the little nature lovers in your family this Christmas or some summer holiday reading to share together.

Pick up your copy from your local bookshop or website danniraebooks.com

As we hurtle into the last few weeks of 2025, there may be a few worries among the younger members of your family. "Is M...
09/12/2025

As we hurtle into the last few weeks of 2025, there may be a few worries among the younger members of your family.

"Is My Worry Worth Worrying About?" by Becky Overeem, with illustrations by Sarah Trolle, is a helpful resource in picture book form for parents and caregivers to share with your tamariki.

Becky's likeable, relatable narrator shares his journey directly with the reader to help them navigate anxiety and find calm.

Available at bookshops and libraries across the motu.


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We're super excited to have a brand-new children's book from Danni Rae arriving very soon!Join Calum the Chameleon on an...
09/12/2025

We're super excited to have a brand-new children's book from Danni Rae arriving very soon!

Join Calum the Chameleon on an adventure through amazing ecosystems around the world.

Can you spot him hiding on each page while you discover fascinating creatures in some of the planet’s most beautiful places?

Inspired by Danni’s work as a zookeeper, wildlife biologist and tour guide, this book is a fun and interactive introduction to ecosystems for young readers.

Find out more on our website or ask your favourite bookseller when they can order a copy of "Calum the Chameleon" in for you.
https://www.maryegan.co.nz/books/calum-the-chameleon

A lovely feature in The Press on Tales of Curiosity and the two DOC rangers who brought it to life.This gorgeous book is...
21/11/2025

A lovely feature in The Press on Tales of Curiosity and the two DOC rangers who brought it to life.

This gorgeous book is in stores nationwide and makes a great Christmas gift for anyone aged nine and up!

A Department of Conservation ranger and her former colleague have harnessed their love of the outdoors to create a children’s book that has been 20 years in the making.

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19/10/2025

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✨ Our beautiful new book baby has arrived ✨'Tales of Curiosity' by Sonya McArthur, with illustrations by Bevan Smith, is...
10/09/2025

✨ Our beautiful new book baby has arrived ✨

'Tales of Curiosity' by Sonya McArthur, with illustrations by Bevan Smith, is winging its way to stores now!

A stunning hardback for curious readers aged 9 to 12 (and for grown-ups who love timeless storytelling).

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Publishing duo and sisters Sophia and Anna Egan-Reid are the proud ‘parents’ of new children’s imprint Little Love. Life-long readers, Sophia and Anna were born into the family publishing business Mary Egan Publishing, formerly Egan Reid Limited. Sophia is an ace publisher and project manager; Anna, an award-winning designer. Launching "Little Love" marks a new chapter in their publishing story, as they collaborate with writers and artists to produce sophisticated, quality books for Kiwi kids to cherish.

The desire to create a new publishing entity has been percolating in the background for years. Often, after Sophia and Anna had been enjoying a few wines! Happy working together and buoyed by the success of their daily collaboration, it was a natural next step for them to create Little Love. Inspired by Anna’s two-year-old son Louis, who they have always regarded as their “little love,” imprint Little Love was conceived. Now, they just needed to commission and publish their first book!

Cut to a chance meeting in a bar with Malcolm Clarke, who had just written children’s book Tu Meke Tūī and was looking for a publisher. How could Sophia and Anna resist, particularly when they found out the illustrations in Clarke’s book were by acclaimed aerosol and stencil artist Flox (aka Hayley King). Rhetorical. The fit couldn’t have been better – a great story meets funky art – Sophia and Anna had found their publishing niche.

Sophia and Anna are now working with three more artists on Little Love titles, which will be published in the next 6-12 months.