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Lost

Shortlisted for Illustrator of the Year - British Book Awards 2025
By Mariajo Ilustrajo
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Lost by Mariajo Ilustrajo is a heartwarming children's book about a polar bear who finds himself in an unfamiliar city far from his icy home. As he embarks on a quest to return, the bear encounters friendly animals who offer help and valuable lessons about kindness and acceptance. It's a charming tale that entertains and encourages children to appreciate the concept of home and the journey of friendship.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate stories filled with charming illustrations and heartfelt messages. It follows a delightful journey, perfect for young readers who are captivated by tales of exploration and discovery. With its endearing characters, this story promotes themes of friendship and resilience, making it an engaging read for children and adults alike.

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A heartwarming second title from award-winning author and illustrator Mariajo Illustrajo, Lost tells the story of a polar bear lost and alone in the big city, until he meets a young girl who takes him under her wing.

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A new book from award-winning illustrator Mariajo Ilustrajo, Lost is the story of a polar bear who finds himself lost in a big concrete city.

He politely asks the city folk for help, but everyone is much too busy and impatient to assist the newcomer. He finds himself travelling on the subway, only to be noticed finally by a little girl. The girl takes the homesick bear by the paw and under her innocent wing.

Under the nose of her seemingly unaware mum, she feeds him dinner, gives him a bath, and they read stories together. When the polar bear wistfully looks at a poster of the North Pole on her bedroom wall, the little girl realises that her friend needs help to get home.

This is a story about the power friendship has to help you feel found, and even to transport you home.

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Mariajo Ilustrajo's Lost is praised as a beautifully illustrated picture book, offering a touching celebration of kindness and discovery. Reviews highlight the stylish and absorbing illustrations and vibrant colours, while the storyline about a little girl helping a lost polar bear in a big city underscores themes of love and friendship.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780711277960

Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Frances Lincoln Children's Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 225.0mm

Height: 296.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 40

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About the Author

Mariajo Ilustrajo is a Spanish Illustrator based in the UK. She completed her MA in Children's Illustration from the prestigious Cambridge Anglia Ruskin course in April 2021. In November 2020 she was crowned the overall winner of the 2020 Association of Illustrators award, sponsored by Walker Books. Her debut picture book, Flooded, has been translated into over 19 languages.

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