FOREIGN RIGHTS

It started with a single book that our co-owners, Inese and Ūna, had written
and illustrated. With a mission to get this title back into print when its original
publisher dissolved, Liels un Mazs was formed, and in 2024, we celebrated a
milestone birthday, and our list has grown from one to over 300 titles strong.

Over the years, our work has been recognised with various awards nationally
and internationally, the highlight of which was the Bologna Prize for the Best
Children’s Publishers of the Year for Europe in 2022 and Cabinet of Ministers
of Latvia Award “for crucial role in shaping contemporary Latvian children’s
literature and contribution to strengthening a democratic state and building an
educated, better, and safer society” in 2024.

From the beginning, Liels un Mazs’ vision has been to introduce Latvian readers
to contemporary picture books, poetry, and fiction by talented local authors as
well as outstanding translations. Our catalogue spans from modern classics to
unexpected artistic experiments, delving into serious and complex topics while
showcasing diverse writing styles and illustrations. We also love organising
various cultural events — exhibitions, concerts, readings, and theatre plays that
evolve from our books.

Liels un Mazs’ original titles have been translated into over 30 languages
worldwide, and some of our authors have become international stars. Our list
of published translations includes works from esteemed authors and illustrators
from around the globe, such as Kristin Roskifte, Kitty Crowther, Edward van de
Vendel, Romana Romanyshyn and Andriy Lesiv, Maria Parr, and many more.

Liels un Mazs’ publishing choices are reasoned and responsible, making our
books a unifying space where different generations can meet and understand
each other.