The Bookseller: Top 10 Children’s Previews July 2026

The Bookseller’s Children’s Editor Caroline Carpenter chose THE KINGDOM OF TIGERS as one of her top ten picks for July in the April edition.

Harimau tiger cub, Hari, and his mother live in the jungle. As deforestation threatens their survival, they dream of roaming the Kingdom of Tigers. Can they find their home in the wild?

Debut author Yeoh's rhyming text weaves a gentle, poignant tale of survival and hope, while debut illustrator Megan Snyders’ stunning illustrations bring the lush landscpe of Malaysia to life.

With themes of belonging and friendship, as well as an important message about Malaysia's endangered harimau tigers, this includes an afterword from Yeoh's aunt and United Nations Goodwill Ambassador, actor Michelle Yeoh.

The Bookseller, April 2026: 10 Titles not to miss in July

Caroline Carpenter shares her top picks for July - from a guinea pig couple and a harimau tiger cub and his mother in the wilds of Malaysia, to sinister folk-horror and a cosy read with Froggy, there is much to delight!

At the younger end of the market, I found July’s picture book publishing particularly strong. There are delightful debuts in the form of the beautiful The Kingdom of Tigers from pairing Felicity Yeoh and Megan Snyders (Kumusha)…

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