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Moomintrolls — Multiple Authors
Moomintrolls Series in Order: 99 books
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The Moomins and the Great Flood
Tove Jansson
Book - 1
Essential reading for any lover of the Moomins. This is where it all began. Created in 1945, yet published in this country for the very first time, The Moomins and the Great Flood offers an extraordinary glimpse into the creativity and imagination th...
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Comet in Moominland
Tove Jansson
Book - 2
If you haven't met a Moomin yet, you're missing the most magical fun!Perfect for readers of all ages, join the beloved, world-famous characters of Moominvalley on an unforgettable adventure in Comet in Moominland -- includes black-and-white illustrat...
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Finn Family Moomintroll
Tove Jansson
Book - 3
If you haven't met a Moomin yet, you're missing the most magical fun!Perfect for readers of all ages, join the beloved, world-famous characters of Moominvalley on an unforgettable adventure in Finn Family Moomintroll -- includes black-and-white illus...
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The Exploits of Moominpappa // Moominpappa's Memoirs
Tove Jansson
Book - 4
'I decided to run away. There simply wasn't anything else to do.' Here at last is Moominpappa's promised life story - from the days when he was abandoned in a newspaper parcel on the doorstep of a Moomin orphanage, to when he ran away to see the worl...
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Moominsummer Madness
Tove Jansson
Book - 5
If you haven't met a Moomin yet, you're missing the most magical fun!Perfect for readers of all ages, join the beloved, world-famous characters of Moominvalley on an unforgettable adventure in Moominsummer Madness -- includes black-and-white illustra...
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Moominland Midwinter
Tove Jansson
Book - 6
Everyone knows that the Moomins sleep through the winter, but this year Moomintroll has woken up in January. After his initial shock at seeing his familiar haunts under the snow, Moomintroll discovers that winter is worth waking up for after all. In ...
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Tales from Moominvalley
Tove Jansson
Book - 7
Here are nine delightfully funny stories about the triumphs and tribulations of the citizens of Moominvalley. Readers will discover how the Moomin family save young Ninny from permanent invisibility, and what happens when Moomintroll catches the last...
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Moominpappa at Sea
Tove Jansson
Book - 8
Leave Moominvalley? Is it possible? Yes, even the Moomin family need a change of scenery sometimes, so they're off to live in a lighthouse on a tiny island. Here they find space to grow, and to do things they couldn't in their comfortable, cluttered ...
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Moominvalley in November
Tove Jansson
Book - 9
Now that autumn is turning into winter, a group of unlikely friends--including the Fillyjonk, the Hemulen, and Toft--are waiting in Moominvalley to see the Moomins, for winter doesn't seem right without them. But the Moomins are not at home. So all t...
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The Book about Moomin, Mymble and Little My
Tove Jansson
In a delightful, curious game of what comes next, Moomintroll travels through the woods to get home with milk for Moominmamma. A simple trip turns into a colorful adventure as Moomintroll meets Mymble, who has lost her sister, Little My. Along the...
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Who Will Comfort Toffle?: A Tale of Moomin Valley
Tove Jansson
A Scandinavian midcentury classic back in print Who Will Comfort Toffle? is the timeless, magical tale of the wistful wallflower, Toffle-too shy to speak to anyone and too fearful of the world he is watching from afar. Lonely and sad, Toffle runs aw...
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The Dangerous Journey: A Tale of Moomin Valley
Tove Jansson
Get swept away in this otherworldly adventure to Moominvalley through treacherous yet beautiful landscapes Tove Jansson takes us on a beautifully illustrated and delightfully quirky journey through Moominvalley, perfectly capturing the experience an...
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Moomin Book One: The Complete Tove Jansson Comic Strip
Lars Jansson
Tove Jansson is revered worldwide as one of the foremost children''s authors of the 20th century for her illustrated chapter books revealing the magical worlds of the Moomins, her creation. The Moomins debuted in 1954 to their biggest audience in the...
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Moomin Book Three: The Complete Tove Jansson Comic Strip
Lars Jansson
Moomin has been swiftly making its way into the hearts of North Americans ever since Drawn & Quarterly began collecting the strip in 2006. It debuted in the London Evening News in 1954 and has become the fastest-selling D+Q series to date. Fifty year...
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Moomin's Little Book of Words
Tove Jansson
Moomintroll takes the youngest reader through a day in his life, building simple vocabulary along the way. From dancing to book-browsing, the scenes depicted will echo favorite moment's in a child's own day, ending on a bedtime note....
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Moomin's Little Book Of Colours
Tove Jansson
White Moomin, black hat; blue sky, orange sun; red dress, green grass . . . Magical learning fun with the Moomins in this delightful board book companion volume to Moomin's Little Book of Opposites, Moomin's Little Book of Numbers and Moomin's Little...
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Moomin's Little Book of Numbers
Tove Jansson
Little ones can rely on the Moomins to make numbers fun. Moomintroll, Moominmamma, and the Snork Maiden help create a game out of learning to go from one to ten, and beyond, with everyday objects such as seashells and stars. ...
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Moomin's Little Book Of Opposites
Puffin
Big, small; up, down; in, out . . . Magical learning fun with the Moomins in this delightful board book companion volume to Moomin's Little Book of Colours, Moomin's Little Book of Numbers and Moomin's Little Book of Words....
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Moomin Book Six: The Complete Tove Jansson Comic Strip
Lars Jansson
The first volume to be drawn and written by Lars Jansson
After the multifaceted Tove Jansson quit the daily grind of the newspaper comic strip, the reins were picked up by her younger brother, Lars, who -- not being an artist -- taught himse...
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Moomin's Lift-The-Flap Hide and See
Tove Jansson
Pre-readers can sharpen hand-eye coordination as they join Moomintroll's search for that rascal Little My, who has found a very clever hiding place. Along the way, they will meet Moomintroll's family and many friends. The funny names--from Snufkin to...
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Moomin And The Winter Snow
Tove Jansson
A heartwarming exploration of friendship as Snufkin travels south for the winter. Snufkin is traveling south for the winter season and travels through the village to say good-bye to his friends. Moomintroll is sad about his friend’s departure. ...
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Moomin's Secret Surprise Sticker Book
Tove Jansson
Today is Moominmamma's birthday and Moomintroll wants to give her a secret surprise party! There is lots to do, from making a cake to picking some flowers and decorating for the party. Match the stickers to the empty shapes on each page and join in w...
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Moomin and the Birthday Button
Tove Jansson
On his birthday, Moomintroll wakes up full of excitement. It will surely be the most wonderful day. But when his friends all seem to be too busy to help him celebrate, it doesn't feel wonderful at all -- until a happy surprise comes knocking. Kids wi...
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Moomin And The Moonlight Adventure
Tove Jansson
It had been raining for days in Moominvalley, but now the clouds have cleared and it is a fine day for an adventure. Moomintroll is excited - he and Snorkmaiden and Little My, Moominpappa and Moominmamma, were all going to sail to Lonely Island to lo...
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Moomin Book Seven: The Complete Tove Jansson Comic Strip
Lars Jansson
RETURN TO MOOMIN VALLEY IN THE SEVENTH VOLUME OF THE�CLASSIC COMIC BY�LARS JANSSONIn this volume of the Complete Lars Jansson comic, Jansson's work, already quite polished, takes on a joie de vivre heretofore unseen. The Moomins rebel once mor...
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Moominvalley Turns Jungle
Tove Jansson
THE TOVE JANSSON CLASSIC IN A NEW SOFTCOVER FORMAT
Due to the resounding success of the hardcover Moomin comics by Tove Jansson and Lars Jansson, D+Q is reissuing this classic comic in an all-new format. Available in an affordable kid-proof ...
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Moomin and the New Friend
Puffin
When Moomintroll and Sniff find a message in a bottle down on the shore, it leads to an expedition to Lonely Island on a little raft. High winds and a storm at sea nearly lead to disaster but they are rescued by a new friend, the ever-resourceful...
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Moomin Falls in Love
Tove Jansson
With Moominvalley underwater, will Moomin's romantic tendencies get him in trouble?
Another classic Moomin story reworked in full color, with a kid-proof but kid-friendly size, price, and format.Moominvalley is flooded, so Snorkm...
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Moomin Builds a House
Tove Jansson
The debut appearance of everyone's favorite pest, Little My!
Another classic Moomin story reworked in full color, with a kid-proof but kid-friendly size, price, and format.After Mymble's family comes to visit the Moomins, her litt...
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Moomin Every Day: Tove and Lars Jansson and the Creation of the Moomin Comic Strip
Tove Jansson
A loving look at the history of the renowned Moomin strip and its creator, Tove Jansson
Moomin Every Day details the genesis of the beloved Moomin comic strip. The strip originally appeared in the world's largest newspaper, The Evening New... -
Moomin and the Sea
Tove Jansson
The Moomin family moves to a remote island for the sake of art
Another classic Moomin story reworked in full color, with a kid-proof but kid-friendly size, price, and format.
Moominpappa has committed to writing a Great Novel Abou... -
Moomin Book Eight: The Complete Tove Jansson Comic Strip
Lars Jansson
Get shipwrecked with Moomin in the eighth volume of the beloved Moomin hardcover series Lars Jansson returns with the eighth volume of the classic Moomin hardcover comic series, and the whole gang is back in action. Sniff is causing trouble with ano...
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Moomin and the Golden Tail
Tove Jansson
Moomin's tail gets its fifteen minutes of fame
Another classic Moomin story reworked in full color, with a kid-proof but kid-friendly size, price, and format.One day Moomin notices that his tail seems to be thinning. Worried that Sn...
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Moomin's Desert Island
Tove Jansson
The Moomins picnic with their ancestors, a pair of pirates, and, best of all, Mymble
Another classic Moomin story reworked in full color, with a kid-proof but kid-friendly size, price, and format.
After a disastrous helicopter ride t... -
Moomin's Touch and Feel Playbook
Tove Jansson
A brilliant Touch and Feel Playbook, based on Tove Jansson's Moomins! With plenty for little hands to touch and feel on every page, this brilliant playbook is a perfect introduction to first words, numbers, weather, opposites and colours. Tove Jansso...
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Moominvalley for the Curious Explorer
Tove Jansson
Moominvalley for the Curious Explorer is a 3-D guide to the extraordinary world of the Moomins.
Welcome to Moominvalley! Pull out your guide and explore the wonderful scenery, from the towering Moominhouse, through the forest, over the bridge and d...
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Moomin Book Nine: The Complete Tove Jansson Comic Strip
Lars Jansson
"""[ Moomin is] a quirky, original comic strip masterpiece."" -Myla Goldberg, author of Bee SeasonMoomin: The Complete Lars Jansson Comic Strip, Volume Nine welcomes readers back to the beloved world of Moominvalley, where pancakes and jam are...
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Moomin on the Riviera
Tove Jansson
A rerelease of the classic comic in honor of the centenary of Tove Jansson's birth
As springtime dawns in Moominvalley and the first northern crocus opens, Moominpappa and Snorkmaiden, glamorized by the prospects of movie stars and gambling,...
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Moomin: The Deluxe Anniversary Edition
Tove Jansson
A celebration of Tove Jansson's legacy, one hundred years after her birth
Tove Jansson's Moomin stories made her one of the most beloved Scandinavian authors of the twentieth century. Jansson's whimsical tales of Moominvalley resonate with c...
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Moomin and the Martians
Tove Jansson
A flying saucer crash-lands in Moominvalley and high jinks ensue
Another classic Moomin story reworked in full color, with a kid-proof but kid-friendly size, price, and format.
Moominmamma wakes up one morning and finds that a flying sa... -
Moomin Book Ten: The Complete Tove Jansson Comic Strip
Lars Jansson
"Moomin is about freedom, tolerance, and optimism amid frustration, loss, and fear. Modern Painters Moomin: The Complete Lars Jansson Comic Strip, Volume Ten welcomes readers back to the beloved world of Moominvalley, where pancakes and jam are a p...
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Moomin and the Wishing Star
Tove Jansson
When Moomintroll finds a beautiful shiny pebble, Snorkmaiden thinks it might be a star - and if it is a star, then Moomin can make a wish! But wishes are difficult things to get right, and while Moomin worries about what his wish will be, the star's ...
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Moominmamma's Maid
Tove Jansson
Another classic Moomin story reworked in full color, with a kid-proof but kid-friendly size, price, and format.
With a maid to help around the house, will the Moomins become respectable?A housekeeping and mother-craft expert named M...
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Moomin Book Eleven: The Complete Tove Jansson Comic Strip
Lars Jansson
Moomin: The Complete Lars Jansson Comic Strip, Volume 11 invites readers back to the delightfully eccentric world of Moominvalley, penned by Tove Jansson's younger brother Lars Jansson.
In this volume, the Moomin family travels back in time...
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The Curious Explorer's Guide to the Moominhouse
Penguin Books (UK)
A beautiful, hardback, peep-inside guide to the Moominhouse - the perfect gift for Moomin fans young and old.
Welcome to the Moominhouse! Full of secrets and extraordinary creatures, the curious explorer is rewarded by magical discoveries.... -
Moomin and the Ocean's Song
Penguin Books (UK)
It was a day that really ought to be filled with adventure... Moomintroll and his friends have heard of the legend of the Ocean's Song - held inside a shell, which only its finder can hear. Snufkin takes them to the island of the Hattifatteners but t...
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Moomin's Seek and Find Finger-Trail book
Tove Jansson
Moomin is searching everywhere for Snufkin, but he is nowhere to be seen. Where could he be? Follow the finger trails on every page to explore Moominvalley and help Moomin find his best friend! Tove Jansson was born in Helsingfors, Finland, in 1914. ...
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The Memoirs Of Moominpappa
Tove Jansson
Special Collectors' Edition Hardback "One cold and windy autumn evening many years ago a newspaper parcel was found on the doorstep of the Home for Moomin Foundlings. In that parcel I lay, quite small and shivering with cold." So begins the remark...
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The World of Moominvalley
Macmillan Adult's Books
A stunning gift book for Moomin fans to treasure.Step into the magical world of Moominvalley with this beautiful and unique book - a fun, fascinating, and unprecedented look at the wonderful world of the Moomins and their creator, Tove Jansson. Fille...
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Love from the Moomins
Penguin Books (UK)
Love is . . . LoudLove is . . . QuietJoin The Moomins for a celebration of love. This delightful little book features all of your favourite Moomin characters and whimsical illustrations by Tove Jansson. The perfect gift for Valentine's Day, or any ot...
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All About Moomin
Tove Jansson
The perfect introduction to the wonderful world of the Moomins. Join Moomintroll for his busy day, from collecting treasures with Sniff, to listening to Moominpapa''s stories of the sea. Every day is a new adventure in Moominvalley.
A gentle, enga...
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Summer Stories from Moominvalley
Tove Jansson
Penguin presents the audio CD edition of Summer Stories from Moominvalley by Tove Jansson, read by Hugh Dennis.
Moominsummer Madness
It all began with a hot day in June, and a volcano dropping black ash on to Moominmamma''s washing. Next a cra... -
Moomin and the Ice Festival
Tove Jansson
It's winter in Moominvalley and Moomintroll and his family are getting ready for the Long Winter Sleep. But as the first flakes of snow fall, they receive an exciting invitation to the Ice Festival. Will they be brave enough to venture out now winter...
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Midwinter Tales from Moominvalley
Tove Jansson
Penguin presents the audio CD edition of Midwinter Tales from Moominvalley by Tove Jansson, read by Hugh Dennis.
Moominvalley in November
Winter is approaching, and the Fillyjonk, the Hemulen, Toft and others have travelled far and wide to visi... -
Moomin's Pancake Picnic Peep-Inside
Tove Jansson
There''s going to be a pancake picnic and everyone in Moominvalley is invited. It''s time for Moomintroll to gather everyone together, but where is Little My? She loves pancakes!
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Moomin and the Golden Leaf
Tove Jansson
Tonight everyone in Moominvalley will be going to the Autumn Ball and Moomintroll and Sniff are busy helping with preparations. But when they discover an extraordinary golden leaf on the forest floor, will they be able to find a tree full of golden l...
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Christmas Comes to Moominvalley
Alex Haridi
Everyone is welcome in Moominvalley - especially at Christmas. A beautiful, collectible and classic picture book, lavishly embossed and foiled, Christmas Comes to Moominvalley is the perfect gift for Moomin fans of all ages.This is an exquisitely ill...
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Moomin: The Deluxe Anniversary Edition: Volume 2
Lars Jansson
A lavish celebration of Moominvalley, complete with hundreds of pages of comics, writing, and ephemera
Since the first Moomin comic strip appeared in the London Evening News, Tove Jansson's creations have become an international sensation, ... -
Adventures in Moominvalley
Amanda Li
Beautifully designed, lavishly produced and richly illustrated with captivating artwork and lively, witty writing, Adventures in Moominvalley is the first of three storybook companions to the highly anticipated animated TV series, Moominvalley.The sh...
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The Invisible Guest in Moominvalley
Tove Jansson
A stunning and classic picture book, with a special textured cover, The Invisible Guest in Moominvalley is the perfect gift for Moomin fans of all ages. In Moominvalley everyone is welcome. So when Too-ticky arrives with an unusually invisible guest,...
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Welcome to Moominvalley: The Handbook
Amanda Li
Explore the magical world of Moominvalley in this essential handbook for Moomin fans of all ages -- filled with fun facts and fascinating stories about the Moomins and their friends. Based on the acclaimed animated TV series Moominvalley, this guid...
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Moomin and the Spring Surprise
Tove Jansson
If you haven''t met a Moomin yet, you''re missing the most magical fun . . .
It''s winter in Moominvalley and the Moomin family are deep in their Long Winter Sleep, waiting for the sound of Too-Ticky''s barrel organ to rouse them, as it did every s...
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Stories from Moominvalley
Alex Haridi
Three new stand-alone stories - based on episodes in Tove Jansson''s beloved and classic chapter books The Moomins and the Great Flood and Finn Family Moomintroll - introduce readers to the Moomins and their way of life in this stunning new colle...
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More Adventures in Moominvalley
Amanda Li
The Moomin family and their friends are back in More Adventures in Moominvalley, a collection of warm and charming stories based on the award-winning 3D animation.Go on a journey to Moominvalley -- a beautiful and peaceful place where everyone is k...
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Moomin and the Midsummer Mystery
Tove Jansson
If you haven't met a Moomin yet, you're missing the most magical fun . . .It's a long, lazy midsummer afternoon in Moominvalley and the whole family are relaxing outdoors. But suddenly Moominpappa's precious notebook and fountain pen vanish, and the ...
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Return to Moominvalley
Amanda Li
Moomintroll and all his family and friends are back in Return to Moominvalley, based on the stunning award-winning 3D animation.Join the Moomins as they journey to a mysterious island, meet the Hobgoblin and his extraordinary hat, and encounter a mag...
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The Last Dragon in Moominvalley
Tove Jansson
When Moomintroll finds a tiny dragon, he puts it in a jar to keep as a pet. Moomintroll is so excited, but soon realizes the little dragon needs to be free. When free, the dragon seems to prefer to be with Snufkin and this breaks Moomintroll’s ...
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My First Moomin: Best Friends
Tove Jansson
Meet Moomintroll and all his friends in this charming picture book story about overcoming your fears!It's a beautiful summer's afternoon in Moominvalley - just right for a swim at the beach! But the idea of getting his ears wet makes Moomintroll's tu...
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Moomin Words Tummy Time
Tove Jansson
Babies will love tummy time with this beautiful accordion book set in the wonderful world of Moominvalley. A beautiful first fold-out book, perfect for tummy time, with high contrast colors, and simple first words....
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Moomin Mail: Real Letters to Open and Read
Amanda Li
Snufkin leaves a treasure hunt for his best friend, Moomintroll, to solve while he is away on his winter travels. Packed full of envelopes, letters, and other mail, which the child reader will delight in opening....
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Moomin Shorts
Tove Jansson
Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material o...
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Moomin and the Hat
Tove Jansson
Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material o...
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Moominvalley Friends
Katariina Heilala
Moominvalley Friends comes with lightweight wooden figures of Moomintroll and his friends Little My, Snorkmaiden, Hemulen, and Snufkin. The child is invited to place the figures into the story as it evolves, making it a truly interactive experience. ...
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Moominvalley Friends at the Seaside
Katariina Heilala
Moominvalley Friends at the Seaside comes with lightweight wooden figures of Moomintroll, Moominmamma, Sniff, Stinky, Too-Ticky, and Moominpappa. The child is invited to place the figures into the story as it evolves, making it a truly interactive ex...
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Moomin Adventures: Book One
Lars Jansson
The classic comic strip by Tove Jansson and Lars Jansson in a new paperback seriesPresented in an all new softcover format that collects the all ages comics of both Tove Jansson and Lars Jansson, the five-volume Moomin Adventures series will introduc...
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Moomin's First Hundred Words
Tove Jansson
If you haven’t met a Moomin yet you’re missing the most magical fun! There are over twenty flaps to lift in this fun book. Each spread is themed with topics that toddlers and their adults will love, such as at home, outdoors, eatin...
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Moominpappa and the Great Flood
Tove Jansson
If you haven't met a Moomin yet, you're missing the most magical fun...Join Moomintroll and his friends in this very special picture book to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the classic story, The Moomins and The Great Flood.A storm is blowing throu...
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Wild Guests
Golden Books
For the first time ever, the beloved Moomin characters star in their very own Little Golden Book!One calm and quiet June evening, when the inhabitants of Moominvalley had gone to sleep, the Moomin house almost began to fall apart. There was a loud kn...
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Wonderful Moominvalley
Amanda Li
"You must go on a long journey before you can really find out how wonderful home is."The Moomins have been off on an adventure, and now they're back home in wonderful Moominvalley! Join in as they meet new friends Snork and Stinky, get invaded by ele...
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Moomin Pull-Out Prints
Tove Jansson
A beautiful collection of Tove Jansson???s classic Moomin artwork showcased alongside warm, witty and mindful quotes from the original books and characters. The perfect gift book for Moomin fans!Packed full of stunning artwork from the Moomin archive...
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Moomin Adventures: Book Two
Lars Jansson
The classic comic strip by Tove Jansson and Lars Jansson in a new paperbackseriesWhen D&Q debuted the Moomin comics in 2007, it was the first time that the strip hadbeen published in English since its original appearance in the London Evening News. T...
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Enchanting Moominvalley
Amanda Li
Every day is full of adventure in Moominvalley! Join in as the Moomins get to know a new side to Mrs Fillyjonk, help a Hattifattener find its spark, fly a hot air balloon, and throw a magical Midsummer's Eve party.Moominvalley might not have been mad...
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Extraordinary Moominvalley
Amanda Li
Every day is full of adventure in Moominvalley! Join in as the Moomins audition for the circus, investigate a mysterious crime, have the most romantic Midsummer's Eve and more.Illustrated throughout with gorgeous full-colour art from the acclaimed TV...
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The Moomins Have Fun! A Push, Pull and Slide Book
Macmillan Children's Books
Push, pull and slide the tabs in this magical Moomin book and make all your favorite characters come to life! Sail across the ocean with Moomintroll, camp in the woods with Snufkin, and fly high in the air on a colourful kite. With the Moomins, the a...
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Meet the Moomins! A Push, Pull and Slide Book
Macmillan Children's Books
Push, pull and slide the tabs in this magical Moomin book and make all your favorite characters come to life! Wobble on a fluffy cloud with Moomintroll and Snorkmaiden, sail from the top of the Moominhouse with Little My, and meet Snufkin coming home...
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Moomintroll Builds a House
Golden Books
The beloved Moomin characters star in their very own Little Golden Book!When Little My moves in to the Moominhouse, there is no more peace and quiet for Moomintroll. He decides to build his own house. But building a house is not as easy as you might ...
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In the Lighthouse
Tove Jansson
Come and explore with the Moomins in this brand-new story in a book shaped like the Moomin Lighthouse.Moomintroll has found a trail of mysterious footprints in the Lighthouse . . . but where do they end? Join Moomintroll as he follows the footprints ...
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What is a Moomin? An Illustrated Guide in 100 Objects
Tove Jansson
Have you ever wondered . . . what is a Moomin?This colourful guide introduces the who, what, when and why of the Moomins through 100 iconic objects from in and around Moominvalley, exploring the stories and characters plus the Moomins' impact in the ...
Series Premise
The premise centers on the Moomin family and their friends who live in the peaceful Moomin Valley, a lush, magical corner of a northern world. The Moomins are gentle, round, hippo-like trolls who embrace a simple, harmonious life filled with adventures, seasonal changes, friendships, and quiet reflections. Each book follows the inhabitants of the valley as they experience the joys and small dramas of everyday existence—whether facing natural disasters like floods and comets, hosting eccentric visitors, exploring distant lands, or simply enjoying the changing seasons. While there is often a light adventure or whimsical plot, the true focus is on the characters’ inner lives, their relationships, and their gentle navigation of emotions such as loneliness, belonging, courage, and contentment.
Moomintrolls Series Reading Order
🟡 Mostly Standalone · Start Anywhere
Mostly standalone stories with recurring characters in a shared setting.
The series does not require a strict reading order. Many books function beautifully as standalone stories, each with its own mood and focus. However, reading them in publication order provides a richer experience because the world and characters evolve subtly over time. Early books have a more childlike, adventurous tone, while later ones become increasingly philosophical and introspective. Some stories reference earlier events or show characters maturing, so chronological reading enhances the sense of a living, breathing community. New readers can comfortably start with any book—Comet in Moominland is a popular entry point for its classic adventure feel, while others prefer beginning with Finn Family Moomintroll for its warm introduction to the valley and its inhabitants.
Explanation of reading order types
Moomintrolls Series Characters
The main characters form a memorable and endearing ensemble. At the heart is the Moomin family: Moomintroll (the sensitive, adventurous young protagonist), his loving and philosophical mother Moominmamma, and his more anxious but kind father Moominpappa. Their extended “family†includes the bold and practical Snork Maiden (Moomintroll’s friend and sometimes sweetheart), the fiercely independent and rule-breaking Little My, the melancholic and poetic Snufkin (a wandering musician who values freedom above all), the timid but loyal Sniff, and the endlessly enthusiastic Hemulen. These characters, along with many eccentric visitors and neighbors (such as the Fillyjonk, the Groke, or the Hattifatteners), create a rich tapestry of personalities that represent different aspects of human nature. Supporting and recurring characters appear across multiple books, providing continuity and emotional depth. Their interactions—filled with both harmony and gentle conflict—form the emotional core of the series.
Setting of the Moomintrolls Series
The setting is the idyllic yet unpredictable Moomin Valley, a lush, forested region in a northern land that experiences dramatic seasonal shifts—from bright, endless summers filled with flowers and parties to dark, snowy winters of hibernation and introspection. The valley features the Moomin house (a round, blue tower-like home), the river, the forest, and nearby landmarks such as the Lonely Mountains or the sea. The world feels both cozy and vast, with hidden caves, magical forests, and distant shores that the characters occasionally explore. The atmosphere shifts beautifully with the seasons, mirroring the emotional tone of each story, from sun-drenched joy to contemplative stillness.
Tone & Themes of the Moomintrolls Series
In tone and theme, the Moomin books are gentle, lyrical, and quietly profound. The tone is warm, whimsical, and often tinged with melancholy or quiet humor. Jansson’s writing is elegant and economical, filled with beautiful descriptions of nature and subtle emotional insight. The stories balance light-hearted adventure with deeper reflections on life’s impermanence, the importance of acceptance, and the beauty of ordinary moments. Central themes include the celebration of individuality and difference, the comfort of found family and friendship, the courage to face the unknown, the acceptance of change and loss, and the value of living authentically rather than conforming to society’s expectations. The books gently explore loneliness, jealousy, creativity, and the search for meaning, always with compassion and without judgment. Nature plays a vital role as both backdrop and teacher, reflecting the cyclical, sometimes unpredictable rhythm of life.
In conclusion, the Moomintrolls series by Tove Jansson is a timeless treasure of children’s (and adults’) literature that offers comfort, wonder, and quiet wisdom. Through the gentle adventures and everyday reflections of the Moomin family and their friends, Jansson created a world where kindness, acceptance, and authenticity matter most. The books beautifully balance whimsy with profound insight, making them as meaningful for grown-ups as they are delightful for young readers. Whether exploring distant shores or simply enjoying life in the valley, the Moomins remind us of the importance of friendship, the beauty of nature’s cycles, and the courage to be ourselves in an often confusing world. For anyone seeking stories that feel like a warm hug wrapped in gentle philosophy, the Moomin universe remains an endlessly comforting and inspiring destination—one that continues to touch hearts across generations.