My monthly round up of the coloring books to be released that I am looking forward to
This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all coloring books being released. Bear in mind, that there are hundreds and hundreds of books being released every month. I cannot possibly keep up with all of them!
This list of new releases is only books that have taken my fancy, and that I think that you may like as well. Due to the high cost of postage for most readers, this list will usually not include International releases.
Many of these books I will be reviewing as part of my coloring book reviews.
Please also bear in mind that different countries often have different publication dates. Something may be released in the US earlier than in the UK or vice versa.
If you know of a new release that you think I may be interested in, leave a comment in the area below
let’s go …
Worlds Within Worlds: Colour New Realm
Kerby Rosanes’ latest coloring book was released in the UK and Australia in February and is now due for release in the US.  I have reviewed both the US and the UK editions of Kerby’s latest coloring books.  You can see the full comparison between the editions here and individual flip through of each coloring book.
Pages 96
Date Published: 17 March 2020
You can buy Worlds within Worlds here
Botanicum Coloring Book: Special Edition
I’m so excited about the English imprint of Botanicum by Maria Trolle.  This coloring book was originally released (with the same name) in Sweden in 2018.  You can see my review of the Swedish edition of Botanicum here.
Maria’s fans had wished that an English edition of the coloring book would be released and that wish has been granted. Gibbs Smith who have previously published Maria’s books in the US is publishing the English imprint. Gibbs Smith maintains a high quality for the coloring books they publish. Their books are printed using the same or similar paper as the original coloring book and hardcover design.    In this very special edition of the coloring book, new exclusive illustrations have been added.
The publisher’s blurb promises “a floral adventure in this garden of botanicals and beyond: Venture into a meadow filled with spring flowers, a cool summer lake, an autumn harvest, and winters first snow. Meet the birds, people, and animals who live together in this fairytale land in harmony with nature. Calm your mind as you color the seasons’ most beautiful plants. In this book, you will also find a register of plants, birds, and butterflies found in the book. Features two new illustrations for each season, for eight new pages of illustrations.”
Pages: 104
Date Published: 17 March 2020
You can buy Botanicum Coloring Book here
Creative Haven Country Gardens Coloring BookÂ
Creative Haven continues to produce a wonderful range of great value coloring books.  All of their books feature 31 illustrations, 2 colored inspirational images, single pages that are perforated for easy removal.  The publishers promise in this coloring book that ” gorgeous garden scenes that capture the joys of simple country living. This captivating book features lush gardens, scenic landscapes, romantic table settings on terraces highlighted with beautiful blooms, and much more. A must-have for those who believe in the motto “Keep Calm and Garden”.
Pages: 64
Date Published: 18 March 2020
You can buy Country Gardens Coloring Book here
Mythographic Color and Discover: Enchanted Castles
The wonderful Fabiana Attanasio is the illustrator for the new Mythographic coloring book.   Many readers will be familiar with Fabiana’s interpretation of classic fairy tales seen in her range of coloring books.  You can check out reviews of Fabiana’s coloring books here.
The Mythographic series of coloring books feature detailed drawings with a different theme (and often illustrator) for each coloring book.
In this coloring book of enchanted castles, the publisher promises a “world of awe-inspiring fortresses and timeless wonders …. elaborate illustrations that morph, bend, and come alive with every crafted detail”.
Pages: 96
Date Published: 24 March 2020
You can buy Mythographic Color and Discover:Â Enchanted Castles Coloring Book here
Creative Haven Festive Mexican Talavera Designs Coloring BookÂ
Prolific illustrator Marjorie Sarnat has a new coloring book published through Creative Haven.  This coloring book has been inspired by Talavera pottery.  The publisher’s promise “animal motifs rendered in the intricate style of Old World designs. Frogs, geckos, turtles, roosters, parrots, butterflies, and other animals appear against backdrops of flowers, fruits, sunbursts, and other classic Mexican ornaments”
Pages: 64
Date Published: 18 March 2020
You can buy Creative Haven:Â Festive Mexican Talavera Designs Coloring Book here
Grimm Fairy Tales Adult Coloring Book: Legacy
Zenescope has produced a number of coloring books featuring the Grimm Fairy Tales characters.  In this volume the publisher’s promise “This collection introduces Zenescope’s take on Belle, Jasmine, Gretel and the Black Knight to the coloring world. As well as brings back fan-favorites, Van Helsing, Robyn Hood, Red Riding Hood, and Keres in newly designed coloring pages!”
Pages: 96
Date Published: 31 March 2020
You can buy Grimm Fairy Tales Adult Coloring Book: Legacy here
Archie’s Riverdale Road Trip: Coloring & Activity Book
I grew up with Archie comics and if I ever was sick you would find me in bed reading one! I have a soft, sentimental spot for this comic book.   There have been a couple of coloring books based on the Archie series of comic books. I have one that I reviewed here.
If you are a fan of the Archie comics and would like to color it this one promises “60 pages of coloring fun and activities for friends of Riverdale to enjoy! Plus a sheet of stickers! Archie Andrews, Jughead Jones, Betty Cooper, and all the rest of the gang take a tour of Riverdale! Help Archie get to his class on time! Help Reggie bike to the big game! And keep Jughead well-fed in this coloring and activity book filled with over 60 pages of bold, black-and-white line art.”
This book is marketed at young children but older “children” may also enjoy it 🙂
Pages. 64
Date Published: 17 March 2020
You can buy Archie’s Riverdale Road Trip: Coloring & Activity Book here
Keepsake Kitties Coloring Book
I’ve been drooling over this coloring book for months now! I first noticed it when I was creating a “new release” blog post a few months ago. All of those colorful kitties on the cover made me want to cry tears of happiness.  I immediately added it to my Wish List!
This book is published by Design Originals who always produce great value coloring books.  Keepsake Kitties contains 32 kitty inspired coloring pages on single-sided, perforated pages.  It also includes “11 colored pages …with vibrant palettes …and tips and ideas from the author for incorporating mistakes, adding texture, and more”.  You will also find a “Step-by-step follow-along tutorial to help you practice coloring techniques and get inspired”
Pages: 80
Date Published: 10 March 2020
You can buy Keepsake Kitties Coloring Book here
Something different ….
Johanna Basford Land, Sea, and Sky: Three Colorable Notebooks
The Queen of Coloring Books, Johanna Basford is releasing a pack of notebooks, each with a different theme.
The publisher’s promise “48-page blank notebooks are drawn from Johanna Basford’s signature charming and whimsical inkwork. With their dotted pages, these notebooks can be used for everything from list-making to note-taking to freewriting, and the inside covers and pages are sprinkled with Johanna’s colorable ink art for pleasure and distraction. Land features flora and fauna, Sea is splashed with ocean creatures and plants, and Sky offers birds, bees, and butterflies to color. ”
Pages: 14
Date Published: 10 March 2020
You can buy Land, Sea and Sky notebooks here
Happy coloring x
Lea
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