Books by Marcus Pfister

Portrait of Marcus Pfister

Marcus Pfister is a celebrated Swiss author and illustrator best known for creating picture books that combine gentle storytelling with distinctive, shimmering artwork. His most famous creation, The Rainbow Fish, has become a modern classic, admired for its striking foil‑printed illustrations and its simple yet enduring message about sharing and friendship.

Across his wider body of work, Pfister continues to explore themes of kindness, cooperation and self‑discovery, often drawing inspiration from nature and the sea. His books are cherished by parents, teachers and young readers alike for their visual beauty and thoughtful simplicity, making them timeless additions to any child's library.

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  • The Rainbow Fish

    North-South Books (Nord-Sud Verlag AG) The Rainbow Fish

    15 in stock

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    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Rainbow Fish

    North-South Books (Nord-Sud Verlag AG) Rainbow Fish

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    £11.69

  • Rainbow Fish Discovers the Deep Sea

    North-South Books Rainbow Fish Discovers the Deep Sea

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe paperback edition of the sixth book in the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series.When Rainbow Fish loses his last sparkling silver scale into the ocean’s depths, he swims down to retrieve it, despite the warnings of his friends. On his journey into the deep sea he discovers that fear can hold you back from discovering life’s great wonders, and from making new friends too.

    10 in stock

    £8.76

  • Rainbow Fish and the Big Blue Whale

    North-South Books Rainbow Fish and the Big Blue Whale

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    Book SynopsisThe third book in the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series. It’s a whale of a tale in which a terrible misunderstanding escalates, putting Rainbow Fish and his friends in great danger. When a big blue whale comes to live near their reef, there is a misunderstanding between him and Rainbow Fish and his friends that leaves everyone very unhappy and hungry. Rainbow Fish must try to make peace with the big blue whale to save them all from disaster. The artwork overall is quite winning.–Booklist

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    £12.99

  • Rainbow Fish Counting Rainbow Fish NorthSouth

    North-South Books Rainbow Fish Counting Rainbow Fish NorthSouth

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £8.77

  • The Rainbow FishBilibri  EngItalian PB

    North-South Books The Rainbow FishBilibri EngItalian PB

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisNothing is nicer than sharing and giving in this bilingual Italian edition of the beloved classic by Marcus Pfister!NorthSouth Books is proud to partner with bi:libri in a new line of multilingual children’s books.  Launching with bilingual editions of The Rainbow Fish in ten languages, and continuing with more unique titles that address universal themes, such as friendship, tolerance, and finding courage—bringing great stories and second-language learning fun to children around the world. For over twenty-five years the little fish with the sparkling scales, who learned to conquer his vanity, has enchanted children and grown-ups all over the world. A great way to introduce a second language to very young children, be they English- or Italian-speaking. “Will fascinate preschoolers.”—Booklist “A delightful tale.”—Parade   A CHRISTOPHER

    10 in stock

    £9.24

  • The Rainbow Fish Bath Book

    North-South Books The Rainbow Fish Bath Book

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    £8.54

  • Rainbow Fish to the Rescue!

    North-South Books (Nord-Sud Verlag AG) Rainbow Fish to the Rescue!

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £7.59

  • Paradise Bird

    mineditionUS Paradise Bird

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    Book SynopsisFrom the author of The Rainbow Fish , a young bird finds the cure for boredom The ravens are as bored as can be, but luckily something interesting tumbles at them in the form of a bright and noisy paradise bird. And this colorful bird is about to change their outlook on life in ways they never expected. Before long, the flock of sullen ravens will be on its feet dancing, as will anyone who reads this funny, spirited book that will delight any child who claims to be bored.

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    £14.39

  • Milo and the Magical Stones

    North-South Books Milo and the Magical Stones

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  • derregenbogenfischbilderbucher

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    £16.88

  • Loguez El Pequeno Cuervo y La Luna

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    1 in stock

    £12.76

  • The Rainbow Fish and His Friends

    North-South Books The Rainbow Fish and His Friends

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £17.99

  • The Rainbow Fish Puzzle Box

    North-South Books The Rainbow Fish Puzzle Box

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    Book SynopsisA fun Rainbow Fish puzzle for the whole family.The world’s favorite glittery fish is now available in this attractive 36 piece puzzle with real glittery scales! The extra-large pieces make it perfect for children aged 3 and up. The puzzle features five beloved characters– Rainbow Fish, Red Fin, the wise octopus, the big blue whale, and the firefly squid from four Rainbow Fish books (The Rainbow Fish; Rainbow Fish and the Big Blue Whale; You Can’t Win Them All, Rainbow Fish; and Rainbow Fish Discovers the Deep Sea).

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    £14.24

  • The Rainbow FishBilibri  EngFrench PB

    North-South Books The Rainbow FishBilibri EngFrench PB

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £9.24

  • The Rainbow FishBilibri  EngRussian PB

    North-South Books The Rainbow FishBilibri EngRussian PB

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £6.99

  • The Rainbow FishBilibri  EngVietnamese PB

    North-South Books The Rainbow FishBilibri EngVietnamese PB

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £7.99

  • Rainbow Fish and the Seamonsters Cave

    North-South Books Rainbow Fish and the Seamonsters Cave

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    £16.11

  • Rainbow Fish Finds His Way Rainbow Fish

    North-South Books Rainbow Fish Finds His Way Rainbow Fish

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    £12.99

  • El Pez Arco Iris  Rainbow Fish

    North-South Books El Pez Arco Iris Rainbow Fish

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    £6.99

  • Questions Questions

    North-South Books Questions Questions

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £13.92

  • Rainbow Fish Finds His Way

    North-South Books Rainbow Fish Finds His Way

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £9.10

  • Good Night Little Rainbow Fish Rainbow Fish

    North-South Books Good Night Little Rainbow Fish Rainbow Fish

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £12.99

  • Good Night Little Rainbow Fish

    North-South Books Good Night Little Rainbow Fish

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £9.13

  • Penguin Pete

    North-South Books Penguin Pete

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisChildren will delight in Marcus Pfister's adorable 'Penguin Pete' as he playfully passes the time until he's big enough to swim in the sea. He practices trying to walk gracefully and tries to imitate a bird in flight. He soon discovers that penguins can't fly, but they sure can swim--and Pete turns out to be a natural!

    10 in stock

    £12.55

  • Animal ABC

    North-South Books Animal ABC

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    10 in stock

    £13.28

  • Rainbow Fish Opposites Rainbow Fish NorthSouth

    North-South Books Rainbow Fish Opposites Rainbow Fish NorthSouth

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £7.81

  • Rainbow Fish Colors Rainbow Fish NorthSouth Books

    North-South Books Rainbow Fish Colors Rainbow Fish NorthSouth Books

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    10 in stock

    £8.77

  • Penguin Pete and Pat

    North-South Books Penguin Pete and Pat

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisAfter traveling the seas, it’s love at first sight and a happy marriage for Penguin Pete when he meets Pat—the pretty penguin with the blue beak. And when their baby, Tim, is born they rejoice that he’s the perfect combination of them both—complete with a green little beak!

    1 in stock

    £9.49

  • Questions Questions

    North-South Books Questions Questions

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £8.45

  • Happiness is

    North-South Books Happiness is

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisFrom a winter snowflake melting on your tongue to jumping in a pile of autumn leaves, this book celebrates happy moments shared by two friends across the seasons. Marcus Pfister’s print-style illustrations capture the feelings of joy through a rainbow of colors and textures.

    10 in stock

    £11.99

  • Good Night Little Rainbow Fish 1

    North-South Books Good Night Little Rainbow Fish 1

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £9.86

  • You Cant Win Them All Rainbow Fish

    North-South Books You Cant Win Them All Rainbow Fish

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    £15.05

  • Rainbow Fish Classroom Companion

    North-South Books Rainbow Fish Classroom Companion

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £10.44

  • The Christmas Star

    North-South Books The Christmas Star

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £12.34

  • You Cant Win Them All Rainbow Fish Rainbow Fish

    North-South Books You Cant Win Them All Rainbow Fish Rainbow Fish

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £9.15

  • The Rainbow FishBilibri  EngGerman PB

    North-South Books The Rainbow FishBilibri EngGerman PB

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £6.99

  • The Rainbow FishEl Pez Arcoiris

    North-South Books The Rainbow FishEl Pez Arcoiris

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisNothing is nicer than sharing and giving in this bilingual Spanish edition of the beloved classic by Marcus Pfister!NorthSouth Books is proud to partner with bi:libri in a new line of multilingual children’s books.  Launching with bilingual editions of The Rainbow Fish in ten languages, and continuing with more unique titles that address universal themes, such as friendship, tolerance, and finding courage—bringing great stories and second-language learning fun to children around the world.  For over twenty-five years the little fish with the sparkling scales, who learned to conquer his vanity, has enchanted children and grown-ups all over the world. A great way to introduce a second language to very young children, be they English- or Spanish-speaking. “Will fascinate preschoolers.”—Booklist “A delightful tale.”—Parade   A CHRIST

    4 in stock

    £9.36

  • Rainbow Fish Bilingual Edition EnglishArabic Bi

    North-South Books Rainbow Fish Bilingual Edition EnglishArabic Bi

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £9.16

  • The Rainbow FishBilibri  EngChinese PB

    North-South Books The Rainbow FishBilibri EngChinese PB

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisNothing is nicer than sharing and giving in this bilingual Chinese edition of the beloved classic by Marcus Pfister!NorthSouth Books is proud to partner with bi:libri in a new line of multilingual children’s books.  Launching with bilingual editions of The Rainbow Fish in ten languages, and continuing with more unique titles that address universal themes, such as friendship, tolerance, and finding courage—bringing great stories and second-language learning fun to children around the world. For over twenty-five years the little fish with the sparkling scales, who learned to conquer his vanity, has enchanted children and grown-ups all over the world. A great way to introduce a second language to very young children, be they English- or Chinese-speaking. “Will fascinate preschoolers.”—Booklist “A delightful tale.”—Parade   A CHRISTOPHER AWARD WINNER WINNER OF THE BOLOGNA BOOK FAIR CRITICI IN ERBA PRIZE  AMERICAN BOOKSELLER ABBY AWARD WINNER AN IRA-CBC CHILDREN’S CHOICE  Meet Marcus Pfister at www.marcuspfister.ch

    1 in stock

    £7.59

  • Rainbow Fish Bilingual Edition EnglishKorean Bi

    North-South Books Rainbow Fish Bilingual Edition EnglishKorean Bi

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £8.68

  • Who Stole the Hazelnuts

    North-South Books Who Stole the Hazelnuts

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £12.34

  • Leos Monster

    North-South Books Leos Monster

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisWhen Leo, the city mouse, visits his friend Zoe in the countryside for the first time, he meets a huge and horrible monster. It’s gigantic, has lots of horns, an enormous tail, and when it roars, the earth shakes. At least that’s what Leo saw. Or did he? Zoe thinks his description sounds just like Berta, the sweet-tempered cow in the meadow . . .  Bestselling author Marcus Pfister skillfully weaves a hilarious story of mystery, suspense and just a hint of scariness.

    10 in stock

    £11.99

  • Merry Christmas Rainbow Fish

    North-South Books Merry Christmas Rainbow Fish

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisA Christmas board book for the youngest readers, from the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series. Rainbow Fish and his friends are all about giving the gift of friendship this Christmas! Christmas is for sharing! Rainbow Fish and his friends brighten the undersea world on Christmas Day—bringing joy to friends and acquaintances. Join Rainbow Fish and his friends in this Christmas adventure that’s sure to bring some sparkle to the season.

    1 in stock

    £6.99

  • FranzFerdinand The Dancing Walrus

    North-South Books FranzFerdinand The Dancing Walrus

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisWhere there’s a walrus, there’s a way!   Bull walrus Franz-Ferdinand doesn’t like to move. But when he sees a flock of ice gliding flamingos dance, he discovers his love of ballet. When he decides he wants to join the graceful dance troupe, no one believes it’s possible. Will Franz-Ferdinand prove them wrong? The Rainbow Fish creator Marcus Pfister’s humorous new story strengthens our belief in our own dreams. A tale as sparkly as its art. Booklist

    10 in stock

    £12.34

  • Rainbow Fish and the Storyteller

    North-South Books Rainbow Fish and the Storyteller

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe ninth book in the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series. The vibrant, beautiful watercolor paintings enhance this important lesson for young children about making friends and not telling lies. -OmniLibrosWhen Rainbow Fish meets a new friend, Humbert, he isn’t sure what to think. Humbert tells all kinds of strange stories: Somewhere at the bottom of the ocean there’s a plug! There’s a blue whale living near here . . . and he’s going to eat up all of our food. But before Rainbow Fish and his friends panic, they realize that Humbert just likes to make up tall tales. Rainbow Fish and his friends soon come up with an idea that might make them all happy—even Humbert. The familiar characters taking o

    1 in stock

    £13.49

  • Rainbow Fish and the Storyteller

    North-South Books Rainbow Fish and the Storyteller

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe ninth book in the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series, now available in paperback.When Rainbow Fish meets a new friend, Humbert, he isn’t sure what to think. Humbert tells all kinds of strange stories: Somewhere at the bottom of the ocean there’s a plug! There’s a blue whale living near here . . . and he’s going to eat up all of our food.But before Rainbow Fish and his friends panic, they realize that Humbert just likes to make up tall tales. Rainbow Fish and his friends soon come up with a clever idea that brings harmony to the group. The familiar characters taking on an unusual topic make this a book to consider anywhere this series is popular. -School Library Journal

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • The Rainbow Fish Folding Storage Box

    North-South Books The Rainbow Fish Folding Storage Box

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    Book SynopsisCelebrate The Rainbow Fish with this sturdy book tote box.Perfect for classrooms, bookstores or the nursery! This beautiful Rainbow Fish Book Tote Box is made of high-grade, tear-proof, dirt-resistant polyester. It is collapsible and unfolds in three easy steps and secures with an elastic band. Wipes clean with a damp sponge.

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    £16.66

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