Felicita Sala

Felicita Sala

  • 5 stars across 16 books
Felicita is a self-taught illustrator and painter. She graduated in Philosophy from the University of Western Australia. She has illustrated many picture books, as well as a huge amount of illustrated food for magazines and newspapers, and has also worked on papercut stop motion animations. As a child she was a super picky eater, but now loves to eat and cook as many different foods from all around the world. Some of her favourite foods include thai green curry, bitter broccoli from Naples and Nutella. She loves to travel and can speak four languages, but wishes she could speak Japanese. Felicita lives in Rome with her husband and their daughter Nina, whose favourite food is Green Rice.
7th June 2018

Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor: The Woman Who Loved Reptiles

Back in the days of long skirts and afternoon teas, young Joan Procter entertained the most unusual party guests: slithe... MoreJoan Procter, Dragon Doctor: The Woman Who Loved Reptiles

(6 reviews) Review
1st August 2015

Peep Inside the Castle

Young children can explore a bustling medieval castle in this charming, lift-the-flap non-fiction book. Flaps and peep-t... MorePeep Inside the Castle

(2 reviews) Review
1st September 2015

My Father Is a Polar Bear

"Look at the polar bears," said Terry. "You see that one on the left, the fatter one? That's our dad - our real dad. But... MoreMy Father Is a Polar Bear

(2 reviews) Review
11th September 2018

Big Foot and Little Foot (Book #1)

Hugo is a young Sasquatch who longs for adventure. Boone is young boy who longs to see a Sasquatch. When their worlds co... MoreBig Foot and Little Foot (Book #1)

(1 review) Review
8th April 2021

Arno and His Horse

A BIG ISSUE BOOK OF THE YEAR This beautifully written rhyming text, matched with exquisite illustrations, explores love,... MoreArno and His Horse

(1 review) Review
1st April 2021

Be a Tree!

A lyrical, gorgeously illustrated look at the majesty of trees—and what humans can learn from them Stand tall. Stretch... MoreBe a Tree!

(1 review) Review
11th November 2021

A Year in Fleurville: recipes from balconies, rooftops, and gardens

From Felicita Sala comes this exquisite sequel to the bestselling Lunch at 10 Pomegranate Street. In each garden, someon... MoreA Year in Fleurville: recipes from balconies, rooftops, and gardens

(1 review) Review
31st March 2022

All from a Walnut

A moving, multigenerational story about love, family roots, and the cycle of lifeWhen Emilia finds a walnut one morning,... MoreAll from a Walnut

(1 review) Review
15th November 2002

The Hideout

In a moment of madness, Jeremy Holland's parents were killed by a gunman in a Seattle mall. Now he faces a new life with... MoreThe Hideout

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19th March 2019

The Monster Detector (Big Foot and Little Foot #2)

Hugo is a young Sasquatch. Boone is a young boy. After an unlikely encounter, they’ve become an even unlikelier pair of ... MoreThe Monster Detector (Big Foot and Little Foot #2)

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