A Trophy for the Jackal

Translated by Elisabeth Lauffer
Published by NorthSouth Books
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
LIST PRICE $19.95

About The Book

This humorous tale of competition from creator Jule Wellerdiek will have winners and runners-up alike laughing out loud at Jackal’s many antics.

All Jackal has ever wanted is to win a fancy trophy. But when Goose wins the best hairdo competition, he decides that it’s time he take matters into his own paws. Jackal very quickly discovers that awards aren’t that special when everyone gets one . . .

A laugh-out-loud story about competition and sportsmanship that will speak to every reader’s innermost desire to win.

About The Author

Jule Wellerdiek was born in Bielefeld, Germany. After studying design at Münster University of Applied Sciences, she now works as a freelance illustrator. Most days she can be found doing what she loves most: dreaming up stories and turning them into pictures—preferably with lots of weird characters and details. Jule lives in Bochum, Germany. 

Product Details

  • Publisher: NorthSouth Books (September 8, 2026)
  • Length: 32 pages
  • ISBN13: 9780735846296
  • Grades: K - 2
  • Ages: 4 - 8

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"The writing is sharp and humorous, translated from German with a rhythmic cadence that emphasizes the mounting absurdity of the awards. Wellerdiek’s mixed-media illustrations featuring vibrant colors and popping textures are essential to the book’s charm."

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