world-famous German fairy tale collected by the Brothers Grimm — now retold with breathtaking illustrations by the art-director and illustrator of The BOOK!
Even if we know them by heart, we love to hear them time and time again: fairy tales. Especially the world-famous tales collected by the Brothers Grimm over 200 years ago. Now, in 2025, the Town Musicians set out for the city of Bremen once again—with a brand-new text by picture book writer Max Kaplan and masterful illustrations by Hungry Minds art director Lev Kaplan.
Max Kaplan’s new text retells your beloved fairy tale as you remember it—and yet, it’s a completely new read. It captures the familiar atmosphere of a traditional fairy tale in an enchantingly modern tone and with plenty of punchy dialog. This long-awaited reunion of the Bremen Town Musicians will thrill their loyal fans and win over new ones for the world’s most beloved animal music group.
Each illustration by Lev Kaplan is hand-drawn and beautifully captures the artist’s magical realist style. Hidden details are everywhere—musical instruments peek out from houses, trees, pots, and windows. They grow from the ground, hide in the background, or sound their horns in plain sight. A book to read, but also to discover, to marvel, to experience.
Read it to your child, your grandchild, to yourself, your neighbor, your cat, your donkey, your rooster—the Town Musicians are back in town, and everyone’s invited to join them on their adventure!
This unique drop, crafted by our Art Director, will be available for one month only. A single release, made to be part of your collection—delivered into your hands three months later.
They grow from the ground, hide in the background, or sound their horns in plain sight. A book to read, but also to discover, to marvel, to experience.