Kathrin Schärer

The Neverending Line

The line in front of the ice-cream stand keeps growing. Who takes so long to decide on a flavor while everyone else is waiting? What are the beavers arguing about as soon as they have to line up? And for whom is the queue outside the bathroom simply too long?
In the chocolate shop, a real snake joins the line. Patience is not its strong suit — but it does have a healthy appetite. It opens its jaws wide and promptly swallows the entire queue. Luckily, a brave mongoose knows exactly what to do next!

Atlantis

Picture Book

Original title: Lange Schlange stehen
Age 4+
36 pp | € 19
hc | 300 x 200 mm
Publication: March 2026


Author & Illustrator: Kathrin Schärer

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Awards

“Once again, the artist succeeds in turning everyday situations into little adventures through her characteristic blend of simplicity and lovingly crafted details […] […] a picture book to enjoy time and time again, and a wonderful way to pass the time when you’re stuck waiting for a while.” – Eselsohr, May 2026

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