Popular 'Frog Series' Picture Book 'I'm Quitting as a Frog' Launches SNS Giveaway Campaign!
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- Popular 'Frog Series' Picture Book 'I'm Quitting as a Frog' Launches SNS Giveaway Campaign!
- Micromagazine Publishing's Kodomo no Hon Editorial Department is running an SNS giveaway campaign, offering two lucky winners a copy of the popular children's book 'I'm Quitting as a Frog' through a follow-and-retweet entry method.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 17, 2026
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Micromagazine Publishing's Kodomo no Hon Editorial Department is running an SNS giveaway campaign, offering two lucky winners a copy of the popular children's book 'I'm Quitting as a Frog' through a follow-and-retweet entry method.
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- June 17, 2026
Micromagazine Publishing's Kodomo no Hon Editorial Department is running an SNS giveaway campaign, offering two lucky winners a copy of the popular children's book 'I'm Quitting as a Frog' through a follow-and-retweet entry method.
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Micromagazine Publishing Co., Ltd. (Chuo City, Tokyo) is launching a giveaway campaign on the official SNS accounts of the Kodomo no Hon Editorial Department.
Two lucky followers who follow and retweet (like on Instagram) will win a copy of the picture book 'I'm Quitting as a Frog'!
For details, please see below and visit the official Kodomo no Hon Editorial Department SNS accounts.
[Prize Details]
One copy of 'I'm Quitting as a Frog' (published by Micromagazine Publishing) will be awarded to two winners selected by lottery.
[How to Enter]
① Follow the official Kodomo no Hon Editorial Department SNS accounts
・Official X (formerly Twitter) account: https://x.com/micromagazine03
・Official Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/kodomono_hon/
② Retweet the campaign post (like on Instagram)
Retweeting doubles your chances of winning!
(Screenshots are acceptable. On Instagram, please tag @kodomono_hon in the image.)
③ Entry complete!
[Entry Period]
Until July 10, 2026
[Important Notes]
※ Winners will be contacted via DM only in July 2026.
※ Users with private accounts are not eligible for the lottery.
※ Shipping is available only within Japan.
※ Minors must obtain parental consent before entering.
※ We cannot respond to inquiries regarding the lottery or results.
※ Please reply within 5 days to the direct message sent to you.
※ Failure to confirm registration by the deadline will invalidate the prize entitlement.
[Caution Against Impersonation Accounts]
※ We never send DMs from any account other than the official Kodomo no Hon Editorial Department account.
※ The information requested from winners is limited to what is necessary for prize delivery. We will never ask for credit card numbers or PINs.
※ If you receive suspicious DMs from suspected impersonation accounts, please delete them immediately and block the account to prevent harm.
Book Information
'I'm Quitting as a Frog'
https://kodomono-hon.com/detail/?titleid=76760
Text: Dev Petty
Illustrations: Mike Boldt
Translation: Kentaro Kobayashi
ISBN: 9784896376760
B4 variant
Price: ¥1,760 (¥1,600 + 10% tax)
Release Date: November 25, 2017
'I'm Quitting as a Frog' is the first installment in the popular 'Frog Series' beloved for read-aloud sessions!
A heartwarming and humorous picture book where a cheeky yet adorable frog and his father engage in cheerful conversations.
"Because, it's kind of slimy, you know."
The frog hates being a frog.
It's wet, slimy, and eats only bugs...
He'd rather become a cuter, fluffy animal.
A humorous story that celebrates the frog just as he is.
Perfect as a gift!
[Awards and Recognitions]
2nd Place, Miraiya Picture Book Award
MOE Bookseller Picture Book Award: Overall 12th, Newcomer 5th
This Book is Great!! Children's Picture Book Award in Kyushu
Recommended by Bookstores in Yomiuri Kodomo Newspaper
Selected by Picture Book Future Creation Institute as 'A Picture Book That Helps You Like Yourself'
[Watch the Book Introduction Video]
Over 100,000 copies sold! The popular Frog Series
The Frog Series picture books feature uplifting stories of self-acceptance, driven by the frogs' cheerful dialogues.
Four titles are currently available:
'I'm Quitting as a Frog', 'I Don't Want to Grow Up', 'I Don't Want to Do Anything', and 'I Won't Sleep Because I Don't Want To'.
All titles captivate with their lively and humorous frog conversations.
The stories unfold through speech bubbles, making it a popular series for parents and children to role-play characters during read-aloud sessions.
With clear, rhythmic dialogue, even 3-year-olds can enjoy reading independently.
https://kodomono-hon.com/special/kaeru/
Author Information
[Author Profiles]
Text: Dev Petty
Writer
After studying political science at university, he worked on film productions such as The Matrix series and became a visual effects artist. After the birth of his child, he left the film industry but continues creating art and working as an educator. Born and raised in Berkeley, California, he now lives happily in Albany with his husband, daughter, dog, and other creatures.
Illustrations: Mike Boldt
Picture book author and illustrator.
Lives in a rural town in Alberta, Canada.
With over 15 years in illustration, when not drawing, he builds snow forts with his three children, constructs spaceships with LEGO, shares ice cream with his wife, and lives with laughter.
Recently, he genuinely thinks, "It's good I'm not a frog."
Translation: Kentaro Kobayashi
Playwright and performer.
Enjoys entertaining people through comedy, theater, and writing.
Creates stories in his city studio and paints in his forest studio.
Published the picture book 'Uruu no Mori' (Kodansha) in 2016.
Directed, wrote the script, and created character designs for the anime 'Colorful Ninja Iromaki'.
Loves owls, coffee, and magic tricks. Feels neither fond of nor dislikes frogs.
The Kodomo no Hon Editorial Department has published a wide variety of books, including 'Okaa-san wa ne' (over 1.5 million copies sold worldwide) and award-nominated titles such as 'Obentobako-san, Hello!' and 'Tasuhiku Neko'.
Official Website: https://kodomono-hon.com/
The editorial department's SNS accounts regularly share new book releases, play idea videos, giveaway campaigns, and more for children and families!
X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/micromagazine03
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kodomono_hon/
YouTube: https://t.co/y2dgYIvkOE
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kodomono_hon
Two lucky followers who follow and retweet (like on Instagram) will win a copy of the picture book 'I'm Quitting as a Frog'!
For details, please see below and visit the official Kodomo no Hon Editorial Department SNS accounts.
[Prize Details]
One copy of 'I'm Quitting as a Frog' (published by Micromagazine Publishing) will be awarded to two winners selected by lottery.
[How to Enter]
① Follow the official Kodomo no Hon Editorial Department SNS accounts
・Official X (formerly Twitter) account: https://x.com/micromagazine03
・Official Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/kodomono_hon/
② Retweet the campaign post (like on Instagram)
Retweeting doubles your chances of winning!
(Screenshots are acceptable. On Instagram, please tag @kodomono_hon in the image.)
③ Entry complete!
[Entry Period]
Until July 10, 2026
[Important Notes]
※ Winners will be contacted via DM only in July 2026.
※ Users with private accounts are not eligible for the lottery.
※ Shipping is available only within Japan.
※ Minors must obtain parental consent before entering.
※ We cannot respond to inquiries regarding the lottery or results.
※ Please reply within 5 days to the direct message sent to you.
※ Failure to confirm registration by the deadline will invalidate the prize entitlement.
[Caution Against Impersonation Accounts]
※ We never send DMs from any account other than the official Kodomo no Hon Editorial Department account.
※ The information requested from winners is limited to what is necessary for prize delivery. We will never ask for credit card numbers or PINs.
※ If you receive suspicious DMs from suspected impersonation accounts, please delete them immediately and block the account to prevent harm.
Book Information
'I'm Quitting as a Frog'
https://kodomono-hon.com/detail/?titleid=76760
Text: Dev Petty
Illustrations: Mike Boldt
Translation: Kentaro Kobayashi
ISBN: 9784896376760
B4 variant
Price: ¥1,760 (¥1,600 + 10% tax)
Release Date: November 25, 2017
'I'm Quitting as a Frog' is the first installment in the popular 'Frog Series' beloved for read-aloud sessions!
A heartwarming and humorous picture book where a cheeky yet adorable frog and his father engage in cheerful conversations.
"Because, it's kind of slimy, you know."
The frog hates being a frog.
It's wet, slimy, and eats only bugs...
He'd rather become a cuter, fluffy animal.
A humorous story that celebrates the frog just as he is.
Perfect as a gift!
[Awards and Recognitions]
2nd Place, Miraiya Picture Book Award
MOE Bookseller Picture Book Award: Overall 12th, Newcomer 5th
This Book is Great!! Children's Picture Book Award in Kyushu
Recommended by Bookstores in Yomiuri Kodomo Newspaper
Selected by Picture Book Future Creation Institute as 'A Picture Book That Helps You Like Yourself'
[Watch the Book Introduction Video]
Over 100,000 copies sold! The popular Frog Series
The Frog Series picture books feature uplifting stories of self-acceptance, driven by the frogs' cheerful dialogues.
Four titles are currently available:
'I'm Quitting as a Frog', 'I Don't Want to Grow Up', 'I Don't Want to Do Anything', and 'I Won't Sleep Because I Don't Want To'.
All titles captivate with their lively and humorous frog conversations.
The stories unfold through speech bubbles, making it a popular series for parents and children to role-play characters during read-aloud sessions.
With clear, rhythmic dialogue, even 3-year-olds can enjoy reading independently.
https://kodomono-hon.com/special/kaeru/
Author Information
[Author Profiles]
Text: Dev Petty
Writer
After studying political science at university, he worked on film productions such as The Matrix series and became a visual effects artist. After the birth of his child, he left the film industry but continues creating art and working as an educator. Born and raised in Berkeley, California, he now lives happily in Albany with his husband, daughter, dog, and other creatures.
Illustrations: Mike Boldt
Picture book author and illustrator.
Lives in a rural town in Alberta, Canada.
With over 15 years in illustration, when not drawing, he builds snow forts with his three children, constructs spaceships with LEGO, shares ice cream with his wife, and lives with laughter.
Recently, he genuinely thinks, "It's good I'm not a frog."
Translation: Kentaro Kobayashi
Playwright and performer.
Enjoys entertaining people through comedy, theater, and writing.
Creates stories in his city studio and paints in his forest studio.
Published the picture book 'Uruu no Mori' (Kodansha) in 2016.
Directed, wrote the script, and created character designs for the anime 'Colorful Ninja Iromaki'.
Loves owls, coffee, and magic tricks. Feels neither fond of nor dislikes frogs.
The Kodomo no Hon Editorial Department has published a wide variety of books, including 'Okaa-san wa ne' (over 1.5 million copies sold worldwide) and award-nominated titles such as 'Obentobako-san, Hello!' and 'Tasuhiku Neko'.
Official Website: https://kodomono-hon.com/
The editorial department's SNS accounts regularly share new book releases, play idea videos, giveaway campaigns, and more for children and families!
X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/micromagazine03
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kodomono_hon/
YouTube: https://t.co/y2dgYIvkOE
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kodomono_hon
FAQ
How do I enter the 'I'm Quitting as a Frog' giveaway?
Follow the official SNS accounts and retweet (like on Instagram) the campaign post.
How will winners be notified?
Winners will be contacted via DM in July 2026. Please reply within 5 days.
Where will the prize be shipped?
Shipping is available only within Japan.
What kind of book is 'I'm Quitting as a Frog'?
A humorous picture book that fosters self-acceptance through a cheeky frog's conversations with his dad.
What is the deadline for the giveaway?
The entry period ends on July 10, 2026.