★ Created by the winner of Spain’s National Prize for Children’s and Young Adult Literature, together with a renowned illustrator, this book blends fun with a touch of cultural richness.
★ Packed with fascinating trivia about classic and modern toys, including Barbie, LEGO, and the Rubik’s Cube.
★ Full of surprising facts and creative anecdotes, it’s a lighthearted yet educational read.

An illustrated journey through the history of toys
From Barbie to LEGO, from Rubik's Cube to Sonny Angels. A fascinating journey through the toys that marked generations.
Luz's toy store invites us to browse shelves full of memory, stories, laughter… and also a box with Barbies that arrived with their legs inside out. This informative book brings together anecdotes, curious facts and the origin of many of the most important classic and contemporary toys.

Leticia Costas
A renowned children’s author from Galicia, Spain, Leticia Costas won the Spanish National Prize for Children’s and Young Adult Literature in 2015. Her works have been translated into multiple languages. Known for her warm, humorous storytelling with a human touch, she brings a heartfelt and clever spirit to The Toy Store through whimsical narratives and delicate emotions.

Reina Ortega
A celebrated Spanish illustrator specializing in children’s books and scientific illustration, Reina Ortega creates bright, detailed, and tenderly imaginative artwork. Her gentle visual language conveys both knowledge and childlike wonder. For The Toy Store, she has crafted nostalgic and evocative illustrations, filling every page with the warm details of childhood.