A children's picture book

“Oh, That Night!”

A wish, a star, a moon — and a fanciful flight across the universe with Ed Crumb, your cosmic guide.

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A cosmic journey for curious young minds

Join a child as she begins to wonder about the moon — and takes off on a cosmic flight to discover planets, comets, asteroid belts, and more.

With handmade illustrations and text available in both English and German, Oh, That Night! invites children into a universe of wonder.

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Handmade illustrations

Every page is handmade and uniquely crafted — ranging from Berlin to the planets.

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Cosmic adventure

From the moon to asteroid belts, the journey sparks real curiosity about space.

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English & German

Available in either language — it's a perfect gift for families to read together

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Hardcover edition

A premium keepsake book built to last — heavy paper, premium black endpages.

Leitha Matz, author

Leitha Matz

Writer & Illustrator

Leitha Matz began writing for publications in childhood, starting as a junior reporter for the Aberdeen American News. She later covered food history and culture for magazines and websites, ran an early food blog called Miss Ginsu, and wrote science fiction for The Januaryist.

She co-authored the personal finance book Finanzen Sind Weiblich for German publisher Gabal Verlag. Oh, That Night! is her first book written and illustrated for children.

Music inspired by the book

The Soundtrack

The music of Oh, That Night is by Friends of Fido — listen to hear the music of the book.

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Available as a hardcover edition. Order online in the US, or reach out directly for European orders.

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