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    Arlo Needs Your Help

    Preorder now; releases May 5, 2026!

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    Piper's Fort Frenzy

    “Fun and frenetic; a lively look at imaginative play in a real-world setting.”

    -Kirkus Reviews

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    Piper's Pet Pursuit

    “A funny, creepy-crawly story about determination and inclusivity.”

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  • Cover of The Lights That Stay

    The Lights That Stay

    “A gorgeously rendered affirmation fueled by powerful metaphors to bolster self-love.”

    -Kirkus Reviews

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  • Cover of Sincerely, Antonia: A Big Note from a Tiny Guest

    Sincerely, Antonia: A Big Note from a Tiny Guest

    “A gleeful embracing of childhood mess and disorder.”

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  • Cover of Finally Home

    Finally Home

    “A poignant family reunion story but also a telling glimpse into the lives of military families.”

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