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Exciting News! Origin has been named to the 2026 Notable Books for a Global Society list by the International Literacy Association.
This annual list highlights 25 books of distinction recommended for classroom use that support global perspectives and critical literacy.
This annual list highlights 25 books of distinction recommended for classroom use that support global perspectives and critical literacy.
January 26, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Exciting News! Origin has been named to the 2026 Notable Books for a Global Society list by the International Literacy Association.
This annual list highlights 25 books of distinction recommended for classroom use that support global perspectives and critical literacy.
This annual list highlights 25 books of distinction recommended for classroom use that support global perspectives and critical literacy.
Barbed Wire Between Us was featured in the Kirkus Reviews Spring 2026 Preview, with a thoughtful review from Mahnaz Dar calling it “the kind of book that turns young people into empathetic, informed adults.” A timely, necessary picture book connecting histories of incarceration and migration.
January 26, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Barbed Wire Between Us was featured in the Kirkus Reviews Spring 2026 Preview, with a thoughtful review from Mahnaz Dar calling it “the kind of book that turns young people into empathetic, informed adults.” A timely, necessary picture book connecting histories of incarceration and migration.
Downpour has been named a 2026 Outstanding International Book by USBBY! We’re proud to see this title recognized among books that promote international understanding and literary excellence. https://www.usbby.org/2026oib.html
January 26, 2026 at 3:40 PM
Downpour has been named a 2026 Outstanding International Book by USBBY! We’re proud to see this title recognized among books that promote international understanding and literary excellence. https://www.usbby.org/2026oib.html
The Most Wonderful Gift in the World is officially our first book birthday of 2026! A thoughtful picture book by Mireia Olivé Obradors & Anastasia Wessex about generosity and connection, it’s a reminder that the most meaningful gifts last far beyond the holidays.
January 6, 2026 at 4:10 PM
The Most Wonderful Gift in the World is officially our first book birthday of 2026! A thoughtful picture book by Mireia Olivé Obradors & Anastasia Wessex about generosity and connection, it’s a reminder that the most meaningful gifts last far beyond the holidays.
Thank you to Foreward Reviews for this beautiful summary of "Emmie Builds Something New" by Marjorie Crosby-Fairall. This inventive tale about creativity and problem-solving is a great addition to any bookshelf!
November 19, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Thank you to Foreward Reviews for this beautiful summary of "Emmie Builds Something New" by Marjorie Crosby-Fairall. This inventive tale about creativity and problem-solving is a great addition to any bookshelf!
Just one week until #NCTE25 in Denver! We’re excited that several Red Comet Press authors will join us for signings and more. Come see us at Booth #830!
November 14, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Just one week until #NCTE25 in Denver! We’re excited that several Red Comet Press authors will join us for signings and more. Come see us at Booth #830!
Happy Book Birthday to "Small Mighty Dung Beetle", written by Mary Auld with illustrations by Hannah Bailey. Meet a mighty green beetle as it rolls a ball of dung many times its size, part of the Start Small, Think Big Series.
November 11, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Happy Book Birthday to "Small Mighty Dung Beetle", written by Mary Auld with illustrations by Hannah Bailey. Meet a mighty green beetle as it rolls a ball of dung many times its size, part of the Start Small, Think Big Series.
Happy Book Birthday to Salmon Run! This epic journey to the ocean and back by Annie Chen is a fascinating account of the life cycle of a Pacific salmon.
Selected as a JLG Gold Standard title and perfect for young naturalists.
Selected as a JLG Gold Standard title and perfect for young naturalists.
November 4, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Happy Book Birthday to Salmon Run! This epic journey to the ocean and back by Annie Chen is a fascinating account of the life cycle of a Pacific salmon.
Selected as a JLG Gold Standard title and perfect for young naturalists.
Selected as a JLG Gold Standard title and perfect for young naturalists.
Thank you to Kirkus Reviews for this heartwarming review! "The Most Wonderful Gift in the World" is an emotional picture book tale of tenderness and unconditional love between a mother and child. Available in January 2026!
October 28, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Thank you to Kirkus Reviews for this heartwarming review! "The Most Wonderful Gift in the World" is an emotional picture book tale of tenderness and unconditional love between a mother and child. Available in January 2026!
Next Tuesday, join @pubspotlight.bsky.social for a Nonfiction Series webinar, featuring "Small Might Dung Beetle" and other wonderful nonfiction titles!
Tuesday, October 28 at 2pm CDT
Register at info@publisherspotlight.com
Tuesday, October 28 at 2pm CDT
Register at info@publisherspotlight.com
October 23, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Next Tuesday, join @pubspotlight.bsky.social for a Nonfiction Series webinar, featuring "Small Might Dung Beetle" and other wonderful nonfiction titles!
Tuesday, October 28 at 2pm CDT
Register at info@publisherspotlight.com
Tuesday, October 28 at 2pm CDT
Register at info@publisherspotlight.com
Today is a very special day, because it's the Book Birthday of "Fortune Cookies for Everyone!" This collaboration with the Smithsonian Institute by Mia Wenjen and Colleen Kong-Savage tells the surprising history regarding a delicious edible delight.
October 21, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Today is a very special day, because it's the Book Birthday of "Fortune Cookies for Everyone!" This collaboration with the Smithsonian Institute by Mia Wenjen and Colleen Kong-Savage tells the surprising history regarding a delicious edible delight.
Congratulations to "Fortune Cookies for Everyone," "Origin," and "The Traveling Taco" who have been recognized by the California Reading Association in the Eureka! Nonfiction Children's Book Awards!
October 17, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Congratulations to "Fortune Cookies for Everyone," "Origin," and "The Traveling Taco" who have been recognized by the California Reading Association in the Eureka! Nonfiction Children's Book Awards!
Thank you to @nbcwashington.com for sharing this lovely conversation with "Origin" author Nat Cardozo. We are so excited to share this gorgeous book with the world.
Indigenous communities brought to life in illustrated book 'Origin'
Author and illustrator Nat Cardozo wrote and drew detailed illustrations of different Indigenous communities for her new book "Origin."
www.nbcwashington.com
October 14, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Thank you to @nbcwashington.com for sharing this lovely conversation with "Origin" author Nat Cardozo. We are so excited to share this gorgeous book with the world.
Happy Book Birthday to The Great Big Book of Museums! From the Louvre to the Smithsonian, from Moscow to Beijing, let’s wander the world’s halls, one spread at a time.
October 14, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Happy Book Birthday to The Great Big Book of Museums! From the Louvre to the Smithsonian, from Moscow to Beijing, let’s wander the world’s halls, one spread at a time.
🎉 Happy Book Birthday, Alkrem! 🎉 This book by Marta Palazzesi is perfect for middle grade readers, especially those with an interest in fantasy. May your journey through elixirs and shadows be full of surprise, courage, and heart!
October 14, 2025 at 1:02 PM
🎉 Happy Book Birthday, Alkrem! 🎉 This book by Marta Palazzesi is perfect for middle grade readers, especially those with an interest in fantasy. May your journey through elixirs and shadows be full of surprise, courage, and heart!
We’re thrilled by this thoughtful review from the School Library Journal. "The Great Big Book of Museums" was born from a love of exploration, art, and story, designed for readers who delight in discovery.
October 13, 2025 at 8:01 PM
We’re thrilled by this thoughtful review from the School Library Journal. "The Great Big Book of Museums" was born from a love of exploration, art, and story, designed for readers who delight in discovery.
Look inside the halls of wonder: here’s a peek at the American Museum of Natural History from "The Great Big Book of Museums."
From dinosaur bones to starry skies, each museum in this book is a gateway to curiosity.
Pre-order your copy now at https://www.redcometpress.com/nonfiction/museums
From dinosaur bones to starry skies, each museum in this book is a gateway to curiosity.
Pre-order your copy now at https://www.redcometpress.com/nonfiction/museums
October 10, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Look inside the halls of wonder: here’s a peek at the American Museum of Natural History from "The Great Big Book of Museums."
From dinosaur bones to starry skies, each museum in this book is a gateway to curiosity.
Pre-order your copy now at https://www.redcometpress.com/nonfiction/museums
From dinosaur bones to starry skies, each museum in this book is a gateway to curiosity.
Pre-order your copy now at https://www.redcometpress.com/nonfiction/museums
“A page-turner propelled by captivating characters and frequent battles … An intriguing, fast-paced fantasy with appeal for fans of Percy Jackson." — Kirkus Reviews
We’re over the moon to have "Alkrem" receive such praise!
We’re over the moon to have "Alkrem" receive such praise!
October 9, 2025 at 11:45 PM
“A page-turner propelled by captivating characters and frequent battles … An intriguing, fast-paced fantasy with appeal for fans of Percy Jackson." — Kirkus Reviews
We’re over the moon to have "Alkrem" receive such praise!
We’re over the moon to have "Alkrem" receive such praise!
Happy Book Birthday to "Emmie Builds Something New" by Marjorie Crosby-Fairall! Order your copy now at https://www.redcometpress.com/picturebooks/emmie
September 30, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Happy Book Birthday to "Emmie Builds Something New" by Marjorie Crosby-Fairall! Order your copy now at https://www.redcometpress.com/picturebooks/emmie
A big THANK YOU to Shelf Awareness for their glowing review of "Emmie Builds Something New"! This story about creativity, problem-solving, and heart is already resonating with readers of all ages.
September 14, 2025 at 7:02 PM
A big THANK YOU to Shelf Awareness for their glowing review of "Emmie Builds Something New"! This story about creativity, problem-solving, and heart is already resonating with readers of all ages.
Exciting news for Dear New Friend! It was recently selected by
@neatoday.bsky.social as one of their “Picture Books to Start the School Year.”
@neatoday.bsky.social as one of their “Picture Books to Start the School Year.”
September 12, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Exciting news for Dear New Friend! It was recently selected by
@neatoday.bsky.social as one of their “Picture Books to Start the School Year.”
@neatoday.bsky.social as one of their “Picture Books to Start the School Year.”
Happy Book Birthday to "Origin," a new release from author and illustrator Nat Cardozo. This beautifully-illustrated children's book features portraits of Indigenous children and their communities from around the world. Available now!
September 9, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Happy Book Birthday to "Origin," a new release from author and illustrator Nat Cardozo. This beautifully-illustrated children's book features portraits of Indigenous children and their communities from around the world. Available now!
Wishing a very happy book birthday to the third book in "The Rescues" series by Tommy Greenwald, Charlie Greenwald, and Shiho Pate. Welcome to the Red Comet Press family, "The Rescues: Three Wishes"!
September 9, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Wishing a very happy book birthday to the third book in "The Rescues" series by Tommy Greenwald, Charlie Greenwald, and Shiho Pate. Welcome to the Red Comet Press family, "The Rescues: Three Wishes"!
Wishing a warm Happy Book Birthday to "Giving Thanks with Halmoni" by Kathleen Choi, Sook Nyul Choi, Il Sung Na.
Order your copy: https://bookshop.org/p/books/giving-thanks-with-halmoni-celebrating-chuseok-the-korean-harvest-festival-kathleen-choi/22348441?ean=9781636551616&next=t&next=t
Order your copy: https://bookshop.org/p/books/giving-thanks-with-halmoni-celebrating-chuseok-the-korean-harvest-festival-kathleen-choi/22348441?ean=9781636551616&next=t&next=t
August 12, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Wishing a warm Happy Book Birthday to "Giving Thanks with Halmoni" by Kathleen Choi, Sook Nyul Choi, Il Sung Na.
Order your copy: https://bookshop.org/p/books/giving-thanks-with-halmoni-celebrating-chuseok-the-korean-harvest-festival-kathleen-choi/22348441?ean=9781636551616&next=t&next=t
Order your copy: https://bookshop.org/p/books/giving-thanks-with-halmoni-celebrating-chuseok-the-korean-harvest-festival-kathleen-choi/22348441?ean=9781636551616&next=t&next=t
