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Bon appétit! — or so they say.Bo and Jin are ravenous. It has been a whole year since the last Hungry Ghost Festival, and they have been dreaming of the feast ever since. This year’s celebration promises overflowing tables of barbecue pork, dragon beard candy, and other beloved Chinese treats. They are ready to fill their bowls, go back for seconds, and maybe even thirds.But getting there is harder than expected. Wrong turns, unexpected obstacles, and moments of doubt threaten to slow them down, and Bo and Jin begin to wonder if they will arrive too late. As the journey unfolds, they discover that the true reward is not just the food waiting at the end, but what they learn by facing challenges together.Hungry Little Ghosts is a warm, joyful picture book that introduces young readers to the Hungry Ghost Festival while exploring perseverance, teamwork, and patience. With humor and heart, it encourages children ages 4–8 to slow down, stay curious, and navigate big feelings along the way.

The most spectacular night skies are revealed when weplan for the ideal moment—with loved ones by our sides. This heartwarming taleis perfect for space fans and young budding astronauts!Outer space is out there for exploring, and Captain Milo isready for takeoff! If only he didn’t have to wait for his Second-in-Command—oras he also calls her, Mom—to report for duty. Yet Mom’s list of daily tasksgrows ever longer, and she can’t launch until they’re done. So, like any goodcaptain, Milo offers to help! Work? Check. Dinner? Check. Cleanup? Check. Whenthe weather forecast predicts a middle-of-the-night meteor storm, Captain Milowants desperately to witness it. But will his Second-in-Command have enoughtime to accomplish this magical mission with him?

A delightful Lunar New Year adventure inspired by the Vietnamese, Gurung, and Malay zodiac traditions—filled with friendship, teamwork, and delicious desserts!Monkey's Sweet Surprise: A Lunar New Year Mix-Up whisks young readers away to the Jade Empress's grand banquet, where a charming cast of zodiac animals—including Mouse Deer (from the Malay zodiac) and Cat (from the Vietnamese Zodiac)—prepare their finest festive dishes. Determined to redeem himself after last year's kooky catastrophe, Monkey sets out to make the Empress's favorite dessert: pineapple tarts. But along the way, he discovers that the sweetest surprises come from helping friends and working together.Set in a whimsical world inspired by these rich zodiac traditions, this beautifully illustrated picture book blends Southeast Asian cultural heritage, imaginative storytelling, and a deep love of food. Perfect for fans of The Nian Monster and Bilal Cooks Daal, it celebrates the spirit of Lunar New Year while sharing timeless lessons in friendship, teamwork, and forgiveness.Ages 4–8 | Picture Book

“A charming, beautifully illustrated debut that will sink deep into the ocean of your heart.”— Bao Phi, author of A Different PondPearl is gone! And Marvin, a round, shiny merchild, sets out to search the sea—and discovers friendship in the most unexpected places.Marvin is a round, shiny merchild who’s always felt a little different. Their best friend is a perfectly round pearl named Pearl. Together they make seaweed wigs, play hide-and-seek behind coral towers, share every meal, and fall asleep side by side when the ocean grows still.But when Pearl rolls away one night, Marvin’s search through the deep leads them to three new friends—Pinky the clownfish, Angie the anglerfish, and Inky the octopus—who each lend a helping fin (or tentacle). With their light, laughter, and courage, they help Marvin see that even in the darkest waters, friendship shines brightest of all.Filled with humor, tenderness, and dazzling underwater scenes, Oh, Pearl! is an inclusive, body-positive picture book celebrating courage, belonging, and the magic of friendship—perfect for readers ages 4–8 who love The Rainbow Fish and The Invisible String.