RECENT DEALS

A nonfiction picture book about the 18-year-old prodigy who persisted past tradition, gender, age, class, education, and critics to create the Lincoln statue that stands in the Capitol. Text by Beth Anderson, represented by Stephanie Fretwell-Hill at Red Fox Literary.

A picture book about an intergenerational family and their neighborhood who come together to give back as they prepare for a community food drive and dinner. To be illustrated by Alicia Más, represented by Amy Milligan at Illo Agency.

A nonfiction middle grade about the West Virginia coal miners' fight to secure improved working conditions, increases in pay, and benefits for coal miners. Their struggle culminated in the 1921 Battle of Blair Mountain, the largest labor uprising in U.S. history.

A novel about the "wolf children" from East Prussia who were orphaned and left homeless at the end of World War II. When 12-year-old Astra and her sister Sophie lose their mother while attempting to escape East Prussia, they're forced to embark on a dangerous journey.

A first-day-of-school picture book about fussy Figdor, who takes his mother's advice about "making friends" in the most literal way possible. Text by Julie Falatko, represented by Jennifer Laughran at Andrea Brown Literary Agency.

A picture book biography that celebrates how the iconic musician broke free of constraints and expectations to unleash his inner star. Text by Robyn McGrath, represented by Amy Thrall Flynn at Rubin Pfeffer Content.

A picture book that details the late disability rights activist Judy Heumann's efforts to be included in the classroom: first as a student and then as a way to teach children that they have the power to advocate for what's right in their own lives. Text by Judy Heumann, with Jessica Slice and Caroline Cupp, represented by Jill Marr at Sandra Dijkstra Literary Agency.

A picture book about a child celebrating their abuelo's life while also grieving his death. Illustrations by Luisa Uribe, represented by James Burns at the Bright Agency.

A picture book about two brothers whose relationship is questioned because one is adopted. Text by Jennifer Bradbury, represented by Robin Rue at Writers House.

A picture book about a family who tries indoor camping to avoid their previous wilderness mishaps, only to discover that nothing replaces the real deal. Text by Ame Dyckman, represented by Scott Treimel at Scott Treimel NY.

A picture book about Ghanaian naming practices and one boy named Kwame who awaits the arrival of a new sibling. Text by by Denise R. Adusei, represented by Regina Brooks at Serendipity Literary Agency.

An interactive nonfiction book that transforms into a working birdfeeder and introduces science and nature to young readers in a hands-on way.

A story about eleven-year-old Luna, a space enthusiast determined to secure a spot in NASA's summer camp. But when her home and beloved science classroom undergo significant changes, she must learn to adapt and celebrate new ways of seeing the world around her—including the way she once viewed her beloved night sky.

A picture book that follows a young cartographer's moving tribute to their hometown. To be illustrated by Maxwell Eaton, represented by Rosemary Stimola at Stimola Literary Studio.

A punny picture book about a character who thinks that everything they see is a grape (including a box, a banana, and even a giraffe), much to their friend's consternation. Text by Alastair Heim, also represented by Kelly.

A punny picture book about a character who thinks that everything they see is a grape (including a box, a banana, and even a giraffe), much to their friend's consternation. To be illustrated by Michelle Tran, also represented by Kelly.

An interactive nonfiction book that doubles as a portable planetarium and includes a season-by-season look at the skies, a guide to the constellations, and a pop-up planetarium to teach young readers how to bring the night sky to life.

The first book follows 12-year-old Kess Pedrock, who turns to a forbidden bog to search for a way to save her family's Unnatural History Museum and ends up uncovering bigger secrets than she expected.

A collection of poems that explores a side of nature that is often underappreciated. To be illustrated by Julia Patton, represented by Claire Morance at Painted Words.

An interactive board book where a child explores a maze of prints in the snow as winter animals move and scurry about the pages. Text by Kari Allen, represented by Erzsi Deak at Hen&ink Literary Studio.

A middle grade novel about Sofía, whose mother has sent her to live with her abuela in a mystical seaside town. When hard truths come out after a tragedy, Sofía must learn how to forgive herself and others. Original Spanish text by Martha Riva Palacio Obón, represented by Laura Gross and Will Morningstar at Laura Gross Literary Agency represented the author.

A picture book about a girl and her companion, a lion named Courage, who helps her take on the world. But when a classmate points out that her lion is a figment of her imagination, the world becomes a really scary place.

An early reader series in which two young doctors-in-training use their special abilities to shrink in size, explore the systems of the body, and practice emotional skills like kindness, bravery, and strength. Text by Mitali Banerjee Ruths, represented by Victoria Wells Arms at HG Literary.

A young chapter book series about a group of children living in a seaside community. The first book follows the friends as they welcome summer visitors to their coral island. To be illustrated by Lynnor Bontigao, represented by Caryn Wiseman at Andrea Brown Literary Agency.

A picture book following Kate and her family on a winter day as they care for Christmas trees and customers on their farm before choosing and trimming their own tree. Text by Lisa Amstutz, represented by Victoria Selvaggio at Storm Literary Agency.

Two nonfiction board books that trace the creation process of a river and of sand. Text by Sally Walker, represented by Susan Cohen at Writers House.

Two picture books celebrating St. Patrick’s Day and the practice of yoga, respectively. Text by D.J. Steinberg.

A picture book celebration of Día de Muertos that invites readers of all backgrounds to join in the building of the family ofrenda, one special element at a time. Text by mother-daughter duo Jolene Gutiérrez and Shaian Gutiérrez, represented by Kaitlyn Sanchez at Context Literary Agency.

A picture book biography in verse about Evelina López Antonetty, Lillian López, and Elba Cabrera, three sisters born in Puerto Rico who came to New York City as children and grew up to become activists. They worked to transform schools, libraries, and the arts, becoming known as the Tres Hermanas. Text by NoNiequa Ramos, represented by Karly Dizon at Fuse Literary Agency.

A picture book about a child adjusting to a new living situation post-divorce, with the help of the constant love and support of their parents. To be illustrated by Chelsea O'Byrne, represented by Hannah Mann at Writers House.

A graphic novel that follows Clayton Noguchi and his ex-best friend Aron Santos. When Aron lands in Clay's theatre class due to an unfulfilled graduation requirement, the boys rekindle their friendship, but the painful history between the two threatens to stand in the way of their growing feelings.

A picture book in which grumpy Boar meets sunny Hedgehog and reluctantly warms up to the idea of friendship. To be illustrated by Eugene Yelchin, represented by Steve Malk at Writers House.

A picture book written as a letter to the author's younger self, capturing hard-earned lessons about growing up, being joyful, and loving yourself as a young Black girl. By exploring what inner beauty means, this story inspires children to recognize and build their self-worth, to dream big, and to make a difference in the world. Text by Jael Richardson, represented by Carly Watters at P.S. Literary Agency.

An early reader graphic novel series that follows Arlo and his trusty stove, Cooky, as they whip up recipes for their friends that fill their tummies and lift their spirits. In the first book, Arlo is excited to invite his neighbors to a little get-together after a particularly long storm.

A picture book biography about the inventive methods Minerva Hoyt used to increase awareness about desert wildlife and her quest to preserve one million acres of land that would eventually become Joshua Tree National Park. Text by Lori Alexander, represented by Kathleen Rushall at the Andrea Brown Literary Agency.

This STEAM-centered picture book features a boy determined to create the most astonishing and extraordinary cake in Bakers Lab—but when his perfect cake turns into a perfect disaster, he finds a way to embrace the unexpected.

A picture book about a child who sees every activity as something to be won, but risks losing his friends in the process. Text by Adib Khorram, represented by Molly O'Neill at Root Literary.

A poetic and striking celebration of desert animals. Illustrated by Gordy Wright, represented by Susan Penny at The Bright Agency.

A picture book that playfully explores the natural interdependency present in our ecosystems. Illustrated by Matt James, represented by Jackie Kaiser at Westwood Creative Artists.

A picture book that models how children can take charge of their bodies, voices, and choices. Text by Stephanie Allain and Jenny Klion, both represented by Albert Lee at UTA.