Natasha Zimmers on writing about backpacking adventures
Debut author Natasha Zimmers has written a sweet, rhyming picture book that encourages young readers to explore the outdoors. The titular...
Debut author Natasha Zimmers has written a sweet, rhyming picture book that encourages young readers to explore the outdoors.
Hear from the author on what inspired her to write Tiny Hiker.
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2026 BOP Shortlist
The BOP - Bologna Prize for the Best Childrenβs Publishers of the Year is awarded annually to highlight excellent publishing houses from ...
We are honoured to be once again shortlisted for the Bologna Prize for the Best Childrenβs Publishers of the Year in the North America category!
Congratulations to our publishing friends who are also nominated!
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Welcome to the Orca Newsletter
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Get new books, awards news, free resources and exclusive giveaways and discounts directly into your inbox by joining our newsletter list!
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Celebrate a love of language with picture books π£οΈ
Email from Orca Book Publishers Plus new French and Spanish school collections Can't view images? Open this email in your web browser. Educator resources Request an author visit The Orca Blog Publishi
Looking for picture books that celebrate language, culture and identity? Check out our latest Educator Newsletter!
In addition to being great resources for language learning, these books can support lessons on poetry and rhyme, counting and animals.
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There are FOUR Orca titles on Ontario Library Association's Best Bets Top Ten list!
Congratulations to the creators of No Huddles for Heloise, The Anxious Exile of Sara Salt, Star Sailor and Plant Attack!
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YouTube video by Orca Book Publishers
The Curse of Heartwood Academy book trailer
Marty Chan's new novel for teen readers is almost here!
In The Curse of Heartwood Academy, fifteen-year-old Allie must spend the night in a haunted forest when the senior students at her new school force her into an initiation ritual.
Watch the book trailer: www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Y9G...
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Question Everything!? Infographic books that teach kids critical thinking strategies
Email from Orca Book Publishers Plus, discover all of Orca's award-winning series Can't view images? Open this email in your web browser. Educator resources Request an author visit The Orca Blog These
These short, digest-sized nonfiction books use an eye-catching infographic style to teach kids strategies for critical thinking! Easily relatable to middle-grade science curriculums and current affairs, and a great high-interest choice.
Read more in the latest Educator Newsletter!
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A woman wearing a blouse with pictures of analog timepieces and clocks on it is holding a children's nonfiction book titled Just a Minute: Why Humans tell Time by Kirstie Hudson and Monique Polak, illustrated by Paige Stampatori.
What time is it? Time to read this fascinating book - Just a Minute by Kirstie Hudson and Monique Polak, illus. Paige Stampatori. Make every zeptosecond count this year! #KidLit #CanKidLit ππ #LibrarianFashion @orcabook.bsky.social
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Back to Top
We have four titles on Toronto Public Library's First & Best list! These books our TPL's top picks for building reading readiness in kids under five. π
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Brianna Banana, Helper of the Day was selected for Kirkus Reviewsβ Best Beginning Readers of 2025 list!
Written by Lana Button and illustrated by Suharu Ogawa.
Look for the full list on Kirkus' website!
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CBC Books listed Kim Spencer's I Won't Feel This Way Forever on its best Canadian children's books of 2025 list!
In this middle-grade novel, Mia's has a summer of exploration, family and loss.
Find the full list on CBC's website!
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The 10 best kids books of 2025
Canadian titles for children age four to twelve
The Anxious Exile of Sara Salt by Gabrielle Prendergast was featured in the Globe and Mail's 10 best kids books of 2025!
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Social-Emotional Learning Books from Dr. Jillian Roberts
Email from Orca Book Publishers Support for tough topics with KβGr. 3 readers Can't view images? Open this email in your web browser. This weekβs newsletter takes a look at the collection of social-em
This weekβs educator newsletter takes a look at the collection of social-emotional learning books we have from Dr. Jillian Roberts!
These board books and picture books support parents, educators and kids through discussions about emotions, social issues and other tough topics.
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Palmaβs Picks: Family violence and the journey to recovery | Watch News Videos Online
Watch Palmaβs Picks: Family violence and the journey to recovery Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca
Katrina Chen was on Global News yesterday talking about her book A Stronger Home, co-authored with Elaine Su, and the importance of raising awareness around family violence.
Watch it here: globalnews.ca/video/115510...
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A βmust-readβ recommendation for teen readers from Kirkus!
In No Brainer by Lea Beddia, Liv finds herself at the center of a feminist movement when she's teased and reprimanded for not wearing a bra.
Look for this starred-reviewed book in stores February 2026!
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Author Tonya Simpson was on Global News Edmonton today talking about winning the 2025 Governor Generalβs Literary Award with illustrator DelreΓ¨ Dumont for their picture book This Land Is a Lullaby!
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This Land Is a Lullaby has won the 2025 Governor Generalβs Literary Award in the Young Peopleβs Literature β Illustrated Books category!
Our heartfelt congratulations to author Tonya Simpson and illustrator DelreΓ© Dumont!
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Author, Daydreamer, Lover of Yarn
I write books for kids and teens from my home in Whitby, Ontario. I love knitting and sewing, and have a thing for old sewing machines and typewriters. I'm happiest when surrounded by my wonderful family and pets.
β¨Γcrivaine (Max et les poissons, HystΓ©riques, Linea nigra, Hacker, Un arbre Γ soiβ¦)
β¨ScΓ©nariste (La fΓ©mis + BD : La RemplaΓ§ante, Nina Simone, Voie de garage, ChΓ¨re Mamanβ¦)
β¨Εil de lynx
β¨Membre fondatrice Ligue Auteurs Pro
https://linktr.ee/SophieAdriansen
I live on a small π¨π¦ island and write stuff. Often about science. Often for kids. But not always. Website: http://www.claireeamer.com/?m=1
#KidLit Author, Editor, Mentor.
Latest: MY STREET REMEMBERS.
Upcoming: ONE COSMIC ROCK. THE CLOUD THAT STUCK.
Agent: Ginger Knowlton, Curtis Brown.
VCFA Alum. Faculty at Whale Rock Workshops.
Settler heritage. She/her. Bi/pan. π³οΈβπ
https://karenkrossing.com
The newspaper of record for Revelstoke, B.C., since 1914 ποΈ Part of Black Press Media.
News tips? π editor@revelstokereview.com
https://www.revelstokereview.com
Children's author & editor. Latest: Becoming Bionic, The Prisoner and the Writer, Secret Schools, I Can't Do What? Montrealer in Toronto.
I'm Kam! Black - Native (Chahta & α£α³α©)Comic artist/Illustrator that mostly draws his ocs?| DC Milestone Initiative Artist| Email: spacejamkamart@gmail.com
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Indigenous educator, writer, PhD student.
editor/story coach specializing in kidlit | author of kids' books | freelance writer | she/her | upcoming bk: MISS MATCH | recent bks: HOORAY FOR TRUCKS!; SAME HERE; WALKING FOR WATER; LIGHTS DAY AND NIGHT | www.susanhughes.ca
The Forest of Reading is Canadaβs largest recreational reading program!
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Author. Illustrator. Creative strategist. Storyteller. New book out: Guinea Pigs Donβt Wear Pants. Mayor of Gay Gardens. I once grew too many pumpkins π and ordered a really gay cake π°.
www.chrispaulrainbows.com
Writer and language scientist, author of LINGUAPHILE: A LIFE OF LANGUAGE LOVE and MEMORY SPEAKS: ON LOSING AND RECLAIMING LANGUAGE AND SELF.
Meaghan Carter she/her
Creator for webcomic GODSLAVE, TO KNOW A WITCH, artist for THE IRON BARGE comic series, and the GIRL HAVEN graphic novel.
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https://www.megacarter.com
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Official Government of BC Bluesky account.
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Artist ποΈ at a video game studio
Children's book illustrator π¨ Represented by Bridgette Kam at Westwood
Personally managed by my tabby cat Sally in Vancouver, BC
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Picture Book Writer
(TINY HIKER- Orca Book Publishers 2026)
Nature Adventurer
Outdoor Educator
Teacher
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The United States Board on Books for Young People (USBBY) is a nonprofit organization devoted to building bridges of international understanding through children's and young adult books.
The Association of Canadian Publishers is the voice of Canadian independent book publishers.
Professor, UW Biology / Santa Fe Institute
I study how information flows in biology, science, and society.
Book: *Calling Bullshit*, http://tinyurl.com/fdcuvd7b
LLM course: https://thebullshitmachines.com
Corvids: https://tinyurl.com/mr2n5ymk
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β¦ I'm Cat β¦ she/her β¦ 43 β¦ neurodivergent
β¦ Portuguese-Canadian Kid Lit Illustrator
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β¦ π in Portugal
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