Sleeping Bear Press

Home
United States
Ann Arbor, MI
Sleeping Bear Press

Sleeping Bear Press is an award-winning publisher of Children's and Middle Grade books. For our full catalog, please visit:
http://sleepingbearpress.com/shop

08/29/2025

Meet Mack: the unruly and lonely pup who became the dog who saved the bees! 🐝

From children's book author & professional animal trainer Stephanie Gibeault and illustrator David Hohn, comes the true story of Cybil Preston and Mack as they work to save bees. ⭐️

Called a "a heartwarming tale" by Kirkus Reviews THE DOG WHO SAVED THE BEES is out everywhere NOW!! 🐾

Click the link in bio or visit your local bookstore to shop this title today.

08/19/2025

August 19 is National Aviation Day and there's no better time to celebrate the true story of the first deaf pilot in the nation: Nellie Zabel Willhite! ✈️

Brought to life in soaring artwork from Alisha Monni, "Dreams Take Flight: The Story of Deaf Pilot Nellie Zabel Willhite" brings to life the story of an extraordinary woman.

Encouraging readers of all ages to follow their dreams, no matter the challenges. ☁️

08/15/2025

Back-to-school season is in full swing! What titles are you filling your bookshelves with this year? 📖✨⭐️

Called "a first-day-of-school story steeped in vibrant imagery" by Kirkus Reviews this bilingual title is essential for any classroom library. 🖍️

From author Alexandra Alessandri and illustrator Courtney Dawson comes, "Isabel and Her Colores Go to School" a universal story about feeling new and making new friends! ☀️

Visit tinyurl.com/sbpbacktoschool to shop more back-to-school titles today.

Happy reading! :)

08/11/2025

"Their steps were as delicate as the last leaves of autumn slipping into the wind. Arabella had never seen such a beautiful sight." 🍂

FROM Mary Morel and Mira Miroslavova comes a modern, atmospheric folktale set in the heartland—sure to spellbind readers young and old. ⭐️

NOW AVAILABLE IN BOOKSTORES!

"Night of Deer" is filled with a cozy, seasonal charm and enough magic to enthrall children, read after read.

✨ Shop new titles at sleepingbearpress.com.

08/09/2025

We're celebrating NATIONAL BOOK LOVERS DAY today! 🌈⭐️

Since 1998, Sleeping Bear Press has been creating award-winning picture books that engage, entertain, and educate!

Whether in the classroom, libraries, or bedtime read-alouds, we remain deeply committed to providing opportunities for children to explore the world. 🌎

Here's to the (picture) book lovers of all ages who make it all possible!

Visit sleepingbearpress.com to shop the featured title "Brainstorm!" by Rebecca Gardyn Levington/Children's Book Author & Poet and Kate Kronreif. 🌩️🧠

08/08/2025

⭐️ "My Name Is Ai Lin" by and .art has received a STARRED review from ! ⭐️

In this empowering story, one child shows that by making the effort to properly pronounce someone’s name, we send the welcoming message that everyone is worthy of respect and dignity.

School Library Journal asserted, "This charming book about a girl navigating new situations belongs in every collection." 🧡

Visit your local bookstore or sleepingbearpress.com to add this title to your picture book collection today!

08/04/2025

Did you know a Michigan summer has a magic all its own? ✨

As July rolls into August, there is so much summer still left to celebrate. From sandy seashores to tart lemonade and warm cherry pie. Boats and bicycles fill the street, and farmers' markets bustle with families.

Summer calls! 🐚

Written and illustrated by local Michiganders Amber Lynn Hellewell and Gretchen Ellen Powers, "Summer's Call: A Michigan Day" captures that timeless Michigan summer feeling.

Visit your local bookstore or sleepingbearpress.com to shop this beautiful title today.

Happy summer from Sleeping Bear Press! ☀️

07/25/2025

✨ Coming this August! ✨

’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a . . . Oops! As it turns out, one house has a lot of activity this Christmas holiday! A quartet of mice is wide awake and looking for some tasty treats. When what to their wondering eyes should appear, but a mouthwatering buffet and no humans near.

There are pies and pastries, cookies and tarts. A yummy gingerbread house offers the sweetest sugary treat of all. And there’s a big bowl of punch to wash it all down. But when the mice try to escape with some grapes, one bounces toward a sleeping cat. Is their holiday caper over?

Pre-order your copy from to receive a personalized copy! Visit the link in our bio to shop this title today.

07/10/2025

"Sandra Day O’Connor will always be the first. But because of her work, she won’t be the last." ⚖️

Author autographed copies of "No One Told Sandra Day O'Connor What to Do: The First Woman to Serve on the United States Supreme Court" by Molly Golden have officially landed in the halls of the Supreme Court! ⭐️

Thank you to the Supreme Court Historical Society and the Smithsonian National Museum of American History for helping us celebrate the release of this brand-new title!

Visit sleepingbearpress.com/shop/show/54087 or your local bookstore to get your copy tody!

This engaging biography chronicles the life of Sandra Day O’Connor, from her early Arizona childhood up through the many obstacles she faced in her professional career before becoming the first woman named to the United States Supreme Court.

07/01/2025

Happy Book Birthday to these 4 new releases🎉

Hot off the presses and ready for your shelves, these titles have something for every young reader. From stories of finding your passion to the love shared among family, you will not want to miss these!

See below for our full list of titles!

Gus Hearts the Bus🚌

Little Ghost House Hunts🏡

Miss Betti, What Is This?😋

My Name is Ai Lin💪

06/26/2025

Tallulah is ready to start her work as the Great Lakes’ first official mermaid!

After taking the pledge to protect and care for the lakes, she’s off—caring for the various creatures that call the Great Lakes home, keeping the water and shores safe and clean, helping the boats navigate the waterways, and more! It’s a big job. And when a raft carrying a pair of children gets swept from the beach into rough waters, she swims into action🧜‍♀️🌊

Don't miss out on Tallulah's newest adventures in Tallulah the Mermaid and the Great Lakes Pledge, written by Denise Brennan-Nelson and illustrated by .illustration 📚

Address

2395 S Huron Pkwy
Ann Arbor, MI
48104

Telephone

+18669183956

Website

http://www.sleepingbearpress.com/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Sleeping Bear Press posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Sleeping Bear Press:

Shortcuts

Want your business to be the top-listed Media Company in Ann Arbor?