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Star Bright Books

Woman-owned children's publisher with a focus on inclusive and multicultural stories. Award-winning children's books are available in 33 different languages.

Star Bright Books is an independent publishing company dedicated to producing the highest quality books for children. We believe that all children should see themselves in print and we make a concerted effort to include children of all colors, nationalities, ethnicities, and abilities in our books. In addition to seeing themselves, children deserve to read books in languages that are familiar to them. In order to meet this need, Star Bright Books publishes children's books in 33 languages.

11/24/2025

✨ Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a perfect first book for little learners! 🐄🦆

Brian Wildsmith’s Farm Animals invites babies and toddlers to explore the farm, learn animal names, and imitate their sounds through vibrant, engaging illustrations. Available in a Navajo/English edition, this sturdy board book is a joyful way to spark early language development and cultural connection. 📚✨

11/19/2025

✨ Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a story full of wonder and warmth! ☀️🐾

Mole Catches the Sky follows Mole and her friends—Squirrel, Bird, and Frog—as they journey from sunlight to shadow in search of a piece of the sky. Available in Navajo/English and Portuguese/English, this gentle tale is perfect for young readers ages 4–7 discovering the beauty of nature, friendship, and imagination. ✨📚

11/17/2025

We’re thrilled to celebrate the release of Red & Me, a powerful and heartfelt new chapter book by children’s author Terry Lee Caruthers! Set in 1930s rural Tennessee, this story follows 10-year-old Marlene, a stray c**n dog, and the summer that changes everything. Filled with family, friendship, adventure, and tough truths about the world, Red & Me is a moving blend of childhood wonder and real-world honesty. ❤️🐾

Join us for a special morning with Terry Caruthers!

⏰ Event Schedule
10–11 AM — Welcome + storytelling, Red’s Corner community tables (Young Williams, Humane Society, Vintage Pet Project, HABIT), bookmobile, and activities
11 AM — Live reading from Red & Me + Q&A on Terry’s writing process
11:30 AM — Lemonade & Marlene’s Jumble Cookies (straight from the book!) + activity tables

📚 Grab your copy at the ETHC Bookstore during the event!

11/03/2025

✨Star Bright Books at the GBEEN Conference with our diverse books and Ellen’s book signing! 📖
Meeting so many passionate educators from the Great Boston early education community was truly inspiring and joyful! ❤️

10/29/2025

🌟 We’re joining the Babies & Toddlers Conference! 🌟
Star Bright Books is thrilled to be a vendor at the Babies & Toddlers Conference: “Nurturing Beginnings, Creating Powerful Futures” — hosted by !

📍 Where: Roxbury Community College
📅 When: November 1, 2025
🕛 Book signing: 12:00–1:00 PM

Stop by our table to meet beloved children’s author Ellen Mayer, signing favorites like Cake Day, Leaves to My Knees, Red, Yellow, Green, Go!, and more! 🌈✨

Don’t miss this inspiring day of learning, connection, and community with early educators, families, and book lovers alike. 💕

10/27/2025

🎃✨ Celebrate Halloween with stories full of magic, mystery, and a dash of witchy fun! 👻
This spooky season, curl up with our enchanting Halloween favorites:

🧙‍♀️ Spook Goes to a Halloween Party – Join Karen and her magical cat Spook on a night of strange guests, twin surprises, and out-of-this-world adventures! (eBook only)
🐾 Spook the Halloween Cat – Discover how a stray kitten becomes the ultimate Halloween cat with a witch’s spell.
🧹 Humbug Witch – Even witches have off days! Follow a little witch whose funny spell mishaps make bedtime the sweetest ending.

Perfect treats for readers of all ages — no tricks needed! 🍬
📚 Grab your copies now at [insert website link] and let the Halloween magic begin! ✨👻

10/20/2025

📚✨ Fall Giveaway Alert! ✨📚

We’re giving away a set of 5 Spanish children’s books that celebrate family, culture, and bilingual storytelling:
📖 Jacob’s First Day / El primer día de Jacob
📖 21 Primos
📖 Arletis, Abuelo y el Mensaje en la Botella
📖 El día más feliz de Alicia / Alicia’s Happy Day
📖 El gran trabajo de Rosa / Rosa’s Very Big Job

To enter:
1️⃣ Tag a friend in the comments 👇
OR
2️⃣ Enter your name and email using the link in our bio 🔗

Entries close November 1st — winners announced November 3rd, 2025! 🍂

10/08/2025

📖 21 Primos
Celebrate family and cultural pride this Hispanic Heritage Month with 21 Primos! 💛 This award-winning story highlights the beauty of diversity within one big, mestizo family—showing that every cousin’s unique talents make them stronger together. 🌟
🎒 Jacob’s First Day
Starting school can be scary, but Jacob’s First Day reminds little readers that kindness, friendship, and courage make every new beginning special. A perfect story to share during Hispanic Heritage Month! ✨
Stay tuned for our upcoming giveaway! Information in our bio
Explore these stories and more at starbrightbooks.com

10/01/2025

Featuring Arletis, Abuelo, and the Message in a Bottle and El Día Más Feliz De Alicia

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Arletis, Abuelo, and the Message in a Bottle 🌊✨ Inspired by a true story set in Cuba, this award-winning book shows how a simple message sparks friendship across generations and cultures. A beautiful way to honor heritage and inspire young readers! 📚🇨🇺

You can now also honor Hispanic Heritage Month with El Día Más Feliz De Alicia 🎉🎂 Join Alicia as she celebrates her birthday surrounded by family, friends, and community—available in both English and Spanish! 📚✨

Stay tuned for our upcoming giveaway! Information in our bio
Explore these stories and more at 👉 starbrightbooks.com

09/24/2025

🌟 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month 🌟

At Star Bright Books, we’re proud to honor culture and diversity through stories that inspire children and families. 📚✨

Discover our Spanish/English titles that celebrate Hispanic heritage:
📖 Arletis, Abuelo, and the Message in a Bottle
📖 El Día Más Feliz De Alicia
📖 Jacob’s First Day
📖 Night Blooming Jasmine

Explore these stories and more at 👉 starbrightbooks.com

09/15/2025

🌟 Get Ready — 17th Annual Play Day is here!🌟
📅 September 20 | ⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM
📍 Takoma Park Middle School, Takoma Park, MD

Celebrate the joy of play with fun games and activities for all ages—including Touch-a-Truck, dancing, live music, and a special StoryWalk® of #¡Amarillo, Rojo, Verde… Pasen!/Yellow, Red, Green—GO! (bilingual edition), and more!
play.america was founded by Pat Rumbaugh .play.lady, co-founder of our organization and author of — a book that reminds us of the importance of kids enjoying the outdoors. 🌳📖

✨ Come play, read, explore, and spread the word about why play matters!

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08/18/2025

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Address

13 Landsdowne Street
Cambridge, MA
02139

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	9:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+16173541300

Website

http://www.starbrightbooks.com/

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