Waxwing Books

Waxwing Books The brand new boutique publishing house from Read-Aloud Revival ®. We make beautiful books you’ll love to read aloud.

Happy Thanksgiving from the Waxwing Team!
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from the Waxwing Team!

You know that feeling when you open a beautiful picture book with beautiful illustrations?The colors are lush, the art i...
11/19/2025

You know that feeling when you open a beautiful picture book with beautiful illustrations?

The colors are lush, the art is gorgeous, and you find yourself wanting to look a little longer than you need to.

We think these books should be easier to find. So we started making them.

These are the books you’ve been waiting for. Elevate your children’s collection with Waxwing books–timeless stories worth reading aloud.

Head to the link in our bio to shop our titles in time for the holidays. These books make the perfect gifts for the littlest readers in your life!

11/13/2025

Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for a young reader in your life?

Look no further. Waxwing books have gorgeous illustrations, delightful text, and stories that draw the whole family in.

Head to the link in our bio to shop now. Happy reading!

Exciting news! G. Willikers Books and Toys is hosting an event with Waxwing author and illustrator Astrid Sheckels to ce...
11/03/2025

Exciting news!

G. Willikers Books and Toys is hosting an event with Waxwing author and illustrator Astrid Sheckels to celebrate the release of Flora and the Jazzers.

Drop by G. Willikers Books and Toys in Portsmouth, New Hampshire on Saturday, November 8 from 2:00-3:30 p.m. to catch Astrid chatting about the book, answering questions, and signing copies.

Head to https://gwillikersbooksandtoys.myshopify.com/pages/events for more details.

We hope to see you there!

You’re invited to a bookish celebration!Waxwing Books is partnering with Toadstool Bookshop at their Keene location AND ...
10/22/2025

You’re invited to a bookish celebration!

Waxwing Books is partnering with Toadstool Bookshop at their Keene location AND their Peterborough location to bring you two bookish events full of fun!

Join author and illustrator Astrid Sheckels at one (or both) of these locations to celebrate the launch of her new book Flora and the Jazzers! Astrid will read her book, sign copies and teach a brief art tutorial.

She’ll be visiting the Toadstool Bookshop in Peterborough, New Hampshire at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 25. Then later that day she’ll be at the Toadstool Bookshop in Keene, New Hampshire at 3 p.m.

Head to the link in our bio for more info!

We hope to see you there!

You're invited to a bookish celebration!Waxwing Books is partnering with Toadstool Bookshop at their Keene location AND ...
10/22/2025

You're invited to a bookish celebration!

Waxwing Books is partnering with Toadstool Bookshop at their Keene location AND their Peterborough location to bring you two bookish events full of fun!

Join author and illustrator Astrid Sheckels at one (or both) of these locations to celebrate the launch of her new book Flora and the Jazzers! Astrid will read her book, sign copies and teach a brief art tutorial.

She'll be visiting the Toadstool Bookshop in Peterborough, New Hampshire at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 25. Then later that day she'll be at the Toadstool Bookshop in Keene, New Hampshire at 3 p.m.

Head to https://toadbooks.com/upcoming-events for more information.

We hope to see you there!

Waxwing Books bring home the gold. 🥇We’ve been blown away by the support each and every one of our Waxwing books has rec...
10/22/2025

Waxwing Books bring home the gold. 🥇

We’ve been blown away by the support each and every one of our Waxwing books has received, especially from all of YOU!

Swipe to see what awards each of our Waxwing books have won. 😊

What's been your favorite Waxwing book?

We’re big fans of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe here at Waxwing. In fact, we think it might be the best middle gr...
10/20/2025

We’re big fans of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe here at Waxwing. In fact, we think it might be the best middle grade novel ever written.

Did you know that this special book turns 75 this month?

It’s true! And what better way to celebrate than by giving the book a read? Whether you’re an old friend of Narnia or a first-time visitor, this book has something special for you.

Also, if you’re looking for a good picture book to accompany you on your first (or hundredth) visit, check out Painting Wonder, the picture book biography about the illustrator who brought the world of Narnia to life!

Head to https://waxwingbooks.com/painting-wonder/ to grab your copy now.

We have an exciting invitation for you!🥳Waxwing Books is partnering with Viking House in Concord, New Hampshire for a bo...
10/16/2025

We have an exciting invitation for you!🥳

Waxwing Books is partnering with Viking House in Concord, New Hampshire for a bookish event full of fun!

Join author and illustrator Astrid Sheckels for the launch of her new book Flora and the Jazzers! Astrid will read her book, answer questions and sign copies!

Head to the link in our bio for more information.

We hope to see you there!

📚🎉GIVEAWAY ALERT!🎉📚We’re overjoyed that Flora will be launching into the world next week! To celebrate this special book...
10/14/2025

📚🎉GIVEAWAY ALERT!🎉📚

We’re overjoyed that Flora will be launching into the world next week! To celebrate this special book, we’re giving away free copies of this book to TWO lucky winners! 🎁

Flora and the Jazzers is a lush, Jazz Age Cinderella story about a heart–and a voice–that won’t be silenced.💗 Miss Flora is already stealing hearts everywhere she goes, so enter for a chance to win a copy for your bookshelf today!

To enter:

1️⃣ Like & save this post
2️⃣ Follow +
3️⃣ Tag one or more friends in the comments below (each comment = one entry!)

⚠️ U.S. only. Giveaway not sponsored by Instagram.

Exciting news!🥳Waxwing Books is partnering with The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art for a special event.Join belov...
10/09/2025

Exciting news!🥳

Waxwing Books is partnering with The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art for a special event.

Join beloved author-illustrator Astrid Sheckels for the launch of her new book Flora and the Jazzers! Astrid will read her book and provide a short art tutorial.

Head to https://carlemuseum.org/visit/events/special-storytime-astrid-sheckels-4 for more information.

Exciting news! 🎉📚Waxwing Books is partnering with The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art for a special event.Join bel...
10/09/2025

Exciting news! 🎉📚

Waxwing Books is partnering with The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art for a special event.

Join beloved author-illustrator Astrid Sheckels for the launch of her new book Flora and the Jazzers! Astrid will read her book and provide a short art tutorial.

Head to the link in our bio for more information.

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