02/03/2026
In 2026, we’re pausing new manuscript submissions — and I want to be clear why.
This decision is not about closing our business. It’s about sustainability.
The publishing industry has been unpredictable, and as a small company, this is the right moment to reduce expenses, evaluate our business plan, and focus on what’s working.
We’ll continue selling our backlist of over two dozen picture books that support children’s mental wellness. We will continue translating our books into other languages.
On a personal note, I’m also choosing balance. With kids growing fast and afternoons filled with family commitments, this pause allows me to lead wisely — both at work and at home.
This pause doesn’t mean we’re stepping away from our mission. Our books are still here. Our messages still matter. Our commitment to children’s mental wellness remains unchanged. We’re also exploring expanded book access through the nonprofit, Making Spirits Bright, continuing our mission in new and impactful ways.
For now, we’re simply honoring the reality that businesses, like people, go through seasons—and this one calls for reflection, focus, and balance.
