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Frog and Friends
Frog and Friends
Penguin Random House, 2015-2018
"Petty and Boldt provide just enough predictability to hook youngest readers, then deliver a delightful twist or two to create surprise and satisfaction...." — Shelf Awareness
"Silliness and deadpan humor combine into a hopping good story of being happy with who you are." — Booklist
Nearly 1 million copies sold worldwide!
Over 14 foreign sales
Little Ghost and Anya
Little Ghost
Simon & Schuster, 2024
Simon & Schuster, 2026
"A tender tale of courage and connection..." — School Library Journal
"As cozy as a hug...." — Kirkus Reviews
"A warm, funny exploration of identity and friendship that will resonate with children finding their place in the world." — School Library Journal
"Problem-solving skills wrapped up in a sweetly supernatural shindig." — Kirkus Reviews
COMING SOON!
Two more adventures with Little Ghost and Anya!
Simon & Schuster, 2027
Chip & Mitten
Chip and Mittens
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Penguin Random House, 2022-2025
"Readers will relish the doggone humor and joyous artwork with a canine point-of-view." — School Library Journal, starred review
"Romping read-aloud. . . . Funny and involving." — Booklist
"Boldt’s signature sculptural dimensionality and flair for goofy expressions give readers much to savor."— Publishers Weekly
Cantaloupe and HoneyDo
Penguin Random House, 2024, 2025
From the New York Times bestselling artist of Just Try One Bite and I Don’t Want to Be a Frog comes a picture book series of spectacular firsts, featuring two melons with hilariously—and helpfully—opposite worldviews.
"Boldt has hit comic paydirt with this hilarious read-aloud...." — School Library Journal
Cantaloupe & HoneyDo
COMING SOON!
Three more adventures with Cantaloupe & HoneyDo!
Penguin Random House 2026
DINKY THE TINYSAUR
Dinky
Simon & Schuster, 2025
COMING SOON!
Another adventure with Dinky!
"A quirky balm for life’s minor letdowns." — Kirkus
"...what truly matters is loving someone for exactly who they are." — Publisher's Weekly
LITTLE LANDSCAPERS
Little Landscapers
Simon & Schuster, 2026
Little ones who love lawnmowers will also love these sweet animal friends. From author-illustrator Breanna Carzoo comes a cast of landscaping critters who snip, clip, and mow the day away!
COMING SOON!
A snowy adventure with the Little Landscapers!
The Claymates
The Claymates
Little, Brown, 2017
Little, Brown, 2026
"Petty's punchy, dialogue-only narrative and ... Eldridge's expressive sculpture give these clay buddies a surplus of personality.... a giddy mix of naive and naughty."
― Publishers Weekly, starred review
"The dynamic interaction between the characters invites readers to take risks, push boundaries, and have a little unscripted fun of their own." ― Kirkus Reviews, starred review
The Cozy Friends
The Cozy Friends
“From the first detailed endpaper to the last, this picture book will have readers wishing to wake up and fall asleep on a snow day.” — The Horn Book
Penguin Random House, 2024, 2026
COMING SOON!
Another adventure in Acorn Village!
"The wonderfully lazy feeling of summer comes through on each page, particularly those tired and sun-soaked moments that manifest only after a day of heat and fun. . . . As cheery as a sunny afternoon.” —Kirkus Reviews
The World of Joe Cepeda
Holiday House, 2020-2023
"Cepeda lovingly crafts a little boy with agency in a diverse community with heart." — School Library Journal, Starred Review
"The essence of these books is about being a part of a community and finding happiness in simple but meaningful tasks. " — School Library Journal
The Wold of Joe Cepeda
COMING SOON!
Another adventure from Joe Cepeda.
Maggie and Squash
Penguin Random House, 2022, 2025
“An ode to the journey of friendship, including the bumps, bruises, and bandages acquired along the way.” —School Library Journal
""Funny, clever, and heartwarming." — Kirkus Reviews
An Amazon Best Book for Ages 3-5 (Stuck in the Middle)
Maggie and Squash
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