Author Archive

Pajama Press is proud to announce that The Umbrella House, by multi-award-winning author Colleen Nelson, is a TD Canadian Children’s Literature Award Finalist!

After the Wallpaper Music by Jean Mills, for ages 8-12 / grades 3-7. Mystery at The Biltmore by Colleen Nelson, for ages 7-10 / grades 2-5.

Art by: Miki Sato (leaves) and Tara Anderson (cat in pumpkin costume)

Check out this Open Book Interview with author, Jennifer Maruno, as she discusses her new picture book, Broom for Two.

“Move over, Eloise at the Plaza: It’s Elodie at the Biltmore….Nelson draws out the mystery, planting clues and red herrings, explaining good reasoning, citing evidence, and providing a satisfying solution….An entertaining blend of quirky characters and locked-room puzzle.”—Kirkus Reviews  “This engaging mystery, a series starter for early readers…charms from page one. Elodie is a delightful lead […]

The Great Expedition has “the makings of a memorable read-aloud.”—The New York Times 

As fall approaches, I am pleased to announce that Pajama Press will now be represented by a new sales team headed up by the Hornblower Group and Read + Co Books. Both groups are respected trade sales agents who cover the vast territory of Canada. We are excited to have so many seasoned professionals selling […]

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Check out this Open Book interview with author, Wendy Orr, as she discusses her new novel, Out of the Valley of Horses.