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Read Michelle Kadarusman’s interview with Margriet Ruurs in the Canadian Teacher “Fall 2024” magazine. Learn about her inspiration, writing process, and what’s new. Read more…

Check out this Open Book Interview with author, Colleen Nelson, as she discusses her new illustrated middle grade book, Mystery at the Biltmore.

Check out this Open Book Interview with author, Jean Mills, as she discusses her new middle grade book, After the Wallpaper Music.

If You See a Bluebird by Bahram Rahman & Gabrielle Grimard is a 2025 Blue Spruce Award Nominee! See It, Dream It, Do It by Colleen Nelson & Kathie MacIsaac is a 2025 Yellow Cedar Award Nominee!

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