Forthcoming Picture Books

Let’s Meet Kamala: Story Of The Pioneer Kamala Harris

Discover an inspirational story with Let’s Meet Kamala!
This picture book journeys through Kamala Harris’ life, from her childhood, to studying at Howard University, to her trailblazing career as a lawyer, a politician and becoming a presidential nominee.

Karma Is Action

Kate Fletcher at Candlewick has bought world rights to Karma Is Action by Suma Subramaniam (l.), illustrated by Lavanya Naidu. The picture book explores the meaningful—and sometimes misunderstood or appropriated—concept of karma to a young audience. Publication is set for spring 2027; Miranda Paul at Erin Murphy Literary Agency represented the author, and Aliza Hoover at the CAT Agency represented the artist.

Ahimsa Is Everywhere

Katie Scott at Kids Can Press has bought world rights to Ahimsa Is Everywhere by Suma Subramaniam (I.), a pocture book that explores the concept of ahimsa, a philosophy of universal love, especially in times of adversity. Aparna Varma (Anne and Her Tower of Giraffes) will illustrate; publication is set for spring 2025. Miranda Paul at Erin Murphy Literary Agency represented the author, and Andrea Cascardi at Transatlantic Agency represented the illustrator.