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Picture Books
A universal story of kindness, compassion, and the importance of looking for the best in others by the #1 New York Times bestselling author of What Do You Do with an Idea?
Cinderella has never been so adorable--or amphibious!--as in this fractured fairytale picture book by New York Times bestselling author Kate Messner, with art by award-winning illustrator Lian Cho.
This bright, cheerful picture book tells a simple and beautiful story of following your heart to break out of the pattern and become who you are truly meant to be.
The funniest (and totally not boring) picture book about a log that has ever existed, full of scientific facts and delightfully silly storytelling.
Are you upset or is that just your face? Join Frog on her non-grumpy journey in this humorous picture book perfect for anyone who has been told to smile more.
For nature lovers of any age, this book is a beautiful A-to-Z introduction to the wild and wonderful animals that live in America's national parks. Featuring art from the beloved printmakers and poster illustrators at Fifty-Nine Parks.
A beautiful A-to-Z introduction to the crawly little animals that live in America's national parks, for nature lovers of any age—featuring art from the beloved printmakers and poster illustrators at Fifty-Nine Parks.
In this laugh-out-loud picture book that tackles childhood fears with empathy and absurdity, a young boy is convinced there's a monster under his bed—but when he tells his parents, they're more scared than he is!
Board books
It's never too early for your first checkmate. International Master and top YouTube chess coach Levy Rozman (aka GothamChess) brings the world’s greatest game to its newest fans—babies!
Introduce little ones to the joy of American mahjong with this whimsically illustrated primer from the founder of Oh My Mahjong.
Let’s play! With pickleball sweeping the nation, your little one can be a part of it all. This sturdy board book that's shaped like a paddle is perfect for the youngest player’s hands to hold and is sure to bring...
Hey y’all! Give babies and toddlers a boot-stomping good time with this uniquely shaped board book that's all about having fun, being yourself, and, of course, rocking a great pair of cowboy boots.
Let’s learn our ABCs—with dogs from around the world!
The beloved creator of Dogs of the World and Doggie Language introduces children to the alphabet alongside twenty-six delightful dog breeds in this paws-itively charming board book.
Let’s count to 10 with our doggie friends!
Take kids through a perfect dog’s day—meeting nine playful pups along the way—in this paw-sitively delightful counting board book.
Middle Grade
Welcome to the wacky world of Kid Potato in this zany new series! Readers of all ages will be giggling along as they join Kid Potato and his friends on FIVE spudtastically funny adventures.
Welcome back to the wacky world of Kid Potato! Readers of all ages will be giggling along through the ups and downs of life, family, friendship, and potatoes.
Experience the idyllic magic of the Hundred Acre Wood like never before through this charming graphic novelization of A. A. Milne and E. H. Shepard’s beloved classic, Winnie-the-Pooh.
Based on the acclaimed New York Times project, this engaging and dynamic book shares the true stories of remarkable people too often overlooked by history—an inspiring, eye-opening collection that empowers kids to see themselves as changemakers.
In this twisty, propulsive mystery for kids from former public defender Emily Galvin Almanza, author of The Price of Mercy, a fearless fifth grader vows to help a classmate in danger of getting lost in the system.
Choose your path, solve the puzzles, and catch the killer in Puzzle Sleuth, a collection of three ingenious fictional murder mysteries that challenge young readers with logic problems, visual games, and dangerous decisions at every turn.
Choose your path, solve the puzzles, and catch the killer in this second collection of three ingenious fictional murder mysteries that challenge young readers with logic problems, visual games, and dangerous decisions at every turn.
About the Team
The Ten Speed Young Readers team is led by Ginee Seo, VP and Editorial Director, Kelly Barrales-Saylor, Executive Editor.
Ginee Seo
Ginee Seo joined Ten Speed Young Readers as Vice President and Editorial Director in 2023. With a keen eye for picture books and illustrated nonfiction that offer a unique perspective appealing to both children and adults, Ginee brings a wealth of experience and passion to her role. A lifelong comics enthusiast, she has a particular fondness for humorous, risk-taking content that respects children and their diverse interests, with a strong commitment to amplifying underrepresented voices. Before her current role, Ginee served as the Executive Publishing Director of Children’s Books at Chronicle Books, and has held positions as Vice President and Associate Publisher at Atheneum Books for Young Readers, where she managed her own eponymous imprint, and as Vice President and Editorial Director at Harper Trophy. Throughout her long and varied career, Ginee has edited and published numerous award-winning and best-selling children’s books, from board books and picture books to middle grade and young adult novels, graphic novels, and memoirs.
Kelly Barrales-Saylor
Kelly Barrales-Saylor joined Ten Speed Young Readers in 2024 as executive editor with the goal of publishing diverse and engaging books for children of all ages that equally captivate their caring adults. With more than twenty years of experience in publishing, most recently as the editorial director of children’s imprint Sourcebooks eXplore, Kelly has acquired and published numerous bestsellers and award winners. She published beloved and acclaimed series such as Baby University by Chris Ferrie; the #1 New York Times bestselling picture book P Is for Pterodactyl by Raj Haldar, Chris Carpenter, and Maria Beddia; and delightfully wacky picture books like Except Antarctica by Todd Sturgell and Butt or Face? by Kari Lavelle. Kelly is interested in books that make readers laugh, teach them something new, create simple and beautiful shared moments at bedtime, or a combination of all three.
Submissions
Email TSYRsubmissions@tenspeed.com for book proposal submissions.
