An imprint of Agape Editions, Kumquat Books publishes children’s literature. We’re named after the affectionate moniker our EIC’s father bestowed upon her when she was a toddler. Sweet but tart, tiny and cute but with a little bit of citrus bite — kumquats are zesty, bright, and delightful. From the bright-orange orb of our heart to yours, we offer books that comfort, uplift, and inspire joy in both you and your little readers.
George and the Dragon Who Couldn’t Fly
By Z.A. Pappas
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Paffuta has never been quite like other dragons. She struggles with the fact that she can’t fly. But when she meets George — a knight who was raised to slay dragons — they become unlikely friends. Slowly, both of them begin to realize that other people’s ideas of who they “should” be don’t matter very much.
As their friendship grows, Paffuta and George both learn they are capable of great things, including supporting each other’s dreams and believing in themselves. George and the Dragon Who Couldn’t Fly is a story about the importance of connection, friendship, and community to lift up ourselves and each other.
Growing
Words by Mélusine Thierry
Illustrations by Z.A. Pappas
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Beatrix Bunny is excited when her mother gets remarried. Beatrix loves her new stepdad and his kids — she’s always wanted siblings! But the reality of having a new sister and two new brothers is not exactly what she expected. They spend a lot of time together — and they don’t always get along perfectly! But when her little brothers run into trouble one afternoon, Beatrix helps save the day — and discovers new things about herself in the process.
With incisive, poetic language from Mélusine Thierry and cheerful, whimsical images by Z.A. Pappas, Growing is a story about embracing change as a normal part of life, even if sometimes it’s a little challenging at first.
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