About Us

With the release of The Legend of Sleeping Bear (an Official Children’s Book of the State of Michigan) in April of 1998, Sleeping Bear Press was launched into the world of children’s books!

Deeply committed to its mission of providing books that engage, entertain, and educate, these award-winning books provide opportunities for children to explore the world in educational, library, and home settings.

ONE MISSION, ONE GOAL — GREAT BOOKS FOR CHILDREN

“Sleeping Bear Press books distinguish themselves because of the care that is evident in the creation! The quality is exceptional. Stories combine words and art to create meaning and touch hearts. I highly recommend these books to colleagues, family members, and friends!”
— Mary Byatt Elementary Teacher at Birches School, NJ

  • The imprint features beautifully illustrated board books, beginning readers, picture books, chapter books, and middle-grade novels
  • A unique alphabet series format reaches a wide range of readers through original art, poetry, and expository text
  • Historical fiction and non-fiction provide insight into our past.
  • Humor is frequently incorporated as a tool to engage all ages and keep families reading!

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Testimonials

"Z is for Zeitgeist?' I always check the z entry of an alphabet book first, and was I surprised when I looked at the last letter in D is for Democracy! The use of the term 'zeitgeist' puts a brilliant cap on this look at the fundamental rights and responsibilities of living in a democracy. Yes, it's an ABC book, but one with a solid commitment to democratic ideals and the belief that, as stated in 'Q is for Questions' that 'Taking part in a democracy is every citizen's task.'"
—Walter Mayes (Author of Valerie & Walter's Best Books for Children)