2024 Muse Catalog

MUSE 2024 CATALOG

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MessageFromTheFounder

I started this company during my junior year at Clark Atlanta University. We began with a small initiative, helping children in my community write and publish books. Today, we have grown to include two imprints and distribute for two BIPOC-owned publishers. We have proudly published over 40 books and sold thousands of copies. Thanks to your support, we ' ve created more opportunities for authors of color and enriched the literary landscape with diverse literature. We sincerely appreciate your support and hope you enjoy these books as much as we enjoyed creating them!

Leah Hernandez, Founder and CEO

New Releases from

Young Authors Publishing is a flagship imprint under Muse Inc. that publishes children’s books by kids for kids.

NotTooAnything

Written by Pepper Persley

Illustrated by Jessica Jones

USD Price: $17 99

ISBN: 9780998877587

Ages: 9-11

Size: 10x10

Pub Date: 2/27/2024

About the Author

Pepper Persley’s on her way to becoming the best young journalist around! However, her journey hasn’t been the smoothest

School bullies caused her to shy away from doing the things she loved, but that never stopped her from being herself and chasing her dreams Not Too Anything is an ode to young people everywhere to turn every no into a yes and to pursue their passions, no matter what they are You never know where your persistence will take you!

Pepper Persley is a 12 year old journalist and broadcaster from New York City who began her career at age six She has interviewed a wide range of inspiring people including Sue Bird, Chloe Kim, P!nk, Caitlin Clark, Chadwick Boseman, and former President George W Bush Pepper is one of the youngest people to ever broadcast professional sporting events having done NBA, WNBA, and MLB games by age 11 and was named one of the 2022 Most Powerful Women in Sports by Adweek

Noah’sFamilyFarm

Written by Michaiah David Booker

Illustrated by Robin Boyer

USD Price: $13 50

ISBN: 9781960580900

Ages: 0-5

Size: 10x10

Pub Date: 6/11/2024

About the Author

Noah's spending the day with Grandpa, and Grandpa decides it's time to learn all about the family farm. From cows eating hay and dogs playing fetch, to goats enjoying the grass while rabbits eat the carrots, join Noah as he learns all about the hard work it takes to keep the family farm running smoothly.

Michaiah David Booker, a 12-year-old from Atlanta, Georgia, discovered his love for writing at age 7 with his first action story about Chai, a boy who gains powers in a dream world. Beyond writing, he excels in Taekwondo, music (especially bass), and cherishes family time through games, movies, and exploring new foods together

New Releases from

USD Price: $18 99

ISBN: 9781960580009

Pub Date: 5/7/2024

About Aya Paper Co.

Welcome to the Kinfolk Meditation Deck

This deck is split into three key themes: the self, the family, and the world Each card has an illustration and a prompt to help guide users in a daily meditation practice. Crafted for families, the deck can be used by children, their caregivers, any everyone in between

Aya Paper Co is a sustainable stationery brand that creates greeting cards and gifts to celebrate the people and moments that matter most When Founder and Creative Director SaVonne Anderson began conceptualizing plans for Aya, the well-being of the earth was at the front of mind. As an advocate for environmental justice, she wanted to ensure that Aya Paper Co didn’t perpetuate issues like climate change and pollution, which disproportionately impact communities of color

AdoptingPrivilege

Written by Abigal K. Hasberry

USD Price: $17 00

ISBN: 9781960580948

Size: 4x6

Pub Date: 11/5/2024

About The Author

As the voices of transracial adoptees gain prominence in academic, literary, and creative works, Adopting Privilege emerges as both a timely and vital contribution to the discourse. Through the lens of an adoptee, Dr. Hasberry’s debut memoir explores the triumphs, challenges, and complexities of transracial adoption, the nuances that make it difficult to hold space for oneself, and the experience that comes with adopting outside of race

Dr Abigail Hasberry is a transracial adoptee, executive leadership coach, and licensed marriage and family therapist associate With a rich background in education, including roles as a teacher and principal across diverse school settings, she holds a Ph D in curriculum & instruction, along with multiple degrees in African American studies, sociology, teaching, and counseling Dr Hasberry's research delves into identity development and the experiences of black teachers in varied school environments, while her personal journey as an adoptee and birth mother drives her passion for supporting others in their paths of healing and growth

TemptedtoTasteIt

Written by Esa Hughes and Cierra Johnson Terry

USD Price: $27 99

ISBN: 9781951257842

Pub Date: 11/7/2023

Take your home cooking to the next level! In their striking debut, sisters Cierra and Esa grew up in the South, cooking in the kitchen Now, they’re returning to their Southern roots to elevate the flavors they grew up tasting The catch? One’s vegan, and one ’ s not

With recipes for the whole family to enjoy, Tempted to Taste It explores dynamic food through simple ingredients that make bold impressions With over 50 recipes, there’s a dish for everyone with no limit on deliciousness

About The Authors

Cierra Johnson Terry, a writer, television producer, and media consultant based in Atlanta, GA, has worked on documentaries featuring figures like Kamala Harris and Stevie Wonder. Alongside her sister Esa Hughes, a passionate home cook and student of holistic health at Clark Atlanta University, they've combined their love for food and family into their cookbook project Together, they aim to create memorable culinary experiences that celebrate taste and wellness.

50NiftyThriftySTEMActivites

Written by Meagan Naraine and Tamir Mickens

USD Price: $27 99

ISBN: 9780998877594

Pub Date: 2/20/2024

Encourage children to become curious about science through 50+ experiments that are $10 or less!

Hands-on activities encourage young learners to ask questions, make mistakes, and learn about new ideas and concepts that are sure to keep them engaged and hungry for more From forensics and soil erosion to ecosystems and osmosis, there’s an activity for everyone to enjoy!

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CheyenneandtheABCTravelGreenbook

Written by Martinique Lewis

Illustrated by Chasity Hampton

USD Price: $19.99

ISBN: 9781960580931

Ages: 7-9

Size: 8.5x11

Pub Date: 10/8/2024

About The Author

Cheyenne and the ABC Travel Greenbook is a travel series that takes children from all backgrounds across the world to learn about the African Diaspora on every continent! Through cultural exploration, curious travelers traveling with Cheyenne are introduced to Black communities and the traditions that make them unique! The Americas explores the African Diaspora in North, Central, and South America.

Martinique Lewis is an award-winning diversity in travel consultant, President of the Black Travel Alliance, and recognized as one of Travel + Leisure and Travel Pulse's "Most Influential People in Travel " She is the creator of The ABC Travel Greenbook and App, the leading resource connecting travelers to the African Diaspora worldwide As the host of National Geographic's "Black Travel Across America," Martinique is dedicated to transforming the travel industry by ensuring diversity is not just a buzzword but a catalyst for meaningful change, advocating daily across multiple platforms

New Releases From Our Distributed Publishers

Through Us Books is an independent publisher born from the renowned Beleaf In Fatherhood brand, which boasts over 1.23 million YouTube subscribers. We prioritize the storyteller's pivotal role in society, believing that stories are fundamental to communication in personal, professional, and family contexts.

POPOUT zine is an independently published interactive zine based in Paris, France We encourage our artists to burn the old and build the new through their art. As a media brand, we showcase and cultivate over 50 artists from around the world.

LookWhatICanDo!

Written by Glen Henry & Emily Vergara

Illustrated by RJ Vergara

USD Price: $17 99

ISBN: 9798218230593

Ages: 3-7

Size: 9 5x8

Pub Date: 9/3/2024

Early one morning, Beleaf, the Papa of the Chocolate Babies, is busy working on music when his children, Theo, Riah, Anaya, and Uzi, come to show off their incredible skills and accomplishments Each child has a unique talent and enthusiasm for various activities, from cooking and defeating imaginary creatures, to artistic creativity and self-sufficiency As each child shares their accomplishments with Papa, he takes a moment to acknowledge and encourage them, highlighting their individual strengths and the joy they bring to the family Papa emphasizes the importance of love, teamwork, and supporting one another as a family The story culminates in a heartfelt message that underscores the power of love and unity within a family

About The Author

Glen Henry, the creative force behind the immensely popular YouTube channel "Beleaf in Fatherhood," is a visionary content creator, devoted father, and an inspiration for parents globally Since launching his YouTube journey in 2015 to redefine modern parenting, Glen has shared the joys, challenges, and triumphs of fatherhood, resonating with viewers of all backgrounds With a dedicated following of 4 5 million across platforms, his mission now extends to bringing beloved online stories to life through children’s books

THEPERSPECTIVEISSUE-COLLECTORS

PRINT2022

USD Price: $50 00

ISBN: 9798989993628

Size: 9.6x9.6

Pub Date: 6/1/2022

About The Founder

POPOUT zine is a curated safe space for artists to create without boundaries or fear POPOUT unites international creators through their interactive print publication, digital platform, and thought-provoking topics called POP TOPs. As an independently published zine, POPOUT empowers creative minds, risk takers, visionaries, and storytellers to burn the old & build the new through their art

Aalyiah Heath, originally from Detroit, has been thriving in Paris for 7 years as the founder of POPOUT, a dynamic print publication fostering creativity for artists worldwide. She curates art shows, builds international communities, and directs photoshoots, showcasing her versatile leadership in creative endeavors Aalyiah is committed to pushing boundaries and innovating through her exceptional skills and expertise.

THENOBLEREVEAL-COLLECTORS

PRINT2021

USD Price: $50 00

ISSN 2741-0943

Size: 9 6x9 6

Pub Date: 6/1/2021

About The Founder

POPOUT zine is a curated safe space for artists to create without boundaries or fear. POPOUT unites international creators through their interactive print publication, digital platform, and thought-provoking topics called POP TOPs As an independently published zine, POPOUT empowers creative minds, risk takers, visionaries, and storytellers to burn the old & build the new through their art

Aalyiah Heath, originally from Detroit, has been thriving in Paris for 7 years as the founder of POPOUT, a dynamic print publication fostering creativity for artists worldwide She curates art shows, builds international communities, and directs photoshoots, showcasing her versatile leadership in creative endeavors Aalyiah is committed to pushing boundaries and innovating through her exceptional skills and expertise

BACKLIST TITLES

Let'sEat:Fruits&VegetablesfromA-Z

Written by Jacqueline Brooks

Illustrated by Davide Ortu

USD Price: $13 50

ISBN: 9781951257934

Ages: 0-5

Size: 6 25 x 6 25

Pub Date: 7/11/2023

Introduce your little readers to their ABCs through the tasty world of fruits!

Simple text and colorful illustrations will keep your early learners engaged and curious to discover new foods and textures This is a perfect first book for teaching little readers early learning concepts that are cornerstones for early development and sustained imaginations

Snoh'sFirstRoadTrip:AStoryofShapesand Colors

Written by Jacqueline Brooks

Illustrated by Chiara Gobbo

USD Price: $13.50

ISBN: 9781951257880

Ages: 0-5

Size: 6 25 x 6 25

Pub Date: 7/11/2023

Introduce your little readers to the colorful world of shapes!

Through colorful scenes and imaginative illustrations, help early learners recognize shapes including squares, circles, rectangles, and triangles This is a perfect first book for teaching little readers early learning concepts that are cornerstones for early development and sustained imagination

LittleStella,WhoseBabyAreYou?

Written by Jacqueline Brooks

Illustrated by Manuela Berti

USD Price: $13 50

ISBN: 9781951257941

Ages: 0-5

Size: 6 25 x 6 25

Pub Date: 7/11/2023

Explore parts of the body with this interactive " mommy and me " early learning book

With simply rhymes and colorful illustrations, this is a perfect first book for teaching little readers how to identify parts of their body, including their fingers, eyes, noses, and toes!

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RealisticDreams

Written by Amari Latimo

Illustrated by Alice Mast

USD Price: $17 99

ISBN: 9781951257651

Ages: 7-9

Lexile Level: 640

Size: 8 5 x 11

Pub Date: 6/28/2022

One night after dinner, 12-year-old Amari has a hard time falling asleep When he finally falls asleep, he finds himself in a nightmare filled with crazy situations! What will it take for Amari to get out of his nightmare?

Muse | Young Authors Publishing

SnackAttack

Written by Taylor Hightower

Illustrated by Maria Sole Macchia

ISBN: 9781951257583

Ages: 8-9

Lexile Level: 690

Size: 8 5 x 11

Pub Date: 9/20/2022

pover filled with birthday cake, marshmallows, and lots of different sweets and treats! Maya knows she shouldn’t eat so many sweets because of what happened last time However, they’re so good to her, even a nightmare can’t even stop her fun! Since nightmares didn’t work, what will happen this time when Maya eats too many treats?

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WhatIfNoOneHearsM

Written by Jaida Powell

Illustrated by Silvana Di Marcello

USD Price: $17 99

ISBN: 9781951257767

Ages: 8-9

Lexile Level: 680

Size: 8 5 x 11

Pub Date: 9/13/2022

ills to use and creates a wooden frog that plays music! But, after Amelia sells her creation, the new owners never look deep enough to notice the frog's special talents Will the wooden frog find a home that recognizes its value?

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TamingtheFlame

Written by Salathiel Murphy

Illustrated by Lucia Mongioj

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ISBN: 9781951257552

Ages: 7-9

Lexile Level: 660

Size: 8 5 x 11

Pub Date: 9/6/2022

y mastered his lightning powers However, classmate Drake struggles to perfect his fire power and bullies Halo for being more advanced than him! Will Drake learn how to properly master both his powers and his emotions before it’s too late?

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PickaJob,AnyJob

Written by Morgan Miller

Illustrated by Barbara Dokic

ISBN: 9781951257903

Ages: 8-9

Lexile Level: 660

Size: 8 5 x 11

Pub Date: 8/23/2022

oesn’t know what he wants to be just yet. There are just too many things to choose from! After a mind-boggling trip with his dad to the Career Museum, Aaron learns that there’s more to these jobs than meets the eye, and he has way more career options than he thinks

DifferencesMatter, DiversityMatters

Written by Justin Blount

Illustrated by Wendi Hendra

USD Price: $17 99

ISBN: 9781951257613

Ages: 11-13

Lexile Level: 1000

Size: 8.5 x 11

Pub Date: 9/27/2022

On the first day of school, Justin realizes that all of the students at his school are different, just like him and Noah! He never thinks about it much, until one of the students makes a comment about the differences between Justin's and Noah’s physical features. This prompts Justin to share his story with his classmates about the racial differences in his family, and the beauty in their differences After sharing his story, Justin came up with a wonderful idea to bring cultural awareness to his school! Do you think his plan will work?

AngelaMakesaF

Written by Grant Geddes

Illustrated by Natia Gogia

USD Price: $17 99

ISBN: 9781951257644

Ages: 8-10

Lexile Level: 760

Size: 8 5 x 11

Pub Date: 6/14/2022

Angela is going to her first day of kindergarten, and she's a little scared because she only has one friend, her imaginary friend Gracie Gracie has been with Angela for as long as she can remember! Now, it's up to Angela to learn overcome the hardest challenge in kindergarten, making new friends. Even though it's scary, Gracie is there to help her every step of the way.

MyGirlsandCurls

Written by Layla Steele

Illustrated by Renata Smagulova

USD Price: $17 99

ISBN: 9781951257798

Ages: 7-9

Lexile Level: 640

Size: 8 5 x 11

Pub Date: 7/26/2022

Lila and her friends go to the pool to celebrate Lila’s birthday, and the pool is their first stop of the day Her friend Ashley recently gets a silk press, and after she jumps in, the water makes Ashley’s hair turn into a mini afro! With a fashion show planned for later that day, Ashley becomes discouraged because doesn't know what to do about her hair With the help of Lila and Sarah, Ashley learns that, with a little patience, her natural hair is beautiful in any style.

GameOver

Written by Maxwell Clay

Illustrated by Alegria & O

USD Price: $17 99

ISBN: 9781951257491

Ages: 7-9

Lexile Level: 610

Size: 8 5 x 11

Pub Date: 7/19/2022

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mes, and the games are causing him to become distant from his family. But after he and his mom get sucked into one of his favorite games, will Alex learn that family is more valuable than technology?

AWeekwithPapa

Written by Matthew Miller

Illustrated by Anastasia Honch

USD Price: $17 99

ISBN: 9781951257699

Ages: 9-11

Lexile Level: 910

Size: 8.5 x 11

Pub Date: 8/16/2022

Jackson loves spending time with his grandpa, “Papa ” After Papa’s leg surgery, Jackson visits him in the hospital, then spends a week with him at Papa's home doing all kinds of fun activities together! After spending so much time with Papa, Jackson learns how special it can be to take care of your loved ones during tough times

Sea-Rod:ANewWave

Written by Lance Hammett

Illustrated by Natia Gogiashvili

USD Price: $17 99

ISBN: 9781951257279

Ages: 3-8

Size: 10 x 10

Pub Date: 10/14/2020

Lance spends his summer vacation surfing at Mallory Beach until one fateful day when he finds himself trapped underwater! Lance spends seven days underwater until he emerges as Sea-Rod, a crime-fighting superhero! Sea-Rod spends most of his days cleaning up Flame Island and fighting the evil supervillain Inferno who mind-controls the town to litter Will Sea-Rod be able to save the town, and the ocean, before it’s too late?

TheTruthAboutBullies

Written by Thomas Aycock

Illustrated by Zeeshan Shahid

ISBN: 9781951257262

Ages: 3-8

Size: 8 5 x 11

Pub Date: 10/16/2020

r a LONG time, and Timmy doesn’t know how to stop him! After a life-changing dream where Timmy’s game controllers come alive, he figures out how to stop the bullying and make a friend at the same time

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Trevon'sGlobe-Trotting Adventures

Written by Jordan Morrissette

Illustrated by Veronika Gonchar

ISBN: 9781951257347

Ages: 3-8

Size: 8 5 x 11

Pub Date: 10/20/2020

est friend Ray decide to take an adventure in town Ray dares Trevon to go into a creepy antique shop, and after he accepts the dare, Trevon learns that this shop isn't creepy at all! It allows him to travel all around the world by simply touching the artifacts How many cultures can Trevon experience in one afternoon?

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Dwayne'sBigDecision

Written by Jackson Jeffrey

Illustrated by Alegria & Omayra Michae

USD Price: $17 99

ISBN: 9781951257330

Ages: 5-12

Size: 8 x 10

Pub Date: 10/19/2020

d he’s secretly great at the french horn, too! Because he's great at both, Dwayne has trouble deciding whether he wants to join the band or continue his reign as the king of basketball. The choice is really hard because he’ll be disappointing his teammates or his newfound band friends either way Can Dwayne overcome peer pressure and do what makes him happy the most?

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DinnerTableDistractions

Written by Addison Gordon

Illustrated by Renata Smagulova

ISBN: 9781951257316

Ages: 3-8

Size: 8 x 10

Pub Date: 5/17/2020

h her mom, dad, and sister The dinner table is where Addie gets to spend the most time with her family, but now that her parents have started a new business and her sister goes to school, they are all too busy for dinner time Instead of talking at the dinner table, her parents send emails and her sister plays games on her tablet Addie comes up with a super secret plan to get her family back at the dinner table like old times.

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FatimatheActivist

Written by Olivia James

Illustrated by Jone Leal

USD Price: $17 99

ISBN: 9781951257279

Ages: 5-12

Size: 8 x 10

Pub Date: 10/13/2020

At Palm Valley Elementary School, the female students are being discriminated against by the other male students A young girl named Fatima has had enough of this mistreatment, and decides she wants to do something about it! Fatima gathers all of the girl students to host a protest demanding equality Will the girls finally be treated fairly by the boys?

TheSwap

Written by Brenae Thomas

Illustrated by Anastasia Honcharenko

USD Price: $17 99

ISBN: 9781951257286

Ages: 3-8

Size: 8 5 x 11

Pub Date: 10/12/2020

l together Their teacher, Ms Porter, is mean to the students and hurts their feelings One day, Kyrah wakes up and realizes she's switched places with her teacher! Now it's her turn to show Ms. Porter how to treat her students the right way

NewKidRuleBook

Written by Sydney Jeffrey

Illustrated by Saad Ejaz

US ce $ 99

ISBN: 9781951257323

Ages: 3-8

Size: 8 5 x 11

Pub Date: 10/18/2020

d a lot due to the gentrification happening in their communities Moving so frequently has caused Juliet to feel down, and she has a lot of anxiety. With the help of the New Kid Rule Book, she’s able to overcome her anxious feelings and is more comfortable at her new school

Sketches

Written by Ashton Harris Hightower

Illustrated by Noor Moiz

Ages: 3-8

Size: 8.5 x 11

Pub Date: 10/15/2020

om is his biggest comes ill, it breaks Miles’s heart. Soon, he finds out his mom can’t afford the medical bills, and he doesn’t know what to do! Because he loves to paint, Miles comes up with a plan to use his art to capture his emotions while earning extra money