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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Thrilled to see Iz the Apocalypse by @suecurrie24.bsky.social on the @kidsbookcentre.bsky.social 50 Must-Read Canadian Young Adult Books: Recommended by the CCBC in Celebration of our 50th Anniversary #YABooks

Thrilled to see Iz the Apocalypse by @suecurrie224 on the @kidsbookcentre 50 Must-Read Canadian Young Adult Books: Recommended by the CCBC in Celebration of our 50th Anniversary

@ampersandinc @utp_distribution @dropcapagency #YABooks

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

September 8th is International Literacy Day - Common Deer Press supports literacy by publishing uncommon books for children and teens. Browse our picture books, chapter books, middle grade books, and young adult books! #InternationalLiteracyDay

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Books for the class library recommendations by kidlit creators including: @suecurrie24.bsky.social @parentclub.bsky.social @drawntoyourstory.bsky.social @erinsilver1.bsky.social @shannonotoole.bsky.social @kirsten-marion.bsky.social and more! Available as ebooks and paperbacks for your readers.

Books for the class library recommendations:

Fierce Voice by Susan Currie (YA)
The Math Kids The Final Challenge by David Cole and illustrated by Shannon O'Toole (MG)
Emily and Sam The Mad Scientist Next Door by David Cole and illustrated by Matty Mitchell (CB)
Hiss by Kirsten Marion (MG)
The Adventures of Grandmasaurus by Caroline Fernandez and illustrated by Shannon O'Toole (PB)
Asha and Baz Meet Sylvia Earle by Caroline Fernandez and illustrated by Dharmali Patel (CB)
Hiss by Kirsten Marion (MG)
The Girl from the Attic by Marie Prins (MG)
Just Watch Me by Erin Silver (MG)

Available as ebooks and paperbacks for your readers.

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Fierce Voice by @suecurrie24.bsky.social is a hit with young adult readers. A Manitoba Young Readers' Choice Award (MYRCA) Nominee and more! www.commondeerpress.com/books-1/fier...

Fierce Voice by Susan Currie is a hit with young adult readers.

A Manitoba Young Readers' Choice Award (MYRCA) Nominee

Featured in CBC Books "22 Canadian books for tweens & teens to read this fall"

A Canadian Children's Book Centre Winter 2026 Top Grade Pick for Young Adults

Featured in Canadian Children's Book Centre's "Making Music" book list

Included in Richmond Hill Public Library's "I Read Canadian!" list, Vaughn Public Library's "Bestseller List: Teen," and Markham Public Library teen November staff picks

Featured in the 2026 Red Maple Kid Committee List

Longlisted for the 2026–2027 First Nation Communities READ Award (YA/Adult Titles)

https://www.commondeerpress.com/books-1/fierce-voice

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Asha and Baz Meet Sylvia Earle CHAPTER BOOK by Caroline Fernandez illustrations by Dharmali Patel Wonderful for chapter book readers interested in Women in STEM and oceans. Learn more: www.commondeerpress.com/books-1/asha...

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

The Final Challenge The Math Kids MIDDLE GRADE By David Cole and illustrated by Shannon O'Toole Perfect for mg readers who love to solve-along a detective story. www.commondeerpress.com/books-1/the-...

The Final Challenge
The Math Kids
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By David Cole and illustrated by Shannon O'Toole

In the wake of their last adventure, Stephanie, Catherine, Jordan, and Justin find out their friend Special Agent Carleson has been suspended from the FBI. He’s accused of endangering the Math Kids, and if he’s found guilty, he could lose his job!

As the quartet tries to find ways to help Agent Carleson, trouble brews at school. In her new role as math club president, Catherine wants to lead the club to the state championship. But when their first preliminary competition goes awry and a strange note appears in her locker, she begins to suspect there’s a saboteur on the team.

The Math Kids must divide their attention between saving Agent Carleson’s job and saving math club. If they fail, both their math competition dreams and their future with the FBI will be at risk.

https://www.commondeerpress.com/books-1/the-math-kids-the-final-challenge

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

TBR: picture books where the Grandma magically sneezes herself into different dinosaur and prehistoric creatures while on school field trips. Created by @parentclub.bsky.social and @shannonotoole.bsky.social Learn more: www.commondeerpress.com/books #picturebooks #KidLit #CanKidLit

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Young Adult readers must read these books by Susan Currie! www.commondeerpress.com/books

Young Adult readers must read these books by Susan Currie!

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Middle grade readers will love the Lucy and Dee series by @kirsten-marion.bsky.social . These fantasy adventure books for children draw readers into to other-world places and dynamic characters. Learn more: www.commondeerpress.com/books #mgbooks #middlegradebooks

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Congratulations to @suecurrie24.bsky.social, author of Fierce Voice, on being longlisted for the 2026–2027 First Nation Communities READ Adult/Young Adult Nominated Titles. What a well-deserved recognition! fncr.ca/book/fierce-...

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

We are thrilled to share that Fierce Voice by @suecurrie24.bsky.social has been listed in the 2026 Red Maple Kid Committee List forestofreading.com/wp-content/u... #RedMaple #Kidlit @forestofreading.bsky.social

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Susan Currie @suecurrie24.bsky.social · 14/12/2025

Author of several fiction and nonfiction books for young people. Latest: Cayuga Nation (Beech Street Books, 2025) Fierce Voice (Common Deer Press, 2025)

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Read the book + do the activities! The Math Kids An Artificial Test: www.commondeerpress.com/product-page... Written by David Cole with illustrations by Shannon O'Toole DM us for the activity book - a great resource for summer activities. #MGbooks #TeacherResources

Read the book + do the activities!

After a tough end to the school year, the Math Kids—Jordan, Justin, Stephanie, and Catherine—take a jet to London for an exciting summer vacation. But between exploring the city and seeing the sights, they’re quickly drawn into investigations of terrorist activity.

Authorities are on high alert because of threats to landmarks across the city. Only there’s something odd about the messages. Working alongside Bobby, a police officer tasked with being their trip guide,

The Math Kids An Artificial Test: https://www.commondeerpress.com/product-page/the-math-kids-an-artificial-test

Written by David Cole with illustrations by Shannon O'Toole

DM us for the activity book - a great resource for summer activities.

@dcole_mathkids @shannonotooleart @ampersandinc @utp_distribution #mgbooks #teacherresources #mathactivitiesforkids

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Common Deer Press is a proudly Canadian publisher of uncommon books for kids and teens.

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Caroline Fernandez @parentclub.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

TOMORROW! Join @rochellestrauss.bsky.social and I at Mabel's Fables Children's Bookstore in Toronto for a double book launch! Celebrating: All the Water on Earth - @kidscanpress.bsky.social Asha and Baz Meet Sylvia Earle - @commondeerpress.bsky.social #KidLit

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Picture book readers - read the series - Grandmasaurus! Follow Grandma as she sneezes herself into different dinosaurs and marine reptiles in this fun picture book series. Written by @parentclub.bsky.social and illustrated by Shannon O'Toole. www.commondeerpress.com/search-resul... #kidlit

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Young adult readers - read the series - Fierce Voice and Iz the Apocalypse Iz the Apocalypse nominee- the Forest of Reading Awards. Fierce Voice is nominated for the MYRCA award. Written by @suecurrie24.bsky.social Available in ebook and print formats. www.commondeerpress.com/search-resul...

Young adult readers - read the series - Fierce Voice and Iz the Apocalypse

Find a friend in Iz, follow her struggles and challenges as she navigates school and life.

Iz the Apocalypse was nominated in the Forest of Reading Awards.
Fierce Voice is nominated for the MYRCA award.

Written by Susan Currie.

Available in ebook and print formats.

https://www.commondeerpress.com/search-results-page/metier

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Middle grade fantasy readers - read the series - Lucy and Dee Escape into the fantasy realm and travel along with Lucy and Dee into worlds unknown. Written by @kirsten-marion.bsky.social . Available in ebook and print formats. www.commondeerpress.com/search-resul... #middlegradebooks #kidlit

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Middle grade readers - read the series - The Math Kids Kids who love detective stories will LOVE The Math Kids middle grade books. Available in ebook and print formats. Written by David Cole and illustrated by Shannon O'Toole. www.commondeerpress.com/search-resul... #middlegradebooks #kidlit

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Read the series - Asha and Baz Asha and Baz travel back in time to meet a women in history who has made amazing (real life) discoveries in STEM/STEAM. Written by @parentclub.bsky.social and illustrated by Dharmali Patel www.commondeerpress.com/search-resul... #kidlit #chapterbooks

Chapter book fans - read the series - Asha and Baz

In this historical fiction chapter book series - Asha and Baz travel back in time to meet a women in history who has made amazing (real life) discoveries in STEM/STEAM. Can be read stand-alone or in sequence.

The STEM/STEAM activity the characters do in the book can be replicated at home or in the classroom using simple materials.

Written by Caroline Fernandez and illustrated by Dharmali Patel

Available in ebook and print formats.

https://www.commondeerpress.com/search-results-page/asha-and-baz

#kidlit #chapterbooks

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Chapter book fans - read the series - Emily and Sam Readers can adventure-along with the siblings as the solve mysteries. Written by Dave Cold and illustrated by @drawntoyourstory.bsky.social www.commondeerpress.com/search-resul... #kidlit #chapterbooks

Chapter book fans - read the series - Emily and Sam

In books 1 - 3 of the Emily and Sam chapter book series - readers can adventure-along with the siblings as the solve mysteries.

Written by Dave Cold and illustrated by Matty Mitchell

Available in ebook and print formats

https://www.commondeerpress.com/search-results-page/emily-and-sam

#kidlit

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Caroline Fernandez @parentclub.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Toronto friends - join @lorettagarbutt.bsky.social and I at Indigo Eglinton Square for a fun book signing. 12-3pm on Sunday May 24th. Books by @commondeerpress.bsky.social @dceducation.bsky.social @owlkids.bsky.social @kidscanpress.bsky.social #kidlit #CanKidLit

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Caroline Fernandez @parentclub.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Join Rochelle Strauss and Caroline Fernandez - celebrating All the Water on Earth and Asha and Baz Meet Sylvia Earle. Mable’s Fables Children’s Bookstore 540 Mt Pleasant Rd Tues June 23 6:30-8:30pm @kidscanpress.bsky.social @commondeerpress.bsky.social @rochellestrauss.bsky.social #kidlit

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Inside the pages of Asha and Baz Meet Sylvia Earle by @parentclub.bsky.social and illustrated by Dharmali Patel This chapter book will appeal to ocean lovers. Read the series or read one of the books as a stand-alone chapter book. Learn more: www.commondeerpress.com/books-1/asha... #kidlit

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Asha and Baz Meet Sylvia Earle

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Inside the pages of The Math Kids The Final Challenge by David Cole and illustrated by Shannon O'Toole. Discover this middle grade series - read alone or in sequence! Solve the mysteries. Learn more: www.commondeerpress.com/books-1/the-... #MGBooks #Kidlit

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Discover MYRCA nominee Fierce Voice by @suecurrie24.bsky.social Featured in CBC Books "22 Canadian books for tweens & teens to read this fall" A Canadian Children's Book Centre Winter 2026 Top Grade Pick for Young Adults www.commondeerpress.com/books-1/fier... #YABooks

Discover MYRCA nominee Fierce Voice by Susan Currie

A Manitoba Young Readers' Choice Award (MYRCA) Nominee

Featured in CBC Books "22 Canadian books for tweens & teens to read this fall"

A Canadian Children's Book Centre Winter 2026 Top Grade Pick for Young Adults

Featured in Canadian Children's Book Centre's "Making Music" book list

Included in Richmond Hill Public Library's "I Read Canadian!" list, Vaughn Public Library's "Bestseller List: Teen," and Markham Public Library teen November staff picks
https://www.commondeerpress.com/books-1/fierce-voice

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Happy book birthday to Asha and Baz Meet Sylvia Earle created by @parentclub.bsky.social and Dharmali Patel. This is book 7 in the Asha and Baz #chapterbook series - though each book can be read as a standalone adventure. Find it where you buy books.

Happy book birthday to Asha and Baz Meet Sylvia Earle created by Caroline Fernandez and Dharmali Patel.

This is book 7 in the Asha and Baz #chapterbook series - though each book can be read as a standalone adventure.

Find it where you buy books.

@parentclub @dharmali_illustrations @utp_distribution @ampersandinc @dropcapagency #oceanbooksforkids

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Common Deer Press is a proudly Canadian,traditional independent publisher of uncommon books for children and teens.

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Happy Canadian book birthday to The Math Kids The Final Challenge by David Cole and Shannon O'Toole. This middle grade novel is book 12 in The Math Kids series! Readers who love detective stories will not want to miss this final challange. Available in the United States Jun 1. #middlegradebooks

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Step into the mysterious world of "The Girl From the Attic." This gripping historical fiction novel takes young readers on a journey through a strange house where time travel and tragedy collide. Written by Marie Prins www.commondeerpress.com/product-page... #MGBooks

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

A peak inside: chapter book Emily and Sam The Spelling Bee Showdown The Spelling Bee Showdown Emily and Sam #3 By Dave Cole & @drawntoyourstory.bsky.social #kidlit #chapterbooks

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Amazon Spring Deals today - buy Hiss by @kirsten-marion.bsky.social When a bullied boy is unexpectedly turned into a python, his opportunity for revenge comes with complications. BUY: www.amazon.ca/Hiss-Kirsten... #MGBooks #AmazonSpringSale #MGBook

Amazon Spring Deals today - buy Hiss by Kirsten Marion

When a bullied boy is unexpectedly turned into a python, his opportunity for revenge comes with complications.

Twelve-year-old Max is a scientist, a pioneer eager to discover the secrets of the universe, a young mind alight with hypotheses and theories waiting to be proven. Too bad nobody—not the bullies at school, the new girl Darya, or worst of all, his own dad—can see it. They only see him as a shy, nerdy kid. If they see him at all.

But everything changes when Max transforms into a giant python after an accident in his dad’s laboratory. He has cool new senses, powerful muscles, and an entirely different perspective to explore. This could be his chance to be strong and courageous!

BUY: https://www.amazon.ca/Hiss-Kirsten-Marion/dp/1998484041/ref=sr_1_1?crid=18JTT82QIV76V&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.r47FG6vkoN1SeHjWV2mjzw.pnECGxXtx

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Thrilled to share that Fierce Voice by @suecurrie24.bsky.social is listed in the @kidsbookcentre.bsky.social Winter 2026 Top Grade Picks - Young Adult https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pr36-RqA0hg #YABooks #TopGrade

Thrilled to share that Fierce Voice by Susan Currie is listed in the CCBC Winter 2026 Top Grade Picks - Young Adult

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Chapter book fans --> pre-order now! Asha and Baz Meet Sylvia Earle #7 @parentclub.bsky.social & Dharmali Patel #kidlit #kidlitchat

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Middle grade book fans --> pre-order now! The Final Challenge The Math Kids #12 David Cole & Shannon O'Toole #kidlit #MGBooks

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Must-Read! Tough Topics Belong in YA Books by @suecurrie24.bsky.social on @49thshelf.bsky.social Read full article: 49thshelf.com/Blog/2026/02... #YABooks

Must-Read!

Tough Topics Belong in YA Books by Susan Currie on 49th Shelf

Read full article:

https://49thshelf.com/Blog/2026/02/12/Tough-Topics-Belong-in-YA-Books?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=February%20Campaign%20II&utm_content=February%20Campaign%20II+CID_55db7cdd9c736e768708fafbf2ce54f2&utm_source=Campaign%20Monitor&utm_term=Book%20Cover%20Fierce%20Voice

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Catch Asha and Baz in @49thshelf.bsky.social Most Anticipated Spring 2026 list! Make a splash alongside Asha and Baz as they become ocean researchers in Asha and Baz Meet Sylvia Earle (February), by @parentclub.bsky.social , illustrated by Dharmali Patel. #kidlit #ChapterBooks

Catch Asha and Baz in 49th Shelf Most Anticipated Spring 2026 list!

Make a splash alongside Asha and Baz as they become ocean researchers in Asha and Baz Meet Sylvia Earle (February), by Caroline Fernandez, illustrated by Dharmali Patel.

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

NEWS: Fierce Voice by @suecurrie24.bsky.social is listed New YA books - Winter 2026 Top Grade Picks kids.49thshelf.com/Top-Grade/Ex... #YABooks #TopGrade

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Debbie Ridpath Ohi @debbieohi.com · 11/02/2026

It's International Day Of Girls & Women in Science! You can now pre-order chpt book ASHA AND BAZ MEET SYLVIA EARLE abt oceanographer Sylvia Earle. Written by @parentclub.bsky.social, illus Dharmali Patel. www.commondeerpress.com/books-1/asha... #CanKidLit #KidLit @commondeerpress.bsky.social

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

2 unforgettable YA reads. 1 powerful Canadian voice. ✨ If you love stories about finding your place, speaking your truth, and surviving worlds that feel like they’re falling apart, add Fierce Voice + Iz the Apocalypse by @suecurrie24.bsky.social to your TBR. #YAReads #CanadianAuthors #BookRecs

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Thank you to @49thshelf.bsky.social for including Common Deer Press in your Publisher Spotlight 49thshelf.com/Blog/2025/08... #kidlit

https://49thshelf.com/Blog/2025/08/19/Publisher-Spotlight-Common-Deer-Press

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Fierce Voice by @suecurrie24.bsky.social is a must-read for #YABook fans Fierce Voice is the sequel to the White Pine Award nominee Iz the Apocaylpse. Featured in CBC Books "22 Canadian books for tweens & teens to read this fall." Learn more: www.commondeerpress.com/books-1/fier...

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Looking for uncommon books for kids and teens? Our recent releases: Asha and Baz Meet Mary Anning by @parentclub.bsky.social and Dharmali Patel The Math Kids The Missing Cache by David Cole and Shannon O'Toole Fierce Voice by @suecurrie24.bsky.social www.commondeerpress.com #kidlit #kidlitbooks

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Caroline Fernandez @parentclub.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

Librarians (and authors and publishing people) going to the OLA Superconference Friday - come visit me at 10:30 and the CANSCAIP booktasting. I'll be presenting ASHA AND BAZ MEET MARY ANNING (STEM/STEAM theme). @commondeerpress.bsky.social #OLA2026 #OLASuperconference2026

Librarians (and authors and publishing people) going to the Ontario Library Association Superconference this week - come visit me at 10:30 and the CANSCAIP booktasting (it's usually a stage at the back corner of the marketplace).

I'll be presenting ASHA AND BAZ MEET MARY ANNING (STEM/STEAM topic for your readers). This book is published by Common Deer Press and illustrated by Dharmali Patel.

#OLA2026 #OLASuperconference2026

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

COMING SOON Asha and Baz Meet Sylvia Earle #7 by @parentclub.bsky.social and Dharmali Patel This #chapterbook is perfect for readers who enjoy #STEM and #STEAM as well as #WomenInHistory and #biographies

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Common Deer Press @commondeerpress.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

COMING SOON The Final Challenge - The Math Kids David Cole & Shannon O'Toole This #MGBook is perfect for readers who love solving mysteries! #KidLit

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Caroline Fernandez @parentclub.bsky.social · 04/01/2026

Coming May 2026 - Asha and Baz Meet Sylvia Earle! This is the 7th book in series. Also...my 16th published children's book! Pre-orders are always helpful in swaying algorithyms...just sayin' ;-) #kidlit #AshaandBaz #WomenInSTEM @commondeerpress.bsky.social #chapterbooks #CanKidLit

Coming May 2026 - Asha and Baz Meet Sylvia Earle!

This is the 7th book in series (you can read them as stand-alones too). Also...my 16th published children's book!

Pre-orders are always helpful in swaying algorithyms...just sayin' ;-)

#kidlit #AshaandBaz #WomenInSTEM @commondeer_press @dharmali_illustrations #chapterbooks

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