Local Books

Fun little books made locally for locals! In these books you can find the best spots in Tacoma for kids! We think you'll find some of your favorit...

“Tacoma Adventures” is the fourth book of the Glen Creations City Adventure series. However, it is the first of their Northwest ed...

Follow along as Miss Gookin’s class discovers the amazing city of Puyallup.  Her students have the fun task of solving clues tha...

“Seattle Adventures” is the fourth book of their Northwest series.   Norman, a lonely sasquatch, asks a group of students to s...

“Olympia Adventures” is the third book of our Northwest series.  This important story follows young students as they participate...

A young, fearful frog writes to Mother Earth, asking what can be done about all the environmental issues affecting the planet.  Mother Earth writes...

Influential artist Carson Ellis makes her solo picture-book debut with a whimsical tribute to the many possibilities of home.Home might be a house ...

When a small blue teddy bear falls out of a moving recreational vehicle in the mountains of the Pacific Northwest, two native bears-Black Bear and ...

A well-known fairy tale takes on a new twist!Once upon a time on the shore of the Salish Sea lived a bold, brave young girl bursting with the spiri...

This compelling nonfiction picture book captures the story of the infamous collapse of the first Tacoma Narrows Bridge in Washington Sta...

ABOUT 1, 2, 3 SALISH SEA This beautiful natural history counting book features artist Nikki McClure’s stunning papercut artwork of flora and f...

A is for Acorn; B is for Bear; C is for Cloud. Celebrated paper artist Hannah Viano has created this beautiful alphabet book that will appeal to ch...

In this beautiful ABC book, C is for Crab; D is for Douglas fir; and E is for Eagle. Based on Pacific Northwest artist Hannah Viano’s regionally th...

Readers young and old will be delighted to discover the wonders of Washington State, from its natural beauty (Mount Rainier and evergreen forests)...

ABOUT MY HEART From the author-illustrator of The Book of Mistakes comes a gorgeous picture book about caring for your own heart and living with ...

A classic in the making, this heartwarming story about empathy and imagination is one that families will treasure for years to come.Adrian Simc...

Zoom meets Beautiful Oops! in this memorable picture book debut about the creative process, and the way in which “mistakes” can blossom into in...

A stunning and sensitive portrait of the strength within each of us and the nourishment we receive from the natural world, by the New York Times be...

This charming, energetic story shows the power of friendship through the teamwork of a lovably mismatched pair. Confident Frannie convinces cautiou...

Frannie loves to have an audience. Pepper prefers to perform when no one is around. Pepper and Frannie are best friends, and they both love a good ...

A tender story about two best friends who must move away from each other. With a sprinkle of imagination and a lot of love, Bu...

Frank gets stuck in the mud on a hike with his friend Mustard. Mustard finds others to help him get Frank unstuck through teamwork. The reason we ...

Frank and his friends help show others that someone's outward appearance doesn't determine their abilities. The reason we created this book is to ...

This book is about when Simon Calcavecchia went surfing. It is a story about inclusion and finding the courage to try something new. The reason we...

From Portland, Oregon to Seattle, Washington to Vancouver, BC, this playful picture book introduces misunderstood monsters and the Pacific Northwes...

Featuring all-new artwork and several new Seattle landmarks, this limited 10th anniversary edition of the best-selling Larry Gets Lost i...

The first five books in this bestselling series are now available in a hardcover box set. The perfect gift for hours of underwater fun!“Hilario...

Narwhal is a happy-go-lucky narwhal. Jelly is a no-nonsense jellyfish. The two might not have a lot in common, but they do they love waffle...

Narwhal and Jelly are back in action for a SUPER adventure! Join Super Narwhal and sidekick Jelly Jolt as they take on three SUPER new stories ...

Narwhal and Jelly . . . and Otty?! Exuberant Narwhal and skeptical Jelly test the waters of adding a new friend to their pod when they meet Ott...

Narwhal and Jelly become the coolest teachers in the world wide waters in the hilarious sixth book of this blockbuster graphic novel series!Div...

An unlikely friendship develops when a lumberjack meets a sasquatch. Follow along as they share Pacific Northwest adventures through the seasons an...

Sasquatch and Lumberjack are back for another adventure! And so are their . . . families! Follow along on their Pacific Northwest adventures as the...

An Alphabet Book For Music LoversBy Jude M. Evans / Illustrated by Chloe Becky From Arctic Monkeys and Fleet Foxes to Tame Impala and Vampire Week...

Botanical artist and Instagram sensation Flora Forager makes her children’s picture book debut with this imaginative alphabet book featuring real a...

Designed to be read with a buddy, this dialogue between an aardvark and a mouse contains only kindergarten or first-grade words, making it a unique...

Discover the magic of the Pacific Northwest—with kids!Handcrafted for Northwest parents, educators, and caregivers that want to spark a love of nat...

Author Susan Elderkin has seen her kids express wonder and glee at discovering insects and flowers, melt down in tearful defiance in the middle of ...

Urban Trails: Kitsap focuses on the trails, parks, and preserves within the urban and suburban areas around Bremerton, Bainbridge Island, and the K...

Covering another fast-growing part of the state, this new guide shows locals where to go for a refreshing run, long walk, or peaceful hike right in...

In an exploration of Washington State’s most interesting and iconic places, young readers will delight in a personal tour of this spectacular regio...

Toddlers will enjoy this retelling of Stephen Cosgrove’s charming story of Wheedle on the Needle filled with playful rhymes and featuring Robin Jam...

2 gray whales swimming in the sea6 pink salmon fighting up the stream7 green hemlocks standing side by side Numbers and colors are more fun in Wash...

A is for Apple . . .B is for Beaver . . .C is for Columbia River . . .With O for Orcas, U for Umbrellas, and and P for Pike Place Market, going fro...

From the creative vision of Merce Cunningham to the brave voice of Bernie Whitebear, Courageous People from Washington Who Changed the World is a ...

Old MacDonald had a farm . . . in Washington! In this delightful Washington twist on the familiar farm tune, the orca goes click click here, th...

Row, row, row your boat . . . in Washington! The sights and scenery of Washington spring to life in this adorable twist on the favorite childre...

A sleepy bedtime rhyme It's bedtime in Washington! Say goodnight to all your favorite locations, including: Woodland Park Zoo Space Needle Centur...