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DO YOU LOVE ME MORE?

Standard Publishing

THE GOODBYE CANCER GARDEN

Albert Whitman & Co

Written by Janna Matthies

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2011 Best English Language Children's Book, Sharjah International Book Fair

CCBC Choices 2012


”An uplifting, hopeful story, well told and beautifully illustrated." - STARRED REVIEW, School Library Journal

CORA COOKS PANCIT

Shen’s Books

Written by Dorina K. Lazo Gilmore

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Picture Book Winner of the 2010 Asian/Pacific American Awards for Literature (APALA).

CCBC Choices 2010

Bank Street College of Education’s Best Children’s Books of the Year


“The artwork nicely complements the text, as Valiant's warm hues of gold, red, and orange highlight the family's loving relationship.” - School Library Journal

DANCING DREAMS

Accord Publishing

OLIVER’S FIRST CHRISTMAS

Accord Publishing

PENGUIN CHA-CHA

Random House, 2013

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“Valiant has crafted a fast-paced and entertaining tale of zoo shenanigans... Fans of penguins and fans of dance and movement alike will enjoy this humorous romp.” - Kirkus

“A great one-on-one read that will surely generate delightful discussions between adults and children, this one is guaranteed to dance off the shelves.”
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PRETTY MINNIE IN PARIS

Doubleday, 2014

Written by Danielle Steel

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“Valiant provides Minnie with a happy, appealing personality as she moves through the bright, color-filled illustrations that nicely capture the spirit of Paris and all the fashion-forward clothing.” - Kirkus

Valiant (Penguin Cha-Cha) runs with the fashion-forward theme, showcasing Paris’s landmarks and scenes of couture clothing that will delight young fashionistas.”
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Little Wings Chapter Book Series

Random House

Cover and ~ 20 black & white interior illustrations per book

The Cupcake Club Series

Sourcebooks, 2014 - 2017

Cover illustrations

PRETTY MINNIE IN HOLLYWOOD

Doubleday, 2016

Written by Danielle Steel

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Valiant’s detailed illustrations give Minnie an engaging personality that’s hard to resist, and young readers will enjoy Minnie’s tiny costumes and fancy accessories.” - Kirkus

The Curious Cat Spy Club Series

Albert Whitman, 2015 - 2016

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FEEL THE BEAT: Dance Poems that Zing from Salsa to Swing

Dial, 2017, Written by Marilyn Singer

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Bank Street College of Education’s Best Children’s Books of the Year

“The beautiful illustrations exude the energy of the dancers as they twirl and spin across the pages, and the happy array of faces reflects the wide range of cultures and traditions that the poems draw upon.” - Booklist

Valiant’s visuals are superb... An absolute delight to read, these poems will have children and adults moving to the beat.” - School Library Journal

NELLY TAKES NEW YORK: A Little Girl’s
Adventures in the Big Apple

Simon & Schuster, 2019, Written by Allison Pataki and Marya Myers

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The bright, crowded illustrations were created with photos and paintings in Photoshop offering readers a colorful view of the busy city inhabitants, streets, and buildings... A delicious introduction to one of the world’s greatest cities that is perfect for storytime or one-on-one sharing.” - School Library Journal

POPPY TAKES PARIS: A Little Girl’s

Adventures in the City of Light

Simon & Schuster, 2020, Written by Allison Pataki and Marya Myers

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In the City of Lights, where can you go to find the brightest light of them all? Find out in this spunky introduction to Paris shown through the eyes of a curious child.

GOOD NIGHT, CUDDLE TIGHT: A Bedtime Bunny Book

Tommy Nelson, 2023, Written and Illustrated by Kristi Valiant

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After Dad tucks his nine bunnies into bed, one requests a just-you-and-me bedtime cuddle. Soon every bunny wats a new cuddle, but not like the rest. They each want their daddy to hug them the best!

This board book will inspire you and your little ones to create your own special cuddles.