Stories that spark imagination.
The literary home of author Deirdre J. Mitchell. Whimsical children's books and thoughtfully crafted essentials designed to help kids dream bigger.
"Reading enhances the imagination while making you smile."
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Reading enhances the imagination while making you smile.
The Adventures of Theresa & Matilda
Two best friends, one unforgettable summer. Follow Theresa and Matilda as they discover that the smallest moments often hold the biggest magic. A heartfelt tale about friendship, courage, and the wonder of seeing the world through a child's eyes.
- Ages 4–9
- 48 full-color illustrated pages
- Available in hardcover & paperback
A New Orleans storyteller with honey in her ink.
Deirdre J. Mitchell writes from the porch of her shotgun home in the Bywater, where the streetcars hum and the magnolias bloom. Her stories celebrate the small wonders of childhood, the friendships that shape us, and the courage it takes to be wildly, joyfully yourself.
Made with care, built to last.
Original stories
Every book is written, illustrated, and printed with love right here in Louisiana.
Premium materials
Soft, breathable cotton tees and acid-free book paper that ages beautifully.
Family owned
A small team of dreamers, parents, and readers making things we'd give our own kids.
Meet the characters
Buddy
Glasses bigger than his curiosity, and that's saying something.
Shadow Lane
Where every front porch holds a secret worth whispering.
The Thread
An invisible line that ties every Sugretta Bum story together.
Loved by little readers.
"My daughter asks for Theresa and Matilda every single night. The illustrations are pure magic."
"The tees survived a year of preschool chaos and still look brand new. Worth every penny."
"Finally, books that feel like the South I grew up in. My kids see themselves in every page."
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