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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
“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.”
- School Library Journal
PRETTY MINNIE IN PARIS
Doubleday, 2014
Written by Danielle Steel
“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.”
- Publishers Weekly
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
“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
Cover illustrations
FEEL THE BEAT: Dance Poems that Zing from Salsa to Swing
Dial, 2017, Written by Marilyn Singer
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
“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
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
Written and Illustrated by Kristi Valiant
Published by Tommy Nelson, 2023
After Dad tucks his nine bunnies into bed, one requests a
just-you-and-me bedtime cuddle. Soon every bunny wants 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.
HOO’S THERE? A Silly Book for the Bedtime Scaries
Written and Illustrated by Kristi Valiant
Published by Tommy Nelson, 2024
Hampton the owl and Figgy the pig discover that frightening noises in the dark are often not-so-scary after all. This humorous book will have your family giggling as you ask, “Hoo’s There?” in response to nighttime sounds and surprises.
NO BUNNY LIKE YOU: A Mommy and Me Book
Written and Illustrated by Kristi Valiant
Published by Tommy Nelson, 2024
In the busy Bunny household, it's hard for Bubby to get quality alone time with Mom. But there's no bunny like Bubby, and he hatches a plan that leads to a sweet Mommy Date and the hoppiest of hearts.
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