Publishers: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books

About this publisher’s catalog

This catalog offers a diverse collection of stories primarily aimed at younger readers, blending historical settings with imaginative and holiday-themed narratives. The selection often highlights family connections and social themes through accessible, character-driven tales. Readers can expect a mix of both grounded and fantastical elements across a range of cultural and seasonal contexts.

What you’ll often find

  • Stories set in historical or cultural backdrops, often exploring family and community relationships.
  • Holiday and seasonal themes, including Christmas, Hanukkah, and Halloween celebrations.
  • Imaginative and magical elements woven into playful or humorous narratives.
  • Explorations of friendship and social experiences through relatable characters.
  • Animal characters and nature settings that support themes of discovery and adventure.
  • Multigenerational family stories that emphasize heritage and tradition.
  • Coming-of-age moments and sibling dynamics within varied historical and cultural contexts.

How to browse this shelf

  • Look for books grouped by seasonal or holiday themes to find festive stories.
  • Explore titles featuring historical settings to discover culturally rich narratives.
  • Seek out stories with animal protagonists for nature-oriented adventures.
  • Try selecting books centered on family and social themes for relational depth.
  • Start with collections that blend fantasy and humor for lighter, imaginative reads.
  • Use thematic clusters such as friendship or coming-of-age to match mood or interest.
  • Distinguish between more realistic fiction and those with magical or fantastical elements to suit your preference.

Good fit if you like

  • Stories that balance warmth and emotional insight with accessible storytelling.
  • Books that incorporate cultural traditions and seasonal celebrations.
  • Engaging narratives that combine historical detail with personal growth.
  • Lighthearted tales featuring imaginative play and humor.
  • Character-driven plots emphasizing family bonds and friendship.
  • Reading experiences that offer both comfort and gentle adventure.

Generated from the books currently available in this catalog.

  • Mission: In Search of the Time and Space Machine — Deborah Abela

    Mission: In Search of the Time and Space Machine — Deborah Abela

  • If the Walls Could Talk Family Life at the White House — Jane O’Connor

    If the Walls Could Talk Family Life at the White House — Jane O’Connor

  • Bubba and Trixie — Lisa Campbell Ernst

    Bubba and Trixie — Lisa Campbell Ernst

  • Elizabeth and Larry — Marilyn Sadler

    Elizabeth and Larry — Marilyn Sadler

  • The Super-duper Cookie Caper — Laura Lee Hope

    The Super-duper Cookie Caper — Laura Lee Hope

  • Poindexter Makes a Friend — Mike Twohy

    Poindexter Makes a Friend — Mike Twohy

  • The Perfect Hug — Joanna Walsh

    The Perfect Hug — Joanna Walsh

  • Yellow Kayak — Nina Laden

    Yellow Kayak — Nina Laden

  • Christmas Time — Catherine Stock

    Christmas Time — Catherine Stock

  • La encrucijada (The Crossroads) — Alexandra Diaz

    La encrucijada (The Crossroads) — Alexandra Diaz

  • In the Mummy’s Tomb Phantom Valley — Lynn Beach

    In the Mummy’s Tomb Phantom Valley — Lynn Beach

  • Festival of Lights The Story of Hanukkah — Maida Silverman

    Festival of Lights The Story of Hanukkah — Maida Silverman

  • Amelia’s 5th-Grade Notebook — Marissa Moss

    Amelia’s 5th-Grade Notebook — Marissa Moss

  • So That’s How I Was Born! — Robert Brooks

    So That’s How I Was Born! — Robert Brooks

  • Blork’s Evil Twin — Bruce Coville

    Blork’s Evil Twin — Bruce Coville

  • How to Survive Third Grade — Laurie Lawlor

    How to Survive Third Grade — Laurie Lawlor

  • Sparrows in the Scullery — Barbara Brooks Wallace

    Sparrows in the Scullery — Barbara Brooks Wallace

  • Mighty Tug — Alyssa Satin Capucilli

    Mighty Tug — Alyssa Satin Capucilli

  • Rock Star: How Ursula Marvin Mapped Moon Rocks and Meteorites — Sandra Neil Wallace

    Rock Star: How Ursula Marvin Mapped Moon Rocks and Meteorites — Sandra Neil Wallace

  • Double Pink — Kate Feiffer

    Double Pink — Kate Feiffer