APTN News: Cree author David A. Robertson now leading Indigenous children’s book publishing

Cierra Bettens interviews David A. Robertson on his exciting new imprint with Penguin Random House Canada!


He’s published more than 30 books – and now, David A. Robertson is on a mission to help other Indigenous writers and illustrators dip their toes into the publishing world.

After releasing a young adult fantasy series called The Misewa Saga through Penguin Random House Canada, the author and member of Norway House Cree Nation is launching a new imprint with the publisher dedicated to Indigenous children’s books.

The imprint, called Swift Water Books, will publish children and youth-focused picture books, chapter books and graphic novels exclusively by Indigenous authors and illustrators.


Read the article online here.

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