St. Paul, MN - Planting People Growing Justice Press (PPGJ Press), an award-winning, Black woman-owned publisher committed to inspiring the next generation of leaders through literacy, is proud to announce a dynamic slate of new book releases for 2025. Distributed through Lerner Publisher Services, these titles continue the press’s mission of building a love for reading while celebrating culture, leadership, and social change.

“We believe when children learn to read, they can truly learn to lead,” said Dr. Artika R. Tyner, founder of PPGJ Press. “Our 2025 collection gives young readers the tools to dream bigger, think critically, and see themselves reflected in powerful stories of leadership, culture, and justice.”

New Titles for 2025

Children’s Fiction and Early Learning

• Hunger Savers Club (By: Aya Daali) – A powerful story that teaches children about food justice, community, and the importance of helping one another.

• Jacobi’s STEM Fair (By: Micah Allen) – A celebration of curiosity and innovation, inspiring young readers to embrace science, technology, engineering, and math.

• Amazing Foods of Africa: A to Z (By: Dr. Artika Tyner & Dorthy Gbolo) – A vibrant journey through the diverse and delicious foods of Africa, combining cultural pride with literacy skill-building.

Leaders Are Readers Series

Designed to nurture a love of reading while highlighting everyday experiences, this series empowers children to see themselves as leaders in their own communities.

• Akua to Post Office (By: Dr. Artika Tyner) – Akua’s everyday adventure shows the importance of community helpers.

• Kojo Goes to the Library (By: Dr. Artika Tyner) – Kojo discovers the joy and power of books, reinforcing literacy as the gateway to leadership.

Difference Makers Biographies

This series celebrates trailblazers who changed the world, offering young readers real-life heroes to model their own leadership journeys after.

• Carl Walker: The Sound of Justice (By: Majeste Phillip) – The story of a young leader using his voice to stand for justice.

• Shirley Chisholm: Champion of Change (By: Dr. Tonya Allen) – Honoring the first Black woman elected to the U.S. Congress and her lasting impact on American politics.

• Charlotte Ray: Trailblazing Lawyer (By: Nancy Loewen) – Sharing the story of the first Black woman attorney in the United States.

• Lusia Harris: Basketball Star (By: Nancy Loewen) – Celebrating the legacy of the first woman officially drafted into the NBA and her pioneering role in women’s sports.

• Grant West: Learning through Music (By: Tristan Hitchens-Brookins) – A story that highlights how music inspires creativity, confidence, and learning.

About Planting People Growing Justice Press

Planting People Growing Justice Press was founded with the mission to promote literacy and diversity in children’s books, while cultivating future leaders. With the guiding principle Leaders are Readers, PPGJ Press creates empowering stories that celebrate culture, history, and leadership.

All titles are distributed by Lerner Publisher Services and available through lernerbooks.com/PPGJEdelweiss

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