Penguin Random House, author portrait placeholder image

Marissa Valdez

Originally from South Texas, MARISSA VALDEZ is a two times #1 New York Times bestselling children's book illustrator and author. She's a graduate of the Massachusetts College of Art and Design, where she received a B.F.A. in Animation. She loves to illustrate stories that are overflowing with humor, wit and totally out-there situations. In her spare time, Marissa gets her illustration inspiration by wandering around natural science museums, watching super-cool dinosaur documentaries and playing with her two fat cats in Birmingham, UK.
Troop Esme
Hattie Harmony: Opening Night
Esme's Birthday Conga Line
Hattie Harmony: Worry Detective

Books

Troop Esme
Hattie Harmony: Opening Night
Esme's Birthday Conga Line
Hattie Harmony: Worry Detective

Books for Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month this February, we are highlighting essential fiction and nonfiction for students, teachers, and parents to share and discuss this month and beyond. Join Penguin Random House Education in celebrating the contributions of Black authors and illustrators by exploring the titles here: BLACK HISTORY – ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TITLES Explore these

Read more