Books Publishing this Month at Bright: January

Happy New Year! As the holiday season trails behind, we’re looking ahead toward a big Bright future filled with exciting new books! From inspiring true stories to superhero felines, here’s a look at what’s publishing this month.

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The inspiring story of Dr. Patricia Bath, a groundbreaking ophthalmologist who pioneered laser surgery—and gave her patients the gift of sight.

Patricia’s Vision, illustrated by Alleanna Harris.

Jan 7 with Sterling Children’s Books

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"These kitties will win hearts with a glossy-eyed glance." — Kirkus Reviews

Emergency Kittens!, illustrated by Dave Mottram.

Jan 7 with Doubleday Books for Young Readers

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See bugs of all kinds dipping, sipping, crawling, and more in this charming, rhyming book.

Bug Dipping, Bug Sipping, illustrated by Lucy Semple.

Jan 21 with Simon Spotlight

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The inspiring true story of two incredibly talented women who came together to help each other shine like the stars that they are.

Making Their Voices Heard, illustrated by Alleanna Harris.

Jan 28 with Little Bee Books

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The first picture book about the inspiring life of humanitarian Jimmy Carter, the thirty-ninth president of the United States.

Hard Work, but It’s Worth It: The Life of Jimmy Carter, illustrated by Kyung Eun Han.

Jan 28 with Balzer + Bray

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