Pajama Press Information

Pajama Press is a children's literary press that publishes award-winning titles of current and enduring relevance, with special interest in stories of immigration, refugees, disability, science/nature, and social-emotional learning, as well as books that celebrate the pure joy of being a child. Through the use of literary fiction and nonfiction, we strive always to spotlight and validate the thoughts and experiences of all young people, and to expand their awareness of the thoughts and experiences of others. We continue to meet our mandate of creating Canadian children’s books that combine literary excellence, stringent editorial standards, beautiful illustrations, and exceptional production values. Pajama Press currently has 175 hardcover titles in print with 85 in alternate formats. Company Overview and General Information: Pajama Press was established in early 2011. Our first list of three books were announced in May 2011 and published in the Fall of 2011. The core of our company is a group of highly talented professionals. Gail Elizabeth Winskill, Publisher, has more than 45 years of publishing experience with a focus on excellence in children’s books. Gail handles all acquisitions and the management of Pajama Press. Quinn Baker, our Sales & Marketing Manager, oversees all North American sales including Foreign Rights; Erin Alladin, our long-standing Associate Editor, oversees our editorial and the production of our growing list of 18 to 20 new titles per year; Simin Dewji is our Sales & Marketing Assistant; Liza Kleinloog is our Office Administrator; and Lorena Gonzalez is our Designer. Our Canadian distribution is handled by UTP and our US and International distribution is handled by PGW. Please see our website: www.pajamapress.ca for information regarding our award-winning books!