Marissa Moss, who founded Creston Books in 2013, champions storytelling that resonates with intelligence, creativity, and depth. In the face of challenges such as social media distractions, book bans, and evolving reading habits, her independent children's publishing company has achieved considerable acclaim. Approximately one-third of the 19 published books have earned starred reviews and awards. Moss's belief in creating engaging, meaningful narratives ensures her stories speak to children without condescension, as demonstrated by her latest publication, 'Ellis Island Passover,' a multigenerational tale appealing to a broad audience.
Author and publisher Marissa Moss successfully navigates the challenges of independent children's publishing, focusing on powerful stories and engaging young readers with quality content.
Moss emphasizes the importance of not talking down to kids, engaging them as intelligent individuals through the craft of storytelling and beautiful illustrations.
Her success at Creston Books showcases resilience against the backdrop of social media, book bans, and changing reading habits among youth.
Moss's latest release, 'Ellis Island Passover,' highlights the importance of multigenerational storytelling that resonates with readers beyond just the children’s category.
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