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Books That Make a Difference — Now Nationally Recognized

Purple Diamond Press was honored as Best Children’s Publishing Company for Diversity & Inclusion (2025)
We publish stories that help every child feel seen, valued, and loved.. Our stories empower young readers, spark important conversations, and provide teachers and parents with valuable tools to nurture empathy, creativity, and lifelong learning—making every storytime an opportunity to shape bright futures. Our mission is simple: publish stories that matter.

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Our books and resources are thoughtfully designed for:

Teachers

We understand the challenges teachers and parents face when it comes to shaping young minds.That’s why we’re dedicated to publishing books that inspire, educate, and empower children while providing additional lesson plans and materials for educators. Our CEO & award-winning author C.M. Harris creates SEL inspired stories and offers school author visits.

Parents

Our books help parents guide their children through essential lessons like sharing, honesty, and acceptance in a way that’s fun and easy to understand. With vibrant illustrations and relatable characters, we make reading an exciting adventure for children ages 3–10. Early chapter books are coming soon!

Become a 2026 Purple Diamond Press Author

We are now enrolling a limited number of new authors for the 2026 publishing cycle.

If you’re ready to bring your children’s book to life, we’d love to learn more about your story.

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Our 100% Satisfaction Promise

At Purple Diamond Press, quality matters. As an award-winning children’s publishing company, we stand behind every book we create and every service we provide.If you’re not completely satisfied with your purchase or service, we’ll work with you until you are.

From manuscript to final print, our team provides personalized guidance, professional formatting, expert design, and marketing support—ensuring that every author feels empowered, heard, and celebrated throughout the publishing journey.

Whether you’re publishing your first book or building a series, our collaborative process and attention to detail help turn your story into a lasting legacy.

Our authors trust us—and we never take that trust for granted.

As the Best Children’s Publishing Company for Diversity & Inclusion (2025), we hold our work to the highest standards. Every book, every illustration, every publishing service reflects our commitment to excellence.

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At Purple Diamond Press, we believe in the power of stories to make a difference—and we’re here to help you share yours with the world. Whether you’re an aspiring author with a dream or simply seek advice, we provide the guidance, resources, and services you need to bring your vision to life.

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Colorful & Joyful

"The Weirdots is a colorful, joyful picture book celebrating diversity, creativity, and community."

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What If We Were All The Same!

"This is a book I would love to have in my classroom! It is super simple to read, it rhymes, and has the cutest pictures. I think it is a great way to address how differences are what make us unique and it ties in real world things such as food and animals before discussing people."

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The Lonely Zebra

"I love that this book models standing up for others, forgiveness, and inclusion. This book is absolutely adorable! The illustrations are cute and colorful. I also love the kindness challenge in the back. The Lonely Zebra is truly a precious story!."

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Changing School Culture Through Award-Winning Children’s Literature
From kindness to representation, our books are shaping classrooms nationwide.

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Our Accolades & Recognition

Purple Diamond Press and our bestselling book What If We Were All The Same! have received recognition from national media, major organizations, and the education community for making a difference in children’s lives.

  • Featured on ABC7 News – Highlighted for promoting diversity and inclusion through children’s literature

• BBC CBeebies Storytime – Selected for a special children’s lunchtime story hour during the pandemic

• San Francisco 49ers Literacy Initiative – Over 2,000 copies donated to Oakland school district classrooms

• Teacher’s Pick on Amazon – Consistently chosen and recommended by educators nationwide

• Positive Reviews & Awards – Acclaimed for empowering stories that teach kindness, empathy, and self-acceptance

With every book, we’re changing the narrative for children worldwide.

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The complete What If We Were® 10-book bundle is coming soon with bonus printables and classroom discounts. Perfect for school counselors, teachers, homeschoolers, and parents who want to raise kind humans. Grab the first 5 books in the series today!

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Purple Diamond Press Wins Best Children’s Publishing Company for Diversity & Inclusion in 2025

Purple Diamond Press Wins Best Children’s Publishing Company for Diversity & Inclusion in 2025

Purple Diamond Press is proud to announce that we have been honored as the Best Children’s Publishing Company for Diversity & Inclusion in 2025, a prestigious recognition

The Perfect Holiday Books That Teach Generosity, Joy, and Inclusion: What If We Were All Merry! & What If We Were All Generous!

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We Are The Future — A Powerful New Children’s Book Coming January 27, 2026

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