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

December 1, 2026

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Purple Diamond Press is proud to announce that we have been honored as the Best Children’s Publishing Company for Diversity & Inclusion in 2025. This prestigious recognition celebrates our continued commitment to uplifting children through meaningful, inclusive, and empowering literature.

 

This award is more than a milestone—it’s a reflection of our mission, our values, and the work we’ve poured into creating stories that inspire the next generation.

 

A Mission Built on Representation, Empowerment, and Heart

At Purple Diamond Press, our goal has always been clear:
to publish children’s books that make a difference.

From our earliest stories to our newest releases, we’ve remained dedicated to producing books that celebrate:


    •    Diversity & representation
    •    Kindness & emotional wellness
    •    Disability awareness
    •    Financial literacy
    •    Friendship, courage, mindfulness, and perseverance

 

As a woman-owned, disability-owned publishing house, we know firsthand how important representation is. We know what it means for a child to finally see themselves in the pages of a book—and to feel valued, celebrated, and seen.

This award highlights exactly what we stand for:
Stories that not only entertain, but uplift, inspire, and educate.
 

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Creating Real Impact in Classrooms Nationwide

One of our proudest accomplishments is our growing footprint in schools across the United States. Through school visits, district partnerships, literacy programs, and book donation initiatives, Purple Diamond Press is helping shape a kinder, more inclusive generation of students.

 

Our books—including favorites like What If We Were All the Same!, What If We Were All Friends!, SEEN, Cammie’s Big Dream, The Caterpillar Hotel, Gareth Gets a Job, Why Can’t I…, and more—are being read in classrooms, libraries, and homes nationwide.

 

Educators consistently praise our titles for:

 

✨ promoting empathy
✨ encouraging confidence
✨ reinforcing social-emotional learning
✨ representing diverse voices
✨ supporting positive school culture

Creating Real Impact in Classrooms Nationwide

Creating Real Impact in Classrooms Nationwide

 

And now, with the growth of our trademarked brand What If We Were®, our impact continues to expand.

Creating Real Impact in Classrooms Nationwide

For founder and CEO C.M. Harris, this award carries deep meaning.

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Perfect Book Set for School Days

Inspire kindness, empathy, and self-acceptance in your classroom or home with this beautifully illustrated picture book bundle. Perfect for early elementary readers, this trio of empowering stories by award-winning author C.M. Harris helps young children explore important social-emotional lessons through engaging rhymes and relatable characters.

📘 Just Because… – A gentle story about self-love and embracing our differences.

📗 Why Can’t I… – A classroom tale encouraging kindness over bullying and the power of using our words wisely.

📙 My Teacher Says: A Day at School – A playful introduction to kindness, sharing, and classroom values—all told from a teacher’s encouraging point of view.

Whether you’re an educator, parent, or counselor, this bundle is a must-have for building a more inclusive, positive environment for children.
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We Are [Your School] – Customizable Children’s Book for Schools

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We Are [Your School] is a one-of-a-kind customizable children’s picture book that lets schools showcase their school spirit on the cover and throughout the story.

This uplifting book highlights pride, kindness, and unity, giving students a story that celebrates their own school community. Perfect for fostering school spirit, building inclusion, and reinforcing positive values.

With vibrant illustrations and joyful text, children will see a school where:

✔ Everyone belongs and is celebrated

✔ Lunch tables and playgrounds are always open for new friends

✔ Kindness and respect are at the heart of every lesson

✔ Pride in your school is something to share and cherish


Why Schools Love It:

  • Personalized with your school’s pride and spirit

  • Builds unity and pride among students and families

  • A lasting keepsake for school events, fundraisers, and author visits

  • Perfect for PTA projects, literacy programs, and donor-sponsored book drives

 

📚 Recommended for grades K–6 A meaningful gift for every student and a powerful addition to the classroom library.
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I started with nothing—no representation, no connections, no one opening doors for me. Instead of waiting for a seat at the table, I built my own. This award is a reminder that purpose, passion, and perseverance can create something bigger than you ever imagined.

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Her journey is the heart of Purple Diamond Press.
Her mission is why this company continues to grow.
And her vision is shaping the future of children’s literature.

"A Visionary Approach to Diversity

 

Purple Diamond Press stands at the forefront of a movement to reimagine children’s literature, ensuring that every child sees themselves reflected in the stories they read. Founded by C.M. Harris, who drew from personal experience to shape her vision, Purple Diamond Press is a woman-owned, disability-owned publishing house dedicated to producing books that celebrate inclusivity, empathy, kindness, and emotional well-being. The company’s catalog features a wide array of titles that focus on themes of diversity, acceptance, financial literacy, disability representation, and emotional growth. Through these stories, Purple Diamond Press helps children navigate the complexities of the world while empowering them to embrace differences and foster kindness...."

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What This Award Means for the Future

 

Winning Best Children’s Publishing Company for Diversity & Inclusion in 2025 is a milestone—but it’s also a beginning.

 

In 2025 and beyond, Purple Diamond Press is committed to:
    •    Expanding our catalog with more diverse and empowering stories
    •    Bringing inclusive literature into more schools and districts
    •    Strengthening partnerships with educators, nonprofits, and communities
    •    Growing the What If We Were® movement
    •    Developing new initiatives that support emotional wellness and representation

 

Our mission continues to evolve—but the heart behind it remains the same:
Every child deserves to feel seen, valued, and loved.
 

Thank You for Supporting Our Mission

 

We couldn’t have reached this milestone without:
    •    our amazing readers
    •    dedicated educators
    •    supportive families
    •    our talented authors and illustrators
    •    community partners
    •    and YOU

 

From the bottom of our hearts—thank you for believing in our mission and our books.

 

This award belongs to all of us.
And the best is still ahead.

 

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📣 Stay Connected

 

Visit us at:
🌐 PurpleDiamondPress.com
🌐 WhatIfWeWereOfficial.com

 

Follow our journey on social media:
📸 Instagram: @purplediamondpress
📘 Facebook: PurpleDiamondPress
💼 LinkedIn: Purple Diamond Press, Inc.