Youth Literature
Stories that nurture curiosity, kindness, and confidence.
The books at Velvet Pumpkin Books are created with care, imagination,
and heart. These stories are designed to meet young readers where they are—emotionally, intellectually, and creatively—while offering gentle guidance through themes of empathy, identity, belonging, and self-discovery. Our books celebrate difference, encourage compassion, and prioritize joy over conflict. Whether exploring friendships, navigating big feelings, or discovering the magic of being oneself, each story is written to be shared, discussed, and loved across generations.
Many of our titles include:
Inclusive characters and experiences
Gentle vocabulary development
Opportunities for discussion and reflection
Themes of kindness, courage, and acceptance
These stories are written for children but crafted with the understanding that the best books speak just as deeply to the adults who read them aloud.
Meet the World of Tallulah Froom
A collection of curious adventures about being unusual, brave, and entirely yourself
A whimsical early reader series following Tallulah Froom and her curious adventures through imagination, problem-solving, and self-discovery. Each book includes playful language, gentle lessons, and opportunities for young readers to grow in confidence and creativity.
Perfect for readers who love thoughtful stories, gentle magic, and characters who feel a little bit like themselves.
The Adventures of Tallulah Froom Un-Book One
Tallulah Froom has an unusual name, a polka-dot umbrella she never leaves home without, and a life full of extraordinary moments that most people might miss. In Un-Book One, readers are invited into the whimsical town of Dancey Chance—where trees go on vacation, cauldrons simmer on front porches, animals talk, and being different is simply part of everyday life. Through a series of interconnected adventures, Tallulah navigates friendship, fear, confidence, and kindness with curiosity, courage, and heart. Read five separate stories in five separate chapters. Coming Soon, each chapter as its own standalone chapter book!
The Adventures of Tallulah Froom Un-Book Two
Tallulah Froom is growing—not just taller, but wiser, braver, and more thoughtful about the world around her. In Un-Book Two, Tallulah discovers that imagination is powerful, honesty can be complicated, and doing the right thing isn’t always easy. Through a series of whimsical adventures involving runaway Story Blooms, unordinary breakfasts, mysterious illnesses, family traditions, and a magical town celebration, Tallulah learns that truth, kindness, and joy are deeply connected. Read five separate stories in five separate chapters. Coming Soon, each chapter as its own standalone chapter book!