New Deal: Scaredy Cats by Alexandra West Sold to Chicago Review Press

Get ready to explore the complex and evolving role of cats in horror, with SCAREDY CATS: THE NINE LIVES OF FELINES IN HORROR by Alexandra West, tracing their depictions from ancient mythology to modern cinema, and focusing on nine distinct cat archetypes and their cultural symbolism such as feminism, class structure, immigration, political corruption, and economic inequality. SCAREDY CATS has found a home at Chicago Review Press and will be publishing in fall 2026. Sold by The Rights Factory Agent Claire Cavanagh.

New Deal: I Wonder Why by Diane Terrana Sold to Nancy Paulsen Books

I WONDER WHY, written by Diane Terrana and illustrated by Heather Brockman Lee, has found a home at Nancy Paulsen Books and will be publishing in fall 2027. This heartwarming picture book takes readers on a journey with a curious child, discovering the magic and wonder in the world through the simple power of the word "WHY." An enchanting story that celebrates curiosity and the beauty of asking questions. Sold by The Rights Factory Agent Sam Hiyate.

New Deal: Sisters of the Spruce Audio by Leslie Shimotakahara Sold to Tantor Media

Kim Budnick of Tantor Media has acquired world English rights for the audiobook of SISTERS OF THE SPRUCE by Leslie Shimotakahara, a story about female adventure, friendship, and resilience, chronicling a Japanese teen's epic journey with her one friend from a remote inlet of B.C.'s Haida Gwaii during WWI! Sold by The Rights Factory Agents Julia Kim and Sam Hiyate.