Why Options Matter: Hardcover, Paperback, and eBook for Pooja’s Adventure!
Hey there, friends of Pooja and book lovers everywhere!
I’m Marla Emory, illustrator of Pooja: Destiny Awaits, fresh off a dreamy trip to Southern France and back in the groove with Jamison Shults, our author. Yesterday, we kicked off a trifecta sale—Pooja: Destiny Awaits is now available in hardcover, paperback, and eBook! It got me thinking about why having all these options matters so much, not just for us, but for you—our readers. Let’s dive into how each format brings Pooja’s 58-page journey to life in its own special way!
Hardcover: A Keepsake for Little Hands
Hardcovers are magic—there’s nothing like the weight of a sturdy book in a kid’s hands. Our 50 English hardcovers (and the Spanish Pooja: El Destino Aguarda, processing on IngramSpark) are built to last, perfect for storytime snuggles or a spot on the shelf. Parents love them as gifts, and kids 4-12 adore flipping through to see Pooja’s South Indian adventures in full color. At Lincoln Parish Library on May 28, we’ll have hardcovers for Jamison to read and me to sketch from—they’re the star of the show! Plus, you can DM @poojaadventures on FB Messenger for a signed copy—makes it extra special.
Paperback: Easy to Grab, Easy to Love
Paperbacks are the go-everywhere option—light, affordable, and ready for adventure. Our softcover just launched in the trifecta sale, and it’s perfect for tossing in a backpack for a car ride or a quiet afternoon. Kids can carry Pooja’s story to school, and parents don’t stress about wear and tear. I sketched some new ideas for Pooja and the White Buffalo on my flight back from France—paperbacks are how I imagine kids reading her next tale, maybe on a trip to Southern Oklahoma like she’ll be!
eBook: Digital Magic for Modern Readers
eBooks are a game-changer—our English eBook got approved on IngramSpark, and it’s live (or will be soon!) on Amazon, Kobo, and more. At $7.99, it’s a steal for families who love digital. eBooks let kids read on tablets during travel (like my Carcassonne coffee breaks in France!), and parents can store a library without clutter. Plus, they’re eco-friendly—no paper, no shipping. Our fixed-layout ePub keeps my illustrations crisp—Pooja’s colors pop on screen, perfect for a quick bedtime read.
Why Options Matter
Having hardcover, paperback, and eBook means Pooja reaches everyone—collectors who cherish hardcovers, on-the-go families grabbing paperbacks, and tech-savvy readers swiping through eBooks. It’s about meeting readers where they are. In Southern France, I saw kids sharing stories in village squares—some had dog-eared books, others had tablets. Options let us fit into all those moments. With El Destino Aguarda coming and talks with BCB in NOLA brewing, we’re ready to connect with even more kids, whether they’re in Ruston, Sedona, or beyond.
Join the Trifecta Sale
Missed yesterday’s news? Pooja: Destiny Awaits is on sale at www.jamisonshults.com: hardcover $22.99, softcover $17.95, eBook $7.99! DM @poojaadventures on FB Messenger for a signed hardcover—we’ve got some of our 50 left! Check our daily updates here—Pooja’s global journey (and her next stop in Southern Oklahoma) is just getting started. Follow us on TikTok, X, Instagram, Facebook (@PoojaAdventures)—which format’s your fave?
Warmly,
Marla Emory
Illustrator of Pooja: Destiny Awaits & Pooja: El Destino Aguarda