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Our Mission

Little Bee Publishing is dedicated to creating meaningful picture books that foster kindness, awareness, and self-empowerment in young readers. Our curated collection includes delightful stories that embrace emotional development and promote diversity and acceptance of differences. Join us in celebrating the voice of every child through enchanting tales that make a positive impact.

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Read With Me

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Meet Our Team

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Kusum Byrd - Author

Kusum is a passionate educator, mother and writer. She believes strongly in providing children with the confidence and encouragement to become positive leaders in the world around them. She lives in Murrieta, CA with her two younger children and their two dogs, Bolt and Bailey.

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Prasadi Kumarathne - Illustrator

Prasadi lives in Sri Lanka and is a talented and creative illustrator. She enjoys working on projects that promote empowerment and that spread joy.

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Request  Author Readings       

Kusum is available for in person, author readings. Rates for readings are based on location, number of participants, date and time. Readings will include giveaways including but not limited to: stickers, coloring pages, book marks, etc.!

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Schedule an appointment
June 2025
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Week starting Sunday, June 1
Time zone: Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)In person
Friday, Jun 6
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

In person author readings are available within 90 miles of Temecula, CA.

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