Baker & Taylor Publisher Services is handling sales and distribution for three new publishing partners:
CamCat Books, Charlotte, N.C., which specializes in adult genre fiction as well as YA fiction. Its current list includes mystery, thriller and suspense, science fiction/fantasy, romance, horror, and adventure. CamCat has more than 130 titles in print with five new titles releasing later this year. Its books have already won and been nominated for such awards as the Audie Award, Edgar Award, and Bram Stoker Award. (Effective July 1, U.S. and Canada.)
Taffy Tales Press, which focuses on laugh-out-loud books in novelty formats for kids. They include heartwarming tales, reimagined classic fairy tales, goodnight giggles bedtime stories, and knee-slappers with fun flaps; every book is lively and colorful yet informative and educational. Taffy Tales has approximately 40 backlist titles with 15 new titles coming this fall. (Effective immediately, U.S.)
Chicken Scratch Books, a Montana publisher of middle grade fiction that blends elements of traditional literature with fresh writing styles and a fast pace. Its goal is to produce clean, engaging stories that highlight positive character traits and values as well as to show kids how to navigate diverse challenges, choices, and consequences. Its current list is 24 titles with plans for six new titles per year. (Effective July 1, U.S. and Canada.)