Independent Children's Press • Est. in Arizona
Independent Press.
Independent Press.
Intentional books.
Small-Tooth-Dog Publishing Group publishes picture books and middle-grade titles built on relatable characters, connected places, and real discovery. Books with hidden details. Books kids return to.
Our Catalog
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Books Worth the Look
Why We Exist
We publish books that give young readers
We publish books that give young readers
something to come back for.
Every Small-Tooth-Dog title is built with embedded details, layered stories, and characters that feel real. We believe children's books should reward a second look, a third, a tenth.
Our Story
For Authors
Ready to submit your manuscript?
We work with authors writing picture books and middle-grade fiction rooted in the American Southwest and beyond. We're a small press that moves thoughtfully and stays close to our authors.
- Picture books and middle-grade fiction
- Southwest, multicultural, and diverse voices
- Direct collaboration from first draft forward
- Illustrators matched to your vision
Media & Librarians
Review copies, press kits, and catalog info
We welcome coverage, classroom visits, library events, and partnerships. Our team is responsive and our books are available through IngramSpark for easy library ordering.
- Review copies available on request
- Press kits and author bio materials
- Author visit and school event inquiries
- Available via IngramSpark for library orders
About the Press
An independent press with a long view
Small-Tooth-Dog Publishing Group is run by Sean and Michelle Buvala out of Tolleson, Arizona. Sean is a professional storytelling practitioner with over 40 years of experience. Michelle is the illustrator and artist behind several of our titles. Together they built a press focused on stories that children don't just read once.
Meet the Team
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New books. Events. Publishing news.
We send updates when there's something worth saying — new releases, festival appearances, author news, and the occasional behind-the-scenes look at what we're building. No filler.
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