"I'm deeply honored to be selected by the Texas Library Assocation," says Kodi author Jared Cullum. "This list holds a special place in my heart because I spent most of my young adult life in Keller, Texas. Libraries were a cornerstone of my upbringing, and they're just as important to my own kids' life now."

“It’s an honor for Red Panda & Moon Bear to make this fantastic list," says Jarod Roselló. "As a kid, I was enchanted by stories of kids fighting monsters, helping their communities, and discovering the wonder of the world around them. I’m grateful I can contribute to that magic today. I salute the librarians who continue to work towards diversifying children’s literature and giving kids access to a diverse range of voices and stories.”

Parents, teachers, and librarians in Texas and beyond can also enjoy Red Panda & Moon Bear's adventures in Spanish with Panda Roja y Oso Lunar, part of IDW Publishing's new in-house Spanish publishing program. A sequel, Red Panda & Moon Bear: The Curse of the Evil Eye, is coming in early 2022.