About Curious Bird Books
Back in 2013, artists Eric Gjerde and Ioana Stoian set up Busy Hands Books, a tiny independent publishing company based in the UK with the intent of creating books about paper crafts.
However, after a move to the US and the addition of two children to their family, this husband and wife team soon started to create titles for their children to enjoy. Their mission is to produce timeless books with high-quality artwork. Books that celebrate childhood, books that encourage curiosity about the world we live in, and books that inspire families to spend time together outside in nature.
In 2024, nestled in a mountain valley in New Hampshire, they launched Curious Bird Books – a new publishing company to continue their endeavors.
Our Books
We have several new titles coming in 2024 that we are eagerly working on.
Our current titles are available online and wherever books are sold.
Our Illustrators
As artists ourselves, we love to collaborate with talented individuals. Here are some of the artists we’ve had the pleasure to work with.
Julia Leister
With a love for all things vintage and ephemeral, Germany-based illustrator Julia Leister draws inspiration from the past while keeping her work modern and fresh. She tells stories through her art, aiming to spark curiosity, evoke emotions, and create meaningful moments in everyday life.
Her digital illustrations are featured in One Year: Une Année / Un Año / Ein Jahr, 2024.
Get in touch
We are happy to hear from you! Contact us via email: contact@curiousbirdbooks.com
Please note: we are unable to accept unsolicited submissions from authors or illustrators at this time.