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Our Story
Welcome to Paper Hat Press, publishers of the best personalized books and keepsakes for kids. What makes our books the best? We know how to make them. We’re an award-winning team of children’s book authors, editors, illustrators, designers, and book lovers. We’re also mothers and fathers, aunts and uncles, caregivers and friends. We’re about raising great kids and making great books—meaningful, high-quality, custom-made books featuring super characters—your kids!—and their truly super qualities, engaging stories and gorgeous artwork. We make books that parents and kids can hold together, read over and over, and keep forever. Our one-of-a-kind, personalized books and keepsakes are sure to surprise and delight. But don’t just take our word that Paper Hat Press books are the best. See what customers and critics have to say!
Our People
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Manish Naik
CEO and Founder
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Christina Stokes
Founder
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Jon Stokes
Chief Product Officer and Founder
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Amy Novesky
Creative Director and Founder
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Sara Gillingham
Art Director
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Kristen Haff
Designer

