the bakery dragon - published by knopf books for young readers
Devin’s debut picture book as an author. Available in the US here and in the UK here!
For downloadable activity and coloring sheets for children and classrooms, click here!
Honors: An Indie Next List Pick, an ABA Indie bestseller, a USA Today bestseller, and the winner of the 2025 Barnes and Noble Children’s and YA Book Award, the Ladybug picture book award, the Kentucky Bluegrass award, the Washington Children’s Choice Picture Book Award, and the Bill Martin Jr. Picture Book Award.
★ “Kurtz (Mother of Sharks), making a polished solo debut, leavens digital illustrations reminiscent of classic animation with smart narrative pacing and a wry sense of humor.” - Publishers Weekly starred review
“The illustrations are a feast for the eyes …. Standout visuals bring a delectable tale to life.” - Kirkus Reviews
The bakery dragon and the giant cookie - published by knopf books for young readers
Can Ember bake a cookie delicious enough to melt this grumpy giant’s frosty heart? Pre-order here
The bakery dragon: snack time! - published by knopf books for young readers
Ember’s first board book for babies and toddlers! Pre-order here
the bakery dragon and the fairy cake - published by knopf books for young readers
Ember meets a very opinionated fairy in his second bakery adventure! Available here.
Honors: An Indie Next List pick, a USA Today bestseller and an ABA Indie bestseller! Shortlisted for the 2026 Indie’s Choice Book Awards.
seven ways through the woods - published by greenwillow books
A picture book written by Jenn Reese, Illustrated by Devin Elle Kurtz, available here.
Honors: An Indie Next List pick!
★ “Kurtz’s gorgeous and positively glowing painterly digital illustrations steal the show. Her expert use of light and texture creates a rich, magical world of wonder within the forest.” - Kirkus Reviews starred review
mother of sharks - published by penguin workshop
A picture book written by Melissa Cristina Márquez, illustrated by Devin Elle Kurtz - Available in English here y en Español aquí.
“Readers will soak up the vividly illustrated underwater scenes alongside the important message .… A magical story for budding scientists.” - Kirkus Reviews
windows to worlds - the art of devin elle kurtz - published by 3dtotal
An original art book detailing Devin’s artistic journey from childhood to professional. Available for purchase here.
