Our Mission

IMAGINE New Possibilities

BELIEVE in Giving Back

INSPIRE the Spirit

Our books share adventures for all ages.

CELEBRATING 15 YEARS

2010-2025

Imagine. Believe. Inspire.

Award-Winning Books

Best Book Awards

The Little Book of Humorous Quotes

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Mom’s Choice Awards

Imagination Will Take You Everywhere, Mistakes Are Proof That You Are Trying, Attitude Is Everything, Believe in Yourself, Emily Dickinson Coloring Book, and Let Your Light So Shine

Reader’s Choice Book Award

Pigs Have Wings

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NYC Big Book Award

Quote Acrostic Favorites: Volume 13

Our Authors

Malcolm Kushner

Malcolm Kushner, "America's Favorite Humor Consultant," is an internationally acclaimed expert on humor and communication. He is the editor of the award-wining book The Little Book of Humorous Quotes.

Samantha Snyder

While teaching elementary school, Samantha Snyder often drew up coloring pages for her students and fellow teachers. She founded Doodle Art Alley to give those squiggly lines the proper credit they deserve.

Charles Preston

Charles Preston, a distinguished crossword puzzle expert, is the editor of the award-winning and best-selling Quote Acrostic Favorites puzzle book series.

Kathleen Welton

Kathleen Welton is celebrates the beauty of beaches, birds, and wildlife. Her books share inspiring stories and adventures where dreams take flight.

Sales Support Wildlife & Wild Places

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  • Puzzle Books for Fun

    “aka Associates is a premier publisher of puzzle books.”

    —Midwest Book Review

  • Imagination Will Take You Everywhere

    “Therapeutic, relaxating and inspirational all packaged into one.”

    —Redlady’s Reading Room

  • Quote Acrostic Favorites

    “Especially and unreservedly recommended for all dedicated word puzzle fans!”

    —Midwest Book Review

  • The Little Book of Gratitude Quotes

    "A perfect little book to pick up often to find the right words for inspiration or a note of thanks."

    —Yoga Chicago

  • Attitude Is Everything

    “Terrific fun from beginning to end. Very highly recommended for anyone who enjoys doodling and coloring."

    —Midwest Book Review

  • The Little Book of Quotes by Women

    "Fascinating, fun, informative, inspiring…a prized and unreservedly recommended pick."

    —Midwest Book Review