Not content with conquering the literary world as a children’s writer, Matthew Gray Gubler also launched himself as a publisher in 2023 when he teamed up with Abrams Books to create his own imprint, Pumpkin Patch Press. And the “Horse Girl” star couldn’t have been more excited about the collaboration.
In a chat with Publishers Weekly, Gubler said, “We share a deep love and appreciation for meticulous details and want to spoil readers with the most beautifully crafted books imaginable — the kind of things you want to pass on to future generations, or at least use as a colorful coaster.” The actor was particularly delighted about how his latest clothbound release, “The Little Kid with the Big Green Hand,” was presented. “It feels like the book is wearing a sweater made by your grandma,” he said.
Gubler, who also illustrates and handwrites every aspect of his books, told Good Housekeeping why he wanted to retain a homemade touch: “To me, the best thing you can give someone is a personal gift, like a hand drawn card. With everything, from the books to directing and even my acting, I want people to feel the human touch and know that it was made for them by a person who loves them … What it gives to people, hopefully, is an entirely homemade gift from my heart.”
