Books by David Z.M. Allison

Signed Book Pre-Orders — Mountain View Elementary (Dec 18, 2025)

On December 18, David Z.M. Allison will visit Mountain View Elementary for a special reading and book giveaway event.

Families may optionally pre-order signed copies of his books below for $12.99 each.

All books purchased on this page will be:
• Personally signed by the author
• Delivered to your child on Dec 18

There is no obligation to purchase anything — all students will enjoy the visit.

All Kinds of Families

Spaghetti tacos. Broomstick rock concerts. Snort-laughs at the airport.

All Kinds of Families is a tender celebration of everyday joy in adoptive, foster, blended, and beautifully unique homes.

With heartfelt moments and playful details, this picture book reminds us:

There’s no one way to be a family — and every way is rooted in love.

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Illustration of diverse families including children, adults, elderly, and military personnel with the text 'All Kinds of Families' and credit to David ZM Allison.

Finding a Sport for Hector

Hector has tried every sport—basketball, soccer, baseball, even swimming—and let’s just say… he’s still looking.

But when he stumbles onto the track, something finally clicks.

A story of persistence, awkwardness, and finding your “thing,” Finding a Sport for Hector celebrates the kids who take the long way around… and still end up exactly where they belong.

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Book cover titled 'Finding a Sport for Hector' by David ZM Allison, featuring a young boy with sports equipment including basketball, football, baseball gloves, helmets, and a baseball bat.