What We Create

Books

We create illustrated books for children and families, alongside fiction for older readers. Our stories explore imagination, heritage, connection, and belonging.

Explore Books

Games

We develop original mobile, and console games, combining creative design with production experience. Our projects are built for players and publishing opportunities.

learn more

Services

We provide game development consulting in product strategy, production, analytics, and market research, backed by 20+ years of industry experience.

View Services

PRE-ORDERS are now OPEN!

The Secret of Grandma's Garden

The second book in the Tales with Strong Roots series. 
A warm and playful story about food, nature, family traditions, and the unexpected discoveries growing in Grandma’s garden.

Available in English & Ukrainian
Paperback · Hardcover
Expected to ship October 2026

PRE-ORDER HERE

The First Book - The Tale of Strong Roots

Gentle picture book about family, memory, and the home we carry within. Written by Valentyna Miliohlova and beautifully illustrated by Rebeckah Gerstner, this story celebrates love, traditions, and the invisible roots that connect us across generations.

The book (Hardcover, Paperback and Gift Set) can be ordered with local delivery, shipping and pick-up options at the Shop on our website. Alternatively, paperback and bilingual options available on Amazon! 

ORDER THE BOOK LOCAL GET THE BOOK ON AMAZON

Follow us:

Game Development Consulting

20+ Years of Industry Experience

  • ►
    We help game studios, startups, publishers, and investors make better product decisions, improve production processes, and identify growth opportunities. 
  • ►
    ✓ Product Strategy 
  • ►
    ✓ Production & Operations 
  • ►
    ✓ Analytics & KPI Analysis 
  • ►
    ✓ Market Research 
  • ►
    ✓ Live Operations 
  • ►
    ✓ Creative Direction
view services

Why Maple Deer

20+ Years of Industry Experience

Experience across mobile, PC, console, and live-service products. 

Strategic Expertise

Helping studios and startups make better product decisions.

Independent Creative Studio

Developing original books, games, and entertainment projects.

Based in British Columbia, Canada

Inspired by nature, creativity, and storytelling.

Partner With Us

We welcome conversations with publishers, investors, writers, artists, developers, and creative collaborators.

Contact us

Founded by a multigeneral family of storytellers and artists who believe in meaningful, human-centered creativity. 
Our projects combine art, narrative, and emotion — from picture books and screenplays to digital experiences. 
Rooted in heritage and inspired by life in Canada, we aim to create stories that feel timeless and true.  
Based on Vancouver Island, Canada. 

GET IN TOUCH