I'm honored and delighted to share this with the whole team: co-author Charles Waters, illustrators Sean Qualls and Selina Alko, and the find folks at Carolrhoda/Lerner.
You can read the full review at Kirkus, and here is the closing sentence:
"A brave and touching portrayal worthy of sharing in classrooms across America." - Kirkus / STARRED
Readers, it's the "brave" that makes my heart pirouette. Talking about race and racism isn't easy. But if shy, private me can be brave, others can too. Let's do it together, shall we?
Congratulations to all! I'm looking forward to it, Irene!
ReplyDeleteWonderful review, Brave Irene! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteHey Poetic forever friend. Hooray for our book and hooray for friendship, mistakes and understanding. We're on our way!
ReplyDeleteYOU are a star - Congrats to the whole team! Been waiting for this one... XO
ReplyDeleteSo happy for you and Charles! I can't wait to get my hands and heart on that book! Looking forward to your visit in February and NCTE
ReplyDeleteBig hug-