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GIVEAWAY! Here’s your chance to win two tickets to experience the magic of The Lion King at The Bushnell @thebushnell.

Imagine being swept up in breathtaking artistry, unforgettable music, and the wonder of this six-time Tony Award®-winning masterpiece in Hartford, CT. It’s the ultimate night out for all ages, perfect to kick off Thanksgiving break with family or friends.

To Enter:
1. Follow both @TheBushnell and @hereweeread.
2. Tag a friend you’d take with you to the show! Each tag is an entry, so go wild! 🦁

Show Details:
📅 Wednesday, November 20 | 7:30PM
📍 The Bushnell Theatre, Hartford, CT

Winner will be selected at random and contacted only through this account. No fees to enter, and I’ll never ask for payment infomation. Be wary of scammers! Winners chosen by November 12th.

Ready to experience the Circle of Life? 🌍 Tap in now, and good luck!

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Check out these ten newly released picture books from some incredible Black authors.

SAVE or SHARE this post or SAVE it for your next trip to the library or your local bookstore.

From beautiful tales of family, friendship, self-love, and Black joy to creative twists and turns that’ll spark any child’s imagination, these books are everything we need to see.

I’m also making it my mission to uplift adult and children’s books by Black authors because supporting Black voices and creativity goes beyond the page. It’s about creating community, legacy, and making sure our stories are heard.

Thank you to @harperkids for sending me these books for the #BlackKidLitAwards. @blackkidlitcollective

Spy any you want to read or add to your TBR list? 👇🏾

Books featured here:

A Crown of Stories: The Life and Language of Beloved Writer Toni Morrison @caroleweatherford
Your House Is Not Just a House @idrisgoodwin @lorrainenam
Etta Extraordinaire Goes to the White House @hereweeread @rodaworld @chloeb.artistry
They Built Me for Freedom @tonyaellisbooks @knotwritenow
Stacey Speaks Up @staceyabrams @kitt.thomas.art
What Love Looks Like @lauraobuobi @anna_cunha
Be, Black Girl, Be @coilyandcute @tdarks_author
Sydney’s Big Speech @malcolm.newsome @jadefrolics
Brandon and the Baby @brianpinkneyart
My Smock is a Story @activereadingmama @keishaoak

Add this library to your bucket list: The Providence Athenaeum @pvdath in Providence, Rhode Island. It’s one of the oldest libraries in the U.S.

Founded in 1836, this library has been visited by the likes of Edgar Allen Poe, Sarah Helen Whitman, Ralph Waldo Emerson and more literary icons.

Have you visited before? 👇🏾

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The back-to-school season can sometimes be as exciting as it is overwhelming. Educators need to get their classrooms ready, plan lessons and dream up ways to inspire their students. #partner

First Book @firstbookorg helps make it easier and more affordable to get access to books. Whether you’re a teacher, librarian, or program leader, you can access an amazing selection of new books and free educational resources, all tailored to support kids from underserved communities.

The best part? It’s all within reach, by joining First Book’s network. Take 5 minutes today to sign up for free and join a community of over 600,000 educators dedicated to creating brighter futures. This opportunity is especially great for educators who teach kids in need. Sign up for free via the temporary link in my bio.

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It was so great to finally meet a few bookish babes in-person at the @oprahsbookclub event hosted by @strandbookstore last week.

Featured here are: @thereadingninja, @lupita.reads, @blackgirlbookadventures and me @hereweeread.

Eva Chen interviewed @oprah to discuss @lizstroutauthor Elizabeth Strout’s ‘Tell Me Everything’ as her latest book club selection. Everyone in attendance went home with a copy of the book.

Have you met any fellow book lovers who you follow online in-person? Tag them in the comments of this post.

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September 10th will forever be marked as Etta Day and Oprah Day in my calendar. Not only did I launch my picture book Etta Extraordinaire Goes to the White House, but I also had the unforgettable opportunity to attend an Oprah’s Book Club @oprahsbookclub event at @strandbookstore, hosted by @meta.

Meeting @oprah in person and listening to her speak about Elizabeth Strout’s @lizstroutauthor Tell Me Everything with Eva Chen @evachen212 was just surreal. The energy in the room was inspiring, and I felt the power of storytelling on a whole new level.

Launching my book on the same day I met Oprah feels like a full-circle moment in my journey as a writer. I’m beyond grateful for the experience. Thank you, @meta for the invitation.

Etta Extraordinaire Goes to the White House is available for sale now wherever books are sold. Published by @harperkids @wmebooks.

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$As the new school year kicks off, let’s make sure every kid has what they need to succeed. #partner First Book @firstbookorg is here to help you restock those shelves and refresh your resources without breaking the bank. With First Book, educators can access thousands of books, from picture books to chapter books, at a fraction of the cost. Plus, you’ll find a treasure trove of free resources to help your students celebrate diversity, develop empathy, and support their mental health. Ready to join over 600,000 educators who’ve already made the leap? This opportunity is especially great for educators who teach kids in need. Sign up for free via the temporary link in my bio in just 5 minutes and get ready to make this school year the best one yet! #FirstBook #backtoschool2024 #EducationalEquity #EliminatingBarriers #EquitableEducation #EducationForAll #EducationTransformsLives #teachersrock$