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COVER REVEAL: Nell Plants a Tree

I adore @anne_wynter and her work, so I’m thrilled to reveal the cover of her forthcoming picture book, Nell Plants a Tree. It’s illustrated by @danielmiyaresdoodles.

This upcoming picture book shares the story of Nell, a young girl who plants and nurtures a pecan tree. With Nell's care and attention, the tree grows larger and stronger - as do the generations of Nell's close-knit family. Nell Plants a Tree is a poignant reflection on family love, the passage of time, and the magic of trees.

Publishing January 2023 from @balzerandbray @harperkids. Ages 4-8 and up. #coverreveal #nellplantsatree #annewynter #danielmiyares #coverreveals
#picturebookoftheday #picturebookillustration #picturebookart

Riley Oh is back in the second book in Graci Kim’s Gifted Clans trilogy. #ad

This time, Riley is on a quest to save her witch-clan family’s magic in the book The Last Fallen Moon.

There is only one problem: half of Riley’s friends and family (including her parents) can’t remember her. Luckily, Riley comes up with a plan as she ventures through the underworld. Fans of strong friendship bonds, sisterhood, Korean culture, spirits, and mythology will enjoy this thrilling series.

The authentic narrative voice will hook young readers immediately and offers a blend of humor, urgency, and emotion. We loved this one and the first book (The Last Fallen Star), and can’t wait for the final book in this trilogy!

The Last Fallen Moon is available now wherever books are sold. Written by Graci Kim @gracikimwrites. Published by Rick Riordan @readriordan #RickRiordanPresents. Recommended for ages 8-12 and up. #TheLastFallenMoon

Finding Me

This book…oh my gosh! @violadavis, what you have done between these pages is utterly beautiful and incredible.

Also, anytime @oprah recommends a book for her book club I buy it immediately because well…Oprah!

Have you read this book yet?

P.S. It has one of the best opening sentences I’ve ever seen in a book. Highly recommended!

P.S.S. I miss classic Instagram @instagram circa 2016, 2017, 2018 when it was filled with beautiful images.

#bookfacefriday #bookfacelicious #bookface #bookfacemagazine #findingme #violadavis #oprahsbooksclub @oprahsbookclub #fridayfeels #findingmeagain #findingmebook @harperonebooks

Mae Makes a Way

Do you know the story of Mae Reeves? She was a little-known pioneering milliner who specialized in making custom hats. In 1942, she became one of the first Black women to own her own business, Mae's Millinery Shop on South Street in the heart of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Mae learned how to sew and cook after her parents died at the age of 14. By age 16, Mae graduated from high school and started teacher's college.

Mae's business attracted celebrity clients like Lena Horne, Ella Fitzgerald, and Marian Anderson. In addition to being a successful business, Mae's Millinery Shop also served as a community gathering space where people mingled regardless of class and race.

Mae Reeves retired at the age of 85 and passed away when she was 104. Today, people can visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture @nmaahc to see two recreated rooms from Mae’s Millinery Shop and admire the hats and fascinators that drew in clientele for the 56 years the store was open.

Did you already know this history? 👇🏾

Mae Makes a Way publishes May 24, 2022, but can be pre-ordered now wherever books are sold. Find the direct link in today’s stories.

@olugbemisolarhudayperkovich @andreapippins @smithsonian_books @nmaahc @smithsonian

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The World Belonged to Us

Remember, how as a kid, you could play outside until the sun went down and not get bored? Games like Tag, Double Dutch, Hide-and-Seek, and Kick the Can just to name a few. Reading The World Belonged to Us filled me with nostalgia and made me reminisce about my childhood. #penguinkidspartner

This book is a wonderful reminder that there are so many adventures to be found outside in your neighborhood that don’t cost any money. Oh, the memories of being able to play for hours on end using an old aluminum can or sidewalk chalk!

With bright, eye-catching pencil and digital art illustrations, The World Belonged to Us does an amazing job recapturing the joy and freedom of childhood summers in Brooklyn, New York.

Although the backdrop of this book is Brooklyn, this community of children and families could exist anywhere. In fact, this WAS my neighborhood where I grew up. Everything about this book filled me with so much joy as I read each page.

Although times have changed since my childhood, the fact still remains that some of most important things to live a full and meaningful life are family, close friends, community, and traditions. All of those things and more are on display in this delightful book.
 (This book is also available in Spanish, as El mundo era nuestro!)

What we’re some of your favorite outdoor childhood games? 👇🏾

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@jacqueline_woodson
@studioespinosaworks

#theworldbelongedtous #newreleasetuesday #pubday #newreleasebooks #jacquelinewoodson

It’s a Sign!, written by award-winning sibling duo Jarrett and Jerome Pumphrey, is the 9th book in New York Times best-selling author and illustrator Mo Willems’ Elephant and Piggie Like Reading! early reader series. #ad

This story follows four fox friends who have an idea to form a club. Each friend has a unique skill set that will be beneficial to the club like folding paper hats and writing.

The one thing the friends are not so good at is choosing a name for their club. They need a sign to help them find the perfect club name. How will they decide?

Themes of friendship and teamwork are on full display in this fun read aloud. The fox friends, One, Two, Kat, and Four, are new lively characters my kids enjoyed. Readers may be inspired to start a club of their own to pursue their favorite hobby or activity.

It’s a Sign! is available now wherever books are sold. Published by our friends at @disneybooks. Recommended for ages 6 to 8 and up. #itsasignbook @wjpumphrey @jpumphrey #partner

Yes We Will: Asian-Americans Who Shaped This Country

Meet 18 Asian Americans changemakers who dared to dream and persevered to achieve their goals.

The book features brief one-line biographies with extended biographies and an author’s note in the back matter.

Featured changemakers:
Franklin Chang-Díaz
Lia Cirio
Tammy Duckworth
Jenny Han
Kamala Harris
H.E.R.
Fred Korematsu
Padma Lakshmi
Sunisa Lee
Jeremy Li
Yo-Yo Ma
Amanda Nguyen
Sandra Oh
I. M. Pei
Mamie Tape
Peter Tsai
Philip Vera Cruz
Vera Wang

Recommended for ages 4-8 and up. Temporary link in today’s stories to purchase or review.

SAVE this post for your next trip to your local indie bookstore or library or SHARE it with a friend.

Written by @kellyyanghk published by our friends at @penguinkids @penguinclassroom.

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