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Praise for We Are Here:An Amazon's Best Book of 2023A School Library Journal Best Book of 2023* "This awe-inspiring and phenomenal work of art belongs on all shelves." -- School Library Journal, starred review* "A triumphant, encouraging tone permeates the messages to young people of color... asserting recognition and illuminating possibilities for their future." -- The Horn Book, starred review* "A powerful narrative about Black yesterdays that have built the foundation for all our tomorrows." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review* "Collaborators Charles and Collier meld pithy, free-verse lines and saturated illustrations to form an empowering treatise that celebrates the Black diaspora across time and space." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review"In storytelling dotted with words in Spanish and other languages, laid against Collier's lush, gem-toned imagery, the book weaves a unifying and empowering narrative of Black people connected across bodies of water, bonded by a common identity..." -- Nikkole Hannah-Jones, The New York Times Book Review"A stunning ode to legacies built from the past and those yet to come." -- Jacqueline Woodson, National Ambassador for Young People's Literature (2018-2019)Praise for All Because You Matter:An Instant New York Times BestsellerThe #1 Amazon Best Children's Book of 2020A Best Picture Book of 2020, Chicago Public LibraryBarnes & Noble Best Picture Book of 2020Best Books of 2020 by School Library JournalBest Books of 2020 by Kirkus ReviewsBest Children's & Teen Books of 2020 by Shelf Awareness100 Best Books for Kids by NYPLBest Book of 2020 by NPRTODAY Favorite Children's Book of 2020An ALA Notable Children's Book 2021B&N Children's Book Prize of the Year NominationWinner of the SCBWI Golden Kite Award for Picture Book Text* "A gem for every household." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review* "A richly illustrated affirmation for Black children -- especially boys... Stunning. Powerful. Timely. Illustrated inspiration at its best." -- The Horn Book, starred review* " Universal declarations are often illustrated with images of many children; this book's focus on a single child brings his experience and life -- and the ways they matter -- right up close." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review"All Because You Matter is a powerful, poetic manifesto that is required reading for every family in America." -- BookPage"A powerful tale in a broken world, this will give children hope and parents comfort... a very timely story and a wonderful addition to school and public libraries." -- School Library Journal"A title sure to be frequented by not only Black children but any child looking for a kind word and confidence boost." -- BooklistPraise for Muted, by Tami Charles:* "Heart-racing... [a] taut and gritty read." -- Booklist, starred review* "Charles's heartbreaking novel in verse shows the harsh realities of the music industry." -- School Library Journal, starred review"Catapults [readers] toward a breathless, satisfying conclusion." -- The Horn BookPraise for Like Vanessa, by Tami Charles:* "Readers of all ages and backgrounds will cheer Vanessa on and see themselves in her story. This debut is a treasure: a gift to every middle school girl who ever felt unpretty, unloved, and trapped by her circumstances." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review* "Superb." -- Booklist, starred review* "Like Vanessa is an emotionally potent, engaging young adult story with a heroine whom it is impossible not to root for. The life lessons that Nessy learns are relevant and worthwhile for everyone." -- Foreword Reviews, starred review"Charles's debut novel dexterously interlaces pathos and humor and introduces a refreshing new voice." -- Publishers WeeklyPraise for Trombone Shorty, illustrated by Bryan Collier:2016 Caldecott Honor BookCoretta Scott King (Illustrator) Award Winner* "This well-told and exquisitely illustrated story of a musician with a steep career trajectory will inspire young readers to pursue their passions, despite the challenges." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewPraise for Knock Knock, illustrated by Bryan Collier:Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award WinnerHuffington Post Best Picture Book of the YearALSC Notable Children's BookBoston Globe-Horn Book Awards Picture Book HonorChildren's Book Committee at Bank Street College Best Books of the Year"Bryan Collier's richly textured illustrations and the lyricism of Beaty's text -- with its echoes of spoken-word poetry -- make this story of bereavement also a story of possibility and beauty." -- The New York Times Book ReviewPraise for Martin's Big Words, illustrated by Bryan Collier:Caldecott Honor BookCoretta Scott King Honor BookALA Notable Children's BookNew York Times Notable Book of the Year"A stunning, reverent tribute." -- School Library Journal"A courageous testimony, an anthem for our children... simply brilliant." -- Kwame Alexander, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Door of No Return and An American Story"This book is a gift, a powerful mirror for our children to see themselves in. Thank you, Tami Charles and Bryan Collier." -- Tatyana Ali, actress, director and producer
