Awards
- Winner of Pura Belpre Award (Children's Author) 2023
Overview
Marlene loves three things: books, her cool Tía Ruby, and hanging out with her best friend Camila. But according to her mother, Paola, the only thing she needs to focus on is school and ""growing up."" That means straightening her hair every weekend so she can have ""presentable,"" ""good hair."" But Marlene hates being in the salon and doesn't understand why her curls are not considered pretty by those around her. With a few hiccups, a dash of embarrassment, and the much-needed help of Camila and Tia Ruby, she slowly starts a journey to learn to appreciate and proudly wear her curly hair.
Full Product Details
Author: Claribel A. Ortega ,
Rose Bousamra
Publisher: Roaring Brook Press
Imprint: First Second
Dimensions:
Width: 14.00cm
, Height: 1.50cm
, Length: 20.10cm
Weight: 0.392kg
ISBN: 9781250259639
ISBN 10: 1250259630
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 18 October 2022
Recommended Age: From 8 years
Audience:
Children/juvenile
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Children / Juvenile
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
A wonderful tale about what it truly means to have good hair . . . and a good heart. --Varian Johnson, award-winning author of Twins I desperately wish I'd had a book like this when I was growing up. Frizzy is uplifting, affirming, and healing to all kids who love their curls. Curly hair power! --Zoraida Cordova, award-winning author of Valentina Salazar Is Not a Monster Hunter
A wonderful tale about what it truly means to have good hair...and a good heart. - Varian Johnson, award-winning author of Twins I desperately wish I'd had a book like this when I was growing up. Frizzy is uplifting, affirming, and healing to all kids who love their curls. Curly hair power! --Zoraida Cordova, award-winning author of Valentina Salazar Is Not a Monster Hunter
A wonderful tale about what it truly means to have good hair . . . and a good heart. --Varian Johnson, award-winning author of Twins I desperately wish I'd had a book like this when I was growing up. Frizzy is uplifting, affirming, and healing to all kids who love their curls. Curly hair power! --Zoraida Cordova, award-winning author of Valentina Salazar Is Not a Monster Hunter Bousamra's eye-catching color scheme, dominated by soft shades of pink and blue, and expressive illustrations showing Marlene's vibrant community are the perfect vessel for this story ... Marlene's journey of personal growth will evoke catharsis and joy.--Kirkus, Starred Review
Author Information
Claribel A. Ortega is a former reporter who writes middle grade and young adult books inspired by her Dominican heritage. Claribel has been featured on Buzzfeed, Good Morning America, and Deadline. Her books include the middle grade novels Ghost Squad and Witchlings, and her debut graphic novel Frizzy. claribelortega.com. Rose Bousamra is a freelance illustrator and comic creator born and based in Michigan. Frizzy is their first graphic novel, with their forthcoming solo debut graphic novel Gutless also being published with First Second. When they're not making or reading comics they love baking sweets and playing fantasy video games. rosemakesart.com
