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★ ""Sumptuous and immersive—perfect for encouraging kids to celebrate their own family connections."" —Kirkus Reviews, starred review ""Beautiful illustrations and rhythmic writing make this a wonderful read-aloud book about family 'love, hope, pride, and freedom.'"" —School Library Journal

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Antwan Eady is the author of the award-winning picture book Nigel and the Moon, illustrated by Gracey Zhang and The Last Stand, illustrated by Jarrett and Jerome Pumphrey, which received seven starred reviews. Down the dirt roads of South Carolina's Low Country is where Antwan's understanding of-and appreciation for-family, community, and land unfolded. Now he shares those stories with the world. When he isn't writing, he's visiting schools, libraries, and colleges throughout the country. A graduate of Clemson University, Antwan lives in Savannah, Georgia. London Ladd is a prominent illustrator who has received recognition from the American Library Association, Parent's Choice Awards, Society of Illustrators, Communication Arts, American Illustration, and World Illustration Awards and has been nominated for an NAACP Image Award. London has illustrated numerous critically acclaimed books, including Black Gold, My Red, White, and Blue, and You So Black, as well as newspapers, magazines, and community-based murals. London is currently an adjunct professor at Syracuse University. He resides in Syracuse, NY.

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