The Real Santa

- Reviews -

"This heartwarming depiction of a loving Black family experiencing a beloved holiday is a delight to behold and is just what many have been waiting for. " -Kirkus, starred review "Redd' s representation of a Black family during the holidays radiates pride in self-identity, while Barlow' s cozy mixed-media illustrations conjure the wonder of the season in this welcome, resonant tale. " -Publishers Weekly, starred review ". . . Lovingly depicts the family engaging in holiday traditions and routines like braiding hair before bed. A warm tale for Kingle-curious kids. " -Booklist "Cozy, detailed art in Christmassy colors supports a joyous story of self-worth and inclusivity. "-The Horn Book

- Author Bio -

Nancy Redd is an award-winning on-air host, a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, a two-time Mom' s Choice Award winner, an NAACP Image Award nominee for outstanding literary work, a New York Times columnist, and a GLAAD Media Award nominee for outstanding digital journalism. She is also the author Bedtime Bonnet. Called "the perfect combination of style and substance" by Essence magazine, Nancy holds an honors degree in women' s studies from Harvard University. This book was inspired by Nancy' s family' s own beloved Christmas traditions. Find Nancy online at www. nancyredd. com. Growing up, Charnelle Pinkney Barlow was surrounded by art. Her passion for illustration grew after being introduced to the wonderful world of watercolor. She received her BFA in Illustration from the University of the Arts and her MFA in Illustration as Visual Essay from the School of Visual Arts. Creating images and stories that speak to the hearts of children and those that guide them is her greatest joy. Charnelle currently lives in Indianapolis with her husband. When she' s not drawing, she is baking, sewing or reading with a cup of tea by her side. Find her online at www. callmechartreuse. com.

- Full Details -

Status:	Indent title, imported to order
ISBN-13:	9780593178140
Published:	26 Oct 2021
Published In:	United States
Imprint:	Random House Books for Young Readers
Publisher:	Random House USA Inc
Format:	Hardback
Height:	254mm
Width:	254mm
Pages:	40

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