Description
Black Girl, they say you ain't 'posed to be here
Much of what twenty-first century culture tells black girls is not pretty: Don't wear this; don't smile at that. Don't have an opinion; don't dream big. And most of all, don't love yourself. In response to such destructive ideas, internationally recognized poet Mahogany Browne challenges the conditioning of society by crafting an anthem of strength and magic undeniable in its bloom for all beautiful Black girls. She has travelled the world sharing her vision of Black Girl Magic, and now in collaboration with artist Jess X. Snow, presents her acclaimed tribute in a visual form.
Black Girl Magic is a journey from girlhood to womanhood and an invitation to readers to find magic in themselves.
Product Details
| Publisher | Roaring Brook Press |
| Publish Date | January 02, 2018 |
| Pages | 40 |
| Language | English |
| Type |  Hardback |
| EAN/UPC | 9781250173720 |
| Dimensions | 188.5 X 7.3 X 8.9 mm | 0.5 pounds |
About the Author
Reviews
Praise for Black Girl Magic
“Browne celebrates a Black girlhood that is free, unforgettable, and luminous.” —School Library Journal
"The persuasive, powerful, and lyrical delivery with which Browne imbues the originally spoken-word poem translate to the page in bold, blocky, yet quivering text, displaying the vulnerability and hopefulness of Browne’s message." —Booklist
"An emerging, beloved tome for black girls of all ages to read and share in classrooms and conferences, over brunch, on a lazy Sunday in autumn, or whenever or wherever one needs an assuring word." —Kirkus Reviews
Praise for Woke Baby
“Every baby needs this book.” —Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times-bestselling author
“Bubbling with an easy joy and nascent sense of justice.” —Kirkus Reviews
“An inspiring look at who a baby might grow up to be.” —Romper
Praise for Woke: A Young Poet's Call to Justice
A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year
A Kirkus Best Picture Book of the Year
A Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Books of the Year
"This collection of poems by women of color covers topics relating to social justice, activism, discrimination and empathy, focusing on the need to speak out and inspiring middle-graders." —Vogue
★ "An irresistible invitation to take up space. Read it; gift it; use it to challenge, protect, and grow." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
★ "An important book that demands to be seen. It adds to the conversation of #OwnVoices and speaks to a young person’s need for expression and social justice." —School Library Journal, starred review
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