Hello, friends! Our book today is Julián Is A Mermaid by Jessica Love, a gorgeous tale of pride and acceptance for a gender nonconforming boy. Riding the train with his abuela, Julián is delighted when three beautiful women dressed as mermaids get on board. Julián imagines himself as a mermaid, growing a tail of his … Continue reading Julián Is A Mermaid (Jessica Love)
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10,000 Dresses (Marcus Ewert)
Hello, friends! Our book today is 10,000 Dresses, written by Marcus Ewert and illustrated by Rex Ray, a look into the dreams and struggles of a young transgender girl. When Bailey dreams, she dreams of dresses - 10,000 in total. Each dress is a wonder, made of crystals or flowers or windows into far-off lands. … Continue reading 10,000 Dresses (Marcus Ewert)
Donovan’s Big Day (Lesléa Newman)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Donovan's Big Day, written by Lesléa Newman and illustrated by Mike Dutton, a sweet story of a little boy and his very important day. Donovan’s day is starting, and because it is a very special day, he has a million things to remember and do. When Grandpa comes to … Continue reading Donovan’s Big Day (Lesléa Newman)
Heather Has Two Mommies (Lesléa Newman)
Hello friends, and a happy start to Pride Month! To celebrate, our book today is the classic Heather Has Two Mommies, written by Lesléa Newman and illustrated by Laura Cornell in the new edition (Diana Souza illustrated the original). Heather’s very favorite number is two. Why? Well, there are two of all her very favorite … Continue reading Heather Has Two Mommies (Lesléa Newman)
Top 5: LGBTQ Books – Part 2
Hello, friends! We're here with a new Top 5 list for the month of June! And while June has many lovely holidays and themes to celebrate, we thought we'd take a look at one that's dear to our hearts: LGBTQ Pride! We'll already compiled one list of some of our favorite books with LGBTQ themes … Continue reading Top 5: LGBTQ Books – Part 2
