Verna Wilkins is the author of 30 picture books and biographies for young people. Her books have featured on National Curriculum and BBC children's television, and been chosen among the Children's Books of the Year. She was born in Grenada and lives in London.

"An honest, deeply moving celebration of Stephen Lawrence's young life in simple accessible prose. It represents an outstanding achievement by Tamarind. Every primary school should have several copies" Scholastic Primary Update - Best Books 2001 "Verna Wilkins rises to the challenge" Books for Keeps "A landmark in children's non-fiction publishing and treats a tragedy with sensitivity and quiet dignity ... Clearly written, with a definite audience and purpose, here is non fiction at its best. This book should be required reading for every primary school child" -- Anne Faundez Junior Education

Verna Wilkins is the author of 30 picture books and biographies for young people. Her books have featured on National Curriculum and BBC children's television, and been chosen among the Children's Books of the Year. She was born in Grenada and lives in London.

"An honest, deeply moving celebration of Stephen Lawrence's young life in simple accessible prose. It represents an outstanding achievement by Tamarind. Every primary school should have several copies" Scholastic Primary Update - Best Books 2001 "Verna Wilkins rises to the challenge" Books for Keeps "A landmark in children's non-fiction publishing and treats a tragedy with sensitivity and quiet dignity ... Clearly written, with a definite audience and purpose, here is non fiction at its best. This book should be required reading for every primary school child" -- Anne Faundez Junior Education

Verna Wilkins is the author of 30 picture books and biographies for young people. Her books have featured on National Curriculum and BBC children's television, and been chosen among the Children's Books of the Year. She was born in Grenada and lives in London.

"An honest, deeply moving celebration of Stephen Lawrence's young life in simple accessible prose. It represents an outstanding achievement by Tamarind. Every primary school should have several copies" Scholastic Primary Update - Best Books 2001 "Verna Wilkins rises to the challenge" Books for Keeps "A landmark in children's non-fiction publishing and treats a tragedy with sensitivity and quiet dignity ... Clearly written, with a definite audience and purpose, here is non fiction at its best. This book should be required reading for every primary school child" -- Anne Faundez Junior Education