Breanna J. McDaniel – författare

CALDECOTT HONOR BOOK • EZRA JACK KEATS WRITER AWARD • From an award-winning author and illustrator comes this picture book biography about beloved librarian and storyteller Augusta Braxton Baker, the first Black coordinator of children’s services at all branches of the New York Public Library.ALSC NOTABLE CHILDREN’S BOOK • HORN BOOK FANFARE • ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: Kirkus Reviews, Chicago Public Library, New York Public LibraryBefore Augusta Braxton Baker became a storyteller, she was an excellent story listener. Her grandmother brought stories like Br’er Rabbit and Arthur and Excalibur to life, teaching young Augusta that when there’s a will, there’s always a way. When she grew up, Mrs. Baker began telling her own fantastical stories to children at the 135th Street branch of the New York Public Library in Harlem. But she noticed that there were hardly any books at the library featuring Black people in respectful, uplifting ways. Thus began her journey of championing books, writers, librarians, and teachers centering Black stories, educating and inspiring future acclaimed authors like Audre Lorde and James Baldwin along the way.As Mrs. Baker herself put it: “Children of all ages want to hear stories. Select well, prepare well and then go forth and just tell.”BolognaRazzi Award: Braw Amazing Bookshelf Sustainability Selection • ILA 2025 Notable Books for a Global Society • CLA/NCTE 2025 Notable Children's Books in the Language Arts • Five Starred Reviews

Auntie’s baby boy knows he’s the king of her heart - until the day she brings home someone new. Suddenly, his blankie is shared, his snuggle spot is different, and his big feelings are hard to handle. How can Auntie’s love stretch far enough for them both?But just when it seems like baby cousin is totally taking over, one sweet smile changes everything.Bursting with heart and humour, Auntie's Baby is a tender reminder that love doesn’t get smaller when families grow - it only gets bigger.

A young girl undertakes an impossible trip to the moon, makes friends with the stars, and brings back something priceless in this gentle and lyrically told picture book about family, history, and memory.Grana used to tell the best stories, and Mabel used to long to soar through the heavens. Nowadays, Grana mostly lies in bed and Mabel stays close to home. But one day, Grana asks, “If we can touch the moon, then what is impossible?” So Mabel decides to do just that, embarking on a journey through the stars where The Seven Sistahs, The Big Dipper, and other constellations help her on her quest and teach her about African mythology and African American history. With the support of her new companions, Mabel reaches for her biggest dream yet: to make her sick grandma well again.