Family ReunionIn this contemporary #OwnVoices tale, a boy is reluctant to go to his family reunion, which he's sure will be boring. Vivid, poetic language and rich illustrations bring readers along for the boy's emotional journey, as he ultimately finds himself enjoying the large and joyous gathering in spite of himself. This modern kid's eye view depiction of a Black American extended family celebrates the importance of kinship and intergenerational ties.

- believe for the impossible- choose hope over fear- be alert to the voice of God- cope with loss and doubt- develop a deeper level of trust in God- speak faith-filled declarations- inspire crazy faith in others

feel the sun warm your face

and one of the few Black kids at Jefferson Academy

particularly the ""High John the Conquer"" root

she turns to the streets for comfort

the Sultana

Rather you have daughter

discovering all the ways in which they are perfectly designed for each other

you'll be nodding yep yep

With lyrical text and rhythmic illustrations that build to a dazzling crescendo by #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Loren Long

The late 1950s was a turbulent time in Fayette County

Kane is Blaze's hitter