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Hi Kid Lit Friends,
I was looking through my bookshelf of new releases today, and I noticed a lot of picture books with love themes. That’s not surprising since it is February, the month of Valentine’s Day, so I thought I would dedicate this newsletter to those books!
Daddy Speaks Love by Leah Henderson, illustrated by E.B. Lewis
This beautiful book is a reflection of the many ways a father’s love is demonstrated through words and actions. The gorgeous watercolor illustrations show the tenderness and strength of fathers all over the world who are guiding, teaching, caring, and loving their kids in so many ways.
Love in the Library by Maggie Tokuda-Hall, illustrated by Yas Imamura
This sweet love story unfolds in the most difficult of circumstances: a War Relocation Center in the desert after the bombing of Pearl Harbor in World War II. Tama works in the camp’s tiny library, and it is there where she takes refuge in stories and beautiful pictures. George waits each morning outside the door with an armful of books to return – can anyone read that many books? Or does George spend so much time in the library for an entirely different reason?
A Hundred Thousand Welcomes by Mary Lee Donovan, illustrated by Lian Cho
This is the book we all want, especially after two years of pandemic life. This stunning picture book is all about welcoming people into our homes and our spaces, and it features the word “welcome” in fourteen different languages. There is a stunning spread that opens up to a feasting table at the end of the book that took my breath away!
Bright Brown Baby: A Treasury by Andrea Davis Pinkney, illustrated by Brian Pinkney
This book is a celebration of Black and brown babies! The award winning author illustrator duo has created another book that is filled with vibrant illustrations and hugs and affirmations. This is a book about JOY!
Love Is For Roaring by Mike Kerr, illustrated by Renata Liwska
I am a huge fan of Renata Liwska’s charming and playful illustrations, and this book is filled with so much sweetness. When Lion shows his distaste for love, it’s up to Mouse to show him all the things he does love – especially their friendship! This is one adorable book!
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What are you reading these days? Let me know! Find me on Twitter at @KarinaYanGlaser, on Instagram at @KarinaIsReadingAndWriting, or email me at KarinaBookRiot@gmail.com.
Until next time,
Karina
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