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Black History Spotlight for Kids and Teens
This February, we want to shine light on the new books highlighting Black heritage and history. Take a look at what’s new in Children and Young Adult literature.
For Children:
The Secret Garden of George Washington Carver
By Gene Barretta
Gene Barretta’s moving words and Frank Morrison’s beautiful paintings tell the inspiring life and history of George Washington Carver, from a baby born into slavery to celebrated botanist, scientist, and inventor. His passion and determination are the seeds to this lasting story about triumph over hardship: a tale that begins in a secret garden.
Zuri’s hair has a mind of its own. It kinks, coils, and curls every which way. Zuri knows it’s beautiful. When Daddy steps in to style it for an extra special occasion, he has a lot to learn. But he LOVES his Zuri, and he’ll do anything to make her — and her hair — happy.
Little Legends: Exceptional Men in Black History
By Vashti Harrison
This beautifully illustrated board book highlights true stories of black men in history. The exceptional men featured include artist Aaron Douglas, civil rights leader John Lewis, dancer Alvin Ailey, lawman Bass Reeves, tennis champion Arthur Ashe, and writer James Baldwin.
Brave. Black. First.
By Cheryl Willis Hudson
Published in partnership with curators from the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, this illustrated biography compilation captures the iconic moments of fifty African American women whose heroism and bravery rewrote the American story for the better.
For Young Adults:
Stamped: Racism, Anti-Racism and You
By Jason Reynolds & Ibram X. Kendi
This remarkable reimagining of Dr. Ibram X. Kendi’s National Book Award-winning Stamped from the Beginning reveals the history of racist ideas in America, and inspires hope for an antiracist future through a gripping, fast-paced, and energizing narrative by beloved award-winner Jason Reynolds.
When You Were Everything
By Ashley Woodfolk
It’s been twenty-seven days since Cleo and Layla’s friendship imploded. Now Cleo wants to erase every memory, good or bad, that tethers her to her ex-best friend. Despite budding friendships with other classmates–and a raging crush on a gorgeous boy named Dom–Cleo’s turbulent past with Layla comes back to haunt them both.
New in Nonfiction this February
Ranging from self-help and dating, to history and commentary on race, there’s so many great books available to read at the Pratt. Check them out!
By Tara Schuster
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By Kamal Ravikant
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By Prodigy Jonson
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By Juda Bennet
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By Jim Duffy
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By David and Tamela Mann
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By Robin Mitchell
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By Patricia Marx
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What’s New in Romance in time for Valentine’s Day
You won’t need Cupid to fall in love with one of these fiction novels! Take a look at what’s new in Romance for Valentine’s Day.
A wedding planner left at the altar? Yeah, the irony isn’t lost on Carolina Santos, either. But despite that embarrassing blip from her past, Lina’s offered an opportunity that could change her life. There’s just one hitch: she has to collaborate with the best (make that worst) man from her own failed nuptials.
Love, Unscripted
By Owen Nicholls
A cinema buff, Nick always fancied himself the Tom Hanks of his own romantic comedy. For four blissful years, things are perfect with Ellie until she leaves. Peppered with references to beloved movies, this novel explores how even a hopeless romantic can learn that in real life, love isn’t, shouldn’t be like what we see in the movies.
Also new this month:
By Nikki-Michelle
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By RaeAnne Thayne
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By J.R. Ward
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Let’s Focus on Fiction
We’re very excited about what’s hitting the Pratt shelves this month. We hope that you are too! Stop by your local branch and check out one of these fiction new releases.
By Isabel Allende
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By Kelsi McMeans
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By Chris Hauty
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By Joe Ide
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By Gregg Hurwitz
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By Heidi Amsinck
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By Teresa Dovalpage
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By Michael Zapata
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