A Black Girl and Her Braids - Couverture rigide

Clark Owens, Jaylene

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0593889738 ISBN 13 : 9780593889732

Editeur : Penguin Workshop, 2026

Synopsis

Based on the viral poem, braids of all lengths, looks, parts, and styles are explored and cheered on in this vibrant picture book celebrating the versatility of Black hair. Join author Jaylene Clark Owens as she pens an ode to Black girls and braids, a dynamic duo. This empowering picture book shines a light on what braids mean to Black girls of all ages and shows how Black communities have managed to continuously make space for braids, paying homage to their origins while making fun and futuristic styles, despite rules and regulations attempting to condemn them. Braids of all lengths, colours, and styles are brought to life with detailed illustrations from Brittney Bond, crafting a timeless book which honours creativity, encourages confidence, and calls for Black girls to proudly show off their braids no matter what!

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Jaylene Clark Owens (she/her) is a vibrant and imaginative soul hailing from Harlem, New York, and is currently residing in the Greater Philadelphia region. She is an AUDELCO and Barrymore Award–winning actress, as well as a highly acclaimed, award-winning spoken word poet. Her acting credits include the stage, film, and television. Her passion for honoring, and advocating for, Black women and their hair has led her to create work celebrating various styles, such as braids, locs, twists, ’fros, and the Black girl switch up!

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Penguin Workshop
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0593889738
• ISBN 13: 9780593889732
• Reliure: Relié
• Illustrateur: Bond Brittney
• Nombre de pages: 32
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible