In this poetry book, I aim to explore the many facets of love beyond just romantic relationships. Love can be found in the bonds we share with our families, the friendships we cultivate, the respect we have for ourselves, and the beauty of the world around us. Through these poems, I hope to capture the essence of love in all its forms - the raw, intense passion between lovers, the unwavering loyalty of a friend, the unconditional love of a parent, the gentle kindness we show ourselves. Each poem is crafted with care and intention, drawing inspiration from personal experiences, as well as the world at large. I invite you to join me on this journey of love and self-discovery, to immerse yourself in the beauty of each word and find resonance in the emotions they evoke. Whether you are in a relationship, single, or simply seeking to connect with the world around you, this book offers a message of hope, healing, and above all, love.

Caldecott Honor Book Today Show Best Book for the Holidays ALA Notable Book for All Ages ALSC Notable Children's Book NCTE Notable Poetry Book Evanston Public Library's Top 100 Great Book for Kids Nerdy Award Winner for Single Poem Picture Book Bank Street Best Books of the Year In this powerful, affirming poem by award-winning author Zetta Elliott, a Black child explores his shifting emotions throughout the year. There is a place inside of me a space deep down inside of me where all my feelings hide. Summertime is filled with joy—skateboarding and playing basketball—until his community is deeply wounded by a police shooting. As fall turns to winter and then spring, fear grows into anger, then pride and peace. In her stunning debut, illustrator Noa Denmon articulates the depth and nuances of a child’s experiences following a police shooting—through grief and protests, healing and community—with washes of color as vibrant as his words. Here is a groundbreaking narrative that can help all readers—children and adults alike—talk about the feelings hiding deep inside each of us.

Natural-born hustler Porsche Santiaga refuses to accept her new life in juvenile detention after her family is torn apart and fights to regain what she has lost.

Every child, every person, every living thing is unique, in big part, due to chromosomes. Children with Down syndrome have an extra chromosome. this book informs people about Down syndrome in a fun illustrative way. In the process, it also explains chromosomes and their role in making every living thing special. A valuable tool for educators, siblings, individuals with Down syndrome, advocates and for those innately curious.

After multiple abortions and deep depression, Shellie Warren found healing and recovery in God. She draws young women who are dealing with sexual misuse to a place where they can be real and find wholeness and healing.

Inside Me Lives A Village is a new book by Nadine Levitt that empowers children to identify, acknowledge and direct the many feelings that live inside them. Trusted by teachers across the country, this book and accompanying curriculum, teaches kids how to have a healthy relationship with their emotions!Feelings are a part of life, whether you feel happy, angry, sad, or shy, but they can feel even bigger and overwhelming to children. With beautiful illustrations by Miriam Mitzi Rosas each feeling is brought to life as a character that can be welcomed and also directed as desired."It's empowering for kids to understand that emotions do not control us, and we do not control our emotions. But they live inside us all the time, so it's important to have a good relationship with them. We foster a good relationship with emotions by quickly identifying and acknowledging them as they come up. The better our relationship with our emotions, the easier it will be to direct them!"This is a must-have book for children, parents, and teachers to talk to kids about the proper way to think, deal and express their many feelings.

Another chapter in the life of Mose Hardin. A book chronicling his journey as he searches for his truth and purpose.