Description
Description
A celebration of hope and the promise of new babyhood by Sibert Honoree Traci N. Todd and Coretta Scott King Honoree Loveis Wise An inspirational love letter from caregiver to a child, Hello, Beautiful is an intimate and uplifting depiction of love and courage. With its warmth and promise for a bold and confident future, it lyrically reminds children that they should take up space, follow their own unique paths, and find humanity in everyone around them and, most importantly, in themselves--because that is beautiful.
About the Author
About the Author
Traci N. Todd is a Sibert Honor-winning author and book editor whose work focuses on Black culture and social justice. Her books Nina: A Story of Nina Simone, illustrated by Christian Robinson, and Holding Her Own: The Exceptional Life of Jackie Ormes, illustrated by Shannon Wright, both won the Coretta Scott King Honor. She lives, writes, and ponders in New York City. Please visit her at TraciTodd.com or on Instagram @TraciNTodd. Loveis Wise is a multidisciplinary artist, designer, and illustrator. Their work has been featured in publications like The New Yorker, TIME magazine, and The New York Times. They've illustrated several picture books, including The People Remember by Ibi Zoboi, which won the Coretta Scott King Honor, and Girls on the Rise by Amanda Gorman, which was a New York Times bestseller. They live, draw, and dream in Los Angeles. Please visit them at LoveisWise.com or on Instagram @LoveisWiseIllu.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
Praise for Hello, Beautiful "Final sentiments encourage being human and seeing "the human in everyone," leading to an affirming close for this strengthening presentation of a life anchored in acceptance."--Publisher's Weekly "A lovingly empowering bedtime read, or perhaps even a graduation gift for former toddlers preparing to leave the nest."--Booklist
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
Viking Books for Young Readers
Pub date:
2026-04-07
Length:
32 pages
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