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All That You Are

by Danielle Ballantyne

Pieces of the past, present, and future untold come together in this dreamy picture book that reminds children of their incalculable individuality. A grandmother’s wisdom, “the gleam of ripe mangoes,” and “stories of struggle and... Read More

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Witch Cat

by Danielle Ballantyne

Whimsical watercolor and ink illustrations enliven this cheeky story that proves the grass is rarely greener on the other side. Pippin has always been a witch’s cat, but he grows discontent; he sets out to see what other kind of cat he... Read More

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CeeCee

by Danielle Ballantyne

The Cinderella story is retold through the lens of the Underground Railroad in this inspirational picture book about legacy, courage, and hope. CeeCee is not her real name, but it’s what the Townsend family calls her on the plantation... Read More

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Sato the Rabbit

by Danielle Ballantyne

This painterly picture book follows a rabbit on a reality-bending adventure that makes magic of the everyday. A sliver of light shines between the curtains into Sato’s room; he plucks it free and uses it to stir his morning coffee.... Read More

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The Wanting Monster

by Danielle Ballantyne

Dreamlike illustrations track this fable about the dangers of envy. The Wanting Monster whispers in the ear of a villager, prompting him to redirect the stream to make himself a pool. His neighbors grow envious and dig their own pools;... Read More

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