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The difficulty of making change can be overwhelming. Amanda Gorman’s beautiful poetry and Christian Robinson’s gorgeous art will inspire readers of any age who want to help make a better world. Recommended By Keith M., Powells.com
Synopses & Reviews
The stunning new picture book by presidential inaugural poet Amanda Gorman and Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator Christian Robinson
You're told that
This won't work,
But how will you know
If you never try?
Presidential inaugural poet and #1 New York Times bestselling author Amanda Gorman and Caldecott Honor and Coretta Scott King Honor winner Christian Robinson have created a timeless message of hope.
Sometimes the world feels broken. And problems seem too big to fix. But somehow, we all have the power to make a difference. With a little faith, and maybe the help of a friend, together we can find beauty and create change.
With intimate and inspiring text and powerfully stunning illustrations, Something, Someday reveals how even the smallest gesture can have a lasting impact.
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"Gorman immerses readers in the experience, assuring them that they are not alone in their longings for a better world." Kirkus Reviews (Starred Review)
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"[A] soaring poem about change." Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)
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"This picture book's timely message about coming together to make a change is a perfect addition to all libraries." School Library Journal (Starred Review)
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"Award-winning Robinson and lauded poet Gorman are a perfect match, and fans of both will be eager to read their collaboration." Booklist
About the Author
Amanda Gorman is the youngest presidential inaugural poet in US history. She is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Hill We Climb, Call Us What We Carry, and her children's picture book Change Sings, illustrated by Loren Long. Amanda is a committed advocate for the environment, racial equality, and gender justice. In a groundbreaking collaboration with the Estée Lauder Companies as a Global Changemaker, she established the "Writing Change" initiative to support grassroots organizations dedicated to advancing literacy as a pathway to social change. She graduated cum laude from Harvard University and now lives in her hometown of Los Angeles. Please visit her at TheAmandaGorman.com or on Instagram @AmandaSCGorman.
Christian Robinson received a Caldecott Honor and a Coretta Scott King Honor Award for his art in Last Stop on Market Street, written by Matt de la Peña. He is the author and illustrator of the picture books Another and You Matter, and he has illustrated many more, including Nina: A Story of Nina Simone by Traci N. Todd and The Bench by Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex. He lives in Oakland. Please visit him at TheArtOfFun.com or on Instagram @TheArtOfFun.