Free to Be Fabulous

An exuberant and affirming picture book about self-expression, allyship, and celebrating differences. Daniel is obsessed with his favorite pop star Fabulina and cant wait to show off his signature shimmy-kick to her biggest hit Strong, Brave, Free at the school talent show. After winning the talent show, Daniel feels euphoric. But Daniel soon realizes that not everyone loves his shimmy-kick. The Mean notices with persistent jokes, whispering, and harmful words. Daniel begins to feel small, never wanting to shimmy-kick again. He hides. But with the help of his friends and his fans, Daniel emergesall eyes on himdancing in the face of the Mean, in solidarity with his classmates. Strong. Brave. Free.