Yesenia Moises is an Afro-Latina author and illustrator who uses colorful illustrations to create wonder and magic for young readers. Her picture book Stella’s Stellar Hair received a starred review from Kirkus Reviews, and she also served as the illustrator for tennis Olympian Serena Williams’s The Adventures of Qai Qai.Yesenia Moises is an Afro-Latina author and illustrator who uses colorful illustrations to create wonder and magic for young readers. Her picture book Stella’s Stellar Hair received a starred review from Kirkus Reviews, and she also served as the illustrator for tennis Olympian Serena Williams’s The Adventures of Qai Qai.

“Moises’ energizing, jewel-toned illustrations are the epitome of sweetness. Readers will relish the songlike onomatopoeia on almost every page, and careful youngsters will notice the cleverly placed breadcrumbs portending the jingle-jangle’s fate. A harmonious tribute to the power of music—and friendship.”   — Kirkus Reviews“Yesenia brings musicality to every illustration with sounds that leap off the page. This warm and welcoming picture book celebrates the magic of music and the power of community; with charming characters and rich colors, it is a vibrant tribute to the ways music unites us.” — Vashti Harrison, #1 New York Times bestselling author-illustrator of Little Leaders and Big“Chaka Chaka, La di da di, WHOOSH SWOOSH, BLUB: The words Sound Like Joy! The colorful story feels like love!” — C. G. Esperanza, award-winning author-illustrator of Boogie Boogie, Y’all“This exquisitely illustrated book is a true feast of color and sounds, sure to bring joy to all who read it.” — Eric Velasquez, award-winning author-illustrator of Grandma’s Gift and Octopus Stew"Charming, anthropomorphic characters and whimsical imagery enhance the appeal of this book for young children, and the book’s blend of sound and visuals make it a good selection for story hours. This eye-catching picture book brings joy to both the eyes and ears of young children who believe in a little magic, and it is a good addition to all collections." — School Library Journal“In Moises’ friendly cartoon images, the vibrant colors change with the location and the atmospheric conditions. An innovative, refreshing, out-of-this-world tale.” — Kirkus Reviews, starred review for Stella's Stellar Hair“Moises’s bright digital cartoon art, dominated by shades of purple, pink, and blue, aptly reflects the book’s element of fantasy laced with optimism.” — Publishers Weekly, on Serena Williams' The Adventures of Qai Qai“Filled with richly colored illustrations, this book will particularly catch the eye of the Fancy Nancy set.” — Booklist, on Serena Williams' The Adventures of Qai Qai

Yesenia Moises is an Afro-Latina author and illustrator who uses colorful illustrations to create wonder and magic for young readers. Her picture book Stella’s Stellar Hair received a starred review from Kirkus Reviews, and she also served as the illustrator for tennis Olympian Serena Williams’s The Adventures of Qai Qai.Yesenia Moises is an Afro-Latina author and illustrator who uses colorful illustrations to create wonder and magic for young readers. Her picture book Stella’s Stellar Hair received a starred review from Kirkus Reviews, and she also served as the illustrator for tennis Olympian Serena Williams’s The Adventures of Qai Qai.

“Moises’ energizing, jewel-toned illustrations are the epitome of sweetness. Readers will relish the songlike onomatopoeia on almost every page, and careful youngsters will notice the cleverly placed breadcrumbs portending the jingle-jangle’s fate. A harmonious tribute to the power of music—and friendship.”   — Kirkus Reviews“Yesenia brings musicality to every illustration with sounds that leap off the page. This warm and welcoming picture book celebrates the magic of music and the power of community; with charming characters and rich colors, it is a vibrant tribute to the ways music unites us.” — Vashti Harrison, #1 New York Times bestselling author-illustrator of Little Leaders and Big“Chaka Chaka, La di da di, WHOOSH SWOOSH, BLUB: The words Sound Like Joy! The colorful story feels like love!” — C. G. Esperanza, award-winning author-illustrator of Boogie Boogie, Y’all“This exquisitely illustrated book is a true feast of color and sounds, sure to bring joy to all who read it.” — Eric Velasquez, award-winning author-illustrator of Grandma’s Gift and Octopus Stew"Charming, anthropomorphic characters and whimsical imagery enhance the appeal of this book for young children, and the book’s blend of sound and visuals make it a good selection for story hours. This eye-catching picture book brings joy to both the eyes and ears of young children who believe in a little magic, and it is a good addition to all collections." — School Library Journal“In Moises’ friendly cartoon images, the vibrant colors change with the location and the atmospheric conditions. An innovative, refreshing, out-of-this-world tale.” — Kirkus Reviews, starred review for Stella's Stellar Hair“Moises’s bright digital cartoon art, dominated by shades of purple, pink, and blue, aptly reflects the book’s element of fantasy laced with optimism.” — Publishers Weekly, on Serena Williams' The Adventures of Qai Qai“Filled with richly colored illustrations, this book will particularly catch the eye of the Fancy Nancy set.” — Booklist, on Serena Williams' The Adventures of Qai Qai

Yesenia Moises is an Afro-Latina author and illustrator who uses colorful illustrations to create wonder and magic for young readers. Her picture book Stella’s Stellar Hair received a starred review from Kirkus Reviews, and she also served as the illustrator for tennis Olympian Serena Williams’s The Adventures of Qai Qai.Yesenia Moises is an Afro-Latina author and illustrator who uses colorful illustrations to create wonder and magic for young readers. Her picture book Stella’s Stellar Hair received a starred review from Kirkus Reviews, and she also served as the illustrator for tennis Olympian Serena Williams’s The Adventures of Qai Qai.

“Moises’ energizing, jewel-toned illustrations are the epitome of sweetness. Readers will relish the songlike onomatopoeia on almost every page, and careful youngsters will notice the cleverly placed breadcrumbs portending the jingle-jangle’s fate. A harmonious tribute to the power of music—and friendship.”   — Kirkus Reviews“Yesenia brings musicality to every illustration with sounds that leap off the page. This warm and welcoming picture book celebrates the magic of music and the power of community; with charming characters and rich colors, it is a vibrant tribute to the ways music unites us.” — Vashti Harrison, #1 New York Times bestselling author-illustrator of Little Leaders and Big“Chaka Chaka, La di da di, WHOOSH SWOOSH, BLUB: The words Sound Like Joy! The colorful story feels like love!” — C. G. Esperanza, award-winning author-illustrator of Boogie Boogie, Y’all“This exquisitely illustrated book is a true feast of color and sounds, sure to bring joy to all who read it.” — Eric Velasquez, award-winning author-illustrator of Grandma’s Gift and Octopus Stew"Charming, anthropomorphic characters and whimsical imagery enhance the appeal of this book for young children, and the book’s blend of sound and visuals make it a good selection for story hours. This eye-catching picture book brings joy to both the eyes and ears of young children who believe in a little magic, and it is a good addition to all collections." — School Library Journal“In Moises’ friendly cartoon images, the vibrant colors change with the location and the atmospheric conditions. An innovative, refreshing, out-of-this-world tale.” — Kirkus Reviews, starred review for Stella's Stellar Hair“Moises’s bright digital cartoon art, dominated by shades of purple, pink, and blue, aptly reflects the book’s element of fantasy laced with optimism.” — Publishers Weekly, on Serena Williams' The Adventures of Qai Qai“Filled with richly colored illustrations, this book will particularly catch the eye of the Fancy Nancy set.” — Booklist, on Serena Williams' The Adventures of Qai Qai