Where They Gather

Inbunden, Engelska, 2026

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As a tree grows, so too does a strong and loving Black family over generations in this gorgeous and lyrical picture book spanning centuries of persistence and hope.Roots take hold and settle in,creeping far and free.They stake their claim in barren ground—a dream of what will be.Here, they hope together. A newly freed Black couple plant a pecan tree. The tree grows alongside each new generation of their family, weathering various seasons of change from the Jim Crow era to the Civil Rights period and into present day. Through difficult winters and the promise of spring, the tree continues to rise, mirroring the strength, resilience, and celebration of the family throughout time.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2026-02-26
Mått203 x 254 x 10 mm
Vikt397 g
FormatInbunden
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor40
FörlagSimon & Schuster
IllustratörJamiel Law
ISBN9781665957816

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Teresa Rodrigues is a histologist-turned-kid lit writer. She grew up on Merritt Island, Florida, where she spent much of her time reading and pouring her emotions into poems. Now, she spends her days in sunny south Florida, pouring her emotions into books. When she isn’t writing, you can find her sending numerous social media reels to her daughters (much to their dismay) and enjoying life as an empty nester with her husband. She’s an active member of SCBWI and works to promote children’s literacy through BAM! Festival, a nonprofit in South Florida.Jamiel Law is an illustrator, painter, and creative thinker. He was born and raised in Sarasota, Florida, where he was exposed to the arts. He strives to create honest work that resonates with others and establishes a genuine connection. When not at his desk, Jamiel can be seen lounging around with his family or hooping at a local park. You can visit Jamiel at JamielLaw.com.

"A pecan seed planted by a freed Black couple becomes the living symbol of their family’s story inthis moving tale of strength, resilience, and hope . . . Simple yet layered gouache illustrations convey the passage of time through rich colors, while silhouetted figures embody continual growth and change. Apowerful and inspiring story of Black endurance across generations, perfect for fans of NikkiGiovanni."