RABBIT MAKES A MONKEY OF LION
First printing of this adaptation of an Swahili folktale about animal escapades in pursuit of honey, with lush illustrations by award-winning artist Jerry Pinkney
First printing of this adaptation of an Swahili folktale about animal escapades in pursuit of honey, with lush illustrations by award-winning artist Jerry Pinkney
Signed first printing of the story of a little kid who learns to love the color of his skin, written by award-winning actor of stage and screen Taye Diggs — including an original sketch by Evans.
First printing of this history of African Americans for young people, profiling prominent figures such as Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass – with striking black-and-white illustrations by Leo and Diane Dillon.
Signed first printing of this beautiful story of the spirit who nurtures all of creation, and the people and animals who have endless opinions about her work.
First printing of this story of an African boy who wishes to fly, poetically illustrated by Leo and Diane Dillon.
Signed first printing of this tale of imagination and the passage of time on the grounds of an old homestead, with vibrant illustrations by award-winning artist Jerry Pinkney.
Signed first printing of this autobiographical picture book by the former NFL player and Superbowl-winning head coach of the Indianapolis Colts.
Inscribed first printing of this picture book biography of the South Carolina painter William H. Johnson, vividly illustrated with his work.
Signed first printing of this vibrant story of the magic of family memories, the sequel to Flouroy and Pinkney's THE PATCHWORK QUILT.
First edition of these collected tales of Hamilton's beloved trickster character, Jahdu.
First printing of the second Jahdu book of Harlem-based mythologies – this copy inscribed by Hamilton to Elizabeth Shub, one of the editors with whom Hamilton was working on M.C. HIGGINS, THE GREAT which would go on to win the Newbery Medal.
First edition of this picture-book history of the African diaspora, with special focus on famous Black leaders from Phillis Wheatley and Mary McLeod Bethune to Frederick Douglass and Thurgood Marshall.
Signed first printing of this magical realism tale of "the horrors of slavery and the hope and strength that manage to overcome its grip" (jacket) – with rich watercolor illustrations by Jerry Pinkney.
Signed first printing of this Depression-era Christmas story about the kind of gifts money can't buy, with lush illustrations by award-winning artist Jerry Pinkney.
First printing of this heartwarming picture book about a boy who collects bottles in order to buy a guitar.
Signed first printing of this charming story of a young girl's day out with her aunt at the train station, written and illustrated by the the husband and wife team of Gloria Jean and Jerry Pinkney.
First printing of this interpretation of an old African American ghost story, about a boy whose manners and courage earn him the respect of a spirit.
First printing of this story about strength and facing your fears, told through the eyes of a young girl as she works to earn her yellow belt in Tae Kwon Do.
Signed first printing of this story of a young drummer who finds inspiration in the rhythms of every day life, with original drawing of a bird by Brian Pinkney.
Signed first printing of this picture book biography of ELLA FITZGERALD, told through the eyes of her feline fan Scat Cat Monroe – with original drawing of Scat Cat by Brian Pinkney.
Signed first printing of this Caldecott and Coretta Scott King Honor-winning adaptation of a West Indian folktale full of "romance, intrigue, and incomparable courage" (jacket), with rich illustrations by Brian Pinkney.
Signed first printing of this adaptation of the classic fairy tale, with lively, vibrant illustrations by award-winning artist Jerry Pinkney.
Signed first printing of this lovely retelling of one of Aesop's best-known fables — winner of the 2010 Caldecott Medal.
First printing of this beautiful tale of a grandfather imparting his family's experiences on the Underground Railroad to the next generation.
Signed first printing of this magical story about healing a broken heart, with lush illustrations by award-winning artist Jerry Pinkney.