Heather Dean Brewer featured in Story Monsters Ink
Heather Dean Brewer was interviewed about her children’s book LOVE IS POWERFUL in Story Monsters Ink February issue on changemakers featuring Civil Rights icon Ruby Bridges. Go to the link to check it out!:
Story Monsters Ink
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As Mari and her mother create signs for an upcoming march, Mari isn’t sure their letters are big enough for anyone to read their messages. But read them, people do. By the time you reach the author’s note, with reflections from the real-life six-year old Mari on her experience attending a Women’s March in 2017, we guarantee you’ll have chills. Share this to kick off an opinion writing unit, or anytime you want to let the children in your life know that love—and their own words—are most definitely powerful.
Heather Dean Brewer named a 2021 Midland Author Award Honroee →
The Society of Midland Authors today announced winners of its 2021 awards for the best books written by Midwest authors and published in 2020.
The winners, one in each of six categories, were chosen by six panels of judges from more than 290 books submitted for the contest. The judges also selected one or more honorees in each category. The categories are: Adult Fiction, Adult Nonfiction, Children’s Fiction, Children’s Nonfiction, Biography and Memoir, and Poetry. The annual competition is open to authors who live in, were born in, or have strong ties to Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota or Wisconsin.
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This is listed as fiction, but a back page reveals that much of the inspiration behind this story comes from actual events featuring a young girl who experienced the 2017 Women's Protest march first hand. At a very young age she began to develop limited awareness of the what and the why of the march, but needed the day with a bigger realization.
The power of her own voice, raised for the cause of love and kindness, was undeniable.
A Mighty Girl Pick of the Day! →
Inspired by the real-life experience of a 6-year-old girl who participated in the January 2017 Women’s March in New York City, this uplifting picture book, delightfully illustrated by LeUyen Pham, is a powerful reminder that no matter a person's size, the message of love can always be heard. This new release includes a photo and note from the real-life Mari at the book's end. Highly recommended for ages 5 to 8.
Author Heather Dean Brewer visits The Bookman →
Join author Heather Dean Brewer as she reads her inspiring children's book, "Love is Powerful."
Inspired by the real-life experience of one little girl at the 2017 Women's March, Brewer and Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator LeUyen Pham demonstrate that no matter a person's size, the message of love can always be heard.
Love Is Powerful on Mr. Schu's Blog →
Happy Tuesday! I am honored to turn over Watch. Connect. Read. for the day to Heather Dean Brewer and LeUyen Pham. Heather and LeUyen, thank you for sharing Love Is Powerful with the world.
Link to full post: http://mrschureads.blogspot.com/2020/03/love-is-powerful-by-heather-dean-brewer.html
PW: 2020 Political Books for Children →
In the run-up to November’s presidential election, publishers are courting readers who won’t be eligible to cast ballots this year or, in some cases, for many years to come. These children’s and YA books touch on various aspects of political and civic life, highlighting the personalities and issues that drive them.