Kwame Alexander & Dare Coulter | An American Story (IN STORE)

4209-100 Lassiter Mill Road,Raleigh NC 27609

05 January, 2023

Description

#1 New York Times Bestselling and award-winning author of The Undefeated, Kwame Alexander, pens a powerful picture book that tells the story of American slavery through the voice of a teacher struggling to help her students understand its harrowing history. From the fireside tales in an African village, through the unspeakable passage across the Atlantic, to the backbreaking work in the fields of the South, this is a story of a people's struggle and strength, horror and hope. This is the story of American slavery, a story that needs to be told and understood by all of us. A testament to the resilience of the African American community, this book honors what has been and envisions what is to be. With stunning mixed-media illustrations by newcomer Dare Coulter, this is a potent book for those who want to speak the truth. Perfect for family sharing, the classroom, and homeschooling. ____ KWAME ALEXANDER is a poet, educator, producer, and #1 New York Times bestselling author of 36 books, including Becoming Muhammed Ali, co-authored with James Patterson, Rebound, The Undefeated, and The Crossover, winner of the Newbery Medal. Kwame is the recipient of numerous awards, including the Coretta Scott Kind Author Honor and three NAACP Image Award nominations. He is the writer and executive producer of The Crossover TV series on Disney+. DARE COULTER is an award-winning artist, muralist and sculptor. She has illustrated five books, with two more currently in development. Dare was recently Raleigh's first-ever artist in residence, and was commission by UNC Wilmington to create a monument celebrating black lives. _________________Please note: All in-person events are subject to change.