A Crown of Stories: The Life and Language of Beloved Writer Toni Morrison

From award-winning author Carole Boston Weatherford comes a captivating picture book biography about the incredible life of esteemed author, editor, and activist Toni Morrison, featuring gorgeous illustrations by debut artist Khalif Tahir Thompson.

How do you tell a story?

Before Toni Morrison was a Pulitzer Prize winner and Nobel Prize-winning author, she was Chloe Ardelia Wofford, a little girl in Ohio who was both the only Black child in her first-grade classroom and the only student who was able to read.

This is the true story of how that young girl learned from her upbringing, surrounded herself with stories, and made a tremendous impact on the world. Toni Morrison's pen was her sword, and she grew to be a titan of the arts. Her legacy is one that still touches readers to this day.

Expertly and evocatively told by award-winning author Carole Boston Weatherford, with beautiful painted illustrations by Khalif Tahir Thompson, this is a must-have picture book biography for any collection. It celebrates Toni Morrison's legacy while inspiring readers to create art, believe in themselves, and strive for greatness.

Author: Carole Boston Weatherford
Publisher: Quill Tree Books
Published: 04/02/2024
Pages: 48
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.1lbs
Size: 10.80h x 8.90w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9780062911032
Audience: Ages 4-8


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 01/22/2024
Kirkus Reviews 02/15/2024
Booklist 03/15/2024 pg. 74