Kensie's Queen
by Jennifer Leider
illus. by Carrie King
Language: English
CreateSpace, 2018.
32 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1721775153 ; 9781721775156
Summary: Sasha Velour reviewed "Kensie's Queen" and had this to say: "I was so proud and excited to see what this creative team came up with, and they did NOT disappoint! Kensie's Queen is a heartwarming but stunningly realistic story about the fabulous world of drag, a world of dress-up for all ages, where every style is welcome, as long as it's done with love! It made me tear up! Also particularly loved Aunt Esmerelda's gorgeous dog and impeccable closet (*wink wink*) Love, Sasha Velour"
Available: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kensies-Queen-Jennifer-Leider/dp/1721775153
A Family Just Like Mine
by Barbara-Anne Puren
Language: English
Springtime Books, 2018.
76 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 099550279X ; 9780995502796
Summary: The era of the nuclear family, with a working dad and stay-at-home mom is fast disappearing. There is no longer any such thing as a Typical Family, but rather, a whole grab bag of family arrangements. Families are now more ethnically, racially, religiously and stylistically diverse than a decade ago. Postmodernists argue that the increase in diversity of family household structures reflects that we now live in a tolerant society. The family unit is thriving and continues to play a central role in shaping the health and wellbeing of family members. In A Family Just Like Mine, Gemma, an inquisitive, adopted child, travels the world looking for a family like her own. Her journey begins in London, from there she meets giants in Bolivia, rides an elephant in India, slides down dunes in Egypt and skis in Switzerland. Children will love jumping, high-fiving and stomping along with Gemma on her amazing adventure.
Available: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Family-Just-Like-Mine/dp/099550279X
Charlie and the Missing Hat
by Jenny Worthington
Language: English
CreateSpace, 2018.
26 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1717421598 ; 978-1717421593
Summary: Charlie the dog is busy chasing seagulls on the beach when his two mums realise their little girl’s hat is missing. Can Charlie be the hero and find the missing hat? Come along on this adventure with Charlie. This beautifully illustrated story will delight both same-sex parents and children.
Available: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Charlie-Missing-Hat-Jenny-Worthington/dp/1717421598
Princess Pumpkin the Pocket Alpaca
by Michael James and Amber Cavalier Spiler
illus. by Kristin Llamas
Language: English
Mountain Arbor Press, 2018.
30 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1631834312 ; 9781631834318
Summary: Princess Pumpkin the Pocket Alpaca, the book, is an inspired and whimsical children's story for ages 4 to 7. It contains 29 full-color illustrations that tell the story of a small, rejected, impish and real-life little alpaca born too small to survive at only 5 1/2 pounds (most baby alpacas are born 15-20 pounds). Adopted by humans and raised as a Princess, she seeks out friendship from other alpacas and learns that just being yourself is the key to acceptance.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Princess-Pumpkin-Pocket-Alpaca-Michael/dp/1631834312
Paul joue à la poupée
by Clarisse Commes
illus. by Alicia valverde De la Rosa
Language: French
SGB, 2018.
p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 2956461311 ; 9782956461319
Available: https://www.amazon.fr/Paul-joue-poup%C3%A9e-Clarisse-Commes/dp/2956461311
The Sisters from the Stars
written and illustrated by Amy Eleanor Heart
Language: English
Heartspeak Press, 2018.
48 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 0999673041 ; 9780999673041
Summary: Hailey loves being a girl from the stars, but she wishes she knew another eleven-year-old who is fantastically strange like her. She discovers Violet, a maybe-weirdo who draws magical dragons on her own arms and colors her hair like a delicious mint chip milkshake. But before they can talk, Hailey has to fight her way through bullies and make herself become a giant woman. When Hailey and Violet finally meet, they open up a wormhole full of french fries, dragons, and magic. Through the power of out-of-this-world friendship, Violet and Hailey share the wonder of being their very own weirdos, together. New friendships open up new galaxies, but they can also create new problems. Even though Violet finally feels free to be her own self with Hailey, the rest of the world can't see Violet for who she really is. Violet is forced to confront what it means to be a weirdo in a world that wants you to be normal. With the help of Hailey, her magic wand, and the Universe, the girls team up to break free from everyone's expectations and take flight to the stars and beyond.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Sisters-Stars-Amy-Heart/dp/0999673041
Different Just Like Us
by Lexi Layton and Tammi Croteau Keen
illus. by Eddie Yeung and Joycelyne Guerra
Language: English
CreateSpace, 2018.
40 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1973887460 ; 9781973887461
Summary: “If love is what makes us different, then I hope everyone can be different, just like us.”Nine-year-old Lexi shares the story of her very special family and how it came to be. It might not look just like yours, but it’s full of fun and love. Lexi hopes all children can be kind to one another, no matter what their families look like on the outside. A portion of proceeds from sales will benefit Carrollwood Day School. Five-star review from Readers' Favorite for Different Just Like Us: Readers' Favorite is one of the largest book review and award contest sites on the Internet. They have earned the respect of renowned publishers like Random House, Simon & Schuster, and Harper Collins, and have received the "Best Websites for Authors" and "Honoring Excellence" awards from the Association of Independent Authors. They are also fully accredited bythe BBB (A+ rating), which is a rarity among Book Review and Book Award Contest companies. Reviewed By Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite: "Let's get to know Lexi and her family in the storybook Different Just Like Us by Lexi Layton with Tammi Croteau Keen. She has a dog, Teddy, and a puppy, Toby, who are half-siblings because they have the same dad. Lexi loves dogs and she loves to bake. She has her own business which is making treats for dogs. Sometimes she spends the money she gets from selling the dog treats and sometimes she saves it. Her family also helps her in making the treats and selling them. They have fun together and they all love music. Every family is different and Lexi is proud of her family. She has two moms and she loves both of them. Her older brother Logan is strong and healthy and he likes to work out. Lexi's favorite story is the one about how she was created. Lexi is happy with her life and the way things are. Her life is filled with love and she doesn't want to change anything. The book tackles the concept of donor children from a child's perspective and teaches children to love each other irrespective of what their families are. The story is about kindness and acceptance and the illustrations bring the concept and the characters alive for young readers. It is a good story to read out to children in classrooms to encourage them to be kind to each other, no matter what their background is. Every family is different and it is important to accept people for what they are and celebrate them. Stories like this are wonderful for children because it makes it easy for them to understand the concept in an interesting way without sounding complicated and difficult."You can learn more about Lexi Layton with Tammi Croteau Keen and "Different Just Like Us" at https://readersfavorite.com/book-review/different-just-like-us where you can read reviews and the author’s biography, as well as connect with the author directly or through their website and social media pages.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1973887460
My Two Mums: Let's Celebrate Adoption!
by Bryony Irving
illus. by Kev Oubridge
Language: English
Hug Your Heart Books, 2018.
27 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1999339681 ; 9781999339685
Summary: My Two Mums is a sweet story-poem book with beautiful illustrations, celebrating the joy of living in a Forever Family made from love. It focuses on female same-sex adoption and is suitable for all adopted children and any child interested in diverse family lives. The author has worked therapeutically with adopted children for 20 years including many in same-sex families. This book is to celebrate the many amazing adopters and their children who have demonstrated the power of love in forming their families. The book briefly touches on the court process, training to adopt and on birth families but the main poem focuses on all the love, guidance and support the child receives within her family.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/My-Two-Mums-Celebrate-Adoption/dp/1999339681/
Angus All Aglow
by Heather Smith
illus. by Alice Carter
Language: English
Orca Books, 2018.
32 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1459814932 ; 9781459814936
Summary: Angus loves sparkly things, so much so that he can hear them. To Angus, shiny objects not only look beautiful; they also crackle, buzz and go whiz-bang-POP! His unique ability is lost, however, when Angus wears his grandma's beaded necklace to school, and his classmates tease him for his atypical choice. Saddened by their laughter, Angus stops hearing the sparkle. A gentle story of acceptance, generosity, and friendship, Angus All Aglow reminds us that it only takes one kind gesture to restore your sparkle, and returning the kindness can make you glow from the inside out.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1459814932
Ballet Boy
by Anfaney Gladwin
Language: English
CreateSpace, 2018.
30 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1727612329 ; 9781727612325
Summary: This uplifting story follows Mitchell to third grade when he becomes a ballet danseur. He is under attack by his peers for choosing to do ballet.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Ballet-Boy-Anfaney-Gladwin/dp/1727612329/
Eleanor Wyatt, Princess and Pirate
by Rachael MacFarlane
illus. by Spencer Laudiero
Language: English
Imprint, 2018.
32 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1250138574 ; 9781250138576
Summary: A young girl discovers that playtime is as boundless as imagination in this empowering, rhyming picture book.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1250138574
My Family Is Love
by LuLu Kubes
illus. by Jake Trusheim
Language: English
CreateSpace, 2018.
25 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1721263764 ; 9781721263769
Summary: Family structure has changed dramatically over the years. Family is no longer the standard, and several variations on the family have been created. My Family Is Love talks about many types of families that exist in our society today. There is no right or wrong answer when it comes to what is the best type of family structure. As long as a family is filled with love and support for one another, Love Wins!
Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1721263764
Our Story: How We Became a Family
by Nina Barnsley; Stephanie Clarkson
illus. by Gabi Froden
Language: English
[England]: Donor Conception Network, 2018.
32 p. : col. ill. ; 22 cm.
ISBN: 1910222739 ; 9781910222737
Summary: Our Story - A book for donor-conceived children under seven years old explaining their origins. This is one of a series of books and this book is for two dad families who have used egg donation and surrogacy. This book is relevant for those who have used known, identifiable and anonymous donors.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Our-Story-017gcedsg1-Became-Family/dp/1910222739/
Our Story: How We Became a Family
by Nina Barnsley; Stephanie Clarkson
illus. by Gabi Froden
Language: English
[England]: Donor Conception Network, 2018.
32 p. : col. ill. ; 22 cm.
ISBN: 1910222747 ; 9781910222744
Summary: Our Story - A book for donor-conceived children under seven years old explaining their origins. This is one of a series of books and this book is for two dad families who have used egg donation and surrogacy. This book is relevant for those who have used known, identifiable and anonymous donors. This book is the twin version.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Our-Story-018gcedsg2-Became-Family/dp/1910222747/
Our Story: How We Became a Family
by Nina Barnsley; Stephanie Clarkson
illus. by Gabi Froden
Language: English
[England]: Donor Conception Network, 2018.
32 p. : col. ill. ; 22 cm.
ISBN: 1910222763 ; 9781910222768
Summary: Our Story - A book for donor-conceived children under seven years old explaining their origins. This is one of a series of books and this book is for two mum families who have used sperm donation. This book is relevant for those who have used known, identifiable and anonymous donors. This book is the twin version.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Our-Story-020lcsd2-Became-Family/dp/1910222763/
Our Story: How We Became a Family
by Nina Barnsley; Stephanie Clarkson
illus. by Gabi Froden
Language: English
[England] : Donor Conception Network, 2018.
28 p. : col. ill. 22 cm.
ISBN: 1910222771 ; 9781910222775
Summary: Our Story - A book for donor-conceived children under seven years old explaining their origins. This is one of a series of books and this book is for two mum families who have used sperm donation, not in a clinic. This book is relevant for those who have used known, identifiable and anonymous donors.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Our-Story-021lcsdnc1-Became-Family/dp/1910222771/
Our Story: How We Became a Family
by Nina Barnsley; Stephanie Clarkson
illus. by Gabi Froden
Language: English
[England]: Donor Conception Network, 2018.
28 p. : col. ill. ; 22 cm.
ISBN: 191022278X ; 9781910222782
Summary: Our Story - A book for donor-conceived children under seven years old explaining their origins. This is one of a series of books and this book is for two mum families who have used sperm donation, not in a clinic. This book is relevant for those who have used known, identifiable and anonymous donors. This book is the twins version.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Our-Story-022lcsdnc2-Became-Family/dp/191022278X/
Our Story: How We Became a Family
by Nina Barnsley; Stephanie Clarkson
illus. by Gabi Froden
Language: English
[England]: Donor Conception Network, 2018.
32 p. : col. ill. ; 22 cm.
ISBN: 1910222976 ; 9781910222973
Summary: Our Story - A book for donor-conceived children under seven years old explaining their origins. This is one of a series of books and this book is for two mum families who have used embryo donation. This book is relevant for those who have used known, identifiable and anonymous donors.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Our-Story-041lcemd1-Became-Family/dp/1910222976
Our Story: How We Became a Family
by Nina Barnsley; Stephanie Clarkson
illus. by Gabi Froden
Language: English
[England]: Donor Conception Network, 2018.
32 p. : col. ill. ; 22 cm.
ISBN: 1912886006; 9781912886005
Summary: Our Story - A book for donor-conceived children under seven years old explaining their origins. This is one of a series of books and this book is for two mum families who have used embryo donation. This book is relevant for those who have used known, identifiable and anonymous donors. This book is the twin version.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Our-Story-042lcemd2-Became-Family/dp/1912886006
Le Petit Garçon qui aimait le rose
by Jeanne Taboni Misérazzi
illus. by Raphaëlle Laborde
Language: French
Paris: Ronds dans l'O, 2018.
1 vol. : ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 9782917237243 ; 2917237244
Summary: Luc est très content. Sa maman lui a acheté le beau cartable rose qui lui plaisait tant. Fièrement, il entre dans la cour de la grande école mais, à sa grande surprise, tous les enfants se moquent de lui.
Available: https://www.amazon.fr/Petit-Gar%C3%A7on-qui-aimait-rose/dp/2917237244/
