Its Pride, Baby!, Allen R. Wells
Its Pride, Baby!, Allen R. Wells
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It's Pride, Baby!

Author: Allen R. Wells

Narrator: Torian Brackett

Unabridged: 3 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 05/07/2024


Synopsis

It's Pride, Baby! features sound design and special effects to enhance your listening enjoyment. Listen out for the sounds of fireworks and the celebrations of Pride!

A joyful audiobook debut that encourages kids to take pride in themselves and know that they are loved no matter what.

Just as the stars light the entire world—
You shine.

Join a queer family as they celebrate Black Pride in Washington, D.C. From painting posters to walking in a Pride Parade with neighbors to watching fireworks, this special day is packed with fun.

Allen R. Wells’s poetic text perfectly captures the expansiveness of a parent’s love. Here are words that children in every family—no matter its color, size, or shape—need to hear:

We are so proud of you!

A Macmillan Audio production from Farrar, Straus and Giroux.

About Allen R. Wells

Allen R. Wells is an author and engineer. He was born in Jackson, Mississippi. He studied Architectural Engineering at Tennessee State University in Nashville. He is the author of It's Pride, Baby! and Yvonne Clark and Her Engineering Spark. He currently lives in Virginia.

About Dia Valle

Dia Valle (he/they) is an illustrator and teacher born in Virginia and currently based in Brooklyn, NY. He loves to draw cute outfits, tender moments, and colorful settings. They spend all their free time meticulously decorating their tiny apartment.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Marti

Literally so cute and perfect for pride month. I need a copy for our shelves pronto Thanks librofm for a free listening copy!......more

Goodreads review by Leo

TW: discussions of racism and queerphobia This is a very powerful book. The dedication made me tear up.......more

From the moment the sun shines through the curtains, until the moon rocks her gently to sleep, all you feel in this story is LOVE, LOVE, LOVE! Allen Wells' words and Dia Valle's illustrations are the perfect pairing for a day at the parade. It's Pride, Baby is a story of devotion; loving yourself, l......more

Goodreads review by Teresa

It's Pride, Baby! is a beautiful book celebrating unconditional love, family, and Black Pride. Allen's wonderfully written words of affirmation pair well with Dia's fun and vibrant illustrations. This book introduces the Black Pride movement and promotes discussion, acceptance, and inclusivity. It's......more