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Hop on the bike with Bessie Stringfield, the motorcycle queen of
Miami, in this powerful picture book from Coretta Scott King
medalist Charles R. Smith, Jr. and debut picture book illustrator
Charlot Kristensen. The folks they lined up to meet the Motorcycle
Queen, seated sidesattle on her motorbike machine. In 1929,
18-year-old Bessie Stringfield hopped on her motorcycle and headed
out on an adventure, an unusual choice for a young Black woman at
the time. Paying her way by winning motorcycle races, she
criss-crossed the country through small towns, big cities, and wide
open spaces. But not everyone was happy to see Bessie's brown face
peeking out from underneath her helmet. And more than once, Bessie
found herself making some quick exits on the back of her bike to
escape Jim Crow. A trailblazer in the world of women's racing and
motorcycling, Bessie Stringfield was a figure who will inspire all
children to pursue their dreams. From the first line, award-winning
author Charles R. Smith Jr.'s poetry evokes emotion, excitement,
fear, and wonder in equal measures. Charlot Kristensen portrays
Bessie and the American landscape with vivid imagery that is sure
to capture the attention of young readers. A much-needed story
about a Black woman who paved the way for future generations, for
fans of The Undefeated by Kwame Alexander and Kadir Nelson and My
Papi Has a Motorcycle by Isabel Quintero and Zeke Pe a.
Adam and Farai are an interracial couple that have been together
for two years. Farai has persuaded Adam to introduce her to his
parents, but the visit turns out to be a horrible experience for
Farai. Several situations during the dinner make her feel uneasy
and ostracised. When confronted about this, Adam tries to play down
the situation and shows no understanding for his partner's concern.
Farai starts to wonder if she can be with a man whose family does
not accept her and who is not willing to face the difficulties of
an interracial relationship.
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