Queer and Fearless: Poems Celebrating the Lives of LGBTQ+ Heroes (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780593523698)

Learn about the lives of some of the most important LGBTQ+ heroes in this unique picture book that combines poetry and biographical information to honor those at the forefront of LGBTQ+ history.

Young readers will learn about the lives and legacies of seventeen heroes of the queer community from both past and present. Marsha P. Johnson, Harvey Milk, Cleve Jones, Pauline Park, Richard Blanco, and Pete Buttigieg are just a few of the iconic figures represented in this wonderfully designed and colorful picture book with illustrations by Harry Woodgate. A perfect introduction to the people who have stood up for what they believed in, lived lives according to their own ideals, and their partners, friends, and allies, the poetry in this book provides great read-aloud potential sure to entertain and inform readers of all ages.

Beloved children's book author Rob Sanders makes the lives of the most prominent LGBTQ+ heroes jump off of the page through his beautiful poems and detailed biographies. This title includes a glossary as well as a description of each poetry style, making it an ideal choice for home and classroom.

Author: Rob Sanders
ISBN-10: 0593523695
ISBN-13: 9780593523698
Publisher: Penguin Workshop
Language: English
Published: 04/16/2024
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 10.16h x 10.16w x 0.55d

Review Citation(s):
Booklist 02/01/2024 pg. 57
Kirkus Reviews 03/01/2024
School Library Journal 04/01/2024 pg. 150
Publishers Weekly 04/01/2024