It's Pride, Baby!

A joyful picture book 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, while Dia Valle's joyful art bursts off the page. Here are words that children in every family--no matter its color, size, or shape--need to hear.

We are so proud of you!

Allen R. Wells (he/him) is an author and engineer. He was born in Jackson, Mississippi, and went on to study architectural engineering at Tennessee State University in Nashville. It's Pride, Baby! is his debut picture book. He currently lives in Virginia.

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.

• Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (Byr)
• Publish Date: May 07, 2024
• Pages: 32
• Dimensions: 8.5 X 11.0 X 1.0 inches | 1.0 pounds
• Language: English
• Type: Hardcover
• EAN/UPC: 9780374390693
• Alt: Its Pride Baby
• BISAC Categories: Social Themes - Values & Virtues, Diversity & Multicultural, LGBT