Shane W. Evans

Lillian is one hundred years old, and today is voting day. As she makes the long, steep climb up the hill to her local polling place, her journey becomes a powerful walk through her own family history. With every step, she remembers the incredible struggles her ancestors faced to secure the right to vote. She recalls her great-grandfather casting his first ballot after the passage of the Fifteenth Amendment, her parents attempting to register in a deeply divided country, and her own brave march from Selma to Montgomery. This deeply moving story shows the heavy price paid for civil rights and the fierce determination required to make your voice heard. You will walk alongside Lillian and witness the historical milestones that paved the way for equality, reminding us all why the right to vote is a precious and hard-won privilege.

Jump in Meet a young girl whose parents affectionately call her Girlpie and Honey Bun Chocolate Dewdrop. She is surrounded by a warmth that feels just like a sweet, freshly baked treat made right in the kitchen. Why it pulls you in Even the most loved kids make mistakes sometimes, and Girlpie is no exception. When things go wrong, this tender story shows how the deep affection of a mother and father can help pick up the broken pieces. The dynamic and bold illustrations burst with colorful energy, perfectly matching the beautiful nicknames and rhythmic flow of the text. What you take away You will feel wrapped in a cozy blanket of reassurance. It is a beautiful lesson that true affection never vanishes just because you make a mistake, proving that the best kind of love is the kind that fixes everything and makes it right again.