Author Profile
Sharon Flake
2 Books
Sharon Flake is an acclaimed author celebrated for her powerful and authentic portrayals of Black youth in middle-grade and young adult literature. With a career defined by unflinching honesty, she tackles complex themes of identity, self-worth, and resilience in her novels and short story collections. Flake is widely recognized for her groundbreaking novel The Skin I'm In, as well as celebrated titles like Who Am I Without Him? and Bang!. Her memorable characters navigate real-world challenges, offering readers both a mirror to their own experiences and a window into the triumphs and struggles of everyday teenagers. Through her vibrant and compassionate storytelling, she continues to be a vital voice in contemporary children's literature.
Duck is not a cat. The trouble is, Duck keeps acting like one.
In this funny picture book, Duck meows, curls up, and does his best cat impression while Cat tries to explain the obvious: Duck is a duck. But Duck is not easily convinced, and the back-and-forth grows sillier with every page.
Young readers who enjoy animal humor will love the playful disagreement, expressive illustrations, and simple comedy of two characters who see the world very differently. You Are Not a Cat! is a cheerful read-aloud about identity, imagination, and the fun of pretending, perfect for children who like stories with lively dialogue and a big dose of silliness.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Queen has crowns, pretty dresses, a castle-like house, and a very high opinion of herself. On 33rd Street, she expects people to treat her like royalty.
Then Leroy arrives at school on a broken bike, wearing worn-out clothes and telling stories Queen does not believe. When he says he is an African prince from Senegal, Queen becomes determined to prove he is lying. But the more she watches him, the more she begins to see that there may be more to Leroy, and to herself, than she first understood.
The Broken Bike Boy and the Queen of 33rd Street is a lively chapter book about friendship, pride, kindness, and learning that being important is not the same as being good to others.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
144 Pages
