Love, Violet

By Charlotte Sullivan Wild
Illustrated by Charlene Chua
Farrar, Straus and Giroux, November 16, 2021
ISBN 9780374313722
40 Pages, Ages 4-8

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A tale of young love and the courage it takes to share your heart

Of all the kids in Violet’s class, only one makes Violet’s heart skip: Mira, the girl with the cheery laugh, who races like the wind. If only they could adventure together! But every time Mira comes near, Violet goes shy. As Valentine’s Day approaches, Violet is determined to show Mira just how special she is.

Charlene Chua’s warm, luminous watercolors bring to life this sweet and gentle #OwnVoices #LGBTQ+ picture book about friendship, love, and the courage it takes to share your heart.

Available for preorders NOW!

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HOW TO REQUEST BOOKPLATES

First, pre-order your books from a store below by 20 Oct. 2021 and leave your dedication details in the comments (example, “For Mira” and “For Violet”)

Red Balloon Bookshop ~ St. Paul, MN
Redbery Books ~ Cable, WI
The Twig Book Shop ~ San Antonio, TX
Book People ~ Austin, TX

Second, fill out this Contact Form.

Third, wait for a very special valentine to arrive!

SUPPORT RAINBOW KIDS

While the world is improving for the LGBTQPIA2+ community, in too many places it is as dangerous as ever. Families kick out kids. Governments (the USA, too) target Q+ people for oppression, even violence. Former heroes and peers fight against rather than for us. Those already with the least support or social power often face the worst abuse, neglect, and challenges when they are also Q+.

If you were moved by Love, Violet, please consider contributing to an organization that works every day to support rainbow kids. Or buy Love, Violet for a child, library, or community group that you know needs it. However you do it, thanks for making this world a more loving and safe place!

Love, Charlotte

The Future Perfect Project
~ supporting Q+ young people through the arts
Somos Familia Valle
~ San Fernando Valley, supporting/ run by Q+ families of color and immigrants
The Trans Youth Equality Foundation
~ supporting transgender, gender non-conforming, intersex youth
The Trevor Project
~ providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention for Q+ young people
Thrive Youth Center
~ providing housing, support, and resources for Q+ young adults in San Antonio, TX
We Need Diverse Books
~ distributing diverse books to kids, supporting diverse creatives, and more
24 LGBTQ+ Organizations
(especially good for intersectional organizations)
20 LGBTQ+ Organizations
Know of other Q+ organizations focused on youth? Let me know!

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