M AC BARNETT CHRISTIAN ROBINSON

Village Books is thrilled to welcome two of the most celebrated authors/illustrators in childrens’ literature!

In Twenty Questions, award-winning creators Mac Barnett and Christian Robinson tap deep into childhood curiosity with a mind-tickling ode to the open-ended. Kids and kids-at-heart are encouraged to attend this special event.

Parenting & Family

LGBTQ+ Families You'll Be a Wonderful Parent : Advice and Encouragement for Rainbow Families of All Kinds

by Jasper Peach

available in March, hardcover, Hardie Grant

A kind and generous book of advice for any new LGBTQIA+ parent. Becoming a parent is already a challenging time, even more so if you don’t see yourself reflected in mainstream parenting resources, culture, or even language. A beautifully illustrated hardback full of warmth and personality, You’ll Be a Wonderful Parent is unlike any other book on the market in its inclusive and celebratory approach to queer parenting, and there is something for everyone to learn from the values and experiences of rainbow families. It is the perfect book for new or expecting parents of all descriptions.

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Activities

Seasonal Family Almanac : Recipes, Rituals, and Crafts to Embrace the Magic of the Year by Emma Frisch and Jana Blankenship, photographs by Allison Usavage available in April, hardcover, Chronicle Books

An indispensable guide and handson resource for families that want to joyfully build or deepen their connection with nature through a range of recipes for cooking, wellness, personal care, and crafts all year long. Emma Frisch and Jana Blankenship have a kindred friendship from their shared experiences as mothers, entrepreneurs, and nature lovers. Observing a growing demand from families wanting to reconnect to nature, they created this fun and practical resource.

Angela Tucker

You Should Be Grateful Stories of Race, Identity, and Transracial Adoption at Village Books in Fairhaven

An adoption expert and transracial adoptee herself examines the unique perspectives and challenges these adoptees have as they navigate multiple cultures. Read more on page 77.

Thursday, April 27, 7pm

The Randolph Caldecott Medal

is awarded annually to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children. Hot Dog by Doug Salati is the 2023 recipient.

The Newbery Medal

Awarded annually to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children, the 2023 winner is Freewater by Amina Luqman-Dawson.

Motherhood By the Book Book Group

Motherhood by the Book is led by Claire, VB staffer, mother, step-mother, and grandmother. The book group meets on the second Sunday of every month at 2pm in the Fairhaven Readings Gallery for an hour of spirited discussion of books that celebrate the trials, tribulations, and rewards of motherhood. This group is by no means exclusive to moms with kids still at home. We read fiction and non-fiction, older and newer titles, all with the theme of motherhood. Check out the next titles we're discussing at villagebooks.com.

Saturday, April 29, 4pm

Barbara Davis-Pyles at Village Books in Fairhaven

Book Launch!

Join us in welcoming the author of Grizzly Boy, Stubby The Fearless Squid, and Cliff The Failed Troll as she introduces her fun new title!

Nobody Likes Frogs: A Book of Toadally Fun Facts

by Barbara Davis-Pyles, illustrated by Liz Wong available in April, paperback, Sasquatch Books

Nature of Writing Series

Why would you pick up a book about frogs? Nobody likes them! At least according to Persnickety Q. Turtle. In this humorous narrative nonfiction picture book the text cleverly puts the reader in the role of the “expert” to educate a persnickety turtle about the amazing amphibian known as the frog. With the reader's help, Persnickety Q. Turtle learns intriguing frog facts, such as they can breathe through their skin while underwater and their eyes help them swallow. Pick up this book and help Persnickety find out all the reasons frogs are such incredible creatures.

The Song That Called Them Home

by David A. Robertson

illustrated by Maya McKibbin available in April, hardcover, Tundra Books

One summer day, Lauren and her little brother, James, go on a trip to the land with their Moshom (grandfather). After they've arrived, the children decide to fish for dinner while Moshom naps. They are in their canoe in the middle of the lake when the water around them begins to swirl and crash. They are thrown overboard and when Lauren surfaces she sees her brother being pulled away by the Memekwesewak—creatures who live in and around water and like to interfere with humans.

Non-Fiction

Ancestory: The Mystery and Majesty of Ancient Cave Art

by Hannah Salyer

available in April, hardcover, Clarion Books

Around the world, our ancient ancestors’ mysterious art is left behind on cave walls, in rain forests, and with ink made from charcoal and crushed clay. These people told their stories in magnificent drawings that still speak to us today, echoing across generations.