Crown

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An Ode to the Fresh Cut

By Derrick Barnes

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Summary

Crown by Derrick Barnes is a celebration of a young boy's trip to the barber's chair where a fresh cut transforms his self-confidence. The book beautifully captures the pride and self-esteem that come with a perfect haircut, framing it as an empowering experience for the boy. Vivid illustrations and rhythmic text highlight themes of identity and community.
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Format: Hardback

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You might enjoy this book if you celebrate the power of self-confidence and the joy of a fresh haircut. This vibrant story captures the transformative feeling of stepping out with a new style, making it a delightful read for children who appreciate self-expression and empowerment.

Crown

Derrick Barnes's smooth, fresh words and Gordon C. James's lush, vibrant illustrations capture the confidence, pride, and magic black and brown boys feel the moment they get a new haircut and admire their own beautiful reflections in the mirror.

Promotion on editor’s website, MyBrownBaby.com, in her newsletter, and across her social media footprint, which includes tens of thousands of followers on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest.
Publicity on national broadcast outlets, including the TODAY show, NPR, MSNBC, HLN, and others.
Publicity in national women’s magazines, such as Good Housekeeping (4.3M), Family Circle (4M), Woman’s Day (3.2M), and Redbook (2.2M).
Publicity in national outlets with focused coverage on African American audiences, such as O: The Oprah Magazine (2.3M), Ebony (1.3M), and Essence (1M).
Publicity targeting parenting and family sections in newspapers, particularly in markets with large African American communities.
Online promotion to parenting websites and blogs, including social media giveaways and contests.
Cross-promotion at National Book Club Conference, a convention of more than 400 book clubs run primarily by African American women.
Promotion at the Black Caucus of the American Library Association’s annual conference.
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A Newbery Honor Book
A Caldecott Honor Book
A Coretta Scott King Author Honor Book
A Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Book
An Ezra Jack Keats New Writer Award Book
An Ezra Jack Keats New Illustrator Honor Book
A Society of Illustrators Gold Medal Book

Named one of the best books of 2017 by NPR, the Huffington Post, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, the Los Angeles Times, the Boston Globe, the Horn Book Magazine, the News & Observer, BookPage, Chicago Public Library, and more.

The barbershop is where the magic happens. Boys go in as lumps of clay and, with princely robes draped around their shoulders, a dab of cool shaving cream on their foreheads, and a slow, steady cut, they become royalty. That crisp yet subtle line makes boys sharper, more visible, more aware of every great thing that could happen to them when they look good: lesser grades turn into As; girls take notice; even a mother's hug gets a little tighter. Everyone notices.

A fresh cut makes boys fly.

This rhythmic, read-aloud title is an unbridled celebration of the self-esteem, confidence, and swagger boys feel when they leave the barber's chair—a tradition that places on their heads a figurative crown, beaming with jewels, that confirms their brilliance and worth and helps them not only love and accept themselves but also take a giant step toward caring how they present themselves to the world. The fresh cuts. That's where it all begins.

Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut is a high-spirited, engaging salute to the beautiful, raw, assured humanity of black boys and how they see themselves when they approve of their reflections in the mirror.

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Crown by Derrick Barnes celebrates the unparalleled joy and pride a fresh haircut brings to young Black boys, highlighting the vibrant culture of the barbershop. The book's rhythmic language and dynamic illustrations engage readers, conveying a powerful message of confidence, self-esteem, and Black identity. Critics praise its cultural significance and uplifting spirit, recommending it as an essential read for libraries and homes.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781572842243

Publisher: Surrey Books,U.S.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 23 November 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: Surrey Books,U.S.

Illustration: Color illustrations throughout

Contributors:

Illustrated by Gordon C. James

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 215.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 32

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Derrick Barnes Young Adult

About the Author

Derrick Barnes, a graduate of Jackson State University, is the author of eight books, including the popular series Ruby and the Booker Boys. He also wrote best-selling copy for Hallmark as the first African American male staff writer for the company. Barnes resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his wife and four sons.

Gordon C. James, a graduate of the School of Visual Arts, is a nationally recognized, award-winning fine artist specializing in figurative drawing. He is the illustrator of the Scraps of Time children's book series. He has worked for Hallmark as an illustrator and artist and has taught at the University of North Carolina. He lives in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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