Janie Havemeyer

Njinga the Warrior Queen fought fiercely to keep her people from slavery. Yet she engaged in slave trading herself, performed human sacrifices and—some believed—even murdered her nephew, feasting on his heart. Was Njinga a terrifying tyrant or a freedom fighter? Gorgeous illustrations and a smart, evocative story bring to life a dastardly dame who did whatever it took to win...

Call Me Ixchel, Mayan Goddess of the Moon, is a spunky young goddess throwing lightning bolts with her friends until she meets and falls in love with the God of the Sun. Their tempestuous relationship leads to many colourful adventures, including an elopement across the Milky Way, a visit to the underworld, and a sojourn with the Vulture King. But...