Sulwe

Name: Sulwe
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780241394335
Price: 19.0 NZD
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By Lupita Nyong'o

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Summary

Sulwe by Lupita Nyong'o is a heartwarming children's book that tells the story of a young girl named Sulwe, who is darker-skinned than anyone in her family. On a journey to discover her inner beauty, Sulwe learns about self-acceptance and the importance of understanding that true beauty comes from within. This enchanting tale inspires young readers to celebrate diversity and embrace their unique qualities.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate beautifully illustrated children's stories that tackle the theme of self-love and embracing one's unique beauty. It follows a young girl on a magical journey of self-discovery and acceptance, encouraging readers to see the inner light that shines in all of us.

Sulwe

Description

A stunning and important book by actress Lupita Nyong'o, illustrated by rising star, Vashti Harrison.

From Academy Award-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o comes a powerful, moving picture book about colourism, self-esteem, and learning that true beauty comes from within.

Sulwe's skin is the colour of midnight. She's darker than everyone in her family, and everyone at school.

All she wants is to be beautiful and bright, like her mother and sister.

Then a magical journey through the night sky opens her eyes and changes everything.

In this stunning debut picture book, Lupita Nyong'o creates a whimsical and heartwarming story to inspire children to see their own unique beauty.

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Sulwe by Lupita Nyong'o receives praise for its powerful illustrations and thoughtful narrative, addressing the sensitive issue of colourism. The book is noted for its real and impactful portrayal of the pain caused by colourism and the celebration of being dark and beautiful. It offers an important message for children and adults about self-worth, with magical elements that enhance the story's appeal.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241394335

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 August 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Contributors:

Illustrated by Vashti Harrison
Illustrated by Vashti Harrison

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 228.0mm

Height: 286.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 48

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Lupita Nyong'o Penguin Books Young Adult

About the Author

Lupita Nyong'o (Author) Lupita Nyong'o is a Kenyan actress and producer. Her first feature film role was in the film 12 Years a Slave, for which she received the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress as well as multiple accolades, including the Screen Actors Guild Award, the Critics' Choice Award, the Independent Spirit Award, and the NAACP Award. She has since starred in Mira Nair's Queen of Katwe, Star Wars- The Force Awakens, Ryan Coogler's record-breaking box office hit Black Panther, and most recently in Jordan's Peele's critically acclaimed horror film, Us. Nyong'o earned a Tony nomination for her Broadway debut in Danai Gurira's play Eclipsed. She lives in Brooklyn. Vashti Harrison (Illustrator) Vashti Harrison earned her MFA in Film/Video from CalArts and BA from the University of Virginia. Her experimental films and documentaries have shown around the world at film festivals. After a brief stint in television as a production coordinator, she is now a freelance graphic designer and a picture-book illustrator. She lives in Brooklyn, New York, USA.