books
BODIES ARE COOL
author and illustrator
This cheerful love-your-body picture book for preschoolers is an exuberant read-aloud with bright and friendly illustrations to pore over.
★ "A bustling celebration of body positivity that lovingly features bodies, skin, and hair of all kinds . . . Feder chooses clear and unapologetic language to describe body characteristics, challenging the negative connotations that are often attached to those bodies . . . Depicting societally marginalized human bodies in all their joyful, normal glory, this book is cool." —Kirkus, starred review
"This inclusive book shows and celebrates all types of bodies in the park, in the pool, at a party—everywhere. That’s exactly where all our bodies are . . . . It’s truly transformative not only to be seen by others but to see yourself. To see yourself just as you are. To see yourself included. To see your body as good, as cool . . . a great resource to start conversations about fatphobia and anti-fat bias and to help a kid struggling with their self-image." —Lisa Fipps, author of Starfish
To be published by Dial Books on June 1, 2021!
dancing at the pity party
author and illustrator
My first solo work is a fully-illustrated graphic memoir about my mom’s death during spring break of my sophomore year of college. It’s sad but also silly and weird, just like loss.
★ "Sincere but not sappy, this bittersweet and affecting meditation on the author’s experiences also serves as a heartfelt celebration of her mother’s life.” —Horn Book
★ "Feder’s simple art features light pink backgrounds, a diverse cast of supporting characters, and details that make the story feel real . . . this book offers a wealth of perspective about coping with grief." —Publishers Weekly, starred review
★ "Equal parts celebration, reflection, and mourning, this graphic memoir touches on the unpredictable path of grief . . . Grieving teens will find incredible solace in Feder’s story; all readers will be stirred by this wrenching yet uplifting musing." —School Library Journal, starred review
★ "Feder takes readers along on the nightmare road trip that nobody wants to make in a frank and funny, intimate and poignant graphic novel . . . The narrative, in peppily solid panel art, is exceptionally articulate and accessible." —BCCB, starred review
★ “Grief can be crushing, but this heartfelt memoir will comfort those who have known it and gently show those who haven’t how to help and what to expect.” —Booklist, starred review
"The pastel-toned illustrations effectively convey Feder's youth and the intensity of her emotions while emphasizing the ultimate message of survival and resilience in the face of life-changing grief. Cathartic and uplifting." —Kirkus Reviews
Sydney Taylor Young Adult Book Award Winner
School Library Journal Best Book of 2020
YALSA Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers List
YALSA Great Graphic Novels for Teens List
YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction Nominee
Published by Dial Books.
TOGETHER WE MARCH
illustrator
Author Leah Henderson invites you to march through history and discover twenty-five groundbreaking protest movements that have shaped the way we fight for equality and justice today!
★ "All kinds of marches—many linked to children and youth—are described in lively language and illustrated with bright cartoons that emphasize diversity among participants and illustrate the banners and posters carried. ... Connections among marches and themes repeated due to unchanging social and political conditions are pointed out and are one of the book’s strengths.... This inspiring book will encourage activism." - Kirkus, starred review
A solid source for school reports and a good introduction to a peaceful path to spur political progress. A recommended purchase for large school and public library collections. - School Library Journal
Published by Simon & Shuster.
unladylike
illustrator
Authored by podcasters Cristen Conger and Caroline Ervin, this field guide is part intersectional feminist history and part practical how-to for modern feminists.
★ “Gritty, wildly informative, and informed: a must-have feminist survival guide for the Trump era." - Kirkus, starred review
★ “[A] smart, sassy field guide for feminists. . . . Unapologetic and witty, this work is a great choice for followers of Jennifer Baumgardner and Roxane Gay but will also appeal to young adults and graphic novel fans.” - Library Journal, starred review
“I cannot think of a friendlier or more delightful primer on women’s history, gender, and body awareness, and — of course — patriarchy-smashing than Unladylike.” — Andi Zeisler, cofounder of Bitch Media
“This book is truly special. Not only do the authors present the problems, but they also offer potential solutions and inspirational tools that are so crucial in driving the conversation forward. Their charming tone combined with the incisively detailed breakdown of all the ways in which the patriarchy affects women make Unladylike a must-read.” — Morgan Jerkins, author of This Will Be My Undoing
“Everyone needs this book on their shelf immediately.” — Jessamyn Stanley, author of Every Body Yoga
Published by Ten Speed Press.
DEMYSTIFYING DISABILITY
cover illustrator
Authored by disability rights activist Emily Ladau, this approachable guide to being a thoughtful, informed ally to disabled people is packed with actionable steps for what to say and do (and what not to do) and how you can help make the world a more accessible, inclusive place.
Disabled people are the world’s largest minority, an estimated 15 percent of the global population. But many of us–disabled and non-disabled alike–don’t know how to act, what to say, or how to be an ally to the disability community. Demystifying Disability is a friendly handbook on important disability issues you need to know about, including:
• How to appreciate disability history and identity
• How to recognize and avoid ableism (discrimination toward disabled people)
• How to be mindful of good disability etiquette
• How to appropriately think, talk, and ask about disability
• How to ensure accessibility becomes your standard practice, from everyday communication to planning special events
• How to identify and speak up about disability stereotypes in media
Authored by celebrated disability rights advocate, speaker, and writer Emily Ladau, this practical, intersectional guide offers all readers a welcoming place to understand disability as part of the human experience.
To be published by Ten Speed Press on September 7, 2021!
Dress CoDED
cover illustrator
In Carrie Firestone’s debut middle-grade girl-power friendship story, an eighth grader starts a podcast to protest the unfair dress code enforcement at her middle school and sparks a rebellion.
★ "Timely, engaging, and full of heart." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review
★ "Full of humor, rage, and heart . . . A triumphant ending shows how systemic change can be made when girls stand together. Absolutely necessary for tweens and teens . . . Straight fire." --Booklist, starred review
★ "Crackling . . . Deeply, often scathingly honest." --School Library Journal, starred review
A Kids’ Indie Next List Pick
A Booklist Editors' Choice
A Rise: Feminist Book Project Selection
A Texas Lone Star Reading List Selection
A Junior Library Guild Selection
Published by G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers.
here we are
contributor
This anthology, edited by Kelly Jensen, explores feminism through the voices of 44 diverse writers, poets, artists, dancers, and actors.
★ “A progressive antidote to the ancient teen health textbooks that mull over the dry basics of teen identity . . . a stellar collection . . . An embarrassment of riches.” — Kirkus Reviews, starred review
Published by Algonquin Young Readers.