Gorgeously Me!
The uplifting picture book celebration of self-confidence and being yourself from the Emmy award-winning star of Queer Eye Jonathan Van Ness
Will be published approx. on 6. June 2024
Book
Paperback/Softback
40 pages
978-1-5295-2383-6 (ISBN)
Description
A celebration of all the things that make you extraordinary, unique and gorgeously YOU by Jonathan Van Ness, New York Times bestselling author and star of the Netflix hit show Queer Eye.
"Sharing a beautiful message of self-acceptance, this picture book celebrates being yourself and the diversity of those around us." Inclusive Books for Children
"An animated look at celebrating who you are and never letting others dim your light." Kirkus Reviews
I won't be afraid to stand out or show the world what I'm all about.
I am exactly who I'm meant to be. Perfectly, happily, gorgeously me!
Being true to yourself and showing the world who you are isn't always easy. Gorgeously Me! assures young readers that they are loved and cherished, exactly as they are. A joyful story of pride, self-acceptance, community and all the things that make us exceptional.
"Sharing a beautiful message of self-acceptance, this picture book celebrates being yourself and the diversity of those around us." Inclusive Books for Children
"An animated look at celebrating who you are and never letting others dim your light." Kirkus Reviews
I won't be afraid to stand out or show the world what I'm all about.
I am exactly who I'm meant to be. Perfectly, happily, gorgeously me!
Being true to yourself and showing the world who you are isn't always easy. Gorgeously Me! assures young readers that they are loved and cherished, exactly as they are. A joyful story of pride, self-acceptance, community and all the things that make us exceptional.
Reviews / Votes
Sharing a beautiful message of self-acceptance, this picture book celebrates being yourself and the diversity of those around us. The bold and bright illustrations embrace a vision of inclusivity and acceptance in the world, while the rhyming text gives a poetic feel to the overall composition. A great addition to any bookcase! * Inclusive Books for Children * A very uplifting book, showing children how they should strive to be themselves and that no matter who they are, what they are like, being themselves is absolutely fine and they are perfect just the way they are. It's a great inclusive message for all...and important for children to hear. * The Strawberry Post *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 3 to 7 years
Dimensions
Height: 271 mm
Width: 228 mm
Thickness: 3 mm
Weight
204 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-5295-2383-6 (9781529523836)
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Persons
Jonathan Van Ness (he/she/they) is an Emmy-nominated television personality on Netflix's award-winning series Queer Eye, host of Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness, based on the podcast of the same name, New York Times bestselling author of Over the Top and Love That Story, international touring comedian and hairstylist to the stars. Their first picture book is Peanut Goes for Gold illustrated by Gillian Reid. JVN has 5.7 million followers on Instagram @jvn and 1 million on TikTok @jvn_official.
Kamala M. Nair is a professional architect and children's book author and illustrator who seamlessly integrates intricate patterns, meticulous details and vibrant colours into her artistic creations. She recently illustrated The Way Champs Play, written by tennis champion Naomi Osaka. Kamala loves to travel and be immersed in the beauty of culture, architecture, and people around the world. Follow her on Instagram @kamala_nair.
Kamala M. Nair is a professional architect and children's book author and illustrator who seamlessly integrates intricate patterns, meticulous details and vibrant colours into her artistic creations. She recently illustrated The Way Champs Play, written by tennis champion Naomi Osaka. Kamala loves to travel and be immersed in the beauty of culture, architecture, and people around the world. Follow her on Instagram @kamala_nair.