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Violet’s Tempest

Author: Ian EagletonIllustrator: Clara Anganuzzi

When Violet worries about her upcoming performance in the school play, Nan, Uncle Tony and Uncle Sebastian rally round to help her overcome her fears. Ian Eagleton’s lyrical text perfectly captures Violet’s heavy sadness at the start of the story as well as the joyful lightness she feels by the end. This uplifting picture book also portrays a loving, non-traditional family inclusively and affectionately.

More info

  • Ian Eaglton has a Kirkus Starred Review
  • Ian Eagleton is an award-winning author
  • Clara Anganuzzi was longlisted for the 2021 Klaus Flugge Prize
  • Mixed-heritage representation
  • Black/brown representation
  • Diverse cast
  • LGBTQIA+ representation
  • Single parent
  • Challenges gender stereotypes
  • Female lead
  • Own Voice