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‘Children everywhere should read I AM EVERY GOOD THING. It is beautiful, joyous & life affirming.’ – David Walliams

‘A poetic paean to the brilliance of black boys, its energetic pages filled with courage, joy and vivid, dynamic illustrations.’ Guardian

‘A stunning visual poem dedicated to supporting and loving black boys, I Am Every Good Thing features incredible illustration from Gordon C. James which really brings a tear to the eye on some particularly emotive spreads.’ Booktrust

‘Barnes and James provide us with a range of powerful, positive names to call Black boys as they urge us to see them, to love them, and to let them live their lives as they deserve.…' Horn Book

'Together, James’s energetic portraiture and Barnes’s affirming text powerfully and ecstatically convey the idea that all Black boys are “worthy to be loved.' Publisher Weekly

'“The text has a cadence that demands to be read out loud, performed, sung, or shouted with joy and veracity. The need for a book like this, at a moment like this, could not be greater.…' Booklist

‘A much-needed book for Black children.' Kirkus

'A worthy and timely choice for every collection.' School Library Journal

'Barnes’ playful, potent style draws on inviting metaphor to lift this well above the usual supportive picture book celebration.' BCCB

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