Best Picture-Book Biographies of 2021

by Anna Harber Freeman & Barbara Gonzales ; illustrated by Aphelandra

A deserved celebration of a famous Tewa potter who elevated her craft to fine art. Full review >

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by Benjamin Giroux ; illustrated by Roz MacLean

Giroux expresses core truths through his insightful and heartfelt poem. Full review >

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by Julie Leung ; illustrated by Julie Kwon

Another welcome biography of an Asian American contributor to U.S. history. Full review >

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by Areli Morales ; illustrated by Luisa Uribe

Powerful in its cleareyed optimism. Full review >

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by Annette Bay Pimentel ; illustrated by Magaly Morales

A vibrant portrayal of an important figure. Full review >

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by Charles R. Smith Jr. ; illustrated by Edel Rodriguez

This creative, impassioned, in-your-face biography is as on fire as Jimi Hendrix’s guitar. Full review >

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by Traci Sorell ; illustrated by Natasha Donovan

Liftoff. A biography that lands beyond the stars! Full review >

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by Traci N. Todd ; illustrated by Christian Robinson

Do not miss this complex story of an American legend. Full review >

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by Alicia D. Williams ; illustrated by Jacqueline Alcántara

This introduction to an American icon feels just right. Full review >

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by Rita Winkler with Mark Winkler and Helen Winkler ; illustrated by Rita Winkler & Leon Balaban

For all art bookshelves. Full review >

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by Kao Kalia Yang ; illustrated by Rachel Wada

A visually striking, compelling recollection. Full review >

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