Letters in Charcoal
Produktdetaljer
Biographical note
Irene Vasco is an award-winning Colombian author. In 2021, she was recognised by the Colombian Ministry of Education for a lifetime of work devoted to education. Juan Palomino is Mexican artist and academic. Among his many awards are the fourth Iberoamerican Catalog of Illustration, the Bologna Children's Book Fair International Illustration Award, and a Golden Apple from the Biennial of Illustration Bratislava. Lawrence Schimel is a Spanish/English author and translator who has published over 120 books. His picture books have won a Crystal Kite Award, a White Raven, and have been chosen three times for IBBY'S Outstanding Books for Young Readers with Disabilities.<p>"Textured illustrations utilize rich colors and fine details to depict the transformative power of reading through the story of a little girl whose older sister receives frequent letters from a doctor who once visited their village."—Foreword Reviews</p>
<p>"Vasco’s narrative reminds readers that even in the face of lost connections, the joy of reading can light the way to a brighter future.”—Kirkus Reviews</p>
<p>“The earth- and jewel-toned illustrations are digitally rendered providing a soothing and welcoming backdrop to the important message this story delivers — the power and joy of reading is meant to be experienced by ourselves and shared with others.”—Youth Services Book Review</p>
<p>"<em>Letters in Charcoal</em> is a remarkable book. The clarity and simplicity of the story, coupled with the use of bold colours and beautiful patterns by illustrator Palomino, make this children’s book a little gem with a social conscience. A must-read."—The Morning Star</p>